Therapists in 15825
Life Walk Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC, EMDR, CCTP, CCDPD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookville, PA 15825
Life can bring us many experiences, even ones we wish would have never happened, such as trauma. Healing from trauma can seem scary and difficult; however, with the support of a Specialist who is trained And has personal experience, I am hoping your life walk towards healing can seem less scary. We will work together to explore unhealed wounds & identify the parts that keep you stuck. I will meet you where you are and we will walk your healing journey together. Affirming and welcoming therapist. You are a beautiful mosaic meant to illuminate light; allow your healing to begin.
Life can bring us many experiences, even ones we wish would have never happened, such as trauma. Healing from trauma can seem scary and difficult; however, with the support of a Specialist who is trained And has personal experience, I am hoping your life walk towards healing can seem less scary. We will work together to explore unhealed wounds & identify the parts that keep you stuck. I will meet you where you are and we will walk your healing journey together. Affirming and welcoming therapist. You are a beautiful mosaic meant to illuminate light; allow your healing to begin.
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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.