TEEN THERAPY

Adolescence is a time when change is the only constant.

Therapy can be a grounding space to support teens as they navigate this tumultuous, complex, confusing, and critical phase of development.

Common reasons teens seek therapy with us include:

Gender Identity ~ Sexuality ~ Friendship
Self-Concept ~ Anxiety ~ Depression
Family Dynamics ~ Developmental Transitions
Social Media ~ Dating ~ Academic Stressors

Behavioral changes: These can include self-destructive behaviors, abrupt changes in hygiene, and extreme defiance.
Extreme emotional shifts: These may present as excessive anger, prolonged sadness, irrational and unfounded fears.
Social withdrawal: More than just needing space and alone time, this includes extreme shifts from typical social behavior.
Academic issues: A marked drop in academic performance without a reasonable explanation.
Your teen is engaging in self-harming behaviors or expressing suicidal thoughts.
Your teen has a persistent negative mood that lasts longer than two weeks.
Your teen has significant changes in their sleep routine and/or appetite.
Your teen is abusing drugs and/or alcohol.
Your teen will learn more effective strategies and coping mechanisms for dealing with stress and distress.
Your teen will develop effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Therapy helps to increase self-esteem and self-awareness.
Therapy helps prevent short-term difficulties from turning into chronic conditions or problematic patterns.

WE SPECIALIZE IN GENDER AND SEXUAL DIVERSITY.

At Groundwork Therapy, we provide affirming and inclusive therapy for teens exploring or identifying within the spectrum of gender and sexual diversity. Our practice is built on the belief that every young person deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued—especially as they navigate questions of identity in a world that often misunderstands or marginalizes them.

We specialize in working with with LGBTQ+ youth ages 14-18, with a particular focus on gender identity support and exploration (whether cis, trans, nonbinary, agender, gender-fluid, gender-queer, etc) and sexual orientation support and exploration (whether pan, ace, gay, lesbian, bi, queer, etc). Some specific therapy topics that may be relevant to your teen’s therapy include: coming out and disclosure, family acceptance and communication, the impact of minority stress on mental health, bullying, intersectionality of multiple identities, as well as the interplay of race, culture, faith, and identity.

Gender and sexual diversity are not mental health problems—but stigma, rejection, and invisibility can cause significant distress and negatively impact social and academic functioning. We work to counter those risks by helping teens build identity pride, navigate difficult relationships, and thrive as their authentic selves.

Our team of therapists have advanced training in gender and sexual identity development and affirmative therapy models. We use trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate practices to create safe and empowering spaces for teens to explore their identities without fear of judgment or pressure.

We understand the nuanced challenges queer teens face in their schools, homes, and communities and we’re here to help.

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