Therapists for Teens in 21056

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Anthony Wolff
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Gibson Island, MD 21056
Wolff’s special interests include child, adolescent, and adult psychotherapy, testing, child neuropsychology, attention deficit disorder, learning disabilities, custody and visitation matters, forensics, and deafness.
Anthony B. Wolff, a licensed psychologist, earned his degree from McGill University. He also holds a Master of Science in Computer Systems, and has worked as a professional musician. Dr. Wolff is on the medical staff of Anne Arundel Medical Center and was formerly a consulting psychologist with Pathways Chemical Dependency Program. He previously was a Research Scientist at Gallaudet University, Project Director for Children’s Services in the New York State Office of Mental Health, Chief Psychologist at the Albany County (NY) Mental Health Clinic, and adjunct faculty member at the State University of New York at Albany.
Wolff’s special interests include child, adolescent, and adult psychotherapy, testing, child neuropsychology, attention deficit disorder, learning disabilities, custody and visitation matters, forensics, and deafness.
Anthony B. Wolff, a licensed psychologist, earned his degree from McGill University. He also holds a Master of Science in Computer Systems, and has worked as a professional musician. Dr. Wolff is on the medical staff of Anne Arundel Medical Center and was formerly a consulting psychologist with Pathways Chemical Dependency Program. He previously was a Research Scientist at Gallaudet University, Project Director for Children’s Services in the New York State Office of Mental Health, Chief Psychologist at the Albany County (NY) Mental Health Clinic, and adjunct faculty member at the State University of New York at Albany.
(443) 290-5580 View (443) 290-5580
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Lori Simmons
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, DBT-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gibson Island, MD 21056  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you are seeking therapy, you’ve already been working so hard! A unique approach with concrete, directive interventions may be just what you’ve been looking for! I conduct individual and couples sessions, offer extended couples sessions and an intensive weekend option to expedite progress. This work emphasizes connection, alignment with values, forgiveness, acceptance, compassion, and living peacefully in the moment with a healthy sense of self. I can often help people who have been unsuccessful with therapy in the past, have had a return of symptoms after repeated therapy, or are reluctant to engage in the therapeutic process.
If you are seeking therapy, you’ve already been working so hard! A unique approach with concrete, directive interventions may be just what you’ve been looking for! I conduct individual and couples sessions, offer extended couples sessions and an intensive weekend option to expedite progress. This work emphasizes connection, alignment with values, forgiveness, acceptance, compassion, and living peacefully in the moment with a healthy sense of self. I can often help people who have been unsuccessful with therapy in the past, have had a return of symptoms after repeated therapy, or are reluctant to engage in the therapeutic process.
(410) 680-3541 View (410) 680-3541
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Scott Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Gibson Island, MD 21056
Dr Scott Smith, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with over 25 years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. He is a native of Severna Park and attended local schools. While at Severna Park High School he graduated with honors, captained the football team and was recognized by the National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete. Dr. Smith attended college at Washington and Lee University where he majored in psychology and minored in journalism. He was captain of the football team, awarded an ROTC scholarship, and selected as the Outstanding Psychology Student his senior year.
Dr Scott Smith, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with over 25 years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. He is a native of Severna Park and attended local schools. While at Severna Park High School he graduated with honors, captained the football team and was recognized by the National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete. Dr. Smith attended college at Washington and Lee University where he majored in psychology and minored in journalism. He was captain of the football team, awarded an ROTC scholarship, and selected as the Outstanding Psychology Student his senior year.
(443) 323-1683 View (443) 323-1683
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Devin Kiessling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Gibson Island, MD 21056
Devin Kiessling is a Licensed Certified Social Worker Clinical (LCSW-C). He is a graduate of the University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Social Work where he received his Master of Social Work with a clinical concentration in behavioral health. During his time at UMB, he completed two internships, the second of which was an international placement where he lived, interned, and studied in Kochi, Kerala, India. Devin has experience working with children and adolescents with multiple issues including behavioral problems such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress related disorders.
Devin Kiessling is a Licensed Certified Social Worker Clinical (LCSW-C). He is a graduate of the University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Social Work where he received his Master of Social Work with a clinical concentration in behavioral health. During his time at UMB, he completed two internships, the second of which was an international placement where he lived, interned, and studied in Kochi, Kerala, India. Devin has experience working with children and adolescents with multiple issues including behavioral problems such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress related disorders.
(443) 233-0831 View (443) 233-0831
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Kelini Coker
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Gibson Island, MD 21056
Kelini Coker is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland who has been practicing since 2018. She received her Bachelor's in Psychology and her Master's in Community Counseling at McDaniel College, where she cultivated her passion for serving others. Kelini moves at the client's pace, listens attentively, and makes sure the client feels comfortable to be themselves in order to best address therapy goals. Her heart's work is helping clients to navigate challenges due to life-event transitions, family of origin struggles, trauma, depression, anxiety, and identity formation.
Kelini Coker is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland who has been practicing since 2018. She received her Bachelor's in Psychology and her Master's in Community Counseling at McDaniel College, where she cultivated her passion for serving others. Kelini moves at the client's pace, listens attentively, and makes sure the client feels comfortable to be themselves in order to best address therapy goals. Her heart's work is helping clients to navigate challenges due to life-event transitions, family of origin struggles, trauma, depression, anxiety, and identity formation.
(443) 406-4021 View (443) 406-4021
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Intercultural Counseling and Neurodiveristy(ICAN)
Licensed Master Social Worker, DMFT, DHA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gibson Island, MD 21056  (Online Only)
Congratulations on taking the first step to a new beginning. ICAN offers counseling and coaching services, individual, marriage, and couples' therapy across the globe. Meetings are personalized and designed to support narcissistic abuse victims, clients with relationship and behavioral challenges, ADHD, and autism. As neurodivergent specialists, we would love to assist you during your transition from the life you have now to the life you want. ICAN specialists are passionate about helping clients maximize their healing journey by addressing problems caused by abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.
Congratulations on taking the first step to a new beginning. ICAN offers counseling and coaching services, individual, marriage, and couples' therapy across the globe. Meetings are personalized and designed to support narcissistic abuse victims, clients with relationship and behavioral challenges, ADHD, and autism. As neurodivergent specialists, we would love to assist you during your transition from the life you have now to the life you want. ICAN specialists are passionate about helping clients maximize their healing journey by addressing problems caused by abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.
(239) 388-7332 View (239) 388-7332
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Laurie Scheidle
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Gibson Island, MD 21056
Laurie has been practicing as a licensed clinical psychologist since 2011. Over the years she has learned that each individual she has had the honor to serve has been just that “ an individual, unlike any other. There is no cookie cutter approach to psychotherapy. The therapeutic services she provides is catered to each person, based on their goals, values, and capabilities as well as evidence-based research.
Laurie has been practicing as a licensed clinical psychologist since 2011. Over the years she has learned that each individual she has had the honor to serve has been just that “ an individual, unlike any other. There is no cookie cutter approach to psychotherapy. The therapeutic services she provides is catered to each person, based on their goals, values, and capabilities as well as evidence-based research.
(443) 888-2146 View (443) 888-2146
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Amber Lynn Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gibson Island, MD 21056  (Online Only)
I'm a licensed therapist with a specialization in ADHD, trauma, and anxiety. My role is to provide compassionate support, structure, validation, and tools to help you improve your mental health and accomplish your goals.
I'm a licensed therapist with a specialization in ADHD, trauma, and anxiety. My role is to provide compassionate support, structure, validation, and tools to help you improve your mental health and accomplish your goals.
(202) 902-6320 View (202) 902-6320

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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.