Online Teen therapy ages (13 to 17)

They’re in their room. They’re “fine” — in a tone that ends the conversation. And you can’t stop thinking about it. Our licensed and qualified therapists treat this age as its own thing — not a smaller version of adulthood, not a bigger version of childhood.

How online therapy works for Teenagers

Teen privacy and confidentiality — Read this part

This is the part we’re most direct about: your teen needs enough privacy to be honest with their therapist, and you need enough information to actually parent. Here’s exactly how that balance works. What’s discussed in session generally stays between your teen and their therapist — it isn’t relayed to you session by session. What does get shared with you is typically limited to specific safety concerns: risk of harm to your teen or to someone else, or situations state law requires disclosing regardless of a teen’s wishes. Your teen’s therapist explains this distinction directly to both of you before treatment starts, so nobody discovers the boundaries partway through and feels blindsided by them.

 

Issues our teen therapists address

  • Anxiety. Constant worry, perfectionism, or physical symptoms like a racing heart before school or social situations.

  • Depression. A flatness or hopelessness that’s lasted weeks, not days — sometimes hidden behind a normal-looking routine.

  • School and college pressure. Grades, testing, and admissions stress that’s tipped from motivating into overwhelming.

  • Friendships and social media. The specific weight of comparison, exclusion, or conflict that plays out partly online and follows a teen home.

  • Identity. Questions about who they are — including gender, sexuality, culture, or values — especially when navigating family expectations that pull in a different direction.

  • Family conflict. Ongoing tension with parents or siblings that’s worn the household down.

  • Self-esteem. A persistent sense of not being good enough, often masked by achievement or by acting like none of it matters.

  • Trauma. Something that happened recently or years ago that’s still affecting how safe a teen feels.

No — most of what’s discussed stays confidential, with clearly explained exceptions around safety.

Yes — teens are typically the ones in the room, with parents involved at intake and periodic check-ins on progress.

Therapists follow standard safety protocols, which always include informing a parent — explained to both of you upfront, never sprung on your teen as a surprise.

Session content stays private by default, aside from safety-related exceptions your teen’s therapist explains at the start.

Depends on your specific plan, verified before your first session; sliding scale starts at $55.

Over secure video, with your teen physically located in a state where the therapist is licensed. Full technical details are on our Online Therapy page.

How it Works

What happens after you hit the button

The hardest part of starting therapy is not knowing what happens next. Here's the whole thing.

1

Pick a time.

The Book an Appointment button opens a real therapist's live schedule — choose a slot that works and you're booked. No waiting to find out if there's room.

2

We confirm your coverage

and tell you what to expect to pay, before your first session.

3

You get set up

a short intro and your intake paperwork through the secure portal.

4

Your first session.

Online, over secure video, 50 minutes. Mostly listening. Nothing to prepare.

Insurance

Insurance accepted by Trust Therapeutics

Delivered via secure video calls, online therapy allows you to connect with a licensed therapist from the comfort of your home or any private space of your choice. It offers flexibility in scheduling, reduces travel time, and ensures you can access consistent mental health support in a way that fits your routine and lifestyle.

Optum health partners
Mass health
Mass General
Tufts Health Plan
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Optum health partners
Testimonials

Honest words from happy clients

"Our therapist was incredibly compassionate and understanding, helping my kids navigate through some tough times. With their guidance, my children have made significant progress in their journey. Trust Therapeutics is truly a safe haven for families seeking help and support."
Fer-Ver
"We had a fantastic therapist and provided a really welcoming and constructive environment for us to work together on my issues. She helped me identify my own issues, and also get over real hurdles in my life. She provided numerous resources that I am still working my way through. I would highly recommend trying it out if you haven't!"
Naj Dot
"Our therapist at Trust Therapeutics is an amazing resource for the staff and students at Fenway High School. She provides individual counseling to students, consults with school faculty, and often provides resources and a helping hand to the interns at Fenway High. The students often leave counseling sessions with a smile on their face. She truly connects with and makes quite the difference in our students' lives. We are truly lucky to have her as an additional therapeutic resource."
Amanda Rodrigues