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  • What We Treat
    • Anxiety
      • Panic Attacks
      • Social Anxiety Disorder
      • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Depression
      • What Is Teen Depression?
        • Types of Depression
        • Major Depressive Disorder
        • Persistent Depressive Disorder
      • Common Signs of Depression in Teenagers
        • Physical Symptoms of Depression in Teens
        • Teen Depression vs. Normal Mood Swings
        • When Does Sadness Become Depression?
      • Causes of Depression in Teens
        • Does Social Media Cause Depression?
        • Family Issues Causing Teen Depression
        • Bullying and Depression in Teens
        • Genetics and Teen Depression: What’s the Link?
      • Mental Health Resources in School and Counseling Support for Teen Depression
      • Benefits of Residential Treatment for Teens With Depression
      • Therapy Options for Teenage Depression
      • How to Talk to Your Parents About Getting Help for Depression
      • Alternative and Holistic Treatments for Teen Depression
      • Medication for Teen Depression
      • Healthy Ways to Cope with Depression as a Teen
      • Impact of Depression on School, Friendships, and Daily Life
      • How Depression Affects the Teenage Brain
      • Recognizing Hidden Depression in High-Achieving Teens
      • Gender Differences in Teen Depression
      • Depression and Anxiety in Teens: What Makes Them Different and How Do They Connect?
    • Bipolar Disorder
      • Bipolar I Disorder
      • Bipolar II Disorder
      • Cyclothymia in Teens
      • Rapid Cycling Bipolar Disorder in Teens
    • Mood And Thought Disorder
    • Trauma And PTSD
    • ADHD
    • Schizophrenia
    • Technology Dependence
    • Academic & Social Challenges
    • Self-Harm
      • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Psychosis
    • Anger Treatment
      • Anger Management for Teens
        • Anger Management Issues at Home
        • Anger Management Issues in Relationships
        • Anger Management Issues in School
      • Conduct Disorder
      • Intermittent Explosive Disorder
      • Oppositional Defiant Disorder
      • Rage Disorders
      • Chronic Anger
      • Suppressed Anger
      • Displaced Anger
      • Passive-Aggressive Behavior
    • Trauma and Abuse Treatment
      • Childhood Trauma
      • Domestic Abuse
      • Emotional Abuse
      • Psychological Trauma
      • Sexual Abuse
      • Physical Abuse
  • Mental Health Services
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
    • EMDR Therapy
    • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Teens
    • Narrative Therapy for Teens
    • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
    • Somatic Therapy for Teens
    • Internal Family Systems for Teens
    • Benefits of Psychodynamic Therapy for Teens
    • Art Therapy for Emotional Expression in Teens
  • Locations
    • California
      • Bonsall – Eagle Mountain
      • Bonsall – La Reina
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Oceanaire
      • Fallbrook – Limber Pine
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Harborview
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Martingale
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Silver Spur
      • Rolling Hills Estates – Sunnyfield
    • Virginia
      • Waterford – Clover Hill
    • Benefits of Traveling for Treatment
  • Programs
    • Residential Mental Health Treatment
    • Outpatient Mental Health Program
    • Intensive Outpatient Program
    • Summer Program
  • Cost
    • Insurance Verification
    • Payment Options
    • Residential Treatment Cost
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Optum
    • Cigna
    • UMR
    • Aetna
    • Magellan
  • About Us
    • Our Clinical Foundation
    • Client Outcomes 2024
    • In The Press
    • Meet Our Team
    • What Makes Us Different
  • Resources
    • Blog
    • Resources for Teachers & Community Leaders
      • Building a Mental Health Action Plan for Your School
      • Recognizing Warning Signs of Teen Mental Illness
      • How to Communicate With Families
      • How to Identify Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness in Students
      • Reentry Plan for Students: Supporting a Student After Mental Health Leave
      • Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Crisis
      • Implementing School-Based Mental Health Screenings
    • Resources for Parents & Caregivers
      • When Your Teen Refuses Help: Resistance to Treatment
      • The Role of Nutrition and Sleep in Teen Mental Health
      • De-escalation Techniques for Crisis Situations
      • Talking to Teens About Domestic Violence
      • Panic Attack Intervention Tips for Teen
      • Recognizing Psychosis in Teens: How to Intervene
      • PTSD Interventions for Teens
      • Severe Depression in Teens
    • Legal Rights for Patients & Families
      • Washington State Teen Mental Health Rights
      • California Mental Health Laws for Teens
      • Virginia Teen Mental Health Laws
      • The Role of Mental Health Tribunals
      • Recognizing Mistreatment in Adolescent Mental Health Treatment
      • Teen Psychiatric Hospitalization: Voluntary vs. Involuntary Commitment
      • Understanding 504 Plans and IEPs for Mental Health Needs
      • The Role of Guardianship in Adolescent Mental Health Care
      • Teens & Mental Health Rights: Confidentiality & Consent
      • Mental Health Rights in Juvenile Justice Settings
    • Parent’s Guide to Mental Health Support
      • What to Do When Your Child Is in a Mental Health Crisis
      • How Families Can Be Involved in Residential and Outpatient Care
      • Is Residential Treatment Right for Your Teen?
      • How to Prepare for Your Child’s Admission to Residential Treatment
      • Setting Boundaries When Supporting Someone in Treatment
      • Supporting a Child with Severe Mental Illness
      • Supporting Your Child in Treatment
      • What to Say to Someone in a Mental Health Crisis
      • Recognizing Codependency in Teens
      • Building a Long-Term Support Network for Your Child
      • Supporting Teens with Severe Mental Health Conditions
      • Recognizing and Responding to Parental Burnout
      • Supporting a Teen with Co-Occurring Disorders
      • Financial Planning for Teen Mental Health Treatment
      • Breadcrumbing in Teen Relationships
      • What Is the Gen Z Stare?
      • Bed Rotting and Mental Health
      • What Is Bathroom Camping?
      • Benching in Teen Relationships
      • What Is Banksying in Teen Culture?
      • Trauma Dumping vs Healthy Sharing
      • Cancel Culture Anxiety in Teens
      • What Is Teen Crashing Out?
      • Orbiting and Teen Mental Health
      • Doomscrolling and Teen Mental Health
      • Retroactive Jealousy in Teens
      • What Is Phubbing?
