Therapists for Teens in Hillsboro, OR
Has your beloved child or teen been going through a difficult period of time? Perhaps they have begun to withdraw, worry, or struggle with something internally. It is very difficult to watch our loved ones experience these heavy feelings. Thankfully, your outstanding parent-intuition has led you to search for help.
Has your beloved child or teen been going through a difficult period of time? Perhaps they have begun to withdraw, worry, or struggle with something internally. It is very difficult to watch our loved ones experience these heavy feelings. Thankfully, your outstanding parent-intuition has led you to search for help.
I have worked with adolescents and young adults for over 15 years in a variety of capacities and specialize in adolescent development and treatment and the challenges that arise in the transitional years of young adulthood.
With recent changes in our world and communities, adolescents and young adults are bombarded with stress and insecurity leading to mental health challenges. Anxiety, depression, and loneliness can lead to increased isolation, conflicts in parent/child relationships, suicidal thoughts and feelings of hopelessness. They may need a life line, a map to find their way.
I have worked with adolescents and young adults for over 15 years in a variety of capacities and specialize in adolescent development and treatment and the challenges that arise in the transitional years of young adulthood.
With recent changes in our world and communities, adolescents and young adults are bombarded with stress and insecurity leading to mental health challenges. Anxiety, depression, and loneliness can lead to increased isolation, conflicts in parent/child relationships, suicidal thoughts and feelings of hopelessness. They may need a life line, a map to find their way.
Nadine Wander-Agency Accepting New Patients!
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97123
I have a special passion for working with young children, tweens, adolescents, and young adults facing behavioral challenges, life transitions, academic concerns, anxiety, depression, familial conflict, and grief.
My mission is to help bridge the gap between where you and your child are and where you want to be. I am a passionate child and adolescent therapist with a sense of play and humor. I bring unconditional compassion and empathy as I believe it can be a meaningful mode of healing and expression. Everyone deserves someone who can offer a non-judgemental and supportive space, and finding the right therapist for your child/ teen can be a big step. I am a multicultural and bi-racial clinician and my goal is to provide culturally competent therapy and create the safest space for you and your children to share your story with me.
I have a special passion for working with young children, tweens, adolescents, and young adults facing behavioral challenges, life transitions, academic concerns, anxiety, depression, familial conflict, and grief.
My mission is to help bridge the gap between where you and your child are and where you want to be. I am a passionate child and adolescent therapist with a sense of play and humor. I bring unconditional compassion and empathy as I believe it can be a meaningful mode of healing and expression. Everyone deserves someone who can offer a non-judgemental and supportive space, and finding the right therapist for your child/ teen can be a big step. I am a multicultural and bi-racial clinician and my goal is to provide culturally competent therapy and create the safest space for you and your children to share your story with me.
Janeen is well versed in providing support to youth and adolescents who are system involved (Ex: DHS, Juvenile Justice), youth and adolescent sex trafficking survivors, gang impacted youth, and BIPOC trauma healing. Janeen is a veteran of the United States Navy. When spending time outside of her work responsibilities she loves basking in nature. She loves hunting, camping, hiking, and anything else that requires going outside to play. When Janeen is not outside enjoying nature, she can appreciate curling up to a good book and painting. Fun fact: she played college rugby
Janeen is well versed in providing support to youth and adolescents who are system involved (Ex: DHS, Juvenile Justice), youth and adolescent sex trafficking survivors, gang impacted youth, and BIPOC trauma healing. Janeen is a veteran of the United States Navy. When spending time outside of her work responsibilities she loves basking in nature. She loves hunting, camping, hiking, and anything else that requires going outside to play. When Janeen is not outside enjoying nature, she can appreciate curling up to a good book and painting. Fun fact: she played college rugby
We can work together in a non-judgmental, compassionate environment, to navigate transitions such as divorce, raising children, teen anxiety, empty nesting, retirement, and loss.
Life is hard, but there are strategies and tools you can learn to help you overcome challenges and move towards happiness. The way to start creating a joyful life begins by understanding what the problem is and what actions you can take to create change. I love helping individuals, couples, and families learn to recognize unhealthy patterns, remove stumbling blocks and start creating a meaningful and fulfilling life.
