Therapists for Teens in Ithaca, NY
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Celeste Froehlich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850
We see adults, children, adolescents, and family and focus on anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hi, we have openings, and welcome adult, child, and adolescent clients of all races, cultures, LGBTQ, etc. Are you struggling with work, relationships, or past trauma? We offer a safe, nonjudgemental, compassionate atmosphere. We use somatic and deeply relational modalities. Therapy sessions shouldn't be just talking about feelings, but instead having a new experience, so you leave each session feeling different, better. Together, we forge new pathways for lasting healing. While my caseload is often full, I have clinicians available to see you with extensive training in our shared approach, AEDP, under my close, expert supervision.
We see adults, children, adolescents, and family and focus on anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hi, we have openings, and welcome adult, child, and adolescent clients of all races, cultures, LGBTQ, etc. Are you struggling with work, relationships, or past trauma? We offer a safe, nonjudgemental, compassionate atmosphere. We use somatic and deeply relational modalities. Therapy sessions shouldn't be just talking about feelings, but instead having a new experience, so you leave each session feeling different, better. Together, we forge new pathways for lasting healing. While my caseload is often full, I have clinicians available to see you with extensive training in our shared approach, AEDP, under my close, expert supervision.
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I administer individual and couple’s psychotherapy for adult and adolescent populations struggling with mental health issues, as well as provide psychological testing for adult and adolescent populations.
My ideal client is a client that is motivated for change, and willing to be vulnerable, open, and honest. They are willing to put in the work and trust in the therapy process. It is my goal to assist the client in any way that I can and meet their needs in order to help them achieve their goals, gain a better balanced self, and improve their overall mental health.
I administer individual and couple’s psychotherapy for adult and adolescent populations struggling with mental health issues, as well as provide psychological testing for adult and adolescent populations.
My ideal client is a client that is motivated for change, and willing to be vulnerable, open, and honest. They are willing to put in the work and trust in the therapy process. It is my goal to assist the client in any way that I can and meet their needs in order to help them achieve their goals, gain a better balanced self, and improve their overall mental health.
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I also have a great deal of experience in child and adolescent treatment of learning related, attention and impulsivity problems as well as social-emotional issues.
I am a licensed psychologist who has practices in New York State both upstate and in the metropolitan New York area for many years and in Rhode Island for some time. I also have graduate degrees in the field of education and have been a teacher prior to my years as a therapist. My practice includes expertise in a wide variety of areas and ages including adults and have a special interest in marital work and couples sessions.
I also have a great deal of experience in child and adolescent treatment of learning related, attention and impulsivity problems as well as social-emotional issues.
I am a licensed psychologist who has practices in New York State both upstate and in the metropolitan New York area for many years and in Rhode Island for some time. I also have graduate degrees in the field of education and have been a teacher prior to my years as a therapist. My practice includes expertise in a wide variety of areas and ages including adults and have a special interest in marital work and couples sessions.
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EMDResilience
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850 (Online Only)
Whether you’re a teen, adult, or a senior wise person, seeking weekly sessions or a an EMDR intensive, our work will be designed to address your goals and the time that you have.
Life, at any age, can sometimes feel like too much. Anxiety, pain, loss-it’s all a part of being human. You need support when your usual networks fall short. We all yearn for someone who “gets” us, without judgment and with joy.
Whether you’re a teen, adult, or a senior wise person, seeking weekly sessions or a an EMDR intensive, our work will be designed to address your goals and the time that you have.
Life, at any age, can sometimes feel like too much. Anxiety, pain, loss-it’s all a part of being human. You need support when your usual networks fall short. We all yearn for someone who “gets” us, without judgment and with joy.
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I am a licensed psychologist, specializing in child, adolescent, and family services. I enjoy working with youth of all ages and have expertise with difficult behaviors of early childhood (e.g., tantrums, aggression, defiance, sleeping difficulties, school refusal) and treatment of anxiety, OCD, and ADHD.
