Teen Therapists in Huntington Beach, CA

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Kelly Barclay
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Are you ready to make changes in your life and relationships? Are you a teenager who is struggling with distressing feelings,or an adult feeling challenged by the demands of parenting or your desire to improve your significant relationships? Whether you are ready for the next big step in your life or feeling completely stuck, I will help you discover the path that is right for you. I have 23 years of experience collaborating with clients to achieve relief from distressing symptoms, improve and rebuild damaged relationships, achieve personal goals, and create a calmer, more peaceful and fulfilling life.
(714) 582-5113
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Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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Insight Children and Family Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Insight Children & Family Therapy Center offers play therapy for children, family and couples therapy and individual therapy. Our treatment approach depends on the needs of the client. Each of our therapists has a unique niche that they enjoy serving. Our child, adolescent , and young adult therapists have extensive training and experience in working with children who have been through trauma or abuse, attachment concerns, anxiety, depression, gifted & sensitive personalities, family discord, self harm behaviors, lack of social skills, lack of coping skills, behavior problems, Autism, ADHD, and school problems.
(714) 844-5901
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Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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Andrea D. Schoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
SPECIALTIES INCLUDE: *COUPLES COUNSELING *ANXIETY *DEPRESSION *CHILD AND ADOLESCENT ISSUES *SUBSTANCE ABUSE *LOSS/GRIEF *RELATIONSHIP ISSUES *ADJUSTMENT ISSUES *ANGER MANAGEMENT *DIVORCE **I have spent 22 years providing counseling and psychotherapy in a variety of settings.
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen , I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
(714) 584-5948
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Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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Ken Rhea
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
Verified
Are teens making life challenging? Can't figure out how to co-parent in a divorced family? Too expensive to split up? Are you grandparenting? Does your family rely on you for child/ teen supervision? Sorting out roles and responsibilities can be tricky? Are you trying to find meaning, suffering from old wounds.? I offer experience-tested ideas to address each of these and other difficulties that face individuals and families today. There are typical junctions in our lives that strain our relationships.Talking through these times can bring better understanding and a more harmonious way of relating.
(714) 489-5890
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Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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Monica Mekhael
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Feeling stuck with your parenting? Do you find it hard managing tantrums? Do you have a teen and find it a struggle to communicate? I specialize in Child and Family Therapy. My focus is to help parents develop effective and positive parenting skills to raise happy, confident children; set family routines and rules that everyone can follow; and balance work and family life with less stress. I help children and teens grow from their struggles, develop communication skills, problem-solving skills, as well as assist in forming healthy relationships. My treatment is focused on inner strengths and achieving optimal abilities.
(562) 203-0438
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
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Anna Elizabeth Morley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified
Verified
My goal is to assist teens and their families establish healthy communication and connection. I offer warmth and empathy, coupled with education, experience, and evidence-based tools. For the past ten years I have help teens improve their self-concept, establish healthy boundaries, improve mood, and work through traumas. Also, my training in family systems theory allows me to understand the important role each family member plays in the well-being of their child. Therefore, I work with parents on providing the support and structure needed to help their teen strive.
(949) 558-3289
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Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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Diana Nguyen Borsack
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and supervisor with a decade of experience in private and social service settings, I work closely with children and adolescent youth who've had physical or emotional trauma.
We all want the best for our children: to help them grow and teach them the necessary skills to succeed in life. When we communicate with open ears and conscious hearts, this allows for healthy relationships to build. Effective therapy utilized this approach of open communication in order to foster the growth and development of youth. I strive to help every child feel that they have control over their lives, and offer the necessary skills to be happy, healthy, and to make their own positive decisions.
(714) 701-6370
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Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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Gina L Sickels
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Working in residential treatment for 14 years and private practice for 7 years, I have experience in working with abuse, neglect, dual diagnosis, family issues, adolescent and young adults issues, addiction, depression, anxiety and behavioral problems.
If you can change your thoughts, you can change your world! I believe learning how to challenge negative thoughts can greatly impact your mood and subsequent behaviors. I am passionate about helping others live the life they deserve! Unfortunately, past traumas, experiences and life circumstances change our perception and view of the world. Fear, depression, anxiety and mistrust can interfere with our ability to pursue dreams, aspirations and healthy relationships. I provide an environment where you can feel safe, encouraged and validated. Together we can develop appropriate therapeutic goals to help you move at your pace toward healing and change.
(714) 804-0598
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Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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Frank Belsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If your teen or young adult is struggling, call or email me to see if it's something I may be able to help with.
It’s no secret that teenagers can be challenging. You want to help them be responsible, kind, hard-working, and respectful. They just want you to leave them alone. Or they have such strong feelings that they can’t seem to control them. Maybe you feel like you’ve tried everything, and nothing is getting through. The great thing about asking someone like me to talk with your son or daughter is that I’m not you. Maybe you even feel like giving up sometimes. Well I love working with “challenging” kids. The ones that parents have all but given up on. Maybe the kid has given up on themselves. This doesn’t have to be their story forever.
