Therapists for Teens in Norwell, MA
Kathleen Curley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwell, MA 02061
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected in your relationships or at work? Is your preteen or teen facing school challenges like academic stress, social anxiety, or trouble fitting in? It doesn’t have to be this way. Imagine waking up with a sense of purpose, and you and your child feeling more confident, focused, and prepared to handle life’s challenges. Let’s work through this together!
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected in your relationships or at work? Is your preteen or teen facing school challenges like academic stress, social anxiety, or trouble fitting in? It doesn’t have to be this way. Imagine waking up with a sense of purpose, and you and your child feeling more confident, focused, and prepared to handle life’s challenges. Let’s work through this together!
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose client population includes, individuals, couples, families and groups. Currently, I work with couples who are experiencing a loss of connection, as well as communication and intimacy difficulties. These couples are often facing life cycle transitions. I also work with families, primarily families with adolescent children. These families have children with behavioral issues, mental health challenges, and many times are dealing with trauma and loss. I also work with the LGBTQ population. My practice includes a culturally and socio-economically diverse population.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose client population includes, individuals, couples, families and groups. Currently, I work with couples who are experiencing a loss of connection, as well as communication and intimacy difficulties. These couples are often facing life cycle transitions. I also work with families, primarily families with adolescent children. These families have children with behavioral issues, mental health challenges, and many times are dealing with trauma and loss. I also work with the LGBTQ population. My practice includes a culturally and socio-economically diverse population.
Child, Teen, & Family Therapist! I believe in treating the whole family to support growth and effective change. My experience has allowed me a variety of settings (outpatient, agency based, partial and inpatient hospitals, school systems) which have enhanced my skill set to support treating a spectrum of needs. I appreciate working with a young person and their support system from a place of mutual understanding. I am not afraid of a challenge but I think it's helpful to have a starting place of willingness. I do find it important to go at a client's pace, including their voice & choice in what treatment may look like.
Child, Teen, & Family Therapist! I believe in treating the whole family to support growth and effective change. My experience has allowed me a variety of settings (outpatient, agency based, partial and inpatient hospitals, school systems) which have enhanced my skill set to support treating a spectrum of needs. I appreciate working with a young person and their support system from a place of mutual understanding. I am not afraid of a challenge but I think it's helpful to have a starting place of willingness. I do find it important to go at a client's pace, including their voice & choice in what treatment may look like.
I have over 20 years of clinical experience. I have worked with teenage/ adolescent boys, children, and young men in just about every sector within this demographic. I have experience in treating adult men who are struggling with emotional regulation and their ability to effectively relate and communicate with their families/spouses. I am skilled at providing "parent coaching;" a modality that provides parents who may be struggling with their child/ teen insight, understanding, and applicable solutions on how to improve their relations. I have extensive experience working with couples as well.
I have over 20 years of clinical experience. I have worked with teenage/ adolescent boys, children, and young men in just about every sector within this demographic. I have experience in treating adult men who are struggling with emotional regulation and their ability to effectively relate and communicate with their families/spouses. I am skilled at providing "parent coaching;" a modality that provides parents who may be struggling with their child/ teen insight, understanding, and applicable solutions on how to improve their relations. I have extensive experience working with couples as well.
Ann Marie D. MacKinnon LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Norwell, MA 02061
20+ years providing exceptional clinical support for OLDER teen 16+ & adults. AFTER school and evening hours are pretty booked. Available early morning and afternoons. Focus of treatment Anxiety and Mood D/O impacting social, job , school and family relationships. Strong clinical interest supporting the transition to college , the work world and navigating the adjustments into young adulthood. Using a relational-psychodynamic approach to treatment balanced with empowering energy and humor. Supporting the LBGTQ community is a professional passion. Embracing authenticity and self acceptance is the treatment goal.
20+ years providing exceptional clinical support for OLDER teen 16+ & adults. AFTER school and evening hours are pretty booked. Available early morning and afternoons. Focus of treatment Anxiety and Mood D/O impacting social, job , school and family relationships. Strong clinical interest supporting the transition to college , the work world and navigating the adjustments into young adulthood. Using a relational-psychodynamic approach to treatment balanced with empowering energy and humor. Supporting the LBGTQ community is a professional passion. Embracing authenticity and self acceptance is the treatment goal.
George (Bunt) Whitelaw
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwell, MA 02061
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with a wide variety of adolescent and adult aged people, utilizing a strength based approach to meet a variety of different goals.
I have worked with a wide variety of adolescent and adult aged people, utilizing a strength based approach to meet a variety of different goals.
