Therapy for Pre-Teen & Teen Girls in Centennial, CO

Supporting Girls Through Anxiety, Pressure, and Emotional Overwhelm

The pre-teen and teen years can feel like an emotional rollercoaster for both your daughter and you. She might seem confident and capable one moment… and completely overwhelmed, anxious, or shut down the next.

Many of the girls I work with are:

• Hard on themselves and afraid of making mistakes

• Quietly anxious but still “holding it together” at school

• Struggling with friendships, identity, or social pressure

• Bottling things up until emotions come out at home

• Feeling overwhelmed by expectations—both internal and external

• High-achieving and high-masking, appear “fine” on the outside but internally carry a lot

And as a parent, it can feel like you’re losing the connection you once had, unsure how to help or what she really needs. With the right support that meets girls where they are, that connection with your daughter can feel easy again. I provide therapy for pre-teens and teen girls in Centennial, CO, and serve families in Highlands Ranch, Littleton, and the surrounding South Denver communities.

What Therapy Helps With

Therapy can help your daughter:

• Manage anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm

• Navigate perfectionism and high self-pressure

• Build confidence and a more stable sense of self

• Improve emotional regulation and communication

• Feel more comfortable being herself—without masking

How I Work with Pre-Teen & Teen Girls

My approach is grounded in Synergetic Play Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, and relational therapy.

While younger children express themselves primarily through play, pre-teens and teens often need a blend of:

• Conversation

• Creative expression

• Nervous system awareness & experiential learning

• Directive interventions

I focus on what’s happening beneath the surface—not just behaviors, but the internal experiences driving them. This is especially important for girls who internalize their emotions, overthink and self-criticize, and appear “fine” but feel overwhelmed internally.

How Therapy Works

Sessions typically begin on a weekly or biweekly basis to build consistency and trust. As progress is made, sessions may shift to biweekly or monthly.

• In-person sessions available in Centennial, CO

• Telehealth offered when appropriate

• Parent sessions available based on your child’s age and needs

I also provide practical tools, resources, and guidance to support both you and your daughter between sessions.

Session Cost: $155 per session
Reduced Rate: Limited spots are available—please reach out to inquire about availability for reduced rates or free counseling options.