We can work together in a non-judgmental, compassionate environment, to navigate transitions such as divorce, raising children, teen anxiety, empty nesting, retirement, and loss.
Life is hard, but there are strategies and tools you can learn to help you overcome challenges and move towards happiness. The way to start creating a joyful life begins by understanding what the problem is and what actions you can take to create change. I love helping individuals, couples, and families learn to recognize unhealthy patterns, remove stumbling blocks and start creating a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Brooke Lavarias
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions or adjustments? Maybe you are struggling as a parent or have a child with behavioral concerns? Do you have a teenager who could benefit from developing healthy communication, building self-esteem, and addressing the unique challenges of adolescence. No matter your struggle, we'll work collaboratively to explore strengths, address challenges, and create a roadmap to a more fulfilling life. You are not alone on this beautiful yet sometimes challenging journey. Taking the vulnerable step to find support can come with relief, self-awareness, healing, and growth.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions or adjustments? Maybe you are struggling as a parent or have a child with behavioral concerns? Do you have a teenager who could benefit from developing healthy communication, building self-esteem, and addressing the unique challenges of adolescence. No matter your struggle, we'll work collaboratively to explore strengths, address challenges, and create a roadmap to a more fulfilling life. You are not alone on this beautiful yet sometimes challenging journey. Taking the vulnerable step to find support can come with relief, self-awareness, healing, and growth.
Jasmine Arrusamy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97006
I have extensive experience working with high-risk children and teens experiencing a diverse range of emotional and behavioral problems at home and school, and symptoms resulting from disrupted attachment.
With my client-centered focus, I work hard to build a therapeutic relationship that creates a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental space for clients to present themselves to their fullest potential. My priority is to guide and support each client in their journey to develop their sense of self-love, confidence, and peace of mind and body. Some of the issues I work with are parenting support, parent-child relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues at home/school, emotional dysregulation/outbursts, coping skills, life transitions, stress, teen violence and trauma.
I have extensive experience working with high-risk children and teens experiencing a diverse range of emotional and behavioral problems at home and school, and symptoms resulting from disrupted attachment.
With my client-centered focus, I work hard to build a therapeutic relationship that creates a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental space for clients to present themselves to their fullest potential. My priority is to guide and support each client in their journey to develop their sense of self-love, confidence, and peace of mind and body. Some of the issues I work with are parenting support, parent-child relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues at home/school, emotional dysregulation/outbursts, coping skills, life transitions, stress, teen violence and trauma.
Becca Harrison
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Online Only)
I hold post-graduate certifications in Traumatology (including trainings in psychological first aid, grief and loss, child and adolescent trauma, assessment and treatment of PTSD, etc.
Everyone has the capacity for change, and timing is everything when approaching healing and readiness. If you're ready to show up, I am ready to walk alongside you and hold therapeutic space for this work. I utilize an eclectic approach with a strong reliance on acceptance-commitment therapy techniques, trauma-informed care, emotionally focused therapy techniques, and other evidence-based approaches.
I hold post-graduate certifications in Traumatology (including trainings in psychological first aid, grief and loss, child and adolescent trauma, assessment and treatment of PTSD, etc.
Everyone has the capacity for change, and timing is everything when approaching healing and readiness. If you're ready to show up, I am ready to walk alongside you and hold therapeutic space for this work. I utilize an eclectic approach with a strong reliance on acceptance-commitment therapy techniques, trauma-informed care, emotionally focused therapy techniques, and other evidence-based approaches.
Susan Driver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Making the decision to seek professional help takes courage when feeling overwhelmed and sometimes hopeless that nothing will change. I believe therapy works and can help make that change easier and quicker than you might think. I work with individuals, families and children with compassion, persistence and skills to identify these changes and create a plan that is designed for you. My clients are families that may be facing a difficult transition or grief, a child or teen anxious, withdrawn, angry or out of control. Parents that are exhausted, feeling overwhelmed, and fearful of what is happening to their child.
Making the decision to seek professional help takes courage when feeling overwhelmed and sometimes hopeless that nothing will change. I believe therapy works and can help make that change easier and quicker than you might think. I work with individuals, families and children with compassion, persistence and skills to identify these changes and create a plan that is designed for you. My clients are families that may be facing a difficult transition or grief, a child or teen anxious, withdrawn, angry or out of control. Parents that are exhausted, feeling overwhelmed, and fearful of what is happening to their child.