    • Confidentiality and Mental Health Referrals
      • Case Workers: Referring Teens to Residential or Outpatient Care
      • When to Escalate a Mental Health Concern
      • Mental Health Referral Guide for School Counselors
      • How Pediatricians Can Support Mental Health Referrals
      • Mental Health Referrals From Child Protective Services
      • Referrals From Community Mental Health Services
      • Understanding Juvenile Court Mental Health Referrals
      • Mental Health Referrals From Crisis Hotlines
      • Disability Services Mental Health Referrals for Teens
      • Mental Health Referrals From Domestic Violence Centers
      • Mental Health Referrals From Hospitals
      • Referrals From Interventionists
      • Referrals From Outpatient Therapists for Teens
      • Urgent Psychiatric Care Referrals for Teens
      • The Role of Pastoral Referrals
      • Mental Health Referrals From Veterans Affairs Medical Centers
    • Overcoming Common Barriers to Mental Health Treatment
      • Stigma and Guilt Around Seeking Mental Health Care
      • Taking Time Off School for Mental Health
      • Creating a Plan for When Your Child Returns Home
      • How to Mentally Prepare for Leaving Your Home for Residential Treatment
      • Navigating Mental Health Treatment While in School
      • Tips for Explaining Your Absence to Friends and Family
    • Innovative Treatments in Mental Healthcare
      • Neurofeedback Therapy for Teens
      • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Adolescents
    • Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis for Teens
      • Intellectual Assessments for Teens and Young Adults
      • Psychological Testing for Teens and Young Adults
      • Psychiatric Assessments in Teens and Young Adults
      • Personality Assessments for Teens and Young Adults
    • Self-Help Strategies for Teens
      • Talking to Your Parents About Your Mental Health Struggles
      • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques for Teens
      • Grounding Techniques for Teen Anxiety & Panic Attacks
      • Journaling for Teen Mental Health
      • Mindfulness & Meditation for Teens
      • Exercise & Teen Mental Health
      • How to Identify Your Emotional Triggers
      • Glow-Up Plans for Mental and Physical Health
    • Types of Antidepressants for Teens
      • Best Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors for Teens
      • Fluoxetine (Prozac) for Teens
      • Sertraline (Zoloft) for Teens
      • Citalopram (Celexa) Antidepressant for Teens
      • Escitalopram (Lexapro) for Teens
      • Paroxetine (Paxil) for Teens
      • SNRIs for Teenagers: Are They Safe?
      • Venlafaxine (Effexor XR) for Teens
      • Does Duloxetine Work for Teens?
      • Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq) for Teens
      • Tricyclic Antidepressants for Teenagers
      • Nortriptyline (Pamelor) and Mental Health in Teens
      • Bupropion (Wellbutrin) and Teen Mental Health
    • Antipsychotic Medications for Teens
      • Second-Generation Antipsychotics for Teens
      • Risperidone for Teen Mental Health
      • Olanzapine: Is Zyprexa Safe for Teens?
      • Seroquel: Quetiapine for Teens
      • Aripiprazole (Abilify) for Teens
      • Lurasidone for Treating Teen Mental Health
      • Clozapine for Teens
      • First-Generation Antipsychotics for Teens
      • Haloperidol (Haldol) for Treating Adolescent Mental Health
      • The Definitive Guide to Chlorpromazine (Thorazine) for Teens
    • Mood Stabilizers for Teens
      • Depakote for Treating Adolescent Mental Health
      • Lamotrigine for Teens
    • Anti-Anxiety Medications for Teens
      • Benzodiazepines for Teens
      • Lorazepam (Ativan) Anxiety Medication for Teenagers
      • Clonazepam: Is Klonopin Safe for Kids?
      • Diazepam (Valium) for Adolescents
      • Xanax for Teens
    • Stimulants for ADHD in Teens
      • Adderall for ADHD in Teenagers
      • Vyvanse for ADHD in Teenagers
      • Ritalin for ADHD in Teenagers
      • How Concerta Can Help Teenagers With ADHD
    • Sleep Aids for Teenagers With Insomnia
      • Sedative Antidepressants for Teens
      • Trazodone for Teens
      • Temazepam (Restoril) for Adolescents
      • Zolpidem (Ambien) for Adolescents
      • Eszopiclone (Lunesta) for Teens
    • Mental Health Support for Military Teens
      • Dealing With Academic Pressure as a Military Teen
      • Coping With Relocation: Mental Health Strategies for Military Teens
      • Returning Home From Deployment: Helping Teens Adjust
      • Family Counseling for Military Households
      • How Deployment Impacts Teen Mental Health
      • Mental Health Apps and Online Communities for Military Youth
      • Maintaining Long-Distance Friendships as a Military Teen
      • Making New Friends: Building Confidence in Military Kids
      • Constantly Moving: Military Impact on Teen Identity
      • Military Life and Teen Anxiety
      • Signs of Depression in Teens From Military Families
      • Navigating Grief and Loss in Military Youth After a Tragedy
      • Teen Suicide Risk in Military Families
      • Teen Mental Health: When Parents Transition Out of Service
      • Navigating Loneliness and Isolation in a Military Household
      • Mentorship for Military Youth
      • PTSD by Proxy in Military Families
      • Supporting a Child’s Mental Health While Your Spouse Is Deployed
      • How to Talk to Civilian Friends About Military Life and Mental Health
      • Creating Safe Spaces for Military Teens
      • What to Expect from Therapy for Military Teens
      • Toxic Resilience in Military Youth
      • TRICARE Mental Health Benefits for Adolescents
    • Perinatal Mental Health Support for Teens
      • Navigating High School While Pregnant
      • The Impact of Trauma on Teen Pregnancy
      • Comprehensive Care Models for Teen Pregnancy
      • Support Strategies for Teen Coparents
      • How to Create a Nurturing Environment for Pregnant Teens
      • Teen Pregnancy and Perinatal Anxiety: Early Intervention Strategies
      • Effective Therapies for Teen Mothers
      • How Hormones Impact Teen Mental Health in Pregnancy
      • How Teen Moms Can Use 988 Crisis Lifeline
      • The Importance of Mental Health Screening During Teen Pregnancy
      • Inpatient vs. Outpatient Mental Health Treatment for Teen Moms
      • Integrating Mental Health Care into Teen Parenting Programs
      • Mental Health Resources for Young Dads
      • Mindfulness and Trauma-Informed Therapy for Teen Moms and Dads
      • OBGYN Referrals for Perinatal Mental Health Care
      • Peer Support Groups for Pregnant Teens
      • Postpartum Depression in Teen Moms
      • Postpartum Psychosis in Teens
      • Access to Prenatal Care for Teen Moms
      • Supporting Teens Through Unplanned Pregnancy
    • Teen Anxiety: Triggers, Signs, & Effects
      • Breathwork for Anxiety Relief
      • Daily Anxiety Journaling
      • High-Functioning Anxiety in Teens
      • Somatic Experiencing for Anxiety Relief in Teens
    • Attachment Styles in Teenagers
      • Anxious Attachment in Teens
      • Avoidant Attachment in Teens
      • Codependency in Teens: Causes & Signs
      • Complex PTSD and Attachment Issues in Teens
      • DSED in Teens: What Is Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder?
      • Disorganized Attachment Style in Teens
      • Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) in Teens
      • Secure Attachment in Teens: Signs of Healthy Teen Attachment
      • Attachment Interventions in Youth
      • Attachment and Perfectionism in Teens
      • Attachment in School
      • Attachment Styles and Ghosting
      • Breaking the Cycle of Insecure Attachment
      • C-PTSD and Attachment Trauma
      • Dismissive Avoidant vs Fearful Avoidant Attachment
      • Neurodivergent Attachment Styles: How Developmental Disorders Impact Attachment
      • Eating Disorders and Attachment
      • What Is Family Enmeshment?
      • Fear of Abandonment in Teens
      • Healing Attachment Wounds in Teens
      • What Causes Insecure Attachment and Anger Issues in Teens?
      • Attachment Internal Working Model Explained
      • Building Trust in Therapy for Teens
      • Dealing With Teen Limerence
      • Parent Child Synchrony and Attachment
      • Schema Theory and Attachment Explained
      • Institutional Care and Attachment Disorders
    • What Is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?
