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Tatyana Maizel

Pathways Family and Community Services

LCPC, LPC

Licensed In:
Nevada, Virginia
“I work with adults 18+, individuals, and couples, with a special focus on supporting folks who are navigating complex or relational trauma (C-PTSD). My work is grounded in a person-centered approach and guided by EMDR. I am also trained in KA-EMDR® through the Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy Institute”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Depression · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Bethany Friedman

BraveFull Psychology

PSYD, CEDS

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Do thoughts about food, your body, or your worth consume you, leaving you exhausted and uncertain about what comes next? Are you just trying to stay afloat while everyone else seems to have it figured out? Are your emotions so intense that it feels like you might burst from the pain, and you feel desperate for a way out, or do you work hard to keep them locked up tightly? Do you hold on to old experiences or painful memories that make you feel stuck, even when you want to move forward? If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. With expert support, you can recover from eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-harm, and trauma.”
Services:
Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Body Dysmorphia · Depression · Eating Disorders · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Coley Woodward

Psyberspace Center for Psychedelic Therapy

LPCC, LPC, LMHC

Licensed In:
California, Georgia, New Jersey, New York
“You've done the work. Read the books. Tried the breathing. Sat in years of therapy. And still — something feels stuck. I work with people just like you. High-achievers who look fine on paper but feel exhausted underneath. Entrepreneurs carrying invisible weight. Parents running on empty. Veterans and first responders running from memories they can't outrun. Couples caught in the same fight for the tenth year. You're not broken. You're burned out, traumatized, or stuck in patterns that won't budge — and traditional approaches haven't touched the root. If you've been told you're "too much" or "not enough," I see you. If you're ready for something deeper than talk — EMDR, KAP, somatic work — let's talk.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anger Management · Anxiety · Behavioral Issues · Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) · Depression · Eating Disorders · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Perfectionism · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD
Rachel Rosales

Padera Therapy & Wellness

LPC, EMDR, MA

Licensed In:
Illinois, Wyoming
“I enjoy working with trauma and complex trauma survivors, neurodiverse clients, and clients with psychotic disorders. I am committed to providing person-centered, diversity-affirming care where clients feel safe, supported, and empowered to explore their experiences. My passion lies in helping individuals heal from trauma, complex trauma, and intergenerational trauma, reclaiming their voice and building the life they want to live.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Autism · Bipolar Disorder · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Divorce · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Personality Disorders · Phobias · Psychosis · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Substance Use · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Rachel Weinstock

Salt River Counseling

LCSW

Licensed In:
Arizona
“I work with adolescents, adults, parents, and families facing anxiety, trauma, depression, chronic pain, relationship struggles, parenting stress, and major life transitions. Many come feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. I especially enjoy supporting individuals and families transitioning home after inpatient or residential treatment, as well as parents seeking help with regulation, behavior, and connection. At Salt River Counseling, we meet you where you are and work collaboratively to create practical, lasting change.”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Adoption · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · Faith-Based Care · Grief · Life Transitions · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Spirituality · Substance Use · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Zach Dodd

LPC

Licensed In:
Oklahoma, Texas
“Adolescents, Teens, Adults Individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, men’s health issues”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Brittany Klipstein

ANCHOR POINT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

LCSW, PMH-C

Licensed In:
Connecticut, New Jersey
“I work with thoughtful, high-functioning adults who are navigating seasons of transition, overwhelm, or emotional exhaustion. Many of my clients are professionals, caregivers, or parents who are used to holding a great deal for others while quietly struggling themselves. I have particular expertise supporting women during the perinatal and postpartum period, individuals processing complex trauma or grief, and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, and identity shifts that often accompany major life changes. My clients are often insightful and self-aware, yet feel stuck in patterns of perfectionism, people-pleasing, chronic stress, or burnout. They may appear “put together” on the outside while internally feeling unanchored, depleted, or unsure of their direction. Together, we create a thoughtful, grounded space to slow down, deepen self-understanding, and reconnect with a steadier sense of s”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Burnout · Depression · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Women’s Mental Health
Beth F. Mahler

Beth Mahler, LCSW Indiv, Marital & Family Therapy

LCSW

Licensed In:
New Jersey
“Medium to High Functioning Wellness Warriors, Anxiety, Cancer and Chronic illness, Grief & Loss, Life Transitions, Abrupt changes to the Family System, mobilizing and reregulating human beings when life's uncertainties have offset their rhythm or formerly regulated coping strategies.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Career Counseling · Chronic Pain and Illness · Divorce · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment
Gwen Child

