Ed Sage, LCSW

(914) 299-9754 | EdSage@gmail.com

Teen Expert | Clarity & Guidance for Parents

Ed Sage, LCSW

(914) 299-9754  EdSage@gmail.com

Teen Expert | Clarity & Guidance for Parents

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Support for Parents and Teens

When your teen is struggling, it’s hard to know what’s normal — and what needs attention. Today’s challenges, including increased access to vaping and marijuana, make it even harder to know what’s really going on. You don’t have to guess your way through it. Start with an expert assessment and get practical guidance to improve communication, repair relationships, and help your child move forward with confidence.

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When your teen is struggling, it’s hard to know what’s normal — and what needs attention. Today’s challenges, including increased access to vaping and marijuana, make it even harder to know what’s really going on. You don’t have to guess your way through it. Start with an expert assessment and get practical guidance to improve communication, repair relationships, and help your child move forward with confidence.

Free Consultation

ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS

Teens today are exposed to a wide range of risky behaviors, including alcohol, nicotine vaping, marijuana, gambling, pornography, and excessive gaming or technology use. While some experimentation may appear typical, these patterns can quickly become more concerning if they begin affecting mood, relationships, or daily functioning. I help parents understand what’s happening, identify early warning signs, and take clear steps through assessment and guidance to support healthier, more balanced behavior at home.

ACADEMIC PROBLEMS

If your teen is struggling in school, it can be difficult to know whether it’s motivation, emotional stress, learning challenges, or something else entirely. Whether they are falling behind, disengaging from college, or unsure of their direction, these patterns often have deeper underlying causes. Through a structured assessment, I work with families to understand what’s getting in the way and develop a practical plan to help your child regain focus, direction, and momentum.

ANXIETY, DEPRESSION & ANGER TREATMENT

If your teen seems more withdrawn, anxious, or quick to anger, it can feel like their mood changes without warning. These shifts are often confusing for parents and can create tension at home, school difficulties, and emotional distance over time. I work with families to understand what’s driving these changes and provide a clear, supportive plan to reduce conflict, improve communication, and strengthen emotional stability.

SUPPORT FOR PARENTS

You don’t need to wait for things to escalate to get help. Whether your teen is anxious, feeling down, or you’re simply not connecting the way you used to, I provide expert assessment and parent-focused guidance to help you understand what’s going on. Together, we focus on improving communication, strengthening your relationship, and giving you clear, practical next steps you can use right away.

ED SAGE, LCSW

Specializing in adolescent emotional and behavioral challenges while helping parents understand and respond effectively

MY EXPERIENCE

Private Practice
As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-R), I have spent over 25 years working closely with teens, young adults, and their parents. My work focuses on assessment, behavioral patterns, and helping families improve communication and rebuild connection during difficult periods.

Saint Vincent’s Hospital
At Saint Vincent’s Hospital, I worked with over 1,000 patients facing a wide range of emotional, developmental, and substance-related challenges, gaining deep experience in identifying underlying issues and stabilizing complex situations.

New York University
I received my Master’s of Social Work from NYU in 1992.

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EdSage Reel
When things
change at home…
Parents are often left trying to
make sense of it. What’s normal.
What’s not. What to do next.
A teen expert assessment
brings clarity – and direction.
Ed Sage
✉EdSage@gmail.com
✆(914) 299-9754
🌐EdSage.com
Start with an
Assessment Today
Teen Expert Guidance

HOW I CAN HELP YOU

I specialize in supporting parents of teens and young adults (ages 14-25) who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, anger, emotional withdrawal, or risky behavior. Rather than focusing on short-term fixes, my work centers on helping parents understand what’s driving these patterns and how to respond more effectively at home. Using a practical, insight-driven approach informed by clinical experience and behavioral strategies, I provide clear guidance on communication, boundaries, and emotional dynamics so you can lead with greater confidence, strengthen your relationship, and support your child’s long-term growth and independence.
 
I offer flexible hours on both nights and weekends via telemedicine and in-person sessions. During our individualized and short-term treatment we will address the underlying causes of problems to ensure future success.

You can now use your FSA or HSA card!

Health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are a great way to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible healthcare services.

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ED SAGE, LCSW

Specializing in adolescent emotional and behavioral challenges while helping parents understand and respond effectively

MY EXPERIENCE

Private Practice
As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-R), I have spent over 25 years working closely with teens, young adults, and their parents. My work focuses on assessment, behavioral patterns, and helping families improve communication and rebuild connection during difficult periods.

