Expert Teen Therapy in Tampa
Leaders in the Area: Recognized as the "Top teen therapists" in Tampa
Proven Results: We've helped thousands of teen's overcome behavioral and cognitive challenges
Tailored Approach: No two people are the same, we develop customized plans that address your specific needs
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What We Help With
Anxiety, excessive worry, & emotional regulation
Behavioral issues at home, in school and in sports
ADHD, impulsivity, and difficulty focusing
Trouble adjusting to family changes
Social withdrawal or struggles with bullying
Our Tampa Teen Counseling Services
Anger Mangement
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Teens
Anxiety Therapy
Grief Counseling for Teens
DBT Social Skills
Trauma-Focused CBT
About Dr. Perleoni
Dr. Mary Perleoni brings deep clinical expertise and a heart for helping children and families thrive. After earning her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling she moved on to receive her Ph.D. at the University of Central Florida, home to one of the nation’s top counseling programs.
With over 15 years of experience in mental health care, Dr. Perleoni is more than a clinician, she’s also an educator and mentor.
At It Begins Within, Dr. Perleoni’s vision is to provide compassionate, developmentally informed care for children, teens, and their families. Her clinical leadership ensures that every child therapist on our team is not only qualified—but exceptionally trained, supported, and aligned with best practices in child mental health.
Frequently Asked Questions
If your teen is constantly anxious, moody, overwhelmed, or shutting you out, these may be signs they need support. Frequent emotional outbursts, isolation or talking about feeling worthless are all common reasons parents seek therapy for their teen.
Q: How do I know if my teen needs therapy?
Q: What types of challenges can therapy help with?
We help teens manage anxiety, depression, peer pressure, emotional regulation, low self-esteem, and family conflict. We also support teens dealing with school refusal, identity exploration, and overwhelming stress.
Q: Do you offer in-person or virtual sessions?
We offer both! Families can choose in-person sessions at our Tampa or St. Petersburg offices, or meet virtually if that’s more convenient. We do strongly encourage in-person whenever possible though.
Q: What happens during a teen therapy session?
Sessions are tailored to each teen’s needs and personality. Our therapists may use talk therapy, DBT skills, mindfulness exercises, or CBT strategies to help your teen understand their emotions, develop healthy coping tools, and rebuild confidence.
Q: What ages do you work with?
We work with tweens and teens ages 10 to 18. Whether your teen is starting middle school or preparing for college, we tailor therapy to their developmental stage, emotional needs, and life stressors.
The helping hand you & your teen deserve
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If you're noticing signs of anxiety, defiance, or mood swings with your teen— you’ve come to the right place for help.
We specialize in helping teenagers feel understood and empowered. Our certified teen therapists work with kids and teens to navigate these challenging years and develop the skills they need to thrive.
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