Individual Therapy for Kids and Teens

School isn’t just about grades — it’s a place where identity, self-worth, and social connection are constantly being shaped. If you’re dealing with academic pressure, social anxiety, learning differences, or the weight of being “the responsible one,” the emotional toll can be heavy. You might be silently struggling with burnout, feeling like you’re falling short, or unsure who you are outside of your performance. Therapy offers a space to slow down, be real, and get support without judgment. In therapy, we work together to: -Unpack What’s Behind the Pressure: Understand how stress, fear of failure, or self-doubt is impacting you -Support Learning Differences & Executive Functioning: Build strategies without shame or comparison -Process Burnout & Identity Loss: Explore what happens when achievement becomes your whole sense of worth -Validate the Emotional Cost: Make space for frustration, sadness, or anxiety that others may not see -Reconnect with Your Strengths: Begin to build a more solid identity — based on values, not just performance

Screens are everywhere — offering escape, connection, and distraction. But sometimes, the balance tips. You might feel glued to your phone or gaming console, struggling to unplug, or noticing that real-life things (like sleep, school, or friendships) are suffering. You may be using screens to numb out anxiety, boredom, or loneliness — and it’s not always easy to talk about that. Therapy helps teens explore the “why” behind screen time habits — without shame or judgment—and build tools for a more balanced relationship with technology. In therapy, we work together to: -Explore the Emotional Drivers: Understand what needs are being met through screens (e.g., escape, connection, control) -Identify Avoidance Patterns: Notice what’s being numbed, avoided, or pushed aside — and why -Build Internal Motivation: Set goals that come from you, not just adult-imposed rules -Develop Tech-Life Boundaries: Create a healthier balance between online and offline life -Strengthen Real-World Connection: Practice social skills, build confidence, and reconnect with other parts of life