Therapists for Teens in Charlton, MA
Michael J McManus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlton, MA 01507
The ideal client who we work with therapeutically is motivated, and desires change. This client values the therapeutic relationship while also working toward success quickly. This client should be excited, even if a little bit anxious, about gaining valuable insight into themselves and their place in their life. As far as couples/marriage counseling is concerned, couples should be motivated to stay together and not simply stop off at therapy before divorce. Couples should be willing to work hard and look at themselves as individuals as well as a family.
The ideal client who we work with therapeutically is motivated, and desires change. This client values the therapeutic relationship while also working toward success quickly. This client should be excited, even if a little bit anxious, about gaining valuable insight into themselves and their place in their life. As far as couples/marriage counseling is concerned, couples should be motivated to stay together and not simply stop off at therapy before divorce. Couples should be willing to work hard and look at themselves as individuals as well as a family.
My counseling philosophy is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship with the children, families, and school districts that I work with to allow for safe exploration of the thoughts, feelings, and emotions that impact the school day and beyond. I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and a school adjustment counselor (SAC). My passion is to help children and their families learn new and effective strategies to live a life worth living and create a solid foundation of self love.
My counseling philosophy is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship with the children, families, and school districts that I work with to allow for safe exploration of the thoughts, feelings, and emotions that impact the school day and beyond. I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and a school adjustment counselor (SAC). My passion is to help children and their families learn new and effective strategies to live a life worth living and create a solid foundation of self love.
Stephanie Mancini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Charlton, MA 01507 (Online Only)
As clinical social workers and experienced psychotherapists, we believe that people of all ages are able to grow and overcome the obstacles that life presents. We are dedicated to providing effective, strengths-based counseling to empower our clients on their journey to a healthier and brighter future. We have over twenty-five years experience providing counseling for children, adolescents, families, and adults. We work together with clients to achieve their personal goals in a safe environment.
As clinical social workers and experienced psychotherapists, we believe that people of all ages are able to grow and overcome the obstacles that life presents. We are dedicated to providing effective, strengths-based counseling to empower our clients on their journey to a healthier and brighter future. We have over twenty-five years experience providing counseling for children, adolescents, families, and adults. We work together with clients to achieve their personal goals in a safe environment.
Stress management is a goal for many of us. Whether your stress is related to challenges in intimate relationships, parenting, or a traumatic event, together we will work to enhance your competence in identifying causes of stress in your life, recognizing how you experience stress, and practicing self-regulation strategies.
Stress management is a goal for many of us. Whether your stress is related to challenges in intimate relationships, parenting, or a traumatic event, together we will work to enhance your competence in identifying causes of stress in your life, recognizing how you experience stress, and practicing self-regulation strategies.
Beth Danforth, LICSW - Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Charlton, MA 01507
I am Beth Danforth, LICSW. I am now a provider of Blue Cross/Blue Shieid, Tufts, and United Behavioral Health insurances and presently have availability to see new clients on Friday mornings and early afternoons. I have extensive experience working with troubled adolescents, children, and adults with past trauma issues. I use a variety of methods and approaches depending on the need of my clients. I am Level II trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which facilitate rapid processing of past trauma. I have expertise in working with adolescents who have sexually abused young children.
I am Beth Danforth, LICSW. I am now a provider of Blue Cross/Blue Shieid, Tufts, and United Behavioral Health insurances and presently have availability to see new clients on Friday mornings and early afternoons. I have extensive experience working with troubled adolescents, children, and adults with past trauma issues. I use a variety of methods and approaches depending on the need of my clients. I am Level II trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which facilitate rapid processing of past trauma. I have expertise in working with adolescents who have sexually abused young children.
From your first meeting, Melissa strives to make you feel heard and at ease. Melissa creates a warm and safe environment and believes that building trust and rapport with her clients is key to healing
From your first meeting, Melissa strives to make you feel heard and at ease. Melissa creates a warm and safe environment and believes that building trust and rapport with her clients is key to healing
I received my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Fitchburg State College and Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Special Education at Assumption College. I have 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families from a wide variety of backgrounds. Currently, I work as a School Adjustment Counselor with elementary, middle and high school students and have many years working in specialized settings. My work experience has focused primarily on ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma reactive, and ASD.
I received my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Fitchburg State College and Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Special Education at Assumption College. I have 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families from a wide variety of backgrounds. Currently, I work as a School Adjustment Counselor with elementary, middle and high school students and have many years working in specialized settings. My work experience has focused primarily on ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma reactive, and ASD.
