Teen Therapists in Lenox Hill, New York, NY

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Dr. Dylan Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA, DSW
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10016
I help children/ adolescents and adults to imaginatively explore their feelings through mindfulness and talk therapy.
I imagine you may wonder what your life means. You might want to feel vitally connected to nature, the spiritual world and people in your life. Or you feel sad or numb and want to understand why, to feel more energy. Or you just want to sit still and not worry about the future. In one way or another, you are looking to feel safe and fulfilled, to relieve distress and feel less alone. Perhaps you feel loneliness and don't know what to do about it or have an addiction you sometimes hide and sometimes admit to yourself. You may have a child or adolescent you're concerned about, with conflicts you hope can heal.
I help children/ adolescents and adults to imaginatively explore their feelings through mindfulness and talk therapy.
I imagine you may wonder what your life means. You might want to feel vitally connected to nature, the spiritual world and people in your life. Or you feel sad or numb and want to understand why, to feel more energy. Or you just want to sit still and not worry about the future. In one way or another, you are looking to feel safe and fulfilled, to relieve distress and feel less alone. Perhaps you feel loneliness and don't know what to do about it or have an addiction you sometimes hide and sometimes admit to yourself. You may have a child or adolescent you're concerned about, with conflicts you hope can heal.
(646) 760-4884 View (646) 760-4884
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Karen Gelder
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10065
In addition to individual psychotherapy, I offer consultation to parents and families on various topics related to child and adolescent development, preparing for the transition to college, and eating and body image concerns.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of disordered eating and body image concerns, as well as issues related to women's health, pregnancy, miscarriage, and adjustment to significant life transitions such as parenthood, work-family balance, college, career change, and loss. I believe a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship is essential in the facilitation of healing, and the process of growth and change. I employ an integrative method, drawing from various theoretical understandings and treatment modalities, to develop an effective approach to address distinct needs.
In addition to individual psychotherapy, I offer consultation to parents and families on various topics related to child and adolescent development, preparing for the transition to college, and eating and body image concerns.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of disordered eating and body image concerns, as well as issues related to women's health, pregnancy, miscarriage, and adjustment to significant life transitions such as parenthood, work-family balance, college, career change, and loss. I believe a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship is essential in the facilitation of healing, and the process of growth and change. I employ an integrative method, drawing from various theoretical understandings and treatment modalities, to develop an effective approach to address distinct needs.
(347) 826-5868 View (347) 826-5868
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Mark Sichel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, worried about work, life, love and relationships? Do you want to learn new tools to solve chronic problems with your spouse, lover, teenager, boss, or other difficult people in your life? Are you tired of having the same old argument with the people you love most, and looking for new solutions for harmony and comfort in your close relationships?
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, worried about work, life, love and relationships? Do you want to learn new tools to solve chronic problems with your spouse, lover, teenager, boss, or other difficult people in your life? Are you tired of having the same old argument with the people you love most, and looking for new solutions for harmony and comfort in your close relationships?
(646) 351-1869 View (646) 351-1869
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Chelsea Stack
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10065  (Online Only)
I am a New York based licensed Clinical Psychologist. I provide child, adolescent and adult individual and family therapy sessions. My practice focuses on working with clients who may be struggling with difficulties stemming from trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, personality issues, school/work related stressors and every day difficulties that one may be facing.
I am a New York based licensed Clinical Psychologist. I provide child, adolescent and adult individual and family therapy sessions. My practice focuses on working with clients who may be struggling with difficulties stemming from trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, personality issues, school/work related stressors and every day difficulties that one may be facing.
(646) 722-6830 View (646) 722-6830
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Ingrid S Nunez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CCTP, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
I am a child/ adolescent & trauma specialist.
My goal is to guide clients through self-exploration, self-awareness and resilience building that transforms them into self-reliant individuals. I integrate psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), DBT, relational, and mindfulness-based techniques tailored to specific needs. The therapeutic relationship is a partnership explored within a safe, non-judgmental environment, working at a pace that is comfortable for the client; we can explore short or long-term counseling. Together, we can work towards resolving feelings of sadness, anxiety, and understanding maladaptive patterns, gaining insight to change problematic behaviors
I am a child/ adolescent & trauma specialist.
My goal is to guide clients through self-exploration, self-awareness and resilience building that transforms them into self-reliant individuals. I integrate psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), DBT, relational, and mindfulness-based techniques tailored to specific needs. The therapeutic relationship is a partnership explored within a safe, non-judgmental environment, working at a pace that is comfortable for the client; we can explore short or long-term counseling. Together, we can work towards resolving feelings of sadness, anxiety, and understanding maladaptive patterns, gaining insight to change problematic behaviors
(917) 382-5015 View (917) 382-5015
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Deborah Grody
Psychologist, PhD, MS, AdvCert
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
I specialize in individual adult, child and adolescent therapy; as well as in couples counseling.
