Teen Line

TEEN LINE is a confidential telephone helpline for teen callers. If you have a problem or just want to talk with another teen who understands, then this is the right place for you! We're open from 6:00-10:00pm PST every night. (310) 855-HOPE (800) TLC-TEEN www.teenlineonline.org

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Teen Line's 2019 Food for Thought Brunch - TEEN LINE

Our annual Food for Thought Luncheon was a major success this year thanks to our many supporters, sponsors, teen volunteers, staff and Board of Directors. The event was held at the UCLA Meyer & Renee Luskin Conference Center on Sunday, May 5, 2019. It was a beautiful family event where we honored our amazing teens and celebrated our organizational achievements. We also honored the theme “Breaking the Silence” with a much needed panel discussion on teen suicide.

Wrap-up, Tribute Book and Pictures! Our annual Food for Thought Luncheon was a major success this year thanks to our many supporters, sponsors, teen volunteers, staff and Board of Directors. The event was held at the UCLA Meyer & Renee Luskin Co ...

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Get to Know 2019 Outstanding Listener Award Recipient, Wyatt Sarkisian - TEEN LINE

Get to know the recipient of the 2019 Outstanding Listener Award, Wyatt Sarkisian.

"Wyatt has a natural way of connecting to callers that gets them to open up like they are talking to a friend. He has an empathy that makes callers feel comfortable and cared for." Michelle Carlson, Teen Line Executive Director How long have y ...

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Get to Know Our Mentor Award Recipient, Sophie Penn - TEEN LINE

Sophie Penn is much more than a Listener on the hotline. For the past two years at Teen Line she has been a role model, LGBTQ teen speaker, friend and mentor. This is why she has been awarded the 2019 Mentor Award Recipient. Complete this sentence, “My name is Sophie Penn and I am….” “……. …

Sophie Penn is much more than a Listener on the hotline. For the past two years at Teen Line she has been a role model, LGBTQ teen speaker, friend and mentor. This is why she has been awarded the 2019 Mentor Award Recipient. Complete this sentence, ...

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7 Things I’ve Learned from Teen Line by Teen Voice Award Recipient, Eva Wiener - TEEN LINE

Teen Voice Award Recipient, Eva Wiener, reflects on her Teen Line journey and shares 7 of the most important things she's learned as a Listener on the hotline.

            Teen Line has been my life and my passion for about 2 years now, and it’s fundamentally changed who I am as a person and the way I see the world; I’ve found a community that I ...

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Teen Line Hosts Drag Bingo at Hamburger Mary's! - TEEN LINE

On Sunday, March 31st Teen Line hosted Drag Bingo at the legendary Hamburger Mary's of West Hollywood. Spearheaded by our Board Member and former Teen Line Listener, Sarah Kate McGowan, the sold out event was not only a success but it was a night full of laughter and fun!

On Sunday, March 31st Teen Line hosted Drag Bingo at the legendary Hamburger Mary's of West Hollywood. Spearheaded by our Board Member and former Teen Line Listener, Sarah Kate McGowan, the sold out event was not only a success but it was a night full o ...

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Guide to Getting Along & Supporting Your Sibling from Teen Line Twins, Elton & Bianca - TEEN LINE

In honor of National Sibling Day, we asked our resident twins and Teen Line Listeners, Bianca and Elton, to share some insight on the importance of supporting and getting along with your sibling.

Sibling relationships are emotionally profound and influential connections that are not only important in our early development but for over the course of our lives. Our siblings are our earliest BFFs, protectors, partners-in ...

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21 Questions with Teen Hero Honoree, Clifford Ki - TEEN LINE

Get to know our 2019 Teen Hero Award Recipient, Clifford Ki. After three years at Teen Line he will be leaving as an Outreach superstar, a great Listener, and a great friend that will be very missed.

Clifford's commitment to our outreach program is above and beyond.  He brings his genuine empathy, enthusiasm, and passion for helping others to every presentation.   Cheryl Eskin, Teen Line Program Director Clifford with Gra ...

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What Advice Would You Give Your Younger Self? - TEEN LINE

If you could go back in time, is there anything you would have done differently? Do you regret how you handled a certain situation, or that you passed up an opportunity you didn’t recognize at the time? We asked our Teen Volunteers what advice they would give to their younger selves and this is what they said.