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Brittany Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Spencer, MA 01562
Waitlist for new clients
Is this your first time searching for a therapist, or your 157th rodeo trying to find a clinician you click with? Are you helping a friend or loved one find a professional to process their feelings with, but have not yet considered taking care of you? Maybe you are a parent, teenager, or adult child yearning for a space to have meaningful, challenging conversations with your family? Or, perhaps you are just curious about how therapy could help you, and if you "need" it? If any of these questions resonate with you, you are not alone, and I would love to help you on this journey.
Is this your first time searching for a therapist, or your 157th rodeo trying to find a clinician you click with? Are you helping a friend or loved one find a professional to process their feelings with, but have not yet considered taking care of you? Maybe you are a parent, teenager, or adult child yearning for a space to have meaningful, challenging conversations with your family? Or, perhaps you are just curious about how therapy could help you, and if you "need" it? If any of these questions resonate with you, you are not alone, and I would love to help you on this journey.
Our specialties and populations include but are not limited to depression, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, Conduct Disorders, Affective Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Parenting Issues, Stress Reduction, Anger Management, Adjustment Issues, and Child and Adolescent Development as well as adults, couples and marriage counseling.
Pathways To Wellness Associates, LLC assists high functioning individuals and families to recognize and achieve their full potential in a safe and supportive atmosphere. We provide the highest quality counseling services founded in theory and evidence based practices. Our licensed therapists specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Framework and Child and Family Therapy.
Our specialties and populations include but are not limited to depression, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, Conduct Disorders, Affective Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Parenting Issues, Stress Reduction, Anger Management, Adjustment Issues, and Child and Adolescent Development as well as adults, couples and marriage counseling.
Pathways To Wellness Associates, LLC assists high functioning individuals and families to recognize and achieve their full potential in a safe and supportive atmosphere. We provide the highest quality counseling services founded in theory and evidence based practices. Our licensed therapists specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Framework and Child and Family Therapy.
I believe in therapy YOU are the Expert of YOU and I am here to provide you the tools, skills and resources to help achieve your goals. The Dictionary defines the word CRISIS as; “a time when a difficult or important decision must be made.” That is where therapy comes in. We all go though some type of crisis in our life and having support to work through and handle that crisis makes the process that much easier. My job as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor is to provide a safe space to help you explore yourself, develop new perspectives, and guide you through the crisis you may face in your life.
I believe in therapy YOU are the Expert of YOU and I am here to provide you the tools, skills and resources to help achieve your goals. The Dictionary defines the word CRISIS as; “a time when a difficult or important decision must be made.” That is where therapy comes in. We all go though some type of crisis in our life and having support to work through and handle that crisis makes the process that much easier. My job as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor is to provide a safe space to help you explore yourself, develop new perspectives, and guide you through the crisis you may face in your life.
Amato Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cherry Valley, MA 01611 (Online Only)
My name is Paul M. Amato. I am an LICSW with a long history of working with adolescents, adults, couples, and their families. Some of my specialties include depression, anger, all types of anxiety, self-esteem issues, self-abuse behaviors, relationships, careers, and stressed-out parents. Every client is different, and the modalities or combinations should match each client. I believe that this is your time, and we should collaborate to work on what is best fit for you.
My name is Paul M. Amato. I am an LICSW with a long history of working with adolescents, adults, couples, and their families. Some of my specialties include depression, anger, all types of anxiety, self-esteem issues, self-abuse behaviors, relationships, careers, and stressed-out parents. Every client is different, and the modalities or combinations should match each client. I believe that this is your time, and we should collaborate to work on what is best fit for you.
Cheryl Wheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Auburn, MA 01501 (Online Only)
I have a limited number of openings for virtual appointments. Please message me for details.
I have a limited number of openings for virtual appointments. Please message me for details.
Mitchell D Gurk, PhD
Psychologist, PhD, MFT, BCPC, Diploma
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spencer, MA 01562
Treatment is results oriented, which means we work together at the beginning to define the changes that are meaningful to you. In a basic sense, psychotherapy is for thinking about feelings. We are all part of systems, be they family, work or society. The outcome is more freedom to be yourself. All inquiries referrals scheduling by phone: please call 508.885.3861. Repeat your calls (on the hour) to reach me quickest in person. No written messages! No computer inquiries!
