For Parents
When your teenager or young adult is struggling, it can be difficult to know how to help. You may see mood changes, withdrawal, anger, anxiety, or behaviors that feel confusing or concerning. You may also be holding your own mixture of worry, frustration, protectiveness, and uncertainty.
Therapy can provide your child with a space that is separate from home, a place where they can think, feel, and speak more freely. My role is not to take sides or replace parental authority, but to help your child better understand their internal world so they can function more effectively in relationships, school, and daily life.
Supporting Your Teen at Home
You do not need to be perfect to be helpful. Often what matters most is:
Staying regulated when your child is not
Being curious rather than reactive
Listening more than solving
Allowing space for feelings without rushing to fix them
Therapy works best when the adults in a young person’s life are engaged, reflective, and open to growth as well.
What Therapy Looks Like
In sessions, we focus on:
Understanding intense emotions rather than reacting to them
Identifying patterns in relationships and communication
Developing language for internal experiences
Building greater emotional regulation and resilience
I work from a psychoanalytic framework, which means we explore not only current challenges but also the deeper patterns that shape how your child experiences themselves and others.
Parent Consultation
If you are unsure whether therapy is the right next step, I offer consultation calls to discuss your concerns and think together about what would be most helpful.
Seeking support for your child is not a sign of failure. It is often a sign of care, courage, and commitment to their long-term well-being.
