in-person & Online
Teen & Family therapy
in California
When you’re not sure how to help your teen
I provide therapy for teens and their families during periods of stress, difficulty, or major transition. Therapy can help manage what feels overwhelming, uncover what’s driving behavior, support stability and safety, and reduce tension at home so families can focus on what needs attention. Therapy provides a safe space for teens to feel understood while learning practical tools to manage emotions, stress, and relationships. With support and guidance, teens can build confidence, resiliency, and hope—often discovering strengths they didn’t know they had.
I work with families in Petaluma, Marin County, and the Palos Verdes area, offering both in-person and secure online/telehealth services across California.
Your teen doesn’t need to fit into a single category to benefit from therapy.
I have experience working with teens and their families who are experiencing situations like these:
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Depression & Anxiety
You are noticing your teen is experiencing ongoing sadness, worry, irritability, low motivation, or withdrawal and find yourself asking whether this is stress, something deeper, or a sign they need support.Emotional regulation
Big emotions take over quickly, and once they do, it is hard for your teen to calm down or reset.Trauma
Your teen’s reactions feel outsized or hard to explain, and you wonder whether past or ongoing experiences are shaping how they respond now.Self-harm
You are noticing signs that your teen may be hurting themselves to manage intense emotions, and you are scared, unsure what to say, and worried about keeping them safe.
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Anger, rage, or aggression
Outbursts escalate quickly, conversations fall apart, and everyone is left exhausted and unsure what set it off.Disrespect and boundaries
Every interaction feels like a power struggle, and you are questioning which limits help and which seem to make things worse.Avoiding responsibility
Schoolwork, chores, or expectations are being avoided or shut down, and nothing you try seems to change it.Rule-breaking
Boundaries are being crossed again and again, and you are unsure how serious the situation is or how concerned you should be.Lying
You are no longer sure what to trust, and that uncertainty is straining your relationship.Self-harm
You are noticing signs that your teen may be hurting themselves to manage intense emotions, and you are scared, unsure what to say, and worried about keeping them safe. -
Drug or alcohol use
Experimentation or ongoing use is raising concerns about safety, coping, or what this might turn into if nothing changes.Vaping or nicotine use
Use feels frequent or hidden, and stopping does not seem simple or within your or your teen’s control. -
Divorce or family transitions
Changes at home are affecting emotions, behavior, or communication in ways that feel hard to steady.School avoidance
Getting to school has become a daily struggle, often tied to anxiety, overwhelm, or burnout.Suspensions or disciplinary issues
Repeated consequences are piling up, and it feels like the real issue is not being addressed.Failing classes
Grades are slipping, motivation is low, and you are unsure how much pressure or support is needed right now. -
Bullying
You are worried about how exclusion, teasing, or harassment may be affecting your teen’s confidence, mood, or willingness to go to school.Isolation or difficulty with friendships
Your teen seems lonely or disconnected, even if they insist everything is fine.Gender or sexual identity
Questions around identity are coming up, and you are trying to support your teen while also navigating your own uncertainty or concern.Negative peer influence
Friends appear to be pulling your teen toward choices that worry you, and you are unsure how much to intervene.Sex and intimacy concerns
You are unsure how to approach conversations about relationships, boundaries, consent, or experiences that feel important but hard to talk about. -
ADHD
Focus, impulse control, or emotional regulation feel like constant struggles, and the pressure at school or at home is starting to affect confidence and relationships.Autism spectrum
Social, sensory, or communication differences feel harder to manage as your teen gets older and expectations increase, leaving you unsure how best to support them. -
Your family has recently been through a hospitalization, rehab, or serious safety concern, and things at home may feel fragile or uncertain. You may be trying to understand what your teen needs now, how much to step in, and how to move forward without everything escalating again.
In these situations, therapy is often used alongside other supports to help bring things back into balance at home, talk through what has happened, and plan next steps carefully.
This work often includes coordination with treatment programs, psychiatrists, schools, and other providers. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient programs and continue to partner with local facilities to support teens and families during and after transitions in care.
