Therapists for Teens in Duncanville, TX

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Alexis Harris
LPC Intern, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75137
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-Associate) supervised by Russ Bartee, PH.D, LPC-S. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology with a Child development minor from Oklahoma State University before obtaining my Masters from Texas Wesleyan University. I offer counseling to adolescent, couples, adults & families. I aim to create a collaborative experience and will encourage your personal values and stories to guide our journey to new insights. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, trust, and collaboration drawing from the models of Narrative therapy, CBT, & Dialectical behavior therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-Associate) supervised by Russ Bartee, PH.D, LPC-S. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology with a Child development minor from Oklahoma State University before obtaining my Masters from Texas Wesleyan University. I offer counseling to adolescent, couples, adults & families. I aim to create a collaborative experience and will encourage your personal values and stories to guide our journey to new insights. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, trust, and collaboration drawing from the models of Narrative therapy, CBT, & Dialectical behavior therapy.
(469) 746-3736 View (469) 746-3736
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Dr. Paul Po Ching Jr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, PLP
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75137
Waitlist for new clients
Do you have troubled at risk teen(s), a broken family that needs mending, a relationship or past hurt that has robbed you of your full potential? Then let me help you. I have worked with troubled adolescents and families in crisis nationwide. I believe in the power of restoration; however, the root of your problem must be explored. My goal is to process these issues from a holistic point of view that's relational, strategical, and motivational leading you to discover healing and to build tools that will empower you to live life to the fullest.
Do you have troubled at risk teen(s), a broken family that needs mending, a relationship or past hurt that has robbed you of your full potential? Then let me help you. I have worked with troubled adolescents and families in crisis nationwide. I believe in the power of restoration; however, the root of your problem must be explored. My goal is to process these issues from a holistic point of view that's relational, strategical, and motivational leading you to discover healing and to build tools that will empower you to live life to the fullest.
(214) 239-9561 View (214) 239-9561
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Cynthia Sanchez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
Cynthia loves working with children, tweens, teens, and young adults by creating a fun and creative space to express their unique individual identities. Cynthia strives to create a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment for the clients she serves. Cynthia hopes to establish a collaborative relationship not only with her child and adolescent clients, but also with their parents to create a loving, positive, and healthy family system in the household. Cynthia strives to help her clients increase their self-esteem and helping them overcome obstacles and identify strengths and goals to become resilient in future challenges.
Cynthia loves working with children, tweens, teens, and young adults by creating a fun and creative space to express their unique individual identities. Cynthia strives to create a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment for the clients she serves. Cynthia hopes to establish a collaborative relationship not only with her child and adolescent clients, but also with their parents to create a loving, positive, and healthy family system in the household. Cynthia strives to help her clients increase their self-esteem and helping them overcome obstacles and identify strengths and goals to become resilient in future challenges.
(214) 380-3713 View (214) 380-3713
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Lolabode Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
Changes in life and transitioning can be challenging but having great tools to handle them is important. I am available and love to work with you to develop positive life goals, develop a positive mind set, and a better attitude to manage life situations. Working together will help you to build or sharpen the inner strength in you, and to handle challenges with a great mind. Give me the opportunity to work with you to develop insights that will empowered you. Having an understanding of how to approach life events positively can be a great way to manage changes in life, and foster a better attitude towards negative live challenges.
Changes in life and transitioning can be challenging but having great tools to handle them is important. I am available and love to work with you to develop positive life goals, develop a positive mind set, and a better attitude to manage life situations. Working together will help you to build or sharpen the inner strength in you, and to handle challenges with a great mind. Give me the opportunity to work with you to develop insights that will empowered you. Having an understanding of how to approach life events positively can be a great way to manage changes in life, and foster a better attitude towards negative live challenges.
(469) 369-0654 View (469) 369-0654
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Correa Counseling & Consulting, PLLC
Psychological Associate, PsyM, LPA
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75137
Do you feel lost, discounted, broken, or unheard? Does your family feel disconnected or has it grown or changed and you're not sure what to do? Correa Counseling and Consulting offers a safe place to process your feelings and life experiences. We strive to serve our diverse DFW community and therapeutic services are offered in English and Spanish. Correa Counseling and Consulting assists individuals and families experiencing issues related to but not limited to unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, as well as clients adjusting to a life altering event such as divorce, death of a loved one, empty-nester, or new to parenting.
