Navigating adolescence is challenging enough, but for teens struggling with anxiety, it can feel overwhelming.
Contact us today and find your path to recovery for your family.
Anxiety doesn’t just affect a teenager’s mood—it can interfere with their ability to succeed in school, form meaningful relationships, and enjoy daily life.
At Beachside Teen, we specialize in providing personalized, compassionate care for teens facing anxiety. Our comprehensive treatment programs in Malibu, California combine evidence-based therapies, holistic approaches, and unwavering support to help your teen regain confidence, find relief, and develop the tools needed to thrive.
Learn more about our teen mental health programs or call us now at 877-983-5144.
Anxiety disorders are not just occasional feelings of nervousness or stress—they are chronic conditions that disrupt a teen’s emotional, physical, and social well-being.
Anxiety disorders involve persistent, excessive worry or fear about everyday situations and can lead to significant emotional distress. Teens with anxiety disorders may feel trapped in a cycle of unease and avoidance, impacting their academic performance, friendships, and family dynamics.
If left untreated, anxiety disorders can worsen over time, potentially leading to depression, substance use, or other behavioral challenges. Understanding that anxiety is a treatable condition is the first step toward empowering your teen to regain control over their life.
Recognizing the signs of anxiety in teens can be difficult, as many symptoms may be mistaken for typical adolescent behavior.
However, persistent or intense symptoms may indicate an underlying disorder. Identifying these symptoms early can help ensure your teen receives the support they need.
Teen anxiety disorders manifest in various forms, each with distinct symptoms and triggers that require specialized understanding and treatment approaches. From persistent worries to specific phobias, these conditions affect how young people navigate school, relationships, and personal growth.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder, or GAD, involves chronic worry about everyday activities and events. Teens with GAD often feel anxious about a wide range of issues, such as schoolwork, friendships, or family matters, even when there’s no apparent reason to worry.
Panic Disorder is marked by recurring and unexpected panic attacks—sudden episodes of intense fear that trigger physical symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, sweating, or dizziness. These attacks can occur without warning and may cause teens to live in constant fear of another episode.
Medication-Induced Anxiety Disorder occurs when a teen experiences anxiety as a side effect of certain medications or substances. This type of anxiety is directly linked to the use of a specific drug, whether it’s a prescription medication, over-the-counter remedy, or even a recreational substance.
Teens with Unspecified Anxiety Disorders may experience symptoms that overlap multiple types of anxiety or have unique challenges that don’t align with a defined diagnosis.
SAD is characterized by a debilitating fear of being judged, embarrassed, or rejected in social settings. Teens with SAD may avoid social interactions altogether.
Beachside Teen offers a range of specialized programs designed to address anxiety disorders:
Each program is tailored to meet your teen’s individual needs, ensuring they feel supported and empowered throughout their recovery journey.
At Beachside Teen, we use a comprehensive and integrative approach to treating anxiety. Our team ensures each teen receives a tailored treatment plan based on their specific challenges and goals.
Our therapies include:
At Beachside Teen, we believe that recovery is about more than symptom relief—it’s about restoring hope, confidence, and balance in a teen’s life.
Parents choose us because:
We are here to guide your teen—and your family—on the path to a brighter future.
At Beachside, our programming meets the highest standards for quality adolescent healthcare.
If your teen is struggling with anxiety, don’t wait to seek help. Early intervention can make all the difference.
Take the first step today. Contact us to learn more about our program or verify your insurance.
Together, we can help your teen build a brighter future.