For any parent, high school is a difficult time. Your son who once was by your side and seemed to follow whatever you said has all of a sudden become closer to adulthood. And with that come the doors that remain closed, the one-word answers at the dinner table, the challenging father-son dynamics, the excessive screen time, drug use, and so much more. And the worst part is that it feels like you can’t connect to your teen the way you once did. Life is very different than it was 30 years ago, and no matter what you try it might feel like you can’t get through to him.

I’m Ali Siddique, and I specialize in working with high schoolers ages 14-18. I am just old enough to provide guidance and mentorship to your son, but not too old to where he will be turned off by therapy. I help my clients gain self-esteem from within and navigate their emotions, so that they can be well-equipped and ready for their next phase of life.

Before getting into “the work”, I focus on building a relationship and trust with my clients. I have found that this older-brother type approach has been invaluable in helping them. This isn’t about “fixing” your son, it is about giving him a space to open up and breathe. A place rooted in emotion - and spirituality, if desired.