Trauma-Informed Therapy for Teens

Helping your teen heal from trauma, build resilience, and develop healthier relationships

Understanding the Challenges of the Teen Years

Adolescence is a time of profound growth and change in every sphere: emotionally, socially, and physically. For teens who have experienced trauma, these years can feel overwhelming. Trauma affects how teens think, feel, learn, and connect with others, often leaving them feeling misunderstood, unsafe, or stuck in cycles of anxiety, anger, or withdrawal.

Parents may notice mood swings, declining school performance, increased conflict, or social isolation. While some challenges are part of normal development, ongoing distress may signal a deeper need for support.

Understanding Trauma in Teens

Trauma isn’t just about a single, obvious event. For teens, it can stem from many sources such as:

• Bullying or peer rejection

• Divorce or high-conflict family dynamics

• Loss of a loved one

• Emotional neglect or abuse

• Exposure to violence

Even when events seem “in the past,” the brain and body can hold onto the stress. This can lead to anxiety, depression, anger, or withdrawal from friends and family.

Signs Your Teen May Need Support

You may notice:

• Sudden changes in mood or personality

• Avoidance of activities they once enjoyed

• Difficulty concentrating or drop in academic performance

• Sleep problems or changes in appetite

• Increased conflict at home

My Approach to Teen Therapy

I provide a safe, compassionate space where your teen can share openly without fear of judgment. My work is trauma-informed, meaning I understand how past experiences shape emotions, relationships, and behavior. Therapy is collaborative: I work with your teen, and when appropriate, with you, to strengthen relationships and create lasting change.

How I Work With Teens

I customize therapy to fit each teen’s unique needs. Below are some of the proven approaches I use to help teens heal from trauma and build lasting strength:

• EMDR – Heal deep relational wounds and traumatic memories.

• Attachment-Based & Emotion-Focused Therapy – Strengthen bonds and repair relationship injuries.

• Internal Family Systems & Family Systems Therapy – Understand and resolve inner and family conflicts.

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Identify and reframe harmful thought patterns.Narcissistic Abuse Recovery – Restore peace and safety after toxic relationships.

What Therapy Can Help Your Teen Achieve

Trauma-informed therapy can support your teen in processing past experiences, building resilience, and improving relationships. Working together, therapy can help your teen:

• Understand and manage emotions — Reduce anxiety, anger, or withdrawal and develop healthier coping strategies.

• Build stronger relationships — Improve communication and trust with parents, peers, and family members.

• Increase confidence and self-esteem — Learn skills to navigate social, academic, and personal challenges.

• Break harmful patterns — Address effects of trauma, emotional neglect, or difficult family dynamics.

• Move toward a balanced, healthy future — Heal past wounds and develop long-term resilience.

Getting Started Is Simple

Schedule a free 15-minute consultation — We’ll talk about your concerns and explore if we’re a good fit.

Start therapy sessions — In-person in Round Rock or securely online anywhere in Texas.

Support your teen’s healing and growth — Together, we’ll help them move toward a healthier, happier future.

Click the button below to schedule your free consultation. If you don’t see a time that works, email me at tsavener@seekthesun.net and we’ll find a time that fits your schedule.

FAQ: Trauma-Informed Therapy for Teens

What makes trauma-informed therapy different from regular teen counseling?
Trauma-informed therapy recognizes how past experiences, emotional neglect, or abuse impact a teen’s brain, emotions, and relationships. Unlike traditional counseling, it emphasizes safety, emotional regulation, and resilience-building to support lasting healing.

How can therapy help my teen manage anxiety and stress?
Therapy helps teens develop healthy coping strategies, regulate intense emotions, and respond to stress without shutting down or acting out. Evidence-based methods like CBT, EMDR, and attachment-focused approaches improve emotional balance and confidence.

Can trauma-informed therapy help with school and peer challenges?
Yes. Trauma affects learning, attention, and social interactions. Therapy can enhance focus, self-esteem, and peer relationships, helping teens navigate academic and social challenges more successfully.

Is therapy confidential for teens?
Yes. Teens have a safe, private space to share their thoughts and feelings. Parents are involved when appropriate, but therapy prioritizes the teen’s emotional safety and trust.

How do I support my teen at home while they are in therapy?
Parents can reinforce emotional regulation, healthy communication, and coping strategies learned in sessions. Trauma-informed therapy often includes guidance for caregivers on how to create a supportive home environment that strengthens teen resilience.

Can trauma therapy prevent long-term mental health challenges?
Early intervention with trauma-focused therapy for adolescents can reduce risks for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and behavioral issues in adulthood while fostering self-awareness, confidence, and healthier relationships.

Trauma-Informed Therapy for Teens in Texas – In-Person & Online

I offer trauma-informed therapy for teens both in-person and virtually, making professional support accessible across Texas. Whether your teen needs help managing anxiety, depression, PTSD, or the emotional impact of trauma, sessions are available where it’s most convenient for your family.

In-Person Trauma Therapy in Central Texas

My Round Rock, TX office is a safe, welcoming space for teens, conveniently located near North Austin, Pflugerville, Cedar Park, and Georgetown. Families in the Greater Austin area often choose in-person sessions for a structured, supportive environment that promotes trust and growth.

Secure Online Trauma Counseling Across Texas

For families who cannot attend in-person sessions, I provide HIPAA-compliant virtual trauma-informed therapy for teens throughout Texas. Teens can benefit from expert counseling from the comfort of home, without geographic limitations.

Serving Teens in All Major Texas Metro Areas

I provide trauma therapy for adolescents across a broad range of locations, including:

• Austin–Round Rock–Georgetown metro area

• Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW), including Plano, Frisco, Arlington, and Irving

• Houston and surrounding suburbs such as The Woodlands, Sugar Land, Katy, and Pearland

• San Antonio and nearby communities like New Braunfels, Schertz, and Boerne

• Waco and Central Texas

• Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend

• Lubbock, Amarillo, and the Texas Panhandle

• College Station / Bryan

• Midland–Odessa and the Permian Basin

• Tyler, Longview, and East Texas

• McAllen, Brownsville, Harlingen, and the Rio Grande Valley (RGV)

• El Paso and West Texas

No matter where you live, your teen can access compassionate, trauma-informed therapy designed to help them heal from past trauma, develop resilience, and thrive in relationships, school, and life.