Therapists for Teens in Lynchburg, VA
Berkley Holston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24503
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked in the community mental health setting, acute psychiatric inpatient (child & adolescent) hospital, conducted forensic evaluations to assess juvenile competency to stand trial, and provide group and individual therapy.
I was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, but have had the amazing opportunity to live and work all over the country including: Washington, DC; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL and Boulder, CO. Lynchburg is by far my favorite place and I was happy to return home in 2005. I enjoy cooking, gardening, reading and spending time with my family and friends. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2003 with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Community Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Counseling.
I have worked in the community mental health setting, acute psychiatric inpatient (child & adolescent) hospital, conducted forensic evaluations to assess juvenile competency to stand trial, and provide group and individual therapy.
I was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, but have had the amazing opportunity to live and work all over the country including: Washington, DC; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL and Boulder, CO. Lynchburg is by far my favorite place and I was happy to return home in 2005. I enjoy cooking, gardening, reading and spending time with my family and friends. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2003 with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Community Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Counseling.
Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Lynchburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24504
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Bryan John Prinzivalli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24504
My areas of specialty include adolescent counseling having worked with children with ADHD, PTSD, Various forms of depression, ODD, Conduct Disorder, ASD and RAD, etc.
Having worked extensively with children, adolescents and their families, I would say my ideal client is pre- teen to adult working through behavioral struggles including impulse control, defiance, hyperactivity, etc. I work closely with and honor the family unit and also work with couples, relationship and marriage counseling for the betterment of that unit. I also have worked with and specialize in treatment of dual diagnosis, particularly when addictive behaviors are a primary concern. Being trained in ASAM criteria I also work with additive behaviors in both adolescent and adults.
My areas of specialty include adolescent counseling having worked with children with ADHD, PTSD, Various forms of depression, ODD, Conduct Disorder, ASD and RAD, etc.
Having worked extensively with children, adolescents and their families, I would say my ideal client is pre- teen to adult working through behavioral struggles including impulse control, defiance, hyperactivity, etc. I work closely with and honor the family unit and also work with couples, relationship and marriage counseling for the betterment of that unit. I also have worked with and specialize in treatment of dual diagnosis, particularly when addictive behaviors are a primary concern. Being trained in ASAM criteria I also work with additive behaviors in both adolescent and adults.
I believe my area of expertise would be the adolescent or young adult population.
My name is Keshawna Tiggle and I'm a Licensed Professional Counseling (LPC) in Virginia. My approach to therapy is very much person-centered. Clients are in control of their lives and treatment and I'm here to support through the use of various empathetic interventions. I have years of experience working with individuals, who struggle with various mood disorders, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, depression, life changes, school challenges, self-esteem, etc.
I believe my area of expertise would be the adolescent or young adult population.
My name is Keshawna Tiggle and I'm a Licensed Professional Counseling (LPC) in Virginia. My approach to therapy is very much person-centered. Clients are in control of their lives and treatment and I'm here to support through the use of various empathetic interventions. I have years of experience working with individuals, who struggle with various mood disorders, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, depression, life changes, school challenges, self-esteem, etc.
Otis G. Whigham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Restoring Peace Counseling Services offers sessions for teens, adults, couples, and families, as well as groups to assist in healing past hurts affecting present progress.
Are you or your teen suffering to overcome past hurt, trauma, or depression? Does your marriage or relationship seem to be falling apart? Do you find yourself feeling anxious, having trouble making decisions, and wishing for peace in your life? With evening and weekend hours available, we offer individual, couple, family, and group counseling to assist people like you with these and many other issues.
Restoring Peace Counseling Services offers sessions for teens, adults, couples, and families, as well as groups to assist in healing past hurts affecting present progress.
Are you or your teen suffering to overcome past hurt, trauma, or depression? Does your marriage or relationship seem to be falling apart? Do you find yourself feeling anxious, having trouble making decisions, and wishing for peace in your life? With evening and weekend hours available, we offer individual, couple, family, and group counseling to assist people like you with these and many other issues.
