Teen Therapy

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 Being a teenager today is hard.

Between school pressure, social stress, identity development, family dynamics, and the constant presence of technology, many teens feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or misunderstood. Some struggle silently. Others act out, shut down, or feel stuck in patterns they don’t know how to change.

At Serotonic Wellness, I provide teen therapy for youth ages 10+ in Tacoma and throughout Washington via secure telehealth. I offer a supportive, judgment-free space where teens can talk openly, build coping skills, and learn healthier ways to navigate emotions, relationships, and daily stress.

 Therapy gives teens a place that’s theirs, a space to feel heard without pressure or expectations.

Common reasons teens start therapy include:

• Anxiety or excessive worry 
• Depression or low mood 
• ADHD-related challenges 
• School stress or academic burnout
• Social difficulties or peer conflict
• Low self-esteem
• Emotional regulation struggles
• Family conflict
• Life transitions or identity exploration
  

Every teen is different. Treatment is always individualized and paced to meet your child where they are.

 I use evidence-based methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), while keeping sessions engaging, relatable, and developmentally appropriate.

In teen therapy, we focus on:

• Understanding thoughts, emotions, and behaviors 
• Learning coping and grounding skills 
• Building emotional awareness 
• Improving communication
• Strengthening confidence and self-trust
• Developing practical tools for stress and anxiety
• Supporting healthy routines and boundaries

I also incorporate teens’ interests and strengths into sessions, whether that’s art, music, gaming, journaling, movement, or creative expression, because therapy works best when it feels relevant and personal.

This helps teens stay engaged while building real-life skills they can use outside of session.

 While teen sessions are confidential, I believe in appropriate caregiver collaboration.

Parents and caregivers may receive:

• General progress updates
• Support with behavior strategies at home
• Guidance around communication and boundaries
• Education on anxiety, depression, and emotional development

My goal is to support the whole system while maintaining your teen’s trust and autonomy.

 I frequently work with teens experiencing:

• Anxiety (including social anxiety and school-related stress)
• Depression and mood changes
• ADHD
• Emotional regulation challenges
• Burnout or overwhelm
• Grief and loss
• Identity development
• Family transitions

Sessions are trauma-informed, collaborative, and strengths-based.

 Teen therapy is supportive, structured, and collaborative. We’ll work together to:

• Identify goals
• Learn coping tools
• Practice emotional regulation
• Improve communication
• Build confidence 
• Track progress and adjust as needed

Your teen doesn’t need to have everything figured out to start.

That’s what therapy is for.

I provide virtual counseling throughout Washington, making it easier for teens to access care without missing school or adding extra stress to busy schedules.

Telehealth allows:

• Consistent weekly support
• Sessions from the comfort of home 
• Flexible scheduling
• Real-world skill building in your teen’s natural environment 

Many teens feel more relaxed opening up from familiar surroundings.

If your teen is struggling emotionally, socially, or academically, therapy can help. I provide teen counseling for youth ages 10+ in Tacoma and throughout Washington via telehealth.

Reach out today to schedule a consultation and learn how counseling can support your teen’s growth, resilience, and well-being.