Community Education Series
Presents
Britt Rathbone, LCSW-C
The Emotional Lives of Teens: Anxiety
Adolescence is a period of heightened emotion, rapid change, and increasing pressure. For many teens and families, anxiety is challenging and overwhelming. In this presentation, Britt Rathbone offers a clear, compassionate, and science-grounded look at why anxiety is so prevalent in teens today. Designed for parents and caregivers, this presentation provides practical guidance on how to respond in ways that reduce escalation and increase skill for managing anxiety. Attendees will learn practical tools for effectively supporting anxious teens. The presentation emphasizes connection, balance, and realistic expectations, helping families shift from fear-driven reactions to steady, helpful support.
Britt Rathbone, LCSW-C, is a psychotherapist and founder of Capital Youth Services, a group practice specializing in evidence-based treatment for adolescents, young adults, and families. Mr. Rathbone has extensive experience working with anxiety, mood disorders, and emotion regulation challenges, and is an expert in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and other cognitive-behavioral therapies. He is the author of What Works with Teens and Parenting Your Child With Intense Emotions, among other books, and is known for translating complex clinical concepts into clear, practical guidance for therapists, parents, and educators.