Teen Therapy

Growing Up Gets Easier After Learning Skills to Succeed

While it's true that growing up can be hard, it doesn't mean there aren’t simple and effective strategies that can help both teens and their parents. 

Supporting Teens Under Pressure

Teens today face enormous pressures, and even those who appear to have everything under control may struggle with explosive anger and periods of despair that leave parents feeling lost.  As a parent, there's nothing more concerning than uncertainty about your child's well-being.  When teens exhibit signs of distress, whether by acting out, withdrawing, engaging in self-injurious behavior or isolating themselves, I'm here to help.

My clinical approach is friendly, open and genuine, allowing me to establish a strong connection with my teen clients.  I creatively integrate their strengths and interests into each session, making therapy an engaging and valuable experience for them.

I specialize in the most effective, evidence-based treatments for teens, including behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), social skills training, biofeedback, gradual exposure therapy, mindfulness-based therapy and more.

Seeking support is an effective skill.

Dr. Kerwin Offers Specialized Teen Therapy

Dr. Kerwin provides teen therapy in West Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Brentwood, Westwood, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles County, and all of California. Contact Dr. Kerwin if you have any questions about therapy or are not sure about how to get started.