Therapists for Teens in Atlantic Beach, FL
In 2009, I was named by Washingtonian Magazine as one of the area's best therapists as rated by my peers, especially for adolescents.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been working with children, adolescents, adults and families for over thirty years. My specialty is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I offer individual, couples, and family therapy to all age groups. I also am trained in school psychology. I consult frequently with educators, physicians, nurses, clergy, attorneys and judges on child and family matters. I have extensive experience helping families with divorce and reunification issues. I am an experienced court-appointed parent coordinator and child custody evaluator. I also treat adolescent and adults with substance abuse issues.
In 2009, I was named by Washingtonian Magazine as one of the area's best therapists as rated by my peers, especially for adolescents.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been working with children, adolescents, adults and families for over thirty years. My specialty is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I offer individual, couples, and family therapy to all age groups. I also am trained in school psychology. I consult frequently with educators, physicians, nurses, clergy, attorneys and judges on child and family matters. I have extensive experience helping families with divorce and reunification issues. I am an experienced court-appointed parent coordinator and child custody evaluator. I also treat adolescent and adults with substance abuse issues.
I have had years of experience working with teens, infertility, and postpartum depression.
“It takes a village.” Sometimes we are not where we want to be in life. You don’t have to get there on your own. I can help you figure out where you want to be and how to get there. - I am easy to talk to and give you a comfortable space in order to explore who you are and what you want in your life. Together, we can figure out how to make it happen.
I have had years of experience working with teens, infertility, and postpartum depression.
“It takes a village.” Sometimes we are not where we want to be in life. You don’t have to get there on your own. I can help you figure out where you want to be and how to get there. - I am easy to talk to and give you a comfortable space in order to explore who you are and what you want in your life. Together, we can figure out how to make it happen.
Douglas Essig
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
What if the thing holding you back isn’t the obstacles in your life, but the potential you haven’t unlocked yet? Feeling stuck, whether from unresolved trauma, relationship struggles, or a lack of direction, isn’t a dead end—it’s an opportunity for transformation. If you're ready to break free from emotional barriers and rediscover your sense of purpose, you’ve come to the right place. At Healing Hobbies, we focus on more than just healing—we focus on helping you unlock the power within you to face life’s challenges and create a life of clarity, peace, and fulfillment.
What if the thing holding you back isn’t the obstacles in your life, but the potential you haven’t unlocked yet? Feeling stuck, whether from unresolved trauma, relationship struggles, or a lack of direction, isn’t a dead end—it’s an opportunity for transformation. If you're ready to break free from emotional barriers and rediscover your sense of purpose, you’ve come to the right place. At Healing Hobbies, we focus on more than just healing—we focus on helping you unlock the power within you to face life’s challenges and create a life of clarity, peace, and fulfillment.
In the busy world of today, it can be difficult to "make it all work." I strive to help my clients and their families find balance, harmony and success in a way that leaves each person feeling complete, fulfilled and worthy of the happiness they have earned. Whether it's keeping your marriage on track, raising healthy, well-adjusted children or caring for loved ones in need...it is my goal to help you reach optimal satisfaction by addressing the issues that matter most...to you!
In the busy world of today, it can be difficult to "make it all work." I strive to help my clients and their families find balance, harmony and success in a way that leaves each person feeling complete, fulfilled and worthy of the happiness they have earned. Whether it's keeping your marriage on track, raising healthy, well-adjusted children or caring for loved ones in need...it is my goal to help you reach optimal satisfaction by addressing the issues that matter most...to you!
Dr. Erica N. Wortherly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-QS
Verified Verified
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
I provide services for adolescents and young adults transitioning toward independence. In addition, I support and equip parents and educators on all levels who are challenged with maintaining a balance between providing nurturing environments to meet the needs of children/youth and living a mentally, emotionally, and physically healthy lifestyle.
I provide services for adolescents and young adults transitioning toward independence. In addition, I support and equip parents and educators on all levels who are challenged with maintaining a balance between providing nurturing environments to meet the needs of children/youth and living a mentally, emotionally, and physically healthy lifestyle.
