Therapists for Teens in Mountain Lake, VA
Christina Ford-Shannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mountain Lake, VA 24136
I provide a therapeutic platform where the teenage client can ventilate their feelings in a neutral space but also expect gentle confrontation to develop deeper insight into their thinking and behavior patterns.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Virginia with 16 years of experience working with people navigating a variety of life circumstances. I enjoy 1:1 therapy using various therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and interpersonal therapy techniques to equip clients with better problem-solving, stress management, and coping skills. I have a passion for working with teenage clients experiencing depression, anxiety, and anger management issues.
I provide a therapeutic platform where the teenage client can ventilate their feelings in a neutral space but also expect gentle confrontation to develop deeper insight into their thinking and behavior patterns.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Virginia with 16 years of experience working with people navigating a variety of life circumstances. I enjoy 1:1 therapy using various therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and interpersonal therapy techniques to equip clients with better problem-solving, stress management, and coping skills. I have a passion for working with teenage clients experiencing depression, anxiety, and anger management issues.
Renee Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. She is purposeful and passionate about helping individuals at all life stages address and conquer challenges. Renee specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, motivational issues, and the fallout caused by major life transitions. Renee spent 15 years in a hospital setting performing emergency evaluations, case management, and social work interventions.
Renee Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. She is purposeful and passionate about helping individuals at all life stages address and conquer challenges. Renee specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, motivational issues, and the fallout caused by major life transitions. Renee spent 15 years in a hospital setting performing emergency evaluations, case management, and social work interventions.
Michael Orndoff is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 4 years of experience in the field of Social Work. He is passionate about helping adults, adolescents, and couples manage their own unique challenges in their daily life. Michael specializes in relationship issues, depression, career concerns, anger management, building self-esteem, and parenting concerns. Michael completed his Master's Degree in Social Work from Norfolk State University and his Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Virginia Wesleyan University.
Michael Orndoff is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 4 years of experience in the field of Social Work. He is passionate about helping adults, adolescents, and couples manage their own unique challenges in their daily life. Michael specializes in relationship issues, depression, career concerns, anger management, building self-esteem, and parenting concerns. Michael completed his Master's Degree in Social Work from Norfolk State University and his Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Virginia Wesleyan University.
More Therapists Nearby
Abundant Life Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ripplemead, VA 24150
I have experience working with teenage and adult clients who want to grow spiritually and personally, even through symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Do you need a better way to cope with anxiety or depression? You may need help finding practical strategies & skills to help you not only get through your day, but improve your ability to navigate school or work, relational, and spiritual challenges. You may need a safe place to talk about your beliefs or doubts. Maybe life has changed, and you can't seem to adjust. Maybe it all has become too much, & self-worth, health, and things that were once so important have taken a hit. You would like to feel happy and hopeful again. Or at least have some tools so that you feel a sense of positive progress and growth.
I have experience working with teenage and adult clients who want to grow spiritually and personally, even through symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Do you need a better way to cope with anxiety or depression? You may need help finding practical strategies & skills to help you not only get through your day, but improve your ability to navigate school or work, relational, and spiritual challenges. You may need a safe place to talk about your beliefs or doubts. Maybe life has changed, and you can't seem to adjust. Maybe it all has become too much, & self-worth, health, and things that were once so important have taken a hit. You would like to feel happy and hopeful again. Or at least have some tools so that you feel a sense of positive progress and growth.
Hello! My name is Erin Janovec. I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. My approach to therapy is a humanistic and integrated approach that considers each individual's unique needs. I am certified in EMDR and trained in TF-CBT. I have worked with clients ranging from young to old with varying diagnoses. I have experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and more.
Hello! My name is Erin Janovec. I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. My approach to therapy is a humanistic and integrated approach that considers each individual's unique needs. I am certified in EMDR and trained in TF-CBT. I have worked with clients ranging from young to old with varying diagnoses. I have experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and more.
Theresa Aileen Shuart
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pearisburg, VA 24134
Ms. Theresa Shuart is a Clinical Fellow in the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists with more than 35 years’ experience working with patients in the mental health field, helping people of all ages (age 3 and above), and she specializes in marriage and family therapy and loves working with children. Her clientele is diverse; she works with individuals, couples, and families. Typical treatment issues include anxiety, depression, behavioral problems; blended families; marriage issues, and military family issues.
