Therapists for Teens in Tigard, OR
Alexandra 'lexi' Walker
Professional Counselor Associate , MA, CRC
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97224 (Online Only)
Currently accepting clients aged 14+ and families. Often times, teens have a hard time expressing themselves and processing their stress, leading to eating disorders, substance use, and other behavioral issues. Whether your teen needs new coping skills, or your family is looking for wrap around support, I believe families are the key to healing. Individual and family therapy can provide space to improve communication, repair wounds, and build the skills needed to support teens through crisis.
Currently accepting clients aged 14+ and families. Often times, teens have a hard time expressing themselves and processing their stress, leading to eating disorders, substance use, and other behavioral issues. Whether your teen needs new coping skills, or your family is looking for wrap around support, I believe families are the key to healing. Individual and family therapy can provide space to improve communication, repair wounds, and build the skills needed to support teens through crisis.
I am a teen or adolescent counselor.
Excited. Persistent. Results oriented and good sense of humor. That's me! You’re not alone when you say, “I really don’t want to get out of bed today, just a little while longer,” as you pull the covers over your head. Today feels gray, you feel overwhelmed, even numb and the nagging “duties” of the day pull at your attention, one after another. You want to scream and hide under a rock to make it all go away for a minute, but you open your eyes to see the list of “should’s” just get longer. And worse yet, you feel alone in all of it.
I am a teen or adolescent counselor.
Excited. Persistent. Results oriented and good sense of humor. That's me! You’re not alone when you say, “I really don’t want to get out of bed today, just a little while longer,” as you pull the covers over your head. Today feels gray, you feel overwhelmed, even numb and the nagging “duties” of the day pull at your attention, one after another. You want to scream and hide under a rock to make it all go away for a minute, but you open your eyes to see the list of “should’s” just get longer. And worse yet, you feel alone in all of it.
I have had the opportunity to work primarily with children, teens, college students, and women through the struggles of life, while also navigating difficult feelings rooted in childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, and difficult relationships.
Do you ever feel stuck and confused in trying to understand why you or your child behave a certain way? Childhood trauma, difficult life experiences, relationships, thoughts, and feelings can impact an individual so deeply and can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, and doubt. Everyone has their own unique story to tell and I am here to provide a safe space where children, teens, and individuals can process this unique story and walk into a space where understanding meets transformation. In this, my goal as a counselor is to help build healthy connections that foster well-being, change, and growth!
I have had the opportunity to work primarily with children, teens, college students, and women through the struggles of life, while also navigating difficult feelings rooted in childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, and difficult relationships.
Do you ever feel stuck and confused in trying to understand why you or your child behave a certain way? Childhood trauma, difficult life experiences, relationships, thoughts, and feelings can impact an individual so deeply and can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, and doubt. Everyone has their own unique story to tell and I am here to provide a safe space where children, teens, and individuals can process this unique story and walk into a space where understanding meets transformation. In this, my goal as a counselor is to help build healthy connections that foster well-being, change, and growth!
Dr. Danielle Zandbergen
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are seeking ways to strengthen your relationship to self or others, or experience growth in your development and well-being, I am here to help you navigate these issues and more. I specialize in adolescent and adult therapy with an emphasis on anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and identity concerns. I have worked in school-based settings, child welfare, foster and adoptive care, residential care, and private practice. I work primarily with individuals, but also enjoy working with couples whether it be premarital or marital counseling.
Whether you are seeking ways to strengthen your relationship to self or others, or experience growth in your development and well-being, I am here to help you navigate these issues and more. I specialize in adolescent and adult therapy with an emphasis on anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and identity concerns. I have worked in school-based settings, child welfare, foster and adoptive care, residential care, and private practice. I work primarily with individuals, but also enjoy working with couples whether it be premarital or marital counseling.
Stephanie N Knight
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223
I am a therapist offering individual and group treatment- with a focus on women and teen girls - for mental health issues and addictive behaviors.
