13–17
Ages we support
Affirming
LGBTQIA2S+ care, always
Now Welcoming Teen Clients (13–17)

Therapy for teens, on their terms.

Adolescence brings real pressure — school, friendships, identity, family, and a world that can feel like a lot to carry. Our therapists help teens build coping skills and feel more like themselves again.

13–17
Ages we welcome
OR & WA
In-person & virtual care

Trusted, affirming care for your teen.

Choosing a therapist for your teen is a personal decision. We combine identity-affirming expertise with a warm, judgment-free space so teens feel safe enough to actually open up.

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What We Help With

Support for the Things Teens Are Actually Dealing With

LGBTQ+ Identity

Affirming support for teens exploring or navigating their sexual orientation.

Gender Identity

Compassionate, identity-affirming care for gender questioning and transitioning teens.

Family & Friend Conflict

Working through tension at home or in friendships in a way that feels heard, not judged.

School Stress

Coping strategies for academic pressure, school anxiety, and the day-to-day grind.

Relationships

Support navigating early relationships, breakups, and social dynamics.

Today's Stressors

Space to process money worries, growing up, and the broader world — at their own pace.

Meet Our Team

Therapists Currently Seeing Teens

Taylor Nyulassy, Therapist, MA at Humanistic Therapy NW

Taylor Nyulassy (she/her)

Therapist, MA
LGBTQIA+ Affirming Neurodivergent
Joseph Bailey, Therapist, MSW at Humanistic Therapy NW

Joseph Bailey (he/him)

Therapist, MSW
LGBTQ+ Affirming Couples & Families
Ben LeGrand, Therapist, MSW at Humanistic Therapy NW

Ben LeGrand (he/him)

Therapist, MSW
LGBTQIA2S+ Substance Use Recovery

Each of our teen therapists brings their own approach — ask about style and fit during your free consultation.

Getting Started

What to expect, step by step.

1

Free Consultation

Reach out to schedule a no-cost consultation to see if we're the right fit.

2

First Session

Whenever possible, parent/guardian and teen attend together. If not, or there are safety concerns, the teen can come alone — we'll make the call case-by-case.

3

Ongoing Care

Sessions continue one-on-one between teen and therapist, with monthly parent check-ins as agreed.

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How Confidentiality Works

Why Families Feel Safe With Us

How Consent Works

In Oregon, teens 14+ can consent to their own treatment; in Washington, that age is 13. Younger teens need parent consent.

What Stays Private

What's shared in session stays confidential — therapy works best when a teen can trust that space.

Parent and teen talking warmly together

Monthly Parent Check-Ins

We ask that a parent or guardian be on board, and the teen agrees to a monthly progress check-in.

Extra Flexibility for LGBTQ+ Teens

For concerns tied to identity or a teen's safety, we can work case-by-case without parent involvement.

Locations & Insurance

Where We See Teens

In-Person

Portland, OR office

Virtual — Oregon

Available statewide via telehealth

Virtual — Washington

All Washington sessions are virtual

We accept the same insurance for teens as we do for adult clients, including commercial insurance and Medicaid in both Oregon and Washington.

FAQ

Common Questions

Does my teen need therapy? +

If your teen is struggling with anxiety, big life changes, family or friend conflict, or just seems to be carrying more than usual, a consultation is a low-pressure way to find out if therapy could help.

Is therapy confidential for my teen? +

Yes, with a few boundaries. General progress is shared with parents monthly, but session content stays private — see "How Confidentiality Works" above for details.

What age do you start seeing teens? +

We see teens starting at age 13, up through 17. At 18, they can continue on as an adult client.

Do you take insurance for teen therapy? +

Yes — we accept the same commercial insurance and Medicaid plans we accept for adult clients, in both Oregon and Washington.

Do you work with LGBTQ+ or trans teens? +

Yes. Several of our therapists have experience supporting teens through identity and gender questions, and we can work case-by-case around parent involvement when needed.

Is therapy virtual or in-person? +

In-person sessions are available at our Portland office. We also offer virtual sessions across Oregon, and all sessions in Washington are virtual.