Therapists for Teens in Arlington, VA
![Photo of Grace Stichter, MA, ATR-P, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/126f41a6-682f-4c00-af53-ab5a24bfb1a0/1/320x400.jpeg)
Grace Stichter
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, ATR-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22207
Is your child or teen struggling and you are looking for way to support them? Are you feeling overwhelmed, unsure during a time of transition or change? Maybe you are a parent struggling to know what the best treatment options are. I am passionate about cultivating a safe and inclusive space for kids and teens to express themselves and to provide parents the opportunity to gain insight and feel empowered. Through art, play and sandtray therapy, as well as counseling, kids and teens engage in a creative and effective therapy process. In our work together, kids, teens and their families experience insight, growth and positive change.
Is your child or teen struggling and you are looking for way to support them? Are you feeling overwhelmed, unsure during a time of transition or change? Maybe you are a parent struggling to know what the best treatment options are. I am passionate about cultivating a safe and inclusive space for kids and teens to express themselves and to provide parents the opportunity to gain insight and feel empowered. Through art, play and sandtray therapy, as well as counseling, kids and teens engage in a creative and effective therapy process. In our work together, kids, teens and their families experience insight, growth and positive change.
![Photo of Amy Taylor Scully, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/985ccdaa-a659-4a75-888e-a151c8b612f7/1/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that behind every problem lies the powerful desire for something better. In addition to specializing couples counseling and adults, my expertise is in therapy with adolescents (14+) and families. I use research-based therapies that offer practical methods and skills that build emotional flexibility, self-awareness and resilience. Many of my clients are working to become free of self-defeating patterns resulting from emotional neglect in early or adolescent development. My typical client is intelligent and responsible as well as anxious and stressed, lonely, depressed or angry.
I believe that behind every problem lies the powerful desire for something better. In addition to specializing couples counseling and adults, my expertise is in therapy with adolescents (14+) and families. I use research-based therapies that offer practical methods and skills that build emotional flexibility, self-awareness and resilience. Many of my clients are working to become free of self-defeating patterns resulting from emotional neglect in early or adolescent development. My typical client is intelligent and responsible as well as anxious and stressed, lonely, depressed or angry.
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Shabria Mayne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22209
I am accepting new patients. Are you seeking support through a difficult season or need help gaining clarity in an area of your life? Do you have a teen who struggles with self-acceptance or the burdens of adolescence? My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space to allow for honest discussion about your concerns, struggles, and personal conflicts, hopes for your future, goals, and all other considerations pertaining to life.
I am accepting new patients. Are you seeking support through a difficult season or need help gaining clarity in an area of your life? Do you have a teen who struggles with self-acceptance or the burdens of adolescence? My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space to allow for honest discussion about your concerns, struggles, and personal conflicts, hopes for your future, goals, and all other considerations pertaining to life.
![Photo of Neha Pancholi Patel, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44a0b220-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Patel specializes in treating eating disorders and OCD. She also treats adolescent behavioral issues, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, low self-esteem, and self-injury. Dr. Patel is specialized in working with adolescents to decrease their maladaptive behaviors, learn and implement adaptive coping skills and increase positive interactions between the adolescent and family members. Dr. Patel is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and utilizes evidence based approaches with her clients.
Dr. Patel specializes in treating eating disorders and OCD. She also treats adolescent behavioral issues, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, low self-esteem, and self-injury. Dr. Patel is specialized in working with adolescents to decrease their maladaptive behaviors, learn and implement adaptive coping skills and increase positive interactions between the adolescent and family members. Dr. Patel is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and utilizes evidence based approaches with her clients.
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Vigon works with a wide range of adolescent and adult clients, his area of expertise is the treatment of anxiety disorders.
Dr. Derek Vigon is a licensed clinical and sport psychologist in Maryland and Virginia. Dr. Vigon has worked in a number of clinical settings including hospital inpatient, community mental health, university counseling centers, and Division 1 athletic departments. This range of experience has allowed him to work with individuals spanning diverse presenting problems and multicultural backgrounds. Dr. Vigon has training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Contemporary Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Motivational Interviewing. He has experience providing performance enhancement psychological skills training to athletes and performers.
