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Online anxiety therapy for kids, teens, & young adults

Evidence-based therapy that helps kids move past worry, fear, and avoidance.

Support for generalized anxiety, social anxiety, separation anxiety, and school avoidance.

Insurance accepted. Appointments often available within days.

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Anxiety, at a glance

1 in 12

About 1 in 12 children ages 3-17 are diagnosed with an anxiety disorder.

80% untreated

Most children with treatable anxiety never receive professional support.

Highly treatable

60-80% of children show significant improvement with CBT within 12-16 weeks.

Understanding anxiety

What anxiety looks like and how it affects daily life.

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Generalized anxiety

Persistent worry about school, health, safety, and the future. Children seek constant reassurance and struggle with 'what if' thinking.

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Social anxiety

Intense fear of social situations, being judged, or embarrassment. Children avoid speaking in class or attending events.

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Separation anxiety

Excessive distress when apart from parents. Children may refuse school, struggle to sleep alone, or have physical symptoms.

Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in children and teens. It goes beyond normal worry, causing persistent fear that interferes with school, friendships, and daily functioning.

A licensed clinician evaluates patterns across settings and considers overlapping conditions like ADHD or depression.

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Common signs of anxiety by age

Symptoms look different at every stage of development.

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  • Young Children (4-7)

    Clinginess

    Frequent meltdowns

    Stomachaches before school

    Fear of being alone

  • School-Age (8-12)

    Excessive worry about grades

    Avoidance of activities

    Difficulty sleeping

    Physical complaints

  • Teens (13-17)

    Social withdrawal

    Perfectionism and paralysis

    School refusal

    Panic episodes

  • Young Adults (18-25)

    Chronic overthinking

    Avoidance of new experiences

    Difficulty with independence

    Burnout from coping alone

Could it be anxiety?

Take a quick, clinically validated screening to better understand your child’s symptoms.

GAD-7 Anxiety Screening

The GAD-7 is a brief, clinically validated tool used by healthcare providers to screen for generalized anxiety disorder. It takes about 2 minutes and can help you understand whether your child's worry may benefit from professional support.

This screening is not a diagnosis. Results should be discussed with a qualified mental health professional.

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How anxiety therapy helps

Evidence-based strategies for managing worry, building resilience, and restoring confidence.

  • Teaches coping strategies for worry and panic
  • Builds confidence through gradual exposure
  • Reduces avoidance behaviors
  • Strengthens emotional regulation
  • Supports school and social functioning
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Why families choose Emora

Specialized pediatric anxiety care vs. general providers.

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Other providers

Licensed pediatric and young adult clinicians

Generalist providers

Evidence-based CBT and exposure therapy

One-size-fits-all approaches

Parent-inclusive model

Limited parent involvement

Virtual sessions in your child's safe space

Anxiety-provoking office visits

Insurance accepted

Insurance not always accepted

Built-in screening and progress tracking

Limited progress visibility

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Get started in minutes

Three simple steps to connect with the right clinician.

  • 1

    Share what’s going on

    Answer a few questions about symptoms and goals.

  • 2

    Verify coverage

    See insurance estimates and available times.

  • 3

    Start sessions

    Meet your clinician and begin building skills.

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Frequently asked questions

What parents and young adults ask most about anxiety therapy.

All children worry sometimes — that's normal. But when worry is persistent, hard to control, or starts interfering with school, friendships, sleep, or daily activities, it may be anxiety. You don't need a diagnosis to get started. Our specialists can help determine what your child needs.

We treat all forms of childhood anxiety, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, separation anxiety, specific phobias, selective mutism, and panic disorder. Our therapists create individualized treatment plans based on your child's specific symptoms.

Most children show meaningful improvement within 8–12 sessions of CBT. Some children benefit from additional sessions depending on the severity of their anxiety and their individual goals.

Yes. All sessions are HIPAA-protected and completely confidential. We provide age-appropriate parent updates so you stay informed about your child's progress while respecting their privacy.

Yes — school avoidance is one of the most common reasons families seek anxiety therapy. Our therapists use gradual exposure and coping strategies to help children return to school with confidence.

We accept most major insurance plans and verify your coverage before your first session. Most families pay between $0 and $30 per session with insurance.

