THERAPY SERVICES
Therapy for Adolescents and Teens
Therapy for adolescents and teens offers a supportive space to manage anxiety, build self-confidence, and work through life’s challenges. Our therapists help teens navigate school stress, friendships, family dynamics, and the emotional ups and downs of growing up.
BASED IN REDONDO BEACH, CA
Therapy Services for Adolescents and Teens
At Catherine Alvarado, LMFT & Associates, we are dedicated to supporting adolescents, teens, and families in Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, and throughout the South Bay. We recognize how challenging these years can be and how much growth and change takes place during this time. Therapy provides a steady, compassionate space where teens can process experiences, develop resilience, and feel understood.
Whether it’s academic pressure, social struggles, or family stress, we walk alongside teens and their parents to foster stronger communication and deeper connection. Therapy can also give teens a much-needed outlet for self-expression, where they can safely share their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. This helps young people feel truly heard, supported, and valued.
We provide therapy services for:
Adolescents learning to navigate identity, friendships, and emotional health
Teens facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, or family conflict
Parents & Families seeking support in strengthening relationships and communication
Tools for Stress, Identity, and Relationships
Adolescent and teen therapy is about more than managing difficulties—it’s about building a foundation for growth, resilience, and confidence. These years often come with new responsibilities, changing relationships, academic pressure, and big decisions about the future. Therapy provides a safe space where teens can explore emotions, reflect on experiences, and develop healthier ways of coping with the ups and downs of life.
Sessions may focus on challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, and family conflict. Many young people also benefit from support in navigating school and work pressures, identity development, or the transition toward greater independence. Therapy equips teens with tools to manage stress, communicate more effectively, and strengthen their sense of self—skills that can carry them into adulthood with more confidence and stability.
Our goal is to support both teens and their families by fostering stronger connections, improving communication, and encouraging trust. By working together, therapy helps teens feel understood and supported while also providing parents with insight and strategies to nurture their child’s growth. With guidance and encouragement, teens can move forward with greater clarity, balance, and hope for the future.
ADOLESCENCE is full of changes
Therapy offers tools to navigate them with confidence.
common concerns
Adolescent and Teen Therapy Can Help With
Anxiety and stress management
Depression and mood challenges
Relationship concerns and communication struggles
Life transitions and major changes
Grief, loss, and emotional healing
Self-esteem, boundaries, and confidence building
Trauma recovery and PTSD support
Work-related stress and burnout
Emotional regulation and healthy coping skills
Personal growth, self-awareness, and clarity
Catherine alvarado, lmft & associates
Find an Experienced Adolescent & Teen Therapist in the South Bay Area
At Catherine Alvarado, LMFT & Associates, our therapists specialize in supporting adolescents and teens who may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, self-esteem struggles, or family and school pressures. Teen therapy provides a safe space to process emotions, work through challenges, and develop healthy coping skills that can support long-term growth and resilience.
We offer therapy for adolescents and teens navigating concerns such as social anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, friendship or relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Sessions are designed to help teens feel more understood, supported, and equipped to handle the ups and downs of adolescence with confidence.
Therapy is available in person at our holistic space in Redondo Beach and online across California, making teen therapy accessible to families throughout the South Bay, including Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, and El Segundo. If you’re looking for adolescent or teen therapy in Redondo Beach or searching for a trusted South Bay teen therapist, our team is here to provide compassionate care and guidance.
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Catherine Alvarado, LMFT 134744
OWNER & CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
Catherine Alvarado, LMFT, is a licensed Redondo Beach therapist, EMDR Certified Therapist & Consultant in Training specializing in anxiety, trauma, and EMDR therapy for adults, teens, and children. Learn More
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Emily Feldt Shabel, AMFT 151325
SUPERVISED BY CATHERINE ALVARADO, LMFT 134744
Emily is a registered associate therapist in Redondo Beach, specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy for relationships, self-esteem, and creative professionals. Learn More
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Monika Arana, AMFT 140548
SUPERVISED BY CATHERINE ALVARADO, LMFT 134744
Monika is a registered associate therapist in Redondo Beach, specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy for trauma, inner child work, and nervous system regulation. Learn More
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