Do you feel lost, discounted, broken, or unheard? Does your family feel disconnected or has it grown or changed and you're not sure what to do? Correa Counseling and Consulting offers a safe place to process your feelings and life experiences. We strive to serve our diverse DFW community and therapeutic services are offered in English and Spanish. Correa Counseling and Consulting assists individuals and families experiencing issues related to but not limited to unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, as well as clients adjusting to a life altering event such as divorce, death of a loved one, empty-nester, or new to parenting.
(214) 915-2765 View (214) 915-2765
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Overcoming Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75137
I especially enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families to improve their own quality of life as well as their interpersonal relationships. I offer insight on parenting skills and techniques, pre-marital and marriage counseling, divorce care, grief and loss, career counseling, including issues involving the workplace, and conflict resolution, even assisting in ironing out issues between friends. I have worked with clients of various ages and cultural backgrounds on a vast number of issues. If you desire to discuss any issue involving a relationship with another person, whether personal or professional, I may be the right counselor for you.
I especially enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families to improve their own quality of life as well as their interpersonal relationships. I offer insight on parenting skills and techniques, pre-marital and marriage counseling, divorce care, grief and loss, career counseling, including issues involving the workplace, and conflict resolution, even assisting in ironing out issues between friends. I have worked with clients of various ages and cultural backgrounds on a vast number of issues. If you desire to discuss any issue involving a relationship with another person, whether personal or professional, I may be the right counselor for you.
(972) 737-1508 View (972) 737-1508
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Kimber Shelton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116  (Online Only)
We may experience situations that leave us doubting ourselves, feeling overwhelmed, or mentally and physically defeated. Along the way, we begin to question ourselves and wonder where we are going. We feel stuck. My focus in counseling is to help you quickly clarify your concerns, identify strengths and abilities that are being underused, and develop tools and resources to maintain your optimal satisfaction. When our work is over, I hope you feel empowered and excited about the changes yet to come in your life.
We may experience situations that leave us doubting ourselves, feeling overwhelmed, or mentally and physically defeated. Along the way, we begin to question ourselves and wonder where we are going. We feel stuck. My focus in counseling is to help you quickly clarify your concerns, identify strengths and abilities that are being underused, and develop tools and resources to maintain your optimal satisfaction. When our work is over, I hope you feel empowered and excited about the changes yet to come in your life.
(469) 712-2153 View (469) 712-2153
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Torrey E. Carroll
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75116
I believe in the redemptive power of relationships and have championed the cause for more than a decade by walking alongside adults, couples, children, and families. As an adoptive parent and psychotherapist, I also understand and respect both the pressures involved in building a family, coupled with the unique gifts and learning experiences that the adoption dynamic brings.
I believe in the redemptive power of relationships and have championed the cause for more than a decade by walking alongside adults, couples, children, and families. As an adoptive parent and psychotherapist, I also understand and respect both the pressures involved in building a family, coupled with the unique gifts and learning experiences that the adoption dynamic brings.
(972) 635-4072 View (972) 635-4072
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The Relationship Clinic - Damani Anderson
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
Have you ever found yourself moving about life, going through the motions but getting nowhere? Has your tank run dry, feeling empty and not understanding where you want to go or what you want to do? Yet, on the other hand, when life is good and you are gaining ground, do you suddenly fear failing and begin to criticize the place you're in, making you give up? If so, come and talk to me! My passion is guiding clients to be a better version of themselves.
Have you ever found yourself moving about life, going through the motions but getting nowhere? Has your tank run dry, feeling empty and not understanding where you want to go or what you want to do? Yet, on the other hand, when life is good and you are gaining ground, do you suddenly fear failing and begin to criticize the place you're in, making you give up? If so, come and talk to me! My passion is guiding clients to be a better version of themselves.
(214) 937-4415 View (214) 937-4415
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Dr. Cheryl Young- Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S, IPT-CST, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75116
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I hold a Doctoral degree in Community Care and Counseling with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Counseling and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. My certifications include Play Therapy, Clinical ADHD Specialist, Certified Anger Management Specialist, and Certified Infant Massage Specialist.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I hold a Doctoral degree in Community Care and Counseling with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Counseling and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. My certifications include Play Therapy, Clinical ADHD Specialist, Certified Anger Management Specialist, and Certified Infant Massage Specialist.
