As students navigate adolescence, school pressures can take a toll on their well-being. At San Diego Kids First, Dr. Anna Basanty provides specialized support to help teens manage stress, build resilience, and develop coping skills. Through compassionate, evidence-based counseling, she empowers teens to thrive academically and emotionally.

Is Your Teen Feeling Overwhelmed by Schoolwork?

The demands of school, exams, and balancing extracurriculars can leave teens feeling anxious or burned out. Dr. Basanty helps teens overcome:

-Test anxiety and performance stress

-Frustration from balancing heavy workloads

-Self-doubt and negative thinking patterns

 

Personalized Counseling for Teens

Dr. Basanty offers one-on-one sessions tailored to your teen’s unique needs. Through evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT, she helps teens develop skills to:

– Emotional regulation and stress management

-Building practical coping strategies

-Enhancing communication and confidence

 

Understanding CBT & DBT

-Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Helps teens identify and change negative thought patterns, manage test anxiety, and boost self-esteem.

-Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Focuses on emotional regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance, helping teens handle intense feelings and school stress.

 

Family Involvement Matters

Dr. Basanty works closely with parents to create a supportive home environment that aligns with therapy goals. She offers guidance on how to better support your teen through their academic journey.

Individualized Support for Every Teen

Every student is different. Dr. Basanty customizes her approach to meet your teen’s specific needs, creating a safe space for growth and self-discovery.

 

Schedule Your FREE 15-Minute Consultation

Concerned about your teen’s stress levels? Contact us today to book a free consultation with Dr. Anna Basanty and learn how we can help your child navigate academic stressors.

📞 (858) 692-4187 | ✉️ contact@sdkidsfirst.com