Therapy can provide guidance and a fresh perspective for teens and young adults who are establishing independence and stepping into the real world. Alongside the natural transitions that accompany adolescence, therapy can help with other stressors young people face including aggression and behavior issues, anxiety and depression, social issues and life transitions.

Therapy can also help provide clarity for young people looking for direction and a space to explore potential areas of interest for the future. Sometimes a fresh perspective is all you need to develop clarity and motivation for the future. I partner with clients to explore the root causes of symptoms and create a path toward leading a healed and fulfilled life.

Ways that young people can benefit from therapy:

• Establish clarity and direction for the future
• Develop tools to navigate stressors
• Coping with anxiety and depression
• Navigating life transitions

Growing up comes with a lot of changes in your body, social and academic stressors, and worries about the future. Talking with a therapist helps you gain perspective on your journey, gain clarity on the future and uncover the ways your past is influencing your current moment.

Signs therapy can benefit young teens and young adults:

• Sudden and persistent changes in mood and behavior
• Isolation and loss of interest in activities
• Lack of vision or direction in life
• Changes in academic performance
• Feeling overwhelmed or anxious

Even if you’re not experiencing symptoms severe enough for hospitalization, a therapist can help you sort out the past, present and the future that you have lying ahead. I help young people navigate the natural process of growing up, including how to handle hormone surges and mood swings, fears about the future and indecision, and feelings of being ignored or pushed aside. I help young people find purpose in their lives and develop the right tools to meet goals and maintain mental wellness.