Saint Vincent’s Hospital
At Saint Vincent’s Hospital, I worked with over 1,000 patients facing a wide range of emotional, developmental, and substance-related challenges, gaining deep experience in identifying underlying issues and stabilizing complex situations.

New York University
I received my Master’s of Social Work from NYU in 1992.

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HOW I CAN HELP YOU

I specialize in supporting parents of teens and young adults (ages 14-25) who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, anger, emotional withdrawal, or risky behavior. Rather than focusing on short-term fixes, my work centers on helping parents understand what’s driving these patterns and how to respond more effectively at home. Using a practical, insight-driven approach informed by clinical experience and behavioral strategies, I provide clear guidance on communication, boundaries, and emotional dynamics so you can lead with greater confidence, strengthen your relationship, and support your child’s long-term growth and independence.
 
I offer flexible hours on both nights and weekends via telemedicine and in-person sessions. During our individualized and short-term treatment we will address the underlying causes of problems to ensure future success.

You can now use your FSA or HSA card!

Health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are a great way to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible healthcare services.

Learn More
EdSage Reel
When things
change at home…
Parents are often left trying to
make sense of it. What’s normal.
What’s not. What to do next.
A teen expert assessment
brings clarity – and direction.
Ed Sage
✉EdSage@gmail.com
✆(914) 299-9754
🌐EdSage.com
Start with an
Assessment Today
Teen Expert Guidance

Services

My work is focused on giving parents clear insight, practical strategies, and steady guidance to navigate challenges and strengthen their relationship with their teen.

Assessments

Is your child shutting you out, becoming more anxious or angry, or spending excessive time gaming? Are you unsure whether vaping and drinking are becoming a concern or what’s developmentally typical? A thoughtful assessment is often the best place to start. I meet with your teen to understand their perspective, then work closely with you to clarify what’s really going on. With over 25 years of experience, I help families identify underlying challenges, improve communication, and create a clear, informed path forward.

Addictive Behaviors Treatment

Gaming, social media, vaping, marijuana, alcohol experimentation, and other behaviors can initially appear typical but may become more disruptive over time. If your teen is withdrawing, struggling emotionally, or losing balance with substances or technology, early intervention can make a meaningful difference. I help parents recognize patterns early and respond effectively, offering experienced guidance to reduce risk and restore healthier routines and boundaries.

Life Skills, Goals & Planning

The transition to adulthood can be challenging for both teens and parents. I help families clarify next steps, whether that involves college planning, re-engagement in school, or broader life direction. Together, we establish realistic goals and a structured plan while helping parents support their teen’s growing independence in a constructive and sustainable way.

Depression Evaluation & Treatment

When a teen is feeling withdrawn, overwhelmed, or emotionally low, it can impact every part of their life and leave parents unsure how to respond. I provide careful evaluation and parent-focused guidance to better understand what your child is experiencing and how to respond in ways that support stability, connection, and long-term emotional well-being.

RESEARCH-DRIVEN PRACTICE

My work is grounded in established clinical research and evidence-based practices in adolescent and family mental health. I draw on proven approaches to help parents better understand what drives their teen’s behavior and how to respond in ways that support meaningful, lasting change at home. The focus is always practical—turning clinical insight into clear guidance that families can actually use in daily life.

For more information on research supporting my practice, download these references.

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Testimonials

Our son had been struggling with depression for years, and we just wanted to see him happy again. After trying several providers who didn’t truly understand him, we felt lost—until we found Ed. He connected with our son in a way no one else had, helping him open up, rebuild his confidence, and find joy in school and social life again.

Melissa & Tom

I wasn’t fully aware of how much time my son was spending on screens or how it was affecting his sleep and mood. Working together helped us establish healthier boundaries and open up a much better line of communication at home. We now have a clearer structure and more balance in how he uses technology.

Sharon

I never realized the impact that pot and vaping were having on my son until we began working together. With guidance and structure, he started applying himself in college, and next year he will graduate. We’re incredibly grateful for the tools he gained to make better decisions and move forward successfully.

Andy

Before working together, I felt overwhelmed and scattered and didn’t fully understand how my ADHD patterns were affecting my daily life. Through our work, I gained practical strategies that helped me become more focused, organized, and in control of my routines in a sustainable way.

Karen

My quality of life today compared to two years ago is incredible. I just got offered my old job back. My parents seem really happy. Through the assessment and step-by-step plan, I learned to better understand my thought patterns and what was contributing to my depression.

Jules

Get Help Today! 

EdSage@gmail.com

(914) 299-9754