I am a licensed psychologist, specializing in child, adolescent, and family services. I enjoy working with youth of all ages and have expertise with difficult behaviors of early childhood (e.g., tantrums, aggression, defiance, sleeping difficulties, school refusal) and treatment of anxiety, OCD, and ADHD.
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I work with individuals from pre- teen to adults regarding difficulties of anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity, fertility, parenting and motherhood.
Whether during various life transitions or through personal growth, it is my hope to offer a compassionate space for dialogue, non-judgmental understanding and encouragement towards self-awareness and empowerment.
I work with individuals from pre- teen to adults regarding difficulties of anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity, fertility, parenting and motherhood.
Whether during various life transitions or through personal growth, it is my hope to offer a compassionate space for dialogue, non-judgmental understanding and encouragement towards self-awareness and empowerment.
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Serenity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850
Special interests include child & adolescent counseling, changing families, trauma, grief counseling, caregivers support, life stresses & transitions, first responders support, and therapy for anxiety & depression.
Life can be tricky sometimes leaving us feeling stuck, alone, and confused. Taking the first step toward change can seem overwhelming and scary. I appreciate the strength it takes to even consider the possibility of making a change. I provide counseling support to individuals with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. As a therapist, I offer a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment with an individualized approach to each client to promote personal growth. I encourage recognition and development of inner strengths and self-compassion to facilitate the process of change as well as resolve challenging issues.
Special interests include child & adolescent counseling, changing families, trauma, grief counseling, caregivers support, life stresses & transitions, first responders support, and therapy for anxiety & depression.
Life can be tricky sometimes leaving us feeling stuck, alone, and confused. Taking the first step toward change can seem overwhelming and scary. I appreciate the strength it takes to even consider the possibility of making a change. I provide counseling support to individuals with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. As a therapist, I offer a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment with an individualized approach to each client to promote personal growth. I encourage recognition and development of inner strengths and self-compassion to facilitate the process of change as well as resolve challenging issues.
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Georgia Wimberly: Empowerment Counseling For Teen Girls
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850 (Online Only)
With over 20 years of experience working with teens, I understand that being a girl today comes with overwhelming expectations and stress whether it is school issues and peer relationships, coping with intense emotions, dating/relationships issues, low self-esteem, social media, or struggling with anxiety.
I specialize in empowering teen girls as they journey through adolescence and enter young adulthood. I help girls develop the tools they need to have strong peer and family relationships, make healthy choices, build confidence/self-esteem, and Be Happy! My approach is proactive and preventive because adolescence is a time for learning and personal growth. My style is relaxed, friendly, and down-to-earth. From the moment your teen meets me, she will feel respected, accepted, and understood. Our work together will focus on skill and confidence building, NOT labels and stigma.
With over 20 years of experience working with teens, I understand that being a girl today comes with overwhelming expectations and stress whether it is school issues and peer relationships, coping with intense emotions, dating/relationships issues, low self-esteem, social media, or struggling with anxiety.
I specialize in empowering teen girls as they journey through adolescence and enter young adulthood. I help girls develop the tools they need to have strong peer and family relationships, make healthy choices, build confidence/self-esteem, and Be Happy! My approach is proactive and preventive because adolescence is a time for learning and personal growth. My style is relaxed, friendly, and down-to-earth. From the moment your teen meets me, she will feel respected, accepted, and understood. Our work together will focus on skill and confidence building, NOT labels and stigma.
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Alexandra Majors
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life is rarely easy. But, you don’t need to walk it alone. I assist children, adolescents, and young adults in navigating life transitions and stressors. Or parents, simply looking to understand their teenager better. I work with those diagnosed with Anxiety, PTSD, Depression, OCD, and ADHD.
Life is rarely easy. But, you don’t need to walk it alone. I assist children, adolescents, and young adults in navigating life transitions and stressors. Or parents, simply looking to understand their teenager better. I work with those diagnosed with Anxiety, PTSD, Depression, OCD, and ADHD.
