Adolescents 16+
Adolescent Therapy in Houston, TX | Teen Counseling & Mental Health Support
Licensed adolescent therapists in Houston, TX offering evidence-based therapy for teens 16+ dealing with mental health and emotional challenges.
Adolescent Therapy: Personalized Support for Teen Growth and Healing
Adolescence is a critical stage of development marked by growth, self-discovery, and increasing independence. While this period can be exciting, it can also bring significant emotional and mental health challenges. Teens experience anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns just as adults do. Research shows that approximately 16% of adolescents experience a mental health disorder before age 18, yet nearly half do not receive the support they need.
Our adolescent therapy services are designed to provide teens (ages 16 and up) with a safe, supportive space to explore their emotions and develop healthy coping skills. We specialize in helping teens navigate challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, and autism spectrum–related concerns in a relaxed, down-to-earth therapeutic environment.
We recognize that every teen is unique. That’s why we collaborate closely with each client to create a personalized treatment plan that aligns with their individual needs, strengths, and goals. Our approach empowers teens to build resilience, emotional awareness, and confidence that supports long-term well-being.
Whether your teen is struggling with academic stress, overwhelming emotions, social challenges, or mental health symptoms, our goal is to make therapy a positive, empowering experience where they feel heard, understood, and supported.
Areas of Focus in Adolescent Counseling
Trauma Therapy for Teens
For teens who have experienced trauma, we provide a safe, trauma-informed environment to process painful emotions and memories. Our therapists utilize evidence-based approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to support healing at a pace that feels right for your teen, while building resilience and a sense of control.
Depression in Adolescents
Depression can present differently in each teen—ranging from sadness and withdrawal to irritability, fatigue, or feeling overwhelmed. Through therapy, teens learn to identify underlying factors, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and develop healthy coping strategies to manage emotions and improve mood.
Anxiety Therapy for Teens
Anxiety can interfere with school performance, relationships, and daily life. While some anxiety is normal, excessive or persistent anxiety can become disruptive. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help teens understand the anxiety cycle, challenge anxious thoughts, and develop practical tools that build confidence and emotional regulation.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
For teens with OCD, we utilize Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), a specialized CBT-based treatment proven to be effective for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. This structured approach helps teens gradually reduce anxiety and regain control over their daily lives.
ADHD and Autism Spectrum Support
At Boulevard Oaks Counseling Group, we support teens with ADHD and autism spectrum–related challenges by focusing on emotional resilience, self-understanding, and skill development. While we do not provide formal diagnostic testing, we offer evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to each teen’s unique needs.
Therapy may focus on emotional regulation, attention and focus, executive functioning, social skills, or overall well-being. We work collaboratively with teens to help them navigate challenges, build life skills, and strengthen self-confidence.
If a clinician determines that formal diagnostic testing may be beneficial, we are happy to provide referrals to qualified psychological testing centers.
Professional Therapy Services in Houston, TX
Boulevard Oaks Counseling Group in Houston, TX offers a wide range of services to meet diverse client needs, including adult therapy, adolescents 16+ therapy, anxiety therapy, art therapy, couples counseling, depression therapy, fertility and postpartum therapy, grief/loss counseling, life coaching, men’s issues, sober support, SYMBIS premarital counseling, and EMDR therapy.