EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 46 MIN
Episode 260 | Effective Strategies for High Risk Teens with Katie May, LPC, DBT-LBC
from Psych Talk · host Dr. Jessica Rabon
In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Katie May, LPC, DBT-LBC about high risk teenagers. Katie discussed her journey in to specializing in working with high risk teens and families and why she is so passionate about this population. Katie defines what a "high risk teen" is and why traditional therapy approaches often do not work with this population. We discussed the most common traps therapists fall in with high risk teens and how therapists can avoid them. We also discuss how therapists can collaborate with parents to help their high risk teens while also maintaining the teen's trust and confidentiality in therapy. Katie shares some practical frameworks and models that are effective in helping high risk teen, as well as effective ways to safety plan with a high risk teen. We end the discussion by talking about Katie's book You’re On Fire, It’s Fine: Effective Strategies for Parenting Teens with Self-Destructive Behaviors. Connect with Katie: Website: www.katiekmay.com IG: @katiekmay Book: You're On Fire, It's Fine Connect with Me: Follow me on IG @jessicaleighphd Follow the podcast on IG @psych.talk.podcast Follow me on TikTok @jessicaleighphd Follow me on Youtube Follow me on Threads @jessicaleighphd Welcome to Group Therapy Podcast Ways to Work With Me: Mind Over Matter LGBTQ+ Affirming Masterclass Be a guest on my podcast Resources: Anti-Racism Resources LGBTQ+ Affirming Resources The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting Intro/Outro Music Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod Music License
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