Our Services
Therapy for Preteens
At Serenity Place, we provide therapy for adolescents seeking professional support during the challenges of growing up. Whether your child is navigating stress and anxiety, working through difficult emotions, or simply needing a safe space to be heard, our therapists are here to help young people find understanding, confidence, and a path forward.
Care that works with real life
Growing up comes with challenges that can feel overwhelming, and therapy can help. We work with preteens experiencing:
Anxiety & Stress: school pressure, social worries, perfectionism, and feeling overwhelmed
Depression & Mood Changes: persistent sadness, irritability, withdrawal, and loss of interest in activities
Self-Esteem & Identity: building confidence, navigating identity questions, and developing a healthy sense of self
Family & Relationship Challenges: conflict at home, divorce or separation, blended families, and peer or friendship difficulties
Life Transitions: changing schools, moving, grief and loss, and preparing for greater independence
Behavioral Concerns: difficulty managing anger, impulsivity, school avoidance, and struggles with motivation or focus
If you don't see your concern listed, we encourage you to reach out. Our therapists work with children at every stage and will help you determine the right fit.
What to Expect
Your initial appointment is an opportunity for your therapist to get to know your preteen: their experiences, concerns, and what they (and you, as a family) hope to achieve. There are no expectations beyond honest conversation. Adolescent therapy sessions are typically 50-60 minutes. We offer both in-person appointments and secure telehealth sessions, so your family can access care in the way that feels most comfortable and convenient.
Everything discussed in the session is confidential. Because building trust is essential for preteens to open up in therapy, your therapist will explain how confidentiality works for adolescents, including the limited legal exceptions and how information is shared with parents or caregivers, during your first appointment. To learn more about what to expect during your child's therapy, click here.
Therapy from Anywhere in MD or TX
Distance, busy schedules, and competing demands shouldn't keep your preteen from getting the help they need. Serenity Place LLC offers preteen therapy via convenient, confidential telehealth to families throughout Maryland and Texas. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches to help adolescents manage stress and anxiety, navigate life's challenges, and build confidence and resilience. Wherever your family is in your journey (or in the state), quality care is just a video call away.
To learn more about virtual therapy, click here.
Insurance and payment
We work with a range of insurance plans and also offer self-pay options. Coverage can vary, so our team will walk you through what to expect before your first session, and our billing team is here to help. For more about insurance, click here.
