Helping young people build confidence, clarify identity, and create real change — one step at a time.

As a parent, you’re tuned in. You’ve noticed your teen or young adult isn’t quite themselves. They may be withdrawing, lashing out, constantly second-guessing themselves — or just seem lost. You want to help, but nothing you say seems to land. You’re stuck between offering support and giving space, hoping it’s just a phase.

But deep down, you know they’re struggling. And you don’t want them to go through it alone.

Therapy That Builds on What’s Already Working

The adolescent and young adult years are full of questions:
Who am I? Where do I fit in? What am I supposed to do with my life?

During this time of identity development, it’s normal to experience emotional ups and downs — but when your child is overwhelmed by self-doubt, anxiety, or perfectionism, it can feel like they’re losing themselves.

That’s where therapy can help.

Using a Solution-Focused Brief Therapy approach, I help young people identify their existing strengths, clarify what they want to be different in their lives, and take small, meaningful steps toward those goals. Rather than digging into what’s “wrong,” we focus on what’s possible — and how to build more of what’s already working.

Identity Support That’s Affirming, Not Prescriptive

Whether your child is exploring questions around gender, sexuality, culture, neurodivergence, values, or just how to feel good in their own skin — therapy offers a safe, nonjudgmental space to do that work.

Together, we focus on:

• Building self-trust and inner confidence

• Recognizing and amplifying personal strengths

• Developing emotional tools to handle life’s curveballs

• Reducing anxiety, perfectionism, and harsh self-talk

• Strengthening communication at home and in relationships

Your child doesn’t need to be “fixed.” They need someone who can see what’s right with them — even when they can’t.

What Therapy Looks Like

I meet teens and young adults exactly where they are — whether that means talking through a hard moment at school or exploring bigger questions about identity and direction. Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented, with space for both reflection and action.

Because I work systemically, I also offer parent coaching and family sessions when helpful, so the entire support system can grow together. I balance your teen’s need for privacy with your desire to stay connected and involved in their journey.

Why Start Now?

The beliefs your child forms about themselves now will shape how they move through life — in relationships, school, work, and beyond. Therapy during these foundational years can be a powerful catalyst for long-term confidence, resilience, and self-understanding.

Even a few sessions can make a meaningful difference.

Let’s Talk

If your teen or young adult is struggling with identity, confidence, or emotional overwhelm, therapy can help them reconnect with who they are and what they’re capable of.

Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
I’d be honored to support your family through this meaningful stage of growth.

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I’m Allie Haydon LMFT-S, LPC-S, LCDC, a licensed therapist specializing in identity development, self-esteem, and family communication. I work virtually with teens, young adults, and their parents across Texas.