As an experienced and licensed mental health counselor, the barriers to achieving your strongest desires are often minimized by false narratives you may have unintentionally adopted. We'll establish new tools and therapeutic skills to address challenges head-on. Then we'll craft a tailor-made action plan that empowers you to move in the right direction. You will find that our sessions are judgment-free zones where you can indeed be seen and heard.
As an experienced and licensed mental health counselor, the barriers to achieving your strongest desires are often minimized by false narratives you may have unintentionally adopted. We'll establish new tools and therapeutic skills to address challenges head-on. Then we'll craft a tailor-made action plan that empowers you to move in the right direction. You will find that our sessions are judgment-free zones where you can indeed be seen and heard.
Christie Castner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
My background is in working with young children to adults in their senior years, along with working with a clientele that spans across varying cultures, socioeconomic classes and family structures. I truly love what I do. I am constantly in awe of the people I meet and the bravery they show in their journey to confront issues and to lead a more balanced and satisfying life. Additionally, the genuine empathy and a sense of humor I bring to therapy assists in building the therapeutic relationship.
My background is in working with young children to adults in their senior years, along with working with a clientele that spans across varying cultures, socioeconomic classes and family structures. I truly love what I do. I am constantly in awe of the people I meet and the bravery they show in their journey to confront issues and to lead a more balanced and satisfying life. Additionally, the genuine empathy and a sense of humor I bring to therapy assists in building the therapeutic relationship.
I offer individual counseling with an emphasis on Stress Management/Relaxation Principals and Biofeedback therapy. I also work with couples and family relationships dynamics to enhance better communication skills with each other. Children with ADD and ADHD also benefit from Biofeedback which is offered here.
I offer individual counseling with an emphasis on Stress Management/Relaxation Principals and Biofeedback therapy. I also work with couples and family relationships dynamics to enhance better communication skills with each other. Children with ADD and ADHD also benefit from Biofeedback which is offered here.
Nicole Story, Oceanside Family Therapy &Assessment
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, MEd, LMFT, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Experienced psychotherapist licensed in both Mental Health (LMHC) & Family Therapy (LMFT) offering Teletherapy & mental health assessments throughout Florida for children, teens & adults. Also working with attorney referred clients requiring evals for criminal court, juvenile court, and USCIS/Federal Immigration Court throughout the US including California, New York & Miami. ESA & Psychiatric Service Animal assessments. Psychometric testing in English/Spanish. Proficient in German, French, Spanish & Irish dialects. Check out our website for details and rates. Our beach office is in-house at Story Griffin, Consumer Justice Law Firm.
Experienced psychotherapist licensed in both Mental Health (LMHC) & Family Therapy (LMFT) offering Teletherapy & mental health assessments throughout Florida for children, teens & adults. Also working with attorney referred clients requiring evals for criminal court, juvenile court, and USCIS/Federal Immigration Court throughout the US including California, New York & Miami. ESA & Psychiatric Service Animal assessments. Psychometric testing in English/Spanish. Proficient in German, French, Spanish & Irish dialects. Check out our website for details and rates. Our beach office is in-house at Story Griffin, Consumer Justice Law Firm.
Angelica L Kendrick
Counselor, MS, RMHCI, CIC
Verified Verified
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 (Online Only)
Do you feel burned out? Overwhelmed? Stuck? Are you in need of an accountability partner to assist with setting and achieving goals? Taking the step to seek out therapy means you are determined to take necessary steps for self-growth and development. You are not alone. I help clients using a person-centered approach to reduce depression, anxiety, stress and burnout while juggling multiple responsibilities at one time.
Do you feel burned out? Overwhelmed? Stuck? Are you in need of an accountability partner to assist with setting and achieving goals? Taking the step to seek out therapy means you are determined to take necessary steps for self-growth and development. You are not alone. I help clients using a person-centered approach to reduce depression, anxiety, stress and burnout while juggling multiple responsibilities at one time.
Beenen Therapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Beenen Therapy Group in Jacksonville Beach serves diverse clients – adolescents, adults, couples, and families tackling trauma, codependency, grief, depression, anxiety, OCD, parenting, and relationship issues. Motivated by transformative healing, they appreciate our therapists' eclectic approach, incorporating psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, Gottman Method, DBT, ERP, and more. Committed to personal growth, clients seek tailored and holistic interventions, valuing a practice prioritizing comprehensive, effective methods for lasting positive change.
