Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Charlestown, MA
Life can feel overwhelming at times — like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel with no way out. If you’ve been wondering whether therapy can really help, you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place.
Our goal in therapy is to help individuals navigate life’s challenges, heal from past trauma, and develop practical skills to reduce emotional pain and regain a sense of balance and control.
While we may not get to choose how our story begins, we do have the ability to shape where it goes from here. Life can be really amazing!
Reach out today — we’d be honored to support you on your journey.
Life can feel overwhelming at times — like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel with no way out. If you’ve been wondering whether therapy can really help, you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place.
Our goal in therapy is to help individuals navigate life’s challenges, heal from past trauma, and develop practical skills to reduce emotional pain and regain a sense of balance and control.
While we may not get to choose how our story begins, we do have the ability to shape where it goes from here. Life can be really amazing!
Reach out today — we’d be honored to support you on your journey.
As a person-centered, relationship-based therapist I believe that we are all on a journey towards being our best selves. However, there are times on that journey when we need a little support. Therapy is a time for self-exploration, reflection and care. My approach is strengths-based and solution-focused, utilizing the philosophies and tools of the major psychological approaches.
As a person-centered, relationship-based therapist I believe that we are all on a journey towards being our best selves. However, there are times on that journey when we need a little support. Therapy is a time for self-exploration, reflection and care. My approach is strengths-based and solution-focused, utilizing the philosophies and tools of the major psychological approaches.
I am an Associate Professor of Harvard Medical School and I study psychological growth, posttraumatic stress, and depression. My clinical work is inspired by my research. Generally speaking, my work begins in a humanistic-existential orientation. I believe in the client's potential for growth. When I enter a treatment, I listen to the individual, relational, and cultural narratives I am told; to the layers in each narrative; to my own reactions. I focus on feelings, unfulfilled desires, maladaptive defenses, and unsatisfying means of relatedness with past and present others - all of which generate anxiety.
I am an Associate Professor of Harvard Medical School and I study psychological growth, posttraumatic stress, and depression. My clinical work is inspired by my research. Generally speaking, my work begins in a humanistic-existential orientation. I believe in the client's potential for growth. When I enter a treatment, I listen to the individual, relational, and cultural narratives I am told; to the layers in each narrative; to my own reactions. I focus on feelings, unfulfilled desires, maladaptive defenses, and unsatisfying means of relatedness with past and present others - all of which generate anxiety.
Feeling stuck? Do you often feel like your mind is constantly racing, or that you're carrying an invisible weight of stress and self-doubt? Have you been through something deeply traumatic or emotionally painful? You might know that you "should" feel okay, but your mind and body remain on high alert—leaving you tired, anxious, or feeling disconnected from yourself and others.
I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
Feeling stuck? Do you often feel like your mind is constantly racing, or that you're carrying an invisible weight of stress and self-doubt? Have you been through something deeply traumatic or emotionally painful? You might know that you "should" feel okay, but your mind and body remain on high alert—leaving you tired, anxious, or feeling disconnected from yourself and others.
I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
Julia Cadena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Charlestown, MA 02129
Waitlist for new clients
I’m an LICSW with 9 years of experience in mental health care. I work with clients 15 and up from all backgrounds and identities. I specialize in eating disorders, substance use, OCD, neurodivergence, and co-occurring diagnoses. I’ve worked with clients who experience trauma, complex trauma, disability, and chronic illness. I also focus on LGBTQ+ and cultural contexts. I use a mix of modalities tailored to each person’s needs and areas of concern. My approach is affirming, strengths-based, and autonomy-focused. I believe in helping clients regain a sense of empowerment in achieving their goals.
I’m an LICSW with 9 years of experience in mental health care. I work with clients 15 and up from all backgrounds and identities. I specialize in eating disorders, substance use, OCD, neurodivergence, and co-occurring diagnoses. I’ve worked with clients who experience trauma, complex trauma, disability, and chronic illness. I also focus on LGBTQ+ and cultural contexts. I use a mix of modalities tailored to each person’s needs and areas of concern. My approach is affirming, strengths-based, and autonomy-focused. I believe in helping clients regain a sense of empowerment in achieving their goals.
Creating a comfortable, supportive space is at the heart of what I do as a therapist. I specialize in guiding young adults and professionals through life's twists and turns. Particularly when it comes to relationships with others and themselves. I'm a strong believer of integrating mind and body to help my clients embark on their journey of self-discovery and healing. Together, we can tackle those everyday stressors that can pile up and weigh us down. I'm here to empower you to find that sweet spot where work, relationships, and personal well-being align harmoniously.