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*I am not able to accept new clients at this time for individual treatment. However, I am accepting people for group therapy. * I enjoy building relationships that facilitate the healing process - moving from just coping everyday to overcoming barriers in relationships, work, school and overall well-being through connection. I have experience working with adults and adolescents with persistent anxiety, depression and difficulty in attachment, often this is due to trauma. Additionally, I enjoy working with adolescents and their families to create relationships that work for all family members.
*I am not able to accept new clients at this time for individual treatment. However, I am accepting people for group therapy. * I enjoy building relationships that facilitate the healing process - moving from just coping everyday to overcoming barriers in relationships, work, school and overall well-being through connection. I have experience working with adults and adolescents with persistent anxiety, depression and difficulty in attachment, often this is due to trauma. Additionally, I enjoy working with adolescents and their families to create relationships that work for all family members.
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Carrie G Ernhout
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT, LMHC, RYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dr. Carrie Ernhout is a psychologist, a licensed marriage and family therapist, a licensed mental health counselor, and a registered yoga teacher. She has considerable clinical experience across multiple settings and enjoys working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Carrie tailors her approach to each client based on their needs, goals, and unique strengths. Practicing primarily from a psychodynamic framework, she may draw from various therapeutic interventions based on your particular needs.
Dr. Carrie Ernhout is a psychologist, a licensed marriage and family therapist, a licensed mental health counselor, and a registered yoga teacher. She has considerable clinical experience across multiple settings and enjoys working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Carrie tailors her approach to each client based on their needs, goals, and unique strengths. Practicing primarily from a psychodynamic framework, she may draw from various therapeutic interventions based on your particular needs.
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Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14851 (Online Only)
My practice is focused on helping you from the moment you realize that the ways you have been getting by seem to be causing more distress than relief. You may be noticing imbalance in your relationships, that you are putting off life changes and goals until you feel "good enough", or you might have a lot of fear of things feeling chaotic or not in control. While I address a broad range of concerns, a lot of the people I work with are struggling in particular with patterns around food, dieting, and body image that have left them feeling exhausted, defeated, and out of control.
My practice is focused on helping you from the moment you realize that the ways you have been getting by seem to be causing more distress than relief. You may be noticing imbalance in your relationships, that you are putting off life changes and goals until you feel "good enough", or you might have a lot of fear of things feeling chaotic or not in control. While I address a broad range of concerns, a lot of the people I work with are struggling in particular with patterns around food, dieting, and body image that have left them feeling exhausted, defeated, and out of control.
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Challenges and occasional catastrophes are inevitable, and serve to strengthen our confidence in the long run. If our fear and negativity are running the show, however, we get stuck. Let's pick apart the patterns that do not serve and re-author a peaceful, vibrant future. Using a combination of psychotherapy and coaching allows us to uncover destructive patterns, heal, and then move forward in a positive, purposeful direction. What are the painful ideas, feelings and memories that fuel your reactions?
Challenges and occasional catastrophes are inevitable, and serve to strengthen our confidence in the long run. If our fear and negativity are running the show, however, we get stuck. Let's pick apart the patterns that do not serve and re-author a peaceful, vibrant future. Using a combination of psychotherapy and coaching allows us to uncover destructive patterns, heal, and then move forward in a positive, purposeful direction. What are the painful ideas, feelings and memories that fuel your reactions?
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Clearwater Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ithaca, NY 14850 (Online Only)
Therapy can be a wonderful space to put yourself first! It’s a space where you can finally process some difficult things you may be going through or have gone through in life. A chance to become vulnerable with yourself to lead a fuller, happier life. I’m a compassionate, trauma-informed, culturally humble therapist here to empower and provide a safe space for you as you begin your therapeutic journey. As you allow yourself to be vulnerable, I want to provide support by helping you see your own resilience, strength, and courage. I’m here to listen as you process those difficult things.