As an LPC, I specialize in supporting adolescent and adult clients experiencing difficulties with life transitions, career challenges, self-esteem, managing stress,.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have been practicing since 2014. I have a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Radford University (1992), Master of Arts in Education from Norfolk State University (1997), and Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University (2015). I was a high school teacher for 21 years teaching students with special needs before beginning my career in clinical counseling.
As an LPC, I specialize in supporting adolescent and adult clients experiencing difficulties with life transitions, career challenges, self-esteem, managing stress,.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have been practicing since 2014. I have a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Radford University (1992), Master of Arts in Education from Norfolk State University (1997), and Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University (2015). I was a high school teacher for 21 years teaching students with special needs before beginning my career in clinical counseling.
While we specialize in treating adolescent girls and women at Empower Counseling, we welcome all clients. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families who are looking for a supportive and goal directed therapist with a collaborative approach to change. My goal is to help my clients become a more confident and empowered version of themselves, build on their strengths and work through the challenges and conflicts that are an inevitable part of life.
While we specialize in treating adolescent girls and women at Empower Counseling, we welcome all clients. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families who are looking for a supportive and goal directed therapist with a collaborative approach to change. My goal is to help my clients become a more confident and empowered version of themselves, build on their strengths and work through the challenges and conflicts that are an inevitable part of life.
Through play therapy, art therapy, and person-centered approaches, children and adolescents can learn the tools to cope with life's challenges in a positive and healthy way.
Sometimes we as people just get stuck. When you're a child or adolescent, that may look like anxiety, overwhelm, aggression, isolation, and more. However, we also have the hope and possibility to be unstuck, we just may need some new tools to get there - that's where counseling comes in. Healing and growth and wellness are all possible and worth working for, and asking for help is sometimes the first step.
Through play therapy, art therapy, and person-centered approaches, children and adolescents can learn the tools to cope with life's challenges in a positive and healthy way.
Sometimes we as people just get stuck. When you're a child or adolescent, that may look like anxiety, overwhelm, aggression, isolation, and more. However, we also have the hope and possibility to be unstuck, we just may need some new tools to get there - that's where counseling comes in. Healing and growth and wellness are all possible and worth working for, and asking for help is sometimes the first step.
Taylor Oliphant
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24501 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Taylor has worked in the field of mental health for nearly ten years involving direct contact with children, adolescent, and adult survivors of trauma. She has directly worked with survivors from various ranges of abuse and neglect to help instill physical safety, healthy boundaries, and hope. She firmly believes there is no “one way” to partake in therapy and sometimes it takes multiple attempts to bring light and awareness to those areas in our lives keeping us stuck and in the dark. She looks forward to supporting you during this time of healing and self-exploration.
Taylor has worked in the field of mental health for nearly ten years involving direct contact with children, adolescent, and adult survivors of trauma. She has directly worked with survivors from various ranges of abuse and neglect to help instill physical safety, healthy boundaries, and hope. She firmly believes there is no “one way” to partake in therapy and sometimes it takes multiple attempts to bring light and awareness to those areas in our lives keeping us stuck and in the dark. She looks forward to supporting you during this time of healing and self-exploration.
Shimila Keenum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Shimila Keenum is a licensed clinical social worker and registered nurse. Her specialties include trauma, depression, anger management, anxiety, substance use, borderline personality disorder, parental coaching, grief and loss, relationship issues, marriage and family problems, child and adolescent behavioral challenges. Shimila's clinical approach is focused on meeting you with safety and compassion right where you are on your path. She will work with you to support your connection with your own intrinsic resources and healing rhythms while also offering life skills to parts of you that may find them helpful on your journey.