Life, without any major disruptions, is stressful enough; however almost everyone experiences times that are especially difficult. Oftentimes, people find themselves getting lost, anxious, or frustrated during these times, and can develop problematic ways of coping because they don't know what else to do. This is understandable. When a person is in emotional pain, it is hard to be rational and think of a good solution. I'd like to help.
Through therapy, you can get caring support and new solutions to problems that will help you build the fulfilling life you deserve- where a sense of peace is possible.
I am a therapist offering individual and group treatment- with a focus on women and teen girls - for mental health issues and addictive behaviors.
Life, without any major disruptions, is stressful enough; however almost everyone experiences times that are especially difficult. Oftentimes, people find themselves getting lost, anxious, or frustrated during these times, and can develop problematic ways of coping because they don't know what else to do. This is understandable. When a person is in emotional pain, it is hard to be rational and think of a good solution. I'd like to help.
Through therapy, you can get caring support and new solutions to problems that will help you build the fulfilling life you deserve- where a sense of peace is possible.
Melinda Reynolds-Pena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
I am passionate about both individual, adolescent and couples counseling.
I believe that people can change and often need assistance during the process. I believe that relationships are worth investing in and couples can learn to relate to each other more effectively. I believe sometimes people become stuck trying to do the right thing, or figure out what is the right thing. I believe people often need encouragement to push past where they are stuck. I believe we all can benefit and learn from hearing a different perspective.
I am passionate about both individual, adolescent and couples counseling.
I believe that people can change and often need assistance during the process. I believe that relationships are worth investing in and couples can learn to relate to each other more effectively. I believe sometimes people become stuck trying to do the right thing, or figure out what is the right thing. I believe people often need encouragement to push past where they are stuck. I believe we all can benefit and learn from hearing a different perspective.
I would be honored to help you, your teenager or your family.
You desire to have healthier relationships that make you feel safe and secure but you aren't sure how to get there. Anxiety, panic attacks, disrupted sleep, or unwanted thoughts make it difficult for you to cope. You had painful childhood experiences, and you don't know how to heal from the trauma. You may be experiencing depression, anxiety, or a challenging life transition. It feels like nothing has helped you and your partner and you are ready for help from an unbiased couple’s counselor. You are an overwhelmed parent who is tired of the conflict at home and interested in working with a family therapist.
I would be honored to help you, your teenager or your family.
You desire to have healthier relationships that make you feel safe and secure but you aren't sure how to get there. Anxiety, panic attacks, disrupted sleep, or unwanted thoughts make it difficult for you to cope. You had painful childhood experiences, and you don't know how to heal from the trauma. You may be experiencing depression, anxiety, or a challenging life transition. It feels like nothing has helped you and your partner and you are ready for help from an unbiased couple’s counselor. You are an overwhelmed parent who is tired of the conflict at home and interested in working with a family therapist.
I work with individuals, families, and teens.
Do you feel stuck? Are you ready for change but don't know where to start? With compassion and skill, I look at client issues through the lens of relationships: we impact those around us and they impact us. Using EMDR, IFS, and emotionally focused therapy, I help individuals build a healthy self image and develop coping strategies to handle anxiety and depression. With couples and families, I use restoration therapy to go to the heart of the problem by looking at the emotions that we feel when we are in conflict and define the cycles that we get trapped in.
I work with individuals, families, and teens.
Do you feel stuck? Are you ready for change but don't know where to start? With compassion and skill, I look at client issues through the lens of relationships: we impact those around us and they impact us. Using EMDR, IFS, and emotionally focused therapy, I help individuals build a healthy self image and develop coping strategies to handle anxiety and depression. With couples and families, I use restoration therapy to go to the heart of the problem by looking at the emotions that we feel when we are in conflict and define the cycles that we get trapped in.
Living Well Counseling-Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97224
We are centered on helping you build skills to love and live well. Living Well Counseling Center provides personalized care for each individual, couple, and family. Our work is focused on empowering you to achieve a high level of emotional regulation and mindfulness to produce meaningful and lasting change in your life and relationships.
We are centered on helping you build skills to love and live well. Living Well Counseling Center provides personalized care for each individual, couple, and family. Our work is focused on empowering you to achieve a high level of emotional regulation and mindfulness to produce meaningful and lasting change in your life and relationships.