Sahara Bunna-Agency Accepting New Patients!
LPC Intern, LPC-A, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Online Only)
I am a dedicated therapist committed to providing a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore challenges and achieve growth. My approach is empathetic and collaborative, focused on empowering individuals to understand their experiences, develop healthy coping strategies, and reach their full potential.
I am a dedicated therapist committed to providing a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore challenges and achieve growth. My approach is empathetic and collaborative, focused on empowering individuals to understand their experiences, develop healthy coping strategies, and reach their full potential.
Lynn has extensive experience with diverse populations, serving clients with psychological, medical, and psychosocial challenges. She utilizes many modalities including but not limited to CBT, DBT, MI, CPT, and has experience with individual, couples, families, and groups. Lynn’s specialty areas include grief and bereavement, Transgender care, HIV, and terminal care. Outside of work, Lynn enjoys reading, plants, and rescuing kittens and cats.
Lynn has extensive experience with diverse populations, serving clients with psychological, medical, and psychosocial challenges. She utilizes many modalities including but not limited to CBT, DBT, MI, CPT, and has experience with individual, couples, families, and groups. Lynn’s specialty areas include grief and bereavement, Transgender care, HIV, and terminal care. Outside of work, Lynn enjoys reading, plants, and rescuing kittens and cats.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, Eed, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
Alex Wolfe-Agency Accepting New Patients!
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSWA
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Hello, my name is Alex. I encourage you to take that first step in reaching out. I am here to walk with you through the good times and the bad. Life can be difficult, and knowing I will never judge you or condem you. I am here to uphold you and encourage you. You are important to me. I encourage you to reach out so I can walk with you during this time in your life.
Hello, my name is Alex. I encourage you to take that first step in reaching out. I am here to walk with you through the good times and the bad. Life can be difficult, and knowing I will never judge you or condem you. I am here to uphold you and encourage you. You are important to me. I encourage you to reach out so I can walk with you during this time in your life.
Jessi received her Masters in Counseling from Missouri State University in 2007 and a license as a Professional School Counselor from Portland State University in 2013. Jessi has worked in the school setting for the last 5 years. Her clinical supervisor is Sharon Hatrak, LPC. Jessi aims to provide a holistic view in a safe, confidential, and creative space. She is clientcentered and incorporates expressive arts and cognitive behavioral techniques. Goals are set collaboratively and the method for reaching them is unique to each individual.
Jessi received her Masters in Counseling from Missouri State University in 2007 and a license as a Professional School Counselor from Portland State University in 2013. Jessi has worked in the school setting for the last 5 years. Her clinical supervisor is Sharon Hatrak, LPC. Jessi aims to provide a holistic view in a safe, confidential, and creative space. She is clientcentered and incorporates expressive arts and cognitive behavioral techniques. Goals are set collaboratively and the method for reaching them is unique to each individual.
Deciding to go to therapy is a brave and vulnerable decision. My goal is to provide a safe collaborative space to provide you with support. I believe that our need to belong and have healthy relationships is fundamental to the human experience. Oftentimes we do not feel seen or valued for who we are or what we have gone through. My goal is to guide people to explore their authentic selves. Through a safe and transparent therapeutic relationship, we can unpack personal experiences and understand how they shape the present.
Deciding to go to therapy is a brave and vulnerable decision. My goal is to provide a safe collaborative space to provide you with support. I believe that our need to belong and have healthy relationships is fundamental to the human experience. Oftentimes we do not feel seen or valued for who we are or what we have gone through. My goal is to guide people to explore their authentic selves. Through a safe and transparent therapeutic relationship, we can unpack personal experiences and understand how they shape the present.
Kiersten Lindahl
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Online Only)
I work with teens, individuals and relationships on a range of presenting concerns.
When there is a feeling of disconnect between yourself and the world or with those in your life, it can be lonely and confusing. We alI feel stuck in our life at times around repeating old patterns, managing painful emotions or having critical thoughts of self and others. Maybe you are experiencing depression, life transitions or anxious thoughts. I aim to help clients explore what is causing them distress and identify new ways to overcome those obstacles. If you find yourself engaging in similar patterns and struggling to find effective ways to cope with anxiety or daily stressors, therapy may be a courageous first step to relief.
