Executive Function Coaching & Therapy for NYC Teens
1:1 Support In-Home, Online, or In-Office Through Themba Tutors & Happy Apple NYC
Transform Your Teen's Focus, Motivation, and Confidence
Navigating the teenage years in New York City isn't easy—especially for teens dealing with ADHD, anxiety, or executive function challenges. At Themba Tutors and Happy Apple NYC, we offer personalized, one-on-one executive function coaching and therapy that meets your teen where they are—academically, emotionally, and physically.
Whether you're in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, or nearby suburbs, we bring professional support directly to your teen—at home, in-office, or online.
Support for the Whole Teen—From Planning to Processing
Navigating adolescence in New York City is no small feat, especially for teens facing ADHD, anxiety, or executive function challenges. That's why Themba Tutors and Happy Apple NYC, two independent but collaborative organizations, offer complementary services to support teens holistically:
Themba Tutors specializes in executive function coaching, offering skill-building tools that help teens stay organized, manage their time effectively, and follow through on their goals.
Happy Apple NYC focuses exclusively on therapy, using evidence-based modalities like CBT and DBT to help teens better understand and regulate their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
These services are offered separately, but often overlap in meaningful ways, creating a powerful framework for lasting growth and independence.
What Is Executive Function Coaching? (Offered by Themba Tutors)
Executive function coaching helps teens improve critical skills like:
Task initiation & time management
Emotional regulation
Organization & goal follow-through
Sessions are completely personalized and focus on helping teens succeed in school and daily life through repeatable strategies and tools.
Coaches work closely with teens to develop repeatable systems for tackling school, home, and extracurricular demands with greater independence.
What is Executive Function Coaching? →
What Is Therapy for Teens? (Offered by Happy Apple NYC)
Happy Apple NYC provides individualized therapy rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical best practices. Therapy helps teens (and their families) manage:
Anxiety and mood regulation
Interpersonal relationships and self-esteem
Life transitions and emotional overwhelm
School-related stress and identity development
Through CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), therapists help teens recognize thought and behavioral patterns, build resilience, and cope with difficult emotions.
Happy Apple also offers: ✅ Family therapy ✅ Parent coaching for improved communication at home ✅ In-person sessions in a peaceful Manhattan office ✅ Secure telehealth options statewide
📞 Contact Happy Apple NYC → to learn more or book your first session.
Why Combine Executive Function Coaching With Therapy?
Therapy helps teens manage stress, emotions, and underlying issues like anxiety or low self-esteem, while coaching provides structure and practical tools.
When used together:
Coaches help with routines, prioritization, and follow-through
Therapists uncover and work through emotional blockers
Together, they provide a complete support system
DBT Therapy can help teens learn to self-regulate and manage their emotions→
Where Therapy and EF Coaching Overlap
Although EF coaching and therapy are distinct services, they often reinforce each other in key ways:
Executive Function Coaching (Themba Tutors)
Focuses on planning, time management, and academic habits
Teaches routines, accountability, and goal tracking
Builds external structure and action plans
Coaches meet teens in-home, online, or in libraries
Therapy (Happy Apple NYC)
Focuses on emotions, mindset, and coping strategies
Explores emotional patterns that affect motivation
Builds internal awareness and emotional insight
Therapists meet teens in-office or via telehealth
👉 When combined, these services address both the "how" and the "why" behind a teen's struggles—leading to deeper, more sustainable progress.
Meet Our NYC Providers
🚪 Themba Tutors – In-Home Coaching and Therapy Throughout NYC
Themba Tutors offers flexible, doorstep executive function coaching and therapy. Coaches and therapists meet your teen at home, at school, or at a local library—wherever they're most comfortable.
✅ In-home services in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx & beyond ✅ 100% individualized support ✅ Online sessions available if preferred
📞 Contact Themba Tutors → to book a free consultation.
🏢 Happy Apple NYC – Remote & Office-Based Teen Therapy Services
Happy Apple NYC delivers therapy-focused services from our Manhattan office or virtually via secure telehealth. As an NYC-based psychotherapy practice specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and family dynamics, Happy Apple brings exceptional expertise to teen therapy services.
Our team at Happy Apple NYC consists of highly experienced, down-to-earth therapists who have been recognized for their outstanding work with adolescents and families. Many of our therapists have been featured in prominent media outlets including The New York Times, Huffington Post, and CNBC, and have received multiple awards including "Best in Counseling and Mental Health" by the Best Businesses of Manhattan Award Program.
