Therapists for Teens in Bryn Mawr, PA
Using clinically proven family and individual therapy modalities, I treat a wide variety of child, adolescent, and family problems, including depression, anxiety, aggression, and defiance.
I specialize in care for children, teens, young adults, and families: 1) Building cooperation and openness in place of defiance and lying; 2) Cultivating self-control in place of tantrums and aggression; 3) Fostering contentment and self-confidence in place of sadness and worry; and 4) Developing genuine closeness in place of clinging and irritability. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience addressing core relational issues of protection, loyalty, authority, trust, fairness, and forgiveness. I help families heal from generational wounds and allow children develop appropriate individuation, using the secure base of a trusting parent-child relationship.
Using clinically proven family and individual therapy modalities, I treat a wide variety of child, adolescent, and family problems, including depression, anxiety, aggression, and defiance.
I specialize in care for children, teens, young adults, and families: 1) Building cooperation and openness in place of defiance and lying; 2) Cultivating self-control in place of tantrums and aggression; 3) Fostering contentment and self-confidence in place of sadness and worry; and 4) Developing genuine closeness in place of clinging and irritability. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience addressing core relational issues of protection, loyalty, authority, trust, fairness, and forgiveness. I help families heal from generational wounds and allow children develop appropriate individuation, using the secure base of a trusting parent-child relationship.
I have had advanced training in child and adolescent psychotherapy, directed and provided clinical services in community, school based and hospital settings in the Philadelphia area.
I believe that mental health reflects a balance between an individual's emotional functioning and his/her family, friends and community. I support patients in their personal awareness and integration of the mind, body and spirit. I have extensive clinical experience with individuals and families addressing concerns such as: Anxiety, Autistic Spectrum, Attention Deficit Disorders, Bi-Polar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, Learning Differences, Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors, Personality Disorders, Postpartum Depression and Psychological responses to life changes. I offer additional expertise in bi-cultural/racial issues, chronic illness, co-parenting, LGBT community, interfaith marriage and sibling rivalry.
I have had advanced training in child and adolescent psychotherapy, directed and provided clinical services in community, school based and hospital settings in the Philadelphia area.
I believe that mental health reflects a balance between an individual's emotional functioning and his/her family, friends and community. I support patients in their personal awareness and integration of the mind, body and spirit. I have extensive clinical experience with individuals and families addressing concerns such as: Anxiety, Autistic Spectrum, Attention Deficit Disorders, Bi-Polar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, Learning Differences, Oppositional/Defiant Behaviors, Personality Disorders, Postpartum Depression and Psychological responses to life changes. I offer additional expertise in bi-cultural/racial issues, chronic illness, co-parenting, LGBT community, interfaith marriage and sibling rivalry.
Patti Anne McAndrews Radnor Individual And Family Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHS, LPC, CAADC, ADHD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Seeking help is a daunting task and finding the right person to assist you on your journey is equally difficult. At Radnor Therapy, I guide clients and/or families toward emotional efficacy. I assist clientele in coping with emotional stress, mental health, or addiction issues, through coaching and therapy. I have over 30 years of experience working with clients and families dealing with mental health and substance abuse/addiction. If I can't help, I'll connect you with someone who can. Having founded Adolescent Advocates in 2005 and sold in 2023, I have faced extreme adversity with great success and connected with many colleagues.
Seeking help is a daunting task and finding the right person to assist you on your journey is equally difficult. At Radnor Therapy, I guide clients and/or families toward emotional efficacy. I assist clientele in coping with emotional stress, mental health, or addiction issues, through coaching and therapy. I have over 30 years of experience working with clients and families dealing with mental health and substance abuse/addiction. If I can't help, I'll connect you with someone who can. Having founded Adolescent Advocates in 2005 and sold in 2023, I have faced extreme adversity with great success and connected with many colleagues.
As a clinical developmental psychologist, I help teens and emerging adults navigate challenges in childhood and early adulthood.
To others, your teen or young adult appears to have it all - they are bright, accomplished, and successful. Yet beneath the surface they're grappling with anxiety that impacts their schoolwork and relationships. Perhaps they're struggling with focus, sleep, anger, or avoidance of particular tasks or situations. They may worry about college acceptance or falling short of having the career and life they envision. Often they feel burdened by the weight of effort or achievements that they perceive as never good enough. They’re ready to make a change - they want to feel relaxed, confident, and more fulfilled.
As a clinical developmental psychologist, I help teens and emerging adults navigate challenges in childhood and early adulthood.
To others, your teen or young adult appears to have it all - they are bright, accomplished, and successful. Yet beneath the surface they're grappling with anxiety that impacts their schoolwork and relationships. Perhaps they're struggling with focus, sleep, anger, or avoidance of particular tasks or situations. They may worry about college acceptance or falling short of having the career and life they envision. Often they feel burdened by the weight of effort or achievements that they perceive as never good enough. They’re ready to make a change - they want to feel relaxed, confident, and more fulfilled.
