Therapists for Teens in Lake Forest, CA
Sheryl E Woodhouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, CA 92630 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience with adolescent issues and parent/child conflict in addition to working with families facing issues involving blended families, domestic violence - victims of crime and sexual assault.
Male and female stressed needing balance in their individual and/or family life. Pre mid and post divorce or separations.
I have extensive experience with adolescent issues and parent/child conflict in addition to working with families facing issues involving blended families, domestic violence - victims of crime and sexual assault.
Male and female stressed needing balance in their individual and/or family life. Pre mid and post divorce or separations.
We have both male and female therapists available for weekly teen therapy and family therapy.
We have current availability with both male and female therapists for weekly teen therapy and family therapy. Let us help you today!
We have both male and female therapists available for weekly teen therapy and family therapy.
We have current availability with both male and female therapists for weekly teen therapy and family therapy. Let us help you today!
Max Gezerseh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Based on personal belief and experience and coming from a Humanistic Existential theoretical perspective I believe in the great innate potential every individual has and the helper's role as a facilitator or coach to assist the individual to discover and to utilize such strength to live up to one's highest potential. My practice areas include: Substance Abuse (adults & adolescents), Grief Counseling, Marital & Premarital Counseling, Adolescent Misbehavior, Anger-Management, Domestic Violence, Depression, Anxiety, and Stage of Life. I am experienced to work with challenging behavioral problems like borderline personality disorder and adolescents' substance abuse or misbehavior.
Based on personal belief and experience and coming from a Humanistic Existential theoretical perspective I believe in the great innate potential every individual has and the helper's role as a facilitator or coach to assist the individual to discover and to utilize such strength to live up to one's highest potential. My practice areas include: Substance Abuse (adults & adolescents), Grief Counseling, Marital & Premarital Counseling, Adolescent Misbehavior, Anger-Management, Domestic Violence, Depression, Anxiety, and Stage of Life. I am experienced to work with challenging behavioral problems like borderline personality disorder and adolescents' substance abuse or misbehavior.
Lisa Eaton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Lake Forest, CA 92630 (Online Only)
I work with clients ages adolescent through adulthood, and their families.
:: CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS :: I believe that it takes courage to meet with a therapist, and I am sensitive to the journeys that lead people to my office. I utilize a friendly, collaborative approach in developing relationships with my clients. I feel that the most important change agent in the treatment process is the relationship between client and therapist. I strive to help my clients feel comfortable and safe, and help empower them to build skills to help manage stressors and overcome obstacles. I use a strengths-based approach to help my clients move from where they are to where they want to be.
I work with clients ages adolescent through adulthood, and their families.
:: CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS :: I believe that it takes courage to meet with a therapist, and I am sensitive to the journeys that lead people to my office. I utilize a friendly, collaborative approach in developing relationships with my clients. I feel that the most important change agent in the treatment process is the relationship between client and therapist. I strive to help my clients feel comfortable and safe, and help empower them to build skills to help manage stressors and overcome obstacles. I use a strengths-based approach to help my clients move from where they are to where they want to be.
Sharon Fischer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, CA 92630
I specialize in CBT and Parenting interventions with kids & teens with anxiety/OCD, behavior issues and highly sensitive kids.
Has your child, tween or teen been struggling with anxiety, OCD, worry or feeling stressed out? Does she avoid situations that makes her anxious? Does he have difficulty sleeping? Is it hard to get him off to school in the morning? Do you find yourself wondering if she will ever grow out of this? Are you at a loss of what else to do to help your child/ teen? If so, please know you are not alone.
I specialize in CBT and Parenting interventions with kids & teens with anxiety/OCD, behavior issues and highly sensitive kids.
Has your child, tween or teen been struggling with anxiety, OCD, worry or feeling stressed out? Does she avoid situations that makes her anxious? Does he have difficulty sleeping? Is it hard to get him off to school in the morning? Do you find yourself wondering if she will ever grow out of this? Are you at a loss of what else to do to help your child/ teen? If so, please know you are not alone.
I’m experienced in working with teenage dating relationships, as well as domestic violence and toxic relationships in adults.
