Adolescents may enter therapy for a wide number of reasons. Some may have situational crises. Others have genetic predispositions to depression, anxiety or obsessive-compulsive behavior that show up acutely during the teen years.
I have extensive experience working with male adolescents both in private practice and various treatment facilities. While I custom-tailor each intervention to meet the unique needs of the presenting concern, I use individual, family and group therapy to address adolescent depression, anxiety or behavior problems.
Group therapy is particularly helpful in addressing adolescent concerns. Research has shown that adolescents are influenced strongest by their peer group. Group therapy provides a safe context for adolescents to explore their values, thinking and behavior. This process helps individuals gain greater insight and enhance their decision-making process.