We understand that the teenage years bring unique challenges, especially in the high-pressure environment of New York City. Our therapists work with teens to navigate academic stress, social anxiety, identity development, family conflicts, and the complex emotions that accompany adolescence.
The Happy Apple approach draws from multiple evidence-based therapeutic models including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help teens identify and change unhelpful thought patterns
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance
Attachment-focused techniques to improve family relationships
Trauma-informed approaches, including specialized EMDR therapy when appropriate
Mindfulness practices for managing anxiety and improving focus
For teens struggling with executive function challenges, our therapists work collaboratively with executive function coaches, creating a comprehensive support system that addresses both practical skills and emotional wellbeing.
✅ CBT, DBT, and EMDR available ✅ One-on-one support ✅ Available for teens and parent coaching
📞 Contact Happy Apple NYC → to learn more or book your first session.
How Coaching & Therapy Help Teens in NYC
Real Activities. Real Results.
At both practices, activities are customized for your teen's goals:
Goal-setting worksheets and time challenges
Emotion mapping and CBT skill-building
Creative expression through art therapy
Homework planning and accountability sessions
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Get Started Today – Personalized Help That Fits Your Life
🧠 1:1 sessions only – no groups
🗽 Tailored for NYC teens and families
💻 Choose in-home, in-office, or online
Ready to transform your teen's academic experience and emotional wellbeing?
Themba Tutors: Contact Themba Tutors → to schedule your free consultation and discuss how our in-home executive function coaching can support your teen's growth.
Happy Apple NYC: Contact Happy Apple NYC → to connect with our experienced therapists and begin your teen's journey toward improved executive functioning, emotional regulation, and overall wellbeing.
Don't let executive function challenges hold your teen back from reaching their full potential. With the right support from our expert coaches and therapists, your teen can develop the skills they need to thrive academically and emotionally in the complex world of New York City and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is executive function coaching for teens?
A: Executive function coaching helps teens improve skills like time management, organization, emotional regulation, and study strategies. Coaches work 1:1 with your teen to develop custom tools that make school and daily life more manageable. It's especially helpful for students with ADHD, anxiety, or learning differences.
Q2: How is executive function coaching different from therapy?
A: Coaching focuses on building skills and habits—like breaking down tasks or managing time. Therapy dives deeper into emotions, anxiety, and behavior patterns. Many teens benefit most from a combined approach where both services work together to support growth.
Q3: Does Themba Tutors come to my home?
A: Yes! Themba Tutors offers doorstep executive function coaching and therapy services across NYC. Sessions can take place at your home, your teen's school, or another location that works for your family's routine. Online sessions are also available for added flexibility.
Q4: Can my teen receive therapy in-person at Happy Apple NYC?
A: Absolutely. Happy Apple NYC provides in-office therapy sessions at their Manhattan location, in a calm and welcoming space. They also offer virtual sessions for teens who prefer remote support or live outside the city.
Q5: What age range do you work with?
A: Both Themba Tutors and Happy Apple NYC specialize in working with preteens, teens, and young adults, typically between ages 10 and 22. If your child is outside that range, reach out for personalized recommendations.
Q6: How do I know if my teen needs executive function help?
A: Common signs include frequent procrastination, trouble starting or completing tasks, emotional outbursts, low motivation, and struggles with organization or time management. If these sound familiar, a coach or therapist can help assess and create a plan.
Q7: Do you offer services outside Manhattan?
A: Yes! Themba Tutors provides in-home sessions throughout Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, and parts of New Jersey. Happy Apple NYC offers remote therapy statewide and beyond.
Q8: What therapeutic approaches does Happy Apple NYC use with teens?
A: Happy Apple NYC therapists draw from multiple evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, attachment theory, trauma-informed care (including EMDR), and mindfulness practices. Our approach is non-judgmental and empathic, creating a safe space for teens to express themselves authentically and work through challenges.
Q9: How do I know whether my teen needs coaching, therapy, or both?
A: Many teens benefit from both services, as they address different aspects of executive function challenges. During your free consultation, our specialists can help determine the right combination of support based on your teen's specific needs, strengths, and goals. We're happy to discuss the options and create a personalized plan.
Q10: How long does it typically take to see improvement?
A: While every teen is different, most families notice initial improvements within the first month of consistent work. More substantial changes in habits, emotional regulation, and academic performance typically emerge over 3-6 months of regular sessions. Our goal is to help teens develop sustainable skills that last well beyond our work together.
