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Teen Therapist in St. Petersburg, FL

Supportive therapy for adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, emotional stress, and life transitions.

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ABOUT AUTHENTIC WELL-BEING

Helping Teens Build Emotional Resilience

Adolescence can be an intense and confusing stage of life. Academic pressure, social stress, identity development, and family dynamics can feel overwhelming. If you are searching for a teen therapist in St. Petersburg, you may be noticing changes in mood, withdrawal, irritability, or anxiety in your child.

Teen therapy provides a structured and supportive space where adolescents can explore emotions, develop coping skills, and build confidence. Our approach focuses on emotional regulation, communication skills, and healthy identity development.

We work collaboratively with both teens and parents when appropriate, creating a balanced and supportive treatment plan.

• Teen Anxiety
• Teen Depression
• Social & Academic Stress
• Self-Esteem Challenges
• Emotional Regulation Skills

8+

YEARS EXPERIENCE

200+

PATIENTS HELPED

100%

PERSONALISED CARE

Meet Your Therapists

Nathan W. Wright, LMHC

Nathan specializes in trauma therapy, EMDR, anxiety treatment, and couples counseling in St. Petersburg, FL. His approach combines attachment-based therapy, structured insight work, and practical tools that help individuals and relationships move beyond stuck patterns. Nathan works with adults and couples seeking meaningful, lasting change through evidence-based therapy.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Irma Cankusic, RMHCI

Irma provides therapy in St. Petersburg for adolescents, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. Her style is collaborative and grounded, creating a supportive space to explore emotions and build clarity. Irma offers reduced-rate sessions while under clinical supervision.

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

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Conveniently Located In Downtown St. Petersburg

"I Am Happier Than I Ever Thought Possible"

"Working with Nathan has transformed ever single aspect of my life. After just two years I am happier than I ever though possible. I wake up fulfilled, excited, love my life and releationships and look forward to whats ahead. I will never be able to express just how meaningful this transformation has been. Thank you!!

- Jan C.

"Back on My Feet!"

"When I first started therapy at authentic well being I was feeling so lost in my life. I was a mixture of anxious, depressed, and unhappy with the general direction of my life. I didn't think things would get better but I decided to give therapy a shot anyways because I was out of options. Suffice to say it was the greatest decision of my entire life. Since starting, I have changed in ways that I thought were unimaginable and am now living a life that I had always dreamed of. But most importantly I just feel so much better on a day to day basis. I honestly couldn't recommend starting therapy hear any more.

- Wishes To Remain Anonymous

ABOUT AUTHENTIC WELL-BEING

Teen Therapy in St. Petersburg, FL

If you are looking for a teen therapist in St. Petersburg, FL, you are likely seeking guidance and stability for your adolescent during a challenging season. Teen therapy can help address anxiety, depression, peer pressure, identity concerns, and family conflict.

At Authentic Well-Being, we provide teen therapy in St. Petersburg that focuses on building emotional awareness, improving communication, and strengthening resilience. Adolescents benefit from having a neutral and supportive environment where they can process experiences safely.

Common reasons families seek teen therapy in St. Petersburg include:

• Persistent anxiety or mood changes
• School avoidance or academic stress
• Withdrawal from friends or family
• Self-esteem struggles
• Difficulty managing emotions

We serve families throughout St. Petersburg, Gulfport, Pinellas Park, Largo, Clearwater, and surrounding Pinellas County communities. Both in-person and virtual sessions are available depending on clinical appropriateness.

If you are searching for a teen therapist near you in St. Petersburg, therapy can provide meaningful support during this important stage of development.