Therapists for Teens in Sherrills Ford, NC
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Thrive Counseling and Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LCAS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
Whether you're a professional looking to be more productive, a parent feeling lost about your teen or young child, a couple feeling stuck in a rut, or someone just wanting to feel better overall, the therapists at Thrive are excited to help you begin your journey to wellness.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or just not like "you?" Does it feel like extra work to just get through the day? We get it. We're here to help you feel at peace, calm, and hopeful - no matter what is happening in your world.
Whether you're a professional looking to be more productive, a parent feeling lost about your teen or young child, a couple feeling stuck in a rut, or someone just wanting to feel better overall, the therapists at Thrive are excited to help you begin your journey to wellness.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or just not like "you?" Does it feel like extra work to just get through the day? We get it. We're here to help you feel at peace, calm, and hopeful - no matter what is happening in your world.
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Randi Reichel
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
I love to work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. My previous career as a teacher provides me with great understanding of stages of development and how to connect with children and teenagers. I can help your child and you to better understand behavioral changes, self-esteem, difficulty communicating, depression, anxiety, and stress. I have a nonjudgmental way of exploring what children and adolescents are experiencing by using their individual interests, perspectives, and solution-focused goals so that their time in therapy feels natural.
I love to work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. My previous career as a teacher provides me with great understanding of stages of development and how to connect with children and teenagers. I can help your child and you to better understand behavioral changes, self-esteem, difficulty communicating, depression, anxiety, and stress. I have a nonjudgmental way of exploring what children and adolescents are experiencing by using their individual interests, perspectives, and solution-focused goals so that their time in therapy feels natural.
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Courtney Herrera
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCASA, NCC, CMCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
I liken my therapeutic approach to the Japanese artform of Kintsugi in which broken pieces of pottery are mended together by precious metals, creating an equally or even more beautiful creation than it was in its original state. As a philosophy, if an object has been damaged then it has more of a history and should, therefore, be celebrated and highlighted, rather than hidden or discarded. Just as the broken sections are embraced in Kintsugi I believe that the broken, flawed, imperfect pieces of our life can come together with the good experiences, to form an even more amazing and beautiful life.
I liken my therapeutic approach to the Japanese artform of Kintsugi in which broken pieces of pottery are mended together by precious metals, creating an equally or even more beautiful creation than it was in its original state. As a philosophy, if an object has been damaged then it has more of a history and should, therefore, be celebrated and highlighted, rather than hidden or discarded. Just as the broken sections are embraced in Kintsugi I believe that the broken, flawed, imperfect pieces of our life can come together with the good experiences, to form an even more amazing and beautiful life.
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Kalyn Elkins
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are looking to heal from past experiences, build better relationships with others or yourself, manage stress and anxiety, work towards resolving conflict, or find healthier ways of thinking, behaving, and experiencing, then I am here to help you recognize that you have the inner resources to do so. Together we can begin reframing negative core beliefs and automatic assumptions that control patterns of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors and accruing different tools and resources that you can take with you on your day-to-day. This gained insight can give you the power to choose how to best move forward.
Whether you are looking to heal from past experiences, build better relationships with others or yourself, manage stress and anxiety, work towards resolving conflict, or find healthier ways of thinking, behaving, and experiencing, then I am here to help you recognize that you have the inner resources to do so. Together we can begin reframing negative core beliefs and automatic assumptions that control patterns of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors and accruing different tools and resources that you can take with you on your day-to-day. This gained insight can give you the power to choose how to best move forward.
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I work with children, adolescents, and adults, ages five and up. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have five years' experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, and challenges with life transitions.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, ages five and up. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have five years' experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, and challenges with life transitions.
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Karyn Cherry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and couples to communicate and relate in a more effective manner.
Trauma has a profound effect on an individual and their loved ones and can affect every aspect of their lives. Are you seeking assistance with healing from trauma, improving family communication skills, creating boundaries and healthy relationships in order to live your best life? Maybe you are struggling parenting or relating to your partner and want to learn new way of doing things. These are all completely normal and I am here to help!
I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and couples to communicate and relate in a more effective manner.
Trauma has a profound effect on an individual and their loved ones and can affect every aspect of their lives. Are you seeking assistance with healing from trauma, improving family communication skills, creating boundaries and healthy relationships in order to live your best life? Maybe you are struggling parenting or relating to your partner and want to learn new way of doing things. These are all completely normal and I am here to help!
