Teen Therapy in Calabasas
Teen Therapy in Calabasas with Julie Klamon, LMFT
The teenage years move fast and ask a lot. Your teen is sorting out who they are, where they belong, and what comes next, all while their emotions can swing from one extreme to another in a single afternoon. As a parent, it is hard to tell what is ordinary teenage turbulence and what is a sign that your child is genuinely struggling. Sometimes the teen who used to tell you everything has gone quiet, and you are left guessing.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than 20 years of experience working with teens and the parents who love them. Teens do not respond well to being managed or lectured. They respond to being taken seriously. I give them a space that is genuinely their own, where they can be honest without worrying about how it will land at home.
My office is in Agoura Hills, about 10 minutes from Calabasas on the 101, which fits around school and activities. I also offer secure video sessions across California.
Teen Therapy for the Calabasas Community
Teenagers in Calabasas grow up under a particular kind of spotlight. There is real pressure here to excel, to look the part, and to keep up with peers whose families have a lot. Between college expectations, competitive sports, and the constant comparison that social media feeds, many students at Calabasas High and the surrounding schools feel they can never ease off. That pressure does not always look like distress. Sometimes it looks like a high achiever who is quietly exhausted and convinced they are only as good as their last result.
There is also the matter of privacy. In a tight, image-conscious community, teens worry about who will find out they are seeing a therapist and what people will assume. My office sits outside Calabasas in Agoura Hills, which gives families a layer of separation from their immediate social circle. For teens who would rather not be seen coming or going at all, virtual sessions offer another option.
How I Approach Teen Therapy
Trust comes first. Before we get anywhere on anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or whatever brought your teen in, they need to know I am on their side and that the space is theirs. From there we work on practical skills: managing intense emotions, handling conflict at home and with friends, and untangling the pressure that comes from feeling like they always have to perform. I am direct and warm, and teens tend to relax once they realize I am not there to police them. You can read more about my general approach on my teen therapy page.
Parents stay in the loop in a way that respects their teen's privacy. I meet with you periodically to share what I am noticing in general terms and to offer guidance for home, while protecting the confidentiality that keeps your teen willing to keep showing up. That balance is what makes the work stick.
Who I Work With
Children (8+)
Teens
Adults
Seniors
Frequently Asked Questions About Teen Therapy in Calabasas
Some moodiness is normal in the teen years. It is worth paying attention when the changes stick around: lasting sadness, anxiety, or anger, pulling away from family and friends, a real drop in grades or sleep, or risky behavior. A recent loss, a breakup, or a frightening event can also be a reason to reach out. If you are worried, that is a good enough reason to talk.
Often more than they will with their parents, and that is by design. Teens tend to talk once they trust that the space is theirs and that they will not be lectured or judged. Building that trust is the first part of my work. Many teens who arrive guarded end up using sessions as the one place they can be honest.
Your involvement matters, and it is balanced with your teen's need for privacy. I meet with parents periodically to share what I am seeing in general terms and to offer guidance for home, while keeping the details of sessions confidential. That confidentiality is what makes your teen willing to keep coming back.
Yes. Performance pressure is one of the most common themes I see with teens from this area. Between grades, college expectations, sports, and social media, many students at Calabasas High and the surrounding schools feel they can never let up. We work on managing that pressure without their sense of worth being tied to the next result.
My office in Agoura Hills is about 10 minutes from Calabasas on the 101, which fits around school and activity schedules. I also offer secure video sessions across California for teens who prefer to meet from home.
In-Person and Virtual Teen Therapy Near Calabasas
My office in Agoura Hills, CA 91301 is a short drive from Calabasas for in person teen therapy. I also work with families from the surrounding communities, including Hidden Hills, CA, Woodland Hills, CA, Agoura Hills, CA, Westlake Village, CA, Malibu, CA, and Oak Park, CA. Virtual therapy sessions are available to teens located anywhere within the state of California.
If your teen is having a hard time, you do not have to figure it out alone. Schedule a complimentary phone consultation and we can talk about what is going on and how I can help.