Vigon works with a wide range of adolescent and adult clients, his area of expertise is the treatment of anxiety disorders.
Dr. Derek Vigon is a licensed clinical and sport psychologist in Maryland and Virginia. Dr. Vigon has worked in a number of clinical settings including hospital inpatient, community mental health, university counseling centers, and Division 1 athletic departments. This range of experience has allowed him to work with individuals spanning diverse presenting problems and multicultural backgrounds. Dr. Vigon has training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Contemporary Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Motivational Interviewing. He has experience providing performance enhancement psychological skills training to athletes and performers.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Arlington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22207
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
![Photo of Teri M Bullis, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c5289277-6eba-484d-8e53-d8e6700c82dd/2/320x400.jpeg)
With a doctorate in clinical psychology, 15+ years experience as a school psychologist, and training as a behavior analyst, I have the expertise to maximize efficient use of your time and money to find solutions for your child or adolescent.
I offer concrete, effective strategies to parents, children, & adolescents to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns. My clients leave every session with a specific plan for exactly what to do to build skills or reduce problem behaviors, and improvement is usually quick to see. Children who benefit from my services exhibit a very broad range of challenges, including ADHD-related impulsivity and hyperactivity, aggression, oppositionality, "attitude", anxiety, ASD-related social skills deficits and challenges, enuresis, encopresis, and sleeping issues - just to name a few.
With a doctorate in clinical psychology, 15+ years experience as a school psychologist, and training as a behavior analyst, I have the expertise to maximize efficient use of your time and money to find solutions for your child or adolescent.
I offer concrete, effective strategies to parents, children, & adolescents to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns. My clients leave every session with a specific plan for exactly what to do to build skills or reduce problem behaviors, and improvement is usually quick to see. Children who benefit from my services exhibit a very broad range of challenges, including ADHD-related impulsivity and hyperactivity, aggression, oppositionality, "attitude", anxiety, ASD-related social skills deficits and challenges, enuresis, encopresis, and sleeping issues - just to name a few.
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Eagles Wings Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22202
Compassionate, Bilingual Therapist uniquely trained to treat the sensitive needs of the whole person, integrating Spirituality with Psychology in helping you overcome personal obstacles to living your best life! Specializing in inner healing, resolving simple and complex marital issues, career changes, midlife and adolescent struggles, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence. I also offer Clinical Assessments for Immigration Situations dealing with Asylum, Hardship Waivers, U Visa and VAWA cases. Christian Counseling available upon request.
Compassionate, Bilingual Therapist uniquely trained to treat the sensitive needs of the whole person, integrating Spirituality with Psychology in helping you overcome personal obstacles to living your best life! Specializing in inner healing, resolving simple and complex marital issues, career changes, midlife and adolescent struggles, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence. I also offer Clinical Assessments for Immigration Situations dealing with Asylum, Hardship Waivers, U Visa and VAWA cases. Christian Counseling available upon request.
![Photo of Janea Reed, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4fdf23c8-faf4-4bf3-a6f2-463a0f087812/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Janea provides holistic treatment plans to clients around Alexandria, VA. As military dependent of two active-duty members, Janea understands how difficult transitions can be within the home. Janea likes to provide services to military personnel and their families providing support for times of change and when members return home. She provides cognitive therapy and conducts counseling sessions for marriage, relationships, teenage and adolescent issues.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Janea provides holistic treatment plans to clients around Alexandria, VA. As military dependent of two active-duty members, Janea understands how difficult transitions can be within the home. Janea likes to provide services to military personnel and their families providing support for times of change and when members return home. She provides cognitive therapy and conducts counseling sessions for marriage, relationships, teenage and adolescent issues.
![Photo of Aaron M Valdes, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f4bbc6e7-081c-466b-a05e-e4fedf3d145b/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have over 25 years of experience as a therapist and mental health professional in the Northern Virginia region. I specialize in child and adolescent issues and I have supported parents with skill-building throughout my career. If you are an individual struggling with day to day challenges, I can help you identify new skills and use your strengths to meet your needs. I am fully bilingual in Spanish and can conduct sessions is Spanish if preferred. For professionals seeking your VA license, I am a certified supervisor with extensive experience providing clinical supervision to meet your requirements as a Resident in Counseling.
