Therapists for Teens in Austin, TX
I work with children, teens and young adults who struggle with anxiety, OCD, life transitions, identity, and LGBTQ+ issues. Clients often begin therapy with me in search of relief from OCD/anxiety, support with transitions into college or adulthood, self-acceptance, identity exploration, ways to create more meaningful relationships with others, or parenting support. I also work with parents using SPACE to provide insight and teach skills that allow them to confidently support and respond to their child/ teen struggling with OCD/anxiety. I am certified in and offer PCIT for children 7 and younger with behavioral challenges.
I work with children, teens and young adults who struggle with anxiety, OCD, life transitions, identity, and LGBTQ+ issues. Clients often begin therapy with me in search of relief from OCD/anxiety, support with transitions into college or adulthood, self-acceptance, identity exploration, ways to create more meaningful relationships with others, or parenting support. I also work with parents using SPACE to provide insight and teach skills that allow them to confidently support and respond to their child/ teen struggling with OCD/anxiety. I am certified in and offer PCIT for children 7 and younger with behavioral challenges.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation call to discuss if I would be the right fit for you or your teen.
Thank you for considering me to be a part of your mental health journey. Reaching out for help as an individual or a parent can be anxiety provoking and it is my goal to be as transparent about therapy and mental health treatment as possible to ensure you feel comfortable with choosing me to be your therapist. I have experience working with adults and teens who experience suicidal ideation and self-harm, impulsive behavior, mood swings, anger outbursts, depressive episodes, and anxiety symptoms. I'm trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and various parenting interventions. I am also a certified Sandtray Therapy provider.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation call to discuss if I would be the right fit for you or your teen.
Thank you for considering me to be a part of your mental health journey. Reaching out for help as an individual or a parent can be anxiety provoking and it is my goal to be as transparent about therapy and mental health treatment as possible to ensure you feel comfortable with choosing me to be your therapist. I have experience working with adults and teens who experience suicidal ideation and self-harm, impulsive behavior, mood swings, anger outbursts, depressive episodes, and anxiety symptoms. I'm trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and various parenting interventions. I am also a certified Sandtray Therapy provider.
Is your child or adolescent struggling with big emotions? Are their behaviors or big reactions affecting your family’s day-to-day life and relationships? Does it seem like the steps you take to try to help often just make things worse? Do you wonder if there’s a better way to support your child’s emotional growth and manage family stress? Now more than ever, kids and teens are feeling stressed and anxious, with parents worried, frustrated and uncertain as to how to help them navigate.
Is your child or adolescent struggling with big emotions? Are their behaviors or big reactions affecting your family’s day-to-day life and relationships? Does it seem like the steps you take to try to help often just make things worse? Do you wonder if there’s a better way to support your child’s emotional growth and manage family stress? Now more than ever, kids and teens are feeling stressed and anxious, with parents worried, frustrated and uncertain as to how to help them navigate.
I enjoy working with adult and teen individuals that are experiencing depression or low mood, chronic stress, trauma, anxiety, relational conflict, life transitions.
I believe therapy is a place for healing, change and growth and that all of this can happen most deeply within the context of a safe and supportive environment. I strive to create safety by focusing on the therapeutic relationship, being empathetic, non-judgmental, practicing cultural humility and seeing each client as a whole person. We are more than just what brings us to therapy. My hope is that our time together is a place where you can be free to bring all parts of who you are, while feeling encouraged and building greater capacity to experience a more connected and authentic life.
I enjoy working with adult and teen individuals that are experiencing depression or low mood, chronic stress, trauma, anxiety, relational conflict, life transitions.
I believe therapy is a place for healing, change and growth and that all of this can happen most deeply within the context of a safe and supportive environment. I strive to create safety by focusing on the therapeutic relationship, being empathetic, non-judgmental, practicing cultural humility and seeing each client as a whole person. We are more than just what brings us to therapy. My hope is that our time together is a place where you can be free to bring all parts of who you are, while feeling encouraged and building greater capacity to experience a more connected and authentic life.
Brooke Brockman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78745 (Online Only)
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Whether you (or your teen) are dealing with a recent life change or struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or trauma, talking to someone can help.
Is your teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma symptoms? It is harder than ever to be a teen these days. On top of present day stressors, many teens experience trauma that can impact their mood, appetite, sleep, and enjoyment in life. Connecting your teen to professional therapy is one way you can help them take steps towards healing. Is your teen struggling with ADHD? Teens with ADHD can gain understanding of themselves, improve focus, and be empowered through psychoeducation and skills training acquired in sessions.
