Working with Teens & College-Aged Kids

Teens  today are experiencing unprecedented stress in day to day activities, school and social pressures.  

As with the effectiveness of therapy for adults, the relationship with the therapist, is the most important aspect of therapy. Their ability to feel seen, safe, comfortable, will determine if they are willing to do the work necessary to get benefits of therapy. 

I have worked with teens (and younger) in various settings and capacities. 

While in undergraduate training, I specialized my training on Child and Family Studies in my Psychology Major. 

After graduation, I worked in an inpatient/residential unit for youth, for several years. 

Since then, I have worked a few years with children and families (including children and teenagers) in their homes,  in schools, in a primary care clinic, and in communities working on behavioral concerns, collaborating with other helping professionals,  

I also worked with kids and teens in a primary care clinic and then in private practice in family, individual, and group settings. 

The age of consent for therapy in Pennsylvania is 14 years old. If you would like more information on what that means, and about rights and responsibilities, and any other questions that you may have about my approach in working with teens, please feel free to request a consultation call to ask questions! 

College is both a privilege and a challenge for teenagers! At 18 years old, barely an adult, a brain that is still developing, and so much new, exciting experiences and expectations, therapy can be a valuable resource for students to clear their heads, to be able to focus on their schoolwork. 

I have worked thousands of hours with college students at a small, liberal arts, private school. I have experience with many concerns common to college students and really enjoy helping them navigate this season of their lives. 

Since I work virtually I can work with college students in Pennsylvania whether they are at home or in school, as long as we are meeting in PA (a licensing requirement!)