Lesa Nicholes
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd , LPC-A
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! Do you want more from your life? Do you want to understand yourself more so that you can be the best version of yourself? Have you experienced some challenging times where you feel lost, stuck or even defeated? These are many of the reasons people seek therapy. Therapy can help us navigate the transitions life brings, process difficult emotions, improve coping skills and develop and deeper understand of ourselves allowing us to be the be our best authentic self.
Hello and welcome! Do you want more from your life? Do you want to understand yourself more so that you can be the best version of yourself? Have you experienced some challenging times where you feel lost, stuck or even defeated? These are many of the reasons people seek therapy. Therapy can help us navigate the transitions life brings, process difficult emotions, improve coping skills and develop and deeper understand of ourselves allowing us to be the be our best authentic self.
My mission is to empower people, encourage life-long development, create healing and wholesome relationships with self and others in an atmosphere of love and acceptance. I use Person Centered, multi-faceted approaches, and believe in the importance of diversity, trust, and safety. Life is a journey in which we continue to grow, learn, and evolve.
My mission is to empower people, encourage life-long development, create healing and wholesome relationships with self and others in an atmosphere of love and acceptance. I use Person Centered, multi-faceted approaches, and believe in the importance of diversity, trust, and safety. Life is a journey in which we continue to grow, learn, and evolve.
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With its ever-changing seasons of highs and lows, life can be difficult. It can feel overwhelming. Grief, bereavement, divorce, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or other trauma-related concerns can take away your happiness and tranquility and make it hard to go about your daily tasks and obligations. Processing these experiences in a safe and supportive trauma-informed environment creates a foundation for understanding, growth, and development personally and professionally. Each person has a unique journey, and together we will examine your life's story to get insight into your past experiences and future goals.
With its ever-changing seasons of highs and lows, life can be difficult. It can feel overwhelming. Grief, bereavement, divorce, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or other trauma-related concerns can take away your happiness and tranquility and make it hard to go about your daily tasks and obligations. Processing these experiences in a safe and supportive trauma-informed environment creates a foundation for understanding, growth, and development personally and professionally. Each person has a unique journey, and together we will examine your life's story to get insight into your past experiences and future goals.
Chris Gorski
Professional Counselor Associate, BS, MA, PCA, YT, MT
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97224 (Online Only)
I provide a safe, warm, nurturing space for my client to experience change. Let me help you transform your life. Are you overwhelmed with life? Feel like you can't get ahead no matter how hard you try? I will help you take charge of your life by equipping you with tools to transform yourself. I will help you navigate your everyday challenges that seem to obstruct your path to creating a life worth living that you are excited about. I also help people explore their spirituality. Were you raised in a rigid religion or have left one that dominated your life? Let's together create meaning in your new life.
I provide a safe, warm, nurturing space for my client to experience change. Let me help you transform your life. Are you overwhelmed with life? Feel like you can't get ahead no matter how hard you try? I will help you take charge of your life by equipping you with tools to transform yourself. I will help you navigate your everyday challenges that seem to obstruct your path to creating a life worth living that you are excited about. I also help people explore their spirituality. Were you raised in a rigid religion or have left one that dominated your life? Let's together create meaning in your new life.
Being a social worker has allowed her to work with a variety of clients and in a lot of different settings including veterans, children, teens, in-home hospice patients, and families.
Feeling Stressed? Overwhelmed? Need someone to talk to? Having difficulties with a partner? Or worried about your child? Please call or email for an appointment. I would really like to hear from you! Life situations and changes can bring a lot of stress. I bring calmness to sessions, while focusing on clients’ strengths. In the beginning, I will develop clear goals around behaviors or thoughts the client(s) wants to change, and a potential time frame for services. I use multiple modalities to connect with clients and accomplish those goals.
Being a social worker has allowed her to work with a variety of clients and in a lot of different settings including veterans, children, teens, in-home hospice patients, and families.