(657) 214-7338
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Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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SoCal Adolescent Wellness
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
Are you a parent with a struggling teen who wants more for your child’s well being, but feel unsure of how to get there? We hear stories every day about what families are experiencing at home.
We have current availability with both male and female therapists for weekly teen therapy and family therapy. Let us help you today!
(949) 649-0541
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Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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Andrea d Schoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
SPECIALTIES INCLUDE: *COUPLES COUNSELING *ANXIETY *DEPRESSION *CHILD AND ADOLESCENT ISSUES *SUBSTANCE ABUSE *LOSS/GRIEF *RELATIONSHIP ISSUES *ADJUSTMENT ISSUES *ANGER MANAGEMENT *DIVORCE.
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen , I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
(714) 559-3222
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Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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Andrea D. Schoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
SPECIALTIES INCLUDE: *COUPLES COUNSELING *ANXIETY *DEPRESSION *CHILD AND ADOLESCENT ISSUES *SUBSTANCE ABUSE *LOSS/GRIEF *RELATIONSHIP ISSUES *ADJUSTMENT ISSUES *ANGER MANAGEMENT *DIVORCE **.
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen , I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
(714) 316-0413
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Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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Andrea D. Schoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
SPECIALTIES INCLUDE: *COUPLES COUNSELING *ANXIETY *DEPRESSION *CHILD AND ADOLESCENT ISSUES *SUBSTANCE ABUSE *LOSS/GRIEF *RELATIONSHIP ISSUES *ADJUSTMENT ISSUES *ANGER MANAGEMENT *DIVORCE **I.
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen , I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
(714) 804-0590
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Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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Andrea D Schoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
SPECIALTIES INCLUDE: *COUPLES COUNSELING *ANXIETY *DEPRESSION *CHILD AND ADOLESCENT ISSUES *SUBSTANCE ABUSE *LOSS/GRIEF *RELATIONSHIP ISSUES *ADJUSTMENT ISSUES *ANGER MANAGEMENT *DIVORCE **I.
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen , I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
(714) 710-1408
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Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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Andrea D Schoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
SPECIALTIES INCLUDE: *COUPLES COUNSELING *ANXIETY *DEPRESSION *CHILD AND ADOLESCENT ISSUES *SUBSTANCE ABUSE *LOSS/GRIEF *RELATIONSHIP ISSUES *ADJUSTMENT ISSUES *ANGER MANAGEMENT *DIVORCE **.
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen , I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
(714) 710-1498
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Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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Alicia Melgoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I work with families with both teenage (ages 15+) and adult children. When working with teens, I take a family therapy approach and involve both the adolescent and the parents. With individuals, I work with adults on issues such as anxiety, past trauma, stress, relationship issues, boundary setting, assertiveness, self-criticism, and overall enhancement of their wellbeing, happiness, and life satisfaction. With couples, I primarily utilize Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy but also pull from other couples therapy modalities such as Gottman.
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Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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Pacific Marriage & Family Therapy Network
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
11 Endorsed
Verified
11 Endorsed
Our wide variety of specialties includes Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Panic Attacks, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Child and Teen Behaviors, Family Issues, Couples, Divorce, Co-parenting, Communication, Dating, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+, Racial/Ethnic Identity, and clinicians who are trained in EMDR, CBT, IFS, ERP, ACT, and Brain Spotting.
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
(424) 246-2494
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Huntington Beach, CA 92646
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Joan David
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My practice focus: child, adolescent & family, all relationships, anger & stress mgmt.
At Clarity Psychological Services, we believe that everyone is an individual so treatment is designed with that in mind. We also feel that therapy should be meaningful to the client and that the client leaves treatment with the tools that they need in order to have quality and balance in their lives.
(714) 593-2355
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Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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Adam Swanson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
It can be so discouraging to feel that you have put everything you have into a relationship and still find yourself unhappy on a daily basis. No matter how many different ways you have tried to approach your loved one, there seems to be no improvement. You have heard the full array of promises, excuses and arguments, and begin to believe it is all your fault at the end of the day. Perhaps you have made attempts to get your spouse into couples therapy, or agonized over whether to make your teen to go to therapy or not. Despite your best efforts, the situation continues to deteriorate, and your wellbeing along with it.
(949) 347-5548
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Huntington Beach, CA 92646
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JoAnn Fitzpatrick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
You may be a parent worried about your teenager , a college student struggling to become independent, or an adult feeling "stuck" or unhappy in life. These are all very familiar experiences that I treat within my private practice. I have been helping adolescents, young adults & their families adapt, grow and thrive for over twenty years. Whether it is helping with the normal growing pains that are present at any age or helping to identify and address more serious issues (chronic mental illness, trauma, addiction, abuse, attachment disruptions/adoption), creating a supportive therapeutic environment to maximize healthy growth is my goal.
(424) 625-2530
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Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Teen Therapists

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.