Therapy for Teens and Adults in Altadena

Individual therapy is like having a private studio where you can try out new ways of approaching life without fear of mistakes. Here you can practice emotional skills, reflect on identity, and discover strategies that bring relief. The benefit is stepping back into your daily routine with more clarity and tools that actually work for you.

Group therapy works like a team practice where each person shows up with their own challenges but grows stronger through shared effort. By listening and being heard, teens realize they are not alone. The benefit is a sense of belonging and new strategies for coping learned in community.

EMDR is like updating old files on a computer that keep slowing you down. The memories do not disappear but the way your brain stores them changes so they no longer interrupt your present. The benefit is less emotional reactivity and more freedom to focus on today.

Anxiety can feel like an engine that never shuts off. In therapy we explore ways to quiet that constant hum with tools that calm the body and reframe the mind. The benefit is more calm in your daily life and the confidence that you can manage stress effectively.

Depression is like living under a heavy blanket that blocks out light. Therapy helps lift that weight by making space for feelings, building coping tools, and noticing sparks of hope. The benefit is learning that joy is still possible and that life can feel lighter again.

Burnout feels like running on an empty battery. In sessions we work on ways to recharge, like setting boundaries, rediscovering motivation, and balancing achievement with rest. The benefit is renewed energy and a healthier relationship with school.Depression is like living under a heavy blanket that blocks out light. Therapy helps lift that weight by making space for feelings, building coping tools, and noticing sparks of hope. The benefit is learning that joy is still possible and that life can feel lighter again.

Post grad life can feel like standing at a crossroads without a map. Therapy gives structure to that moment, helping you explore options, ease pressure, and design goals that fit who you are. The benefit is feeling less lost and more confident about the future.

Trauma can feel like carrying invisible bruises that ache long after the event. In therapy we use trauma informed methods to process those experiences so they no longer dominate your present. The benefit is greater safety, fewer triggers, and a stronger sense of self.

For teens and young adults, the best therapy is one that feels personal and responsive. EMDR, ACT, mindfulness, and expressive arts can all be useful. More important than the method is making sure therapy matches the young person’s background, culture, and emotional needs.

In person work is my preference because it deepens the relationship and makes connection easier. I also offer virtual sessions for clients in Altadena when distance or schedules get in the way. Both are effective depending on your needs, and we can even combine them.

I do not take insurance directly. Many PPO plans reimburse partially for therapy. I provide superbills each month to help you with that process.

Please cancel at least 24 hours ahead. If something last-minute comes up, I will try to reschedule in the same week. If not, the full fee applies.

Weekly sessions are important in the beginning to really get to know each other. Every-other-week slows this process. Once progress has been made, biweekly sessions can work well to maintain results.