Shimila Keenum is a licensed clinical social worker and registered nurse. Her specialties include trauma, depression, anger management, anxiety, substance use, borderline personality disorder, parental coaching, grief and loss, relationship issues, marriage and family problems, child and adolescent behavioral challenges. Shimila's clinical approach is focused on meeting you with safety and compassion right where you are on your path. She will work with you to support your connection with your own intrinsic resources and healing rhythms while also offering life skills to parts of you that may find them helpful on your journey.
I love therapy because I believe it is the perfect problem-solving option for people searching for a confidential and effective support system outside of family and friends. Whether you’re looking for long-term therapy or just one coaching session, my approach is highly structured, evidence-based, and comprehensive. My goal is to provide a comprehensive framework to help you facilitate significant life changes. Your first appointment will serve as a biopsychosocial session.
I love therapy because I believe it is the perfect problem-solving option for people searching for a confidential and effective support system outside of family and friends. Whether you’re looking for long-term therapy or just one coaching session, my approach is highly structured, evidence-based, and comprehensive. My goal is to provide a comprehensive framework to help you facilitate significant life changes. Your first appointment will serve as a biopsychosocial session.
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R. Mike Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Hello, As a clinical director, I understand the importance of understanding and honoring the needs of my clients. My Life experience and clinical understanding inspires me to co-create change with and for my clients. My faith and family have helped me stay balanced and energized for service. I love helping clients uncover facts that were hidden from view. I love seeing a person's eyes light up when they uncover unconscious truths that emerge during counseling. I love seeing the smile and life come back into a person who had begun to doubt whether solutions could be found. It’s exciting! I love my job!
Hello, As a clinical director, I understand the importance of understanding and honoring the needs of my clients. My Life experience and clinical understanding inspires me to co-create change with and for my clients. My faith and family have helped me stay balanced and energized for service. I love helping clients uncover facts that were hidden from view. I love seeing a person's eyes light up when they uncover unconscious truths that emerge during counseling. I love seeing the smile and life come back into a person who had begun to doubt whether solutions could be found. It’s exciting! I love my job!
Do you ever feel so sad that it is difficult to get through the day? Or do you worry so much that you are having trouble focusing or concentrating? Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times and it can be hard to figure out how to cope with these tough situations. It can be even more difficult to deal with these things if we do not have the proper tools to help us deal with these challenges. I can help by providing the necessary tools and techniques to guide you through these difficult times. In 2016 I graduated from Capella University with a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Do you ever feel so sad that it is difficult to get through the day? Or do you worry so much that you are having trouble focusing or concentrating? Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times and it can be hard to figure out how to cope with these tough situations. It can be even more difficult to deal with these things if we do not have the proper tools to help us deal with these challenges. I can help by providing the necessary tools and techniques to guide you through these difficult times. In 2016 I graduated from Capella University with a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Anderson Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPC-R, QMHP
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Anderson Counseling is committed to providing high quality community mental health support and therapy. Our strength-based clinical approach helps individuals and families achieve their full potential by using interventions that address trauma, promote resilience, worth, and dignity, in a safe and caring environment. We adhere to the professional values of the American Counseling Association which strives to honor diversity, embrace a multicultural approach, and support the uniqueness of all people within their social and cultural context. We also provide community based mental health to individuals & families with Medicaid.
Anderson Counseling is committed to providing high quality community mental health support and therapy. Our strength-based clinical approach helps individuals and families achieve their full potential by using interventions that address trauma, promote resilience, worth, and dignity, in a safe and caring environment. We adhere to the professional values of the American Counseling Association which strives to honor diversity, embrace a multicultural approach, and support the uniqueness of all people within their social and cultural context. We also provide community based mental health to individuals & families with Medicaid.
Working with adults and adolescents, I hope to assist you in finding ways to cope with the challenges you face.