Treatment is results oriented, which means we work together at the beginning to define the changes that are meaningful to you. In a basic sense, psychotherapy is for thinking about feelings. We are all part of systems, be they family, work or society. The outcome is more freedom to be yourself. All inquiries referrals scheduling by phone: please call 508.885.3861. Repeat your calls (on the hour) to reach me quickest in person. No written messages! No computer inquiries!
Kathleen Moynagh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sturbridge, MA 01566 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience. I have worked extensively with clients who present with various emotional and behavioral challenges and diagnoses, including: depression, anxiety, AD/HD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder/trauma reactivity, grief, substance use, mood instability, limited use of effective coping skills, impaired decision making, impulsivity, low self-esteem and relationship issues. I use a collaborative and strength based approach to assist clients in recognizing and building upon their strengths and overcoming their challenges.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience. I have worked extensively with clients who present with various emotional and behavioral challenges and diagnoses, including: depression, anxiety, AD/HD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder/trauma reactivity, grief, substance use, mood instability, limited use of effective coping skills, impaired decision making, impulsivity, low self-esteem and relationship issues. I use a collaborative and strength based approach to assist clients in recognizing and building upon their strengths and overcoming their challenges.
Gisele M Duplessis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Southbridge, MA 01550
If you are seeking guidance and support towards a more joyful and balanced life, with holistic interventions, let's work together towards your goals. Everyone meets a time in their life where the barriers to your personal vision of wellness, can feel overwhelming. You can have the support you want to move towards your personal view of success and wellness.
If you are seeking guidance and support towards a more joyful and balanced life, with holistic interventions, let's work together towards your goals. Everyone meets a time in their life where the barriers to your personal vision of wellness, can feel overwhelming. You can have the support you want to move towards your personal view of success and wellness.
Limited availability for appointments on Friday mornings/afternoons only- I work with children, adolescents, and adults in navigating new life experiences and major life transitions.
Limited availability for appointments on Friday mornings/afternoons only- I work with children, adolescents, and adults in navigating new life experiences and major life transitions.
I believe in utilizing a holistic approach to counseling, and have been providing services to adolescents and adults with PTSD, complex trauma, attachment disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, among other challenges. I utilize Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC) as my primary model for treatment along with motivational interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and focuses on a strength-based trauma informed approach in which the client can begin to make connections between their mind and body.
I believe in utilizing a holistic approach to counseling, and have been providing services to adolescents and adults with PTSD, complex trauma, attachment disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, among other challenges. I utilize Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC) as my primary model for treatment along with motivational interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and focuses on a strength-based trauma informed approach in which the client can begin to make connections between their mind and body.
Greetings. I am a general practitioner with 20 years of experience providing psychological services. My training and practice covers the human life span. Individuals, couples, and Families are welcome. I use a unique, innovative, culturally appropriate approach that is based on best practices derived from empirical and qualitative research. With all my clients, I seek to help them pursue the full unfolding of their true self, and close the gap between their present reality and their ideal. Making changes can be difficult, but I want to congratulate you on taking the first step.
Greetings. I am a general practitioner with 20 years of experience providing psychological services. My training and practice covers the human life span. Individuals, couples, and Families are welcome. I use a unique, innovative, culturally appropriate approach that is based on best practices derived from empirical and qualitative research. With all my clients, I seek to help them pursue the full unfolding of their true self, and close the gap between their present reality and their ideal. Making changes can be difficult, but I want to congratulate you on taking the first step.
Sarah Baillie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sturbridge, MA 01518 (Online Only)
Therapy is a special, intimate process through which individuals may heal, evolve, and flourish. Clients who work with me are eager to invest in their wellbeing, growth, and quality of life and relationships.
Therapy is a special, intimate process through which individuals may heal, evolve, and flourish. Clients who work with me are eager to invest in their wellbeing, growth, and quality of life and relationships.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist who provides initial diagnostic assessments, goal and treatment planning, as well as a variety of evidence-based practices based off the individuals’ needs. I am well versed in prescriptive psychotherapy where treatment is not a one-size-fits-all model, since people are more complex and intricate than meets the eye.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist who provides initial diagnostic assessments, goal and treatment planning, as well as a variety of evidence-based practices based off the individuals’ needs. I am well versed in prescriptive psychotherapy where treatment is not a one-size-fits-all model, since people are more complex and intricate than meets the eye.
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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.