INDIVIDUAL THERAPY FOR TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS

From doing it alone to feeling truly supported through your teens and into adulthood

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Does this sound familiar?

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I’m a parent and…

I’m overwhelmed and confused about my teen wondering if this is “normal development” or something more. I want my teen to not just have a place to talk but I want them to learn new supportive coping skills. I feel like my teen isn’t connecting with their school or friends and they seem to be isolated. My family is going through big life changes (like divorce), and I want to make sure they have a support system and a trusted person they can talk to. I’m looking for a therapist who is the right fit and has a background working with teenagers in different settings

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I’m a teen and…

I feel overwhelmed and don’t really know why my mind is always racing. I overthink everything with little things turning into big spirals, and I can’t seem to shut it off. I feel pressure to keep up, but I’m exhausted with school, parent and friend expectations, and everything else feels like it’s too much sometimes. I don’t feel like myself lately and I feel off, disconnected, or not as happy as I used to be. I want someone to talk to who actually gets it. Not someone who judges or just gives advice—but someone who listens and helps me figure things out.

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I’m in my 20s or 30s and…

I feel behind compared to everyone else. It seems like people my age have it figured out—and I’m still trying to find my direction. I’m stuck between where I am and where I want to be and I know I want more for myself, but I don’t know how to actually get to where I want to go. I feel overwhelmed by career pressures and choosing a path and making the “right” decisions. My relationships feel confusing or draining. Dating, friendships, and boundaries feel harder than they should, and I’m not always sure what’s healthy or what I need.

LET’S TALK ABOUT:

Individual Therapy for Teens
and Young Adults

What’s Included:

  • Individual therapy for teens struggling with anxiety, stress, identity, or school challenges

  • Support with emotional regulation, social skills, and self-esteem.

  • Evidence-based approaches including CBT, mindfulness, and somatic tools.

  • Guidance for navigating peer relationships, family dynamics, and transitions.

  • Safe, confidential space for clients to process feelings and develop coping skills.

Timeline and Process:

  • Weekly 50-minute sessions (or as clinically recommended).

  • Parent/guardian consultation to align goals and support progress.

  • Collaborative treatment plan tailored to each client.

  • Regular check-ins to track growth and adjust approach.

Payment Details:

  • $0 Initial 15 Consultation Phone Call

  • $200 Initial Diagnostic Session

  • $185 per session.

  • Accepting major insurance plans (verify coverage).

  • Private pay and sliding scale options available.

  • Flexible scheduling available.

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The research shows…

Nearly 1 in 3

Nearly 1 in 3 youth ages 12 to 17 had at least one identifiable men­tal, emo­tion­al, devel­op­men­tal or behav­ioral prob­lem (Annie E. Casey Foundation).

54% of U.S. youth

54% of U.S. youth ages 12 to 17 still have dif­fi­cul­ty get­ting need­ed men­tal health care (Nation­al Sur­vey of Children’s Health).

Teens with access to mental health services are 7X less likely to report clinical depression at age 17 than those without

Even if they had similar issues at age 14 (National Institute of Health).

Timely therapy is crucial, as 50% of all lifetime mental illnesses begin by age 14

Making early intervention critical for better long-term outcomes (Compass Health Center).

What is contributing to teen and young adult mental health disorders?

  • Key areas causing rising rates of anxiety, depression and suicidality include excessive use of social media, cyberbullying, intense academic pressure, and reduced in-person social connection (World Health Organization). 

  • Environmental systemic issues like poverty, gun violence, and climate change anxiety, alongside biological changes and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) (World Health Organization).

How therapy can help you & your teenager

  • Therapy can support you i meeting your emotions, getting to know them, finding emotional triggers, and how to regulate or release can lead to lifelong mental health skills and increased wellbeing.

  • When we loop, feel stuck in negative thinking or anxious spirals, therapy can help us move out of those and find new ways (even rewiring our brains) to be more resilient, less stuck and more flexible (cognitive neuroplasticity).

