Huntington Beach office · Telehealth across California · After-school, evening & weekend availability(714) 849-4550
Teens

Teen Therapy

The teenage years bring real emotional, social, academic and family change. Teens are forming their identities, managing bigger expectations and becoming more independent — and they do not always know how to explain what they are experiencing or ask for help.

A group of teens talking together outdoors
What families notice

Parents may notice

  • Increased anxiety, sadness or irritability
  • Withdrawing from family or spending more time alone
  • Declining grades or loss of motivation
  • Academic pressure or perfectionism
  • Difficulty making or maintaining friendships
  • Relationship or dating concerns
  • Low self-esteem or lack of confidence
  • Frequent conflict with parents or siblings
  • Difficulty communicating feelings
  • Changes in sleeping, eating or daily routines
  • Trouble adjusting to divorce, loss, relocation or another transition
How we help

How teen therapy can help

Our therapists provide a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where teens can talk openly, better understand their emotions and develop healthier ways to manage stress.

  • Strengthen coping and emotional-regulation skills
  • Improve communication with parents and peers
  • Manage anxiety, depression and academic pressure
  • Build confidence and self-esteem
  • Develop healthier friendships and relationships
  • Explore identity and personal values
  • Improve motivation and decision-making
  • Navigate family conflict and major life changes

Parents may be included when clinically appropriate, while the teen is given room to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

FAQ

Common questions

Will my teen’s sessions be confidential?
Teens need a private space to open up, and parents need to stay informed. At the first session your therapist will explain how confidentiality works for teens, how and when parents are updated, and the legal limits that apply when safety is at risk.
Can teens meet by telehealth?
Yes. Teen therapy is available in person at our Huntington Beach office and by secure telehealth anywhere in California, including after-school, evening and weekend times when available.

You do not have to figure this out alone

Whether you know exactly what your child needs or simply sense that something has changed, we can help you decide on the next step. Call, or request a consultation and we will reach out.