Therapy for Teen Boys in Fullerton & Online Throughout California
He’s not lost. The good you know is still there.
You've noticed the shift. Your son stays in his room, plays video games all day, avoids schoolwork, and gets frustrated easily. You see his intelligence, kindness, and goodness, but lately it feels buried beneath stress or self-doubt. You've tried everything, but nothing seems to reach him.
He is not stuck and you are not alone.
Accepting Aetna insurance
When life feels overwhelming, teen boys often retreat. What looks like anger or withdrawal can hide stress, anxiety, or feeling misunderstood. Through evidence-based teen therapy and family support, your son can regain confidence and motivation for these pivotal years ahead.
Hi, I’m Josh and I love helping teens and families thrive
I specialize in helping teen boys regain motivation, reduce overwhelm, and reconnect with their families. Many teens struggle with stress, self-doubt, and family conflict, even when they seem angry, withdrawn, or distant. I help them uncover the capable, confident young man beneath the frustration and fear, and for families that are interested, I offer faith-informed therapy that integrates Christian values as well.
I also guide parents with practical strategies to rebuild connection at home and support their teen’s emotional growth and resilience. As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and as a dad, I look at my work from both a professional lens and personal experiences as a parent, and I’m passionate about helping families thrive together.
Support for teens and families
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Teen Therapy
Support for anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, school avoidance, motivation challenges, ADHD, autism, and ODD. I help teen boys understand their emotions, build confidence, and develop coping skills.
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Family Therapy
Strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and reduce family conflict. Support your teen and create a calmer, more connected home.
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Parent Coaching
Get practical strategies to connect with your teen, set effective boundaries, and reduce shutdowns, anger, and power struggles at home.
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Trauma-Informed Care
EMDR-trained therapy that helps teens process past trauma safely, reduce emotional overwhelm, and build resilience.
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Faith-Informed Therapy
For families wanting a Christian perspective, I offer faith-informed therapy that integrates values with emotional growth and mental health support.
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In-Person & Telehealth
Flexible care options for families: meet in my Fullerton office or connect securely online from anywhere in California.
Frequently Asked Questions
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My standard fee is $165 for a 50 minute session and I am in-network with Aetna.
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Absolutely. At the end of each session, I can generate a receipt (aka "superbill") for you to request reimbursement from your insurance provider. Most people are unaware they can do this – I’m happy to help guide you through how this works!
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I invite you to still reach out! While spots are limited, I do offer sessions at a reduced rate for those that are eligible. In any case, l'm also more than happy to refer you to other great therapists that can accommodate your financial situation.