Top-Rated Teen Counseling Los Angeles

Takeaway: Adolescence can be a difficult time. Many young people struggle with their mental health, navigating relationships, and self-esteem during this stage in life. As a teen therapist in Los Angeles, I’m committed to supporting and empowering adolescents. Connect with me today to start giving your teen the extra support they need.

Meet Brooke Rawls | Top-rated teen therapist | Los Angeles, CA

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Hi, I'm Brooke. I'm the owner and founder of Light Minds Therapy, and I have over ten years of experience working with families and young people from early childhood to emerging adulthood.

I'm deeply committed to staying up-to-date on the latest research and evidence-based techniques for helping teens. At the same time, I see the therapeutic relationship as the most important part of therapy. I believe that a supportive, trusting connection can help your teen get the most out of our time together and continue to thrive even after our work is complete.

  • Credentials: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

  • License Number: California #124192

  • Education: Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Long Beach

  • Additional Certifications: Certificate from SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) at Yale Child Study Center, Certificate from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy at Institute for Better Health

  • Years in Practice: 8

  • Practice Area: In-home services in the greater Los Angeles area

  • Telehealth: Available for families throughout California

  • Modalities Used: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Play Therapy, SPACE, and more

My teen therapy specialties

My professional experiences have been in pre- and post-adoption services, substance abuse services, community mental health services, schools, and outpatient mental health services.

These, along with my personal experiences with life's challenges, have cultivated a deep passion for supporting adolescents with a variety of different mental health issues and other struggles.

Here are my current teen therapy specialties.

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Grief and Loss

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Self-Esteem

  • Family Conflict

  • Social Skill Building

  • Oppositional Defiant Behavior

  • Life Transitions

If your adolescent doesn't have a diagnosis or you are unsure whether their struggles are represented here, I invite you to schedule a free consultation to learn more about how I may be able to help.

Services I offer

Online teen therapy

I offer virtual adolescent therapy for teenagers across the state of California. These sessions are held via a HIPAA-compliant platform and allow your teen to access supportive care from the comfort of their own home. Virtual sessions are convenient and more affordable for many families.

In-home teen therapy

Being able to support your adolescent in the space where they feel most comfortable can have an incredible impact. I provide in-home services for families located in the greater Los Angeles area. Connect with me today if you're wondering whether your home is in my service area.

Parent consultation

In teen therapy, I work one-on-one with your adolescent. However, I highly recommend that parents engage in their own work to support the growth and healing of the family as a whole. My parent coaching services are often a helpful supplement to your teen's work in therapy.

Testimonials

★★★★★ "Brooke is a thoughtful and insightful clinician. She has helped our teen daughter rebuild her confidence and ability to handle anxiety. She’s also given us tools as parents to support our daughter at home. I am so thankful for her support and highly recommend her services!" -L.N.

★★★★★ "Brooke is an outstanding clinician! I refer her children and teens with full trust that they will be in amazing hands. She is compassionate, wise, and determined to help. I highly recommend!" -Casey Goldberg, LMFT

★★★★★ "Brooke is kind, compassionate, caring, and has significant knowledge in her field. It is great seeing her work with children and adolescents and how she has made a difference in their lives. Brooke has an ease in how she connects with her clients, and is very intentional and transparent about the interventions and support that she provides. I recommend LMT!" -K.R.

FAQs about teen & adolescent therapy

  • There are several ways to find a teen therapist in your area. Using search engines like Google, online therapy directories, or even social media can help connect you with local therapists. You may also ask your teen's healthcare provider or school for a referral.

    While I'm based in Los Angeles, teletherapy allows me to help people across the state of California. If you're not local to the Los Angeles area but live elsewhere in California, I invite you to reach out.

  • Selecting the best therapy for your teen is key. There are plenty of teen counselors in Los Angeles, but finding someone who truly feels like a fit for your adolescent can help them get the most out of therapy.

    I recommend taking both logistics and a felt sense of connection into account. For logistics, make sure that any potential therapist has experience working with teens like yours. For example, if your teen has autism spectrum disorder, make sure to check that a prospective therapist has experience supporting neurodivergent adolescents. You'll also want to take their education, training, and credentials into account.

    Beyond logistics, it's also important that a therapist's general approach resonates with you and your teen. I also recommend scheduling a free consultation to get a better sense of whether it feels like your teen may be able to connect with a specific therapist.

  • There's no singular therapeutic method that works best for every teen. Each adolescent is unique and has their own specific needs and goals.

    In my practice, I use a variety of different methods. Some modalities are focused on building coping skills and learning to manage difficult emotions. Others are meant to explore the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and actions. I will tailor your teen's treatment plan to provide a customized therapy experience based on what they want and need.

  • Each person's experience with therapy is unique, and there isn't a certain amount of sessions that will guarantee specific results. Some people attend therapy for a few months while other people may engage in ongoing therapeutic work for years. We will work together to develop a treatment plan around your teen's individual needs and goals.

Connect with me today to discover how teen therapy can help your family.

Adolescence can be a confusing, tumultuous time for many teens. However, with the right support, it can also be a period of immense personal growth and discovery.

Through our work together, your teen can emerge with a solid sense of their own identity and the confidence they need to navigate social interactions, manage emotions, and foster their overall well-being.

Whether your teen is struggling with mental health issues, behavioral problems, lifestyle changes, or any of the common challenges that are a natural part of adolescent development, I'm here to help.

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