You may now be seeking help to simply feel better. However, I have found over many years of practice that therapy will usually make your entire life better. Often anxiety, low self esteem, depression, relationship problems, and underlying conflicts we may not even fully understand, limits us from achieving what we want in our lives. Sometimes, we even need to discover what we truly want in order to be happy and successful. My therapeutic approach is proactive and geared toward directly achieving rapid positive change.
I specialize in individual adult, child and adolescent therapy; as well as in couples counseling.
You may now be seeking help to simply feel better. However, I have found over many years of practice that therapy will usually make your entire life better. Often anxiety, low self esteem, depression, relationship problems, and underlying conflicts we may not even fully understand, limits us from achieving what we want in our lives. Sometimes, we even need to discover what we truly want in order to be happy and successful. My therapeutic approach is proactive and geared toward directly achieving rapid positive change.
(646) 600-5254 View (646) 600-5254
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Kelly Conover
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10075  (Online Only)
I often work with adults who feel "stuck" or are having difficulty during life transitions and adolescents struggling with family conflict.
Currently, I only have weekday morning availability. I provide a safe and supportive space for my adult and adolescent clients to explore and work through the conflicts, concerns, and struggles that bring them to therapy. I believe every client has a set of skills and strengths that therapy can help to identify and build upon. Therapy focuses on uncovering underlying issues and thought patterns that may be negatively impacting the client's life. I also provide parent support to parents of adolescents who want to strengthen the relationship with their child/better understand their child's developmental needs.
I often work with adults who feel "stuck" or are having difficulty during life transitions and adolescents struggling with family conflict.
Currently, I only have weekday morning availability. I provide a safe and supportive space for my adult and adolescent clients to explore and work through the conflicts, concerns, and struggles that bring them to therapy. I believe every client has a set of skills and strengths that therapy can help to identify and build upon. Therapy focuses on uncovering underlying issues and thought patterns that may be negatively impacting the client's life. I also provide parent support to parents of adolescents who want to strengthen the relationship with their child/better understand their child's developmental needs.
(646) 713-2058 View (646) 713-2058
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Edward Greenblatt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
I was the Director of the Child and Adolescent Outpatient Clinic in Psychiatry at Mount Sinai for many years and remain on their faculty supervising residents in psychiatry.
Do you have a child or adolescent who has difficulty concentrating at school or defiant at home? Or is your child or adolescent having difficulty adjusting to a divorce? Is your child being picked on at school? Do you have a college age student who is unhappy or not doing well academically? I can help. I am a psychologist with expertise in treating children/ adolescents and young adults. I work with children/ adolescents of divorce parents and specialize in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, school and family problems. I have a subspecialty in evaluating and treating children/ adolescents with a trauma history.
I was the Director of the Child and Adolescent Outpatient Clinic in Psychiatry at Mount Sinai for many years and remain on their faculty supervising residents in psychiatry.
Do you have a child or adolescent who has difficulty concentrating at school or defiant at home? Or is your child or adolescent having difficulty adjusting to a divorce? Is your child being picked on at school? Do you have a college age student who is unhappy or not doing well academically? I can help. I am a psychologist with expertise in treating children/ adolescents and young adults. I work with children/ adolescents of divorce parents and specialize in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, school and family problems. I have a subspecialty in evaluating and treating children/ adolescents with a trauma history.
(646) 760-1768 View (646) 760-1768
Elaine Krieger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
As an expert in adolescent development , I help adolescents and their parents successfully negotiate this stage.
I specialize in all kinds of relationship difficulties and issues and I work with singles as well as couples helping them to establish successful, fulfilling relationships. I also help individuals who are experiencing a relationship breakup or divorce by supporting them through that difficult process.I also help client who have difficulty with their coworkers or superiors at at work.
As an expert in adolescent development , I help adolescents and their parents successfully negotiate this stage.
I specialize in all kinds of relationship difficulties and issues and I work with singles as well as couples helping them to establish successful, fulfilling relationships. I also help individuals who are experiencing a relationship breakup or divorce by supporting them through that difficult process.I also help client who have difficulty with their coworkers or superiors at at work.
(646) 791-3150 View (646) 791-3150
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Dr. Kenneth Pound
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
I specialize in: Couples Therapy and Pre Marital Counseling; Career concerns; Foreigners living abroad; Sexuality (including LGBT issues); Adolescent treatment; Skype Treatments; Depression and Anxiety; and, Life Transitions.
