Therapists for Teens in Boston, MA
If your child or teen is struggling with low mood, anxiety, or stress, you're looking for a caring, skilled clinician who can help.
I specialize in assessing and treating children and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, and adjustment to difficult circumstances and/or trauma. I also have expertise in working with LGBTQ+ youth. Outside of private practice, I am an Attending Psychologist at Boston Children's Hospital and an Instructor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School.
If your child or teen is struggling with low mood, anxiety, or stress, you're looking for a caring, skilled clinician who can help.
I specialize in assessing and treating children and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, and adjustment to difficult circumstances and/or trauma. I also have expertise in working with LGBTQ+ youth. Outside of private practice, I am an Attending Psychologist at Boston Children's Hospital and an Instructor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
A teenager still living as a dependent in a system will inevitably be affected by that system.
You, like all people, create narratives about yourself, others, and the world, and your psychology is made up of the stories you tell yourself. These stories provide you with maps for how to navigate relationships, both with others and with the many parts of yourself. Whether you have found yourself here on your own, or at the urging of a partner, friend, or family member, it is likely that at least one of the maps you’ve created isn't working anymore. Moving through the world with an outdated, limiting, or incomplete map might manifest as feeling anxious or depressed, interpersonal conflicts, unhelpful anger, etc.
A teenager still living as a dependent in a system will inevitably be affected by that system.
You, like all people, create narratives about yourself, others, and the world, and your psychology is made up of the stories you tell yourself. These stories provide you with maps for how to navigate relationships, both with others and with the many parts of yourself. Whether you have found yourself here on your own, or at the urging of a partner, friend, or family member, it is likely that at least one of the maps you’ve created isn't working anymore. Moving through the world with an outdated, limiting, or incomplete map might manifest as feeling anxious or depressed, interpersonal conflicts, unhelpful anger, etc.
My ideal client is a young adult or adolescent struggling with cultural issues and LGBTQI+ issues.
I have worked as a social worker for 20 years helping individuals and families dealing with anxiety, stress, childhood trauma, abuse and neglect concerns, divorce, relationship issues, disabilities, racial and cultural identity issues, LGBTQI+ identity, women’s issues, self-esteem, and adoption concerns. I have experience in behavioral health settings, child welfare, and substance abuse treatment.
My ideal client is a young adult or adolescent struggling with cultural issues and LGBTQI+ issues.
I have worked as a social worker for 20 years helping individuals and families dealing with anxiety, stress, childhood trauma, abuse and neglect concerns, divorce, relationship issues, disabilities, racial and cultural identity issues, LGBTQI+ identity, women’s issues, self-esteem, and adoption concerns. I have experience in behavioral health settings, child welfare, and substance abuse treatment.
, I service ALL clients; and specialize in anxiety, depression, adolescent and adulthood transitions.
You are not alone. Life is full of ups and downs, with many challenges. Each transition can bring stress, anxiety, fear, insecurities, and negative emotions. Together we can embark on YOUR journey of self-discovery, by building daily skills around empathy, self compassion building healthy relationships.
, I service ALL clients; and specialize in anxiety, depression, adolescent and adulthood transitions.
You are not alone. Life is full of ups and downs, with many challenges. Each transition can bring stress, anxiety, fear, insecurities, and negative emotions. Together we can embark on YOUR journey of self-discovery, by building daily skills around empathy, self compassion building healthy relationships.
I strive to make sessions fun and engaging while also therapeutic and intentional. If you or your teenager is struggling with self esteem, acting out, feeling hopeless or overwhelmed, or working through a traumatic experience, I am here to help you find your way, recognize your strength, and walk alongside you for the journey. I specialize in working with clients struggling with trauma, adhd, and anxiety. Nuerodivergent & LGBTQ+ clients welcome.
I strive to make sessions fun and engaging while also therapeutic and intentional. If you or your teenager is struggling with self esteem, acting out, feeling hopeless or overwhelmed, or working through a traumatic experience, I am here to help you find your way, recognize your strength, and walk alongside you for the journey. I specialize in working with clients struggling with trauma, adhd, and anxiety. Nuerodivergent & LGBTQ+ clients welcome.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
David LaBranche| Adolescent Mental Health Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Boston, MA 02125
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
David LaBranche| Adolescent Mental Health Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Boston, MA 02114
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
I work well with clients from pre- teen age through senior age embracing various struggles clients are living with such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hello, my name is Carolann and I am looking forward to working with you! As human beings, we experience peaks and valleys within our lives that may result in various experiences and feelings. When things are going well, we can feel happy, content, thankful, and even elated. When things are not going well, we can feel down, sad, overwhelmed, and alone. We all deserve to live with the most happiness possible within our lives, but life often brings with it enormous unwanted challenges that result in bringing us down. If you are not feeling emotionally/mentally well as you desire, I am here to help you!
