Teen Therapists in Houston, TX
Our team has years of experience in teen mental health — including working in high school settings as well as adolescent treatment programs.
Is your teen pulling away from you?
Do they seem unsure of who they are or where they fit?
Are you worried about their confidence, friendships, or impulsive behavior?
Teen years are about figuring out identity. That can look like mood swings, risk taking, or rejecting family. Parents often tell us, “I just want my kid back.” Teens tell us they feel misunderstood, isolated, or pressured. They want independence but still need support. They crave someone in their corner who is not their parent.
Teens Come To Us When They Experience
Low self esteem
Social anxiety
Feeling isolated
Big emotions
Impulsive choices
Risky behavior
Family conflict
Identity confusion
How Teen Therapy With Us Works
We start by building authentic rapport. Your teen needs to trust that we are not just another authority figure. We are not another parent. We are their advocate and a teammate on their side of the net.
Sessions are collaborative and direct. We help teens slow down impulses, understand their emotions, and learn how to communicate what they need without blowing up or shutting down.
Modalities We Use
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches impulse control, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness when feelings feel too big.
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Strengthens trust with safe adults and improves relationship patterns at home.
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Focuses on mindfulness and acceptance to help you stop fighting difficult thoughts and start living a values-driven life.
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Helps teens name and express appropriately what they feel instead of acting it out.
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Explores interests, values, and what they like and do not like as they grow into themselves.
We also collaborate with parents.
Together, we create a plan so the whole family knows how to respond and support growth.
Reconnect With Your Child
As teens gain clarity and skills, families can repair communication.
After Therapy, Parents + Teens Report:
Better emotional control
Fewer blow ups
Improved school performance
Improved impulsivity
Healthier friendships
Clearer communication
More confidence
Less family conflict
Progress does not mean perfection, but it does mean a steadier ground for everyone.
Meet the Team of Teen Specialists
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![Mary Duran, LCSW, LCDC - Houston therapist specializing in borderline personality disorder]()
Mary Duran, LCSW, LCDC
OWNER | PSYCHOTHERAPIST
MORE ABOUT ME
I specialize in supporting teens with big emotions and complex behaviors that leave everyone feeling overwhelmed. I provide a steady relationship that serves as an anchor for your teen, helping them untangle intense emotional cycles so they can move from a state of constant chaos to feeling grounded, secure, and understood. -
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Gabriela Treviño, LCSW
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space for teens navigating the deep impact of school stress, social anxiety, or overwhelming past experiences. My focus is on healing the roots of their distress and processing the past to build the emotional resilience needed for a more stable home life and a confident future.
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![Meghan Zeien, LCSW - Houston therapist specializing in borderline personality disorder]()
Meghan Zeien, LCSW
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
I provide an intentional, active space for teens navigating high-pressure academic and social environments. As an advocate in their growth, I help them build a toolkit to manage big emotions and heal from trauma, moving them away from stuck cycles and toward a more purposeful, intentional life.
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![Tayler Duden, LCSW - Houston therapist specializing in teens, young adults, and parents]()
Tayler Duden, LCSW
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
I bring a creative, collaborative approach to teens who are struggling to find their voice or feel misunderstood. I act as a teammate in their corner, using techniques to help them quiet their inner critic, manage the pressures of growing up, and move from just getting by to feeling truly confident and present.
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![Nicole Duarte, LCSW, CCTP, NATC - individual therapist in Houston, TX specializing in therapy for teens]()
Nicole Duarte, LCSW, CCTP, NATC
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
I bring a warm, trauma-informed approach to working with teens navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and the pressures of growing up. I use CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to help you manage big emotions, build confidence, and develop practical tools to feel grounded and understood in your everyday life, in English or Spanish.
Education, Credentials,
& Trainings
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas
Specialized Training in Adolescent Mental Health
Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Therapy Training
Experience in School and Intensive Treatment Settings, including The Menninger Clinic, UT Health, The Children’s Assessment Center, and The Council on Recovery
3 Steps To Get Started
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Fill out the contact form and share a few details about your teen and your concerns.
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We will schedule a short call to discuss fit, answer questions, and explain how confidentiality works with teens.
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We meet with your teen to begin building trust, understand their world, and set goals together.
FAQs about Therapy for Teens
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We work with adolescents 12 and up, offering a space where they can talk openly without feeling judged or lectured.
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We maintain confidentiality with teen clients to build the trust needed for real progress, but we'll always loop parents in on general treatment goals, progress, and any safety concerns. The specifics of what's discussed in session stay between the therapist and your teen unless there's a risk to their safety or someone else's.
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If you're noticing withdrawal from friends or family, changes in mood or sleep, dropping grades, increased irritability, or your teen mentioning feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed, therapy can help them build coping skills before things escalate. You don't need a crisis to start, early support often makes the biggest difference.
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We work with teens navigating anxiety, depression, identity development, family conflict, executive functioning skills, emotional dysregulation, and the everyday pressures of school and social life. We also have a specialization in working with teens struggling with symptoms of borderline personality disorder and substance use.
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Rates:
Initial Intake (60 minutes): $250
Standard Session (45 minutes): $200
Extended Session (60 minutes): $230
Family & Couples Therapy (50 minutes): $250
Following your initial assessment, we will collaborate with you to determine which session length best supports your treatment goals.
Rates for Mary Duran, LCSW, LCDC
Initial Assessment (60 minutes): $275
Individual Therapy (45 minutes): $230
Individual Therapy (60 minutes): $250
Family Therapy (50 minutes): $300
Specialized Services
Case Management: Due to the specialized nature of case management, pricing is customized based on the level of support required. Please reach out to us for details.
Substance Use Disorder Assessment: Pricing provided upon request.
Rates listed are effective for the 2026 calendar year and are subject to annual adjustment.