VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON THERAPY FOR ADOLESCENTS IN TEXAS

Individualized Therapy for Adolescents

Being a teenager today comes with unique challenges. From school stress to family or peer struggles, adolescence can feel overwhelming. Therapy offers a safe space for teens to process their experiences, strengthen coping skills, and build confidence.

In collaboration with my supervisor, who specializes in adolescent therapy, I will have access to techniques and build rapport to personalize an adolescents therapy journey.

Therapy can also be helpful for teens navigating the effects of parental addiction or other family dysfunction, as well as the pressures of school, academics, and major life transitions.

HOUSTON ADOLESCENT THERAPIST

Executive functioning in adolescents, use it or lose it.

Adolescents often seek therapy for support with anxiety, stress, or low motivation, but many also struggle with core executive functioning skills that shape their daily lives. Difficulties with task initiation, planning, organization, problem-solving, impulse control, and emotional regulation can make school, friendships, and family dynamics overwhelming.

These skills are still developing well into young adulthood. When teens don’t have the chance to practice them, they may lean on parents or others to make decisions for them, building dependency instead of independence. Without using the executive functioning skills in the prefrontal cortex, they may find difficulty developing these skills in adulthood. Therapy provides a space for adolescents to strengthen executive functioning skills.

ONLINE & IN-PERSON ADOLESCENT SUPPORT

Common concerns addressed…

Anxiety, stress, panic, overwhelm

Identity and self-esteem challenges

Depression, fatigue, and low motivation

Family dysfunction and substance abuse

Bullying and all forms of peer conflict

Academic pressure and life transitions

Adolescent Support and Parent Coaching

As a parent, you may notice your teen feeling overwhelmed, withdrawn, or constantly on edge. Adolescence brings rapid changes that can show up as anxiety, depression, mood swings, or loss of motivation. You might see your child struggling with friendships, clashing with family, or questioning their identity and self-worth.

Academic pressures, major life transitions, or family stressors such as conflict or substance abuse can add even more weight to an already challenging stage of life. In therapy, adolescents are given a safe space to talk openly, develop healthier coping strategies, and build the confidence needed to move forward. By addressing both emotional concerns and executive functioning skills, therapy gives adolescents the tools they need to build resilience, improve relationships, and feel capable of navigating the transition from childhood into young adulthood.

Parents are often coached to use the language of executive functioning at home (“I noticed how you stayed on target” or “I love how you calmed yourself down”), which reinforces growth and builds stronger parent-teen connections.

Questions about therapy for adolescents?
I am here to help.

Have questions about talking to your teen about therapy or what adolescent support might look like? Have questions as a teen looking for a therapist or new to therapy?

This section offers answers to common questions that may apply to you.

  • For the initial intake session, I will meet with parents and their teens for a period of time. Then, I will typically meet with the adolescent one-on-one for individual sessions. However, parent involvement may be included when helpful for family dynamics.

  • Every adolescent is unique! Some teens benefit from short-term support, while others continue longer for ongoing growth.

  • Yes, sessions are confidential, with exceptions for safety concerns and will be explained during the initial intake session. I also encourage open communication with parents in ways that respect the teen’s privacy.

  • That’s completely okay. You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. We’ll start where you are, and I’ll help guide the conversation so it feels natural and comfortable.

  • That’s totally normal. Meeting a new therapist can feel strange in the beginning, but most teens find that it gets easier once we’ve had a few sessions together.

Ready to get started?

Whether you are a teen or a parent, reach out to me and let’s talk about the best next steps!