I received rigorous training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) at McLean Hospital’s Child and Adolescent OCD Institute (OCDI Jr.
Availability for Intensive Outpatient (IOP); waitlist for outpatient. I am a neurodiversity and LGBTQIA+ affirming clinician. I have a passion for working with school-aged children, teens, and young adults seeking relief from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders (including selective mutism), and body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs; hair-pulling and skin-picking). I am committed to providing individually tailored, evidence-based care that builds upon my clients' strengths. With empathy and compassion, I aim to create a safe, fun, and inclusive space for children and young adults to build a life they love.
I received rigorous training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) at McLean Hospital’s Child and Adolescent OCD Institute (OCDI Jr.
Availability for Intensive Outpatient (IOP); waitlist for outpatient. I am a neurodiversity and LGBTQIA+ affirming clinician. I have a passion for working with school-aged children, teens, and young adults seeking relief from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders (including selective mutism), and body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs; hair-pulling and skin-picking). I am committed to providing individually tailored, evidence-based care that builds upon my clients' strengths. With empathy and compassion, I aim to create a safe, fun, and inclusive space for children and young adults to build a life they love.
Rayne Cole - Silver Linings Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwell, MA 02061
Life is hard no matter what stage you are in. High school has so much pressure, more than previous generations in many ways. Being a teenager has so much more complexity than in the past, which parents really don’t always understand. The transition to college comes with its own challenges which can be overwhelming. Then moving into independent adulthood comes with its own pressures, at whatever age that comes. Next up may be starting a family, either with a partner, by having a child, or both. There is so much more stress when you are responsible for more than just yourself.
Life is hard no matter what stage you are in. High school has so much pressure, more than previous generations in many ways. Being a teenager has so much more complexity than in the past, which parents really don’t always understand. The transition to college comes with its own challenges which can be overwhelming. Then moving into independent adulthood comes with its own pressures, at whatever age that comes. Next up may be starting a family, either with a partner, by having a child, or both. There is so much more stress when you are responsible for more than just yourself.
Are anxiety, grief, or significant life changes leaving you feeling lost, anxious, or disconnected? Do you struggle with overwhelming emotions or find it hard to cope with changes in your personal or professional life? You're not alone, and there is hope for a brighter future. I’m here to help you navigate these challenges. Together, we’ll explore the emotional turmoil that often accompanies grief, anxiety, and transitions—whether it’s the end of a relationship, a major career shift, or the loss of a loved one.
Are anxiety, grief, or significant life changes leaving you feeling lost, anxious, or disconnected? Do you struggle with overwhelming emotions or find it hard to cope with changes in your personal or professional life? You're not alone, and there is hope for a brighter future. I’m here to help you navigate these challenges. Together, we’ll explore the emotional turmoil that often accompanies grief, anxiety, and transitions—whether it’s the end of a relationship, a major career shift, or the loss of a loved one.
Steven McIntyre is a Master's-level clinician who has experience in outpatient, residential and public school settings. He is also trained in ABA and behavioral techniques.
Steven McIntyre is a Master's-level clinician who has experience in outpatient, residential and public school settings. He is also trained in ABA and behavioral techniques.
Are you looking for help to cope with life's stressors, or find peace in your relationships? As a trauma-focused therapist, I understand that you have a unique story; with some chapters you hold dear, and others you might like to re-write. I am passionate about helping people re-define and re-integrate their stories of past, present, and future with hope and optimism.
Are you looking for help to cope with life's stressors, or find peace in your relationships? As a trauma-focused therapist, I understand that you have a unique story; with some chapters you hold dear, and others you might like to re-write. I am passionate about helping people re-define and re-integrate their stories of past, present, and future with hope and optimism.
Hello! My name is Cara and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. My goal is to help empower my clients to manage their everyday stressors, mental health, relationship issues, and career issues to ultimately feel better about themselves and their lives. I am a strong believer that therapy is something that everyone can benefit from. My goal is to create a supportive space for my clients to be able to succeed in and out of session!
Hello! My name is Cara and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. My goal is to help empower my clients to manage their everyday stressors, mental health, relationship issues, and career issues to ultimately feel better about themselves and their lives. I am a strong believer that therapy is something that everyone can benefit from. My goal is to create a supportive space for my clients to be able to succeed in and out of session!
