In person in Providence & telehealth across Rhode Island
Counseling for ages 13 and up that doesn't feel like an interrogation.
Therapy for teens in Providence and across Rhode Island
What we can work on
Does your teen shut down when you ask how they're doing? Teens don't always know how to say what's wrong, and sometimes they don't want to say it at all. That's normal. I work with teens 13–17 on anxiety, depression, school stress, family conflict, grief, trauma, and the pressure of growing up.
Anxiety and worry
Depression and low mood
School stress and motivation
School avoidance or refusal
Family conflict
Grief and loss
Trauma
Self-esteem and confidence
Feeling stuck or shut down
Living with a serious illness, or a family member's illness
A story your teen helps write
Not every teen wants to sit and talk about feelings right away. Some go quiet. Some say they don't know what to say.
So I often use a choose-your-own-adventure style story. It works a lot like a role-playing game or those old choose-your-own-adventure books. Your teen makes choices, invents details, and decides how their character responds. Those choices often say more than they expect, and they give us natural ways into real conversations. Many teens enjoy it because it feels more like a game than therapy. It isn't a way around the hard stuff. It makes the hard stuff easier to reach.
How it works
Individual sessions, with parents involved as needed. In person in Providence or by telehealth anywhere in Rhode Island. We'll find the pace and approach that fit your teen. Sometimes that's conversation, sometimes it's the interactive story, and sometimes it's EMDR.
Looking for a Christian therapist for your teen?
I share Christian values, and I'm glad to bring that perspective into sessions when it matters to your family. It's never pushed, and it's never required.
EMDR for teens
I'm EMDR-trained. When trauma or stuck, upsetting memories are part of what's going on, EMDR can help. It's an option, not a requirement.
Questions parents ask
What will I hear about my teen's sessions?
We'll agree together on what updates work for your family. Teens need some privacy to talk freely, so parents usually get general progress updates. If I'm ever worried about your teen's safety, you'll hear from me right immediately.
Do you take our insurance?
I accept Blue Cross, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and Cigna. Reach out and I'll confirm your plan.
What ages do you see?
Teens 13–17, and adults.
Is the first call free?
Yes. The first call is a free 15-minute consult.