Ashley DuChene Therapy

Teen Therapy in Carlsbad, CA

Support for teens who feel overwhelmed—and the parents who care deeply.

Today’s teens are navigating a lot. Between school pressure, social stress, family dynamics, and the constant hum of digital life, it’s no wonder so many teens feel anxious, stuck, or just not like themselves.

As a parent, it’s hard to watch your teen struggle—especially when they pull away or can’t quite explain what’s going on. You might be doing all the right things, but something still feels off.

Therapy can offer your teen a safe space to slow down, sort through their thoughts and emotions, and learn how to cope in healthier, more empowered ways.

What I Help With

I work with teens (ages 12 and up) who are experiencing:

Anxiety or school-related stress
Social anxiety or difficulty navigating friendships
Low self-esteem or identity confusion
Perfectionism and fear of failure
Emotional shutdown, irritability, or withdrawal
A sense of pressure to “hold it together” while feeling overwhelmed inside
Unresolved stress or trauma from past experiences—big or small

Whether your teen is dealing with something recent or something that’s been building over time, therapy can help them feel more supported, understood, and confident in themselves.

My Approach with Teens

Teen sessions are tailored to meet each client where they are—emotionally, developmentally, and personally.

With a background as a school mental health counselor, extensive experience working with adolescents, and years as a dedicated trauma therapist at a residential trauma center, I understand the complex emotional challenges teens face—especially when anxiety, overwhelm, or unresolved experiences are part of the picture.

Teens tend to connect well with me—many say it feels comfortable and easy to open up. I don’t push, lecture, or make therapy feel like another class. I’m here to create a safe, relaxed space where your teen can be themselves, talk through what’s bothering them, and learn how to cope more effectively.

Many of the teens I work with are navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, social anxiety, or difficulty figuring out where they fit socially. I blend traditional talk therapy with EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, Schema Therapy, and DBT skills—depending on each teen’s needs and readiness.

Some teens respond best to structured tools and skills; others need more space to talk, reflect, and explore emotions at their own pace. Therapy is always adapted to what works best for your teen.

I also communicate with caregivers when appropriate—offering insight, communication tools, or ideas for supporting your teen outside of sessions. Therapy becomes a team effort, rooted in trust.

Let’s Get Started

If your teen is struggling—or you’re just not sure how to help—I’m here to support both of you. I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.

📍 In-person therapy in Carlsbad, CA
👥 Working with teens ages 12+
📞 Free 15-minute phone consultation available

Whether your teen is navigating a major life event or just trying to make sense of everything happening around (and inside) them, therapy can be a place for real relief and growth.

Click below to schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation and see if we’re a good fit.

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Adolescence is not a problem to be solved—it’s a passage to be supported.

Teen Therapy in Carlsbad, CA

What I Help With

My Approach with Teens

Let’s Get Started

The effects of the pandemic on teen mental health didn’t end with lockdowns. Studies show many adolescents are still experiencing increased anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation as they adjust to a “new normal."

Process what was. Find calm in the present. Shape what comes next.

Adolescence is not a problem to be solved—it’s a passage to be supported.

Teen Therapy in Carlsbad, CA

What I Help With

My Approach with Teens

Let’s Get Started

The effects of the pandemic on teen mental health didn’t end with lockdowns. Studies show many adolescents are still experiencing increased anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation as they adjust to a “new normal."

Process what was. Find calm in the present. Shape what comes next.

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