If you are ready to explore the parts of your life that have been holding you back, or if your teenager is struggling with emotions and behaviors that seem out of control, I’m here to help. My clients tell me that they appreciate my direct and compassionate style, and kids and teens tell me they get my sense of humor. I have been working in the helping profession for over a decade, and can help you in understanding how to talk to your child so they can hear you, in working with your teenager to navigate adolescence and young adulthood, or in discovering what is keeping you stuck in a rut instead of chasing your dreams.
I’m experienced in working with teenage dating relationships, as well as domestic violence and toxic relationships in adults.
If you are ready to explore the parts of your life that have been holding you back, or if your teenager is struggling with emotions and behaviors that seem out of control, I’m here to help. My clients tell me that they appreciate my direct and compassionate style, and kids and teens tell me they get my sense of humor. I have been working in the helping profession for over a decade, and can help you in understanding how to talk to your child so they can hear you, in working with your teenager to navigate adolescence and young adulthood, or in discovering what is keeping you stuck in a rut instead of chasing your dreams.
Anne H. Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, RDN, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, CA 92630
There are times in our lives when we need the help of an experienced therapist to guide us through our life struggles. Whether you have an eating disorder or addiction; depression or anxiety; relationship challenges or going through a life transition, I can help. I am an interactive therapist who provides compassionate nonjudgmental care. I will work collaboratively with you using different methods of treatment including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Experiential Techniques depending on your needs. We will work together to address your underlying issues; enable you to gain insight; and develop life management skills to improve your well being.
There are times in our lives when we need the help of an experienced therapist to guide us through our life struggles. Whether you have an eating disorder or addiction; depression or anxiety; relationship challenges or going through a life transition, I can help. I am an interactive therapist who provides compassionate nonjudgmental care. I will work collaboratively with you using different methods of treatment including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Experiential Techniques depending on your needs. We will work together to address your underlying issues; enable you to gain insight; and develop life management skills to improve your well being.
I specialize in providing comprehensive parent training to equip families with the tools and strategies they need to support their loved ones effectively. My training covers a wide range of areas, including behavior reduction techniques, skill acquisition support, community outing skills, social development, and fostering independent living skills.
I specialize in providing comprehensive parent training to equip families with the tools and strategies they need to support their loved ones effectively. My training covers a wide range of areas, including behavior reduction techniques, skill acquisition support, community outing skills, social development, and fostering independent living skills.
I specialize in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Equine Assisted EMDR. With the help of the horses, my goal is to help you move beyond your past to live more fully in the present. You may be carrying the emotional burden of trauma, a toxic relationship or family dynamic. If you feel stuck in a cycle of pain and dysregulation, my hope is to guide you into healing, leaving the past where it should be. I will work with you to restore your sense of well-being and your hope in a bright future.
I specialize in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Equine Assisted EMDR. With the help of the horses, my goal is to help you move beyond your past to live more fully in the present. You may be carrying the emotional burden of trauma, a toxic relationship or family dynamic. If you feel stuck in a cycle of pain and dysregulation, my hope is to guide you into healing, leaving the past where it should be. I will work with you to restore your sense of well-being and your hope in a bright future.
I work with adults, adolescents, and couples from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Hi there, my name is Josephine Koger and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura, California, and working statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples from diverse socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds with a variety of presenting problems, ranging from anxiety, depression, grief and loss, psychological trauma, relationship difficulties, and phase of life issues. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness.
I work with adults, adolescents, and couples from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Hi there, my name is Josephine Koger and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura, California, and working statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples from diverse socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds with a variety of presenting problems, ranging from anxiety, depression, grief and loss, psychological trauma, relationship difficulties, and phase of life issues. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness.
My commitment to my clients is to provide them with a welcoming place in which they can safely share their struggles and receive genuine support. People generally don't seek help from a therapist until they reach the point where their typical coping skills are no longer working. If you are at that point and need help discovering new methods to help you make it through life's challenges, I can help.
My commitment to my clients is to provide them with a welcoming place in which they can safely share their struggles and receive genuine support. People generally don't seek help from a therapist until they reach the point where their typical coping skills are no longer working. If you are at that point and need help discovering new methods to help you make it through life's challenges, I can help.