      • BPD vs Bipolar in Teens
      • Causes of BPD in Teens
      • Managing Teen Borderline Personality Disorder in Group Activities
        • Teen BPD Treatment Options
      • The Four BPD Subtypes in Teens
    • What Is Horticultural Therapy?
      • Horticultural Therapy for Anxiety & Depression
      • Designing a Horticultural Therapy Space for Teens at Home
      • Group Gardening Therapy Activities for Teens
      • Creating Sensory Gardens for Mindfulness
      • Horticultural Therapy for Trauma in Teens
    • What Is a Nervous Breakdown?
      • Causes of Nervous Breakdowns in Teens
      • Identity Crisis in Teens
      • Nervous Breakdowns in Teen Boys: Hidden Causes & Risks
      • How to Prevent a Nervous Breakdown in Teens
      • Physical Symptoms of a Nervous Breakdown in Teens
      • Recovering From a Nervous Breakdown in Teens
      • Faith & Existential Nervous Breakdowns in Teens
      • Sleep Deprivation in Teens
      • When to Get Help for a Nervous Breakdown
      • Nervous Breakdown Triggers in Teens Girls
    • Teenage Narcissism
      • Risk Factors & Causes of Narcissism in Teens
      • Narcissism’s Impact on Teen Life & How to Cope
      • Teenage Narcissism Signs & Symptoms
    • Eating Disorders in Teens: A Guide for Families
      • Recognizing the Signs of Eating Disorders in Teenagers
      • Bulimia in Teenagers
      • Teenage Anorexia
      • Binge Eating in Teenagers
    • Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
      • Conversion Disorder vs Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
      • Treatment for Teenage Somatic Symptom Disorder
      • Symptoms of Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
      • Living With Somatic Symptom Disorder
      • Causes of Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
    • OCD in Teens
      • What Causes OCD in Teenagers? OCD Risk Factors
      • OCD Signs in Teenagers
      • Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD Teens
      • Coping With OCD as a Teenager
    • Dissociative Identity Disorder in Adolescents
      • Dissociative Identity Disorder Signs in Teenagers
      • Causes and Risk Factors of Dissociative Identity Disorder in Adolescents
      • Treatment Plans for DID Teens
      • DID Co-Occurring Disorders in Teens
    • Seasonal Affective Disorder in Teens
      • Light Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder in Teens
      • SAD Coping Skills for Teenagers
    • Psychosomatic Disorders in Teenagers
      • Psychotherapy for Psychosomatic Disorders in Teens
      • Living With Psychosomatic Disorders
      • Holistic Therapies for Psychosomatic Disorders in Adolescents
      • Medication Management for Psychosomatic Symptoms in Youth
      • Psychosomatic Treatment Programs for Teens
    • Adjustment Disorders in Teenagers
      • Types of Adjustment Disorder in Teens
      • Treatment for Adjustment Disorder in Teens: Therapy Options
      • Daily Strategies for Coping With Adjustment Disorders in Teens
    • Emotional & Behavioral Symptoms in Teens
      • Teen Irritability
      • Teen Social Withdrawal
      • Excessive Guilt & Shame in Teens
      • Crying Spells in Teens
      • Emotional Numbness in Teens
      • Self-Destructive Behavior in Teens
      • Teen Mood Swings
      • Emotional Overreactions in Teens
      • Teen Impulsivity
      • Dissatisfaction With Life in Teens
      • Anhedonia in Teens
      • Pulling Away After an Argument
      • Hypomania in Teens
      • Self-Criticism in Teens
      • Difficulty Talking About Feelings
      • Teen Avoiding Responsibilities
      • Distressing Memories in Teens
    • Physical & Stress-Related Symptoms in Teens
      • Teen Panic Attacks
      • Skin Picking in Teens
      • Heart Palpitations in Teens
      • Teen Hypervigilance
      • Nausea in Teens
      • Stress & Emotional Eating in Teens
      • Headaches in Teens
      • Teen Chronic Fatigue
      • Muscle Tension and Trembling in Teens
      • Teen Loss of Appetite
      • Fidgeting in Teens
      • Teeth Grinding in Teens
      • Restlessness in Teens
      • Sweating or Shaking During Stress
      • Why Teens Can Get Sick Often
      • Anxiety-Related Pins and Needles in Teens
      • Frequent Urination in Teens
      • Changes in Sexual Curiosity in Teens
      • Anxiety & Faint Feelings in Teens
    • Cognitive Issues in Teens
      • Racing Thoughts in Teens
      • Teen Dissociation
      • Memory Problems & Brain Fog in Teens
      • Intrusive Thoughts in Teens
      • Disorientation in Teens
      • Teen Indecisiveness
      • Overthinking & Negative Thought Patterns in Teens
      • Forgetfulness in Teens
      • Losing Track of Time Due to Stress or Anxiety
      • Fear of Being Judged in Teens
      • Mind Going Blank in Stressful Situations
      • Concentration Problems in Teens
      • Paranoid Thoughts About Friends
      • All-or-Nothing Thinking in Teens
      • Risky Decision-Making in Teens
      • Information Overload in Teens
      • Teen Confusion & Misremembering
      • Rigid Thinking in Youth
      • Scary Mental Images in Teens
    • Sleep Problems in Teens
      • Sleep Paralysis in Teens
      • Teen Restlessness
      • Teen Insomnia
      • Teen Nightmares
      • Oversleeping in Teens
      • Daytime Sleepiness in Teens
      • Bedtime Anxiety in Teens
      • Parasomnias in Teens
      • Irregular or Disrupted Sleep Schedules in Teens
    • Social & Interpersonal Symptoms in Teens
      • Teen Codependency
      • Teen Trust Issues
      • Teen Fear of Abandonment
      • People-Pleasing in Teens
      • Conflict Avoidance in Teens
      • Teen Jealousy & Insecurity
      • Approval-Seeking in Teens
      • Controlling Behavior in Teens
      • Trying Too Hard to Impress Others
      • Trust Problems in Teens
      • Teen Difficulty Accepting Help
      • Oversharing in Teens
      • The Impact of Social Comparison on Teens
      • Fear of Rejection in Teens
      • Avoiding Eye Contact in Teens
      • Teen Mistrust of Adults
      • Feeling Like a Burden
      • Over Apologizing in Teens
  • Contact Us
    • Insurance Verification
  • What We Treat
    • Anxiety
      • Panic Attacks
      • Social Anxiety Disorder
      • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Depression
      • What Is Teen Depression?
        • Types of Depression
        • Major Depressive Disorder
        • Persistent Depressive Disorder
      • Common Signs of Depression in Teenagers
        • Physical Symptoms of Depression in Teens
        • Teen Depression vs. Normal Mood Swings
        • When Does Sadness Become Depression?
      • Causes of Depression in Teens
        • Does Social Media Cause Depression?
        • Family Issues Causing Teen Depression
        • Bullying and Depression in Teens
        • Genetics and Teen Depression: What’s the Link?
      • Mental Health Resources in School and Counseling Support for Teen Depression
      • Benefits of Residential Treatment for Teens With Depression
      • Therapy Options for Teenage Depression
      • How to Talk to Your Parents About Getting Help for Depression
      • Alternative and Holistic Treatments for Teen Depression
      • Medication for Teen Depression
      • Healthy Ways to Cope with Depression as a Teen
      • Impact of Depression on School, Friendships, and Daily Life
      • How Depression Affects the Teenage Brain
      • Recognizing Hidden Depression in High-Achieving Teens
      • Gender Differences in Teen Depression
      • Depression and Anxiety in Teens: What Makes Them Different and How Do They Connect?
