Therapists for Teens in 60007

As a licensed clinical psychologist, I view my role as guiding individuals along a journey of self-discovery and growth. I assist people in gaining insight into their issues and finding solutions to their problems by providing direction, encouragement, support, and hope. In order for positive changes to occur, a person must begin to modify his or her dysfunctional thinking patterns and unhealthy behaviors. From a solution focused approach, I work with my clients in a collaborative relationship to strengthen their sense of self and improve their quality of life.

My ideal client is the individual adolescent, individual adult or family system facing challenging experiences and needing skilled guidance getting back to homeostasis. Homeostasis are the needed variables that help regulate the individual and or family system toward stability. I encourage clients to form an alliance with me, allowing safe, and vulnerable therapeutic experiences to occur . Once our alliance is safely formed, we will work interactively, to gain understanding, develop skills and revisit challenges. Challenges that are safely exposed, processed and skillfully revisited, allow self-awareness and self - acceptance to become incorporated into the whole self, increasing the quality of ones' life.

Hello and welcome. My name is Pattie and I’m the founder of Caring Compass. I strive to empower young individuals and their families to navigate life’s challenges with strength, kindness and compassion. I’ve spent the last 20+ years working with children and families as a school social worker. My areas of clinical specialty include autism, pathological demand avoidance, developmental delays, ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders, behavioral challenges, parent coaching and IEP advocacy.

Everyone has times when feelings of being disconnected, sad, angry, overwhelmed, or anxious, get in the way of achieving happiness and growth. I can help you get back on track. My goal is to provide a respectful, caring and supportive environment. Together we will identify your strengths and build new strategies to deal with obstacles, so that you can lead a more satisfying and meaningful life. I want to empower you to develop ways to cope with stress, improve communication, and manage emotions and behaviors as you face life challenges.

How do you choose the right therapist? You want change, a smooth running productive life, but your usual patterns aren't working. The "right" mix between you and your therapist, is the most important predictor of successful results, but how do you find the "one" ideally suited for you? my 25 yrs have taught me to build the "ideal" therapy alliance for your unique issues. As college professor, author of "retrain your brain reshape your body", and physiologic psychologist I bring integrative approaches, incorporating physical factors, diet, stress, coping strategies, current life challenges and interpersonal relationships to help you thrive!.

Life is complicated and it often leaves us feeling out of control. This feeling of being powerless can lead to suffering, and forces us to make changes in order to go on. That's what I do; I help people with making changes, whether they are trying to change their thoughts, feelings or behavior. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy focused on the personal needs and strengths of my clients. The work is rooted in building a strong relationship based on trust, understanding, and respect, that challenges individuals to learn about themselves, and to use that knowledge to implement meaningful changes in their lives.

Relationships can be a source of fulfillment to draw from in our lives. Often, however, miscommunication, old habits, physiological issues and daily stress create barriers preventing them from being a source of happiness and strength. Therapy can help break down barriers to improve communication, decrease conflict and increase emotional and physical intimacy. I specialize in the respectful and confidential treatment of relationship and sexual concerns. I believe in utilizing an open, honest, and sex-positive approach to help assess your unique personal goals and assist you in developing more positive and fulfilling relationships- with your self and with your partner.

Everyone needs a little help sometimes on their journey toward mental well-being. I am here to create a safe environment that will support you on your path toward change. Whether you are seeking help for your family, your relationship, or yourself, I want to be on your team.

What do you require most to navigate your life through the labyrinth of work, relationships and community? I am available to explore your questions with you, and to support you to awaken to your own potential. I believe we are all striving to achieve a sense of authentic happiness, fulfillment, and joy in all we do. Yet, sometimes we find that beliefs we hold, thoughts we think, or the habits that come to govern our actions fail to bring us the outcomes we desire. I enjoy working with people who want to learn how to access their inner experience for forward movement toward positive life changes.

You can feel better! Imagine what life would be like if you felt free of anxiety, anger, and depression. Any difficult emotion or situation you may be struggling with can cause you to feel "stuck" and helpless. The negative thoughts and unhelpful behavior patterns you fall into create obstacles and challenges in your life. All of that can be changed. You can meet your goals and live a happy successful life. I would like to help you make that happen. Together we will identify the thoughts and behaviors that create misery instead of happiness.

Are you or your family having problems? Arlington Psychological treats many concerns, especially Anxiety, Depression, Anger, and Couples' Issues. Are you having problems with intrusive thoughts, intense fears and worries, difficulties with sadness and grief, poor focus? How about chronic irritability, frustration, or family arguments? These problems can affect school, work, or your home life. We treat all school aged children, young adults, college students, and adults, including career professionals, couples, and families. Our experts have unique specialties that can help.

Relationship Solutions Center focuses on improving self-esteem and how self-esteem impacts your mental health concerns/disorder, developing a lifelong plan for managing your symptoms, understanding the factors that influenced your self-esteem and working to repair challenging and reframing your thoughts, strengthening your communication skills or learning to create and maintain healthy boundaries. Our specialties are Alternative Dispute Resolution, Alternative Sexualities, Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression), Depression and Relationship Counseling.

I have worked in the area of mental health for over thirty years: first as a special educator and then as a licensed clinical psychologist serving children, adults and couples from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds. I am ecclectic in approach using elements from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Theory and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is critical for change and that the work must be done in a setting of trust and mutual respect. My special interests include working with individuals and couples on relationship issues and problems related to self-esteem, anxiety, and depression.

If you are looking for a therapist, it can be a very difficult choice. It is a deeply personal relationship, because that person will know you as well as anyone. The relationship is about functioning with less stress and anxiety, without depression holding you down, with relationships that are honest and healthy, and with real connection to family, friends and your highest self. Therapy is a conversation with yourself, facilitated by another, to bring about change in some area of your life. Change your mind and change your life! LGBTQ friendly and experienced. Tele-Health ready

"I work on providing individualized treatment to those who wish to explore ways to overcome obstacles or change behaviors interfering with their lives. The thought of therapy can be daunting. However, we can find freedom in better understanding our thoughts and emotions that lead to maladaptive behaviors and negative thinking patterns."

I am passionate about teens and adults feel more confident in certain areas of their lives and reach their greatest potential. My role is to help you navigate the challenges that make it difficult for you to live a more fulfilling life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), I specialize in the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy, and focus on working collaboratively with clients to create lasting change in their lives. Whether it’s counseling for depression, anxiety, substance abuse, family therapy, or Christian counseling, I empower clients by using their strengths to evaluate areas of improvement.

Life is challenging. So many ebbs and flows. I recognize that and would love to help you on your journey. We can all use a little support from time to time. Relationships can be difficult to manage. Setting (and keeping) boundaries at home, at work, or within relationships is hard work. If you or your child are looking for support with issues such as anxiety, depression, bullying, domestic violence, abuse or trauma, I'd love to help. I use creative therapy techniques in-person and via tele-health to support you or your child.

I am experienced in offering client centered therapy for a variety of issues including anger management, depression, anxiety, and PTSD and trauma. I am trained in EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy. I offer evening appointments in person or virtually.