Beenen Therapy Group in Jacksonville Beach serves diverse clients – adolescents, adults, couples, and families tackling trauma, codependency, grief, depression, anxiety, OCD, parenting, and relationship issues. Motivated by transformative healing, they appreciate our therapists' eclectic approach, incorporating psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, Gottman Method, DBT, ERP, and more. Committed to personal growth, clients seek tailored and holistic interventions, valuing a practice prioritizing comprehensive, effective methods for lasting positive change.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 (Online Only)
When the pressures of daily life create distress, there is great satisfaction in finding a solution to lower your natural instinct of fear and anxiety. The main focus of my practice is to locate the limiting beliefs from your history, to free you from the contradictions that limit your growth and confuse you in relationships. The most important goal of therapy is to raise awareness regarding your natural inclination to react to negativity. When you are well anchored on the inside you will not emotionally react to an external challenge or threat.
When the pressures of daily life create distress, there is great satisfaction in finding a solution to lower your natural instinct of fear and anxiety. The main focus of my practice is to locate the limiting beliefs from your history, to free you from the contradictions that limit your growth and confuse you in relationships. The most important goal of therapy is to raise awareness regarding your natural inclination to react to negativity. When you are well anchored on the inside you will not emotionally react to an external challenge or threat.
Kelly Charest
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
I work with children, teenagers, and young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, life-stage transitions, relationships, self-esteem, and perfectionism.
I once read that "when we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary." Inspired by this, I aim to create a safe and comforting space for those feeling overburdened by their emotions. Together, we can navigate a way forward. I use evidence-based treatment to provide coping skills and help you rediscover the spark within yourself. I utilize a collaborative and tailored approach to meet each client’s unique needs. I am a dedicated therapist who uses evidence-based techniques, empathy, and understanding to help individuals achieve personal growth.
I work with children, teenagers, and young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, life-stage transitions, relationships, self-esteem, and perfectionism.
I once read that "when we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary." Inspired by this, I aim to create a safe and comforting space for those feeling overburdened by their emotions. Together, we can navigate a way forward. I use evidence-based treatment to provide coping skills and help you rediscover the spark within yourself. I utilize a collaborative and tailored approach to meet each client’s unique needs. I am a dedicated therapist who uses evidence-based techniques, empathy, and understanding to help individuals achieve personal growth.
Are you struggling and feeling stuck? Are you wondering if things will ever change? You may feel like you have tried everything to fix things or maybe to save your relationship. Is a heavy weight holding you down? What about racing thoughts that seem to have no end and you have no idea how to calm the storm inside you? Is something from your past still affecting you today, like it is happening right now? Maybe your relationship is somewhere you never thought it would be. Reaching out to a counselor can be scary and it is hard to know where to begin. You want to find someone who can understand you, walk along-side you, and help you.
Are you struggling and feeling stuck? Are you wondering if things will ever change? You may feel like you have tried everything to fix things or maybe to save your relationship. Is a heavy weight holding you down? What about racing thoughts that seem to have no end and you have no idea how to calm the storm inside you? Is something from your past still affecting you today, like it is happening right now? Maybe your relationship is somewhere you never thought it would be. Reaching out to a counselor can be scary and it is hard to know where to begin. You want to find someone who can understand you, walk along-side you, and help you.
Horizon Counseling Llc Llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 (Online Only)
Psychotherapist with a history of working with adults and adolescents. As a therapist with a social work background, my practice is person-centered and rooted in empathy. My goal is to support you on your journey to improved mental health by connecting with your values and taking steps towards personal goals. I've had a lot of success working with clients who were uncertain about therapy or had a bad experience with it in the past. I bring a lot of care and intention to the work that I do and receive feedback that clients feel more than just heard but also supported in developing applicable skills they were seeking from therapy.
