Trauma Therapy for Teens
Therapy Modalities that Teens Can Actually Get Behind
Is Your Teen?
Parents should feel seen immediately.
Your teen might be struggling with:
- Big emotional reactions that seem to come “out of nowhere”
- Anxiety, panic, or constant worry
- Withdrawal, shutdown, or irritability
- Sleep issues or nightmares
- School avoidance or sudden drop in grades
- Anger, defiance, or risky behaviors
- Difficulty trusting others or opening up
- Past experiences they “don’t want to talk about”
You may be wondering:
- “Is this just teenage behavior — or something deeper?”
- “How do I help without pushing them away?”
- “Talking doesn’t seem to be enough.”
Trauma therapy focuses on what’s happening beneath the behavior.
What We Mean By Trauma?
Trauma in Teens Isn’t Always One Big Event
Trauma can include:
Even when teens “seem fine,” their nervous system may still be stuck in survival mode.
How Can Trauma Effect Your Teen?
Trauma Is Stored in the Nervous System — Not Just Thoughts
Teens often can’t explain what’s wrong because trauma:
- Lives in the body and brain
- Shows up as reactions, not words
- Overrides logic and reasoning
That’s why traditional talk therapy can feel frustrating or ineffective for some teens.
What EMDR Looks Like For Teens?
EMDR Therapy Helps Teens Process Trauma — Without Needing to Relive It
EMDR allows the brain to:
For teens, EMDR is:
Parental Involvement
We work collaboratively with parents while still respecting teen privacy.
Teens have the same rights to confidentiality as adults meaning they can feel comfortable sharing.
Depending on the situation, this may include:
- Parent check-ins or consultation sessions
- Support around co-regulation and communication
- Guidance on trauma-informed parenting strategies
Our goal is to support the entire system, not just the teen.
Book an In Person Session
Flexible Therapy Options for Teens
Give Your Child the Support They Deserve
Pick the format and therapist that fits your teen
Teen therapy is available in person or online with Regan or Jordan, and virtually with Maddie.
We Provide Supports For
Therapy For Adults
Therapy for Kids & Teens
Therapy for Families
