Online therapy &
medication for teens
Helping teens turn challenges into confidence with support built for adolescence.
For anxiety, depression, ADHD, school stress, identity challenges, and emotional regulation. Licensed adolescent specialists. Insurance accepted.
Supporting your teen while respecting their independence
Teens need space to grow, and parents need clarity. We balance both with clear confidentiality guidelines, thoughtful parent check-ins when appropriate, collaborative goal setting, and communication that supports trust and autonomy. You stay informed without undermining your teen’s independence.
Therapy
Talk-based therapy with licensed clinicians, personalized by age, specialty, approach, personality, and insurance.
Medication
Psychiatric medication care with licensed clinicians, focused on safety, monitoring, and whole-person well-being.
ADHD / Autism Testing
Psychologist-led clinical evaluations that include a comprehensive written report for care planning or school support.
Not sure?
A specialized clinician reviews your needs and helps connect you to the right clinician and the type of care for you or your child.
Adolescent specialists who understand teens
Fewer than 7% of clinicians who apply are accepted. Our therapists are trained in adolescent mental health and understand how teen development differs from both childhood and adulthood. Care is structured, developmentally informed, and tailored to your teen's needs.
Licensed adolescent specialists
Therapists and psychiatric clinicians specializing in teen mental health.
Evidence-based approaches
Including CBT, DBT, and other proven methods for adolescent care.
Real-world teen experience
Supporting academic stress, peer conflict, and identity development.
Parent collaboration
Parents are included when appropriate — with clear boundaries that respect your teen's autonomy.
Rigorous standards
Fewer than 7% of clinicians who apply are accepted onto our platform.
Why Emora?
Fewer than 7% of clinicians who apply are accepted. Here's how we compare.
Traditional Therapy
Top 7% of adolescent specialists
No adolescent specialization
Fast appointments within 24–48 hours
Long waitlists
After-school availability
Limited after-school availability
Integrated therapy and medication support
Separate therapy and medication providers
Insurance covered in-network
Hard to find in-network options
4.9+ average rating
No visibility into clinician quality
Coordinated care with schools and pediatricians
Limited coordination
The teen years are a lot. The right support helps.
Adolescence brings new pressures: academic expectations, social comparison, identity exploration, and increasing independence. Emotional highs and lows can feel bigger and harder to manage. Therapy provides a structured space for teens to build skills that last.
Emotional regulation
Learn to manage intense emotions without shutting down or lashing out.
Resilience
Build the ability to bounce back from setbacks at school, with friends, and at home.
Healthy coping strategies
Replace avoidance and reactivity with tools that actually work.
Communication skills
Express needs clearly — with parents, teachers, and peers.
Confidence
Navigate school, friendships, and identity with greater self-assurance.
Get started in minutes
Licensed in TX, FL, NC, IL, and more. Most teens are matched with a specialist within 24–48 hours. Evening and after-school appointments available.
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Tell us about yourself
Share your or your child’s background and goals in our brief, 3 minute questionnaire.
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Add your insurance details
We verify coverage instantly. Most families pay $0 – $35 per session.
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Select your therapist
Match with a licensed specialist and begin your first online session in as little as 48 hours from the comfort of home.
Working together to overcome life's challenges
We specialize in helping teens work through more than 100 conditions and experiences, from anxiety and depression to ADHD, school refusal, emotional regulation challenges, peer conflict, identity exploration, and self-esteem concerns. Our approach focuses on practical skills teens can apply at school, at home, and with peers.
Conditions
Symptoms
Experiences
Real stories of growth
Every session is rated by parents. Our therapists maintain a 4.9+ average, because results matter.
This is Aidan’s dad. I want to say that I’ve seen a real change in my son’s attitude, confidence, and overall happiness. He hasn’t shared much about his sessions with me, but it clearly seems to be helping him. I still think he needs support with prioritizing and avoiding procrastination, but seeing him consistently smiling again and being his joking, laughing self is a blessing, and I’ll gladly take it.
Parent of a 17 year old
18 hours ago
Rosa Vidal, LPC
I think she established a quick bond and my daughter did very well.