Ms. Theresa Shuart is a Clinical Fellow in the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists with more than 35 years’ experience working with patients in the mental health field, helping people of all ages (age 3 and above), and she specializes in marriage and family therapy and loves working with children. Her clientele is diverse; she works with individuals, couples, and families. Typical treatment issues include anxiety, depression, behavioral problems; blended families; marriage issues, and military family issues.
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 20 years. I have worked with men, women, teens, and families on various issues. Sometimes that work involved helping them through a particular incident or life change that overwhelmed them. Other times, our work centered around longstanding topics of depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. With years of both institutional and outpatient experience, I enjoy helping people move from a place they can no longer tolerate to one where they feel happier and more effective. I also provide clinical supervision for LPC residents.
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 20 years. I have worked with men, women, teens, and families on various issues. Sometimes that work involved helping them through a particular incident or life change that overwhelmed them. Other times, our work centered around longstanding topics of depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. With years of both institutional and outpatient experience, I enjoy helping people move from a place they can no longer tolerate to one where they feel happier and more effective. I also provide clinical supervision for LPC residents.
I have worked with many adults, children, adolescents, and families throughout the New River Valley over my twenty years in the social work field.
I am a graduate from Radford University earning a Bachelors Degree with a focus on social work. I received a Masters of Social Work from Radford in 2014 and began working toward being a LCSW. I received my LCSW in 2017 and have been working in outpatient therapy since. I have experience with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, anger management, parenting issues, personality disorders, trauma, and grief. I work from a strength-based perspective with a client-centered style.
I have worked with many adults, children, adolescents, and families throughout the New River Valley over my twenty years in the social work field.
I am a graduate from Radford University earning a Bachelors Degree with a focus on social work. I received a Masters of Social Work from Radford in 2014 and began working toward being a LCSW. I received my LCSW in 2017 and have been working in outpatient therapy since. I have experience with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, anger management, parenting issues, personality disorders, trauma, and grief. I work from a strength-based perspective with a client-centered style.
E. Hope Bradbury
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Blacksburg, VA 24060 (Online Only)
Feeling upside down? Hopeless? Like you’re a hamster on a spinning wheel, out in the middle of the ocean? Well, that’s okay and I’d love to help you work through these challenges. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable and unconditionally supported as we work together towards solutions. You are in control, you are the expert in your life and I am here to help provide guidance in an unbiased atmosphere, while we work collaboratively to find the balance that brings you peace.
Feeling upside down? Hopeless? Like you’re a hamster on a spinning wheel, out in the middle of the ocean? Well, that’s okay and I’d love to help you work through these challenges. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable and unconditionally supported as we work together towards solutions. You are in control, you are the expert in your life and I am here to help provide guidance in an unbiased atmosphere, while we work collaboratively to find the balance that brings you peace.
Amanda Hardwick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT, CACYFSW
Verified Verified
Pearisburg, VA 24134
Not accepting new clients
I am a therapist with experience in both school-based and in-home settings working with ADD/ADHD, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, dual diagnosis, anger management, trauma and grief/loss to name a few while working with adults, children, adolescents and families providing support, training and crisis interventions.
I love working with individuals and families and have been for 8 years in the New River Valley in a wide variety of roles. My approach is tailored for each client, situation and goal to find what works best for each unique individual. I use an eclectic approach and embrace a person-centered philosophy to best meet my client's needs and take joy in helping others explore and achieve personal goals to live a healthier and happier life.
I am a therapist with experience in both school-based and in-home settings working with ADD/ADHD, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, dual diagnosis, anger management, trauma and grief/loss to name a few while working with adults, children, adolescents and families providing support, training and crisis interventions.
I love working with individuals and families and have been for 8 years in the New River Valley in a wide variety of roles. My approach is tailored for each client, situation and goal to find what works best for each unique individual. I use an eclectic approach and embrace a person-centered philosophy to best meet my client's needs and take joy in helping others explore and achieve personal goals to live a healthier and happier life.
