Lancaster Office
825 Eden RoadLancaster, PA 17601
Being a teenager is hard — especially today.
Physical and hormonal changes
Emotional ups and downs
Academic and social stress
Technology and social media overload
It’s no surprise many teens feel anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally stuck.
At Move Forward Counseling, we offer compassionate, evidence-based teen therapy across Pennsylvania — in-person and online — to help adolescents build resilience, cope with challenges, and thrive.
Many teens come to therapy because of these common signs of emotional or mental distress:
Persistent Sadness
Tears, hopelessness, or emotional overwhelm — especially when your teen says, “I don’t know why I feel like this.”
Irritability or Anger
More frequent, intense outbursts — especially if this behavior is new or out of character.
Social Withdrawal
Avoiding friends, relationships, isolating in their room, skipping family or social activities.
Loss of Interest
Sudden disinterest in hobbies like sports, music, or clubs — things they once loved.
Falling Grades
Difficulty concentrating or keeping up in school — a common sign of anxiety or depression.
Eating or Sleeping Changes
Skipping meals, binge eating, staying up all night, or sleeping excessively.
Persistent Sadness
Tears, hopelessness, or emotional overwhelm — especially when your teen says, “I don’t know why I feel like this.”
Irritability or Anger
More frequent, intense outbursts — especially if this behavior is new or out of character.
Social Withdrawal
Avoiding friends, relationships, isolating in their room, skipping family or social activities.
Loss of Interest
Sudden disinterest in hobbies like sports, music, or clubs — things they once loved.
Falling Grades
Difficulty concentrating or keeping up in school — a common sign of anxiety or depression.
Eating or Sleeping Changes
Skipping meals, binge eating, staying up all night, or sleeping excessively.
Poor school performance: Falling grades and difficulty concentrating can be a sign of something wrong. It can be hard to focus on schoolwork if your teen is depressed or anxious.
Every teen is different, so we tailor therapy to their unique needs — whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, or social struggles.
Anxiety & Depression
We often use CBT for teens to help them reframe negative thoughts and build emotional resilience.
Social Stress & Conflict
Therapy teaches teens assertiveness, healthy boundaries, and stronger communication with peers and family.
Trauma Recovery
For teens who’ve experienced trauma, we use TF-CBT, a proven approach that helps them process experiences and move forward with confidence.
In Pennsylvania, teens 14 and older have the legal right to make their own decisions about mental health treatment — including whether to involve a parent.
This means:
If your teen is ever at risk of harming themselves or others, the therapist will involve you — but this law otherwise protects your teen’s privacy, helping them build trust, open up, and take ownership of their healing process.
Your teen doesn’t have to face this alone. At Move Forward Counseling, our licensed therapists specialize in teen therapy — in person or online across Pennsylvania — to help teens build confidence, reconnect socially, and thrive in school.
Getting started is easy:
Move Forward Counseling has caring and experienced therapists specializing in counseling for teens.
At what age can my teen start therapy at Move Forward Counseling?
In Pennsylvania, teens 14 and older can begin therapy on their own. At Move Forward Counseling, we respect their privacy while also working with families to support teens in a way that builds trust and encourages growth.
How do I know if my teen would benefit from counseling?
Teens often come to us when they’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or school and social stress. If your teen seems withdrawn, overwhelmed, or unlike themselves, our therapists can help them feel more confident and supported.
Does Move Forward Counseling offer online therapy for teens?
Yes — we provide secure, HIPAA-compliant online teen therapy across all of Pennsylvania. It’s a flexible option for families who prefer virtual care or live outside our in-person office locations.
Will I be involved in my teen’s counseling process?
Our therapists understand that parents want to help. While Pennsylvania law gives teens 14+ confidentiality, we work closely with families when appropriate — always prioritizing your teen’s safety, trust, and therapeutic progress.
Reach out today to get started with counseling for teens. Our supportive staff will help guide you through the scheduling process, discuss special requests and help you get started easily.
We offer in-person Counseling for Teens in all our therapy offices. We can help people all over the state with online therapy in Pennsylvania.
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