Whether you (or your teen) are dealing with a recent life change or struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or trauma, talking to someone can help.
Is your teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma symptoms? It is harder than ever to be a teen these days. On top of present day stressors, many teens experience trauma that can impact their mood, appetite, sleep, and enjoyment in life. Connecting your teen to professional therapy is one way you can help them take steps towards healing. Is your teen struggling with ADHD? Teens with ADHD can gain understanding of themselves, improve focus, and be empowered through psychoeducation and skills training acquired in sessions.
I LOVE my work because I get to help people help themselves. With over 25 years experience, I have worked with adolescent and adult individuals, couples and families, providing a safe place to express and explore their concerns and challenges as well as hopes and dreams. Whether you are new to counseling or are looking for someone with a fresh perspective, I'd be happy to hear from you and discuss the possibility of our working together. Ultimately, the journey is yours to determine and follow. I will simply provide support through open and honest reflection.
I LOVE my work because I get to help people help themselves. With over 25 years experience, I have worked with adolescent and adult individuals, couples and families, providing a safe place to express and explore their concerns and challenges as well as hopes and dreams. Whether you are new to counseling or are looking for someone with a fresh perspective, I'd be happy to hear from you and discuss the possibility of our working together. Ultimately, the journey is yours to determine and follow. I will simply provide support through open and honest reflection.
Val De La Garza
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78753
Do you feel like you’re always there for others but struggle to find space for your own needs? Are you navigating life transitions like moving from teen to adulthood, battling anxiety, or wrestling with body image concerns? I work with teens and adults who often feel disconnected—from themselves, their loved ones, or their goals. Together, we can uncover your values, needs, and desires, while rewriting unhelpful narratives that have held you back.
Do you feel like you’re always there for others but struggle to find space for your own needs? Are you navigating life transitions like moving from teen to adulthood, battling anxiety, or wrestling with body image concerns? I work with teens and adults who often feel disconnected—from themselves, their loved ones, or their goals. Together, we can uncover your values, needs, and desires, while rewriting unhelpful narratives that have held you back.
The Well Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC, LCPC, TBRI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731
The Well is a professional mental health practice with a team of clinicians serving Texas. We sincerely believe there is hope for all who are willing to seek help, no matter what their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychological proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual client’s with love and understanding. Sascha is a advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, marital, and online therapy.
The Well is a professional mental health practice with a team of clinicians serving Texas. We sincerely believe there is hope for all who are willing to seek help, no matter what their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychological proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual client’s with love and understanding. Sascha is a advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, marital, and online therapy.
So, whether you are a single adult, a couple, a family, or a single teen, I am always cognizant that what you likely need the most is a non-judgmental, warm, and listening ear.
As a therapist specializing in teens, I've found the most impactful thing I can be is a non-judgmental, encouraging, and authentic voice. Teens need validation and a warm and caring adult who will work to understand the difficulties they experience. In my time providing these services, I've realized that we never grow out of needing these qualities. In other words, my work with teens has guided me to approach my work with adults in a more holistic and compassionate fashion.
So, whether you are a single adult, a couple, a family, or a single teen, I am always cognizant that what you likely need the most is a non-judgmental, warm, and listening ear.
As a therapist specializing in teens, I've found the most impactful thing I can be is a non-judgmental, encouraging, and authentic voice. Teens need validation and a warm and caring adult who will work to understand the difficulties they experience. In my time providing these services, I've realized that we never grow out of needing these qualities. In other words, my work with teens has guided me to approach my work with adults in a more holistic and compassionate fashion.
Leslie Faulhaber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78750 (Online Only)
Your life is not looking the way you imagined. Your mind is giving you all sorts of negative messages and you are feeling down, depressed, overwhelmed, or anxious. Whether you are 16, 30, or 60, you deserve to enjoy your life every day. I work with mood disorders, anxiety and stress, trauma, adolescent issues, self-esteem challenges, grief and loss, and life transitions. I am a board approved supervisor for Social Workers in the state of Texas.
Your life is not looking the way you imagined. Your mind is giving you all sorts of negative messages and you are feeling down, depressed, overwhelmed, or anxious. Whether you are 16, 30, or 60, you deserve to enjoy your life every day. I work with mood disorders, anxiety and stress, trauma, adolescent issues, self-esteem challenges, grief and loss, and life transitions. I am a board approved supervisor for Social Workers in the state of Texas.
My clinical experience and training includes community mental health, school-based therapy and psychological testing/academic assessment, child/ adolescent inpatient/residential care evaluations and psychotherapy, and private agency practice.
