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

Bullying can show up in ways that are loud and obvious — or quiet and easy to miss. Sometimes it happens in hallways or classrooms, and other times it follows you home through group chats, social media, or gaming platforms. Maybe it’s teasing that starts to sting, messages meant to embarrass you, or friends who turn into bystanders when you need them most. You might notice yourself dreading school, feeling anxious about being online, or questioning your own worth. And talking about it? That can feel scary, embarrassing, or like it won’t change anything. Therapy offers a space where kids and teens can unpack their experiences with bullying and cyberbullying — without judgment, pressure, or shame— and learn tools to feel safer, stronger, and more supported. In therapy, we work together to: - Understand the Impact: Sort through the emotional, social, and physical effects of bullying and cyberbullying - Build Self-Worth: Strengthen confidence, identity, and internal resilience - Navigate Social Dynamics: Learn how to respond to peer pressure, online conflict, exclusion, and digital harassment - Develop Coping Tools: Practice skills to manage stress, regulate emotions, and stay grounded - Strengthen Support Systems: Identify safe adults, healthy friendships, and community resources — both online and offline -Reclaim Your Voice: Build communication and boundary-setting skills to speak up, advocate for yourself, and stay safe online