VIRTUAL THERAPY FOR TEENS IN TEXAS
Support for overwhelmed teens — and exhausted parents.
Virtual therapy for teens across Texas, with parent coaching along the way — because when ADHD, anxiety, or school stress takes over, it affects the whole family.
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Teen Therapy + Parent Coaching
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Virtual Across Texas
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Free 15-Minute ConsultationVirtual Across Texas
Virtual sessions available across Texas.
Does This Sound Familiar?
Most of the families I work with are living some version of this:
Your teen is incredibly smart — but homework somehow turns into a nightly battle.
They seem perfectly fine at school… then completely fall apart once they get home.
You feel like you're walking on eggshells in your own house.
Every conversation somehow becomes an argument.
Your teen says "I'm fine," but you know they aren't.
You've read the books, downloaded the apps, and still feel stuck.
If you're nodding your head, you're not alone — and things can get better.
Imagine six months from now
Real change usually looks quieter than people expect — and it shows up in the small, everyday moments.
Your teen
✓Feels more confident in who they are
✓Understands anxiety instead of fearing it
✓Manages ADHD with more independence
✓Has healthier friendships
✓Actually enjoys being at home again
You
✓Stop walking on eggshells
✓Know how to respond in difficult moments
✓Feel connected instead of exhausted
✓Enjoy family time again
✓Trust that things are actually moving forward
Small changes each week create meaningful change over time.
How I help
Helping the whole family move forward
Real change happens when your teen has their own support — and you have practical tools that work at home.
Teen Therapy
Calmer mind. Steadier days.
Helping your teen develop confidence, emotional regulation, resilience, and practical ADHD skills they can actually use in school, friendships, and family life.
Parent Coaching
Fewer fights. More connection.
Helping you understand what's underneath the behavior — and giving you practical tools that actually work in the hard moments at home.
What working together looks like
A simple, low-pressure path from your first message to real progress at home.
1) Free consultation
We'll talk about what's been happening, answer your questions, and figure out together whether we're a good fit.
2) Personalized plan
Every teen and every family is different. We'll build a plan around your family's goals — not a generic protocol.
3) Real progress
Small consistent changes lead to calmer homes, stronger relationships, and more confident consultation.
About Julio
Hi, I'm Julio.
I've spent years helping teens who look perfectly fine on the outside while quietly struggling with anxiety, ADHD, perfectionism, or big emotions they don't know what to do with.
I've also worked with parents who are doing everything they can — and still wonder if they're helping in the right way.
My approach is practical, collaborative, and focused on helping the whole family — not just the teen sitting in the session. You'll always understand what we're working toward and why. Sessions are available virtually in English and Spanish for teens and families anywhere in Texas.
Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas
Works primarily with teens and their parents
Trained in CBT, the Unified Protocol, and Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)
Julio Alberto Ibarra, LPC · Texas License #82597
What parents often tell me
Common themes I hear from the families I work with.
“Our evenings finally feel peaceful again.”
“My teen actually uses the coping skills.”
“I understand my teen instead of feeling confused.”
“I don't feel alone in this anymore.”
“We argue less and connect more.”
“Mornings don't start with a fight now.”
These reflect common themes shared by families while protecting every client's confidentiality. They are not individual testimonials.
Questions parents usually ask
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You don't have to wait for a crisis. If stress, mood, or focus is getting in the way of school, sleep, friendships, or how they treat the people they love — that's reason enough to talk to someone.
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That's really common. Most teens start off nervous, skeptical, or sure it won't help. My first job is to make the process feel less awkward and more doable than they expected. We start where they are, not where they're "supposed" to be.
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You're not alone in that. A lot of families I work with have been to someone before. We'll talk honestly about what didn't work last time so we can do something different — not just repeat the same experience.
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As involved as it needs to be. Your teen gets their own private space, and you get your own parent coaching. When it helps, we bring things together — but only when it makes sense for your family.
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When it's helpful and you're on board, yes. With your written consent, I can coordinate with schools, tutors, or other providers so everyone is rowing in the same direction.
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Often it's a mix, and the outside behavior can look the same either way. Part of our early work is helping you and your teen understand what's actually driving the struggle — so the plan we build fits the real picture.
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Yes. Therapy doesn't replace medication if that's part of your teen's plan, but it gives them practical tools for focus, emotion regulation, and follow-through — and gives you a clearer picture of what's actually going on.
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Most families start noticing real shifts within the first three to six months. We check in along the way, and you're always in the driver's seat about pace and direction.
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Yes — sessions are virtual and available across Texas, which makes it a lot easier for busy teens and parents to show up consistently. There are no inperson therapy at the moment.
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Insurance services are handled through Headway. Wayfinder currently accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna, Ascension SmartHealth, and Carelon Behavioral Health. Insurance availability is limited. Superbills are also available for possible out-of-network reimbursement, depending on your plan.
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Yes. Teens, parents, and adults can all receive therapy through Wayfinder. See Online Adult Therapy →
The simple details
Who I work with
Teens (roughly 12–19) and their parents, anywhere in Texas — Wayfinder also works with adults; see Online Adult Therapy.
Fees & superbills
Private Pay
50–60 minute sessions are $160.
30-minute session is $80 (available when clinically appropriate based on treatment needs).
Insurance
Insurance services are handled through Headway. Wayfinder currently accepts:
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Cigna
Ascension SmartHealth
Carelon Behavioral Health
Insurance availability is limited. Superbills are also available for possible out-of-network reimbursement, depending on your plan.
Virtual sessions
Secure 50-minute virtual sessions for teens, with parent coaching as needed. Sessions are available in English and Spanish.
Getting started
We start with a free 15-minute call. I personally reply to every message, usually within one business day.
You don't have to figure this out alone.
If your family has been stuck in the same cycle of worry, conflict, or overwhelm, let's talk. A free 15-minute consultation is simply a chance to see if working together feels like the right next step. No pressure. No commitment. Just a conversation.
You'll usually hear back within one business day.