Feeling Stressed? Overwhelmed? Need someone to talk to? Having difficulties with a partner? Or worried about your child? Please call or email for an appointment. I would really like to hear from you! Life situations and changes can bring a lot of stress. I bring calmness to sessions, while focusing on clients’ strengths. In the beginning, I will develop clear goals around behaviors or thoughts the client(s) wants to change, and a potential time frame for services. I use multiple modalities to connect with clients and accomplish those goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of where to turn next? Have you been carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or identity struggles? Maybe you’re dealing with addiction, conflict in your relationships, or trying to make sense of a spiritual awakening. It would be an honor to join you on your journey of discovery, transformation, and healing. I work with youth, teens, and queer individuals across the lifespan, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of where to turn next? Have you been carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or identity struggles? Maybe you’re dealing with addiction, conflict in your relationships, or trying to make sense of a spiritual awakening. It would be an honor to join you on your journey of discovery, transformation, and healing. I work with youth, teens, and queer individuals across the lifespan, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself.
Hi there! I am passionate about the mental wellness of women. There are many spaces we inhabit as woman and various experiences that are unique to us, such as with the perinatal period, the transition into motherhood, and woman specific mental health disorders. I also work with areas like life transitions and adjustment, anxiety and mood disorders, loss and grief, and trauma.
Hi there! I am passionate about the mental wellness of women. There are many spaces we inhabit as woman and various experiences that are unique to us, such as with the perinatal period, the transition into motherhood, and woman specific mental health disorders. I also work with areas like life transitions and adjustment, anxiety and mood disorders, loss and grief, and trauma.
I have immediate availability! Focusing on the individualized needs of each person, I strive to provide a safe environment where clients feel validated and able to express themselves freely. I value building an empathic, genuine, and positive relationship with my clients. This unique dynamic can assist clients to feel more fulfilled and successful in their mental health journey. I use a collaborative approach and a variety of techniques to help us find direction for the therapeutic process. If you are interested in the why to your life, then you've come to the right place. I thoroughly enjoy digging into what "makes us tick".
I have immediate availability! Focusing on the individualized needs of each person, I strive to provide a safe environment where clients feel validated and able to express themselves freely. I value building an empathic, genuine, and positive relationship with my clients. This unique dynamic can assist clients to feel more fulfilled and successful in their mental health journey. I use a collaborative approach and a variety of techniques to help us find direction for the therapeutic process. If you are interested in the why to your life, then you've come to the right place. I thoroughly enjoy digging into what "makes us tick".
Having a healthy marriage takes work. Many people invest in their retirement, friends, career, church, etc. but neglect investing in their marriage and themselves. You have a lot on your plate. If you are what you eat, (or what you invest in), how are your relationships? I can help you work to bring your marriage back into balance and help you go from pain to peace. Is your marriage and/or family is "okay" but you'd like it to be stellar, let's talk.
Having a healthy marriage takes work. Many people invest in their retirement, friends, career, church, etc. but neglect investing in their marriage and themselves. You have a lot on your plate. If you are what you eat, (or what you invest in), how are your relationships? I can help you work to bring your marriage back into balance and help you go from pain to peace. Is your marriage and/or family is "okay" but you'd like it to be stellar, let's talk.
My ideal client is the person who is stuck in uncertainty, and struggling to find clarity in their identity or there role in life. My expertise as an experienced counselor & coach is in partnering for creating the perfect outcome or vision/goals. Often the roadblocks are related to fear, low self-confidence, lack of effective communication development, or adequate emotional expression. Included are anger management and relational issues. I focus on the whole individual for healthy healing and maturity. As self-growth expands a high level of achievement and success is the by-product both personally as well as professionally.
My ideal client is the person who is stuck in uncertainty, and struggling to find clarity in their identity or there role in life. My expertise as an experienced counselor & coach is in partnering for creating the perfect outcome or vision/goals. Often the roadblocks are related to fear, low self-confidence, lack of effective communication development, or adequate emotional expression. Included are anger management and relational issues. I focus on the whole individual for healthy healing and maturity. As self-growth expands a high level of achievement and success is the by-product both personally as well as professionally.
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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.