Teen Therapy
Compassionate Teen Counseling in Hillsboro, Portland & Surrounding Areas
Is Your Teen Struggling Emotionally, Socially, or Academically?
The teenage years bring rapid change—emotionally, mentally, physically, and socially. With school pressures, evolving identities, social dynamics, family expectations, and the intensity of growing independence, teens often experience stress that feels overwhelming.
If your teen has been struggling with emotions, behavior, or relationships, you’re not alone. Teens across Hillsboro, Portland, Beaverton, Tigard, and surrounding communities frequently face challenges such as:
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Anxiety, panic, or excessive worry
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Depression or persistent sadness
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Irritability, anger, or mood swings
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School refusal or academic stress
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Social struggles or friendship issues
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Isolation or withdrawal
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Low motivation or declining grades
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Sleep issues or nightmares
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Identity concerns or low self-esteem
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Difficulty communicating or opening up
When these challenges begin to impact your teen’s daily life, mental health, or family relationships, professional teen counseling can offer meaningful support.
At Core Values Counseling, we help teens understand their emotions, build resilience, and develop the skills they need to thrive.
Teen Therapy in Hillsboro & Portland: How We Can Help
Finding the right therapist for your teen can feel overwhelming. At Core Values Counseling—serving families in Hillsboro, Portland, and the westside suburbs—we provide a compassionate, strengths-based environment where teens feel safe to open up and grow.
Our therapists use evidence-based approaches to help teens manage stress, navigate relationships, and build emotional wellbeing. This includes a thoughtful combination of:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Neurofeedback (BrainPaint®)
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Talk therapy
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Family therapy and parent support
Every teen is unique, and we tailor treatment to their personality, needs, and goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Teens
CBT is one of the most effective forms of therapy for adolescents. It helps teens understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors—giving them practical tools to manage stress and make healthier choices.
Through CBT, teens learn to:
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Identify and understand unhelpful thought patterns
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Replace negative or anxious thinking with balanced, realistic perspectives
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Improve emotional regulation and coping skills
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Build confidence and self-awareness
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Navigate school pressures, friendships, and family dynamics
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Strengthen resilience during stressful or overwhelming experiences
For families in Hillsboro, Beaverton, Forest Grove, and Portland, CBT offers a clear, structured path toward emotional and behavioral stability.
Neurofeedback for Teens (BrainPaint®)
We offer BrainPaint® Neurofeedback, a science-supported method that helps the brain function more efficiently. Because teen brains are still developing, neurofeedback can be a powerful intervention for emotional and cognitive regulation.
Neurofeedback may help teens:
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Reduce anxiety and stress
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Ease symptoms of depression
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Improve sleep quality
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Strengthen focus, attention, and executive functioning
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Enhance emotional regulation
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Recover from overwhelm or chronic stress
Neurofeedback is often used alongside CBT, talk therapy, and family therapy for comprehensive teen mental health support.
Talk Therapy for Teens
As teens mature, they develop a deeper capacity for self-reflection and independent thinking. For adolescents, we focus on talk therapy while integrating creative, expressive, or activity-based approaches when helpful.
Talk therapy helps teens:
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Identify, name, and understand complex emotions
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Gain insight into behavior patterns and personal choices
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Build healthy communication and coping skills
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Navigate school pressures, friendships, identity, and family dynamics
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Develop confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self
This respectful, supportive approach encourages teens to express themselves openly and explore new ways of managing life’s challenges as they move toward adulthood.
Family Therapy: Supporting the Whole Family System
When a teen struggles, the entire family is impacted. Communication may break down, tensions may rise, and parents often feel unsure of how to help.
Family therapy provides a structured space to:
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Strengthen communication and understanding
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Reduce conflict and restore connection
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Develop supportive routines at home
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Help parents understand what their teen is experiencing
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Build a healthier emotional environment for everyone
Depending on your teen’s needs, we may incorporate a combination of individual sessions, family sessions, and neurofeedback.
Healing is a process—and we walk with your family every step of the way.
Investing in Your Teen’s Future
Beginning therapy can feel like a big decision. But supporting your teen’s mental health now can profoundly influence their confidence, relationships, and wellbeing in the years ahead.
At Core Values Counseling, we provide:
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Warm, compassionate therapists who specialize in teens
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Evidence-based treatment focused on real results
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Personalized counseling plans tailored to your teen’s needs
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Neurofeedback to support emotional and cognitive regulation
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Family involvement to strengthen your home environment
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Collaboration with pediatricians or schools when appropriate
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Referrals for medication management or other providers if needed
Our goal is to empower your teen—and your whole family—with tools that foster lifelong resilience.
Supporting Teens Across Hillsboro, Portland & Surrounding Communities
We proudly serve families in Hillsboro, Portland, Beaverton, Forest Grove, Tigard, Aloha, and nearby areas.
You can explore our therapist profiles and reach out with any questions or to schedule an appointment. We respond within 24 hours.
Taking the first step toward emotional wellbeing is an act of courage. We’re honored to walk alongside your teen and your family as they grow, heal, and find their way forward.
How to get started with a teen therapist at Core Values Counseling
Our Team
Our TeamCore Values Counseling is comprised of a wide range counselor types, from Licensed Professional Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists, to Associate-Level Counselors and Graduate Student Interns. Our diverse group of providers offer a wide range of specialties, including Individual Counseling for most age groups, EMDR, Neurofeedback, Family Therapy and Couples Counseling.