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Teen & Adolescent Therapy in Minneapolis

Developmentally attuned therapy for teens and their parents.

Teen & adolescent therapy in Minneapolis

Therapy that meets teens where they actually are

Adolescence is one of the most formative and most turbulent seasons of life. Between school pressure, social media, and a shifting sense of identity, there comes a point when adolescents need more support than the people who love them can give on their own.

That is where we come in. We pair warm, faith-informed care with evidence-based methods that research shows actually help young people get better.

We earn a teen's trust first and coach parents along the way, because the goal is not only symptom relief, but a teen who feels understood, equipped, and genuinely hopeful.

~1 in 5
U.S. teens had a major depressive episode in the past year
31.9%
will face an anxiety disorder during their teenage years
~49.5%
of adolescents experience a mental health disorder at some point
only 41%
of teens with depression received any treatment last year
What we help with

Support for what teens actually face

Whether your teen is quietly struggling or in obvious crisis, we work across the full range of adolescent mental health and behavioral concerns.

Anxiety & panic

Worry, social anxiety, panic, perfectionism, and school-related stress.

Anxiety counseling ›

Depression & mood

Low mood, hopelessness, irritability, isolation, and lost motivation.

Depression counseling ›

Trauma & grief

Frightening or painful experiences, loss, and their lasting effects.

Trauma & PTSD therapy ›

Identity & self-esteem

Self-worth, identity questions, body image, and belonging.

Individual therapy for teens ›

School & behavior

Academic pressure, avoidance, anger, defiance, and focus.

Family therapy ›

Substance use

Early experimentation through dependence, met with compassion.

Teen substance use program ›
Our approach

Proven methods, delivered with warmth

Teens do not respond to lectures. They respond to being taken seriously. We pair a genuinely supportive relationship with the models that have the strongest research behind them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

The most-researched treatment for teen anxiety and depression - helping teens see the thoughts driving how they feel and build skills to shift them.

DBT-informed skills

Distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and mindfulness for teens flooded by big emotions or struggling with impulsivity and self-harm urges.

Family-involved therapy

A teen does not heal in a vacuum. We coach parents and work with the family to shift the patterns at home that keep young people stuck.

Trauma-informed & motivational care

For teens carrying hard experiences or unsure about change, we move at a pace that feels safe and builds their own motivation.

Faith-informed, never forced. For families who want it, we integrate faith and spiritual support. For those who do not, it is never a condition of treatment - every teen is welcomed exactly as they are.
The evidence

Does therapy actually work for teens? Yes.

One of the most hopeful truths about adolescent mental health is that quality treatment is genuinely effective. Two of the largest studies ever run on teen therapy make the case - and the results hold up.

Earlier help generally means a faster, fuller recovery. Every young person is different and therapy is never a guarantee, but teens who get quality, evidence-based care are far more likely to recover than those who wait it out alone.

59.7%
of youth improved significantly with CBT for anxiety in the landmark CAMS trial (80.7% with combined care, versus 23.7% on placebo).
~81%
of depressed teens responded to CBT by 36 weeks in the NIMH TADS study (86% with combined care).
Getting started

What to expect when you reach out

1

A no-pressure first call

Tell us what is going on. We will help you decide whether therapy is the right step.

2

A thorough assessment

We understand your teen's world - strengths and relationships, not just symptoms.

3

A plan built around your teen

Individual sessions, family sessions, or both, at a cadence that fits your life.

4

Outpatient and flexible

Your teen keeps living at home and going to school, with secure telehealth available.

Parents ask

Common questions

How do I know if my teen needs therapy?

If you have noticed lasting changes - withdrawal, sadness, anger, sleep or appetite shifts, falling grades, or any talk of hopelessness - that persist beyond a couple of weeks, it is worth a conversation. You do not need to wait for a crisis.

Will what my teen says stay private?

A trusting, confidential relationship is what makes therapy work. We are transparent with families about how confidentiality works for minors, and we always involve parents when safety is a concern.

How involved will I be as a parent?

As involved as is helpful. Parents are essential partners - we give you concrete tools and keep you looped in, while still giving your teen a space that is genuinely theirs.

Do you take insurance?

We work with many major Minnesota plans. Verify your coverage here and we will confirm your benefits privately, with no obligation.

Your teen does not have to figure this out alone

Reach out today and a counselor who understands adolescents will follow up. Everything you share is confidential.

Sources: U.S. HHS Office of Population Affairs, Mental Health for Adolescents; National Institute of Mental Health, Major Depression and TADS; Walkup et al., New England Journal of Medicine (CAMS, 2008). National research figures provided for education; individual outcomes vary.