If you could go back in time, is there anything you would have done differently? Do you regret how you handled a certain situation, or that you passed up an opportunity you didn’t recognize at the time? We asked our Teen Volunteers what advice they wo ...

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Where You Go to College Isn't Everything - TEEN LINE Parents

The recent college admission scandal highlights problems in our society. What can we do to fix them?

I am following this college admission cheating scandal with rapt attention and horror.  I wish I could say I was surprised.  In many ways, my surprise is that we haven’t heard of this type of thing sooner.  While I firmly believe in ...

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Andrew Charroux Goes Above & Beyond - TEEN LINE

Meet Andrew Charroux, he's the recipient of The Above & Beyond Award at the 2019 Teen Line Food for Thought Brunch. This award recognizes the teen that has gone above and beyond expectation, generously giving of their time and energy to help Teen Line and their peers. They display creativity and demonstrate extra caring and compassion for others.

Meet Andrew Charroux, he's the recipient of The Above & Beyond Award at the 2019 Teen Line Food for Thought Brunch. This award recognizes the teen that has gone above and beyond expectation, generously giving of their time and energy to help Teen Lin ...

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21 Questions with Teen Hero Honoree, Chloe Rosenstock - TEEN LINE

For the 2019 Food for Thought Brunch, we have chosen Chloe Rosenstock as the recipient of the Teen Hero Award. In addition to being an excellent listener on the hotline, Chloe has given outstanding service in community outreach. To get to know just how amazing Chloe is, we decided to play a game of 21 questions.

"Chloe has a wonderfully engaging presence and a heart of gold.  Teen Line has greatly benefited  from Chloe’s devotion to the organization. Her work ethic and giving nature are beautiful to behold. " Jenny Pascal, Teen Line Training Director To ...

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Teen Line Announces 2019 Brunch Honorees - TEEN LINE

Teen Line is happy to announce the 2019 Brunch Honorees. These teens have shown exemplary commitment to Teen Line and demonstrate extra care & compassion for helping others.

THE ABOVE & BEYOND AWARD: ANDREW CHARROUX The Above & Beyond Award recognizes the teen that has gone above and beyond expectation generously giving of their time and energy to help Teen Line and their peers.  They display creativity ...

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Self-love to me is being able to accept my mistakes and my flaws even when it is hardest to. I believe that acceptance is the initial step in learning to love yourself. And as legend RuPaul always says, “If you can’t love yourself, how in the hell you going to love somebody else?” That message …

Self-love to me is being able to accept my mistakes and my flaws even when it is hardest to. I believe that acceptance is the initial step in learning to love yourself. And as legend RuPaul always says, “If you can’t love yourself, how in the hel ...

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Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be about romantic couples or exchanging gifts. Anyone can use this day to spread the love in all their life relationships, especially the one with yourself.

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be about romantic couples or exchanging gifts. Anyone can use this day to spread the love in all their life relationships, especially the one with yourself. Treat yourself. Be nice to strangers. Connect with the pe ...

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Here are 16 mental health goals that can inspire and motivate you to make your mental health a priority this year!

We are half-way through January and we wanted to ask you, “Did you have a New Year’s resolution?” On January 1st people all over the world vowed to eat better or become more physical. Some people wished to take more pictures or have more ex ...

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How to Handle Your Troubled Teenager - TEEN LINE Parents

We are lucky to have a guest blogger this week, Lucy Taylor. Thank you Lucy! Teenagers are often volatile, though some are more volatile than others. While some teenagers handle their minds and bodies reaching adulthood by getting plenty of rest and playing with their electronics, other teenagers act and react in worrying ways. If …

We are lucky to have a guest blogger this week, Lucy Taylor.  Thank you Lucy! Teenagers are often volatile, though some are more volatile than others. While some teenagers handle their minds and bodies reaching adulthood by getting plenty of rest and ...

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13 Trans Influencers & Activists That Inspire Us - TEEN LINE

To celebrate the beauty and power of Transgender people, here are 13 Trans Influencers and activists who inspire us. Their stories provide accurate and personal accounts of what it is like to be transgender, the importance of inclusion, Trans rights and why we all need to fight trans-phobia. Moreover, it really shows how much everyone …

To celebrate the beauty and power of Transgender people, here are 13 Trans Influencers and activists who inspire us. Their stories provide accurate and personal accounts of what it is like to be transgender, the importance of inclusion, Trans rights and w ...