I work well with clients from pre- teen age through senior age embracing various struggles clients are living with such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hello, my name is Carolann and I am looking forward to working with you! As human beings, we experience peaks and valleys within our lives that may result in various experiences and feelings. When things are going well, we can feel happy, content, thankful, and even elated. When things are not going well, we can feel down, sad, overwhelmed, and alone. We all deserve to live with the most happiness possible within our lives, but life often brings with it enormous unwanted challenges that result in bringing us down. If you are not feeling emotionally/mentally well as you desire, I am here to help you!
Cassandre Francois | Adolescent Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Boston, MA 02108
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor, CPI Certification (Crisis Prevention & Intervention), CANS Certified (Child & Adolescent Needs and Strengths)
My ideal client is someone who actively engages in our 60-minute sessions, is open to exploring new approaches, and is committed to their progress. They understand that therapy is a journey of growth, not perfection, and they are patient with the process. I value clients who maintain open communication, feel comfortable sharing their struggles, and know that they will be met with understanding and without judgment.
Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor, CPI Certification (Crisis Prevention & Intervention), CANS Certified (Child & Adolescent Needs and Strengths)
My ideal client is someone who actively engages in our 60-minute sessions, is open to exploring new approaches, and is committed to their progress. They understand that therapy is a journey of growth, not perfection, and they are patient with the process. I value clients who maintain open communication, feel comfortable sharing their struggles, and know that they will be met with understanding and without judgment.
In addition to child and adolescent therapy, I offer family therapy and marriage counseling.
Hi, I’m Dr. Beverly Benoit, and I’m dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and families navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and break cycles of generational trauma. With experience supporting individuals from age 4 through adulthood, I offer a trauma-informed, developmentally sensitive space where young clients can explore their emotions, strengthen their sense of self, and thrive.
In addition to child and adolescent therapy, I offer family therapy and marriage counseling.
Hi, I’m Dr. Beverly Benoit, and I’m dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and families navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and break cycles of generational trauma. With experience supporting individuals from age 4 through adulthood, I offer a trauma-informed, developmentally sensitive space where young clients can explore their emotions, strengthen their sense of self, and thrive.
Cassandre Francois | Adolescent Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Boston, MA 02125
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are.
In our work together, I provide a safe, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly and learn healthy coping strategies. Therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to help your child gain insight, manage difficult emotions, and develop tools for long-term emotional health.
Or do you, your teen, or your college-aged child struggle to make sense of your emotions or feel like emotions (or running from emotions) drive your decisions?
I am intensively trained in DBT, CBT, and exposure based treatments for anxiety and trauma. I have a passion for working with teens, young adults, and adults who struggle with anxiety spectrum disorders (including OCD), perfectionism, SI, self-injurious behavior, substance use, depression, relationship difficulties, and who want to build a life worth living.
Or do you, your teen, or your college-aged child struggle to make sense of your emotions or feel like emotions (or running from emotions) drive your decisions?
I am intensively trained in DBT, CBT, and exposure based treatments for anxiety and trauma. I have a passion for working with teens, young adults, and adults who struggle with anxiety spectrum disorders (including OCD), perfectionism, SI, self-injurious behavior, substance use, depression, relationship difficulties, and who want to build a life worth living.
I offer individual and couples tele-therapy and child and adolescent counseling with specialities delivering LGBTQIA2S Affirmative therapy to Black, Latinx and immigrant communities.
Embracing Healing Justice (HJ) is a transformative journey towards dismantling the oppressive structures that affect our mental well-being. This framework, intricately woven with threads of racial, disability, and economic justice, empowers us to interrupt the chains of systemic oppression. My commitment lies in championing vulnerable populations, employing a person-centered, holistic and solution-focused approach. I support my clients in navigating the intricate tapestry of social identities to foster healing, resilience and transformative change.
I offer individual and couples tele-therapy and child and adolescent counseling with specialities delivering LGBTQIA2S Affirmative therapy to Black, Latinx and immigrant communities.
Embracing Healing Justice (HJ) is a transformative journey towards dismantling the oppressive structures that affect our mental well-being. This framework, intricately woven with threads of racial, disability, and economic justice, empowers us to interrupt the chains of systemic oppression. My commitment lies in championing vulnerable populations, employing a person-centered, holistic and solution-focused approach. I support my clients in navigating the intricate tapestry of social identities to foster healing, resilience and transformative change.
I have been working as a Mental Health Counselor since 2012 in a variety of capacities from crisis intervention, residential programs, teen parent program, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and in the outpatient setting.
In our first appointment expect a brief introduction. We will explore what brought you to therapy in the first place and what some of your goals are. It is okay to be nervous and you don’t have to share everything. This is a collaborative process. Ask questions and don’t be afraid to ask for clarification if there is something you don’t understand.
I have been working as a Mental Health Counselor since 2012 in a variety of capacities from crisis intervention, residential programs, teen parent program, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and in the outpatient setting.
In our first appointment expect a brief introduction. We will explore what brought you to therapy in the first place and what some of your goals are. It is okay to be nervous and you don’t have to share everything. This is a collaborative process. Ask questions and don’t be afraid to ask for clarification if there is something you don’t understand.
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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.