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Chris McClure
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LCASA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
My clients want to make changes that improve their quality of lives, careers, and relationships. I focus on couples, addiction, grief, trauma, life transitions, professional burnout, finding purpose, and spirituality. I connect well with mid-career professionals and people who have had that nagging sense of wanting something more. I also work with couples post-treatment from addiction. I see my role as a confidential member of the client's support system, a mirror, and exploration guide.
My clients want to make changes that improve their quality of lives, careers, and relationships. I focus on couples, addiction, grief, trauma, life transitions, professional burnout, finding purpose, and spirituality. I connect well with mid-career professionals and people who have had that nagging sense of wanting something more. I also work with couples post-treatment from addiction. I see my role as a confidential member of the client's support system, a mirror, and exploration guide.
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Trudie Crawford
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
I work with adults on grief/loss, depression, anxiety, stress management, life transitions, relationship challenges, couples facing difficulty at any stage of their relationship, as well as with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma.
I offer compassionate counseling to help you find joy and lasting change. It is an honor to support you as you move toward what you value most and to engage in a more harmonious and meaningful life. We will explore and embrace your individual strengths empowering you to address challenges and reinforce your resilience. The counseling relationship and our work together is characterized by empathy, trust and respect.
I work with adults on grief/loss, depression, anxiety, stress management, life transitions, relationship challenges, couples facing difficulty at any stage of their relationship, as well as with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma.
I offer compassionate counseling to help you find joy and lasting change. It is an honor to support you as you move toward what you value most and to engage in a more harmonious and meaningful life. We will explore and embrace your individual strengths empowering you to address challenges and reinforce your resilience. The counseling relationship and our work together is characterized by empathy, trust and respect.
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Throughout our lifetime, we encounter many changes—some we embrace with open arms, while others we approach with hesitation as they impact us and stay with us throughout our lives. Perinatal mood disorders, anxiety, depression, and adjusting to life's stressful events are a few issues I can help you address with empathy and support, while providing a safe space to encourage your bravery for identifying and exploring the difficult emotions surrounding these life changes. I believe in collaboration and self-determination in fostering a therapeutic relationship. My therapeutic approach helps you determine your wants, needs, and goals.
Throughout our lifetime, we encounter many changes—some we embrace with open arms, while others we approach with hesitation as they impact us and stay with us throughout our lives. Perinatal mood disorders, anxiety, depression, and adjusting to life's stressful events are a few issues I can help you address with empathy and support, while providing a safe space to encourage your bravery for identifying and exploring the difficult emotions surrounding these life changes. I believe in collaboration and self-determination in fostering a therapeutic relationship. My therapeutic approach helps you determine your wants, needs, and goals.
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Whether you have reoccurring symptoms or are facing a difficult time in your life right now, I am here to help! I specialize in working with children(ages 3+), teens & women experiencing various symptoms related to Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Low Self-esteem, Relationship Issues, Stress, Trauma, and Women's Issues.
Whether you have reoccurring symptoms or are facing a difficult time in your life right now, I am here to help! I specialize in working with children(ages 3+), teens & women experiencing various symptoms related to Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Low Self-esteem, Relationship Issues, Stress, Trauma, and Women's Issues.
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Kristin Matas
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
Whether you are an adult, adolescent or child who has depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, substance abuse issues, anger management problems, relationship problems, grief, self-esteem concerns or other psychological and behavioral concerns, I encourage you to reach out and call to schedule an appointment.
Each person is unique with their own concerns and counseling needs. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life adjustments, relationship issues, substance use issues, or unresolved trauma, learning therapeutic strategies can help you feel better. I will tailor my approach with you based on the information you provide and my clinical assessment. We will collaborate to establish your treatment goals. I understand that counseling is a very personal experience, and it is important that you feel comfortable discussing your thoughts and feelings with me in an environment that is safe, accepting and non-judgmental.
Whether you are an adult, adolescent or child who has depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, substance abuse issues, anger management problems, relationship problems, grief, self-esteem concerns or other psychological and behavioral concerns, I encourage you to reach out and call to schedule an appointment.
Each person is unique with their own concerns and counseling needs. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life adjustments, relationship issues, substance use issues, or unresolved trauma, learning therapeutic strategies can help you feel better. I will tailor my approach with you based on the information you provide and my clinical assessment. We will collaborate to establish your treatment goals. I understand that counseling is a very personal experience, and it is important that you feel comfortable discussing your thoughts and feelings with me in an environment that is safe, accepting and non-judgmental.