I consider my role as psychologist as one who strives to focus on the personal strengths, abilities, and vulnerabilities of a person through empathic support and optimism for positive change. To create a safe place where immediate issues, or chronic problems and patterns, can be identified and explored. To appreciate the whole person as a means to make sense of their experiences and behaviors.
My clinical experience and training includes community mental health, school-based therapy and psychological testing/academic assessment, child/ adolescent inpatient/residential care evaluations and psychotherapy, and private agency practice.
I consider my role as psychologist as one who strives to focus on the personal strengths, abilities, and vulnerabilities of a person through empathic support and optimism for positive change. To create a safe place where immediate issues, or chronic problems and patterns, can be identified and explored. To appreciate the whole person as a means to make sense of their experiences and behaviors.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
I receive consistent feedback that I understand peoples' perspectives with compassion and competence, whether it is a couple dealing with conflict, or a teenager struggling to get their parents to understand how they feel.
People who are ready to dig in and make changes that improve their lives are successful in my practice. Because our sessions are two-way conversations, we find the insights and solutions that fit your unique personality and circumstances. I am not a cookie-cutter therapist; I provide clear, concise feedback to help you efficiently meet your therapeutic goals. My conversational style is relaxed and interactive. Blending humor, science, and intuition, I help people feel at ease whether it is in my office or virtual.
I receive consistent feedback that I understand peoples' perspectives with compassion and competence, whether it is a couple dealing with conflict, or a teenager struggling to get their parents to understand how they feel.
People who are ready to dig in and make changes that improve their lives are successful in my practice. Because our sessions are two-way conversations, we find the insights and solutions that fit your unique personality and circumstances. I am not a cookie-cutter therapist; I provide clear, concise feedback to help you efficiently meet your therapeutic goals. My conversational style is relaxed and interactive. Blending humor, science, and intuition, I help people feel at ease whether it is in my office or virtual.
Janice Reyes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
Hi! I’m Janice, co-owner of Safe Haven and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. I’m a trauma-informed child and adolescent development expert committed to helping families and couples learn how to communicate effectively, create a sense of safety at home, and strengthen the bonds in their relationships. I specialize in trauma-informed care for individuals, couples, and families, helping people communicate effectively, create a sense of safety, and strengthen their relationships.
Hi! I’m Janice, co-owner of Safe Haven and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. I’m a trauma-informed child and adolescent development expert committed to helping families and couples learn how to communicate effectively, create a sense of safety at home, and strengthen the bonds in their relationships. I specialize in trauma-informed care for individuals, couples, and families, helping people communicate effectively, create a sense of safety, and strengthen their relationships.
I am a licensed psychologist in the Central Austin area. I have vast experience counseling adolescent and adult clients in individual, couples and family therapy. This experience has shown me that individuals can learn to cope with life's problems more efficiently and effectively. Therapy is a life-enriching process that often helps people become more attuned to themselves, others and the environment such that life feels more meaningful and coherent.
I am a licensed psychologist in the Central Austin area. I have vast experience counseling adolescent and adult clients in individual, couples and family therapy. This experience has shown me that individuals can learn to cope with life's problems more efficiently and effectively. Therapy is a life-enriching process that often helps people become more attuned to themselves, others and the environment such that life feels more meaningful and coherent.
I will collaborate with you or your teen in order to identify goals and actively work on them while we work together.
Wanting to be someone else is a waste of the person you are. So who do you ultimately want to be? What is going on in your life to cause stress or strife? What can we change or take out to improve things? Are you communicating effectively with your adolescent or loved ones? Life can throw many different obstacles that cause stress, anxiety, depression, and a breakdown of relationships. One of the hardest relationships for parents or caregivers can be the one with their teenager. As a marriage and family therapist I take a look at your entire life and not just the person itself to facilitate change.
I will collaborate with you or your teen in order to identify goals and actively work on them while we work together.
Wanting to be someone else is a waste of the person you are. So who do you ultimately want to be? What is going on in your life to cause stress or strife? What can we change or take out to improve things? Are you communicating effectively with your adolescent or loved ones? Life can throw many different obstacles that cause stress, anxiety, depression, and a breakdown of relationships. One of the hardest relationships for parents or caregivers can be the one with their teenager. As a marriage and family therapist I take a look at your entire life and not just the person itself to facilitate change.
Shawna S West
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, RPT, ASDI
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78723
I support parents/ guardians seeking therapy for their young child, adolescent, or teen. Presenting issues range from mild toileting concerns, to stress and anxiety, social skills, coping strategies, building emotional vocabulary, trauma processing, depression, low self-esteem, suicidal ideation and self harm, LGBTQIA+, and support for neurodivergent and neurodiverse children and children with learning differences.
