Teen-focused 1:1 sessions
Individual counseling
Licensed counselors help teens build coping skills, process emotions, and work toward goals in a confidential virtual setting.
Virtual IOP & OP · Ages 12–17 · CaliforniaIn-network insurance accepted
949-461-2620
Teen counseling · Ages 12–17
Teen counseling for families ready to take the next step
Licensed counselors specializing in adolescents — virtual counseling for California teens ages 12–17 through our IOP and outpatient programs. Clear answers for parents searching 'teen counseling' and 'adolescent counseling.'
- Joint Commission accredited
- In-network insurance
- CBT & DBT
- California telehealth
Mental Health For Teens · Portal
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4:00 PM · 90 min · Dr. Solis
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12–17
ages served
Virtual
care across CA
CBT · DBT
evidence-based care
Free
consultation
★ Joint Commission AccreditedIn-network with major insuranceCBT · DBT · Family therapyAvailable across CaliforniaFree, confidential consultations
Counseling for adolescents
Counselor-led care — with the structure parents often need
Parents searching for teen counseling usually want a trusted clinician, plain-language guidance, and a plan that fits school and family life. Our virtual programs deliver that through licensed counselors who specialize in adolescents. Counseling here means more than a single weekly session when clinically needed — coordinated individual, group, and family work within IOP or outpatient, not disconnected drop-ins. Whether you call it counseling or therapy, our clinicians recommend the right program intensity based on safety, symptoms, and family goals — not marketing labels.
- ✓Licensed clinicians specializing in adolescents
- ✓CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed group therapy
- ✓Family therapy and parent coaching built in
- ✓Psychiatry available when clinically indicated
- ✓Insurance verification before enrollment
- ✓Free, confidential consultation to assess fit
Start with a free consultation: we'll assess fit, explain program intensity, and verify insurance before your teen begins.
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How counseling fits
Counseling within IOP and outpatient — not a standalone quick fix
Teen counseling at our practice is delivered through structured virtual programs when symptoms need more than occasional support. Counselors work alongside therapists, group facilitators, and psychiatrists on one team. If weekly counseling alone is enough, outpatient may be the right fit. If symptoms are escalating, we'll discuss IOP honestly.
Level of care
Outpatient therapy
1–3 sessions weekly for teens who need ongoing support without intensive structure.
Level of care
IOP
9–12 clinical hours weekly — our most common starting point when symptoms are escalating.
Level of care
Virtual IOP
Same clinical intensity, purpose-built telehealth workflow for families across California.
Level of care
Residential / inpatient
When 24/7 monitoring is required, we refer to trusted partners and plan step-down care.
What counseling includes
Evidence-based counseling coordinated across the week
Counseling sessions are part of IOP or outpatient — individual and family counseling with optional group skills work.
Individual counselingFamily counseling
Parents at the table
Family counseling
Family counseling sessions help caregivers respond supportively and improve communication during difficult periods.
At a glance
Counseling frequency depends on program level
Outpatient counseling is typically 1–3 sessions weekly; IOP includes counseling across 9–12 clinical hours per week.
Outpatient
1–3 sessions / week
Individual and family counseling
IOP
9–12 hrs / week
Counseling embedded in group and family work
Delivery
Secure telehealth
California ages 12–17
Consultation
Free
Insurance verified before enrollment
Exact schedule set at intake after clinical assessment.
Weekly rhythm
Flexible scheduling around school
Your teen's exact schedule is built at intake based on clinical needs and availability.
Typical cadence
1–3 sessions / week
Session length
50–60 minutes
Format
Secure telehealth
Session days
Tuesday & Thursday
After-school telehealth
Individual, family, or group — based on your care plan
1–3× / weekSkills homework
Optional between-session practice when clinically helpful
Practice
School · activities · rest
Other days
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Full school day and normal activities without clinical blocks
SchoolWeekend
Rest and family time; optional skill practice from the week
Rest
Personalized at intake
Personalized at intake
Exact days and times are confirmed after your free consultation based on clinical needs.
What families ask
- Most families start with one to two sessions weekly and adjust as symptoms improve.
- The same clinician follows your teen for continuity — not a rotating schedule.
- Step-down from IOP often means fewer groups and more individual focus.
Schedules adjust as teens step down or need more support.
Why teen counseling works
Counselor-led support with real program structure
Counselor expertise
Licensed clinicians who specialize in adolescents — not generalists.
Parent partnership
Family counseling keeps caregivers aligned with teen goals.
Virtual convenience
Counseling from home across California — fewer missed sessions.
Program structure
IOP or OP when counseling needs more than one hour weekly.
