Trauma Therapy for Teens
Therapy Modalities that Teens Can Actually Get Behind
Adults
Kids/Teens
Therapy Designed for Teens
Trauma therapy focuses on what's happening beneath the behavior.
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.”
What does EMDR Looks Like For Teens?
EMDR Therapy Helps Teens Process Trauma Without Needing to Relive It
EMDR allows the brain to:
- Reprocess distressing memories
- Reduce emotional intensity
- Restore a sense of safety and control
For teens, EMDR is:
- Structured and predictable
- Adapted to their developmental level
- Often less pressure than “just talking”
- Effective for trauma, anxiety, panic, and emotional overwhelm
What We Mean By Trauma?
Trauma in Teens Isn’t Always One Big Event
Trauma can include:
- Bullying or social rejection
- Medical procedures or illness
- Family conflict, separation, or divorce
- Loss or grief
- Accidents or injuries
- Witnessing violence or distress
- Chronic stress or emotional neglect
Even when teens “seem fine,” their nervous system may still be stuck in survival mode.
Interactive Connection Through Activity
WE PROVIDE INTERACTIVE FORMS OF CONNECTION BOTH IN AND OUTSIDE OF THE THERAPY ROOM.
We provide interactive forms of connection both in and out the therapy room. Our office is equipped with indoor activities such as boxing and mini sticks. While outside we have a basketball net, soccer net, and punching bag for teens that connect well through activity sharing.
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 Specialize In EMDR
Therapy For Adults
