Katy Teen & Family Counseling

Katy Teen & Family Counseling Katy Teen & Family Counseling specializes in teen, young adult, family, couples counseling, & neurofeedback.

With a combined 70+ years experience, our therapists can help restore hope, happiness, and connected family relationship.

The transition from teenhood to young adulthood can feel like standing at the base of a mountain.Exciting, unfamiliar, a...
12/12/2025

The transition from teenhood to young adulthood can feel like standing at the base of a mountain.
Exciting, unfamiliar, and at times overwhelming.

Every year, graduating seniors walk into a new chapter filled with independence, uncertainty, and opportunity. Whether they are preparing for college, trade school, a gap year, or simply stepping into adulthood, this season brings a mix of confidence and doubt.

Many young adults feel the pressure of the unknown while trying to manage stress, self-expectations, and life decisions. But with the right guidance, this transition can feel far more manageable.

In our latest article, we share three key strategies that help teens and young adults navigate this major life shift with clarity and confidence. These insights have guided many of the young people we work with during this pivotal stage.

If your teen or young adult is preparing for what comes next, this is a must-read.

Read the full article here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/transition-from-teen-hood-to-young-adulthood-3-tips-to-help-scale-that-mountain

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

Is a Parent Support Group right for you?Many parents assume parent support groups are only for families in crisis, yet m...
12/09/2025

Is a Parent Support Group right for you?

Many parents assume parent support groups are only for families in crisis, yet most parents who attend discover something very different. They find understanding, encouragement, shared experiences, and a space where parenting a struggling teen finally feels less isolating.

At Katy Teen & Family Counseling, our Parent Support Group brings parents together to learn from one another, gain perspective, and build confidence in navigating challenges with teens and young adults.

Here are three benefits parents often take away:
• Feeling understood and realizing you are not alone
• Gaining new perspectives and helpful strategies from other parents
• Having weekly access to a teen, young adult, and family therapist who understands what your family is going through

Parenting a struggling teen can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to go through it alone.

Learn more about our Parent Support Group here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/is-parent-support-group-for-me-3-benefits-of-a-parent-support-group

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

How often do we truly listen to our teens, young adults, or partners?Not the kind of listening where we hear the words, ...
12/05/2025

How often do we truly listen to our teens, young adults, or partners?
Not the kind of listening where we hear the words, but the kind where connection is created through presence, attention, and eye contact.

Research shows that our eyes reveal how much we care, yet many families today struggle with distraction, emotional distance, or conversations that never go deeper than the surface.
But what happens when eye contact becomes the starting point for rebuilding trust, improving communication, and strengthening relationships?

In our latest article, we explore how meaningful eye contact, intentional attention, and genuine curiosity can transform conversations with teens, young adults, and spouses.
You may be surprised by how much impact these small, everyday moments can have.

Read the full article here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/connecting-through-communication-the-eyes-tell-the-story

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

Seasonal Affective Disorder, often called winter depression, affects many teens and young adults when the days get short...
12/04/2025

Seasonal Affective Disorder, often called winter depression, affects many teens and young adults when the days get shorter and darker. It can show up as low energy, changes in sleep, loss of interest, irritability, or difficulty keeping up with school or responsibilities.

For some, the holidays make things even harder. Social media comparisons, academic pressure, and family stress can intensify feelings of sadness or hopelessness.

The good news is that Seasonal Affective Disorder is treatable. At Katy Teen & Family Counseling, our therapists specialize in supporting teens and young adults through challenges like SAD, depression, anxiety, and stress. We use research-supported approaches including CBT, light therapy strategies, and personalized coping skills to help clients feel more like themselves again.

If the shorter days are already affecting your teen or young adult, now is the right time to reach out for support. Early help can prevent winter from becoming the hardest season of the year.

Learn more in our latest article here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/understanding-seasonal-affective-disorder-counseling-for-teens-and-young-adults

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

Every family has a story behind why support matters. For us, that story began decades ago, long before Katy Teen & Famil...
12/02/2025

Every family has a story behind why support matters. For us, that story began decades ago, long before Katy Teen & Family Counseling existed. It started with a teenager who didn’t understand his anxiety, didn’t know where to turn, and didn’t have access to the help he needed.

That experience became the foundation for our Vision, Mission, and Values. Today, these principles guide every counselor on our team and shape the environment we create for teens, young adults, and families.

What does healing look like when a practice is built not just on training and research, but on lived experience and a commitment to genuine care?

Read the full article here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/vision-mission-values-therapy-for-your-teen-young-adult-family

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

Many parents see their teen pushing for straight A’s, staying on top of responsibilities, and seeming “mature for their ...
12/01/2025

Many parents see their teen pushing for straight A’s, staying on top of responsibilities, and seeming “mature for their age.” But what if that same teen is quietly losing sleep, constantly stressed, and terrified of falling short?