I have over 25 years of experience as a therapist and mental health professional in the Northern Virginia region. I specialize in child and adolescent issues and I have supported parents with skill-building throughout my career. If you are an individual struggling with day to day challenges, I can help you identify new skills and use your strengths to meet your needs. I am fully bilingual in Spanish and can conduct sessions is Spanish if preferred. For professionals seeking your VA license, I am a certified supervisor with extensive experience providing clinical supervision to meet your requirements as a Resident in Counseling.
![Photo of Tess Meier, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/004181fd-42e4-45a9-ab7f-337a400e05ec/2/320x400.jpeg)
I offer therapy services in English and Spanish to adolescent and adult populations suffering from trauma, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, identity issues, relationship problems, and a wide range of other mental health needs. I am client-centered and strengths-based in my approach, working with you to discover and use your strengths to find the healthy coping skills you need to thrive. I have extensive experience in art, CBT, and mindfulness practices, and often use and encourage movement and outdoor therapeutic techniques to bring you closer to your best self.
I offer therapy services in English and Spanish to adolescent and adult populations suffering from trauma, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, identity issues, relationship problems, and a wide range of other mental health needs. I am client-centered and strengths-based in my approach, working with you to discover and use your strengths to find the healthy coping skills you need to thrive. I have extensive experience in art, CBT, and mindfulness practices, and often use and encourage movement and outdoor therapeutic techniques to bring you closer to your best self.
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![Photo of Kate Mullins, ATR-BC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fd0ca78-b518-4b28-8d96-e148903e54da/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kate Mullins
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22207
Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself or your teen, you are taking the first steps towards the goal of making lasting positive change.
Many of us spend so much time holding it all together. It takes courage to seek out someone during your most vulnerable moments, but we all need support sometimes. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist who sees adults and teens. I specialize in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harm and grief. I might be the right fit for you if you've ever struggled to accept yourself, and are looking for a space to feel heard and grow. I am passionate about helping clients renew their relationship with their body with a Health at Every Size approach.
Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself or your teen, you are taking the first steps towards the goal of making lasting positive change.
Many of us spend so much time holding it all together. It takes courage to seek out someone during your most vulnerable moments, but we all need support sometimes. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist who sees adults and teens. I specialize in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harm and grief. I might be the right fit for you if you've ever struggled to accept yourself, and are looking for a space to feel heard and grow. I am passionate about helping clients renew their relationship with their body with a Health at Every Size approach.
![Photo of Matt Levine, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46ba66df-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Summit Counseling provides child, adolescent, couples, and family therapy, eliciting strengths to achieve one's potential and well-being. Our clinicians are experienced working with a diverse population. We gently expose deeper issues that cause pain and process them in a compassionate way. We help clients generate their own positive experiences to further their behavior changes. We help clients stuck with negative thinking patterns. We work with clients struggling to accept change.
Summit Counseling provides child, adolescent, couples, and family therapy, eliciting strengths to achieve one's potential and well-being. Our clinicians are experienced working with a diverse population. We gently expose deeper issues that cause pain and process them in a compassionate way. We help clients generate their own positive experiences to further their behavior changes. We help clients stuck with negative thinking patterns. We work with clients struggling to accept change.
![Photo of Ioana Marcus, PhD, LPC, GEP, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d25791c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Ioana Marcus
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, GEP
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201
I work with adolescent and adult clients navigating anxiety and depression, recovery from eating disorders, trauma, developmental trauma/ adoption.
If you are tired of ruminating and feeling stuck in your life, I invite you to take a somatic and experiential approach. My practice is founded on creating a safe space for you to become your most authentic and healthy self. My work is focused not only on understanding your past experiences, whether family, relationships, traumas or mental health concerns that have been hindering your growth, but also supporting you to step into your life NOW. I will support you and walk the walk with you. We will explore how to fully live and thrive in the present, grow to your fullest potential, way beyond what you imagine for yourself.