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Heal and Thrive Psychotherapy & Coaching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, CCTP, LMFT, Coach
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, CA 92630
We help individuals and families overcome life's challenges and thrive. We understand that life can be tough, and at times it may seem like there's no way out. But, with over 15 years of experience, we have developed unique approaches to solve complex problems. We specialize in relationship struggles, parenting challenges, ADHD symptoms, trauma recovery, childhood trauma, self-esteem, and much more. Our team of highly skilled therapists and coaches are dedicated to helping our clients find the solutions they need to lead happier and more fulfilling lives.
We help individuals and families overcome life's challenges and thrive. We understand that life can be tough, and at times it may seem like there's no way out. But, with over 15 years of experience, we have developed unique approaches to solve complex problems. We specialize in relationship struggles, parenting challenges, ADHD symptoms, trauma recovery, childhood trauma, self-esteem, and much more. Our team of highly skilled therapists and coaches are dedicated to helping our clients find the solutions they need to lead happier and more fulfilling lives.
Thank you for visiting our profile page. You are searching, not just for someone who can assist you with the issue you are struggling with, but someone you can connect with; someone who can truly understand you. The best way to find that person is to interview them on the phone. Credentials are only the starting place for a therapy relationship. Keep in mind you are choosing somebody with whom you can share pretty much everything about you; perhaps things you've never told any other person. Make sure you pick somebody you like & trust.
Thank you for visiting our profile page. You are searching, not just for someone who can assist you with the issue you are struggling with, but someone you can connect with; someone who can truly understand you. The best way to find that person is to interview them on the phone. Credentials are only the starting place for a therapy relationship. Keep in mind you are choosing somebody with whom you can share pretty much everything about you; perhaps things you've never told any other person. Make sure you pick somebody you like & trust.
OC Relationships
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, CFLE
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Lake Forest, CA 92630 (Online Only)
Now accepting new clients across California. I believe that every person deserves beautiful relationships built on trust, compassion, effective communication, and mutual respect. If you're in a new relationship, therapy can be an ideal place to create a strong foundation for lasting love. Therapy is also for people facing the most difficult personal and relationship challenges such as chronic mental health concerns, extreme conflict, trauma, parenting/family issues, and profound betrayal. I am committed to helping individuals and couples heal, renew connections, or make brave decisions to choose new unknown paths.
Now accepting new clients across California. I believe that every person deserves beautiful relationships built on trust, compassion, effective communication, and mutual respect. If you're in a new relationship, therapy can be an ideal place to create a strong foundation for lasting love. Therapy is also for people facing the most difficult personal and relationship challenges such as chronic mental health concerns, extreme conflict, trauma, parenting/family issues, and profound betrayal. I am committed to helping individuals and couples heal, renew connections, or make brave decisions to choose new unknown paths.
Tatiana Caoagdan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Lake Forest, CA 92630 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with self esteem or perfectionism? Are you dealing with trauma or harmful parenting from childhood that affects your life and relationships? Do you have social anxiety and want practical coping skills? I am here to help. I am passionate about developing holistic mental health hygiene that decreases anxiety and trauma symptoms. I am also trained to work with childhood trauma and first responder trauma to build self-care and also dive deeper to address root causes. Clients who work with me feel grounded, learn coping skills, and feel confident to manage life challenges.
Are you struggling with self esteem or perfectionism? Are you dealing with trauma or harmful parenting from childhood that affects your life and relationships? Do you have social anxiety and want practical coping skills? I am here to help. I am passionate about developing holistic mental health hygiene that decreases anxiety and trauma symptoms. I am also trained to work with childhood trauma and first responder trauma to build self-care and also dive deeper to address root causes. Clients who work with me feel grounded, learn coping skills, and feel confident to manage life challenges.
Marcela M Castellanos
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lake Forest, CA 92630
I have helped guide adults, and adolescents from various cultural backgrounds, who struggle with various challenges in life, such as disturbances from childhood, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Hi, and thank you for visiting my page. One of my passions in life is to help guide the individuals I work with, to be the best that they can be. My first experience with therapy was my own, and with that, I found that therapy works best when we are honest with ourselves, and the person you choose to help guide your path of healing and awareness, from what's holding you back from your best life. Life can be challenging at times, you may struggle with inner conflict, uncertainty, and confusion as to what step you should take next in life. To make lasting changes within yourself, to attain your lifelong goals & dreams.