We work with children as young as 5. For younger children, therapy is play-based and involves significant parent coaching so you can support your child's progress at home.

That's completely normal. Our therapists are trained to engage anxious children through creative, low-pressure techniques. Many children open up once they feel safe and realize therapy is a supportive space — not something to fear.

Real stories of growth

Every session is rated by parents. Our therapists maintain a 4.9+ average, because results matter.

I already see a positive change in my daughter, she seems lighter and happier after only two sessions!

Parent of a 14 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Elsie Peña
Provider:

Elsie Peña, LPC

Very nice my son likes his therapist and said she really helps

Parent of a 12 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Rita Montoya-Gomez
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Rita Montoya-Gomez, LPC

EP really enjoyed the games! I like the calming box idea and the tips to help her during difficult times.

Parent of an 8 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Tracey-Ann Hutchinson
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Tracey-Ann Hutchinson, LMHC

She was very understanding and sweet toward my daughter during their session. She was understanding to our reasons for having to switch providers, and made it work very easily with our future schedule.

Parent of a 9 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Korina Herrera
Provider:

Korina Herrera, LMHC

Mrs. Johnson is a wonderful and safe space for my daughter’s healing.

Parent of a 9 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Tameka Johnson
Provider:

Tameka Johnson, LPC

She provided great information, was transparent throughout the entire process, and took the time to make sure she would be a good fit for my daughter before moving forward. That really gave me confidence that her priority was making sure my daughter received the support she needed. My daughter also felt comfortable with her right away, which made the experience even better.

Parent of an 8 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Katennia Thomas
Provider:

Katennia Thomas, LPC

Great experience - she listened and provided helpful tools

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Treshana Lewis
Provider:

Treshana Lewis, LCSW

He is so helpful.I mean, I appreciate everything he does for my family

Parent of a 7 year old

Jul 21, 2026

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Bart Liles
Provider:

Bart Liles, LPC. LMFT

Lana was amazing with my daughter. My daughter felt heard, validated, and supported.

Parent of a 10 year old

Jul 21, 2026

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Lana Rodriguez
Provider:

Lana Rodriguez, LPC

Very open and transparent, didn't tell me what I waned to hear but what I needed to hear. Very comforting and understanding and does what she can to come to a shared agreement about medication route.

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Shannon Anes
Provider:

Shannon Anes, PMHNP

Jahn Quattlebaum, our family therapist, has been an absolute gamechanger, by providing us with a safe, compassionate space to communicate and truly hear one another.

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Jahn Quattlebaum
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Jahn Quattlebaum, LPC

It was a great session. Nico practiced expressing his feelings to his dad when he felt sad and hurt. He was standing up for himself.

Parent of a 6 year old

Jul 21, 2026

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Jacqueline Castaneda
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Jacqueline Castaneda, LPC

She was wonderful and my daughter responded well and was able to talk openly. Alyssa gave us some techniques that we both are excited to try. My daughter was nervous before she began but now she is looking forward to her next session.

Parent of a 9 year old

Jul 21, 2026

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Alyssa Jimenez-Solis
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Alyssa Jimenez-Solis, LCSW

Great listener and helped set realistic goals to help achieve more positive outcomes!

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Paola Oseguera
Provider:

Paola Oseguera, LPC-Associate

Very personable, makes the session welcoming and comfortable place to be

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Kayla Goodwin
Provider:

Kayla Goodwin, LPC

Teah is very patient and attentive; her demeanor makes it possible to process and communicate in a very comfortable and safe environment.

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Teah Polvado
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Teah Polvado, LCSW

I feel like my therapist is very good at what she does, and is very kind. I go into each meeting expecting a welcoming environment, and I get what I expected and more. (From the 15yo)

Parent of a 15 year old

Jul 20, 2026

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MaryBeth Borreca
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MaryBeth Borreca, LCMHC, LMHC

Charlene is always so welcoming and provides helpful strategies to manage ADHD and anxiety. She helps my 9 year old get focused and makes the session bith informative and fun. Her breathing techniques help him relax.

Parent of a 9 year old

Jul 20, 2026

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Charlene Childs
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Charlene Childs, LPC-A

Anxiety does not define your child

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