Adolescence is a time of rapid emotional, social, and developmental change. Teens may experience increased stress, mood shifts, identity exploration, and pressure from school, peers, family, or social media. Therapy offers a supportive space where teens can talk openly, feel understood, and build emotional awareness and coping skills during this period.

If you’re concerned about your teen, you’re not alone. From the beginning, we work together to determine the most appropriate level of parent involvement based on your teen’s needs, while honoring the importance of confidentiality in the therapeutic relationship. When appropriate, I also support parents with guidance and practical tools to use at home, so you feel informed and equipped while your teen is receiving care. My goal is to support your teen’s well-being and help them feel more grounded, understood, and supported.

Common Reasons Teens and Families Reach Out for Support

• Anxiety, stress, or feeling overwhelmed

• Depression, low mood, or changes in motivation

• Neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism

• Executive functioning challenges like organization, planning, and follow through

• School stress, burnout, or avoidance

• Friendship struggles or feeling disconnected from peers

• Questions around identity, self understanding, cultural identity, and LGBTQIA+ affirming support

• Family stress, conflict, or communication challenges

• Big emotions, irritability, or feeling shut down

• Life transitions, grief, or other overwhelming experiences

How Therapy Can Help

Therapy can help teens build emotional awareness, coping skills, and confidence. Sessions are developmentally appropriate, supportive, and collaborative, with an emphasis on creating a safe and comfortable environment. For parents who are worried about their teen, therapy can provide a space for their child to feel understood, develop tools to manage challenges, and grow in confidence, self awareness, and connection.

I work collaboratively with parents when appropriate, while also respecting teens’ need for privacy and trust in the therapy space. It is also okay if your teen feels unsure about therapy at first. Building comfort and connection is part of the process. The goal is to support teens not just in session, but in navigating everyday life with more confidence and clarity.