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49 licensed therapists, psychiatrists, & psychiatric providers in California. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy & psychiatry

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Clients who get better

94% of clients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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4,818 people sought teen counseling help in California in the last year

Discover how starting teen counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Huntington Beach

As someone who has walked alongside individuals, couples, and families through trauma, loss, and life transitions, I bring an empa...

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Huntington Beach

I understand the unique challenges of navigating life as a minority, and I bring both personal experience and professional support...

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La Habra

As a woman of color, I understand the complex and unique challenges of identity exploration and intersectionality....

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Thousand Oaks

I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and accepted without judgment, allowing them to show up as their auth...

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Huntington Beach

As an experienced mental health professional, I know every individual deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and respect...

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Teen counseling FAQs

What is teen counseling?

Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.

How does teen counseling work?

Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in California have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.

Does my teen need therapy?

Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.

Is teen counseling conducted in person or online?

Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in California, CA offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does teen counseling last?

The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in California accept 34 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Blue Shield of California | BCBS

  • Blue Shield of California | Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Health Net | Commercial

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at California
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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So far I feel very comfortable with Sandy. She's given me a lot of insight about the things I deal with and Ive found that very helpful.
Holly Sep 2025
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Kathreen Potts is an incredible therapist.
James Sep 2025
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Kathy is always so caring and attentive. I appreciate her so much.
Becky Sep 2025
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I loved how friendly everyone I spoke with was and how easy and quick it was to make an appointment.
Sarah Sep 2025
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True listening.
Pamela Sep 2025
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Thuy Ulrich listens without judgment and does not impose her own beliefs onto me. Instead, she listens with compassion and respects where I am at with my trauma and depression.
Christine Sep 2025
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My high rating is primarily attributable to my great therapist. And the ease of communicating online makes it very accessible and of value to me.
Lori D Sep 2025
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First time, got alot out.
Jennifer Sep 2025
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Where to find us

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Phone number

(628) 600-7682
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Languages spoken by CA providers

  • Swedish
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  • Arabic
  • Filipino
  • Farsi
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Tagalog
  • Armenian
  • Vietnamese
  • Creole
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Support Hours

Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 12:01am - 12:02am
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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