    • Bipolar Disorder
      • Bipolar I Disorder
      • Bipolar II Disorder
      • Cyclothymia in Teens
      • Rapid Cycling Bipolar Disorder in Teens
    • Mood And Thought Disorder
    • Trauma And PTSD
    • ADHD
    • Schizophrenia
    • Technology Dependence
    • Academic & Social Challenges
    • Self-Harm
      • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Psychosis
    • Anger Treatment
      • Anger Management for Teens
        • Anger Management Issues at Home
        • Anger Management Issues in Relationships
        • Anger Management Issues in School
      • Conduct Disorder
      • Intermittent Explosive Disorder
      • Oppositional Defiant Disorder
      • Rage Disorders
      • Chronic Anger
      • Suppressed Anger
      • Displaced Anger
      • Passive-Aggressive Behavior
    • Trauma and Abuse Treatment
      • Childhood Trauma
      • Domestic Abuse
      • Emotional Abuse
      • Psychological Trauma
      • Sexual Abuse
      • Physical Abuse
  • Mental Health Services
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
    • EMDR Therapy
    • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Teens
    • Narrative Therapy for Teens
    • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
    • Somatic Therapy for Teens
    • Internal Family Systems for Teens
    • Benefits of Psychodynamic Therapy for Teens
    • Art Therapy for Emotional Expression in Teens
  • Locations
    • California
      • Bonsall – Eagle Mountain
      • Bonsall – La Reina
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Oceanaire
      • Fallbrook – Limber Pine
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Harborview
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Martingale
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Silver Spur
      • Rolling Hills Estates – Sunnyfield
    • Virginia
      • Waterford – Clover Hill
    • Benefits of Traveling for Treatment
  • Programs
    • Residential Mental Health Treatment
    • Outpatient Mental Health Program
    • Intensive Outpatient Program
    • Summer Program
  • Cost
    • Insurance Verification
    • Payment Options
    • Residential Treatment Cost
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Optum
    • Cigna
    • UMR
    • Aetna
    • Magellan
  • About Us
    • Our Clinical Foundation
    • Client Outcomes 2024
    • In The Press
    • Meet Our Team
    • What Makes Us Different
  • Resources
    • Blog
    • Resources for Teachers & Community Leaders
      • Building a Mental Health Action Plan for Your School
      • Recognizing Warning Signs of Teen Mental Illness
      • How to Communicate With Families
      • How to Identify Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness in Students
      • Reentry Plan for Students: Supporting a Student After Mental Health Leave
      • Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Crisis
      • Implementing School-Based Mental Health Screenings
    • Resources for Parents & Caregivers
      • When Your Teen Refuses Help: Resistance to Treatment
      • The Role of Nutrition and Sleep in Teen Mental Health
      • De-escalation Techniques for Crisis Situations
      • Talking to Teens About Domestic Violence
      • Panic Attack Intervention Tips for Teen
      • Recognizing Psychosis in Teens: How to Intervene
      • PTSD Interventions for Teens
      • Severe Depression in Teens
    • Legal Rights for Patients & Families
      • Washington State Teen Mental Health Rights
      • California Mental Health Laws for Teens
      • Virginia Teen Mental Health Laws
      • The Role of Mental Health Tribunals
      • Recognizing Mistreatment in Adolescent Mental Health Treatment
      • Teen Psychiatric Hospitalization: Voluntary vs. Involuntary Commitment
      • Understanding 504 Plans and IEPs for Mental Health Needs
      • The Role of Guardianship in Adolescent Mental Health Care
      • Teens & Mental Health Rights: Confidentiality & Consent
      • Mental Health Rights in Juvenile Justice Settings
    • Parent’s Guide to Mental Health Support
      • What to Do When Your Child Is in a Mental Health Crisis
      • How Families Can Be Involved in Residential and Outpatient Care
      • Is Residential Treatment Right for Your Teen?
      • How to Prepare for Your Child’s Admission to Residential Treatment
      • Setting Boundaries When Supporting Someone in Treatment
      • Supporting a Child with Severe Mental Illness
      • Supporting Your Child in Treatment
      • What to Say to Someone in a Mental Health Crisis
      • Recognizing Codependency in Teens
      • Building a Long-Term Support Network for Your Child
      • Supporting Teens with Severe Mental Health Conditions
      • Recognizing and Responding to Parental Burnout
      • Supporting a Teen with Co-Occurring Disorders
      • Financial Planning for Teen Mental Health Treatment
      • Breadcrumbing in Teen Relationships
      • What Is the Gen Z Stare?
      • Bed Rotting and Mental Health
      • What Is Bathroom Camping?
      • Benching in Teen Relationships
      • What Is Banksying in Teen Culture?
      • Trauma Dumping vs Healthy Sharing
      • Cancel Culture Anxiety in Teens
      • What Is Teen Crashing Out?
      • Orbiting and Teen Mental Health
      • Doomscrolling and Teen Mental Health
      • Retroactive Jealousy in Teens
      • What Is Phubbing?
    • Confidentiality and Mental Health Referrals
      • Case Workers: Referring Teens to Residential or Outpatient Care
      • When to Escalate a Mental Health Concern
      • Mental Health Referral Guide for School Counselors
      • How Pediatricians Can Support Mental Health Referrals
      • Mental Health Referrals From Child Protective Services
      • Referrals From Community Mental Health Services
      • Understanding Juvenile Court Mental Health Referrals
      • Mental Health Referrals From Crisis Hotlines
      • Disability Services Mental Health Referrals for Teens
      • Mental Health Referrals From Domestic Violence Centers
      • Mental Health Referrals From Hospitals
      • Referrals From Interventionists
      • Referrals From Outpatient Therapists for Teens
      • Urgent Psychiatric Care Referrals for Teens
      • The Role of Pastoral Referrals
      • Mental Health Referrals From Veterans Affairs Medical Centers
    • Overcoming Common Barriers to Mental Health Treatment
      • Stigma and Guilt Around Seeking Mental Health Care
      • Taking Time Off School for Mental Health
      • Creating a Plan for When Your Child Returns Home
      • How to Mentally Prepare for Leaving Your Home for Residential Treatment
      • Navigating Mental Health Treatment While in School
      • Tips for Explaining Your Absence to Friends and Family
    • Innovative Treatments in Mental Healthcare
      • Neurofeedback Therapy for Teens
      • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Adolescents
    • Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis for Teens
      • Intellectual Assessments for Teens and Young Adults
      • Psychological Testing for Teens and Young Adults
      • Psychiatric Assessments in Teens and Young Adults
      • Personality Assessments for Teens and Young Adults
    • Self-Help Strategies for Teens
      • Talking to Your Parents About Your Mental Health Struggles
      • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques for Teens
      • Grounding Techniques for Teen Anxiety & Panic Attacks
      • Journaling for Teen Mental Health
      • Mindfulness & Meditation for Teens
      • Exercise & Teen Mental Health
      • How to Identify Your Emotional Triggers
      • Glow-Up Plans for Mental and Physical Health
    • Types of Antidepressants for Teens
      • Best Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors for Teens
      • Fluoxetine (Prozac) for Teens
      • Sertraline (Zoloft) for Teens
      • Citalopram (Celexa) Antidepressant for Teens
      • Escitalopram (Lexapro) for Teens
      • Paroxetine (Paxil) for Teens
      • SNRIs for Teenagers: Are They Safe?