Parent of a 13 year old
1 day ago
Nancy Lozano, LPC
Rachael has been patient and wonderful with our daughter, she has made so much progress with her anxiety!
Parent of a 13 year old
1 day ago
Rachael Dingman, LCSW
She was very understanding and took the time out to listen to me and my son, she explained things to us both very good customers service
Parent of a 15 year old
1 day ago
Laquondra Patterson-Levias, LPC-S
I was extremely nervous and unsure if I made the right decision for my child but after meeting and speaking with her, I knew I had found the right therapist for my child. He also said she was easy to talk to and that he looks forward to talking with her again.
Parent of a 17 year old
2 days ago
Christina Avila, LPC
Olivia feels very comfortable with Rita.
Parent of a 13 year old
2 days ago
Rita Montoya-Gomez, LPC
It was easy to talk to Ashley. She was very understanding and knowledgeable about my concerns. Felt like she captured exactly what I needed for my daughter.
Parent of a 15 year old
2 days ago
Aishah Crosley, LPC
she was very thorough n kind listened and cared
Parent of a 17 year old
3 days ago
Melania Rubiano, PMHNP
Dr. Z. was very personable. We like her and look forward to future sessions.
Parent of a 17 year old
3 days ago
Dr. Ana Zuniga, PsyD
She’s very charismatic and easy to talk to. My daughter told me she likes her
Parent of a 13 year old
4 days ago
Katherine Vasquez Lugo, RMHCI
JoeAnn Allen gave us key ways to handle some problems, we appreciate her very much
Parent of a 14 year old
5 days ago
JoeAnn Allen, RMHCI
Rating on behalf of my daughter. She's always in a better mood when she talks with Korina! ✨
Parent of a 14 year old
5 days ago
Korina Herrera, LMHC
Very attentive and caring. Took the time out to help us find the right therapist.
Parent of a 16 year old
5 days ago
Jennifer Guzman, LPC
Provider was very easy to talk to and my daughter felt safe speaking with her.
Parent of a 13 year old
6 days ago
Stephonia Llewellyn, LPC, LMHC,-QS
Ms. Williams was very thorough in her process and gave clear objectives of her style of therapy. I think her expertise and knowledge will be very beneficial for my daughter.
Parent of a 16 year old
6 days ago
Seairra Williams, LPC-A
Very welcoming and non-judgmental
Parent of a 14 year old
7 days ago
The audio was difficult, he could hear and see us but we could not hear him. I ended up join through the phone. My son said he’d like a second session
Parent of a 15 year old
7 days ago
Francisco Guzman, LCSW
Felt very supported during a very hard time. And this was beyond the scope of what was planned for the meeting. Thank you Dr. Smart-McCarthy!
Parent of a 16 year old
8 days ago
Frequently asked questions
If your teen is experiencing persistent sadness, anxiety, withdrawal, irritability, declining grades, or difficulty managing emotions, therapy can help. You don't need a diagnosis to start — early support makes a difference.
Yes. Therapy sessions are confidential. Your teen's therapist will explain the limits of confidentiality at the start. Parents receive general progress updates, but specific session content stays between your teen and their therapist unless safety is a concern.
Therapists share general progress and recommendations with parents, but respect your teen's privacy regarding session content. Exceptions are made only when there are safety concerns. This balance supports trust and therapeutic progress.
It depends on your teen's needs. Some teens benefit from 8–12 sessions; others engage in longer-term support. Your therapist will work with you and your teen to set goals and assess progress along the way.
Yes. Anxiety and depression are among the most common conditions we treat in teens. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT, tailored for adolescents.
Yes. We offer both therapy and medication management for ADHD. Teens receive support for executive functioning, focus, time management, and academic strategies — all in one place.
It's common for teens to resist therapy at first. Our therapists are experienced in building rapport with reluctant teens. We also offer parent guidance sessions to help you support your teen through the process.
When appropriate and with your consent, we can coordinate with school counselors and teachers to support your teen's academic and emotional needs.
Ready to help your teen thrive?
Most teens are matched with a specialist within 24–48 hours. Licensed in TX, FL, NC, IL. Evening and after-school appointments available. Copays as low as $0.