Clinical fit
Who teen counseling helps
Counseling through our programs suits California teens ages 12–17 whose parents want counselor-led, family-involved virtual care.
Often a good fit for IOP
Parents searching for adolescent counseling or teen counseling near me (virtual statewide)
Teens with anxiety, depression, school stress, or family conflict
Families wanting counselor-led guidance plus program structure
Teens who can engage in virtual sessions with home support
Not the right level
Immediate safety crises — call 911 or 988
Teens needing 24/7 monitoring — we refer to higher levels
Children under 12 — our counseling serves ages 12–17
Counseling vs weekly sessions alone
When structured programs support counseling goals
Single-session-per-week counseling helps some teens. Our IOP adds group, family, and skills contact when counseling goals aren't progressing fast enough.
Traditional weekly therapy
Private-pay, 1:1
Our program
Virtual IOP
Structured, in-network
Time with your care team
~50 minutes per week
6–12+ hours per week
Group & peer support
Rarely included
Built in, every week
Family therapy
Add-on, if offered
Included
Support between sessions
Limited
Coordinated care team
Insurance
Often partial or out-of-network
In-network, benefits verified free
Typical out-of-pocket
$150–250 per session — week after week
One program, largely insurance-covered
Momentum
Gradual
Structured, faster progress
Weekly therapy
Private-pay
Virtual IOP
In-network
Time with your care team
~50 minutes per week
6–12+ hours per week
Group & peer support
Rarely included
Built in, every week
Family therapy
Add-on, if offered
Included
Support between sessions
Limited
Coordinated care team
Insurance
Often partial or out-of-network
In-network, benefits verified free
Typical out-of-pocket
$150–250 per session — week after week
One program, largely insurance-covered
Momentum
Gradual
Structured, faster progress
Getting started
From first call to first session
Most families move from first call to first session within days — not weeks of waiting.
Free consultation
A confidential call to understand your teen and answer every question — no pressure.
Clinical assessment
A licensed clinician evaluates safety, functioning, and the right level of care — including insurance authorization support.
Personalized care plan
We match the right level of care and verify your insurance benefits for you.
Begin counseling
Begin within days — secure video sessions from the comfort of home.
Conditions we treat
Teen counseling supports teens facing real challenges
Teen anxiety
Panic, worry, school avoidance, and social anxiety that interfere with daily life.
Teen depression
Persistent low mood, numbness, withdrawal, and loss of interest.
Trauma & PTSD
Processing painful experiences in a trauma-informed virtual setting.
Self-harm concerns
Structured support and safety planning when self-injury is part of the picture.
School refusal
Gradual re-entry planning alongside anxiety and mood treatment.
Emotional dysregulation
DBT-informed skills for intense emotions and impulsive reactions.
Insurance & admissions
We verify benefits before your teen starts — no surprise bills
Our admissions team handles authorization and explains estimated out-of-pocket costs in plain language before enrollment.
In-network with major California plans
Authorization support included
Transparent cost conversation before day one
Superbill assistance for out-of-network cases when applicable
In-network carriers include
Aetna
Cigna
Optum
Blue Shield of CA
Magellan
+ more
Don't see your plan? We also support out-of-network cases with superbills — we'll explain options during your free consultation.
Family stories
What parents say about virtual care
“For the first time in a year, our daughter looked forward to something. The virtual groups gave her a place to belong.”
Related reading
More on IOP & teen care
Service guide
IOP for teens
Structured virtual intensive outpatient when weekly therapy isn't enough.
Read moreService guide
Virtual IOP for teens
Purpose-built telehealth IOP for families across California.
Read moreService guide
Outpatient program
Flexible 1–3 sessions weekly for ongoing support or IOP step-down.
Read moreService guide
Teen therapy
Our main virtual therapy service page for adolescents ages 12–17.
Read moreFAQ
Common questions
Many families use the terms interchangeably. We offer both search-friendly pages; clinically, care is delivered through the same virtual IOP and outpatient programs with licensed counselors and therapists.
Yes. All our counseling for teens ages 12–17 is delivered through secure telehealth across California.
Yes. Family counseling and parent coaching are built into our programs when clinically appropriate.
Care is delivered through outpatient or IOP so counseling is coordinated with group and family work when needed — not isolated single sessions sold separately.
Book a free consultation. We'll assess fit, recommend outpatient or IOP, and verify insurance.
Prefer to talk with someone?
Consultations are free and confidential.
Explore teen counseling for your adolescent
Book a free consultation. We'll explain counseling options within our virtual IOP and outpatient programs.