      • Venlafaxine (Effexor XR) for Teens
      • Does Duloxetine Work for Teens?
      • Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq) for Teens
      • Tricyclic Antidepressants for Teenagers
      • Nortriptyline (Pamelor) and Mental Health in Teens
      • Bupropion (Wellbutrin) and Teen Mental Health
    • Antipsychotic Medications for Teens
      • Second-Generation Antipsychotics for Teens
      • Risperidone for Teen Mental Health
      • Olanzapine: Is Zyprexa Safe for Teens?
      • Seroquel: Quetiapine for Teens
      • Aripiprazole (Abilify) for Teens
      • Lurasidone for Treating Teen Mental Health
      • Clozapine for Teens
      • First-Generation Antipsychotics for Teens
      • Haloperidol (Haldol) for Treating Adolescent Mental Health
      • The Definitive Guide to Chlorpromazine (Thorazine) for Teens
    • Mood Stabilizers for Teens
      • Depakote for Treating Adolescent Mental Health
      • Lamotrigine for Teens
    • Anti-Anxiety Medications for Teens
      • Benzodiazepines for Teens
      • Lorazepam (Ativan) Anxiety Medication for Teenagers
      • Clonazepam: Is Klonopin Safe for Kids?
      • Diazepam (Valium) for Adolescents
      • Xanax for Teens
    • Stimulants for ADHD in Teens
      • Adderall for ADHD in Teenagers
      • Vyvanse for ADHD in Teenagers
      • Ritalin for ADHD in Teenagers
      • How Concerta Can Help Teenagers With ADHD
    • Sleep Aids for Teenagers With Insomnia
      • Sedative Antidepressants for Teens
      • Trazodone for Teens
      • Temazepam (Restoril) for Adolescents
      • Zolpidem (Ambien) for Adolescents
      • Eszopiclone (Lunesta) for Teens
    • Mental Health Support for Military Teens
      • Dealing With Academic Pressure as a Military Teen
      • Coping With Relocation: Mental Health Strategies for Military Teens
      • Returning Home From Deployment: Helping Teens Adjust
      • Family Counseling for Military Households
      • How Deployment Impacts Teen Mental Health
      • Mental Health Apps and Online Communities for Military Youth
      • Maintaining Long-Distance Friendships as a Military Teen
      • Making New Friends: Building Confidence in Military Kids
      • Constantly Moving: Military Impact on Teen Identity
      • Military Life and Teen Anxiety
      • Signs of Depression in Teens From Military Families
      • Navigating Grief and Loss in Military Youth After a Tragedy
      • Teen Suicide Risk in Military Families
      • Teen Mental Health: When Parents Transition Out of Service
      • Navigating Loneliness and Isolation in a Military Household
      • Mentorship for Military Youth
      • PTSD by Proxy in Military Families
      • Supporting a Child’s Mental Health While Your Spouse Is Deployed
      • How to Talk to Civilian Friends About Military Life and Mental Health
      • Creating Safe Spaces for Military Teens
      • What to Expect from Therapy for Military Teens
      • Toxic Resilience in Military Youth
      • TRICARE Mental Health Benefits for Adolescents
    • Perinatal Mental Health Support for Teens
      • Navigating High School While Pregnant
      • The Impact of Trauma on Teen Pregnancy
      • Comprehensive Care Models for Teen Pregnancy
      • Support Strategies for Teen Coparents
      • How to Create a Nurturing Environment for Pregnant Teens
      • Teen Pregnancy and Perinatal Anxiety: Early Intervention Strategies
      • Effective Therapies for Teen Mothers
      • How Hormones Impact Teen Mental Health in Pregnancy
      • How Teen Moms Can Use 988 Crisis Lifeline
      • The Importance of Mental Health Screening During Teen Pregnancy
      • Inpatient vs. Outpatient Mental Health Treatment for Teen Moms
      • Integrating Mental Health Care into Teen Parenting Programs
      • Mental Health Resources for Young Dads
      • Mindfulness and Trauma-Informed Therapy for Teen Moms and Dads
      • OBGYN Referrals for Perinatal Mental Health Care
      • Peer Support Groups for Pregnant Teens
      • Postpartum Depression in Teen Moms
      • Postpartum Psychosis in Teens
      • Access to Prenatal Care for Teen Moms
      • Supporting Teens Through Unplanned Pregnancy
    • Teen Anxiety: Triggers, Signs, & Effects
      • Breathwork for Anxiety Relief
      • Daily Anxiety Journaling
      • High-Functioning Anxiety in Teens
      • Somatic Experiencing for Anxiety Relief in Teens
    • Attachment Styles in Teenagers
      • Anxious Attachment in Teens
      • Avoidant Attachment in Teens
      • Codependency in Teens: Causes & Signs
      • Complex PTSD and Attachment Issues in Teens
      • DSED in Teens: What Is Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder?
      • Disorganized Attachment Style in Teens
      • Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) in Teens
      • Secure Attachment in Teens: Signs of Healthy Teen Attachment
      • Attachment Interventions in Youth
      • Attachment and Perfectionism in Teens
      • Attachment in School
      • Attachment Styles and Ghosting
      • Breaking the Cycle of Insecure Attachment
      • C-PTSD and Attachment Trauma
      • Dismissive Avoidant vs Fearful Avoidant Attachment
      • Neurodivergent Attachment Styles: How Developmental Disorders Impact Attachment
      • Eating Disorders and Attachment
      • What Is Family Enmeshment?
      • Fear of Abandonment in Teens
      • Healing Attachment Wounds in Teens
      • What Causes Insecure Attachment and Anger Issues in Teens?
      • Attachment Internal Working Model Explained
      • Building Trust in Therapy for Teens
      • Dealing With Teen Limerence
      • Parent Child Synchrony and Attachment
      • Schema Theory and Attachment Explained
      • Institutional Care and Attachment Disorders
    • What Is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?
      • BPD vs Bipolar in Teens
      • Causes of BPD in Teens
      • Managing Teen Borderline Personality Disorder in Group Activities
        • Teen BPD Treatment Options
      • The Four BPD Subtypes in Teens
    • What Is Horticultural Therapy?
      • Horticultural Therapy for Anxiety & Depression
      • Designing a Horticultural Therapy Space for Teens at Home
      • Group Gardening Therapy Activities for Teens
      • Creating Sensory Gardens for Mindfulness
      • Horticultural Therapy for Trauma in Teens
    • What Is a Nervous Breakdown?
