Support for Teens & Young Adults
School pressure, friendship drama, family conflict, and the general weight of figuring out who you are — this is a relatable space for teens (14+) and young adults to work through it.
Common reasons people reach out
- Academic stress, motivation struggles, or school anxiety
- Friendship or social difficulties
- Family conflict or communication struggles
- Big feelings that are hard to name or manage
- The transition to college or early independence
How therapy may help
Therapy gives teens and young adults a space that's separate from parents, teachers, and friends — somewhere to be honest without fear of judgment, build coping skills, and work through what's actually going on underneath the stress.
What families can expect
For clients under 18, confidentiality, parental involvement, and communication expectations will be discussed as part of onboarding, at the start of treatment.
Therapist who works in this area
Frequently asked questions
What's the minimum age you work with?
Our therapists currently work with clients ages 14 and older. We are hoping to expand our services to include younger children in the future.
What should parents know about confidentiality when their teen is in therapy?
In Pennsylvania, individuals age 14 and older may consent to their own outpatient mental health treatment. When a teen consents to their own treatment, they have specific rights regarding the confidentiality and release of their mental health records.
This means that parents or guardians should not expect to have access to everything discussed in their teen's therapy sessions or to automatically receive a copy of their teen's treatment records. Our therapists will work with teens and their parents or guardians to establish appropriate communication and support while respecting the teen's privacy and confidentiality.
As with all therapy, confidentiality has important limits. Information may need to be disclosed when required or permitted by law, including situations involving safety concerns or other legally mandated disclosures. We will discuss these limits with clients as part of the treatment process.
Can parents participate in their teen's therapy?
Yes. Depending on the teen's needs and treatment goals, parents or guardians may be involved in treatment in a variety of ways. The level and type of parental involvement will be discussed with the teen and family and may change over the course of treatment.
When a teen has consented to their own outpatient treatment, our therapists will maintain the teen's confidentiality as required by Pennsylvania law while also working to support healthy communication and appropriate parental involvement.
Can teens do telehealth sessions?
Yes, depending on the clinician and household setup — this can be discussed when scheduling.
Support that meets teens where they are.
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