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When one person struggles, the whole family feels it.
Therapy for parents, teens and families, including family-based treatment for teen eating disorders. Online across California.
“I don’t know how to talk to my teen anymore.”
“Every meal turns into a battle.”
“We walk on eggshells around each other.”
“Nobody in this house actually listens to me.”
Families aren’t the problem. They’re part of the solution.
When a child or teen is struggling with anxiety, depression, an eating disorder or big changes at home, everyone feels it. Parents feel helpless. Siblings feel overlooked. Conversations turn into conflict.
Family therapy brings everyone into the same room, helps each person feel heard, and gives parents a clear plan. For teen eating disorders, Family-Based Treatment (FBT), where parents take an active role in recovery, is the leading evidence-based approach.
- Constant conflict or tension at home
- A teen who has shut down or pulled away
- Worry about a child’s eating, mood or safety
- Parents disagreeing on how to respond
- A big change like divorce, a move or a loss
- Siblings feeling forgotten
Here’s how we can help.
We work with the whole family, parents on their own, or a mix of both.
What families often notice
Let’s make home feel like home again.
Tell us a little about what’s going on. We’ll match you with a specialist in exactly this, verify your insurance for free, and most people have a first session the same week.
The science of feeling better, before it reaches your doctor’s office.
New mental health research is published every week, and most of it never makes it out of medical journals. Our specialists read it for you and send the findings that matter, with what they mean for real life.
- ✓The newest research, translated into plain English
- ✓What it actually means for you or your family
- ✓Written and reviewed by our specialists
- ✓A 4-minute read, every Tuesday morning
Common questions
Does my teen have to agree to come?
It helps, but it isn’t required. Parents can start on their own, and we’re experienced at engaging reluctant teens.
What ages do you work with?
We work with families of children and teens, and with adult families too. Individual therapy for teens starts at 13.
Is family therapy part of eating disorder treatment?
Yes, and it’s one of the most important parts, especially for teens. It’s built into our outpatient care and our IOP.
Who should come to family therapy?
Whoever is part of the problem or part of the solution. Your therapist will help you decide.
Is online therapy as helpful as in-person therapy?
For most people, yes. Research shows video therapy works about as well as in-person therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma and many other concerns. You also skip the drive, which makes it easier to keep going.
Do you take my insurance?
Our clinicians are in-network with Aetna, Anthem, Blue Shield, Cigna, Optum, Carelon, Health Net, Molina, Medi-Cal, Medicare and more, and we accept Kaiser referrals. We check your benefits for free before you start.
How soon can I start?
Most new clients can have a first session within about a week. Call or text (805) 678-9182, or use “Find my match.”
Who can you see?
Anyone located in California at the time of the session. We work with kids, teens, adults, couples and families.