Teen Therapy & Counseling in Carlsbad

If your teen is navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bullying, or life transitions, we're here to provide a safe, confidential space for growth. In-person sessions in Carlsbad or secure telehealth across California via private pay or through insurance.

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Call Us At (760) 206-3807

Why Coastline Counseling Group

Adolescence brings unique challenges from school pressures and social dynamics to mood changes and self-discovery. At Coastline Counseling Group, our licensed therapists specialize in supporting teens ages 12+ and their families, creating a trusting environment to explore feelings, build coping skills, and foster resilience. Learn more about our therapists here and what they specialize in. We offer private pay and insurance for payments making it easy to find a solution that works best for you. Curious what insurances we take? We currently take Tricare, Optum/UBH, Cigna, and Aetna and please give us a call if you are unsure if your plan covers your session’s cost.

Signs Your Teen May Benefit from Therapy

At Coastline Counseling Group, we offer the following services

  • Increased irritability, mood swings, or withdrawal from friends/family

  • Persistent worry, perfectionism, or negative self-talk

  • Changes in sleep, appetite, energy, or academic performance

  • Low confidence, self-esteem struggles, or impacts from bullying

  • Difficulty coping with school, social pressures, or life changes in North County

Many teens face these amid life transitions. Prioritzing early support can make a lasting difference.

How We Help You At Coastline Counseling

Our teen counseling in Carlsbad uses age-appropriate, evidence-informed approaches to help adolescents process emotions, strengthen self-esteem, and develop tools for life's ups and downs. We collaborate with parents (with teen consent) while prioritizing the young person's voice.

  • Build practical coping strategies for anxiety, stress, and mood

  • Explore self-worth, identity, and healthy relationships

  • Navigate bullying, school challenges, or family dynamics

  • Foster resilience and hope for the future

Ready to Support Your Teen? Start Today.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Teen Therapy

  • Sessions are teen-centered and collaborative, focusing on their experiences, goals, and strengths. We use tools like CBT, mindfulness techniques, or relational approaches at their pace, with parent check-ins as appropriate.

  • Teen therapy can be highly effective with research showing significant improvements in mood, self-esteem, and coping skills for 70–85% of adolescents with anxiety/depression (per APA and recent studies). Early intervention may help prevent escalation.

  • Yes, secure video sessions are effective and convenient, following state guidelines and HIPAA standards. Ideal for families with busy schedules.

  • We respect teen confidentiality while involving parents for safety/support (e.g., progress updates, family sessions if helpful). It's a partnership tailored to the teen's needs.

  • If changes in mood, behavior, withdrawal, or self-esteem persist and affect school/friends/family and self-help isn't enough, therapy can provide relief and tools. A free consult can help assess if we are a good fit.