Teen Therapy & Adolescent Counseling in Monmouth County, NJ

The teenage years are filled with rapid changes, intense academic pressures, social media stress, and complex identity exploration. It is a vulnerable time, and it is entirely normal for teens to feel overwhelmed, isolated, or misunderstood. As a parent, it can be incredibly painful to see your teen struggling and pulling away.

At LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada Psychotherapy, we provide a safe, highly private, and judgment-free space just for adolescents. We act as a trusted, neutral sounding board where teens can speak freely, process their emotions, and develop the tools they need to navigate young adulthood with confidence.

Teens often need someone other than their parents to talk to. Our licensed psychotherapists specialize in building genuine rapport and trust with adolescents, meeting them exactly where they are.

Using integrative, holistic methodologies, we help teens understand their emotions rather than avoid them. 

Our highly effective approaches for teens include:

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) & CBT: Teaching powerful emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and healthy coping mechanisms.
• EMDR & Trauma-Informed Care: Safely processing past traumas, bullying, or difficult transitions.
• Narrative & Somatic Therapy: Helping teens rewrite negative self-beliefs and reconnect with their bodies.

We help middle school and high school students overcome a wide variety of modern challenges, including:

• Anxiety & Depression: Managing panic attacks, social anxiety, lack of motivation, and isolation.
• Peer Pressure & Bullying: Navigating toxic friendships, social media stress, and school dynamics.
• Identity & Self-Discovery: Compassionate LGBTQIA+ identity and gender-affirming support.
• Harmful Behaviors: Addressing self-harm, substance use, and risky impulses.
• Body Image & Eating Disorders: Support for anorexia, bulimia, and body dysmorphia.
• Academic Stress: Coping with the overwhelming pressure of grades, sports, and college transitions.