Individual Therapy for Teens and Young Adults
In Person in Los Angeles + Virtual Throughout California
You may not be able to name exactly what’s changed, but you know something doesn’t feel right.
Anxiety may be taking up more space. Motivation may have dropped. Relationships may feel harder, emotions may be closer to the surface, or the pressure to keep up may be becoming overwhelming.
At Kincove, our therapists help clients understand what’s happening beneath the surface, recognize the patterns shaping how they feel and respond, and work through what may be getting in the way.
Our approach to individual therapy is warm, relational, and personalized around the person, not just the problem.
We offer in-person therapy at our Los Angeles office, conveniently located for individuals and families in Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Westwood, Brentwood, Bel Air, and surrounding communities. We also offer telehealth throughout California
Sometimes It's Hard to Know What's Changed
There isn’t always one obvious moment when someone needs therapy. More often, it’s a series of smaller things that start to add up.
You might find yourself thinking:
“They just don’t seem like themselves lately.”
“Every conversation turns into an argument, so I’ve stopped knowing what to say.”
“They’re capable of so much, but everything seems to take more out of them than it used to.”
“I know something is bothering them, but they won’t talk to me about it.”
“Nothing is necessarily wrong, but I don’t feel like myself.”
“I keep ending up in the same patterns and don’t know how to get out of them.”
“I thought I’d feel more certain about where I’m going by now.”
Sometimes the reason for reaching out is clear. Other times, you just know something could feel different. Therapy can be a place to start making sense of it.
What We Specialize In
Our therapists specialize in working with teens and young adults navigating:
Anxiety: panic, worry, stress, and feeling overwhelmed
Depression: low mood, withdrawal, and loss of motivation
Emotional regulation: anger, irritability, strong reactions, or shutting down
Perfectionism: self-criticism and pressure to succeed
ADHD: attention, organization, and executive functioning challenges
Autism and neurodivergence: understanding individual needs and ways of experiencing the world
OCD: intrusive thoughts, fears, and repetitive patterns
Identity and confidence: self-esteem, self-trust, and identity development
Relationships: friendships, dating, communication, and conflict
Family dynamics: tension at home, changing roles, or difficulty feeling understood
Trauma: distressing experiences that continue to affect the present
Grief and transitions: rejection, loss, and major life changes
Increasing independence: school, college, work, and uncertainty about what comes next
You don’t need to fit neatly into one category. Therapy is shaped around what you’re experiencing and what you want to work through.
Our Approach to Individual Therapy
No two people come to therapy for the same reason, and no two therapy journeys look exactly alike.
Therapy at Kincove is warm, relational, and tailored to the person. Some clients need space to understand themselves and work through experiences or relationships. Others need practical support with anxiety, communication, emotional regulation, or increasing independence. Most need some combination of both.
Our therapists integrate CBT, ACT, and DBT-informed strategies with psychodynamic and relational work based on the person and what will support them most.
Therapy may involve recognizing recurring patterns, working through experiences that continue to affect the present, practicing new ways of responding, or building greater confidence and trust in yourself. The approach can shift as the person and the work develop.
A Safe Space For Teens. Support For Parents.
Teens need a space that's truly their own. Parents need support and guidance. We believe both are essential.
Individual therapy at Kincove gives adolescents a confidential relationship with their therapist while also recognizing that parents are an important part of the therapeutic process. For clients under 18, treatment includes parent involvement from the beginning and parent update sessions approximately every 4–6 weeks.
These conversations give parents the opportunity to ask questions, discuss progress, better understand what their child is experiencing, and learn how to support them between sessions, all while protecting the confidentiality that allows therapy to be effective.
The goal is to give teens a relationship that feels like their own while helping parents understand how to support what’s happening outside the therapy room.
Fees and Insurance For Individual Therapy
Process & Pricing
We begin with a complimentary 30-minute consultation to better understand your concerns, answer your questions, and help determine the best next step.
The initial intake appointment is $200 and lasts 50–80 minutes.
Ongoing 50-minute therapy sessions range from $160–250, depending on the therapist.
Parent update sessions every 4–6 weeks are included as part of our standard treatment model.
A limited number of sliding scale appointments are available based on financial need.
Insurance
Kincove is an out-of-network provider and operates on a private-pay model. If you have PPO insurance or FSA/HSA benefits, we provide superbills that can be submitted to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement.
We've partnered with Mentaya to make using your out-of-network benefits easier. You can quickly check your eligibility and estimate your reimbursement before getting started.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about individual therapy? Explore some of our most common questions, or reach out to us if you'd like to learn more.
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There isn't always a clear moment when therapy becomes the right next step. More often, it's noticing that something feels different.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply don't feel like yourself, therapy offers the opportunity to better understand what's happening and develop healthier ways of responding.
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The first session is about getting to know you. We'll spend time understanding what's been going on, learning about your history, exploring what brought you to therapy, and discussing what you'd like to get out of the process.
It's an opportunity to ask questions, get to know your therapist, and decide whether it feels like the right fit.
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Parents are an important part of the therapeutic process for clients under 18. While therapy gives teens a confidential space to be themselves, parent update sessions every 4–6 weeks help parents better understand what their child is experiencing and how to support them at home.
Our goal is to involve parents in a way that strengthens treatment while protecting the trust that makes therapy effective.
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The length of therapy looks different for everyone. Some clients come in to work through a specific challenge, while others continue therapy as they navigate new stages of life, relationships, or personal growth.
Throughout the process, we'll regularly revisit your goals to make sure therapy continues to meet your needs.
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Finding the right therapist matters. During your complimentary consultation, we'll take the time to understand what you're looking for, answer your questions, and thoughtfully match you with the therapist who we believe is the best fit for your personality, goals, and needs.