Empowering Teens and Families for Lasting Wellness
Adolescence is a time of profound emotional, biological, and social change. At Arizona Mental Wellness, we help teens navigate these transitions while giving parents the tools and insights they need to offer effective support.
From a psychiatric standpoint, adolescence is a key developmental window when mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related symptoms often emerge. Early intervention promotes healthy brain development, stronger relationships, and long-term resilience. For more information you can check out AACAP – Understanding Adolescent Mental Health
Thorough psychiatric assessments tailored to each teen’s unique needs
Working with current therapists to include CBT and DBT to promote emotional growth
Collaborative medication management aimed at optimizing mental health outcomes
Flexible telepsychiatry sessions for accessible, convenient care across Arizona
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation
Every teen begins with a thorough psychiatric evaluation led by a psychiatric nurse practitioner who specializes in youth mental health. Our assessment explores:
Mood changes, behavior shifts, or academic difficulties
Family and peer relationships
Trauma exposure, stressors, and identity development
Impulse control, attention, and executive functioning
Anxiety, panic, and worry patterns
Depressive symptoms or withdrawal
OCD, ADHD, or intrusive thought patterns
Developmental and medical history
Medication Management & Family Support
Learn how our adolescent psychiatry program supports teens and families through each phase of care for lasting mental wellness.
When clinically appropriate, psychiatric medication can support:
- Emotional stability
- Attention and executive functioning
- Sleep regulation
- Anxiety or panic reduction
- Mood consistency
We explain medication options, benefits, and potential side effects clearly to both parents and teens, inviting open discussion and collaborative decision-making.
Medication visits include:
- Symptom tracking
- Sleep and appetite monitoring
- School and social functioning updates
- Adjustments based on response and tolerability
Parents are kept informed while teens maintain autonomy appropriate to their age and maturity.
Family Collaboration
Medication is most effective when paired with therapy and family involvement. We engage families in ongoing support and telepsychiatry to foster resilience and promote well-being. Our team collaborates closely with in-house therapists:
- Therapy services
- Family Therapy
- Trauma Therapy
- Dialectal Behavioral Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
This integrated care model fosters emotional insight, resilience, and healthy coping skills—benefiting both teens and their families.
Integrating Therapy and Family Support
Hear from families who have found hope and healing through our adolescent psychiatry program, sharing their journeys and positive outcomes.
Partnership With Parents
Parents are crucial partners in adolescent mental health care.
We provide Regular progress updates, Education on symptoms and treatment, Space for parent-only questions, Tools for communication, boundaries, and structure, Support for managing parental stress and burnout.
When parents feel confident, teens thrive.
Conditions We Commonly Treat
Depression, Anxiety and panic, ADHD and executive-function challenges, Impulse-control concerns, Bipolar spectrum symptoms, OCD, Trauma-related conditions, School avoidance or social withdrawal, Self-esteem concerns, Co-occurring substance use
Telepsychiatry for Teens & Families
For convenience and accessibility, we offer statewide Telehealth Psychiatry. Telepsychiatry allows Parents to join from separate locations, Teens to attend from school or home, Flexible scheduling for busy families, Increased privacy and comfort for anxious adolescents
HIPAA-compliant video sessions ensure safety and confidentiality.
Our Commitment
Discover compassionate care designed to empower teens and families through every challenge. At Arizona Mental Wellness, we believe adolescent psychiatry is about more than prescribing medication—it’s about building trust, understanding identity development, strengthening family relationships, and helping teens feel grounded, capable, and supported.
We meet teens with respect and curiosity and guide families toward healing, balance, and long-term well-being.
- Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations
- Medication Management with Careful Oversight
- Family Collaboration for Stronger Support
- Convenient Telepsychiatry Options Statewide
A: An adolescent psychiatric evaluation includes a review of mood, behavior, school performance, attention, family dynamics, medical history, and any stressors or trauma. The provider meets with both the teen and the parent to gather a complete picture and guide individualized treatment.
A: Medications can help stabilize mood, reduce anxiety, improve attention, and support emotional regulation. Decisions are made collaboratively, with clear explanations for parents and teens. Medications are monitored closely for effectiveness and safety.
A: Yes. Therapy often enhances the benefits of medication. Approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed therapy, and family therapy can help teens build coping skills, emotional awareness, and healthier communication patterns.
A: Parent involvement is essential. Parents receive updates, education, and strategies to support their teen at home. Sessions may include time with the parent, the teen, and both together, depending on the situation and the child’s needs.
A: Yes. Many teens and families choose telehealth for convenience, privacy, and flexibility. Evaluations, follow-ups, and medication management can be conducted through secure video visits.
A: Common concerns include anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related symptoms, OCD, mood instability, school-related stress, social withdrawal, self-esteem challenges, and co-occurring substance use.
A: Absolutely—our providers collaborate with therapists, school counselors, and primary-care clinicians to ensure continuity of care.