Ember Psychotherapy Collective

LICSW

Licensed In:
Colorado, Massachusetts
“As a therapist, I specialize in supporting young adults and couples as they navigate life’s transitions, relationships, and challenges. My client-centered approach explores root causes while building practical coping skills for daily life. Using a trauma-informed lens, I integrate yoga-based mindfulness and somatic practices to support nervous system regulation and deeper healing. Psychodynamic and narrative therapy help us understand how your worldview was shaped and how it influences your present. We may also incorporate IFS based parts work to gently explore and understand the different parts of your inner experience. With training in the Gottman Method, I help couples strengthen communication, connection, and trust. Together we focus on deepening friendship while managing the practical demands of partnership. You’ll learn tools for healthy conflict resolution and collaboration, remembering you are on the same team.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Career Counseling · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · Grief · Life Transitions · Mood Disorders · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD
Rachel Gurevich

Summit & Sky Therapy, LLC

LCSW

Licensed In:
Colorado
“Hi there! I'm Rachel, and I specialize in supporting children, teens and young adults who are navigating mood and anxiety, identity, OCD and eating disorders. I recognize that healing does not take place in a vacuum, and I believe family or community engagement is a critical part of facilitating meaningful change for an individual. In addition to individual work, I often meet with the parents or caregivers of young people to promote growth and healing within the family system. You and your loved ones deserve a nonjudgmental space where you can show up fully, explore your identity, strengths and challenges, and above all, be seen and validated.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Eating Disorders · Gender Identity · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Suicidal Ideation
Licensed In:
Rhode Island
“Taylor specializes in evidence-based, compassionate, and goal oriented care for individuals of all ages experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, and neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, ASD).”
Services:
Child Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Adoption · Anger Management · Anxiety · Autism · Behavioral Issues · Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) · Burnout · Career Counseling · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Disability · Divorce · Domestic Abuse · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Executive Coaching · Gender Identity · Grief · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Perfectionism · Phobias · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Substance Use · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Reena Becerra, Ph.D.

Bee Well Psychological Services

Ph.D.

Licensed In:
California
“I work with survivors of trauma, intimate partner and domestic violence who want to live free of toxic and abusive environments, embrace their power and find their identity and increase self worth and self love. I also work with high achievers, such as college students, executives and CEO's who want to let go of barriers holding them back. I also help teens and kids navigate through child and adolescent-hood. I also work with parents to understand developmental changes affecting their kids, which impact mental health and work to improve parenting and communication.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Burnout · Depression · Domestic Abuse · Grief · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health

About Teen Therapy

Online teen therapy gives adolescents a private, supportive space to talk with a licensed mental health provider through secure video sessions. It can help teens work through anxiety, depression, school pressure, identity questions, relationship stress, family conflict, life transitions, and the emotional changes that often come with adolescence.

Therapy Expanded helps families compare online therapists who work with teens by location, specialties, therapy approach, insurance, and availability. Depending on the teen’s age, goals, and safety needs, therapy may include one-on-one sessions, parent or caregiver check-ins, or support around communication at home. Looking for therapy for a younger child? Browse child therapy. If family conflict, communication patterns, or household stress are central concerns, family therapy or parenting therapy may also be helpful.

What to Know About Online Teen Therapy

Online teen therapy is mental health support delivered through secure telehealth platforms for teenagers and adolescents. It gives teens access to care from home while making therapy easier to fit around school, activities, family schedules, and everyday life.

Therapy for teens often looks different from therapy for younger children or adults. Adolescence can be a time of intense emotional change, social pressure, academic stress, identity development, growing independence, and shifting family dynamics. A strong teen therapist knows how to meet teens in a way that feels respectful, age-appropriate, and relevant to what they are actually dealing with.

Online teen therapy may help with anxiety, depression, school pressure, low self-esteem, friendship struggles, family conflict, grief, trauma, emotional regulation, identity exploration, and major life transitions. Some teens start therapy because they feel overwhelmed, shut down, angry, lonely, or stuck. Others want support with motivation, confidence, relationships, or coping with the day-to-day pressure of being a teenager.

For many families, virtual teen therapy makes support more accessible. It can reduce travel time, open up access to providers outside the local area, and make after-school or evening appointments more manageable. At the same time, online therapy is not the right fit for every teen or every situation. Some teens do better in person, and immediate safety concerns or more severe mental health needs may call for a different level of care.

It is also important to know that parents or caregivers are often part of the process, but teen therapy still needs room for privacy. A thoughtful provider will usually balance caregiver involvement with the teen’s need for a confidential space to speak honestly, while also making clear how safety concerns are handled.

How Does Online Teen Therapy Work?

Starting online therapy for teens begins with finding a provider who offers telehealth and works specifically with adolescents. Many provider profiles list the age groups they serve, their specialties, therapy style, insurance information, fees, and availability so families can compare options before reaching out.

Once you book, there is usually an intake process where the parent, caregiver, teen, or some combination of all three shares background information, current concerns, and goals for therapy. Some therapists begin with a caregiver consultation. Others include the teen in the first session right away. The structure often depends on the therapist’s style and the teen’s age.

