Therapists for Teens in Decatur, AL
Amanda Robinson Wilks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, AL 35601
I welcome each client, child, and adolescent with an open heart and mind.
Welcome! I feel that I act as a guide for my clients on their journey toward self-awareness and self-discovery. I strive to provide a safe and peaceful space in which clients can learn new coping skills to enable them to move toward their life goals. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused and insight therapy to help my clients deal with depression, anxiety, loss, anger, relationship issues, and stress. I tailor my counseling style to each individual client's needs.
I welcome each client, child, and adolescent with an open heart and mind.
Welcome! I feel that I act as a guide for my clients on their journey toward self-awareness and self-discovery. I strive to provide a safe and peaceful space in which clients can learn new coping skills to enable them to move toward their life goals. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused and insight therapy to help my clients deal with depression, anxiety, loss, anger, relationship issues, and stress. I tailor my counseling style to each individual client's needs.
I have experience working with adjustment issues, marital conflict, child/ teen behavioral problems, grief, trauma processing, blended family transitions, spiritual issues and parenting.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your family, or your marriage? Do you experience significant discord at home? Are your children acting out behaviorally? Do you feel hopeless or helpless to change your situation? If so, you may need to re-Connect. At Connect Relational Counseling, we will explore themes of self-awareness, relationship, and true intimacy. I believe life is about connection. If you are feeling broken, come on in and re-Connect.
I have experience working with adjustment issues, marital conflict, child/ teen behavioral problems, grief, trauma processing, blended family transitions, spiritual issues and parenting.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your family, or your marriage? Do you experience significant discord at home? Are your children acting out behaviorally? Do you feel hopeless or helpless to change your situation? If so, you may need to re-Connect. At Connect Relational Counseling, we will explore themes of self-awareness, relationship, and true intimacy. I believe life is about connection. If you are feeling broken, come on in and re-Connect.
David L Barnhart
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Decatur, AL 35601
Dr. Barnhart leads the exceptional Behavioral Sciences team, which understands teamwork's power in achieving optimal mental health. As an institutional member of the International OCD Foundation, they are at the forefront of cutting-edge treatments for OCD spectrum disorders. Their Intensive OCD Treatment Program is a testament to their commitment to providing unmatched care. Behavioral Science staff treat many mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, and evaluating attention and learning difficulties of children, adolescent, and adults.
Dr. Barnhart leads the exceptional Behavioral Sciences team, which understands teamwork's power in achieving optimal mental health. As an institutional member of the International OCD Foundation, they are at the forefront of cutting-edge treatments for OCD spectrum disorders. Their Intensive OCD Treatment Program is a testament to their commitment to providing unmatched care. Behavioral Science staff treat many mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, and evaluating attention and learning difficulties of children, adolescent, and adults.
Reese Jefferson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, MAC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Decatur, AL 35603
Hi there :) It is not by accident that you have come across my profile. You have given so much to the point of exhaustion. You may not know who you are anymore. Or maybe you have been holding on to resentful feelings? I can help. It doesn’t matter if you are an adolescent or an adult who is experiencing a diagnosis of a serious mental illness, anxiety, depression, relationship skill difficulties, communication, adjustment issues, and other mental health needs. I listen and collaborate with you on your goals for your life. I pull from your strengths. I am your biggest supporter. Let me help you!
Hi there :) It is not by accident that you have come across my profile. You have given so much to the point of exhaustion. You may not know who you are anymore. Or maybe you have been holding on to resentful feelings? I can help. It doesn’t matter if you are an adolescent or an adult who is experiencing a diagnosis of a serious mental illness, anxiety, depression, relationship skill difficulties, communication, adjustment issues, and other mental health needs. I listen and collaborate with you on your goals for your life. I pull from your strengths. I am your biggest supporter. Let me help you!
I have clinical experience and special interests including: * Psychological Assessment *Relational Issues * ADHD * Academic Concerns/Learning disabilities* Mood Disorders * Anxiety Issues * Child and Adolescent Concerns * Couples and Family Issues * Stress Management * Personality Disorders .
