Therapy can help teens understand themselves better, express themselves, make better decisions, and live emotionally balanced lives.

Adolescence is a crucial time of developmental transition from adulthood. Teen years are characterized by exploration, novelty-seeking, goal setting, risk-taking, social interaction, and the continued development of critical reasoning skills.

Because of their still developing, emotionally driven brains, teens are vulnerable to extreme emotions, underdeveloped impulse control, and experimentation with drugs and alcohol. This makes the adolescent years a unique time of challenge and opportunity for positive growth and development.

Whenever possible, I focus on family relationships and improving communication skills with teens, because strengthening support systems is an essential part of living a happy and healthy life.