Care without the wait

30 licensed therapists & providers in California—4 in San Diego. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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4,818 people sought teen counseling help in California in the last year

Discover how starting teen counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

Meet with a therapist as soon as this week

Thousand Oaks

I understand the unique challenges of navigating life as a minority, and I bring both personal experience and professional support...

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Thousand Oaks

As someone who has walked alongside individuals, couples, and families through trauma, loss, and life transitions, I bring an empa...

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Thousand Oaks

As an experienced mental health professional, I know every individual deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and respect...

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Thousand Oaks

I know what it feels like to navigate life's hardest moments, and that lived experience helps me show up with genuine empathy, com...

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Huntington Beach

As a Muslim therapist, I value a culturally sensitive and inclusive space where we can talk openly about life, faith, or just gett...

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Teen counseling FAQs

What is teen counseling?

Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.

How does teen counseling work?

Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in San Diego have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.

Does my teen need therapy?

Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.

Is teen counseling conducted in person or online?

Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in San Diego, CA offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does teen counseling last?

The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in San Diego accept 38 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Alignment Health Plan

  • Anthem Blue Cross of California | Commercial

  • Anthem Blue Cross of California | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Shield of California | BCBS

  • Blue Shield of California | Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at San Diego
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Ease of use and scheduling
Madi Mar 2026
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Alan is so easy to talk to. He makes me feels safe talking about hard subjects.
Yolanda Mar 2026
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She was receptive
Jordan Mar 2026
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★★★★★
My therapist is highly skilled and nice. Ease of scheduling is appreciated.
Sayge Dec 2025
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★★★★★
I say I’d recommend her 10/10, and I would, but she’s so great that she’s sometimes booked up, so yes, I’d recommend Throveworks 100%, but I’d want to be speudo selfish and not share my provider. I mean that lovingly. Pretty please recognize Mauricette! She so deserves it!
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Lourdes Dec 2025
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★★★★★
I loved learning the tools I could practice day to day!
Elena Dec 2025
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My high rating is primarily attributable to my great therapist. And the ease of communicating online makes it very accessible and of value to me.
Willa Sep 2025
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★★★★★
I loved working with Valerie Stern, I worked with her for almost 2 years and she's helped me pull through many hard times and come to understand myself better. I would highly recommend her as anyone's therapist.
Janelle Sep 2025
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Where to find us

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Address

2525 Camino del Rio S Suite 301
San Diego, CA 92108-3717

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry San Diego is located near Camino del Rio S and Texas St, off I-8. It is right by the San Diego River and a short distance from the University Heights.

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Phone number

(619) 480-2140
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Languages spoken by CA providers

  • Swedish
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Tagalog
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Hours

Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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