Thomas K Hurster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, CGP, AGPA-F
Verified Verified
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Additionally I am a clinical supervisor at Benchmark School in Media, PA, and am part of the faculty at the Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research; I teach courses on clinical work with children and adolescents, group treatment, and social work in school settings.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been providing counseling and therapy services to youth and their families for over 40 years. While I do see adults in psychotherapy as part of my private practice, I primarily work with older children, adolescents, and young adults, and their families. I have extensive experience with the range of issues that youth encounter, including anxiety, depression, impulsivity, excessive anger, self-esteem erosion, gender and sexuality questions, and relational difficulties, and have a particular expertise in working with youth who present with neuro-diversity and learning struggles.
Additionally I am a clinical supervisor at Benchmark School in Media, PA, and am part of the faculty at the Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research; I teach courses on clinical work with children and adolescents, group treatment, and social work in school settings.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been providing counseling and therapy services to youth and their families for over 40 years. While I do see adults in psychotherapy as part of my private practice, I primarily work with older children, adolescents, and young adults, and their families. I have extensive experience with the range of issues that youth encounter, including anxiety, depression, impulsivity, excessive anger, self-esteem erosion, gender and sexuality questions, and relational difficulties, and have a particular expertise in working with youth who present with neuro-diversity and learning struggles.
Are you a parent of a struggling TEEN who needs support or an ADULT who feels stuck and unsure of your path? I can help! I have never forgotten how it feels to be a teen, and as an adult I am no stranger to life's struggles and finding our way. I understand what it is like to be out of the box and find a place in the world. I, too, feel I am out of the box, as are my techniques. I believe laughter should find its place even in the darkest places and weave humor wherever it may fit. I am also well versed in all methods, such as CBT, DBT, ACT, etc., but the connection between therapist and client is essential for growth.
Are you a parent of a struggling TEEN who needs support or an ADULT who feels stuck and unsure of your path? I can help! I have never forgotten how it feels to be a teen, and as an adult I am no stranger to life's struggles and finding our way. I understand what it is like to be out of the box and find a place in the world. I, too, feel I am out of the box, as are my techniques. I believe laughter should find its place even in the darkest places and weave humor wherever it may fit. I am also well versed in all methods, such as CBT, DBT, ACT, etc., but the connection between therapist and client is essential for growth.
Michael Graziano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
I have a great deal of experience in marital and family issues including couple communication and conflict, concerns regarding child-rearing and adolescent struggles, and problems with setting priorities for couple and family life.
I am an individual, couples and family therapist with more than twenty years experience treating couples issues, adolescent and family problems, grief and bereavement, depression and adjustment problems.
My primary goal as a therapist is to help my clients effectively meet and respond to the issues and problems of their lives, either in their roles as parents, spouses, or teenagers.
I work hard to understand each client and family member's dilemmas and struggles, and to create an atmosphere of trust so that each session provides a place where one is heard, understood and supported.
I have a great deal of experience in marital and family issues including couple communication and conflict, concerns regarding child-rearing and adolescent struggles, and problems with setting priorities for couple and family life.
I am an individual, couples and family therapist with more than twenty years experience treating couples issues, adolescent and family problems, grief and bereavement, depression and adjustment problems.
My primary goal as a therapist is to help my clients effectively meet and respond to the issues and problems of their lives, either in their roles as parents, spouses, or teenagers.
I work hard to understand each client and family member's dilemmas and struggles, and to create an atmosphere of trust so that each session provides a place where one is heard, understood and supported.
Tonia Betancourt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
I am a registered play therapist and often use sandtray and art as modalities to facilitate healing in children, adolescents and adults.
We are living in challenging times. Children and parents need support to get through issues such as divorce, loss of a loved one, illness of a family member, school pressures, adolescent conflict, adult children moving back into the home and bullying. Within the context of family therapy, I work with children ages three through the young adult years. I am a trained play therapist and able to help children and adolescents express their feelings and deep emotions. I am able to work, both individually with family members and in family therapy, to support change and growth for the entire family.
I am a registered play therapist and often use sandtray and art as modalities to facilitate healing in children, adolescents and adults.
We are living in challenging times. Children and parents need support to get through issues such as divorce, loss of a loved one, illness of a family member, school pressures, adolescent conflict, adult children moving back into the home and bullying. Within the context of family therapy, I work with children ages three through the young adult years. I am a trained play therapist and able to help children and adolescents express their feelings and deep emotions. I am able to work, both individually with family members and in family therapy, to support change and growth for the entire family.
Finding Your Way, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, DCC, MHS, MPSL, LPC, LBS
Verified Verified
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 (Online Only)
We specialize in Trauma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), LBGT+, I have extensive training in child and adolescent behavioral challenges.
