What I Help With

Teen & Adolescent Counseling in Waco, TX

A calm, real place for ages 12 and up to feel heard and find their footing.

All specialties

Cambiare Counseling offers teen and adolescent therapy in Waco, TX for ages 12 and up, helping young people work through anxiety, low mood, school pressure, friendships, identity, and family changes. Sessions are warm and down-to-earth, never clinical or preachy, and are available in person in Waco or by secure video anywhere in Texas.

Service
Teen & adolescent counseling
Provider
Deana Baker, M.A., LPC, LSOTP, LCDC-I
Format
In person in Waco · online video & phone across Texas
Ages
Adolescents & teens, ages 12-17 (and young adults)
Insurance
Most major plans accepted via Headway
Booking
(979) 270-2656 · by appointment

Signs a teen might benefit from counseling

How counseling can help

Teens open up when they don't feel judged. We start by simply getting to know each other, no scripts, no lecture. From there we build practical, age-appropriate tools for managing worry, anger, and stress, drawing on approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) chosen to fit each young person.

Parents are part of the picture too. For clients under 18, a parent or guardian is involved in scheduling and consent, and I'll help you understand how to support your teen while still giving them a confidential space of their own.

What to expect

The first step is a relaxed conversation to see if it's a good fit. Sessions run by appointment, including some evenings, in person in downtown Waco or online by video and phone across Texas. Most major insurance is accepted through Headway.

Frequently asked questions

At what age can my child start counseling?

Cambiare welcomes adolescents and teens generally ages 12 and up, as well as young adults and adults. For anyone under 18, a parent or guardian is involved in scheduling and consent. If you're unsure whether it's a good match for your child, just reach out and we'll talk it through, there's no pressure either way.

Do you offer online therapy for teens in Texas?

Yes. Teen sessions are available in person in Waco and by secure video or phone anywhere in Texas, which can be easier to fit around school, sports, and family schedules.

Will you tell me what my teenager talks about in session?

Teens need a space that feels their own, so the details of sessions are generally kept confidential to build trust. At the same time, parents are kept informed about progress and are always looped in around safety. We'll set clear expectations together at the start.

Does insurance cover teen counseling?

Most major insurance plans are accepted through Headway, including Aetna, BCBS of Texas, Cigna, United Healthcare (Optum), Oscar, and others. Coverage varies by plan, and I'm glad to help you check your benefits before the first session.

How do we get started?

Call or text (979) 270-2656, email deana@cambiarecounseling.com, or book online through Headway. We'll find a time that works and begin with a no-pressure first conversation.

Let's chat

If your teen is struggling, you don't have to figure it out alone. A quick call or text is all it takes to start.