Online Therapists
As an LPC, I specialize in supporting adolescent and adult clients experiencing difficulties with life transitions, career challenges, self-esteem, managing stress,.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have been practicing since 2014. I have a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Radford University (1992), Master of Arts in Education from Norfolk State University (1997), and Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University (2015). I was a high school teacher for 21 years teaching students with special needs before beginning my career in clinical counseling.
As an LPC, I specialize in supporting adolescent and adult clients experiencing difficulties with life transitions, career challenges, self-esteem, managing stress,.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have been practicing since 2014. I have a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Radford University (1992), Master of Arts in Education from Norfolk State University (1997), and Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University (2015). I was a high school teacher for 21 years teaching students with special needs before beginning my career in clinical counseling.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Roanoke
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24019
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.
Bryan John Prinzivalli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24504
My areas of specialty include adolescent counseling having worked with children with ADHD, PTSD, Various forms of depression, ODD, Conduct Disorder, ASD and RAD, etc.
Having worked extensively with children, adolescents and their families, I would say my ideal client is pre- teen to adult working through behavioral struggles including impulse control, defiance, hyperactivity, etc. I work closely with and honor the family unit and also work with couples, relationship and marriage counseling for the betterment of that unit. I also have worked with and specialize in treatment of dual diagnosis, particularly when addictive behaviors are a primary concern. Being trained in ASAM criteria I also work with additive behaviors in both adolescent and adults.
My areas of specialty include adolescent counseling having worked with children with ADHD, PTSD, Various forms of depression, ODD, Conduct Disorder, ASD and RAD, etc.
Having worked extensively with children, adolescents and their families, I would say my ideal client is pre- teen to adult working through behavioral struggles including impulse control, defiance, hyperactivity, etc. I work closely with and honor the family unit and also work with couples, relationship and marriage counseling for the betterment of that unit. I also have worked with and specialize in treatment of dual diagnosis, particularly when addictive behaviors are a primary concern. Being trained in ASAM criteria I also work with additive behaviors in both adolescent and adults.
While we specialize in treating adolescent girls and women at Empower Counseling, we welcome all clients. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families who are looking for a supportive and goal directed therapist with a collaborative approach to change. My goal is to help my clients become a more confident and empowered version of themselves, build on their strengths and work through the challenges and conflicts that are an inevitable part of life.
While we specialize in treating adolescent girls and women at Empower Counseling, we welcome all clients. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families who are looking for a supportive and goal directed therapist with a collaborative approach to change. My goal is to help my clients become a more confident and empowered version of themselves, build on their strengths and work through the challenges and conflicts that are an inevitable part of life.
Charlotte B. Miller Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Danville, VA 24541
In addition, my practice focuses on individual therapy, relationships, couples counseling as well as family and adolescent parenting issues.
Emotional distress often surfaces in many different life situations including grief, loss of a job, infidelity, relationship issues, parenting concerns, constant worry, anxiety and depression and is often triggered by everyday life situations. I empathize with your need to get past your distressing thoughts and memories, and I will diligently and caringly work side-by- side with you to feel calm and safe again.
In addition, my practice focuses on individual therapy, relationships, couples counseling as well as family and adolescent parenting issues.
Emotional distress often surfaces in many different life situations including grief, loss of a job, infidelity, relationship issues, parenting concerns, constant worry, anxiety and depression and is often triggered by everyday life situations. I empathize with your need to get past your distressing thoughts and memories, and I will diligently and caringly work side-by- side with you to feel calm and safe again.
Shimila Keenum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amherst, VA 24521
Shimila Keenum is a licensed clinical social worker and registered nurse. Her specialties include trauma, depression, anger management, anxiety, substance use, borderline personality disorder, parental coaching, grief and loss, relationship issues, marriage and family problems, child and adolescent behavioral challenges. Shimila's clinical approach is focused on meeting you with safety and compassion right where you are on your path. She will work with you to support your connection with your own intrinsic resources and healing rhythms while also offering life skills to parts of you that may find them helpful on your journey.
Shimila Keenum is a licensed clinical social worker and registered nurse. Her specialties include trauma, depression, anger management, anxiety, substance use, borderline personality disorder, parental coaching, grief and loss, relationship issues, marriage and family problems, child and adolescent behavioral challenges. Shimila's clinical approach is focused on meeting you with safety and compassion right where you are on your path. She will work with you to support your connection with your own intrinsic resources and healing rhythms while also offering life skills to parts of you that may find them helpful on your journey.