Creating a comfortable, supportive space is at the heart of what I do as a therapist. I specialize in guiding young adults and professionals through life's twists and turns. Particularly when it comes to relationships with others and themselves. I'm a strong believer of integrating mind and body to help my clients embark on their journey of self-discovery and healing. Together, we can tackle those everyday stressors that can pile up and weigh us down. I'm here to empower you to find that sweet spot where work, relationships, and personal well-being align harmoniously.
Navigating your 20s, college life, or your first "real" job can feel like a constant balancing act. If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with self-esteem, or finding it hard to manage the intense emotions that come with big life transitions, you don’t have to do it alone. I provide a supportive space specifically for college students and young adults to slow down and find their footing. Together, we will identify the patterns holding you back and build the resilience you need to feel more in control of your journey.
Navigating your 20s, college life, or your first "real" job can feel like a constant balancing act. If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with self-esteem, or finding it hard to manage the intense emotions that come with big life transitions, you don’t have to do it alone. I provide a supportive space specifically for college students and young adults to slow down and find their footing. Together, we will identify the patterns holding you back and build the resilience you need to feel more in control of your journey.
I am currently accepting young adults, adolescents, and children.
I pull from several therapeutic approaches, and tailor my approach to each individual and/or family. Some of the approaches that I pull from include Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and for youth, Play Therapy.
I am currently accepting young adults, adolescents, and children.
I pull from several therapeutic approaches, and tailor my approach to each individual and/or family. Some of the approaches that I pull from include Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and for youth, Play Therapy.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work. I provide therapy to individuals and families to help overcome life stressors. My goal in therapy is to help you gain new skills to navigate current challenges, past trauma, and develop more healthy relationship patterns moving forward.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work. I provide therapy to individuals and families to help overcome life stressors. My goal in therapy is to help you gain new skills to navigate current challenges, past trauma, and develop more healthy relationship patterns moving forward.
Certified in Child and Adolescent Trauma Focus/ ARC Framework and practice from a narrative worldview with a mindfulness, culturally sensitive, trauma informed lens.
I support individuals in navigating "the tides" of their lives. My areas of work have included but are not limited to struggles around anxiety, depression, identity concerns, self-esteem issues, trauma, life transitions, relational issues, and daily stressors. I use an eclectic approach, drawing from various practices such as relational therapy, narrative therapy, client-centered therapy, attachment theory, some features of DBT & CBT, psychodynamic framework, and I approach therapy through a mindfulness, justice-orientated, culturally sensitive, queer-affirmative and a trauma informed lens.
Certified in Child and Adolescent Trauma Focus/ ARC Framework and practice from a narrative worldview with a mindfulness, culturally sensitive, trauma informed lens.
I support individuals in navigating "the tides" of their lives. My areas of work have included but are not limited to struggles around anxiety, depression, identity concerns, self-esteem issues, trauma, life transitions, relational issues, and daily stressors. I use an eclectic approach, drawing from various practices such as relational therapy, narrative therapy, client-centered therapy, attachment theory, some features of DBT & CBT, psychodynamic framework, and I approach therapy through a mindfulness, justice-orientated, culturally sensitive, queer-affirmative and a trauma informed lens.
I believe our experiences shape us and that each client is unique. There is no "one size fits all" approach to treatment, which is why I draw on humanistic, relational, and feminist theory to inform my work.
I believe our experiences shape us and that each client is unique. There is no "one size fits all" approach to treatment, which is why I draw on humanistic, relational, and feminist theory to inform my work.
Hi, I’m Rebecca Winfrey, LICSW, and I bring over 12 years of experience supporting Black women, young adults, and children. My work is grounded in creating a safe and brave space where you can show up as your true, authentic self, without judgment, pressure, or the need to have it all together.
Hi, I’m Rebecca Winfrey, LICSW, and I bring over 12 years of experience supporting Black women, young adults, and children. My work is grounded in creating a safe and brave space where you can show up as your true, authentic self, without judgment, pressure, or the need to have it all together.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Massachusetts and Colorado, who has over 10 years of experience providing individual therapy and family therapy to children, adults, and families from all walks of life. I have experience working with individuals who live with anxiety, depression, trauma-related stressors, and interpersonal conflict.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Massachusetts and Colorado, who has over 10 years of experience providing individual therapy and family therapy to children, adults, and families from all walks of life. I have experience working with individuals who live with anxiety, depression, trauma-related stressors, and interpersonal conflict.
Accepting clients virtually in Oregon & Massachusetts.
You've done the therapy. Read the books. You know your patterns, so why are you still stuck in them? You're the one who handles everything. The one nobody checks on because they assume you're fine. But underneath that, your brain won't stop and your body won't let you forget it. You're always scanning, always anticipating, always one step ahead so nothing falls apart.
That's not anxiety. That's armor. And it's exhausting.
I work with women who are done performing for their own life. If you're ready to stop surviving and actually feel like yourself again, let's talk!
Accepting clients virtually in Oregon & Massachusetts.