I work with teens, individuals and relationships on a range of presenting concerns.
When there is a feeling of disconnect between yourself and the world or with those in your life, it can be lonely and confusing. We alI feel stuck in our life at times around repeating old patterns, managing painful emotions or having critical thoughts of self and others. Maybe you are experiencing depression, life transitions or anxious thoughts. I aim to help clients explore what is causing them distress and identify new ways to overcome those obstacles. If you find yourself engaging in similar patterns and struggling to find effective ways to cope with anxiety or daily stressors, therapy may be a courageous first step to relief.
Dr. Michelle M. Pliske
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124
I work with individuals and families across the lifespan both in person and via telehealth formats. My specialty areas include child development, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss and chronic medial issues. I have a play therapy room designed for expressive therapies and family systems work. I am certified in trauma, EMDR for children and adults and am faculty at the institute teaching in trauma informed care, play therapy, clinical supervision and animal assisted human health. My work involves complex divorce and family therapy needs. I provide clinical supervision for professionals seeking licensing or play therapy certification.
I work with individuals and families across the lifespan both in person and via telehealth formats. My specialty areas include child development, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss and chronic medial issues. I have a play therapy room designed for expressive therapies and family systems work. I am certified in trauma, EMDR for children and adults and am faculty at the institute teaching in trauma informed care, play therapy, clinical supervision and animal assisted human health. My work involves complex divorce and family therapy needs. I provide clinical supervision for professionals seeking licensing or play therapy certification.
Hello! I am so glad you stopped by. I believe that we all long to be seen, heard, and known. I believe every human shares the core desires to be known and to belong. I also believe that there are painful experiences in life that can distort our view of ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. I sit with each client as the individual that they are and counsel through a process of exploring how our past is interfering with our present and hope to help you find hope and healing as you grow into the healthiest version of yourself.
Hello! I am so glad you stopped by. I believe that we all long to be seen, heard, and known. I believe every human shares the core desires to be known and to belong. I also believe that there are painful experiences in life that can distort our view of ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. I sit with each client as the individual that they are and counsel through a process of exploring how our past is interfering with our present and hope to help you find hope and healing as you grow into the healthiest version of yourself.
Core Values Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Anxiety, depression, addiction, family struggles, and strife can be so difficult and draining. Finding the right person or team to help can seem daunting as well. We at Core Values Counseling want to face these struggles with you. It can be scary placing your heart, mind, and soul into the care of a therapist. In order to do so, you should have a strong connection and believe your therapist or therapeutic team can take you to a better place, individually, as a couple or as a family. Your core values are an essential part of who you are and what will bring you to a place of healing and health. Let us help you uncover your strength.
Anxiety, depression, addiction, family struggles, and strife can be so difficult and draining. Finding the right person or team to help can seem daunting as well. We at Core Values Counseling want to face these struggles with you. It can be scary placing your heart, mind, and soul into the care of a therapist. In order to do so, you should have a strong connection and believe your therapist or therapeutic team can take you to a better place, individually, as a couple or as a family. Your core values are an essential part of who you are and what will bring you to a place of healing and health. Let us help you uncover your strength.
Brandalyn Sprinkle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RPT™
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124
I work with clients across the lifespan and provide parent consultations when working with children/ adolescents. I provide support for anxiety, behavioral challenges, depression, family conflict, grief and loss, life transitions, peer relationships, school issues, and trauma. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for any work we will do together. When you feel safe within the therapeutic relationship, that is when real healing or progress can occur. I work with individuals and family systems from a relational-cultural perspective and with a trauma-informed lens.
I work with clients across the lifespan and provide parent consultations when working with children/ adolescents. I provide support for anxiety, behavioral challenges, depression, family conflict, grief and loss, life transitions, peer relationships, school issues, and trauma. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for any work we will do together. When you feel safe within the therapeutic relationship, that is when real healing or progress can occur. I work with individuals and family systems from a relational-cultural perspective and with a trauma-informed lens.
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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.