I support parents/ guardians seeking therapy for their young child, adolescent, or teen. Presenting issues range from mild toileting concerns, to stress and anxiety, social skills, coping strategies, building emotional vocabulary, trauma processing, depression, low self-esteem, suicidal ideation and self harm, LGBTQIA+, and support for neurodivergent and neurodiverse children and children with learning differences.
Most importantly, I want you to feel safe and heard throughout our work together. Our lives are constantly changing and shifting, and that can feel overwhelming. When a child or parent is feeling dysregulated, it can be hard to know what to do next. By creating a safe space, I help clients can learn to trust their wisdom, grow their strength, and gain confidence. Our work will be based on your individual needs. Services I provide include child and adolescent therapy, parent education, and individual therapy. I am also a LPC-S, so please contact me if you are a LPC-A and are interested possibly working together for supervision!
Most importantly, I want you to feel safe and heard throughout our work together. Our lives are constantly changing and shifting, and that can feel overwhelming. When a child or parent is feeling dysregulated, it can be hard to know what to do next. By creating a safe space, I help clients can learn to trust their wisdom, grow their strength, and gain confidence. Our work will be based on your individual needs. Services I provide include child and adolescent therapy, parent education, and individual therapy. I am also a LPC-S, so please contact me if you are a LPC-A and are interested possibly working together for supervision!
Sara Buckley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, RPT-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78745
If you are seeking help for your child or teen, I can also help.
I believe that we can make many changes in our lives in a myriad of ways. We can make changes within ourselves by breaking negative thinking patterns, learning new ways to manage and react to feelings, or by changing behavioral habits. We can also makes changes in our physical and social world, and I seek to help you make decisions and find solutions by identifying realistic, practical, acheivable goals. Core to my practice is a belief that therapy does not need to be painful to be effective, and that smaller changes lead to more and bigger changes.
If you are seeking help for your child or teen, I can also help.
I believe that we can make many changes in our lives in a myriad of ways. We can make changes within ourselves by breaking negative thinking patterns, learning new ways to manage and react to feelings, or by changing behavioral habits. We can also makes changes in our physical and social world, and I seek to help you make decisions and find solutions by identifying realistic, practical, acheivable goals. Core to my practice is a belief that therapy does not need to be painful to be effective, and that smaller changes lead to more and bigger changes.
Jenni Caruso
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746 (Online Only)
My name is Jenni Caruso. I'm a LPC who is dedicated to providing clinically-informed, person-centered therapy services to children, adolescents, & young adults. My clinical expertise include child & adolescent development, emotional/behavioral/social challenges, anxiety, depression, women's issues, grief/loss, miscarriage/child loss, life transitions, ADHD & LGBTQ+. AdditionalIy, I'm a Certified Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist & I'm intensively trained to provide Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to help my adult clients who struggle with PTSD, treatment-resistant depression, and severe anxiety.
My name is Jenni Caruso. I'm a LPC who is dedicated to providing clinically-informed, person-centered therapy services to children, adolescents, & young adults. My clinical expertise include child & adolescent development, emotional/behavioral/social challenges, anxiety, depression, women's issues, grief/loss, miscarriage/child loss, life transitions, ADHD & LGBTQ+. AdditionalIy, I'm a Certified Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist & I'm intensively trained to provide Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to help my adult clients who struggle with PTSD, treatment-resistant depression, and severe anxiety.
Richard John Rathbun
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759 (Online Only)
I would describe my practice as helping people work through life issues in ways that promote relational, emotional and spiritual growth. My clinical areas of interest include spirituality, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I also specialize in working with men's issues. I apply a Christian/faith-based approach to counseling and am trained in both theology and professional counseling. I am an ordained minister and pastoral counselor. I don't impose my beliefs on clients, and respect all faith/spiritual traditions as valuable resources for healing. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, personality disorders, faith crisis, marriage, family, adolescent, and relationship issues.
I would describe my practice as helping people work through life issues in ways that promote relational, emotional and spiritual growth. My clinical areas of interest include spirituality, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I also specialize in working with men's issues. I apply a Christian/faith-based approach to counseling and am trained in both theology and professional counseling. I am an ordained minister and pastoral counselor. I don't impose my beliefs on clients, and respect all faith/spiritual traditions as valuable resources for healing. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, personality disorders, faith crisis, marriage, family, adolescent, and relationship issues.
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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.