Online Therapy for Children and Teens
ages 6 - 18
Help Your Child Feel Better, Build Confidence, and Thrive
Child & Teen Therapists Accepting New Patients
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Iris Evans, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Works with teens 12–18 experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, and family transitions
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Dieu Huang, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Works with teens 12-18 and boys with attention and behavioral problems
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Chaylese Jefferson, MA
Pre-Licensed Therapist
Works with children with anxiety and depression.
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Danielle Cotton, MA
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Works with children with anxiety and depression.
Child and Teen Issues Take Many Forms
Clients Come To Us For:
Depression
Anxiety
Behavior problems
Attention problems
Learning and academic problems
Family conflict
If your child or teen is experiencing any of these challenges, schedule a consultation.
Based on US data from the Child and Adolescent Health Measurement Initiative (2021–2022)
10% of children ages 3-17 had current, diagnosed anxiety (9% of males and 11% of females).
7% of children ages 3-17 had current, diagnosed behavior disorders (10% of males and 5% of females)
4% of children ages 3-17 had current, diagnosed depression (3% of males and 6% of females).
Frequently Asked Questions
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New Life Therapy provides online therapy for children and teens ages 6–18. Treatment options depend on the child's age, needs, and the clinician's experience.
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Online therapy can be effective for many children and adolescents, particularly when they can participate comfortably and privately. Suitability depends on the child's age, developmental needs, presenting concerns, and ability to engage in virtual sessions. The therapist will help determine whether telehealth is appropriate.
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Parents and caregivers are often involved in treatment, especially with younger children. The level of involvement depends on the child's age, clinical needs, and treatment goals. The therapist will explain how parent participation and communication will work.
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Therapy includes important privacy protections, including for adolescents. The therapist will explain confidentiality, parental access to information, and circumstances when disclosure may be required for safety or by law. These considerations can differ depending on the child's age and legal circumstances.
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The first appointment is an intake assessment. The therapist gathers information about your child's concerns, history, strengths, and goals. Parent participation will be discussed based on the child's age and clinical needs.
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Many patients begin with weekly sessions, although frequency is individualized. Your child's therapist will recommend a schedule based on their needs and progress.
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Insurance coverage depends on your plan and the clinician providing treatment. Our team can help you review coverage and estimated out-of-pocket costs before your appointment.
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You can select an available provider and request or book an intake appointment through our online scheduling system. If you need help choosing a provider or navigating the booking process, our team can assist.
Get Started in 4 Steps
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Click the link to request an appointment or consultation, and specify what you are looking for or book directly.
You will be contacted within 24-48 hours. -
After receiving your contact, options will be provided for having a consultation or directly scheduling an appointment.
The first appointment will be a 1 hour long intake appointment with your provider, who will gather background information to develop diagnosis and treatment plan. -
Forms will be sent to you to review and complete, pertaining to the appointment.
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The first meeting will be 1 hour long, as well as each session following the intake to get to know your child/family, and understand their particular challenges.
Approaches We Use for Therapy with Children and Teens
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Focuses on changing negative thoughts and beliefs related to the trauma.
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Helps people with anxiety by reframing their stories and challenging negative self-narratives, using externalizing, reframing and deconstruction.
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IFS aims to help clients mindfully separate from their trauma-related thoughts, sensations, and emotions, in order to bolster the ability to be a compassionate witnesses to their traumatic experience without reliving or becoming overwhelmed by it.
Clients Who Participate in Therapy With Us Report
Children understand and express their emotions healthily.
Provides tools for managing stress, anxiety, and anger.
Equips children with strategies for dealing with challenges, such as difficult situations, conflicts, and loss.
Helps children develop a positive sense of self and build confidence in their abilities.
Fewer behavioral problems.