I work with children and adults and especially enjoy working with clients with intersecting neurodevelopmental and behavioral/psychotherapeutic presentations (including those on the Autism spectrum). I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals with varying developmental disabilities in the capacity of behavior consultation to schools, families, and as director of a center providing services for adolescents and adults with autism, Down Syndrome, and other disabilities. I work regularly with individuals struggling with substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I work with children and adults and especially enjoy working with clients with intersecting neurodevelopmental and behavioral/psychotherapeutic presentations (including those on the Autism spectrum). I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals with varying developmental disabilities in the capacity of behavior consultation to schools, families, and as director of a center providing services for adolescents and adults with autism, Down Syndrome, and other disabilities. I work regularly with individuals struggling with substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Accepting new clients! Is there something about your life that you'd like to see change? I've worked in a variety of settings - residential treatment facilities, sober houses, in-home behavioral health services, concierge medicine, outpatient, and others - with a wide range of clients. Let me use my experience to help you realize the change you want to see.
Accepting new clients! Is there something about your life that you'd like to see change? I've worked in a variety of settings - residential treatment facilities, sober houses, in-home behavioral health services, concierge medicine, outpatient, and others - with a wide range of clients. Let me use my experience to help you realize the change you want to see.
I see clients exclusively via telehealth. I am a licensed social worker specializing in working with adolescents and young adults from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. I have worked in schools, inpatient, residential, and day treatment programs, as well as outpatient settings. I collaborate with my clients to identify goals for our work together and to provide a safe and nurturing environment to do that work. My intention is to firmly root our process in my clients’ strengths while exploring, validating, and gently challenging perceived obstacles.
I see clients exclusively via telehealth. I am a licensed social worker specializing in working with adolescents and young adults from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. I have worked in schools, inpatient, residential, and day treatment programs, as well as outpatient settings. I collaborate with my clients to identify goals for our work together and to provide a safe and nurturing environment to do that work. My intention is to firmly root our process in my clients’ strengths while exploring, validating, and gently challenging perceived obstacles.
With more than fifteen years of experience as a school psychologist, I am currently offering clients comprehensive and professional psychoeducational evaluations, behavioral and social-emotional assessments, and diagnoses.
With more than fifteen years of experience as a school psychologist, I am currently offering clients comprehensive and professional psychoeducational evaluations, behavioral and social-emotional assessments, and diagnoses.
I enjoy a diverse practice that seeks to create a safe environment from which a client can feel free to collaborate in a shared vision of goal attainment. I see individuals and couples. I adopt an integrated approach grounded in evidence-based practice with a particular area of interest and expertise in existential therapeutic applications where indicated. I have published extensively in the area of Existential Psychology (e.g., https://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9781349952106). I enjoy working with clients who seek a deeper self-understanding in pursuit of transcendence.
I enjoy a diverse practice that seeks to create a safe environment from which a client can feel free to collaborate in a shared vision of goal attainment. I see individuals and couples. I adopt an integrated approach grounded in evidence-based practice with a particular area of interest and expertise in existential therapeutic applications where indicated. I have published extensively in the area of Existential Psychology (e.g., https://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9781349952106). I enjoy working with clients who seek a deeper self-understanding in pursuit of transcendence.
For new client inquiries please reach out via email! As a licensed mental health counselor, my goal is to create a warm space for my clients. I work to support clients with ongoing mental health needs, life changes, and managing stress. Therapy is built on a foundation of trust, which is my first goal when working with you. I primarily use a cognitive behavioral and person-centered approach to counseling utilizing a variety of interventions with a bit of humor.
For new client inquiries please reach out via email! As a licensed mental health counselor, my goal is to create a warm space for my clients. I work to support clients with ongoing mental health needs, life changes, and managing stress. Therapy is built on a foundation of trust, which is my first goal when working with you. I primarily use a cognitive behavioral and person-centered approach to counseling utilizing a variety of interventions with a bit of humor.
Claire McManus has worked for over thirty years with youth and families in various capacities. As the Family & Community Specialist at South Shore Autism Center, Claire brings a compassionate and open approach to children on the autism spectrum that have an additional diagnosis of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other mental health challenges. Claire works closely with families so that the strategies applied in therapy are carried over into the child's home and community.
Claire McManus has worked for over thirty years with youth and families in various capacities. As the Family & Community Specialist at South Shore Autism Center, Claire brings a compassionate and open approach to children on the autism spectrum that have an additional diagnosis of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other mental health challenges. Claire works closely with families so that the strategies applied in therapy are carried over into the child's home and community.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I offer help for individuals and couples coping with a wide range of issues including anxiety, infertility, pregnancy loss, grief, chronic and acute illness, addiction and depression.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I offer help for individuals and couples coping with a wide range of issues including anxiety, infertility, pregnancy loss, grief, chronic and acute illness, addiction and depression.
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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.