Therapy for Teenagers
Work With An Adolescent Specialist at our Philadelphia office or anywhere in Pennsylvania through online teen therapy.
Therapy For Teenagers In Pennsylvania
A Critical Life Stage
The adolescent period is marked by significant physical, emotional, and psychological changes. This makes timely and effective mental health support essential for teenagers struggling in this growth phase. Our teen specialists address issues such as anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral problems, as well as helping teenagers develop coping strategies, improve their emotional regulation, and build resilience. For teenagers in minority communities, the importance of culturally competent mental health therapy becomes evident. Teenagers of color often face unique stressors, including systemic racism, discrimination, economic disparities, and a lack of access to quality healthcare. Our specialized team of BIPOC therapists fight against this trend.
By working with parents and school professionals, culturally competent teen therapists at Melanated Womens Health can help guide adolescents into a healthy and successful life.
We Accept Insurance:
The practice is in-network with Anthem, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Highmark, and Federal Employee Program.
We are not in network with Independence Blue Cross, IBX, Keystone, Medicaid, Medicare, Personal Choice, Cigna, United Health Care, etc. We do offer superbills for out of network insurance reimbursement & self-pay rates for those without insurance.
Compassionate and Anti-Oppressive Teen Therapy
What are some of the most common issues our teen specialists see?
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Family dynamics – Conflicts within the family, such as divorce, abuse, or lack of support, can lead to feelings of instability and insecurity.
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Identity and self-esteem – Adolescence is a critical time for identity formation. Teenagers often struggle with self-esteem and body image issues, particularly with the influence of social media portraying unrealistic standards.
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Academic pressure – The stress of maintaining good grades and meeting high academic expectations can lead to anxiety, depression, and burnout among teenagers.
- Bullying – Both online and offline bullying are prevalent issues for teenagers. Victims of bullying can experience severe emotional distress