Teen Therapy in Avondale and Phoenix
A place where teens feel heard, with caregivers involved in ways that respect a young person's privacy. In person or by telehealth, in English and Spanish.
Being a Teenager Is a Lot
The teen years bring more independence, more pressure, and feelings that can be hard to put into words. Therapy gives teens a place to be heard without judgment, and to build skills for what they're facing.
Caregivers are included when clinically appropriate, with attention to a young person's privacy, safety and growing independence.
Signs a Teen May Need Support
Every teen has hard weeks. It may be time to reach out if you notice:
- Pulling away from friends, family or activities
- Irritability, sadness or worry that doesn't lift
- Slipping grades or avoiding school
- Changes in sleep or eating
- Conflict at home that keeps repeating
- Risky choices or substance use
What Therapy May Focus On
Goals are set with the teen, not just for them. Therapy may focus on:
- Managing stress, worry and low mood
- Self-esteem and identity
- Friendships, relationships and conflict
- Coping after trauma or loss
- Healthy decision-making
- Communication with family
Approaches We May Use
Depending on a teen's needs and the clinician's training, care may draw on approaches like these.
Ready When You Are
Tell us what you're looking for, and our team will help you find the next step.
Therapists Who Work With Teens
If You Need Help Now
If you are in crisis, call or text 988 any time, day or night. For Spanish, call 988 and press 2, or text AYUDA to 988. In an emergency, call 911.
Where We Meet
In person at our Avondale or Phoenix office, or by telehealth from home, in English or Spanish.
FAQs
Will my teen's sessions be private?
The clinician explains confidentiality and its limits in clear, age-appropriate language, including what may be shared with caregivers.
My teen doesn't want to go. What can I do?
That's common. It can help to name what you've noticed, listen, and let your teen have a say in things like timing or meeting by telehealth. A first conversation with our team can help too.
What if my teen is in crisis?
Call or text 988 any time, day or night (for Spanish, press 2 or text AYUDA). Teen Lifeline, Arizona's teen-to-teen line, is at (602) 248-8336. In an emergency, call 911.
Do you offer telehealth?
Yes. You can meet in person at our Avondale or Phoenix office, or by telehealth from anywhere in Arizona.
Do you offer services in Spanish?
Yes. Se habla español.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Request an appointment online from our Get Started page, or call us at (623) 439-7472.