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Aaliyah Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
Does this resonate with you? If so, you are at the right place, at the perfect time! I help teens, parents and young adults everyday navigate through stressors and change.
Are you struggling to navigate through life transitions or relational stressors? Are you a parent of a teen dealing with issues such as self esteem, body shaming, social anxiety and peer pressure? Are you a young adult challenged with self confidence in decision making and experiencing relationship concerns? Growing up is hard for most of us. In each phase of life, there are new responsibilities and trials to overcome, and because we’ve never done them before it can feel like defeat. You may be struggling with becoming older and the aspects that come with it and wondering how you can overcome these trials.
Does this resonate with you? If so, you are at the right place, at the perfect time! I help teens, parents and young adults everyday navigate through stressors and change.
Are you struggling to navigate through life transitions or relational stressors? Are you a parent of a teen dealing with issues such as self esteem, body shaming, social anxiety and peer pressure? Are you a young adult challenged with self confidence in decision making and experiencing relationship concerns? Growing up is hard for most of us. In each phase of life, there are new responsibilities and trials to overcome, and because we’ve never done them before it can feel like defeat. You may be struggling with becoming older and the aspects that come with it and wondering how you can overcome these trials.
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Dr. Steve R Benson
Licensed Professional Counselor, DEd Min, MAC, MDiv, LCMHC-S, LCAS
Verified Verified
Denver, NC 28037
I walk with people struggling in marriages, loss, grief, depression, boundary issues, adolescent, behavioral issues, adjustment and transition, addictions, and anxiety.
Everyone has a story. . . of joy and sorrow, love and sadness, wounds and healing. Everyone's story is sacred and waiting to be discovered. But often we struggle to read our story because of depression, anxiety, past pains, or relational difficulties. My vision is to enable people to experience God's powerful grace in order to live in true freedom, transformation and discovery. I provide a pathway for people struggling on the journey to find hope for their broken hearts, healing for their wounds, and a hiding place to wrestle with the grace of God.
I walk with people struggling in marriages, loss, grief, depression, boundary issues, adolescent, behavioral issues, adjustment and transition, addictions, and anxiety.
Everyone has a story. . . of joy and sorrow, love and sadness, wounds and healing. Everyone's story is sacred and waiting to be discovered. But often we struggle to read our story because of depression, anxiety, past pains, or relational difficulties. My vision is to enable people to experience God's powerful grace in order to live in true freedom, transformation and discovery. I provide a pathway for people struggling on the journey to find hope for their broken hearts, healing for their wounds, and a hiding place to wrestle with the grace of God.
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I would love to connect with you or your child/ teen.
Are you a parent seeking support for your child/ teen or a woman looking for support through the ups and downs of life? As a LCMHCA and a Licensed School Counselor, I specialize in working with children, teens and women. I believe all clients have stories that deserve to be heard and the potential to overcome challenges and grow as a person. My clients are met with a safe, welcoming and supportive attitude. It is my purpose as a counselor to help my clients identify and meet their personal goals in order to better themselves and to rediscover both joy and hope.
I would love to connect with you or your child/ teen.
Are you a parent seeking support for your child/ teen or a woman looking for support through the ups and downs of life? As a LCMHCA and a Licensed School Counselor, I specialize in working with children, teens and women. I believe all clients have stories that deserve to be heard and the potential to overcome challenges and grow as a person. My clients are met with a safe, welcoming and supportive attitude. It is my purpose as a counselor to help my clients identify and meet their personal goals in order to better themselves and to rediscover both joy and hope.
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I specialize in therapy for depression, anxiety, couples and family counseling, parenting support, work and career issues, grief counseling, premarital therapy, child and adolescent counseling.
I have been in the mental health field for over 15 years providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I believe that all people have a desire to improve their life. Through my counseling services, clients are provided tools to empower and understand themselves, as well as, improve their relationship with others. When clients are provided empathetic listening, and effective interpersonal skills to deal with anger, stress and communicate more effectively, success is a given and a healthier person arises. Allow me to take this powerful journey with you!
I specialize in therapy for depression, anxiety, couples and family counseling, parenting support, work and career issues, grief counseling, premarital therapy, child and adolescent counseling.
