Therapy for Teens & Young Adults
Being a teen or young adult can be complicated.
Sometimes you know something doesn’t feel right, but you’re not sure why. Maybe you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, self-doubt, perfectionism, or feeling overwhelmed. Maybe school, relationships, family, or the pressure to figure out who you are is taking more out of you than you want to admit. Or maybe past experiences are still affecting the way you think, feel, and respond today.
Whether you’re navigating high school, college, work, relationships, becoming more independent, or figuring out what you want your life to look like, therapy can give you space to slow things down and make sense of what you’re experiencing.
As a high school counselor and therapist, I’ve spent years working with teens and young adults. My style is active, collaborative, and direct. I’ll listen, ask questions, offer perspective, teach practical skills, and challenge you when it’s helpful. We’ll explore what’s happening now while making room to understand patterns, past experiences, and what may be underneath the surface.
You’ll also have space to make your own connections, figure things out, and decide what feels right for you.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. You just need a place to start.
Why Altera Counseling?
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and high school counselor with more than 15 years of experience working with adolescents and young adults.
Working in both school counseling and therapy gives me a different perspective. I understand the environments young people are actually living in, not just what happens in a therapy session. I know how academic pressure, friendships, family dynamics, social expectations, relationships, work, and major life changes can all intersect.
A Few Things to Know
Ages 13–30
I work with teens and young adults.
Telehealth
Sessions are currently offered online. Serving Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Edmonds, Seattle, and all of Washington.
Sliding Scale
Sessions are $70–$90, with the rate chosen before completing intake paperwork.
Evening & Weekend Availability
Appointments are available outside traditional school and work hours. Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 4:00 PM– 8:00 PM Saturday & Sunday: 1:00 PM– 7:00 PM
Private Pay
I do not bill insurance directly, but I can provide a monthly statement for possible out-of-network reimbursement.