Therapists for Teens in Jacksonville, FL

Albert Einstein once said, “The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.” If you are seeking to make lasting change then I encourage you to find a trained professional. Family can give advice, friends can listen, but a licensed therapist can give you help to overcome your situation. It may sound like a cliché but Michael Jackson was right, “You are not alone” and you are not. Let us walk with you to help with your relationship roller coaster, family fall-out, as you go through grief, turmoil with your teen or child, or rebuild from a bad break-up. For more information go to blackmaletherapist.net. Reach out today!

Welcome I am a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern with a passion for supporting individuals from teenagers through adulthood. With over 20 years of dedicated service in the field of social work I bring a passion for working with teenagers and adults. I specialize in helping clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, life transitions, stress, domestic abuse & violence, trauma, LGBTQIA+, and school-related concerns. My approach is client-centered, focusing on creating a safe and collaborative space where you can explore your concerns, build coping skills, and work towards your personal goals.

Are you struggling with dating or relationship issues? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression, low self-esteem, or finding a lack of meaning in life? I'm here to help. My interest in becoming a helping professional began in high school when I was looking for someone to guide me through my issues as a teenager. After seeing the overwhelmingly positive impact counseling had on me, I made it my passion and mission to return the favor to others. I have worked in the private practice setting for the past 3 and a half years and have helped clients from all walks of life, and specialize in the aforementioned areas.

Feeling anxious? Does life seem harder than it should be? Is trauma impacting your life and your relationships? Need support breaking away from toxic people, narcissists, and unhealthy relationships? Need help breaking free from controlling thoughts, memories from childhood abuse, and/or lack of nurture? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you are in the right place. Therapy can help. You don’t have to be alone and you do not have to be stuck where you are.

It would be a privilege to assist you on your journey of self-discovery. I am an eclectic therapist which means your experience will be tailored to suit your specific needs. I utilize several therapeutic modalities including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Client-Centered and Solution Focused.

Happy to announce I am now seeing couples in person and virtually! We all go through times in our lives when therapy can help us to cope with the difficulties that arise. You are not alone. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed or just stuck. You feel like you have tried everything and you are looking for a new way to improve your situation. Perhaps you or your teen have experienced an upsetting event and you don't want this to define them. It hurts to see the people we love upset or struggling. I can offer the tools, skills, and support for your journey.

Every-day situations and circumstances can cause anyone to feel overwhelmed, stressed and hopeless. These emotions, often times affect varies areas of our lives such as family, work, school, social life and the inability to feel good about ourselves. I am eager to demonstrate what you are capable of doing to change things. I specialize in adolescent disorders, family difficulties, anxiety and depression.

Are you looking to work with a neurodivergent therapist who understands your unique life challenges and can identify with a lot of the same struggles as you? Someone who sees you as a human rather than a bunch of different symptoms? Maybe, you've worked with therapists before, but the vibe was never right. Maybe, you've had experiences in therapy where you were invalidated for struggles that you can't quite put words to. You deserve to work with someone who's gonna go at your pace and make you feel safe, validated, and heard when discussing the everyday battle that is neurodivergence.

Is past trauma keeping you stuck? Does depression, anxiety and worry keep you from enjoying the life you want and deserve? Do you feel trapped in your marriage or relationship? Are you a teen trying to navigate middle or high school? I can help. I have 30 years of experience helping my clients improve communication, resolve conflicts, increase marital satisfaction, and letting go of things that no longer serve. I combine cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment, and compassion focused therapy. Many of us carry shame and guilt and seem blocked from forgiving ourselves. I teach compassion for self.

When you or your teen are feeling scared, depressed, angry, or like you just don’t fit in, it can be really challenging. Reaching out for help can be difficult, but it is the first step on the path toward healing. I aim to provide a warm, inviting environment in which you feel comfortable teaching me about the real you. By collaborating with you, I will help you develop the tools and skills you need to solve your problems now, and to solve them as they come in the future.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with expertise in providing therapy services to children and adolescents. My mission is to ignite awareness in our youth that they are fearfully and wonderfully made. Helping children learn to embrace their imperfections breeds confidence and produce freedom in loving who they are. The bravest thing a child can be is themselves. Utilizing evidence-based practices, I assist children and adolescents to make sense of what is going on in their minds, bodies, and lives. Assisting them to move toward greater health and wholeness in a safe, non-judgmental environment is always my focus.

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.

Evening sessions available. Anthony Marler, LMHC specializes in couples therapy (Marriage Counseling). He helps couples improve their relationships and communication. He also sees individuals to help with emotional healing and increased coping skills with those who've experienced trauma. He assists men with regaining control of their lives from the addictive nature of pornography.

Does worrying about weight and calories take up most of your thoughts? Do you purge, use laxatives, or compulsively exercise? Do you binge eat, "night eat", or eat when you are not hungry and you don't know why? Do you fear you're "addicted" to food? Does your weight go up and down a lot, and it has for most of your life? Are you worried your child or teen has an eating disorder? Do you feel like you'll never be "normal" when it comes to food and weight?

I am a clinical psychologist specializing in psychoeducational testing and psychotherapy. My professional life has been spent working with children and families to overcome various obstacles to their personal or academic accomplishments. After graduating from Johns Hopkins University with my Bachelor of Arts degree, I received both my Masters and Doctorate in Psychology from New York University. I have worked with children, adolescents and families in various hospital, school and outpatient clinic settings.

Peace, both within the self and within the home, is the cornerstone of my professional philosophy. Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest adult or the most vulnerable teenager needs a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether there is a struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, behavior issues or life transitions, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.

I have provided leadership in program operations for several children's residential facilities and shelters and have supervised clinical therapies in acute residential treatment to those suffering from emergency psychiatric, emotional and behavioral problems, substance and sexual abuse and addictions.

My name is Nelsy Villalobos. I am a licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience providing clinical and social work services. I specialize in the treatment of Trauma, Anxiety and Depression by employing Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused Therapy. My ideal client, the best match to my particular approach to therapy is the person with trauma and abuse history, anxiety, boundary problems, those who experience chronic unhappiness, chronic depression, self-esteem issues, or those who have experienced narcissistic and other forms of emotional abuse. Those in need of mindfulness or stress reduction.

Hello, I'm Brian. My name is Brian Morgan I am a Licensed Mental Counselor based out of Brooker, Florida, and I am working with clients statewide via telehealth. I am a dedicated and compassionate counselor specializing in trauma, addictions, depression, anxiety, and stress, using Trauma-Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to ignite their inner spark and empower them to rise up from their challenges.