During sessions, teens usually meet with the therapist by secure video from a private space at home. Sessions may focus on emotions, relationships, school stress, family dynamics, coping tools, identity, motivation, or patterns that feel hard to change. Some therapists are more conversational and reflective, while others are more structured and skills-based.

As therapy continues, sessions often happen weekly or biweekly. Parents or caregivers may have periodic check-ins with the therapist, especially when support at home is an important part of treatment. At the same time, most teen therapists try to protect enough privacy so the teen can build trust and speak openly. Like in-person care, online teen therapy works best when there is consistency, honesty, and a provider who feels like a good fit.

How to Find the Right Online Provider for Teen Therapy

Finding the right online teen therapist starts with experience. Make sure the provider works specifically with teens and adolescents, not only with younger children or adults. Teen therapy comes with its own relational style, privacy concerns, and developmental needs, so it helps to choose someone who understands that stage of life.

Next, look for a provider whose specialties match what your teen needs support with. Some teen therapists focus on anxiety, depression, school stress, and emotional regulation. Others specialize in trauma, family conflict, identity-related concerns, self-esteem, grief, social struggles, or motivation. The closer the fit, the more relevant the support is likely to feel.

It also helps to pay attention to the therapist’s style. Some teen therapists are warm and conversational. Others are more direct, structured, or skills-focused. Some involve parents more actively, while others keep caregiver communication more limited outside of check-ins. Reading a provider’s profile can help you get a sense of whether their approach feels like a fit for both your teen and your family.

Practical fit matters too. Look at session cost, insurance acceptance, scheduling options, cancellation policies, and how communication with parents is handled. Because teens are more likely to stay engaged when therapy feels manageable and respectful, logistics can make a big difference.

When available, a consultation can be especially useful. Ask what online teen therapy with them usually looks like, how they involve caregivers, how they handle privacy, and what concerns they most often treat. The right provider should feel experienced, approachable, and able to create a space where the teen feels safe and understood. Therapy Expanded makes that search easier by helping families compare online teen therapists by specialty, insurance, availability, and telehealth fit.

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Online Teen Therapy FAQs

What is online therapy for teens?

Online therapy for teens is counseling for adolescents delivered remotely through telehealth, usually by video. It gives teens a space to work with a licensed mental health provider on emotional, behavioral, social, or family-related concerns.

What can online teen therapy help with?

Online teen therapy may help with anxiety, depression, school stress, friendship issues, family conflict, self-esteem, grief, trauma, emotional regulation, identity exploration, and life transitions. It can also support teens who feel overwhelmed, withdrawn, unmotivated, or stuck.

Is online therapy effective for teens?

For many teens, yes. Online therapy can be an effective way to build coping skills, process emotions, and get meaningful support. The best fit depends on the teen’s comfort with the format, the home environment, the provider’s style, and the concerns being addressed.

What does an online teen therapy session look like?

Many online teen therapy sessions look similar to traditional talk therapy. A teen may talk with the therapist about stress, relationships, emotions, family dynamics, or things happening at school. Some therapists also use worksheets, coping tools, skill-building exercises, or structured activities depending on the teen’s needs.

How involved are parents or caregivers in teen therapy?

That depends on the teen’s age, goals, and the therapist’s approach. Many providers include parents or caregivers through intake sessions and occasional check-ins while still giving the teen private space to talk openly. A good therapist will usually explain clearly how parent involvement works from the beginning.

Will my teen have privacy in therapy?

Usually, yes. Privacy is often an important part of helping teens feel safe enough to be honest. At the same time, therapists typically explain the limits of confidentiality, especially around safety concerns. Most providers try to balance the teen’s need for privacy with the caregiver’s need to stay appropriately informed.

Will my teen still feel a real connection with their therapist online?

Yes, many teens do. A strong therapeutic connection comes from feeling heard, respected, and understood, not just from being in the same room. When the provider is a good fit, online therapy can still feel personal, supportive, and real.

What if my teen does not want to go to therapy?

That is common. Many teens are unsure at first, especially if therapy was not their idea. A skilled teen therapist will usually know how to build rapport gradually, avoid forcing the process, and help therapy feel relevant rather than like another lecture. Different providers may have different approaches, so it is best to ask the provider how they handle this.

How much does online teen therapy cost, and can I use insurance?

The cost can vary based on the provider, credentials, location, and session length. Some therapists are private pay only, while others accept insurance or offer sliding-scale rates. It is a good idea to review the provider’s profile and confirm both the fee and insurance details before scheduling.

When is online therapy for a teen not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit when there are immediate safety concerns, severe crisis symptoms, no private space for sessions, or needs that require more intensive in-person support. In those situations, in-person therapy, a higher level of care, or local crisis resources may be more appropriate.

Need urgent support? Therapy Expanded is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you need urgent mental health, suicide, domestic violence, substance use, or LGBTQIA+ support, visit our crisis and mental health resources page.