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TEEN THERAPY IN ST. LOUIS & ACROSS MISSOURI

When things feel overwhelming or hard to navigate

The teen years can be challenging—for both teens and parents. There’s a lot happening all at once, and it’s not always easy to make sense of it.

Your teen may be feeling overwhelmed, withdrawn, irritable, or struggling to express what’s going on. At times, it can feel like communication breaks down or that something has shifted and you’re not sure how to help.

Therapy provides a space where teens can feel supported, understood, and able to talk openly—without pressure or judgment.

Upset teenage girl sitting on the floor of her room representing a teenager in crisis in need of Counseling for Teens in St. Louis, MO.

Your teen might be experiencing…

  • Anxiety, stress, or feeling overwhelmed

  • Changes in mood or behavior

  • Withdrawal or difficulty opening up

  • Low self-esteem or lack of confidence

  • Challenges with friendships or family relationships

  • Difficulty managing emotions

How therapy can help

Teen therapy isn’t about forcing change—it’s about creating a space where your teen can begin to understand themselves and feel more in control of what they’re experiencing.

Together, we’ll work to build insight, develop tools, and gently shift patterns in a way that feels manageable and supportive.

Over time, this work can help your teen:

  • feel more confident and understood

  • better manage emotions and stress

  • improve communication

  • navigate challenges in a healthier way

My approach to working with teens

I take a relational, individualized approach, meeting each teen where they are and building trust over time.

I draw from approaches such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and strengths-based work to support both current challenges and deeper patterns.

My goal is to create a space where teens feel comfortable being themselves, while also helping them build tools and insight that support their growth.

Support for parents

Supporting a teen can feel overwhelming at times. I work collaboratively with parents when appropriate, helping you better understand what your teen may be experiencing while maintaining a space where your teen feels safe and supported.

A teen working with her therapist during Therapy for Teens session in St. Louis, MO in order to learn healthy coping skills.

Begin Therapy for Your Teen in St. Louis and Online Across Missouri

I offer teen therapy in person in St. Louis and Bland, MO, as well as online across Missouri.

To get started:
• Schedule an appointment
• Complete intake forms
• Begin your work in therapy

Other Services Offered at Core Counseling

At Core Counseling, I offer a variety of mental health services that include relationship therapy, anxiety therapy, online therapy, trauma therapy, family therapy, and depression therapy. I’m also experienced in treating grief, addiction, anger management, and ADHD. I’m also happy to offer support with mood disorders, emotional issues, life transitions, low self-esteem, stress management, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and communication issues. Feel free to learn more about my practice by visiting my FAQ page, about page, blog, and other resources.