Psychotherapist with a history of working with adults and adolescents. As a therapist with a social work background, my practice is person-centered and rooted in empathy. My goal is to support you on your journey to improved mental health by connecting with your values and taking steps towards personal goals. I've had a lot of success working with clients who were uncertain about therapy or had a bad experience with it in the past. I bring a lot of care and intention to the work that I do and receive feedback that clients feel more than just heard but also supported in developing applicable skills they were seeking from therapy.
Jenny Batalla & 'Apollo' - Ripple Effects Therapy
Counselor, MS, LMHC, AAT-C
Verified Verified
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Taking the step to engage in therapy requires courage and vulnerability. As a compassionate therapist, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals seeking support. As the founder of Ripple Effects Therapy, LLC, I believe in therapy's transformative power to create positive change not only within individuals but also in their relationships and communities. Therapy, like a stone creating ripples in water, has the potential to extend its effects far beyond the individual seeking help. My goal is to empower individuals to make meaningful shifts in their lives, leading to a ripple effect that touches the lives of others.
Taking the step to engage in therapy requires courage and vulnerability. As a compassionate therapist, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals seeking support. As the founder of Ripple Effects Therapy, LLC, I believe in therapy's transformative power to create positive change not only within individuals but also in their relationships and communities. Therapy, like a stone creating ripples in water, has the potential to extend its effects far beyond the individual seeking help. My goal is to empower individuals to make meaningful shifts in their lives, leading to a ripple effect that touches the lives of others.
Gentle Therapy Place
Counselor, MS, LMHC, EMDRIA, ART, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
I like to use a gentle, caring, non-judgmental approach. I am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and in ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy). I also use other trauma-informed, creative and energy modalities to achieve treatment goals. I facilitate coaching sessions, using goal setting, visualization and sensory techniques to discover a new you, whether personally or professionally.
I like to use a gentle, caring, non-judgmental approach. I am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and in ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy). I also use other trauma-informed, creative and energy modalities to achieve treatment goals. I facilitate coaching sessions, using goal setting, visualization and sensory techniques to discover a new you, whether personally or professionally.
Keith Gibbons
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Something isn't quite right. You've dedicated much to your relationships, yet you keep hitting roadblocks. Partnerships and trust seem harder to come by. Your children are caught in shifting households, leaving you feeling isolated. Family support feels unreliable, and life's challenges seem overwhelming. Where can you turn for wisdom and support? Something feels off. Parents are pushing you to fit a mold that doesn't align with you. It's isolating when no one seems to grasp your perspective. Loneliness weighs heavy, and finding a safe space to share your thoughts seems unsurmountable. Who can you turn to?
Something isn't quite right. You've dedicated much to your relationships, yet you keep hitting roadblocks. Partnerships and trust seem harder to come by. Your children are caught in shifting households, leaving you feeling isolated. Family support feels unreliable, and life's challenges seem overwhelming. Where can you turn for wisdom and support? Something feels off. Parents are pushing you to fit a mold that doesn't align with you. It's isolating when no one seems to grasp your perspective. Loneliness weighs heavy, and finding a safe space to share your thoughts seems unsurmountable. Who can you turn to?
Hi, I’m Caitlin! I love all things music, the beach, fur babies, and fantasy football.
Hi, I’m Caitlin! I love all things music, the beach, fur babies, and fantasy football.
Rachel Hillegass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Experienced Therapist Here to Help You Navigate Life's Challenges. Did a major life event leave you feeling lost or overwhelmed? I'm here to offer support and guidance. Hello, I'm Rachel, therapist, compassionate listener, a skilled problem-solver, and a genuine people-person who loves connecting with others. I enjoy helping individuals navigate life's hurdles, whether it's the transition to college, the challenges of empty nesting, career changes, the loss of a loved one, or the grief of unmet expectations. I'm here to support you on your journey toward peace and self-discovery.
Experienced Therapist Here to Help You Navigate Life's Challenges. Did a major life event leave you feeling lost or overwhelmed? I'm here to offer support and guidance. Hello, I'm Rachel, therapist, compassionate listener, a skilled problem-solver, and a genuine people-person who loves connecting with others. I enjoy helping individuals navigate life's hurdles, whether it's the transition to college, the challenges of empty nesting, career changes, the loss of a loved one, or the grief of unmet expectations. I'm here to support you on your journey toward peace and self-discovery.
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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.