      • Causes of Nervous Breakdowns in Teens
      • Identity Crisis in Teens
      • Nervous Breakdowns in Teen Boys: Hidden Causes & Risks
      • How to Prevent a Nervous Breakdown in Teens
      • Physical Symptoms of a Nervous Breakdown in Teens
      • Recovering From a Nervous Breakdown in Teens
      • Faith & Existential Nervous Breakdowns in Teens
      • Sleep Deprivation in Teens
      • When to Get Help for a Nervous Breakdown
      • Nervous Breakdown Triggers in Teens Girls
    • Teenage Narcissism
      • Risk Factors & Causes of Narcissism in Teens
      • Narcissism’s Impact on Teen Life & How to Cope
      • Teenage Narcissism Signs & Symptoms
    • Eating Disorders in Teens: A Guide for Families
      • Recognizing the Signs of Eating Disorders in Teenagers
      • Bulimia in Teenagers
      • Teenage Anorexia
      • Binge Eating in Teenagers
    • Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
      • Conversion Disorder vs Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
      • Treatment for Teenage Somatic Symptom Disorder
      • Symptoms of Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
      • Living With Somatic Symptom Disorder
      • Causes of Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
    • OCD in Teens
      • What Causes OCD in Teenagers? OCD Risk Factors
      • OCD Signs in Teenagers
      • Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD Teens
      • Coping With OCD as a Teenager
    • Dissociative Identity Disorder in Adolescents
      • Dissociative Identity Disorder Signs in Teenagers
      • Causes and Risk Factors of Dissociative Identity Disorder in Adolescents
      • Treatment Plans for DID Teens
      • DID Co-Occurring Disorders in Teens
    • Seasonal Affective Disorder in Teens
      • Light Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder in Teens
      • SAD Coping Skills for Teenagers
    • Psychosomatic Disorders in Teenagers
      • Psychotherapy for Psychosomatic Disorders in Teens
      • Living With Psychosomatic Disorders
      • Holistic Therapies for Psychosomatic Disorders in Adolescents
      • Medication Management for Psychosomatic Symptoms in Youth
      • Psychosomatic Treatment Programs for Teens
    • Adjustment Disorders in Teenagers
      • Types of Adjustment Disorder in Teens
      • Treatment for Adjustment Disorder in Teens: Therapy Options
      • Daily Strategies for Coping With Adjustment Disorders in Teens
    • Emotional & Behavioral Symptoms in Teens
      • Teen Irritability
      • Teen Social Withdrawal
      • Excessive Guilt & Shame in Teens
      • Crying Spells in Teens
      • Emotional Numbness in Teens
      • Self-Destructive Behavior in Teens
      • Teen Mood Swings
      • Emotional Overreactions in Teens
      • Teen Impulsivity
      • Dissatisfaction With Life in Teens
      • Anhedonia in Teens
      • Pulling Away After an Argument
      • Hypomania in Teens
      • Self-Criticism in Teens
      • Difficulty Talking About Feelings
      • Teen Avoiding Responsibilities
      • Distressing Memories in Teens
    • Physical & Stress-Related Symptoms in Teens
      • Teen Panic Attacks
      • Skin Picking in Teens
      • Heart Palpitations in Teens
      • Teen Hypervigilance
      • Nausea in Teens
      • Stress & Emotional Eating in Teens
      • Headaches in Teens
      • Teen Chronic Fatigue
      • Muscle Tension and Trembling in Teens
      • Teen Loss of Appetite
      • Fidgeting in Teens
      • Teeth Grinding in Teens
      • Restlessness in Teens
      • Sweating or Shaking During Stress
      • Why Teens Can Get Sick Often
      • Anxiety-Related Pins and Needles in Teens
      • Frequent Urination in Teens
      • Changes in Sexual Curiosity in Teens
      • Anxiety & Faint Feelings in Teens
    • Cognitive Issues in Teens
      • Racing Thoughts in Teens
      • Teen Dissociation
      • Memory Problems & Brain Fog in Teens
      • Intrusive Thoughts in Teens
      • Disorientation in Teens
      • Teen Indecisiveness
      • Overthinking & Negative Thought Patterns in Teens
      • Forgetfulness in Teens
      • Losing Track of Time Due to Stress or Anxiety
      • Fear of Being Judged in Teens
      • Mind Going Blank in Stressful Situations
      • Concentration Problems in Teens
      • Paranoid Thoughts About Friends
      • All-or-Nothing Thinking in Teens
      • Risky Decision-Making in Teens
      • Information Overload in Teens
      • Teen Confusion & Misremembering
      • Rigid Thinking in Youth
      • Scary Mental Images in Teens
    • Sleep Problems in Teens
      • Sleep Paralysis in Teens
      • Teen Restlessness
      • Teen Insomnia
      • Teen Nightmares
      • Oversleeping in Teens
      • Daytime Sleepiness in Teens
      • Bedtime Anxiety in Teens
      • Parasomnias in Teens
      • Irregular or Disrupted Sleep Schedules in Teens
    • Social & Interpersonal Symptoms in Teens
      • Teen Codependency
      • Teen Trust Issues
      • Teen Fear of Abandonment
      • People-Pleasing in Teens
      • Conflict Avoidance in Teens
      • Teen Jealousy & Insecurity
      • Approval-Seeking in Teens
      • Controlling Behavior in Teens
      • Trying Too Hard to Impress Others
      • Trust Problems in Teens
      • Teen Difficulty Accepting Help
      • Oversharing in Teens
      • The Impact of Social Comparison on Teens
      • Fear of Rejection in Teens
      • Avoiding Eye Contact in Teens
      • Teen Mistrust of Adults
      • Feeling Like a Burden
      • Over Apologizing in Teens
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  • What We Treat
    • Anxiety
      • Panic Attacks
      • Social Anxiety Disorder
      • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Depression
      • What Is Teen Depression?
        • Types of Depression
        • Major Depressive Disorder
        • Persistent Depressive Disorder
      • Common Signs of Depression in Teenagers
        • Physical Symptoms of Depression in Teens
        • Teen Depression vs. Normal Mood Swings
        • When Does Sadness Become Depression?
      • Causes of Depression in Teens
        • Does Social Media Cause Depression?
        • Family Issues Causing Teen Depression
        • Bullying and Depression in Teens
        • Genetics and Teen Depression: What’s the Link?
      • Mental Health Resources in School and Counseling Support for Teen Depression
      • Benefits of Residential Treatment for Teens With Depression
      • Therapy Options for Teenage Depression
      • How to Talk to Your Parents About Getting Help for Depression
      • Alternative and Holistic Treatments for Teen Depression
      • Medication for Teen Depression
      • Healthy Ways to Cope with Depression as a Teen
      • Impact of Depression on School, Friendships, and Daily Life
      • How Depression Affects the Teenage Brain
      • Recognizing Hidden Depression in High-Achieving Teens
      • Gender Differences in Teen Depression
      • Depression and Anxiety in Teens: What Makes Them Different and How Do They Connect?
