Teen Issues

Teens today struggle with confidence and the pressures of success in school, sports, and home to balancing social media, technology and life. They are surrounded by a world sending them confusing messages causing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress and more. Sessions with preteens and teens are fun, interactive, and challenging to help them discover who they are and who they want to become.

I have been a school psychologist for nearly a decade, working with youth who present with significant social-emotional needs and varying diagnoses, such as: relational stress, family conflict, trauma, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Autism, and various anxiety, attachment, and mood disorders.

The teen years come with a variety of changes. It can be challenging to balance socialization [friendships, relationship with parent(s), relationship with sibling(s), social media] as teens learn their individual likes, dislikes, values, interests and needs. I provide a nonjudgmental space where teens can learn tools to process and cope with their unique emotional experiences, and most importantly, walk away with radically accepting they are not defined by their feelings.

I have specialized training and experience in working with youth. I started my career in School Counseling and have worked in both a middle school and high school setting. I am well versed in the issues facing youth today.

Relationships Bullying Self-Esteem Trauma Anxiety Depression ADHD Developmental Concerns Peer Relationships

I have been working with teens for almost a decade working through depressive symptoms, anxiety, family dynamics and their relationship to queerness. Adolescents often tell me that I have a direct, warm and easy-going approach that allows them space to talk openly.

Relationships Bullying Self-Esteem Trauma Anxiety Depression ADHD Developmental Concerns Peer Relationships

Navigating the teen years can be tough, and counseling is here to help you through it. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, or just need someone to talk to, therapy offers a supportive space to work things out. Together, we’ll tackle challenges, build coping skills, and help you feel more confident and empowered. If you're looking for a non-judgmental ally who understands what you're going through, I'm here for you.

I have extensive experience working with teens for over 12 years now and enjoy it the most. Many of my clients have told me that I am one of the only therapists they have felt comfortable with. I pride myself on being able to have my clients feel heard while giving them feedback and skills that can seriously help them with what they are dealing with.

From struggles with confidence and the pressures of success in school, sports, and home to social media and technology; teens are surrounded by a world sending them confusing messages causing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress and more.

In teen therapy, I create a safe, non-judgmental space for teens to explore their feelings, challenges, and identities. I assist teens in dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, peer pressure, and self-esteem by promoting self-awareness and emotional resilience. I help teens understand their emotions, develop healthy coping strategies, and build stronger relationships. Together, we work towards creating a more balanced, confident, and empowered self.

The intensity of navigating life during the teen & young adult years can overwhelm a highly sensitive young person's ability to manage and cope. Mood support and learning effective stress coping skills and positive life-management techniques can make an incredibly stressful time period much easier and for a young person.

Working with teens requires an eclectic set of skills. In my experience with teens, the recipe for successful therapy is a safe trusting relationship. To build that I combine a play therapy approach with Internal Family Systems and Somatic Therapy work. I provide many options to work through the discomfort some teens experience in the therapy process. Art, play, movement, and nature are some modalities which allow teenagers to more easily explore their experience.

I love working with teenagers of all ages. I feel a kinship and have a special affinity for working with middle school aged- teens and the particular issues that come with this difficult phase of life. I also have a lot of familiarity with the public school system and can assist in helping to advocate for your child to get their educational and social-emotional needs met.

Adolescence is a time where it can feel difficult to navigate changes and the brain of an adolescent is complex. I specialize in adolescent mental health and gear my post graduate study towards this age group specifically.

Everyone knows that the teen years can be fraught with challenges. I see teens as incredibly capable, resilient, and thoughtful people who need an immense amount of support and encouragement as they navigate the tumultuous years of building valuable relationships, identity, and independence.