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How to Find A Therapist For My Teen

The teenage years are a minefield of social pressures for most people. Academics, peer pressure in the age of social media, and new-found sexuality can create angst and confusion in even the most level-headed child. But if your teen’s struggles seem more profound than the usual challenges—if they are withdrawn, running away, suffering from addiction, violent, or experiencing panic attacks or suicidal ideation—it’s time to get professional help.

You need to find the best therapist for your teen, but how to go about that? Who will be the right fit? Who can truly reach through to your teen, to help them make the transformative change they desperately need?

I Can Help You Find The Right Therapist for Your Teen

I worked for Child Welfare of Boulder County for almost 20 years, first as a social worker for abused and neglected children, teens and their families, then as the supervisor of a team of social workers across Boulder County. We worked closely and collaboratively with a variety of different therapists, attorneys, guardian ad litems, judges, probation officers, residential care facilities, and schools.

I have worked with hundreds of troubled teens over the years, many with serious mental health and/or drug related issues. I developed a real understanding of who could best help each child based on their unique personality and set of needs. Over and over again, I witnessed how the right therapist would dramatically improve a teen’s functioning. I found that a good match didn’t just make a difference. It was transformative.

You can call me now for a 15-minute consultation, free of charge, at 720-514-9098.

Teen Counseling Can Help

It’s time to seek professional help if your teen is exhibiting any of the following:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Mood swings
  • Truancy
  • Drug or alcohol dependency
  • Body image issues
  • Low self-esteem
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Sexual identity issues
  • Talk of suicide
  • Suicide attempts
  • Self-harm
  • Compulsive disorders
  • Existential questioning that becomes crippling

I Am Not A Directory

I am here to personally help you. Align With A Therapist is not a directory—there are plenty of those websites out there, and therapists pay the directory for their listing. By contrast, the therapists in my network do not pay me to be a member. I am doing this because I truly believe my personal experience with hundreds of therapists in Boulder County can help you find exactly the right therapist for your child, saving you money and valuable time. You can call me for a free 15-minute consultation at 720-514-9098. If you are not able to reach me immediately please leave me a message and I will return your call. Or please contact me via email, suzy@alignwithatherapist.com.

Navigating the complex task of choosing the right therapist for your teenager can be daunting. It is not uncommon for people to go from one therapist to the next for months in a quest to find the right one. This can be expensive, time-consuming, confusing and frustrating for you and your teen, who may reject the entire process in the first place. Indeed, with some teens who are particularly recalcitrant, as a parent you may have only one shot to convince your teen that therapy can help them. I can quickly steer you to just the right professional, alleviating needless frustration in your family.

Common Questions About Therapy For Teenagers

Here a few questions you may have, among others:

  • Can I be assured the therapist is highly experienced in helping resolve my teenager’s particular issues?
  • Can I find a good therapist near me?
  • What are the fees? Is there any sliding scale?
  • Does the therapist accept insurance?
  • Does my teen need a counselor, a therapist or a psychologist? What’s the difference?
  • I’m confused about modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychoanalysis, and EMDR, among other terms. Which one, if any, should I pursue on my teen’s behalf?
  • How can I tell if my teen in fact requires a psychiatrist?
  • Will my teen be given a diagnosis?
  • Will my teen be prescribed medication?

I can help answer your questions, and put your mind at ease that you are making the right choice.

It is possible to put an end to your child’s suffering. When you are ready to take that step, contact me for a free consultation. You will find more than a sympathetic ear and understanding—you will find a trustworthy guide with decades of experience to steer you through this critical juncture.