Are you worried about how much your teen worries? Struggling to know when to step in—and when to step back? Parenting the Anxious Teen: When to Worry and How to Help is a practical, engaging presentation that empowers parents to better understand teen anxiety and respond with confidence. You'll learn how to recognize when anxiety is a typical part of adolescence—and when it might signal something more serious. This session offers expert guidance on how to support your teen without reinforcing unhelpful patterns, along with actionable strategies to build resilience, encourage open communication, and promote emotional regulation at home.  

 This virtual presentation is free and open to the public, but reservations are required.

ABOUT OUR SPEAKER

Kate Alcamo, LCMFT, is the founder of the Family Therapy Center of Bethesda and Fairwinds Counseling Group and a licensed clinical couple and family therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-worth, and divorce-related challenges. She works with adolescents, young adults, adults, and provides divorce coaching.  Kate is a certified cognitive behavioral therapist for children and adolescents, trained in EMDR, and a trained Collaborative Divorce Professional. She is the co-founder of The Confidence Coaches and The Co-Parent Collective.  Kate brings a diverse background that includes work in public schools and private practice. In addition to her clinical work, Kate is an Approved Supervisor and active member of both Metro MFT and the Collaborative Divorce Resolution Professionals (CDRP) of Montgomery County.