About
Cameron
HELPING FAMILIES THROUGH DIFFICULT MOMENTS
MY APPROACH
My approach is grounded and practical, focused on understanding what is driving a teen’s behavior in the context of their family, environment, and daily life.
I work collaboratively with teens and parents to identify strengths, understand patterns that develop under stress, and focus on changes that support safety, stability, and forward movement. I am supportive and steady, while also being honest and direct when clarity or structure is needed.
More about my approach
EXPERIENCE AND Education
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with experience working with teens and families in both residential treatment and intensive outpatient clinical settings, including acute and high-risk adolescent treatment programs.
My education includes an M.S. in Clinical Counseling from California State University, Fullerton, a M.A. in Theological Studies from Duke University, and undergraduate degree from UCLA.
Ways to
work together
services
teen therapy
For teens ages 12–19 dealing with anxiety, depression, substance use, defiance, or social challenges. Helping to build awareness, communication skills, and resilience.
Family therapy
Focused sessions that bring parents and teens together to set goals, improve communication, and reduce conflict. Getting everyone on the same team again.
parent support
A place to talk through what’s going on with your teen and make sense of it. Helping parents figure out what to do, what not to do, and when to step in.
next steps
free initial consult
You don’t need a diagnosis, a plan, or the right words to start. This is a ~20-minute, no-pressure conversation to help you understand what’s going on and decide what to do next.
A short phone or video consultation to talk through what’s been happening with your teen and what’s most concerning right now.
01 · Start with a conversation
02 · Get perspective
We’ll look at patterns, context, and what may be driving the behavior, not just the surface issues or recent events.
03 · decide what’s next
If working together feels helpful, we’ll talk through options. If not, the conversation can still help clarify next steps or point you toward other support.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Therapy is about taking time to pause and connect with yourself in order to better understand what is going on. In our busy lives, we don’t often stop and analyze where we are and where we want to go. We will stop, figure out where you are, where you want to be, and the best way to get there.
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Parents often reach out when things feel stuck, escalating, or hard to manage at home or school. You don’t need to be sure therapy is “the answer” before reaching out. The initial consultation is a place to talk through what’s been happening and decide whether therapy would be useful right now.
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Yes. Many parents start by meeting on their own. Parent support can help you think through what’s going on, how to approach your teen, and what changes may help at home, whether or not your teen is ready to participate yet.
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I have experience working with teens and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including adolescent residential treatment and intensive-outpatient treatment programs. Therapy is often used alongside other supports to help families stabilize things at home, coordinate care, and think carefully about next steps after discharge or transition.
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That depends on the situation and what’s most helpful for your teen. Some work happens one-on-one with teens, some with parents, and some together as a family. We’ll talk through what level of involvement makes sense and adjust as things change.
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There’s no set script. I’ll ask about what’s been happening with your teen, what feels most concerning right now, and what you’ve already tried. You’re welcome to share as much or as little as feels helpful. The goal is to understand the situation, not to evaluate or diagnose.
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Some families come in for focused support around a specific issue or transition. Others continue longer-term. There’s no required commitment at the start. We’ll revisit what makes sense as the work unfolds.
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When helpful and with consent, I collaborate with other professionals involved in a teen’s care for continuity of care.
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I offer in-person and secure online sessions. For parent support, phone sessions are also available and can be helpful for busy schedules or when meeting in person isn’t practical. We can talk through what format makes the most sense for your situation.
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Session fees vary depending on the type of service. Current rates can be discussed during the initial consultation so you have clear information before deciding how to move forward.
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Yes, I am contracted with:
Anthem Blue Cross California
Blue Shield of California
Aetna
Cigna
Optum
United Health Care
Quest Behavioral
Carelon Behavioral Health
If your insurance provider it not listed, I can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement, depending on your plan.
Coverage and reimbursement rates vary widely. For specific details, it’s best to contact the mental health or behavioral health department of your insurance provider and ask about out-of-network benefits for mental health services.