Your teen deserves more than just “they’ll grow out of it.”
Mental health challenges in adolescence can feel overwhelming for teens and their families. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma-related concerns, our expert-led care is here to offer stability, tools, and lasting healing during one of life’s most formative stages.
We provide early, expert support that changes lives before problems become lifelong battles.
Empowering Teens, Supporting Families
We provide compassionate, age-appropriate psychiatric care for adolescents 12 and up, addressing emotional, academic, and behavioral challenges with expertise and empathy. Our approach integrates medical insight, family collaboration, and school coordination, so your teen receives care that’s both clinically sound and deeply supportive.
What We Offer
We understand that teens aren’t just “small adults.” Their brains, behaviors, and emotional needs are unique. So our care is developmentally appropriate, personalized, and built on trust.
We keep parents involved and informed at every step.
We help with tough issues like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and self-harm.
We focus on building resilience, communication skills, and healthy coping strategies that last.
Medications are used only when needed, at the lowest dose that works.
We take time to understand the full picture: feelings, school, family, and more.
We collaborate with therapists, pediatricians, and schools to create a unified support system.
Commonly Treated Disorders
Major depressive disorder (MDD)
Anxiety disorders (GAD, social anxiety, panic disorder)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Self-harm and suicidal ideation
School refusal and academic stress
Sleep and eating disturbances
Care That’s Covered and Accessible
We accept major insurance providers, offer out-of-network support, and provide payment plans for uninsured patients.
Take the First Step Toward Stability and Healing
Whether your teen is struggling or just not feeling like themselves lately, early support makes a world of difference. Let’s work together to build the foundation for a healthier future.
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It’s completely normal for teens to experience mood swings, stress, or emotional ups and downs. But if your teen’s behavior has noticeably changed or if their moods, anxiety, or withdrawal are affecting their daily life, it may be more than just hormones. Signs to watch for include:
- Persistent sadness or irritability
- Drop in grades or motivation
- Avoiding friends or school
- Trouble sleeping or eating
- Self-harm or talk of hopelessness
When these symptoms last more than a few weeks or feel “not like them”, it’s time to talk to a professional. Early intervention can prevent years of unnecessary struggle.
The first visit begins with a comprehensive evaluation by Dr. Tareen or a licensed clinician. It’s not rushed—it’s a thoughtful conversation about what’s going on emotionally, socially, and academically.
We typically start with both parent(s) and teen in the room, then speak to the adolescents one-on-one (if they’re comfortable) so they can speak freely. We also review medical and mental health history, family dynamics, and school-related concerns. This lays the foundation for a care plan that feels respectful, and safe for everyone involved.
Every treatment plan is personalized based on your teen’s needs. It may include:
- Talk therapy like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help manage thoughts and emotions
- Medication management if needed, using a cautious, evidence-based approach
- Parent coaching to strengthen communication and structure at home
- School coordination when academic stress is a trigger or barrier
- TMS or Ketamine therapy may be considered for older teens
The goal is always to support your teen’s healing, resilience, and sense of agency without overmedicating or oversimplifying.
You’ll absolutely be involved because healing works best as a team effort. Depending on the teen’s age and comfort level, we involve parents or guardians in planning, progress reviews, and (when helpful) parts of therapy. But we also make space for your teen to speak privately, build trust with our staff, and feel ownership over their growth. It’s a careful balance and we guide you through it every step of the way.
There’s no one-size-fits-all timeline. Some teens see significant progress in just a few months, while others may benefit from longer-term support depending on the severity or complexity of their symptoms.
We regularly track:
- Mood and behavior changes
- Academic or social improvements
- Parent and teen feedback
- Symptom rating tools and clinical milestones
Most importantly, we check in often and honestly. If something isn’t working, we adjust. And when things start to shift for the better, you’ll feel in your home, your routines, and your teen’s confidence.
