Sometimes our teen's issues are a reflection of skills they need to develop, and it can help to have another trusted adult help them develop those skills. Dr. Hawkins specializes in helping teens regulate their emotions, develop coping skills, improve their self-esteem, deal with stress, communicate their needs, and manage social pressures. Jared commonly works with the following issues:
Depression
Anxiety
School stress
Behavioral issues
Addictive behaviors
ODD
ADHD
Family conflict
These issues can disrupt family relationships, and that is why Dr. Hawkins takes a full family approach to assessing and treating symptoms. Depending on the case, he may suggest a combination of individual teen sessions, parent sessions, and/or family sessions. He intentionally maintains a small caseload to provide highly personalized care for each family. Most importantly, teens like working with Jared because they feel understood and not judged.
Dr. Hawkins offers virtual sessions only, but arrangements can be made to meet in person in Utah or Salt Lake County depending on circumstance. If you have questions, feel free to reach out. Jared offers free 15-minute consultations to see if you are a good fit.