I have helped guide adults, and adolescents from various cultural backgrounds, who struggle with various challenges in life, such as disturbances from childhood, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Hi, and thank you for visiting my page. One of my passions in life is to help guide the individuals I work with, to be the best that they can be. My first experience with therapy was my own, and with that, I found that therapy works best when we are honest with ourselves, and the person you choose to help guide your path of healing and awareness, from what's holding you back from your best life. Life can be challenging at times, you may struggle with inner conflict, uncertainty, and confusion as to what step you should take next in life. To make lasting changes within yourself, to attain your lifelong goals & dreams.
I work from a holistic and strength-based perspective in therapy. While therapy and traditional counseling tend to focus on pathology and deficits, I tend to focus on working with individual's already existing strengths to help them move beyond any concerns they may have. In addition, I conduct psychological, legal-medical, and forensic evaluations in my practice. I also contract with Workers Compensation to meet clients needs.
I work from a holistic and strength-based perspective in therapy. While therapy and traditional counseling tend to focus on pathology and deficits, I tend to focus on working with individual's already existing strengths to help them move beyond any concerns they may have. In addition, I conduct psychological, legal-medical, and forensic evaluations in my practice. I also contract with Workers Compensation to meet clients needs.
My extensive experience includes providing Counseling Services for Geriatrics, Adults, adolescents and Couples who struggle with a variety of issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Self Esteem issues, Domestic violence, Substance abuse, Sexual Abuse, Marital and pre-marital issues, Interpersonal and Relationship issues.
There are circumstances in life that can prevent individuals to enjoy life to its fullest. Regardless of the reason, psychotherapy is a powerful and beneficial tool for healing and personal growth. I'm here to offer you support and guidance through the process. My approach is tailored to each individual based on each individual’s unique needs that sometimes involves identifying strengths, building self-confidence and self-acceptance as well as challenging unhealthy beliefs and coping strategies in a therapeutic, supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere.
My extensive experience includes providing Counseling Services for Geriatrics, Adults, adolescents and Couples who struggle with a variety of issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Self Esteem issues, Domestic violence, Substance abuse, Sexual Abuse, Marital and pre-marital issues, Interpersonal and Relationship issues.
There are circumstances in life that can prevent individuals to enjoy life to its fullest. Regardless of the reason, psychotherapy is a powerful and beneficial tool for healing and personal growth. I'm here to offer you support and guidance through the process. My approach is tailored to each individual based on each individual’s unique needs that sometimes involves identifying strengths, building self-confidence and self-acceptance as well as challenging unhealthy beliefs and coping strategies in a therapeutic, supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere.
CERTIFIED INTERVENTION PROFESSIONAL. An Intervention is the first step toward recovery. I specialize in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Interventions. I am a Master level Certified Intervention Professional with over 25 years experience conducting mental health, substance abuse, alcohol, and process addiction disorder interventions. When a loved one is suffering from depression, bipolar disorder or another mental health condition an intervention may be needed. I work with families getting their loved ones into treatment and provide services to help them restore their mental health. I travel nationally and internationally.
CERTIFIED INTERVENTION PROFESSIONAL. An Intervention is the first step toward recovery. I specialize in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Interventions. I am a Master level Certified Intervention Professional with over 25 years experience conducting mental health, substance abuse, alcohol, and process addiction disorder interventions. When a loved one is suffering from depression, bipolar disorder or another mental health condition an intervention may be needed. I work with families getting their loved ones into treatment and provide services to help them restore their mental health. I travel nationally and internationally.
Katlyn Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lake Forest, CA 92630 (Online Only)
All of my sessions are being conducted virtually at this time... Life is challenging and it can be difficult trying to navigate the ups and downs of life without support. It can feel overwhelming and hopeless especially when you, your child and/or family is struggling. You are not alone. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I provide a safe place for teens, families, and individuals to work through all of the emotions experienced through out life's challenges.
All of my sessions are being conducted virtually at this time... Life is challenging and it can be difficult trying to navigate the ups and downs of life without support. It can feel overwhelming and hopeless especially when you, your child and/or family is struggling. You are not alone. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I provide a safe place for teens, families, and individuals to work through all of the emotions experienced through out life's challenges.
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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.