Welcome everyone; I am excited to meet you! Life can throw us all kinds of curve balls and sometimes we struggle to manage its many difficulties. You are not alone. Though we cannot control what happens to us, we can decide how we will react to it. With the proper support and guidance, life's struggles become a bit more manageable. “Mental health is not a destination but a process. It’s about how you drive, not where you’re going.” I look forward to walking alongside you through all walks of life, encouraging you to become the best version of yourself.
Working with adults and adolescents, I hope to assist you in finding ways to cope with the challenges you face.
Welcome everyone; I am excited to meet you! Life can throw us all kinds of curve balls and sometimes we struggle to manage its many difficulties. You are not alone. Though we cannot control what happens to us, we can decide how we will react to it. With the proper support and guidance, life's struggles become a bit more manageable. “Mental health is not a destination but a process. It’s about how you drive, not where you’re going.” I look forward to walking alongside you through all walks of life, encouraging you to become the best version of yourself.
Breakthrough Counselling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LSATP
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502 (Online Only)
My name is Amir Cotton and I’m one of the counselors at Breakthrough Counselling LLC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner in the state of Virginia. I am also a National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Mental Counselor, and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I also have a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling and over 12 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, addiction, bipolar, and adjustment disorders. I enjoy getting to know and joining with my clients to achieve their goals.
My name is Amir Cotton and I’m one of the counselors at Breakthrough Counselling LLC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner in the state of Virginia. I am also a National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Mental Counselor, and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I also have a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling and over 12 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, addiction, bipolar, and adjustment disorders. I enjoy getting to know and joining with my clients to achieve their goals.
Kristin Doan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working in the field of mental health for over ten years, providing both inpatient and outpatient services. My experience includes treating adults and adolescents struggling with depression/anxiety and emotion regulation, substance abuse, trauma-related concerns, and serious mental illnesses. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist my clients in reaching their goals and develop insight which leads to healing, peace, and acceptance.
I have experience working in the field of mental health for over ten years, providing both inpatient and outpatient services. My experience includes treating adults and adolescents struggling with depression/anxiety and emotion regulation, substance abuse, trauma-related concerns, and serious mental illnesses. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist my clients in reaching their goals and develop insight which leads to healing, peace, and acceptance.
Jen Robinson Guerin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24502
I've been in the counseling field since 2008 and work with many different needs including complex trauma, attachment, relationship difficulties, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and maternal mental health needs. It's an honor to collaborate with my clients to care for the deep and tender places in their lives.
I've been in the counseling field since 2008 and work with many different needs including complex trauma, attachment, relationship difficulties, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and maternal mental health needs. It's an honor to collaborate with my clients to care for the deep and tender places in their lives.
I'm Anita Abotsi, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rhode Island College and my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Throughout my career, I've worked in diverse settings including community-based mental health programs, crisis stabilization units, and substance abuse recovery centers. I provide counseling services to both youth and adults, addressing a wide array of concerns.
I'm Anita Abotsi, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rhode Island College and my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Throughout my career, I've worked in diverse settings including community-based mental health programs, crisis stabilization units, and substance abuse recovery centers. I provide counseling services to both youth and adults, addressing a wide array of concerns.
Central Virginia Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502
I have over fif teen years of experience working with adults, young adults, and adolescents in private practice, university, school, public health, and residential treatment settings.
Welcome to Central Virginia Counseling. We provide professional, compassionate and effective therapeutic counseling services to our community. In-person and telehealth appointments are available to clients living anywhere in the state of Virginia. We look forward to meeting and working with you! Please visit our website for more information regarding services and contact information-www.centralvirginiacounseling.com
I have over fif teen years of experience working with adults, young adults, and adolescents in private practice, university, school, public health, and residential treatment settings.
Welcome to Central Virginia Counseling. We provide professional, compassionate and effective therapeutic counseling services to our community. In-person and telehealth appointments are available to clients living anywhere in the state of Virginia. We look forward to meeting and working with you! Please visit our website for more information regarding services and contact information-www.centralvirginiacounseling.com
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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.