Therapy for anxious teens

In-person & online in Houston

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It can be so difficult to see your child struggle.

You’re worried about your child. Maybe she’s always been anxious, but now it’s worse. Her grades and social life are suffering, and more importantly she’s not happy. You try giving reassurance, but it’s not working. You’d do anything for your child, but you feel like you can’t break through. You’ve given your child so much, and it hurts to see her overwhelmed.

Maybe you’re noticing:

  • Withdrawing from activities and people

  • Looking preoccupied, distracted, or distressed

  • Complaining about headaches or stomach aches

  • Seeking reassurance

  • Panic attacks

Get back your happy, healthy teen.

How anxiety therapy works

Anxiety therapy works by giving your child the skills to transform her attitude, attention, and actions.  

First, she’ll learn to get excited about facing challenging situations, seeing them as opportunities to grow and bring out her very best.

Next, she’ll practice shaping her attention to focus on what’s important to her and enjoy being completely in the present moment rather than worrying about the future.

Finally, she’ll learn to act according to her highest ideals, by setting and working towards fulfilling goals in important areas of her life.

What we’ll work on

Therapy can help your child:

  • See challenges as opportunities to grow

  • Enjoy living in the present moment

  • Actively pursue their goals

  • Understand how their brains work

  • Process uncomfortable thoughts & emotions

Your child has incredible gifts, strengths, & potential.

I’M HERE TO HELP THEM discover that.

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FAQS

Common questions about therapy for anxious teens

  • The first session is just with the parents in order to understand your goals and perspective before meeting with the child. After discussing the plan we will check in throughout treatment to discuss progress and external factors. Frequency of meetings will depend on your child’s age and level of independence.

  • Cognitive behavior therapy is the most effective treatment for anxiety disorders and is among the most effective psychological interventions overall. What’s more, the skills your child learns will help him or her flourish throughout life.

  • I specialize in severe anxiety and have seen radical transformations. With a motivation to change and willingness to practice strategies outside of session, anyone can grow.