I have been in the mental health field for over 15 years providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I believe that all people have a desire to improve their life. Through my counseling services, clients are provided tools to empower and understand themselves, as well as, improve their relationship with others. When clients are provided empathetic listening, and effective interpersonal skills to deal with anger, stress and communicate more effectively, success is a given and a healthier person arises. Allow me to take this powerful journey with you!
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Stephanie English
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, NC 28037
When life and relationships create unsettling challenges, people tend to rely on unhealthy, learned emotional reactions and thought patterns. By creating a safe, non-judgmental environment in therapy, I can help you identify these destructive emotions and thought processes, while consciously redirecting them into a mindfully positive, rational perspective to decrease emotional distress, reduce life and family conflicts, and stressors.
When life and relationships create unsettling challenges, people tend to rely on unhealthy, learned emotional reactions and thought patterns. By creating a safe, non-judgmental environment in therapy, I can help you identify these destructive emotions and thought processes, while consciously redirecting them into a mindfully positive, rational perspective to decrease emotional distress, reduce life and family conflicts, and stressors.
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Elizabeth Vaughan
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Catawba, NC 28609
Elizabeth Vaughan holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish from Messiah College. Once her three children were grown, she furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Elizabeth is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who enjoys working with children, young adults and women and has previous work experience as a high school Spanish Teacher and a Homeschooling mom as well as 20 years of combined experience as a Children's Ministry Leader and Youth Pastor.
Elizabeth Vaughan holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish from Messiah College. Once her three children were grown, she furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Elizabeth is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who enjoys working with children, young adults and women and has previous work experience as a high school Spanish Teacher and a Homeschooling mom as well as 20 years of combined experience as a Children's Ministry Leader and Youth Pastor.
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Clifford Wilson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Catawba, NC 28609
Clifford Wilson, LMHC Clifford Wilson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 1998. He has a Master's Degree in Counseling Education. Clifford's personal philosophy is eclectic in nature. He incorporates different theoretical approaches in helping the client depending on age and problems of the client. One of the theories he uses is Solution-Focus Therapy, a cognitive approach which address how we think. Clifford believes we can focus too much time and energy on the problem itself versus on finding solution(s). Another theory he might use is Person-Centered Therapy.
Clifford Wilson, LMHC Clifford Wilson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 1998. He has a Master's Degree in Counseling Education. Clifford's personal philosophy is eclectic in nature. He incorporates different theoretical approaches in helping the client depending on age and problems of the client. One of the theories he uses is Solution-Focus Therapy, a cognitive approach which address how we think. Clifford believes we can focus too much time and energy on the problem itself versus on finding solution(s). Another theory he might use is Person-Centered Therapy.
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Josh Gardner
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, self-understanding, and communication. While I generally focus on older teens, young adults, and couples, I also work with those older or younger down to age 12. Often clients aren't sure what their goals are or aren't sure how to begin. I create a safe and supportive space to speak freely so that self understanding can can grow and anxiety can diminish.
I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, self-understanding, and communication. While I generally focus on older teens, young adults, and couples, I also work with those older or younger down to age 12. Often clients aren't sure what their goals are or aren't sure how to begin. I create a safe and supportive space to speak freely so that self understanding can can grow and anxiety can diminish.
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I work with adolescents, teens and adults that are having challenges with alcohol/substance abuse, anxiety, depression, separation/divorce, trauma and abuse, loss and grief, issues of sexuality, parenting, ADHD and focus challenges.
Hello and welcome! I understand how difficult it is to ask for help. My goal is to create a safe space for you to be you- to just be human. Whether you are dealing with the shame of substance use issues, sexual identity concerns, or childhood traumas, I offer space for you to be vulnerable. What I do not provide is judgment. I offer acceptance. I believe we all heal through connection. I am here to support you through your individual journey- whatever that looks like. We can lay the burdens down together. You are not alone.
I work with adolescents, teens and adults that are having challenges with alcohol/substance abuse, anxiety, depression, separation/divorce, trauma and abuse, loss and grief, issues of sexuality, parenting, ADHD and focus challenges.
Hello and welcome! I understand how difficult it is to ask for help. My goal is to create a safe space for you to be you- to just be human. Whether you are dealing with the shame of substance use issues, sexual identity concerns, or childhood traumas, I offer space for you to be vulnerable. What I do not provide is judgment. I offer acceptance. I believe we all heal through connection. I am here to support you through your individual journey- whatever that looks like. We can lay the burdens down together. You are not alone.
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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.