Adolescent Therapy

According to recent data from the CDC more than 4 in 10 (42%) students felt persistently sad or hopeless. Rates of social isolation and loneliness are on the rise for the contemporary teen.

It is one of my personal goals as a therapist to have a positive impact and help inspire as many young people as possible. I truly enjoy working with my adolescent patients because they are very receptive to treatment, and the work we do can be profoundly impactful for not only their current but future mental health and relationships.

Some common concerns with teens that can be successfully addressed in therapy include:

  • Gender Identity / LGBTQIA+

  • Depression

  • Anxiety 

  • Self-esteem

  • Grief and loss

  • Threats of self-harm or thoughts of suicide

  • Sexual assault and trauma

  • Fitting in with peers

  • Demands of high school

  • Preparing for college

  • Dating and relationships

  • Blended families

  • Parents’ divorce

  • Parental substance use

  • Amotional abuse and neglect

  • Sexuality

With teens I often like to use techniques that help increase insight and self awareness which will help them strengthen their relationships and sense of self. Using psychodynamic psychotherapy & really getting deep can untangle the root of the pain. CBT is also useful for symptom reduction.

Emmy offers a safe space to let out everything you're holding in. She helps me to challenge my fears and always provides good advice. I never feel judged or disregarded. She actively listens and cares about my stressors. - SP