Although it may be scary, seeking help is the first courageous step towards making positive changes in your life. I am passionate about working with diverse populations in order to help people make significant changes towards improving their overall well-being. I aspire to gain a personal understanding of people's lives, so that together, we can develop a plan that will help lead to a more healthy and meaningful life. The ultimate goals are to help increase self-satisfaction, enhance the ability to cope with the stress of life, and strengthen relationships with others.
I have clinical experience and special interests including: * Psychological Assessment *Relational Issues * ADHD * Academic Concerns/Learning disabilities* Mood Disorders * Anxiety Issues * Child and Adolescent Concerns * Couples and Family Issues * Stress Management * Personality Disorders .
Although it may be scary, seeking help is the first courageous step towards making positive changes in your life. I am passionate about working with diverse populations in order to help people make significant changes towards improving their overall well-being. I aspire to gain a personal understanding of people's lives, so that together, we can develop a plan that will help lead to a more healthy and meaningful life. The ultimate goals are to help increase self-satisfaction, enhance the ability to cope with the stress of life, and strengthen relationships with others.
Congratulations on beginning your journey to a more healthy and fulfilling life! My name is Leah Barrier and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
Congratulations on beginning your journey to a more healthy and fulfilling life! My name is Leah Barrier and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
Hello! My name is Michael, and I am an Associate Licensed Counselor practicing in Decatur, Alabama. I am passionate about working collaboratively with people to develop goals that will lead to a more fulfilling life. I have worked with clients of all ages and stages in life, in both an inpatient and outpatient setting. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and general stress. I enjoy getting curious with people and exploring root causes. Anyone and everyone is welcome in therapy, and I hope to have the opportunity and privilege to work with you!
Hello! My name is Michael, and I am an Associate Licensed Counselor practicing in Decatur, Alabama. I am passionate about working collaboratively with people to develop goals that will lead to a more fulfilling life. I have worked with clients of all ages and stages in life, in both an inpatient and outpatient setting. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and general stress. I enjoy getting curious with people and exploring root causes. Anyone and everyone is welcome in therapy, and I hope to have the opportunity and privilege to work with you!
I have been practicing for several years and have worked with adolescents, adults, and the older adult population.
Whether you've been to therapy before or looking to start for the very first time, I want to be there for you! My goal is to make the therapy process as comfortable as possible. Having negative thoughts and anxiety making your day to day difficult? We can work on ways to shift your thinking to manage it. Feeling down and depressed? I can help you navigate out of that darkness and be a support for you. Have a lot of stressors from this crazy thing called life? I can provide a safe space for you to vent and process. I am a certified perinatal mental health specialist and have extensive training in parenting issues and grief and loss.
I have been practicing for several years and have worked with adolescents, adults, and the older adult population.
Whether you've been to therapy before or looking to start for the very first time, I want to be there for you! My goal is to make the therapy process as comfortable as possible. Having negative thoughts and anxiety making your day to day difficult? We can work on ways to shift your thinking to manage it. Feeling down and depressed? I can help you navigate out of that darkness and be a support for you. Have a lot of stressors from this crazy thing called life? I can provide a safe space for you to vent and process. I am a certified perinatal mental health specialist and have extensive training in parenting issues and grief and loss.
Magee Madry Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, ACSW, PIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, AL 35603
Life is challenging. Everyone experiences life events expected and unexpected. As a therapist I believe in partnering with each client to assist them in identifying their specifics needs and goals to meet the identified needs for treatment success. I engage clients in a supportive and sensitive manner, yet I challenge clients to move them from their comfort zone to encourage their personal and professional growth.
Life is challenging. Everyone experiences life events expected and unexpected. As a therapist I believe in partnering with each client to assist them in identifying their specifics needs and goals to meet the identified needs for treatment success. I engage clients in a supportive and sensitive manner, yet I challenge clients to move them from their comfort zone to encourage their personal and professional growth.