    • Bipolar Disorder
      • Bipolar I Disorder
      • Bipolar II Disorder
      • Cyclothymia in Teens
      • Rapid Cycling Bipolar Disorder in Teens
    • Mood And Thought Disorder
    • Trauma And PTSD
    • ADHD
    • Schizophrenia
    • Technology Dependence
    • Academic & Social Challenges
    • Self-Harm
      • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Psychosis
    • Anger Treatment
      • Anger Management for Teens
        • Anger Management Issues at Home
        • Anger Management Issues in Relationships
        • Anger Management Issues in School
      • Conduct Disorder
      • Intermittent Explosive Disorder
      • Oppositional Defiant Disorder
      • Rage Disorders
      • Chronic Anger
      • Suppressed Anger
      • Displaced Anger
      • Passive-Aggressive Behavior
    • Trauma and Abuse Treatment
      • Childhood Trauma
      • Domestic Abuse
      • Emotional Abuse
      • Psychological Trauma
      • Sexual Abuse
      • Physical Abuse
  • Mental Health Services
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
    • EMDR Therapy
    • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Teens
    • Narrative Therapy for Teens
    • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
    • Somatic Therapy for Teens
    • Internal Family Systems for Teens
    • Benefits of Psychodynamic Therapy for Teens
    • Art Therapy for Emotional Expression in Teens
  • Locations
    • California
      • Bonsall – Eagle Mountain
      • Bonsall – La Reina
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Oceanaire
      • Fallbrook – Limber Pine
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Harborview
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Martingale
      • Rancho Palos Verdes – Silver Spur
      • Rolling Hills Estates – Sunnyfield
    • Virginia
      • Waterford – Clover Hill
    • Benefits of Traveling for Treatment
  • Programs
    • Residential Mental Health Treatment
    • Outpatient Mental Health Program
    • Intensive Outpatient Program
    • Summer Program
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  • Resources
    • Blog
    • Resources for Teachers & Community Leaders
      • Building a Mental Health Action Plan for Your School
      • Recognizing Warning Signs of Teen Mental Illness
      • How to Communicate With Families
      • How to Identify Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness in Students
      • Reentry Plan for Students: Supporting a Student After Mental Health Leave
      • Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Crisis
      • Implementing School-Based Mental Health Screenings
    • Resources for Parents & Caregivers
      • When Your Teen Refuses Help: Resistance to Treatment
      • The Role of Nutrition and Sleep in Teen Mental Health
      • De-escalation Techniques for Crisis Situations
      • Talking to Teens About Domestic Violence
      • Panic Attack Intervention Tips for Teen
      • Recognizing Psychosis in Teens: How to Intervene
      • PTSD Interventions for Teens
      • Severe Depression in Teens
    • Legal Rights for Patients & Families
      • Washington State Teen Mental Health Rights
      • California Mental Health Laws for Teens
      • Virginia Teen Mental Health Laws
      • The Role of Mental Health Tribunals
      • Recognizing Mistreatment in Adolescent Mental Health Treatment
      • Teen Psychiatric Hospitalization: Voluntary vs. Involuntary Commitment
      • Understanding 504 Plans and IEPs for Mental Health Needs
      • The Role of Guardianship in Adolescent Mental Health Care
      • Teens & Mental Health Rights: Confidentiality & Consent
      • Mental Health Rights in Juvenile Justice Settings
    • Parent’s Guide to Mental Health Support
      • What to Do When Your Child Is in a Mental Health Crisis
      • How Families Can Be Involved in Residential and Outpatient Care
      • Is Residential Treatment Right for Your Teen?
      • How to Prepare for Your Child’s Admission to Residential Treatment
      • Setting Boundaries When Supporting Someone in Treatment
      • Supporting a Child with Severe Mental Illness
      • Supporting Your Child in Treatment
      • What to Say to Someone in a Mental Health Crisis
      • Recognizing Codependency in Teens
      • Building a Long-Term Support Network for Your Child
      • Supporting Teens with Severe Mental Health Conditions
      • Recognizing and Responding to Parental Burnout
      • Supporting a Teen with Co-Occurring Disorders
      • Financial Planning for Teen Mental Health Treatment
      • Breadcrumbing in Teen Relationships
      • What Is the Gen Z Stare?
      • Bed Rotting and Mental Health
      • What Is Bathroom Camping?
      • Benching in Teen Relationships
      • What Is Banksying in Teen Culture?
      • Trauma Dumping vs Healthy Sharing
      • Cancel Culture Anxiety in Teens
      • What Is Teen Crashing Out?
      • Orbiting and Teen Mental Health
      • Doomscrolling and Teen Mental Health
      • Retroactive Jealousy in Teens
      • What Is Phubbing?
    • Confidentiality and Mental Health Referrals
      • Case Workers: Referring Teens to Residential or Outpatient Care
      • When to Escalate a Mental Health Concern
      • Mental Health Referral Guide for School Counselors
      • How Pediatricians Can Support Mental Health Referrals
      • Mental Health Referrals From Child Protective Services
      • Referrals From Community Mental Health Services
      • Understanding Juvenile Court Mental Health Referrals
      • Mental Health Referrals From Crisis Hotlines
      • Disability Services Mental Health Referrals for Teens
      • Mental Health Referrals From Domestic Violence Centers
      • Mental Health Referrals From Hospitals
      • Referrals From Interventionists
      • Referrals From Outpatient Therapists for Teens
      • Urgent Psychiatric Care Referrals for Teens
      • The Role of Pastoral Referrals
      • Mental Health Referrals From Veterans Affairs Medical Centers
    • Overcoming Common Barriers to Mental Health Treatment
      • Stigma and Guilt Around Seeking Mental Health Care
      • Taking Time Off School for Mental Health
      • Creating a Plan for When Your Child Returns Home
      • How to Mentally Prepare for Leaving Your Home for Residential Treatment
      • Navigating Mental Health Treatment While in School
      • Tips for Explaining Your Absence to Friends and Family
    • Innovative Treatments in Mental Healthcare
      • Neurofeedback Therapy for Teens
      • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Adolescents
    • Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis for Teens
      • Intellectual Assessments for Teens and Young Adults
      • Psychological Testing for Teens and Young Adults
      • Psychiatric Assessments in Teens and Young Adults
      • Personality Assessments for Teens and Young Adults
    • Self-Help Strategies for Teens
      • Talking to Your Parents About Your Mental Health Struggles
      • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques for Teens
      • Grounding Techniques for Teen Anxiety & Panic Attacks
      • Journaling for Teen Mental Health
      • Mindfulness & Meditation for Teens
      • Exercise & Teen Mental Health
      • How to Identify Your Emotional Triggers
      • Glow-Up Plans for Mental and Physical Health
    • Types of Antidepressants for Teens
      • Best Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors for Teens
      • Fluoxetine (Prozac) for Teens
      • Sertraline (Zoloft) for Teens
      • Citalopram (Celexa) Antidepressant for Teens
      • Escitalopram (Lexapro) for Teens
      • Paroxetine (Paxil) for Teens
      • SNRIs for Teenagers: Are They Safe?
      • Venlafaxine (Effexor XR) for Teens
      • Does Duloxetine Work for Teens?
      • Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq) for Teens
      • Tricyclic Antidepressants for Teenagers
      • Nortriptyline (Pamelor) and Mental Health in Teens
      • Bupropion (Wellbutrin) and Teen Mental Health
    • Antipsychotic Medications for Teens
      • Second-Generation Antipsychotics for Teens
      • Risperidone for Teen Mental Health
      • Olanzapine: Is Zyprexa Safe for Teens?
      • Seroquel: Quetiapine for Teens
      • Aripiprazole (Abilify) for Teens
      • Lurasidone for Treating Teen Mental Health
      • Clozapine for Teens
      • First-Generation Antipsychotics for Teens
      • Haloperidol (Haldol) for Treating Adolescent Mental Health
      • The Definitive Guide to Chlorpromazine (Thorazine) for Teens
    • Mood Stabilizers for Teens
      • Depakote for Treating Adolescent Mental Health
      • Lamotrigine for Teens
    • Anti-Anxiety Medications for Teens
      • Benzodiazepines for Teens
      • Lorazepam (Ativan) Anxiety Medication for Teenagers
      • Clonazepam: Is Klonopin Safe for Kids?
