Our Therapy Services
Helping teens and young adults build confidence and resilience.
Helping teens and young adults build confidence and resilience.
Support That Goes Beyond a Diagnosis
We don’t see kids as a diagnosis—we see their full humanity. Their strengths, their struggles, and everything in between. Therapy is more than a treatment plan; it’s a space for your child to feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow. Whether they’ve just completed an assessment or you’re simply seeking deeper support, we offer care that goes beyond symptoms to uncover the “why” beneath the overwhelm. And while we primarily work with teens and young adults, we also offer therapy for younger children (ages 8 and older) on a case-by-case basis.
HOW WE CAN HELP
Therapy with us is personalized, compassionate, and developmentally attuned.
A safe, consistent space where your child can explore and process their emotions with support tailored to their developmental needs.
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Insight to help young people better understand who they are, what they value, and what makes them unique, strengthening their confidence.
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Practical, research-backed tools to handle stress and overwhelm in healthier ways, improving their daily functioning and emotional regulation skills.
Collaboration with families and other professionals, ensuring therapy supports and complements other aspects of your child’s care.
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Strategies to improve relationships, whether they're struggling with friendships, family dynamics, or communication.
Areas We Support
Children at any stage of development may struggle with emotional dysregulation, and this can manifest as defiance, anger, opposition, school avoidance, and rapid shifts in emotion. A thorough assessment is often helpful in clarifying underlying factors which impact a child’s difficulty to regulate emotions.
Identity & Self-Esteem
Anxiety, depression, and mood disorders are common in teens and young adults, often affecting their daily life, relationships, and mental health. Parents may notice symptoms like irritability, withdrawal, changes in sleep or appetite, and trouble concentrating. Therapy provides a safe space to address these issues, explore underlying causes, and develop coping strategies. Whether managing anxiety, depression, or mood swings, therapy helps individuals build emotional resilience, reduce symptoms, and improve overall mental well-being. The goal is to help teens and young adults better manage their emotions and improve their quality of life.
Stress, Trauma, & Mood
Learning & Attention
Life Changes & Transitions
Social & Family Relationships
ADHD & Executive Functioning
Additional Specialties
In addition to the more common concerns listed above, we also support teens and young adults with a wide range of other challenges — including grief and loss, anger, bullying, social anxiety, perfectionism, body image, performance anxiety, chronic pain, sleep troubles, navigating difficult family changes like divorce, career exploration, adjusting to college life, and more.
Our Therapy Process
We know that starting ongoing therapy for your child can feel like a big step. That’s why we guide families through a clear, supportive process, so you always know what to expect. Here’s what the therapeutic process typically looks like with us:
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We’ll start with an initial consultation to understand your teen or young adult’s challenges and discuss how therapy can support their needs. This is a time to build trust and clarify what to expect from therapy.
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During the intake, we gather more detailed information about your teen or young adult’s emotional, social, and academic struggles. Together, we’ll set goals for therapy and tailor the approach to address their specific needs.
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In therapy, we use a blend of evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), developmental psychology, cultural awareness, and systems theory to guide your teen or young adult in building coping strategies and emotional resilience. Therapy provides a safe space to work through issues at their own pace, whether it’s handling anxiety, managing school stress, or strengthening social skills.
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We continuously assess your teen or young adult’s progress, adjusting therapy as needed to ensure they’re on track with their goals. Regular feedback ensures the approach remains effective and responsive.
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When therapy reaches its conclusion, we’ll ensure your teen or young adult has the tools to maintain progress. We’ll discuss ongoing support options if necessary and help them feel confident in navigating future challenges.
Request a Therapy Appointment for Your Child
We know how hectic life can get, and fitting in appointments shouldn’t add to the stress. That’s why we’ve made scheduling therapy easy and hassle-free for children and families in Greater Vancouver and Portland. Use our online self-scheduler to check availability and book your free phone consultation today. Prefer to connect directly? Call us at (360) 328-7880 or email hello@webbpsychological.com.