Teen Therapy

 

Adolescence is a time of profound growth and self-discovery, but can also bring with it a set of unique emotional, behavioral and social challenges. At Self Space, we help teens dealing with issues ranging from anxiety and depression to family conflicts and peer pressure build healthier relationships - both the relationship with themselves and with others. 

Our team of therapists are here to connect, support and empower teens by offering a safe and non-judgmental space for them to explore their thoughts and feelings, build coping skills, and develop a strong sense of self.

Though deciding to seek help can feel challenging, adolescence is an ideal time to come to therapy, as the teen brain is resilient, adaptable, and eager for growth and change. Therapeutic support can set teens up to head into a healthy and thriving adulthood.

 

Choose a therapist below or contact us for help finding the right fit.

 

To the Parent/Caregiver of a Teen Client

 

We are so happy that your teen is open to therapy and that we get to build a relationship with them! We are honored to come alongside your teen, and in that way come alongside you. Below is some helpful information for you as your teen begins therapy.

 
 

  • As the parent or guardian of a minor who is seeking treatment, please know that under Washington State law, any child age 13 or older can independently consent to mental health treatment without your permission. In addition, parents or guardians may not generally access the treatment record of a client aged 13 or older without that client’s written permission. Under certain circumstances, the parent of an adolescent may consent, on behalf of the adolescent, to a mental health or substance use assessment and limited treatment. The only instances in which a therapist will break confidentiality is if someone’'s safety is in jeopardy.

    Your child's therapist will discuss their rights with them, and give them the opportunity to sign a release of information (ROI) should they want the therapist to discuss their treatment with you.

  • We understand that many parents schedule their teens therapy, help them complete the intake paperwork, and also pay for therapy. Our intake coordinator will work with you to help set up the first therapy appointment for your teen, and can send the intake forms and credit card authorization directly to you for the sake of simplicity. You are welcome to contact your teens therapist with scheduling or billing questions directly, but the therapist will not be disclosing anything discussed in the confidential therapy sessions themselves.

  • We will keep a credit card on file for your teen, and that card will be charged at midnight the night of any session attended. The cancellation policy is 72 hours.

    Please let your teens therapist know if you would like a superbill to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. This will be emailed to you directly once a month when requested.

  • We are not able to provide a recommendation, evaluation, or opinion, in any legal forum relating to separation, divorce, child custody, visitation, or parenting plans.