Teen Therapist in Redwood City, CA

Teen therapist in Redwood City, CA

Adolescence can be a very challenging stage

I help teenagers aged 13 to 19 in Redwood City, CA, and across California manage anxiety, depression, OCD, emotional dis regulation and severe school stress so they can finally breathe easier and enjoy their youth.

I, Gabriela Breton, work as a licensed marriage and family teen therapist in Redwood City, California. My clients are mostly couples from the bay area. They show up feeling disconnected or stuck in how things are going. There is always something new that comes up with them. It seems like they are not sure if things can really become better.

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As a Teen Therapist Trusted By Parents for Dedicated Mental Health Support in Redwood City, CA

  • Los Angeles
  • San Diego
  • Redwood City
  • San Francisco
  • Sacramento

It can be difficult knowing how to support them.

These are some ways I can support you and your teenager

1. Nervous System Regulation

I teach them how to handle the sudden chest tightness they feel when their anxiety overwhelms them. We practice physical grounding techniques they can use quietly right at their school desk without anyone noticing. When your teenager learns how to regulate their physical responses through targeted somatic practices and proven clinical conversation, they build an internal shield against the relentless pressure of school academics and complex social hierarchies.

2. Cognitive behavioral Therapy

  • Identify Thoughts feelings and behaviors
  • I help teens recognize the connection between;
  • Situations (Got left out on group chat or an activity)
  • Thoughts (Nobody likes me)
  • Feelings (sadness and anxiety and anger)
  • Behaviors (Withdrawn, shut down, acting out)

3. Integrated Family Teen Therapy

Your teenager spends most of their time living under your roof. If your home environment is constantly tense, their anxiety will remain exceptionally high. I include parents directly in the healing process. I teach you the exact phrases to use when they are having a severe anxiety attack. This way, you stop feeling completely helpless and regain your total confidence as a parent. You learn exactly how to calm a conflict before it turns into a major screaming match.

It’s Time to Stop Worrying About Your Teenager!

You do not have to watch them suffer in total silence anymore. You can give them the professional tools to build a calm, highly confident mind. Let me get your first appointment with teen therapist on the calendar today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I provide teen therapy for adolescents ages 13 to 19 in Redwood City, California. I support teenagers experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, emotional regulation difficulties, school stress, and other challenges that may affect their emotional well-being.

Therapy may be helpful when a teenager is experiencing ongoing anxiety, depression, excessive school stress, emotional dysregulation, withdrawal, difficulty managing emotions, or challenges related to ADHD or OCD. If you are concerned about changes in your teen's mood, behavior, relationships, or ability to manage everyday life, an initial conversation can help determine whether therapy may be appropriate.

It is common for teenagers to feel hesitant about therapy. The goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment where your teen can gradually feel comfortable and build trust. Therapy does not require them to have everything figured out before they begin.

Yes. Your teenager needs a private space to communicate openly, while appropriate parent collaboration can also be an important part of treatment. I may schedule meetings with parents when appropriate to discuss progress, adjust strategies, and provide guidance on how you can support your teen at home.

I work with teenagers experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, emotional dysregulation, and significant school stress. Therapy can also help teens develop healthier ways to manage difficult emotions, understand their thoughts and behaviors, and build practical coping skills.

My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic practices, and nervous system regulation techniques. CBT can help teenagers understand the connection between situations, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, while somatic practices can help them become more aware of and regulate physical responses to stress and anxiety.

The first session provides an opportunity to understand what your teenager is experiencing, discuss their concerns and goals, and begin building a trusting therapeutic relationship. We can also discuss how parent collaboration will work and what type of support may be most appropriate.

Yes. I provide in-person teen therapy in Redwood City, California. For teenagers, my practice focuses on in-person sessions rather than virtual sessions.

BEGIN WHERE YOU ARE

You do not need to have everything figured out to start.
Therapy is simply a conversation, one that can open
new ways of relating to yourself and the world around you.

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