Therapy for Teens
with Anxiety and OCD
In-person in Campbell, CA • Online
Therapy for Teens
with Anxiety and OCD
In-person in Campbell, CA • Online
Being a teen is a lot. And you’re not alone in feeling that way.
There’s pressure to fit in, figure out who you are, and somehow keep it all together. When anxiety or OCD jumps into the mix, even simple things can start to feel overwhelming.
But here’s the good news:
You’re not broken. You’re not “too much.”
You’re human and with the right support, things can feel a whole lot lighter.
The Pressures and Struggles Teens typically Share
- School stress and pressure: Worries about falling behind and keeping up with the high academic expectations coupled with anxiety and ocd that can make it difficult to keep up
- Constant overthinking: Spiraling “what ifs” that make decisions feel impossible
- Friendship struggles: worrying about fitting in, social anxiety, or pulling away from peers
- Avoidance: Skipping class, avoiding activities, or staying isolated to feel “safe”
- Repetitive rituals or compulsions: Checking, counting, or repeating actions to quiet anxiety, even when it disrupts daily life
- Sleep disruptions: Late-night racing thoughts or rituals that make rest hard
- Low self-esteem and shame: Feeling “different,” embarrassed, or not good enough because of anxiety or OCD
- Identity Struggles: Worrying about feeling “different” which is amplified by anxiety or OCD
- Social Media & Self Doubt: Likes, comments, and comparisons that deepen anxiety and self-doubt
For teens & parents looking for a clinical perspective...
I specialize in:
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Separation Anxiety / School Refusal
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder
Selective Mutism
Panic Disorder
Specific phobias
PANDAS/PANS
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs)
Depression
It is just a guide to help us find strategies that will make life easier.
What therapy looks like for Teens
Grounded in research
Beneath the care is a clear plan built in collaboration. I draw from CBT, ERP, and ACT gold-standard therapies for anxiety and OCD and adapt them for the challenges teens face
Meeting teens where they are
My goal is to create a space where teens feel understood, not judged.
Working with parents, respecting teens’ voice
In collaboration with the teens, I keep parents informed of goals and progress. I make sure teens feel ownership over their therapy journey and are on board with parent involvement when necessary.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel like a lecture. It’s a space to talk about what’s real – school stress, friendships, worries, or rituals that get in the way. At Peekaboo, we use proven strategies (like CBT, ERP, and ACT), but we keep it simple and make it fit your world.
What the first steps look like
A no-pressure consult for teens and parents to learn how therapy can help.
Questions Teens (and Parents) Ask
That fear makes sense. OCD often attacks what matters most to you. You’re not alone, and nothing you say will shock me. Together, we’ll use ERP to face the intrusive thoughts safely and reduce their power, without judgment or shame.
That happens often. My first goal is not to convince you, but to get curious with you. I’ll never force vulnerability before you’re ready. Whether it’s through conversation, humor, or skill-building, we’ll work at your pace until therapy starts to feel like your space, not someone else’s idea.
If you’re absolutely not ready to join sessions, I can work with your parents through the SPACE program (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions).They’ll learn how to support you without adding pressure, which often helps my teen clients feel ready to take part in therapy later.
It depends on your goals, consistency with practising skills outside of therapy, and what’s happening in life. Some teens start to feel better after 3-4 months; others stay longer to build deeper skills. Therapy is collaborative and we’ll set goals, track progress, and make sure each step feels useful.
Yes. Absolutely. In fact, ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), the gold-standard treatment for OCD, and exposures done for other kinds of anxiety translates beautifully to online sessions.
Because exposures happen in your real environment that is your room, using school materials, or involving home routines, we can target anxiety exactly where it shows up day to day. Teens often feel more relaxed and open online, making it easier to practice real-life tools in real time.
With secure video sessions and structured plans, online ERP is not only effective, it’s often more natural and empowering.
That’s exactly what therapy helps with. We’ll figure it out together by learning how your mind and body react to stress, worry, or intrusive thoughts. You don’t need a diagnosis to receive support.