Teens & Preteens

Helping Teens and Preteens Build Confidence, Balance, and Emotional Resilience

• The preteen and teenage years can be full of change — new responsibilities, social pressures, growing independence, and shifting family dynamics. For many kids and teens, these transitions can bring intense emotions or behaviors that feel confusing and hard to manage.

• As a parent, it can be painful to watch your child struggle and not know how to help. Therapy can provide a structured, compassionate space for your child or teen to understand their emotions, build coping skills, and strengthen communication within your family.

Who I Work With

I provide therapy for children (ages 10+), teens, and young adults who are:

• Feeling overwhelmed by emotions, anxiety, or stress

• Experiencing sadness, low motivation, or withdrawal

• Engaging in self-harm or other risky behaviors

• Struggling with body image or eating concerns

• Having difficulty managing friendships or school demands

• Facing attention or learning challenges impacting confidence 

How Therapy Can Help

Through a warm, collaborative process, I help teens and families:

• Understand and manage strong emotions

• Build coping and problem-solving skills

• Strengthen self-esteem and confidence

• Improve communication with parents and peers

• Develop healthier relationships with food and body

• Build structure and organization for school success

Therapy provides a place where teens can talk openly, learn practical tools, and begin to feel more in control of their emotions and choices.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Teens and Families

I have extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and have led DBT skills groups for teens and families for over a decade.

DBT is an evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals who struggle with intense emotions, impulsivity, or self-harming behaviors. It focuses on teaching practical, effective skills in four key areas:

• Mindfulness: Learning to stay present and grounded

• Distress Tolerance: Managing crises and reducing impulsive reactions

• Emotion Regulation: Understanding and balancing strong feelings

• Interpersonal Effectiveness: Communicating clearly and maintaining healthy relationships

Parents often share that DBT gives their family a shared language and set of tools to navigate difficult moments with greater understanding and calm.

Ready to Get Started?

If your teen or preteen is struggling with emotions, relationships, or behaviors that are impacting daily life, therapy can help.
Together, we can help your child build balance, resilience, and confidence.