I can help. Whether you're a professional, an artist, or a stay-at-home parent - whether your challenge is situational, chronic, or acute - my pragmatic therapeutic approach addresses confidence, productivity, and personal satisfaction. I am a Clinical Professor, Psychiatry, Columbia University. Conveniently located on the Upper West Side, I was trained at: Columbia University Medical Center, Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (advanced candidate); The Wright Institute, Berkeley (M.A. & Psy.D.); St. Mary's Hospital, San Francisco (Internship); UCSF Medical Center, Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute (Externship); and California College of the Arts, College Counseling Center (Post-doctoral Fellowship).
I specialize in: Couples Therapy and Pre Marital Counseling; Career concerns; Foreigners living abroad; Sexuality (including LGBT issues); Adolescent treatment; Skype Treatments; Depression and Anxiety; and, Life Transitions.
I can help. Whether you're a professional, an artist, or a stay-at-home parent - whether your challenge is situational, chronic, or acute - my pragmatic therapeutic approach addresses confidence, productivity, and personal satisfaction. I am a Clinical Professor, Psychiatry, Columbia University. Conveniently located on the Upper West Side, I was trained at: Columbia University Medical Center, Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (advanced candidate); The Wright Institute, Berkeley (M.A. & Psy.D.); St. Mary's Hospital, San Francisco (Internship); UCSF Medical Center, Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute (Externship); and California College of the Arts, College Counseling Center (Post-doctoral Fellowship).
(646) 600-5077 View (646) 600-5077
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Dayana Jiménez
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
Many teens and young adults struggle with anxiety and depression.
Accepting New Clients - If you or your teen has been feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with the difficulty of life transitions, and/or becoming isolated by the problem you/they face. I am here to help!
Many teens and young adults struggle with anxiety and depression.
Accepting New Clients - If you or your teen has been feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with the difficulty of life transitions, and/or becoming isolated by the problem you/they face. I am here to help!
(646) 606-2966 View (646) 606-2966
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Growth Psychology P.C.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
Clark R. Goldstein, Ph.D., is the founder of Growth Psychology, P.C. He is a former Clinical Assistant Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the NYU School of Medicine at the Child Study Center. He specializes in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders in children, teens, and adults. Previously, Dr. Goldstein served as a clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute where he worked with children, adults, and their families working to overcome anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues. His responsibilities also included training and supervision of advanced doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows.
Clark R. Goldstein, Ph.D., is the founder of Growth Psychology, P.C. He is a former Clinical Assistant Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the NYU School of Medicine at the Child Study Center. He specializes in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders in children, teens, and adults. Previously, Dr. Goldstein served as a clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute where he worked with children, adults, and their families working to overcome anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues. His responsibilities also included training and supervision of advanced doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows.
(516) 272-4708 View (516) 272-4708
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Yoav Cohen
Psychologist, PhD, ACT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
I am a licensed clinical psychologist certified in cognitive-behavioral therapy with an extensive experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, child and adolescent difficulties and personality disorders. I help individuals cope effectively with chronic medical illness, insomnia and pain.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist certified in cognitive-behavioral therapy with an extensive experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, child and adolescent difficulties and personality disorders. I help individuals cope effectively with chronic medical illness, insomnia and pain.
(347) 719-3263 View (347) 719-3263
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Lisa Brown
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10075  (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with adults as well as children, adolescents, and their parents. While working remotely, I am primarily seeing pre- teens, teenagers, and adults. I work with people for various reasons including anxiety, depression, wanting to develop a stronger sense of self, relationship stresses, difficulty reaching goals, and adjusting to new life stages. I provide a warm, collaborative, and empathic environment in which we can explore and get a better understanding of your particular experiences and work to help you or your child/ teen feel better and make positive changes.
I am a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with adults as well as children, adolescents, and their parents. While working remotely, I am primarily seeing pre- teens, teenagers, and adults. I work with people for various reasons including anxiety, depression, wanting to develop a stronger sense of self, relationship stresses, difficulty reaching goals, and adjusting to new life stages. I provide a warm, collaborative, and empathic environment in which we can explore and get a better understanding of your particular experiences and work to help you or your child/ teen feel better and make positive changes.
(646) 663-5448 View (646) 663-5448
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Jessica Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10075
Adolescents: I bring a deep understanging of the complexities of the adolescent experience and a genuine passion for helping them thrive.
Specializing in trauma work, I am proud to have many years of experience in the LGBTQ communities and take pride in offering a non-judgmental, sex positive, affirmative space to talk about queer identities and sexualities. If you've ever felt "othered," be it by race, class, gender or sexuality, I welcome your experience and actively create a safe space for all parts of you to be heard. Deep, attentive listening and a collaborative spirit is always at the heart of my practice. It's my job to skilfully and thoughtfully listen and work to meet you where you are, as we embark on this journey together.