Is your life unmanageable? Are you suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as a result of a traumatic situation? Are you in a crisis? You have found your therapeutic solution. Finding Your Way, LLC is a Mental Health Urgent Care/ Mental Health Practice that will meet all of your immediate Mental Health needs. We are a well rounded comprehensive practice to move you to a place of Wellness.
We specialize in Trauma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), LBGT+, I have extensive training in child and adolescent behavioral challenges.
Is your life unmanageable? Are you suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as a result of a traumatic situation? Are you in a crisis? You have found your therapeutic solution. Finding Your Way, LLC is a Mental Health Urgent Care/ Mental Health Practice that will meet all of your immediate Mental Health needs. We are a well rounded comprehensive practice to move you to a place of Wellness.
Restoration Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
We specialize in maladaptive behaviors that have impeded and harmed a client's self and others. We specialize in adolescent sexual and interpersonal behaviors, focusing on increasing healthy prosocial behaviors in order to reduce high risk or abusive behavior patterns. We practice EMDR and trauma focused therapies to assist in healing unhealthy behavior patterns that may have emerged from unprocessed trauma. We work with court adjudicated/convicted cases.
We specialize in maladaptive behaviors that have impeded and harmed a client's self and others. We specialize in adolescent sexual and interpersonal behaviors, focusing on increasing healthy prosocial behaviors in order to reduce high risk or abusive behavior patterns. We practice EMDR and trauma focused therapies to assist in healing unhealthy behavior patterns that may have emerged from unprocessed trauma. We work with court adjudicated/convicted cases.
Grace Ciminera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with young adult and adolescent populations struggling with life transitions, relationship/family issues, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Are you struggling with feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, or stress? Are you feeling disconnected? You are not alone. I am here to help you explore your feelings, heal from the past, and prepare for the future. I will support and guide you toward creating positive change and building upon your strengths. I will work collaboratively with you to explore connections between your past, thoughts, and feelings and how you interact with the world.
I specialize in working with young adult and adolescent populations struggling with life transitions, relationship/family issues, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Are you struggling with feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, or stress? Are you feeling disconnected? You are not alone. I am here to help you explore your feelings, heal from the past, and prepare for the future. I will support and guide you toward creating positive change and building upon your strengths. I will work collaboratively with you to explore connections between your past, thoughts, and feelings and how you interact with the world.
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Jaimee Arndt, MBA, MS, LPC Jaimee is a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned her Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. She has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families from diverse backgrounds across various settings, including community mental health, schools and outpatient clinics. Her experience includes treating individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, adolescent issues, and peer and family conflicts.
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Is your teen going through a hard time? They are not alone! More and more teens are struggling with depression, anxiety, and low-self esteem. The good news is that starting therapy can help! I specialize in working with tweens, teens, and college-age students to help them navigate some of the toughest years. My approach combines traditional talk therapy with skills building to help teens better identify, understand, and manage their emotions. Parents are also invited to join in the process.
Is your teen going through a hard time? They are not alone! More and more teens are struggling with depression, anxiety, and low-self esteem. The good news is that starting therapy can help! I specialize in working with tweens, teens, and college-age students to help them navigate some of the toughest years. My approach combines traditional talk therapy with skills building to help teens better identify, understand, and manage their emotions. Parents are also invited to join in the process.
Arrive Therapy -- LGBTQ & Gender Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
I am passionate about supporting the trans and queer community but also families, teenagers, and individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Arrive Therapy is a trans and queer focused counseling practice with all LGBTQ counselors. If you are trans, non-binary, gay, queer, or questioning it is my desire to create a safe space for you to find the support you are looking for. If you are the parent of a trans child or teen, we are here to support you, as well as your child. We work with LGBTQ folks of all ages, including parents and partners of trans folks. We can see you remotely or in person in Paoli. You can get started with a free phone consult so we can pick the right therapist for you. Or, you can book your first appointment online at Arrivetherapy.com.
I am passionate about supporting the trans and queer community but also families, teenagers, and individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Arrive Therapy is a trans and queer focused counseling practice with all LGBTQ counselors. If you are trans, non-binary, gay, queer, or questioning it is my desire to create a safe space for you to find the support you are looking for. If you are the parent of a trans child or teen, we are here to support you, as well as your child. We work with LGBTQ folks of all ages, including parents and partners of trans folks. We can see you remotely or in person in Paoli. You can get started with a free phone consult so we can pick the right therapist for you. Or, you can book your first appointment online at Arrivetherapy.com.
Robert K Bingham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LSW, RSMT, PhD, (dance)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Are you an adult or teenager who is struggling with anxiety? Do you feel overwhelmed or caught in cycles of worry? Is your ability to enjoy life being impacted? Imagine releasing this burden and fully living the life you deserve. I am committed to helping you move beyond barriers of anxiety and/or depression towards a future of creativity, purpose and joy. Together we will create an inviting, non-judgmental space where you can slow down, connect with your inner wisdom, and discover what is truly possible for you. You will develop tools to help you make clear-eyed, workable plans to realize your goals.
