Teens:
Everyone else has so many expectations for who you are and what you should be doing, but you’re just not sure where you fit. School can feel overwhelming no matter what your grades are, because it seems as though everyone is looking at you and judging your next step.
If this feels like you, you are not alone.
In therapy, we can work together to create a space where you feel heard and respected. We’ll build goals around what you want for yourself, and find what works so that you can feel less self-conscious and more confident.
Many of my clients come to therapy for help with things like…
Anxiety. Everything just feels so scary. And you can’t stop thinking about everything that could go wrong. We can work together to face your anxiety so that it doesn’t get in the way of the things you are capable of doing.
Bullying. When being nice or just ignoring them it isn’t working, we can try out some different strategies to set boundaries and stand up for yourself.
Stress. It’s hard to keep up with the pressures of school and sports and band and friends… you’re exhausted and just want to check out and doom-scroll for as long as you can. If you’re trapped in burnout, we can step back, take a breath together, and find some real-life changes that allow you to take care of yourself while prioritizing the things that are most important to you.
Loneliness. Sometime it feels like everyone else has found their people, and you don’t know why you haven’t. Let’s work to find and build relationships that are genuine and supportive.
College Transition. Stuck waiting and worrying about what happens when you graduate? I’ve worked in high schools and college settings, and I’d be happy to help you figure out what’s next for your life (without letting the uncertainty overwhelm you).
Parents & Caregivers:
You have always wanted what’s best for your teen, but it’s becoming harder to figure out what that is. It seems impossible to get them to really talk to you, let alone keep up with all the demands of your work, home, and other family members. You’re worried, but never sure if you should interfere or let them handle on their own. If you’ve read this far, it seems like you’re ready to reach out for help.
Therapy can be a safe space where teens can learn to process their emotions and work to solve their own problems. My goal is to empower them, so I will not talk down to or tell them that everything is fine. Instead, I work to really listen and validate what they are feeling, empowering them to make their own decisions and define their own identity.
The input and support of parents and caregivers can be very beneficial to the therapeutic process. We can work together in parent consultations and/or family sessions to solve problems and improve communications in ways that can benefit you and your teen. I also love working directly with parents in individual counseling on personal and parenting goals; we could ALL use extra support! Let’s figure out what will work best for your family!
Coordination of Care
Change happens with the support and care of a community—especially for teens. I am happy to collaborate directly with other providers (such as pediatricians, psychiatrists, school counselors, or other therapists) and help your teen advocate for themself in these spaces.
With your consent, I can stay in touch with members of your teen’s support team so we’re all on the same page working toward the same goals.
Let’s create a village of support around your teen.
So what do I do next…?
The process of reaching out to a therapist can be intimidating and confusing, but I’m here to help you every step of the way!
Your first step is to click below to send me a message or schedule a phone consultation. I’ll send you and your parents some paperwork with information about my practice and plan to call you in the next week. We’ll talk for about 20 minutes about my services, what you are looking for in therapy, and any other questions that you might have. You can decide then if you’d like to schedule your first therapy session, or I can help you find another therapist or service if I’m not the right fit. My goal is to help you find the therapist that best fits with your personality and goals for yourself (even if that’s not me!).