  • This is one of the more amazing, scary, hard and critical times in answering the “who am I/who do I want to be?” questions - therapy can help us dive deeper, identify goals, values and self driven purpose.

  • Friendships, dating, and family dynamics can feel intense and confusing. Therapy can help us communicate more clearly and assertively, set boundaries without guilt, navigate conflict (instead of avoiding or exploding), and understand patterns in relationships. This can lead to lasting healthy relationships that lift and support us.

Therapy ultimately is the difference between just getting through this phase of life and actually learning how to move through it with clarity and resilience.

Have we met yet?

I’m Megan

Licensed Therapist | Toddler Mom | Water-woman

I earned my undergraduate degree at UC San Diego and my Masters (MSW) from San Diego State University, where I honed my passion for supporting people through life’s ups and downs. I’m trained in EMDR, trauma-focused work with families and children, and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and I support clients by blending top-down (from the mind) and bottom-up (from the body) somatic approaches to help nervous systems feel more settled and grounded.

I specialize inwomen’s mental health, especially maternal mental health, after seeing a gap in support for moms navigating postpartum anxiety, birth trauma, and the chaos of early parenting. Over the years, I’ve worked with women, mothers, teens, children, and families—helping them find balance, insight, and a little more peace in the messy, beautiful moments of life.

I started SeaworthyTherapy to create a space where healing feels human, relatable, and hopeful —where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to navigate life’s waves. My goal is to help clients build resilience, reconnect with themselves, and find more flow in their lives.

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What Others Are Saying

  • She helps clients align in mind, body and spirit

    “Megan helps her clients align in mind, body, and spirit creating wholeness and peace within. She supports and encourages her clients toward growth and lasting change!”

    — S.W.

  • Megan is down-to-earth and approachable

    “Megan is a down-to-earth and approachable therapist! She brings a high level of authenticity to her personable connections with others, and immediately provides a sense of calm when talking to her. I highly recommend working with Megan!”

    — S.M.

  • Warm and compassionate

    “Megan is a truly exceptional therapist who combines deep knowledge with a warm, compassionate approach. Her ability to create a safe, non-judgmental space allows clients to feel truly seen and heard. Highly recommend, Megan!”

    — H.C.

  • She encourages personal exploration

    “Megan creates a welcoming space that encourages personal exploration and growth. Her supportive approach helps clients build confidence as they navigate life's challenges!”

    — F.V.

  • She helps clients feel genuinely heard and supported

    “Megan is an incredibly caring and insightful therapist who brings a thoughtful and personalized approach to each session. She creates an atmosphere of trust and openness, allowing clients to feel genuinely heard and supported.”

    — A.M.

  • Megan is a blend of fun, directness and compassion

    “Megan is a wonderful blend of fun, directness, and compassion. She brings warmth and wisdom to each session, helping clients feel both challenged and supported. Her approach is refreshingly honest, making every step of growth feel achievable.”

    — J.W.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are in network with major providers in CA: United Healthcare, Optum and Aetna.

  • I accept private pay clients and have set fees per session

    • $0 Initial phone consultation

    • $200

    • $185 per session

    • Sliding scale available for special circumstances

    • OON (out of network) benefits support - If we do not take your insurance and you have a PPO. We can provide a superbill for you to submit for reimbursement.

  • You can reach me anytime via our contact page or email. I aim to respond within 24-48 hrs. I will set up a time to talk with you for a consult to make sure we are a great fit. The next steps after the call is to set up your client portal, set up insurance or payment (whatever structure fits you), and finalize scheduling sessions. You will receive client access to your portal for all necessary documents before we formally begin. Then we jump in to treatment, first with an initial diagnostic and intake session, where we set goals, identify your areas of need and develop a specialized treatment plan.

  • Therapy looks different for everyone. It can be brief. Or it can be an ongoing supportive lifeline as you walk through the different phases of life and motherhood.