TEEN THERAPY · HERMOSA BEACH
Teen therapy in Hermosa Beach. Heard, not lectured.
Erika Barker, LMFT, offers therapy for teens at her Hermosa Beach office and online anywhere in California. Teens get a private, judgment-free space to talk about stress, anxiety, mood, friendships and family, and to practice skills that help. Parents stay informed about the big picture while teens keep their own space.
Accepting new clients · Typical wait: 1 week
By Erika Barker, LMFT · Last reviewed
WHO IT HELPS
Is this for you? Some common signs.
- Stress about school, grades or the future
- Anxiety, panic or constant worry
- Low mood, irritability or pulling away from family and friends
- Pressure from friendships, dating or social media
- ADHD and trouble keeping up
- Big changes at home, like a divorce or a move
HOW WE’LL WORK
How we’ll work. Their space, your support.
Teens can tell when they are being talked down to. I keep sessions direct and collaborative, and we set goals your teen actually cares about.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy for practical skills, like handling worry or breaking a big task into steps. Psychodynamic work helps us understand the patterns underneath.
At the start, we agree together on what stays between your teen and me and what gets shared with you. Safety concerns are always shared.
- Ages
- 7 to 40
- Format
- In person in Hermosa Beach · Virtual anywhere in California
- Session
- 45 to 90 minutes
- Fee
- $225 per standard session · Sliding scale available · Other session options available
- Insurance
- Out of Network Insurance Accepted, Billing can be submitted for clients
- Location
- Hermosa Beach
HOW TO START
Three simple steps. No pressure.
Free phone consultation
15 minutes
Call or send a request. We talk briefly about what’s going on and whether I’m a good fit.
First session
45 to 90 minutes
We get to know each other and talk about what brought you in and what you hope will change.
Ongoing sessions
45 to 90 minutes
We work toward your goals together and adjust the plan as we go.
YOUR THERAPIST
Erika Barker, LMFT
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist · California LMFT #165219 · Verify license (opens in a new tab)
- MA, Clinical Psychology, Antioch University Los Angeles, 2022
Will my teen’s therapy sessions be private?
Erika talks with teens and parents at the start about privacy. In general, what a teen shares stays between them and Erika, while parents hear about overall progress. If there is a safety concern, Erika shares it with parents. This balance helps teens speak openly while parents stay informed.
What if my teen doesn’t want to go to therapy?
Many teens feel unsure at first. It can help to let your teen read about Erika or hear from her before the first session, so the choice feels partly theirs. Erika keeps early sessions low-pressure and focused on what the teen wants to change, which often helps reluctant teens settle in.
Can teens do therapy online?
Yes. Erika offers virtual sessions anywhere in California, which many teens find easier to fit around school, sports and activities. Online sessions need a private, quiet spot and a reliable internet connection. In-person sessions at her office in Hermosa Beach are also available.
What do teens work on in therapy?
Teens bring many concerns to therapy with Erika, including school stress, anxiety, low mood, friendships, family conflict and ADHD. Sessions focus on understanding what is going on and practicing skills that fit the teen’s life, like managing worry, speaking up about needs or planning big assignments.
A FREE CONSULTATION
Start with a conversation. We’ll go from there.
You don’t have to have it all figured out. The first step is a free 15-minute phone call.
Accepting new clients · Typical wait: 1 week