Therapists for Teens in 32344
Michelle Fortier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Monticello, FL 32344
Waitlist for new clients
My specialty is working with adults and teens with emotional dysregulation, self-harming behaviors and difficulty with impulsive, destructive and self-destructive behavior. I also treat trauma both in adolescents and in adults. I offer fully adherent DBT. Adherent Dialectical Behavior Therapy has the most evidence showing it to be an effective treatment for suicidal people and people with Borderline Personality Disorder and BPD traits. At this current time we are the only practice in the Tallahassee area offering full protocol, adherent DBT which means you get the treatment that works best to help you or your teen stop suffering.
My specialty is working with adults and teens with emotional dysregulation, self-harming behaviors and difficulty with impulsive, destructive and self-destructive behavior. I also treat trauma both in adolescents and in adults. I offer fully adherent DBT. Adherent Dialectical Behavior Therapy has the most evidence showing it to be an effective treatment for suicidal people and people with Borderline Personality Disorder and BPD traits. At this current time we are the only practice in the Tallahassee area offering full protocol, adherent DBT which means you get the treatment that works best to help you or your teen stop suffering.
Nathan Macolly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Monticello, FL 32344
Welcome! Thank you for considering my services. Since earning my Master’s in Social Work from the University of TN Knoxville in 2004, I've practiced therapy across diverse settings. My approach blends empathy, compassion, coaching, and accountability, meeting clients where they are. I emphasize holistic wellness, aiming to enhance mental, physical, and spiritual health through a Whole Self Wellness perspective. Specializing in a Faith-Based (Christian) approach, I'm dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey towards wholeness.
Welcome! Thank you for considering my services. Since earning my Master’s in Social Work from the University of TN Knoxville in 2004, I've practiced therapy across diverse settings. My approach blends empathy, compassion, coaching, and accountability, meeting clients where they are. I emphasize holistic wellness, aiming to enhance mental, physical, and spiritual health through a Whole Self Wellness perspective. Specializing in a Faith-Based (Christian) approach, I'm dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey towards wholeness.
Sheree Collins
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Monticello, FL 32344
I believe it is important to provide a relaxed and supportive environment for clients to discuss their concerns, with tele-health psychotherapy and evaluations being available online through Thera-link. I strive to provide psychotherapy, psychological consultations, and clinical assessment that promote well-being, personal growth, increase in skills/knowledge base, and effectiveness for clients.
I believe it is important to provide a relaxed and supportive environment for clients to discuss their concerns, with tele-health psychotherapy and evaluations being available online through Thera-link. I strive to provide psychotherapy, psychological consultations, and clinical assessment that promote well-being, personal growth, increase in skills/knowledge base, and effectiveness for clients.
Rhonda Lugo
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monticello, FL 32344 (Online Only)
I am committed to Educating, Inspiring, and Empowering individuals to overcome adversity and personal challenges so that they can become the best version of themselves.
I am committed to Educating, Inspiring, and Empowering individuals to overcome adversity and personal challenges so that they can become the best version of themselves.
Leslie S Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monticello, FL 32344
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults to enhance family relationships and individual growth. I specialize in trauma resolution for the individual, as well as the family.
Divorce adjustment, adoption, blended families, school performance, conflict resolution, peer relationships, and grief & loss are additional areas often addressed in my work with families.
I enjoy working with parents, adding more tools to their "tool box," to assist with the various challenges in parenting.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults to enhance family relationships and individual growth. I specialize in trauma resolution for the individual, as well as the family.
Divorce adjustment, adoption, blended families, school performance, conflict resolution, peer relationships, and grief & loss are additional areas often addressed in my work with families.
I enjoy working with parents, adding more tools to their "tool box," to assist with the various challenges in parenting.
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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.