Now accepting new clients! In-office: Decatur, AL Telehealth: anyone, anywhere in the State of Alabama! The unknowns of beginning the therapy process can be scary. I hope to encourage each client to move forward at their own pace of progress. I believe life satisfaction varies from person to person, but is also very fluid - changing with us across our lifespan as we grow and evolve. I have a special passion for empowering women, in a wide-variety of life roles and dynamics, to develop the power they already possess in order to become all they can be.
Now accepting new clients! In-office: Decatur, AL Telehealth: anyone, anywhere in the State of Alabama! The unknowns of beginning the therapy process can be scary. I hope to encourage each client to move forward at their own pace of progress. I believe life satisfaction varies from person to person, but is also very fluid - changing with us across our lifespan as we grow and evolve. I have a special passion for empowering women, in a wide-variety of life roles and dynamics, to develop the power they already possess in order to become all they can be.
My ideal client would be a person who is ready to grow and work on themself. I work with client's to set achievable goals and help understand what barrier are preventing them from reaching them. The first goal is seeking help and recognizing that your needs do matter and I am here to help. Most client's I find want to be understand and recognize that they are not "crazy", in fact I feel whatever your going through is pretty normal you just haven't realized it yet.
My ideal client would be a person who is ready to grow and work on themself. I work with client's to set achievable goals and help understand what barrier are preventing them from reaching them. The first goal is seeking help and recognizing that your needs do matter and I am here to help. Most client's I find want to be understand and recognize that they are not "crazy", in fact I feel whatever your going through is pretty normal you just haven't realized it yet.
I provide counseling/psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults from all walks of life who are facing many challenges in their lives, are dealing with difficult situations, or have mental health issues they would like to address. I have experience working with clients who have a wide range of mental health issues, relationship difficulties, difficulty coping with change, and daily stressors. I am confident that together, we can accomplish the change you seek. Counseling/psychotherapy is a collaborative process between the client and therapist. We each have a vital part in this process.
I provide counseling/psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults from all walks of life who are facing many challenges in their lives, are dealing with difficult situations, or have mental health issues they would like to address. I have experience working with clients who have a wide range of mental health issues, relationship difficulties, difficulty coping with change, and daily stressors. I am confident that together, we can accomplish the change you seek. Counseling/psychotherapy is a collaborative process between the client and therapist. We each have a vital part in this process.
Larry Prentice
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CCTP, CYMHS
Verified Verified
Decatur, AL 35603 (Online Only)
No matter the problem, I am here to help you navigate through life's difficulties and guide you to your own understanding. My therapeutic approach is quite eclectic. I have a variety of experience in depression, anxiety, anger management, ADHD, behavioral issues, relationship and family issues. I have worked with adults, children and adolescents. I have an extensive background with individual, group therapy and family therapy.
No matter the problem, I am here to help you navigate through life's difficulties and guide you to your own understanding. My therapeutic approach is quite eclectic. I have a variety of experience in depression, anxiety, anger management, ADHD, behavioral issues, relationship and family issues. I have worked with adults, children and adolescents. I have an extensive background with individual, group therapy and family therapy.
Jeannie Lynch, LPC-S, NCC, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Decatur, AL 35601
Because I am passionate about seeing you improve the quality of your life, I offer therapy with a faith-based perspective that will help you deal with your past, embrace your present, and look ahead to a brighter future filled with healing! I will help you break the chains of addiction, past trauma or abuse, anxiety, depression, and/or mental illness. My greatest asset is creating a counseling environment free from judgment so we can work on your primary concerns and problems, meeting you exactly where you are. We will enjoy a collaborative experience of give and take with the belief that you are the best expert about yourself.
Because I am passionate about seeing you improve the quality of your life, I offer therapy with a faith-based perspective that will help you deal with your past, embrace your present, and look ahead to a brighter future filled with healing! I will help you break the chains of addiction, past trauma or abuse, anxiety, depression, and/or mental illness. My greatest asset is creating a counseling environment free from judgment so we can work on your primary concerns and problems, meeting you exactly where you are. We will enjoy a collaborative experience of give and take with the belief that you are the best expert about yourself.
