Therapy with teens
My work with teens
My approach to teen therapy is rooted in the same holistic framework I bring to working with adults. I look at the whole person, not just the presenting problem. Like all my work, the therapeutic relationship is central. With teens, however, building trust often calls for more creativity and flexibility. Depending on the age of the client, that might entail art, games, or other creative modalities that feel more natural and less intimidating to teens.
My background
Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, I spent years working at Huckleberry House, a residential program for homeless and runaway youth. Teens came to us in the midst of major crisis, often the most significant of their lives, and we worked to reunite them with their families (when possible and safe). This process involved individual and family therapy, crisis interventions, and collecting resources. My experience working closely with teens and families in the community mental health field informs my systems approach. I have witnessed time and again how healing one person impacts the whole family system.
Some of the common teen issues I have worked with include: gender and sexuality, ADHD and neurodivergence, sexual trauma and abuse, substance use, and self harm.
A painting by one of my former teen clients
Want to learn more?
If you want to learn more about teen therapy, please book a consultation. I would love to hear from you!
