I need to develop rapport with a teen who thinks she doesn't need a therapist - ideas?

Answer 1

study reflective listening
study "systematic training for effective parenting"
study marshall rosenberg's nonviolent communication
you have to learn to talk to her.
start by trying to totally understand why she doesn't want a therapist. also look at yourself. do you need a therapist? why not? try to connect to her on a human level. not try to fix her.

Answer 2

If you are asking this as her therapist, you're in the wrong line of work. But, if you are asking this as a friend who'd like to get her to see a therapist, then I'd be upfront with her about your concerns. People, even teens, can see through an act. Just get to the point in a non-confrontational way and if she still thinks she doesn't need a therapist, stop wasting your time. You cannot help someone who doesn't want help.