Counseling can be an unsettling idea, but what it should be is a collaborative process in which client and therapist set goals and make plans to achieve those goals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adolescents and adults to achieve a myriad of goals and resolve personal or interpersonal issues. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques so that whatever we are doing fits the needs of the client and helps them along their path to wholeness and mental health.
Counseling can be an unsettling idea, but what it should be is a collaborative process in which client and therapist set goals and make plans to achieve those goals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adolescents and adults to achieve a myriad of goals and resolve personal or interpersonal issues. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques so that whatever we are doing fits the needs of the client and helps them along their path to wholeness and mental health.
Through my career I have worked with a variety of individuals dealing with many different issues. I have worked with all ages and all stages of life. I have found that, regardless of life stage or difficulty a person is facing, meeting the person where they are is one of the most important aspects of therapy. I am passionate about creating an environment in which my clients feel comfortable being vulnerable so that they can best work towards their goals. The majority of my clinical experience has been working with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Through my career I have worked with a variety of individuals dealing with many different issues. I have worked with all ages and all stages of life. I have found that, regardless of life stage or difficulty a person is facing, meeting the person where they are is one of the most important aspects of therapy. I am passionate about creating an environment in which my clients feel comfortable being vulnerable so that they can best work towards their goals. The majority of my clinical experience has been working with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Family Support Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP, RPT-S, PCIT
Verified Verified
Decatur, AL 35601
Parenting is hard work and children don't come with instructions! As a parent we often worry about our children's well-being and we want to do the best for our children. At the same time we can feel overwhelmed especially if our children have experienced abuse, are acting out, experiencing adjustment to a divorce or other family changes, making bad choices, or seem sad and worried. Sometimes we don't know where to turn or what to do next. You may start to feel like you've tried everything with no results. I, and my licensed associate therapists, specialize in these and other issues.
Parenting is hard work and children don't come with instructions! As a parent we often worry about our children's well-being and we want to do the best for our children. At the same time we can feel overwhelmed especially if our children have experienced abuse, are acting out, experiencing adjustment to a divorce or other family changes, making bad choices, or seem sad and worried. Sometimes we don't know where to turn or what to do next. You may start to feel like you've tried everything with no results. I, and my licensed associate therapists, specialize in these and other issues.
I work with clients both adults and children experiencing any of the following: anxiety, depression, self esteem issues, trauma, drug and/or alcohol problems, family or relationship issues and more.
I work with clients both adults and children experiencing any of the following: anxiety, depression, self esteem issues, trauma, drug and/or alcohol problems, family or relationship issues and more.
Navigating life's challenges can be tough, and it's okay to feel a bit overwhelmed. Picture therapy as embarking on an exciting road trip together. You're the one behind the wheel, deciding the destination, and I'm your co-pilot armed with a roadmap to guide you. Therapy is a collaboration, and you play a pivotal role in setting the goals for our journey.
Navigating life's challenges can be tough, and it's okay to feel a bit overwhelmed. Picture therapy as embarking on an exciting road trip together. You're the one behind the wheel, deciding the destination, and I'm your co-pilot armed with a roadmap to guide you. Therapy is a collaboration, and you play a pivotal role in setting the goals for our journey.
Sienna Fleming-Coppedge
Pre-Licensed Professional, ALC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, AL 35601
Giving yourself permission to heal is creating space for the version you’re growing into. You may be in a space where you realize your trauma is not who you are and your coping skills are no longer serving you. It takes courage to face your emotional fears, engage with the therapy process, and work towards that growth and acceptance.
Giving yourself permission to heal is creating space for the version you’re growing into. You may be in a space where you realize your trauma is not who you are and your coping skills are no longer serving you. It takes courage to face your emotional fears, engage with the therapy process, and work towards that growth and acceptance.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.