I work with adolescent and adult clients navigating anxiety and depression, recovery from eating disorders, trauma, developmental trauma/ adoption.
If you are tired of ruminating and feeling stuck in your life, I invite you to take a somatic and experiential approach. My practice is founded on creating a safe space for you to become your most authentic and healthy self. My work is focused not only on understanding your past experiences, whether family, relationships, traumas or mental health concerns that have been hindering your growth, but also supporting you to step into your life NOW. I will support you and walk the walk with you. We will explore how to fully live and thrive in the present, grow to your fullest potential, way beyond what you imagine for yourself.
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Performance anxiety, mental skills in sport, injury recovery, adolescent athletes, elite athletes, women's issues, infertility, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship problems are among the many areas I can help with.
My passion is helping adults and adolescents achieve well-being and balance. As a licensed psychologist, I offer traditional counseling services. I specialize in sport psychology, adolescent & elite athletes, women's issues, & EMDR. As a CMPC & registered Sport Psychologist with the U.S. Olympic Committee, I offer services for adults & adolescents, and have the privilege of working with athletes from youth to professional and Olympic/elite. As a psychologist, I am licensed in multiple states (District ofColumbia, Virginia, Maryland, Texas, Colorado, and Florida) and able to offer services nationwide.
Performance anxiety, mental skills in sport, injury recovery, adolescent athletes, elite athletes, women's issues, infertility, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship problems are among the many areas I can help with.
My passion is helping adults and adolescents achieve well-being and balance. As a licensed psychologist, I offer traditional counseling services. I specialize in sport psychology, adolescent & elite athletes, women's issues, & EMDR. As a CMPC & registered Sport Psychologist with the U.S. Olympic Committee, I offer services for adults & adolescents, and have the privilege of working with athletes from youth to professional and Olympic/elite. As a psychologist, I am licensed in multiple states (District ofColumbia, Virginia, Maryland, Texas, Colorado, and Florida) and able to offer services nationwide.
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Hope Helton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22209 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck & like you need to make changes in your life to be happier & more fulfilled? Do things feel out of balance with your relationship with yourself & others? Do you find it harder to be kind to yourself than a stranger? I have experience in helping teen & adult clients, often going through major life transitions. With a goal to better manage stress and anxiety, work through relationship conflicts, improve motivation, & self esteem. We'll address your whole self, mind, body & spirit, to find a balance through cognitive therapy, as well as mindfulness, encouraging yoga & artistic expression to better know yourself.
Are you feeling stuck & like you need to make changes in your life to be happier & more fulfilled? Do things feel out of balance with your relationship with yourself & others? Do you find it harder to be kind to yourself than a stranger? I have experience in helping teen & adult clients, often going through major life transitions. With a goal to better manage stress and anxiety, work through relationship conflicts, improve motivation, & self esteem. We'll address your whole self, mind, body & spirit, to find a balance through cognitive therapy, as well as mindfulness, encouraging yoga & artistic expression to better know yourself.
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Matt Mullenix
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22210 (Online Only)
I specialize in teen, college aged and adult individuals who experience anxiety, depression, trauma and so much more.
Dealing with mental health symptoms that seem too difficult to take on alone? Do you struggle to fit in, feel misunderstood or that your voice isn't heard? Allow my warm, relaxed and non-judgmental style provide you with a safe and welcoming space to share. Together, let's explore your unique journey to help gather insight, explore emotions, and develop coping skills. Let's help you heal and regain a newfound sense of self and meaning as we set achievable goals, and cultivate resiliency in all facets of life. If you're ready for a collaborative and empowering therapeutic experience, reach out—because your well-being matters.
I specialize in teen, college aged and adult individuals who experience anxiety, depression, trauma and so much more.
