Support for when you feel stuck, stressed, or just over it
Therapy for Teens
In-person in Berkeley & online across California
Do you ever…
Compulsively check Canvas because you feel you need to have perfect grades?
Feel weirdly alone, even when you're surrounded by your friends?
Obsess about how you look every time you leave the house?
Scroll TikTok for hours instead of doing homework, then beat yourself up about it?
Feel left out or behind, like everyone else has their friend group or life figured out?
If you’re a parent, does your teen ever…
Get overwhelmed or shut down when things don’t go as they had planned?
Put intense pressure on themselves, even over small things?
Cancel plans, avoid new situations, or pull away from friends they used to enjoy?
Say “I’m fine,” but follow it with door slams, eye rolls, or deep sighs?
Being a teen right now is a lot. You’re under constant pressure to keep up with everything: school, social media, relationships, and big decisions about the future.
You’re expected to always be “on,” always connected, and somehow still have it all figured out. It’s overwhelming.
You may feel like it’s hard to take a full breath, like there’s too much to focus on so you can’t focus on anything, or like everyone else has it together while you’re falling behind.
If you’re a parent,
you might see your teen struggling but not know how to reach them. You’re trying to help but nothing seems to land.
In a world where teens are more connected than ever,
many still feel isolated, unsure of themselves, and misunderstood.
Therapy can be a space where that starts to shift.
I’m here to help with:
+ Anxiety
+ depression
+ Relationships
+ Self-esteem
+ Identity
If you’re ready to…
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Worry less about what people think
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Speak up with more confidence
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Find a group of friends that actually get you.
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Manage your overwhelming thoughts and emotions
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Feel like yourself again (or for
the first time)
…then let’s get to work.
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Therapy is your space.
You can talk about everything on your mind, or nothing “important” at all.No judgment. No lectures.
This isn’t about fixing you. It’s about having one adult (who isn’t your parent) help you make sense of all the stress, confusion, and pressure that life throws your way.No advice like “just log off TikTok.”
Seriously. That’s not how this works.We’ll figure things out together.
We can talk about where you are, where you want to go, and what actually matters to you right now.Or we can just play Uno.
And you can tell me about the latest friend drama. Don’t feel ready to get into deep feelings? That’s totally fine.You get to decide what this space looks like.
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The teen years have always been tough. But today’s teens are dealing with a whole different level of pressure.
Think back to the stress of downloading songs on a dial-up modem. Now imagine...
Knowing your exact GPA, down to the decimal, at all times
Starting homework at 9 PM because every day is packed with classes, clubs, sports, and everything in between
Having easy access to what your friends (and frenemies) are doing 24/7, and comparing your actual experiences with their curated ones.
Being inundated with information about how your body should look and what gender stereotypes are important, often from TikTok creators with big opinions but no real credentials
It’s overwhelming. And it makes sense if your teen seems anxious, shut down, or on edge.
Therapy gives your teen space to breathe.
One hour a week where they don’t have to perform, produce, or prove anything.It’s about self-reflection, not just venting.
Your teen gets to focus on what’s going on inside. Not just the grades, extracurriculars, or outside pressures.And yes—talking to an adult who isn’t you.
Sometimes teens need a non-parent adult to talk through the stuff that feels too weird, heavy, or awkward to bring home.
You don’t have to figure it all out alone.
If you’re a teen looking for support:
You don’t need to have a big breakdown or the perfect words to reach out. If things feel heavy, overwhelming, or just off, therapy can help. This is your space to be real, feel heard, and start sorting through the stuff that’s been piling up.
If you’re looking for support for your teen:
You’re not overreacting. If your teen seems anxious, withdrawn, or unlike themselves, therapy can help. It can provide them space to reflect and learn tools that actually help. It’s a way to support them without doing it all yourself.
Whether you’re here for yourself or someone you care about, things can start to feel better.
Let’s figure out what support could help.
because, At the end of the day:
being a teen is a lot
therapy can help
frequently asked questions
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During the first session, we’ll spend 50-60 minutes together, either in my office or online. It’s really just a chance to get to know each other. I’ll ask you some questions about what’s been going on and what brought you in, but there’s no pressure to share anything you’re not ready to.
As we keep working together, you’ll have more say in what we talk about and how we use the time. And if you have any questions about me, about therapy, or about how it all works, you’re absolutely welcome to ask.
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Nope. We can talk about your feelings, the tv you’re watching, the music you listen to, friend drama, or nothing at all. It’s completely up to you. The space is all yours, I will follow your lead.
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I might talk with your parents from time to time, but I will not share the details of what we talk about in therapy, unless I am seriously concerned about your safety.
Before I speak with them, I will check in with you. We can talk about what feels okay to share and what you would prefer to keep private. Afterward, I will let you know what we talked about.
This is your space, and having your trust is important to me.
For Teens
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Yes, you’ll be involved in a supportive way. I meet with parents during the intake process and check in periodically throughout the therapy. I welcome updates about what you’re seeing at home and am happy to answer any questions you have along the way.
At the same time, I prioritize your teen’s privacy. To build trust, I don’t share details from sessions unless there’s a concern about their safety. I’ll always keep you informed when it’s helpful, while protecting your teen’s space to speak freely.
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It depends. Some teens benefit from just a few months of support, while others may want longer-term therapy. We’ll talk together about what makes the most sense.
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Not necessarily. A diagnosis can be helpful in some situations, but I only provide one when it is clinically necessary, such as for insurance or school documentation.
If I believe a diagnosis might be useful, I will talk it through with both your teen and you first. I will explain my thinking, answer any questions, and make sure we are all on the same page. I view diagnosis as a collaborative process, not something I decide on my own without discussion.