Therapy for Teens and Young Adults in Northern Virginia

A calm, collaborative space where teens can be themselves. Counseling is offered in-person in Northern Virginia and by secure Telehealth anywhere in Virginia, in English or Spanish.

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Free 20-minute consultation
In-person in Herndon or Telehealth across Virginia
Walking and outdoor sessions available
Evidence-based care

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.

Frequently Asked Questions for Parents

That depends on your teen's needs. We'll talk about what works best for your family on the consultation call.
Teens do better in therapy when they trust it's a safe space, so we agree up front on what stays private and what parents are told. Safety concerns are always the exception. We'll explain this on the call.
It's very common. The free consultation is low pressure, and we can talk through ways to make the first step easier.
20 minute consultations are free to ensure we are what you are looking for. Session rates vary by counselor, see their rates in their profiles linked below.
We’re out-of-network, and we provide superbills so you can request reimbursement from your insurance company. Reimbursement varies by plan, so ask your provider today what your out-of-network mental health benefits cover.
Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving. Click here or scroll down to learn more.
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Reach out today by filling out the form below and we will contact you asap to set up your consultation. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

Frequently Asked Questions for Teens

Mostly, what you say stays between us. Therapy works best when you can be honest, so we agree upfront on what stays private and what doesn’t. In general, we don’t share the details of what you talk about. Your parents can hear about the big picture, like how you’re doing and what we’re working on, and we’ll talk with you first about what that looks like.
The exception is safety. If we’re worried you or someone else is in danger, we’ll tell the people who can help keep you safe, and we’ll tell you before we do. We’ll go over all of this at your first session, so nothing is a surprise.
You don’t need the perfect speech, just a calm moment and one honest sentence. Here’s what usually helps:
- Pick a good time. Choose a quiet moment, like a car ride or after dinner, not mid-argument or right before something stressful.
- Say what you need, not what’s wrong with you. Try: “I’ve been dealing with some stuff lately, and I think talking to a counselor would help. Can we look into it together?”
- Make it easy to say yes. Show them this page. The first call is free, 20 minutes, with no commitment, and a parent or guardian fills out the short form for anyone under 18.
- Write it down or text it if talking feels too hard. A message gives them time to take it in.
- If they’re hesitant, ask them to come to the free consultation call with you so they can ask their own questions.
If you’ve tried and it’s not going well, tell another trusted adult, like a school counselor, relative, or doctor, who can help you start the conversation.
If you’re under 14, the answer is yes. A parent or guardian needs to be part of getting started. Paying with your own money doesn’t change that, because agreeing to therapy is a legal consent issue, not a payment one.
If you’re 14 or older, it’s entirely your decision according to Virginia law.

We will work with you based on your reasons for coming to therapy. We respect your needs and will also have a discussion about the benefits of keeping your parents out of this process to ensure that everyone is making healthy and safe choices.
What you talk about in sessions is a different question. We don’t share the details of your sessions, and we’ll go over exactly what stays private and what doesn’t before we start. If asking your parents feels scary, we can help you work out how. See “How do I ask my parents for therapy?”
Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving. Click here or scroll down to learn more.

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 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.

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