(972) 441-7186 View (972) 441-7186
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Patricia Johnson Alaman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75137
You are seeing this because you want to enjoy being. Together we can discover what is in the way, move it and replace it with healthier mental and emotional choices. We all have something about ourselves that we want to change and improve. I want to empower you to do just that.
You are seeing this because you want to enjoy being. Together we can discover what is in the way, move it and replace it with healthier mental and emotional choices. We all have something about ourselves that we want to change and improve. I want to empower you to do just that.
(214) 239-2786 View (214) 239-2786
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Serenity Youth Svcs
Counselor, PsyD, LPCS, LPA's, LPC
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75138  (Online Only)
Serenity Youth Services cares about our youth by Encouragement, Empowerment and Enlightenment. Serenity Youth Services Provides Online Individual Counseling and Life Skills Training for Youth 10 year old through 17 years old.
Serenity Youth Services cares about our youth by Encouragement, Empowerment and Enlightenment. Serenity Youth Services Provides Online Individual Counseling and Life Skills Training for Youth 10 year old through 17 years old.
(469) 396-0120 View (469) 396-0120
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Armando Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
I like to meet my clients where they are in life in a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere. I utilize a variety of approaches that best fit their needs integrating mind, body and spirit. I have a strong Christian background that has enabled me to work with people of all walks of life in a compassionate way to help them overcome their life difficulties and instill hope that things can get better. Because of my own personal spiritual walk and experience, I feel very comfortable in providing faith-based pastoral counseling and spiritual guidance when asked to do so.
I like to meet my clients where they are in life in a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere. I utilize a variety of approaches that best fit their needs integrating mind, body and spirit. I have a strong Christian background that has enabled me to work with people of all walks of life in a compassionate way to help them overcome their life difficulties and instill hope that things can get better. Because of my own personal spiritual walk and experience, I feel very comfortable in providing faith-based pastoral counseling and spiritual guidance when asked to do so.
(469) 530-3278 View (469) 530-3278
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Marlissa Morrow - The Relationship Clinic
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT, Intern
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75116
I like to think of myself as a very empathetic, reasonable and humanistic person. My goals are to help people become more aware of their flaws and see them as building blocks of character that help us accept who we are. No one is perfect and we are all humans. God made us all different and unique. Everyone needs compassion and understanding; without them, many unhealthy relationships emerge in our society today. I process events in life very systemically and believe that a lot of aspects of our unhealthy relationships are generational and systemically thrived.
I like to think of myself as a very empathetic, reasonable and humanistic person. My goals are to help people become more aware of their flaws and see them as building blocks of character that help us accept who we are. No one is perfect and we are all humans. God made us all different and unique. Everyone needs compassion and understanding; without them, many unhealthy relationships emerge in our society today. I process events in life very systemically and believe that a lot of aspects of our unhealthy relationships are generational and systemically thrived.
(254) 277-4538 View (254) 277-4538
Photo of Allan Lay - Allan Lay - The Relationship Clinic, MFT, Intern, Pre-Licensed Professional
Allan Lay - The Relationship Clinic
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT, Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
I am currently working towards obtaining my LMFT. I have worked as a youth and family minister for 30 years, doing pastoral counseling with couples, teens, and families. Over those years, I have helped families and individuals deal with grief, addiction, relationships, failure to launch, goal setting, self-worth, and sexual issues. Through the years I have found that individuals cannot truly love, or be loved, if they do not value themselves. Once you value yourself you can truly connect with others. Therefore, we must start with the individual.
I am currently working towards obtaining my LMFT. I have worked as a youth and family minister for 30 years, doing pastoral counseling with couples, teens, and families. Over those years, I have helped families and individuals deal with grief, addiction, relationships, failure to launch, goal setting, self-worth, and sexual issues. Through the years I have found that individuals cannot truly love, or be loved, if they do not value themselves. Once you value yourself you can truly connect with others. Therefore, we must start with the individual.
(254) 347-2690 View (254) 347-2690
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The Relationship Clinic - Gary Wardlaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75116
Have you ever thought – what distinguishes healthy relationships that are able to thrive from unhealthy ones that tend to be full of stress? Is it self-will? Determination? As a couples and family therapist, I believe the one distinguishing factor is "attachment". Attachment is the ability to connect with others. Depending on our ability (or inability) to attach interpersonally, determines the overall satisfaction we experience within our intimate relationships. Also, having been a victim of racism, I opened this practice as a place that people of color can heal from the impact of both blatant and systemic oppression.