Are you an adult or teenager who is struggling with anxiety? Do you feel overwhelmed or caught in cycles of worry? Is your ability to enjoy life being impacted? Imagine releasing this burden and fully living the life you deserve. I am committed to helping you move beyond barriers of anxiety and/or depression towards a future of creativity, purpose and joy. Together we will create an inviting, non-judgmental space where you can slow down, connect with your inner wisdom, and discover what is truly possible for you. You will develop tools to help you make clear-eyed, workable plans to realize your goals.
You want more and deserve better. For many adults and youngsters, feelings of anxiety and depression leave you feeling like you are just getting by. Meeting in person, talking about your thoughts, feelings, and concerns within a safe therapeutic relationship, we can work together to help you become unstuck and rebuild a life with purpose and meaning. For some, this may include processing painful emotions, grieving losses, navigating difficult relationships, or changing self-defeating patterns. Therapy is hard work and by reading this page, you’ve already shown you’re curious to learn more about yourself and are motivated to change.
You want more and deserve better. For many adults and youngsters, feelings of anxiety and depression leave you feeling like you are just getting by. Meeting in person, talking about your thoughts, feelings, and concerns within a safe therapeutic relationship, we can work together to help you become unstuck and rebuild a life with purpose and meaning. For some, this may include processing painful emotions, grieving losses, navigating difficult relationships, or changing self-defeating patterns. Therapy is hard work and by reading this page, you’ve already shown you’re curious to learn more about yourself and are motivated to change.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 (Online Only)
In other words, I use science to help kids and teens get unstuck and feel better.
I specialize in supporting kids over 8 years old and teens who have experienced trauma. My clients often feel sad, anxious, angry, and isolated. Many tell me they feel "stuck" and have difficulties with sleep, school, and friendships. These are clues to something deeper.
In other words, I use science to help kids and teens get unstuck and feel better.
I specialize in supporting kids over 8 years old and teens who have experienced trauma. My clients often feel sad, anxious, angry, and isolated. Many tell me they feel "stuck" and have difficulties with sleep, school, and friendships. These are clues to something deeper.
It is my belief that everyone has suffered from a mood disturbance at one time in their life. What makes for different diagnosis is the intensity of the mood change and the duration. I believe we fuel our mood by our own cognitions and unhealthy habits and coping skills. My style is extremely interactive and direct, insuring results early on in the treatment process. When possible, I try treatment without medications, however there are chemical imbalances which must be treated via a Psychiatrist (for medications) and a psychotherapist for the psychoeducational piece,(talk therapy).I maintain relationships with area psychiatrists.
It is my belief that everyone has suffered from a mood disturbance at one time in their life. What makes for different diagnosis is the intensity of the mood change and the duration. I believe we fuel our mood by our own cognitions and unhealthy habits and coping skills. My style is extremely interactive and direct, insuring results early on in the treatment process. When possible, I try treatment without medications, however there are chemical imbalances which must be treated via a Psychiatrist (for medications) and a psychotherapist for the psychoeducational piece,(talk therapy).I maintain relationships with area psychiatrists.
Your desire to change your life and find better ways of coping is a strength you may not yet realize you possess. As a clinical developmental psychologist, I can help you understand your current struggles in context, as part of your developmental journey and the systems of family and relationships surrounding you. In an emotionally safe and confidential environment, I will work with you to uncover the source of your challenges and find alternate coping strategies. I believe it is important to help you identify and use the many strengths you already possess as you work through your current difficulties.
Your desire to change your life and find better ways of coping is a strength you may not yet realize you possess. As a clinical developmental psychologist, I can help you understand your current struggles in context, as part of your developmental journey and the systems of family and relationships surrounding you. In an emotionally safe and confidential environment, I will work with you to uncover the source of your challenges and find alternate coping strategies. I believe it is important to help you identify and use the many strengths you already possess as you work through your current difficulties.
Michele Marianne Rice
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients with marriage and relationship problems, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and other issues. I take a proactive, holistic approach to effect changes not only in thinking but in behaviors, in order to promote increased well-being, contentment, and self esteem. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, and maintain flexible working hours to accomodate work and school schedules. My practice is in network with several managed care companies, or I can assist you in filing a claim with your insurance company.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients with marriage and relationship problems, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and other issues. I take a proactive, holistic approach to effect changes not only in thinking but in behaviors, in order to promote increased well-being, contentment, and self esteem. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, and maintain flexible working hours to accomodate work and school schedules. My practice is in network with several managed care companies, or I can assist you in filing a claim with your insurance company.
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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.