You've done the therapy. Read the books. You know your patterns, so why are you still stuck in them? You're the one who handles everything. The one nobody checks on because they assume you're fine. But underneath that, your brain won't stop and your body won't let you forget it. You're always scanning, always anticipating, always one step ahead so nothing falls apart.
That's not anxiety. That's armor. And it's exhausting.
I work with women who are done performing for their own life. If you're ready to stop surviving and actually feel like yourself again, let's talk!
I am a passionate, solutions-focused therapist who seeks to look at every client through a holistic lens. I have worked in outpatient and hospital settings along with completing dozens of trainings over the past 8 years which gives me a well rounded host of experiences to pull from. You will always feel empowered in my sessions as I work to help you build off strengths rather than focus on deficits.
I am a passionate, solutions-focused therapist who seeks to look at every client through a holistic lens. I have worked in outpatient and hospital settings along with completing dozens of trainings over the past 8 years which gives me a well rounded host of experiences to pull from. You will always feel empowered in my sessions as I work to help you build off strengths rather than focus on deficits.
I am a psychologist with over 30 years experience in the use of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) within a CBT approach to anxiety disorders. My clinical work focuses panic attacks; phobias of public speaking, social situations and flying; and OCD. I serve on the faculties of the Harvard Medical School and William James College, and am a psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital.
I am a psychologist with over 30 years experience in the use of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) within a CBT approach to anxiety disorders. My clinical work focuses panic attacks; phobias of public speaking, social situations and flying; and OCD. I serve on the faculties of the Harvard Medical School and William James College, and am a psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital.
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I’m a clinical social worker providing therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating autism, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, dual diagnosis, grief, and major life transitions.
I work with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, autism spectrum disorder, grief and loss, dual diagnosis, and challenges related to aging and life transitions.
Many clients are navigating emotional regulation difficulties, communication differences, or adjusting to changes in functioning, identity, or independence.
I’m a clinical social worker providing therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating autism, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, dual diagnosis, grief, and major life transitions.
I work with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, autism spectrum disorder, grief and loss, dual diagnosis, and challenges related to aging and life transitions.
Many clients are navigating emotional regulation difficulties, communication differences, or adjusting to changes in functioning, identity, or independence.
Appointments within 48 hours! At Lifebulb, we’re committed to delivering meaningful results. We know that exceptional care comes from clinicians who are not only skilled but deeply engaged in their work. That’s why we built an organization designed around therapist satisfaction and clinical excellence. Our licensed, highly educated providers deliver top-tier therapy—in person or through telehealth—and we’re confident we can help you achieve your goals.
Appointments within 48 hours! At Lifebulb, we’re committed to delivering meaningful results. We know that exceptional care comes from clinicians who are not only skilled but deeply engaged in their work. That’s why we built an organization designed around therapist satisfaction and clinical excellence. Our licensed, highly educated providers deliver top-tier therapy—in person or through telehealth—and we’re confident we can help you achieve your goals.
My approach is based on a strong foundation in psychodynamic psychotherapy, and is further augmented by more pragmatic approaches. I aim to help individuals set out on a path toward progress illuminated by insight while armed with practical tools. I help individuals identify how they tend to perceive themselves and others, manage their feelings, and cope with problems--and appreciate how their early life experiences may have shaped these tendencies. Understanding the origin and function of a person's pattern of difficulties promotes a sense of compassion for how they came by these problems, and helps them consolidate motivation to make necessary changes.
My approach is based on a strong foundation in psychodynamic psychotherapy, and is further augmented by more pragmatic approaches. I aim to help individuals set out on a path toward progress illuminated by insight while armed with practical tools. I help individuals identify how they tend to perceive themselves and others, manage their feelings, and cope with problems--and appreciate how their early life experiences may have shaped these tendencies. Understanding the origin and function of a person's pattern of difficulties promotes a sense of compassion for how they came by these problems, and helps them consolidate motivation to make necessary changes.
Whether a child is having difficulty managing emotions, a teen feels overwhelmed by school or social pressure, or an adult is navigating life stressors, I offer a supportive and engaging space where they can feel heard and understood.
I have experience working with children and adults. I specialize in supporting through challenges related to anxiety, motivation, guidance, behavior, natural social stressors, and emotional regulation. My therapeutic approach blends evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and play-based or creative interventions tailored to each individual’s developmental needs.
Whether a child is having difficulty managing emotions, a teen feels overwhelmed by school or social pressure, or an adult is navigating life stressors, I offer a supportive and engaging space where they can feel heard and understood.
I have experience working with children and adults. I specialize in supporting through challenges related to anxiety, motivation, guidance, behavior, natural social stressors, and emotional regulation. My therapeutic approach blends evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and play-based or creative interventions tailored to each individual’s developmental needs.
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent 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.