High functioning anxiety in teens often hides behind perfect grades, busy schedules, and well-managed routines. On the surface, everything looks fine. Underneath, the pressure never stops.

How do you recognize the signs when your teen appears outwardly confident and capable? More importantly, what steps can parents take when the anxiety is invisible but intense?

Read the full article here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/teens-high-functioning-anxiety-what-it-is-how-to-spot-it

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

Bullying today looks very different from what many parents remember growing up with. With social media, smartphones, and...
11/25/2025

Bullying today looks very different from what many parents remember growing up with. With social media, smartphones, and constant online access, teens can no longer escape the harassment once they leave school. For many, the bullying follows them home, creating fear, shame, and emotional overload.

Why is bullying more intense in today’s generation, and what does it really do to a teen’s mental and emotional well-being? More importantly, how can parents step in effectively and protect their teen without making the situation worse?

The full article explores the reasons behind modern teen bullying, the impact it has on developing minds, and the steps parents can take to support and empower their teens.

Read more here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/bullying-in-today-s-generation-of-teenagers-how-to-help-your-teen

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

Social media has become one of the strongest influences in the lives of teen girls, shaping how they see themselves, how...
11/24/2025

Social media has become one of the strongest influences in the lives of teen girls, shaping how they see themselves, how they define beauty, and how they judge their own worth. What many parents don’t realize is just how deeply these messages impact a teenager’s developing brain, confidence, and emotional well-being.

From harmful beauty trends to the neurological effects of constant online validation, teen girls are facing pressures that previous generations never had to navigate.

What does the research really say about social media and self-esteem in teen girls? And what can parents do to protect their daughters from toxic online messages?

Read the full article here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/dinosaurs-toxic-influences-self-esteem-in-teen-girls

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

Thanksgiving is often described as a joyful time, but for many teens, the holiday brings stress, pressure, and emotional...
11/21/2025

Thanksgiving is often described as a joyful time, but for many teens, the holiday brings stress, pressure, and emotional overwhelm. From family expectations to disrupted routines and comparison with others, the season can intensify feelings of anxiety and depression.

At Katy Teen & Family Counseling, we understand why this time of year can be especially challenging for teens—and more importantly, how the right support can make a difference.

What makes Thanksgiving particularly difficult for teens, and how can counseling ease the pressure?
Read the full article here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/why-thanksgiving-can-be-hard-for-teens-how-teen-therapy-in-katy-tx-can-help

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

Many young adults today feel stuck as they work to transition into independence. This “failure to launch” is not a sign ...
11/14/2025

Many young adults today feel stuck as they work to transition into independence. This “failure to launch” is not a sign of laziness. It is often connected to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and a lack of direction.

At Katy Teen & Family Counseling, we help young adults build confidence, develop life skills, and take meaningful steps toward independence. With the right support, motivation returns and progress becomes possible.

Read the full article here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/helping-young-adults-overcome-failure-to-launch

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Give Us a Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Send Us an Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

Divorce doesn’t have to define your family’s future.Even when a marriage ends, the way you co-parent can shape how your ...
11/12/2025

Divorce doesn’t have to define your family’s future.
Even when a marriage ends, the way you co-parent can shape how your teens and young adults heal, grow, and thrive.

What does healthy co-parenting look like after divorce? And how can you protect your child’s emotional well-being when emotions are still raw?

Discover practical ways to rebuild trust, provide stability, and work together for your children — even after separation.

Read the full article here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/co-parenting-after-a-divorce-perspective-from-a-teen-young-adult-family-therapist

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Give Us a Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Send Us an Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

Why would a seasoned talk therapist shift to focusing primarily on neurofeedback?After years of helping teens and famili...
11/10/2025

Why would a seasoned talk therapist shift to focusing primarily on neurofeedback?
After years of helping teens and families through traditional therapy, Jason Drake, LCSW-S, BCN, discovered a breakthrough approach that delivers deeper, faster, and longer-lasting results — especially for trauma, anxiety, ADHD, and depression.

What changed his mind? And how does neurofeedback help where talk therapy sometimes falls short?

Discover the journey, the science, and the success stories behind this transformation.
Read the full article here: https://www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com/post/why-as-a-talk-therapist-i-m-moving-to-primarily-providing-neurofeedback

Katy Teen & Family Counseling
Give Us a Call or Text: 281-519-6364
Send Us an Email: info@katyteenandfamilycounseling.com

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23410 Grand Reserve Drive, Ste. 401 & 402
Katy, TX
77494

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Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm

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