      • Diazepam (Valium) for Adolescents
      • Xanax for Teens
    • Stimulants for ADHD in Teens
      • Adderall for ADHD in Teenagers
      • Vyvanse for ADHD in Teenagers
      • Ritalin for ADHD in Teenagers
      • How Concerta Can Help Teenagers With ADHD
    • Sleep Aids for Teenagers With Insomnia
      • Sedative Antidepressants for Teens
      • Trazodone for Teens
      • Temazepam (Restoril) for Adolescents
      • Zolpidem (Ambien) for Adolescents
      • Eszopiclone (Lunesta) for Teens
    • Mental Health Support for Military Teens
      • Dealing With Academic Pressure as a Military Teen
      • Coping With Relocation: Mental Health Strategies for Military Teens
      • Returning Home From Deployment: Helping Teens Adjust
      • Family Counseling for Military Households
      • How Deployment Impacts Teen Mental Health
      • Mental Health Apps and Online Communities for Military Youth
      • Maintaining Long-Distance Friendships as a Military Teen
      • Making New Friends: Building Confidence in Military Kids
      • Constantly Moving: Military Impact on Teen Identity
      • Military Life and Teen Anxiety
      • Signs of Depression in Teens From Military Families
      • Navigating Grief and Loss in Military Youth After a Tragedy
      • Teen Suicide Risk in Military Families
      • Teen Mental Health: When Parents Transition Out of Service
      • Navigating Loneliness and Isolation in a Military Household
      • Mentorship for Military Youth
      • PTSD by Proxy in Military Families
      • Supporting a Child’s Mental Health While Your Spouse Is Deployed
      • How to Talk to Civilian Friends About Military Life and Mental Health
      • Creating Safe Spaces for Military Teens
      • What to Expect from Therapy for Military Teens
      • Toxic Resilience in Military Youth
      • TRICARE Mental Health Benefits for Adolescents
    • Perinatal Mental Health Support for Teens
      • Navigating High School While Pregnant
      • The Impact of Trauma on Teen Pregnancy
      • Comprehensive Care Models for Teen Pregnancy
      • Support Strategies for Teen Coparents
      • How to Create a Nurturing Environment for Pregnant Teens
      • Teen Pregnancy and Perinatal Anxiety: Early Intervention Strategies
      • Effective Therapies for Teen Mothers
      • How Hormones Impact Teen Mental Health in Pregnancy
      • How Teen Moms Can Use 988 Crisis Lifeline
      • The Importance of Mental Health Screening During Teen Pregnancy
      • Inpatient vs. Outpatient Mental Health Treatment for Teen Moms
      • Integrating Mental Health Care into Teen Parenting Programs
      • Mental Health Resources for Young Dads
      • Mindfulness and Trauma-Informed Therapy for Teen Moms and Dads
      • OBGYN Referrals for Perinatal Mental Health Care
      • Peer Support Groups for Pregnant Teens
      • Postpartum Depression in Teen Moms
      • Postpartum Psychosis in Teens
      • Access to Prenatal Care for Teen Moms
      • Supporting Teens Through Unplanned Pregnancy
    • Teen Anxiety: Triggers, Signs, & Effects
      • Breathwork for Anxiety Relief
      • Daily Anxiety Journaling
      • High-Functioning Anxiety in Teens
      • Somatic Experiencing for Anxiety Relief in Teens
    • Attachment Styles in Teenagers
      • Anxious Attachment in Teens
      • Avoidant Attachment in Teens
      • Codependency in Teens: Causes & Signs
      • Complex PTSD and Attachment Issues in Teens
      • DSED in Teens: What Is Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder?
      • Disorganized Attachment Style in Teens
      • Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) in Teens
      • Secure Attachment in Teens: Signs of Healthy Teen Attachment
      • Attachment Interventions in Youth
      • Attachment and Perfectionism in Teens
      • Attachment in School
      • Attachment Styles and Ghosting
      • Breaking the Cycle of Insecure Attachment
      • C-PTSD and Attachment Trauma
      • Dismissive Avoidant vs Fearful Avoidant Attachment
      • Neurodivergent Attachment Styles: How Developmental Disorders Impact Attachment
      • Eating Disorders and Attachment
      • What Is Family Enmeshment?
      • Fear of Abandonment in Teens
      • Healing Attachment Wounds in Teens
      • What Causes Insecure Attachment and Anger Issues in Teens?
      • Attachment Internal Working Model Explained
      • Building Trust in Therapy for Teens
      • Dealing With Teen Limerence
      • Parent Child Synchrony and Attachment
      • Schema Theory and Attachment Explained
      • Institutional Care and Attachment Disorders
    • What Is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?
      • BPD vs Bipolar in Teens
      • Causes of BPD in Teens
      • Managing Teen Borderline Personality Disorder in Group Activities
        • Teen BPD Treatment Options
      • The Four BPD Subtypes in Teens
    • What Is Horticultural Therapy?
      • Horticultural Therapy for Anxiety & Depression
      • Designing a Horticultural Therapy Space for Teens at Home
      • Group Gardening Therapy Activities for Teens
      • Creating Sensory Gardens for Mindfulness
      • Horticultural Therapy for Trauma in Teens
    • What Is a Nervous Breakdown?
      • Causes of Nervous Breakdowns in Teens
      • Identity Crisis in Teens
      • Nervous Breakdowns in Teen Boys: Hidden Causes & Risks
      • How to Prevent a Nervous Breakdown in Teens
      • Physical Symptoms of a Nervous Breakdown in Teens
      • Recovering From a Nervous Breakdown in Teens
      • Faith & Existential Nervous Breakdowns in Teens
      • Sleep Deprivation in Teens
      • When to Get Help for a Nervous Breakdown
      • Nervous Breakdown Triggers in Teens Girls
    • Teenage Narcissism
      • Risk Factors & Causes of Narcissism in Teens
      • Narcissism’s Impact on Teen Life & How to Cope
      • Teenage Narcissism Signs & Symptoms
    • Eating Disorders in Teens: A Guide for Families
      • Recognizing the Signs of Eating Disorders in Teenagers
      • Bulimia in Teenagers
      • Teenage Anorexia
      • Binge Eating in Teenagers
    • Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
      • Conversion Disorder vs Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
      • Treatment for Teenage Somatic Symptom Disorder
      • Symptoms of Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
      • Living With Somatic Symptom Disorder
      • Causes of Somatic Symptom Disorder in Teens
    • OCD in Teens
      • What Causes OCD in Teenagers? OCD Risk Factors
      • OCD Signs in Teenagers
      • Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD Teens
      • Coping With OCD as a Teenager
    • Dissociative Identity Disorder in Adolescents
      • Dissociative Identity Disorder Signs in Teenagers
      • Causes and Risk Factors of Dissociative Identity Disorder in Adolescents
      • Treatment Plans for DID Teens
      • DID Co-Occurring Disorders in Teens
    • Seasonal Affective Disorder in Teens
      • Light Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder in Teens
      • SAD Coping Skills for Teenagers
    • Psychosomatic Disorders in Teenagers
      • Psychotherapy for Psychosomatic Disorders in Teens
      • Living With Psychosomatic Disorders
      • Holistic Therapies for Psychosomatic Disorders in Adolescents
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