Therapy for Teens and Young Adults in Northern Virginia

A calm, collaborative space where teens can be themselves. In person in Herndon or by telehealth anywhere in Virginia.

Takes about two minutes. No commitment. We reply within one business day.

  • Free 20-minute consultation

  • In-person in Herndon or Telehealth across Virginia

  • Walking and outdoor sessions available

  • Evidence-based care (CBT and DBT)

Keeping it together is hard.

Growing up is hard, and some teens carry more than they let on. Many of the young people we work with are:

  • Shy, introverted, or quiet in groups, and unsure how to make friends

  • Anxious about school, social situations, or being judged

  • Working on self-esteem and self-confidence

  • Tending to people-please and struggling to say no or speak up

  • Feeling isolated or disconnected from peers or family

  • Stuck in a pattern of overthinking or self-criticism

You don't need a diagnosis or a crisis to reach out. If something feels heavier than it should, a conversation is a good place to start.

How we work with teens:

Sessions are built around who your teen is, not a one-size-fits-all script. We use practical, research-supported approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, in a warm and person-centered style. Teens set the pace, and parents stay informed in ways that respect the privacy therapy needs to work.

We offer counseling for teens and young adults. We are not a crisis service and do not treat every concern; if we're not the right fit, we'll say so and help you find someone who is.

A note to the teen reading this

You don't have to have the right words. Therapy here isn't about being told what's wrong with you. It's a place to talk through what's on your mind with someone who listens, and to pick up tools that actually help. You can go at your own pace.

girl counselor red hair black shirt
girl counselor red hair black shirt

Sydney Jenish, Resident in Counseling

  • LGBTQIA+

  • Over Thinkers

  • Self-Critics

  • Teens 14+

Immediate Evening and Weekend Telehealth Availability

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Karina Garcia, Resident in Counseling

Trauma-focused, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy

· In English or Spanish ·

Immediate Evening Availability

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Blake McDonald, M.Ed.

Counseling for teens and young adults

In Person availability starting soon

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Reach out today to schedule your initial consultation and start choosing yourself today.

Reach out today to schedule your initial consultation and start choosing yourself today.