WHO WE SUPPORT

Adolescent & Teen Therapy

Catherine Alvarado, LMFT & Associates offers in-person and virtual therapy services for adolescents and teens of Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, El Segundo, and the rest of the South Bay area.

REDONDO BEACH TEEN & ADOLESCENT THERAPY


Creating a Safe Space for Teens to Open Up

Adolescents often feel misunderstood—and therapy shouldn’t add to that. Our South Bay teen therapists bring a calm, grounded presence to each session, creating space where teens can show up exactly as they are. Whether they’re dealing with anxiety, school pressure, or big emotions they can’t yet name, we meet them with compassion, curiosity, and respect. Building trust takes time, and that’s something we truly honor.

areas of support for adolescent and teen therapy

Specialties & Focus Areas

  • Anxiety & Panic Symptoms

  • Depression & Low Mood

  • Emotional Overwhelm

  • School & Academic Stress

  • Exploring Identity & Self

  • Self-Esteem & Confidence

  • Friendship & Peer Struggles

  • Family Conflict & Tension

  • Life Changes & Transitions

  • Trauma & Difficult Memories

  • Perfectionism & Pressure

  • Grief, Loss & Adjustment

  • Boundaries & Assertiveness

  • Stress-Related Body Symptoms

Treatment Tailored to Teens’ Needs

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