Therapy can be a wonderful space to put yourself first! It’s a space where you can finally process some difficult things you may be going through or have gone through in life. A chance to become vulnerable with yourself to lead a fuller, happier life. I’m a compassionate, trauma-informed, culturally humble therapist here to empower and provide a safe space for you as you begin your therapeutic journey. As you allow yourself to be vulnerable, I want to provide support by helping you see your own resilience, strength, and courage. I’m here to listen as you process those difficult things.
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I am currently not accepting new patients until 2024. Experiencing a loss of sexual desire? Arguing about frequency of sex? Worried about performance issues? Healing from sexual trauma or infidelity? Want to better understand your sexuality? I specialize in working with individuals, couples and multi-partnered relationships as they explore concerns related to sex, intimacy and gender identity. Using a combination of proven methods in sex therapy and relationship/family therapies, I help people heal and experience a satisfying sex life so they can live a more connected and thriving life.
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I work with individuals ages 15-105 handling any of the following: anxiety, depression, life-transitions, family relationships, overwhelm as well as issues associated with achievement and purpose.
I work with individuals ages 15-105 handling any of the following: anxiety, depression, life-transitions, family relationships, overwhelm as well as issues associated with achievement and purpose.
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Nothing is more important than your Self-Worth."
"I'm a psychotherapist who specializes in couples counseling, interpersonal relationships, child/parenting issues, and Internet addiction. My goal is to help my clients create confidence in themselves, satisfying relationships, and a sense of contentment that permeates their lives."
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Nothing is more important than your Self-Worth."
"I'm a psychotherapist who specializes in couples counseling, interpersonal relationships, child/parenting issues, and Internet addiction. My goal is to help my clients create confidence in themselves, satisfying relationships, and a sense of contentment that permeates their lives."
www.counselor-ithaca-ny.com
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Kristen M Haddad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850 (Online Only)
My primary therapeutic focus is to help teenagers and adults to develop a stronger sense of self and to develop the coping skills they will need to address issues of anxiety, self esteem and self worth. I use a non-judgmental, trauma informed and holistic approach to help clients develop their ability to self soothe, including using body/movement and grounding techniques. I focus on both personal autonomy and understanding ourselves in relationships, with the goal of moving out of stuck feelings and thoughts to embody a more curious stance of your experiences and the world around you.
My primary therapeutic focus is to help teenagers and adults to develop a stronger sense of self and to develop the coping skills they will need to address issues of anxiety, self esteem and self worth. I use a non-judgmental, trauma informed and holistic approach to help clients develop their ability to self soothe, including using body/movement and grounding techniques. I focus on both personal autonomy and understanding ourselves in relationships, with the goal of moving out of stuck feelings and thoughts to embody a more curious stance of your experiences and the world around you.
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I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Insight Oriented Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. This allows us to have a balance between talk therapy and practical tools to improve your life. I have several open slots for couples and individuals.
I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Insight Oriented Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. This allows us to have a balance between talk therapy and practical tools to improve your life. I have several open slots for couples and individuals.
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MindWell provides culturally informed, evidence-based, outpatient mental healthcare. MindWell’s compassionate, culturally informed therapists use research based care to address the mental health concerns of children, youth, couples and adults. We work with a range of concerns and identities, including ADHD, anxiety, autism, behavior issues, bipolar disorder, depression, eating disorders, gender identity, grief, life transitions, OCD, parenting, substance use, and trauma.
MindWell provides culturally informed, evidence-based, outpatient mental healthcare. MindWell’s compassionate, culturally informed therapists use research based care to address the mental health concerns of children, youth, couples and adults. We work with a range of concerns and identities, including ADHD, anxiety, autism, behavior issues, bipolar disorder, depression, eating disorders, gender identity, grief, life transitions, OCD, parenting, substance use, and trauma.
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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.