Adolescent & teen therapy

Adolescence and the teenage years can be a time of significant growth, change, and emotional intensity. For many teens—and their parents—this stage of life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or isolating at times. Adolescent and teen therapy offers a supportive space for teens to better understand their emotions, navigate challenges, and feel more grounded during periods of transition.

At Calm Mind Therapy, we provide telehealth therapy for adolescents and teens across California, supporting both teens and parents as they work toward greater understanding, connection, and emotional well-being.

Who Adolescent & Teen Therapy is for

Teen therapy may be helpful for adolescents and teens who are experiencing emotional, behavioral, or relational challenges, including those who feel overwhelmed by the pressures of school, relationships, or expectations placed on them.

Parents often reach out when they notice changes in their teen’s mood, behavior, or ability to cope—but therapy can also be a proactive space for teens who want additional support or a neutral place to talk.

common reasons families seek teen therapy

Adolescent and teen therapy can support teens who are experiencing:

Anxiety, worry, or persistent stress

Emotional overwhelm or mood changes

Academic pressure, perfectionism, or burnout

Difficulty expressing emotions or needs

Changes in family dynamics or relationships

Identity development or self-esteem concerns

Life transitions or periods of uncertainty

what therapy looks like

Therapy with adolescents and teens is collaborative, developmentally informed, and paced in a way that feels safe and manageable. Sessions may focus on helping teens better understand their emotions, strengthen coping skills, and make sense of their experiences within the context of their relationships and environment.

Our clinicians work to create a space where teens feel respected, supported, and heard—without pressure to “fix” or change who they are. Therapy often includes a balance of conversation, reflection, and skill-building, depending on the teen’s needs and goals.

Supporting Parents and families

Parent involvement can be an important part of adolescent and teen therapy. When appropriate, therapy may include parent sessions or check-ins to support communication, increase understanding, and help parents feel more confident in how they support their teen.

We recognize that parenting a teen can bring up feelings of uncertainty, grief, or self-doubt—especially when reality doesn’t match expectations. Therapy can be a space to explore these experiences while strengthening the parent-teen relationship and overall family system.

Telehealth therapy for teens in california

All adolescent and teen therapy sessions are offered via secure telehealth to clients located in California. Telehealth therapy allows for greater flexibility and accessibility while maintaining a consistent and supportive therapeutic relationship.

Many teens feel more comfortable meeting from a familiar environment, which can help make therapy feel more approachable and less intimidating.

OUR APPROACH

Our approach to adolescent and teen therapy is warm, relational, and collaborative. We believe meaningful change happens through relationship and understanding—not judgment or pressure. Therapy is tailored to each teen and family’s unique needs, honoring their lived experiences while creating space for growth, emotional awareness, and connection.

our Adolescent & Teen therapists

Jesse offers a warm and affirming space for adolescents and teens to explore identity, culture, and relationships. With a deep understanding of how systemic forces and lived experiences shape well-being, Jesse supports teens in connecting with all parts of themselves, building self-worth, and developing more authentic and nourishing relationships. Their work is especially supportive for teens navigating questions of identity, belonging, and connection within their families and communities.

Jesse Romo, AMFT

Lily Royer, AMFT

Lily approaches adolescent and teen therapy with the belief that meaningful change happens through relationship—by feeling heard, understood, and met without judgment. She works collaboratively with teens and parents to support emotional regulation, anxiety, life transitions, and challenges within family systems. Lily has a particular interest in helping adolescents navigate identity development and family transitions, while also partnering with parents who may feel overwhelmed or uncertain. Her approach is warm, relational, and paced to meet each teen and family where they are.

taking the next step

If you’re wondering whether adolescent or teen therapy might be a good fit for your family, we’re happy to help you explore next steps.