Adolescents: I bring a deep understanging of the complexities of the adolescent experience and a genuine passion for helping them thrive.
Specializing in trauma work, I am proud to have many years of experience in the LGBTQ communities and take pride in offering a non-judgmental, sex positive, affirmative space to talk about queer identities and sexualities. If you've ever felt "othered," be it by race, class, gender or sexuality, I welcome your experience and actively create a safe space for all parts of you to be heard. Deep, attentive listening and a collaborative spirit is always at the heart of my practice. It's my job to skilfully and thoughtfully listen and work to meet you where you are, as we embark on this journey together.
(929) 545-6398 View (929) 545-6398
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Mitchell Douglas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021  (Online Only)
My background as well has consisted of leadership positions in behavioral health organizations and roles in training and education, including having taught graduate students at the New York University School of Social Work and leading seminars at the Child and Adolescent Fellowship Program, Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine/Rutgers University.
My approach is to provide a supportive and safe space for you to share and explore your experience and work together to identify and address obstacles to needed change. We will examine your unique situation holistically, looking at the strengths you bring to bear as an individual, or in relationships, as well as the challenges and stressors impinging on leading a more productive and satisfying life.
My background as well has consisted of leadership positions in behavioral health organizations and roles in training and education, including having taught graduate students at the New York University School of Social Work and leading seminars at the Child and Adolescent Fellowship Program, Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine/Rutgers University.
My approach is to provide a supportive and safe space for you to share and explore your experience and work together to identify and address obstacles to needed change. We will examine your unique situation holistically, looking at the strengths you bring to bear as an individual, or in relationships, as well as the challenges and stressors impinging on leading a more productive and satisfying life.
(646) 921-6403 View (646) 921-6403
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Diana Michelena
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021  (Online Only)
Are you looking for a safe place to freely express yourself, heal, connect, and find joy again? Maybe you are a teen striving to see yourself more clearly and embrace your most authentic self, or perhaps someone seeking to reduce your pain and suffering, and grow past the trauma. You may be a young adult aiming to establish intimate, genuine and real relationships, or a caring parent wishing to reconnect with yourself and your child. If any of these resonate with you, I am so happy you're here. I am Diana and I provide trauma and self-esteem therapy to teens, young adults and parents.
Are you looking for a safe place to freely express yourself, heal, connect, and find joy again? Maybe you are a teen striving to see yourself more clearly and embrace your most authentic self, or perhaps someone seeking to reduce your pain and suffering, and grow past the trauma. You may be a young adult aiming to establish intimate, genuine and real relationships, or a caring parent wishing to reconnect with yourself and your child. If any of these resonate with you, I am so happy you're here. I am Diana and I provide trauma and self-esteem therapy to teens, young adults and parents.
(332) 895-1771 View (332) 895-1771
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Elizabeth Bell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a clinical social worker licensed in New York, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. I have over 15 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transition challenges. I have certifications in both child & adolescent psychotherapy and the treatment of eating disorders, and training in CBT through the Beck Institute. My perspective is psychodynamic and integrates attachment and trauma theories.
I am a clinical social worker licensed in New York, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. I have over 15 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transition challenges. I have certifications in both child & adolescent psychotherapy and the treatment of eating disorders, and training in CBT through the Beck Institute. My perspective is psychodynamic and integrates attachment and trauma theories.
(215) 584-4071 View (215) 584-4071
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Daniel DiTieri
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
Greenwich Psychology Group serves high functioning clients of all ages from children, adolescents, adults, parents to executives.
Have you wondered if your child or teen would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. As a senior therapist at GreenwichPsychology Group, I enjoy working with children and adolescents that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral or family issues. You can talk to me about anything; nothing will surprise me. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Children often feel better early on in treatment.
Greenwich Psychology Group serves high functioning clients of all ages from children, adolescents, adults, parents to executives.
Have you wondered if your child or teen would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. As a senior therapist at GreenwichPsychology Group, I enjoy working with children and adolescents that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral or family issues. You can talk to me about anything; nothing will surprise me. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Children often feel better early on in treatment.
(332) 262-6829 View (332) 262-6829
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Sage Williamson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lenox Hill, New York, NY 10021
Greenwich Psychology Group serves high functioning clients of all ages from children, adolescents, adults, parents to executives.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I can help your child explore their feelings, make sense of their experience, and develop their full potential. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to learn how to deal with their challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder, and body image issues. Clients often see improved well-being early on in therapy.
Greenwich Psychology Group serves high functioning clients of all ages from children, adolescents, adults, parents to executives.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I can help your child explore their feelings, make sense of their experience, and develop their full potential. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to learn how to deal with their challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder, and body image issues. Clients often see improved well-being early on in therapy.
(646) 956-1786 View (646) 956-1786
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Teen Therapists

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.