Through play therapy, art therapy, and person-centered approaches, children and adolescents can learn the tools to cope with life's challenges in a positive and healthy way.
Sometimes we as people just get stuck. When you're a child or adolescent, that may look like anxiety, overwhelm, aggression, isolation, and more. However, we also have the hope and possibility to be unstuck, we just may need some new tools to get there - that's where counseling comes in. Healing and growth and wellness are all possible and worth working for, and asking for help is sometimes the first step.
Through play therapy, art therapy, and person-centered approaches, children and adolescents can learn the tools to cope with life's challenges in a positive and healthy way.
Sometimes we as people just get stuck. When you're a child or adolescent, that may look like anxiety, overwhelm, aggression, isolation, and more. However, we also have the hope and possibility to be unstuck, we just may need some new tools to get there - that's where counseling comes in. Healing and growth and wellness are all possible and worth working for, and asking for help is sometimes the first step.
Berkley Holston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24503
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked in the community mental health setting, acute psychiatric inpatient (child & adolescent) hospital, conducted forensic evaluations to assess juvenile competency to stand trial, and provide group and individual therapy.
I was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, but have had the amazing opportunity to live and work all over the country including: Washington, DC; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL and Boulder, CO. Lynchburg is by far my favorite place and I was happy to return home in 2005. I enjoy cooking, gardening, reading and spending time with my family and friends. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2003 with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Community Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Counseling.
I have worked in the community mental health setting, acute psychiatric inpatient (child & adolescent) hospital, conducted forensic evaluations to assess juvenile competency to stand trial, and provide group and individual therapy.
I was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, but have had the amazing opportunity to live and work all over the country including: Washington, DC; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL and Boulder, CO. Lynchburg is by far my favorite place and I was happy to return home in 2005. I enjoy cooking, gardening, reading and spending time with my family and friends. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2003 with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Community Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Counseling.
Otis G. Whigham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Restoring Peace Counseling Services offers sessions for teens, adults, couples, and families, as well as groups to assist in healing past hurts affecting present progress.
Are you or your teen suffering to overcome past hurt, trauma, or depression? Does your marriage or relationship seem to be falling apart? Do you find yourself feeling anxious, having trouble making decisions, and wishing for peace in your life? With evening and weekend hours available, we offer individual, couple, family, and group counseling to assist people like you with these and many other issues.
Restoring Peace Counseling Services offers sessions for teens, adults, couples, and families, as well as groups to assist in healing past hurts affecting present progress.
Are you or your teen suffering to overcome past hurt, trauma, or depression? Does your marriage or relationship seem to be falling apart? Do you find yourself feeling anxious, having trouble making decisions, and wishing for peace in your life? With evening and weekend hours available, we offer individual, couple, family, and group counseling to assist people like you with these and many other issues.
Joy Groves
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mouth Of Wilson, VA 24363
I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in mental health, private practice and school settings.
I am an experienced counselor who is truly invested in helping individuals and families make their lives better and find joy in life. Whether you have concerns for your child, teen, or for yourself, rest assured that life can feel better than it does for you right now. I am a compassionate listener who will help you develop new perspectives and skills to navigate the challenges affecting you and your family. I will encourage you, help you grow into your best self, and enhance your significant relationships. My approach is holistic, incorporating the spiritual values that are important to you.
I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in mental health, private practice and school settings.
I am an experienced counselor who is truly invested in helping individuals and families make their lives better and find joy in life. Whether you have concerns for your child, teen, or for yourself, rest assured that life can feel better than it does for you right now. I am a compassionate listener who will help you develop new perspectives and skills to navigate the challenges affecting you and your family. I will encourage you, help you grow into your best self, and enhance your significant relationships. My approach is holistic, incorporating the spiritual values that are important to you.
See more therapy options for Mountain Lake
Nearby Teen Therapists Searches for Mountain Lake
- Blacksburg
- Cave Spring
- Christiansburg
- Daleville
- Floyd
- Hollins
- Radford
- Roanoke
- Salem
- Troutville
- Vinton
- Wytheville
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.