Dealing with mental health symptoms that seem too difficult to take on alone? Do you struggle to fit in, feel misunderstood or that your voice isn't heard? Allow my warm, relaxed and non-judgmental style provide you with a safe and welcoming space to share. Together, let's explore your unique journey to help gather insight, explore emotions, and develop coping skills. Let's help you heal and regain a newfound sense of self and meaning as we set achievable goals, and cultivate resiliency in all facets of life. If you're ready for a collaborative and empowering therapeutic experience, reach out—because your well-being matters.
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Kelly Furr
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22205 (Online Only)
I help many teen clients and their parents learn how to navigate tough issues together.
I work with clients who are athletes or other high achievers who are struggling with stress or balance in their lives. Many of my clients generally function well but need to work through a relationship issue, or want to learn to better manage anxiety. Many of my clients are also working through identity issues related to gender or sexuality, faith crisis work, motherhood, or being defined by their sports performance (i.e. Who am I besides someone who is really good at my sport?). An unhealthy emphasis on perfectionism when it comes to body image, performance, or religion is a common issue I help clients work through.
I help many teen clients and their parents learn how to navigate tough issues together.
I work with clients who are athletes or other high achievers who are struggling with stress or balance in their lives. Many of my clients generally function well but need to work through a relationship issue, or want to learn to better manage anxiety. Many of my clients are also working through identity issues related to gender or sexuality, faith crisis work, motherhood, or being defined by their sports performance (i.e. Who am I besides someone who is really good at my sport?). An unhealthy emphasis on perfectionism when it comes to body image, performance, or religion is a common issue I help clients work through.
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I endeavor to improve intimate and family relationships, strengthen parent-child/teenager relationships; understand the nature of one's anxiety and depression; grief, loss, and trauma; improving self-esteem; effectively managing job stress and improving job performance; addressing personal and societal struggles with racial & gender discrimination, gender identity, and sexual orientation issues.
For over twenty-five years I have been privileged to work alongside parents, children, adolescents and adults of all ages to understand the deeper meanings of troubling thoughts, feelings and behaviors and other symptoms of distress. My collaborative approach is grounded in enhancing personal growth and the innate human capacities for loving, giving, healing painful traumas, and increasing enjoyment of one's life. My therapeutic relationships are respectful, caring, and support the freedom to fully express one's experience, uniqueness, vitality, and engagement of the depth and breadth of human existence.
I endeavor to improve intimate and family relationships, strengthen parent-child/teenager relationships; understand the nature of one's anxiety and depression; grief, loss, and trauma; improving self-esteem; effectively managing job stress and improving job performance; addressing personal and societal struggles with racial & gender discrimination, gender identity, and sexual orientation issues.
For over twenty-five years I have been privileged to work alongside parents, children, adolescents and adults of all ages to understand the deeper meanings of troubling thoughts, feelings and behaviors and other symptoms of distress. My collaborative approach is grounded in enhancing personal growth and the innate human capacities for loving, giving, healing painful traumas, and increasing enjoyment of one's life. My therapeutic relationships are respectful, caring, and support the freedom to fully express one's experience, uniqueness, vitality, and engagement of the depth and breadth of human existence.
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Specialties include early childhood development, attachment issues and adoption, adolescent development, behavioral challenges, mind/body integration work, women's issues, and trauma treatment.
My practice is designed to help children, adolescents, and adults with healthy development, personal confidence, and more satisfying relationships. I offer individual and group therapy to help kids with labeling and identifying feelings, developing and maintaining friendships, reading social cues, and increasing self-esteem. In working with adults, I create a supportive environment to explore a better life balance, manage stress, and improve close relationships. I value comprehensive treatment, and work with schools and other professionals to assure positive treatment outcomes.
Specialties include early childhood development, attachment issues and adoption, adolescent development, behavioral challenges, mind/body integration work, women's issues, and trauma treatment.
My practice is designed to help children, adolescents, and adults with healthy development, personal confidence, and more satisfying relationships. I offer individual and group therapy to help kids with labeling and identifying feelings, developing and maintaining friendships, reading social cues, and increasing self-esteem. In working with adults, I create a supportive environment to explore a better life balance, manage stress, and improve close relationships. I value comprehensive treatment, and work with schools and other professionals to assure positive treatment outcomes.
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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.