Have you ever thought – what distinguishes healthy relationships that are able to thrive from unhealthy ones that tend to be full of stress? Is it self-will? Determination? As a couples and family therapist, I believe the one distinguishing factor is "attachment". Attachment is the ability to connect with others. Depending on our ability (or inability) to attach interpersonally, determines the overall satisfaction we experience within our intimate relationships. Also, having been a victim of racism, I opened this practice as a place that people of color can heal from the impact of both blatant and systemic oppression.
(254) 277-1253 View (254) 277-1253
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Michael Clark
LPC Associate, MEd, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
Having to be strong, tough, and on all the time can be draining. Compound all of that with having to do it while hiding your emotions can be doubly stressful. Black men are raised to be resilient and silent, to take what life throws at you without complaining “Just Man Up!”. Being raised to be strong was the message. Weakness is not to be shown or felt. Now when you’re upset or overwhelmed you have nowhere to turn for help.
Having to be strong, tough, and on all the time can be draining. Compound all of that with having to do it while hiding your emotions can be doubly stressful. Black men are raised to be resilient and silent, to take what life throws at you without complaining “Just Man Up!”. Being raised to be strong was the message. Weakness is not to be shown or felt. Now when you’re upset or overwhelmed you have nowhere to turn for help.
(832) 864-9330 View (832) 864-9330
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The PsychGuru / Ruby JonesEpstein, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116
We are an Employee Assistance Counseling Provider...... Are you suffering with Job Burnout and Stress?... Struggling to Balance Work and Home Life?..... Has your doctor recommended you take time off from work, and see a counselor? Need help with FMLA paperwork? Give us a call, we can help ! Not sleeping, or are you waking up through out the night? Learn how to get more and better sleep so your days can be more productive. We offer Guided Meditation ( in office or to take home) , and Personal Music Rx to help you relax.
We are an Employee Assistance Counseling Provider...... Are you suffering with Job Burnout and Stress?... Struggling to Balance Work and Home Life?..... Has your doctor recommended you take time off from work, and see a counselor? Need help with FMLA paperwork? Give us a call, we can help ! Not sleeping, or are you waking up through out the night? Learn how to get more and better sleep so your days can be more productive. We offer Guided Meditation ( in office or to take home) , and Personal Music Rx to help you relax.
(972) 665-7904 View (972) 665-7904
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Christie D. Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncanville, TX 75116  (Online Only)
Cracked by life? Don't stay shattered. Life simply sucks sometimes. We've all been there, battered by hardships that leave us feeling defeated, down-trodden, and drowning in insecurity. We question everything, from our choices to our very ability to cope. But here's the good news: you're not alone, and the solutions exist. That's where I come in. As a licensed professional with years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient counseling, I believe therapy is the ultimate toolbox for navigating life's messy challenges. No problem is too big, no pain too deep. Your story deserves a triumphant rewrite.
Cracked by life? Don't stay shattered. Life simply sucks sometimes. We've all been there, battered by hardships that leave us feeling defeated, down-trodden, and drowning in insecurity. We question everything, from our choices to our very ability to cope. But here's the good news: you're not alone, and the solutions exist. That's where I come in. As a licensed professional with years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient counseling, I believe therapy is the ultimate toolbox for navigating life's messy challenges. No problem is too big, no pain too deep. Your story deserves a triumphant rewrite.
(214) 833-7621 View (214) 833-7621
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The Recovery Room Therapy Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Duncanville, TX 75116
Life, the existence of an individual; the period between the birth and death of a living thing; to be filled with joyous occasions and milestones, like graduation, marriage, birth of children, new jobs, and success in general. Unfortunately, along with life's successes, come life stressors of many kinds, at many stages in life; that sometimes leave us broken, hurt, and lost. Our practice provides a place for mending, healing, and consoling......your remedy.
Life, the existence of an individual; the period between the birth and death of a living thing; to be filled with joyous occasions and milestones, like graduation, marriage, birth of children, new jobs, and success in general. Unfortunately, along with life's successes, come life stressors of many kinds, at many stages in life; that sometimes leave us broken, hurt, and lost. Our practice provides a place for mending, healing, and consoling......your remedy.
(469) 518-2626 View (469) 518-2626
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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.