Therapists for Teens in Pickens County, AL

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 38 years of Clinical experience and am currently in Private Practice. I have a passion for helping others through life's challenges to become the best they can be. I have a wealth of knowledge and expertise with numerous issues and have provided counseling and supportive services to clients with mental health and non-mental health needs. I have seen people come in broken and in despair and after therapy, terminate with success and triumph equipped with the necessary tools and techniques to navigate life's challenges as they arise successfully.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 38 years of Clinical experience and am currently in Private Practice. I have a passion for helping others through life's challenges to become the best they can be. I have a wealth of knowledge and expertise with numerous issues and have provided counseling and supportive services to clients with mental health and non-mental health needs. I have seen people come in broken and in despair and after therapy, terminate with success and triumph equipped with the necessary tools and techniques to navigate life's challenges as they arise successfully.

I am interested in you. I believe that every individual has the strength and endurance to make it through whatever unfolds in their life. Stages and seasons of life bring all kinds of difficulties and struggles. Whether you need to work through past trauma or present circumstances, I want to help you find the peace and quality of life you desire. I offer a safe space to explore and identify thoughts, learn to regulate emotions, and assist an individual or group in coping with the stress of everyday life.
I am interested in you. I believe that every individual has the strength and endurance to make it through whatever unfolds in their life. Stages and seasons of life bring all kinds of difficulties and struggles. Whether you need to work through past trauma or present circumstances, I want to help you find the peace and quality of life you desire. I offer a safe space to explore and identify thoughts, learn to regulate emotions, and assist an individual or group in coping with the stress of everyday life.
Online Therapists

Does your child or teen seem anxious or worried?
If you, your child, or your teen are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or at a loss of what to do, you’ve come to the right place. I have over 18 years of experience providing and supervising counseling and advocacy services and specialize in working with children and teens struggling with anxiety and depression.
Does your child or teen seem anxious or worried?
If you, your child, or your teen are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or at a loss of what to do, you’ve come to the right place. I have over 18 years of experience providing and supervising counseling and advocacy services and specialize in working with children and teens struggling with anxiety and depression.

I have specialized certification with alcohol and drug counseling and accept adolescent and adult clients from age 14 and above.
Through person-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and life plan development, I will support you to a stronger, more confident, healthier life.
I have specialized certification with alcohol and drug counseling and accept adolescent and adult clients from age 14 and above.
Through person-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and life plan development, I will support you to a stronger, more confident, healthier life.

My graduate training dealt with adolescent male patients with behavioral problems, emotional intelligence deficiencies, sexual abuse history and suicidal gestures and ideations.
We treat children, adolescents and adults with behavioral issues, mood disorders, developmental and personality disorders. I work with parents to develop behavioral plans for their homes and families to supplement the therapy done with their children/adolescents in my office.
My graduate training dealt with adolescent male patients with behavioral problems, emotional intelligence deficiencies, sexual abuse history and suicidal gestures and ideations.
We treat children, adolescents and adults with behavioral issues, mood disorders, developmental and personality disorders. I work with parents to develop behavioral plans for their homes and families to supplement the therapy done with their children/adolescents in my office.

Whether your unhappiness is defined as an adolescent suffering from bullying, a spouse in a marriage that's lost its passion, a parent concerned with dysfunction in your family, or an individual struggling with grief, depression, or anxiety, I am here to help.
As a therapist, I believe in the importance of establishing a genuine, collaborative relationship with my clients. Therapy is a two way interaction & the client/therapist relationship is vital for a successful experience. Through a culturally-sensitive, behavioral, and solution-focused approach, I will guide you along your path to becoming your best self.
Whether your unhappiness is defined as an adolescent suffering from bullying, a spouse in a marriage that's lost its passion, a parent concerned with dysfunction in your family, or an individual struggling with grief, depression, or anxiety, I am here to help.
As a therapist, I believe in the importance of establishing a genuine, collaborative relationship with my clients. Therapy is a two way interaction & the client/therapist relationship is vital for a successful experience. Through a culturally-sensitive, behavioral, and solution-focused approach, I will guide you along your path to becoming your best self.

Whether you're navigating relationship struggles, parenting a teenager, dealing with anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed with life stress, real change starts with a fresh perspective.
If you're facing anxiety or depression, we’ll work to uncover a sense of calm and stability, For couples, I help foster goodwill, communication, and deeper understanding so you can rebuild trust and connection. With teens and young adults, we’ll address challenges like stress, self-doubt, and family dynamics in a way that fosters resilience and confidence.
Whether you're navigating relationship struggles, parenting a teenager, dealing with anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed with life stress, real change starts with a fresh perspective.
If you're facing anxiety or depression, we’ll work to uncover a sense of calm and stability, For couples, I help foster goodwill, communication, and deeper understanding so you can rebuild trust and connection. With teens and young adults, we’ll address challenges like stress, self-doubt, and family dynamics in a way that fosters resilience and confidence.

I decided to start a career in mental health because a therapist saved my life when I was a teenager.
I have experience in working with adults of all ages and children ages 3 and up. I have worked with clients with a wide variety of presenting problems, including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, issues related to attachment, low self-esteem, schizophrenia, ADHD, OCD, codependency, and gender dysphoria.
I decided to start a career in mental health because a therapist saved my life when I was a teenager.
I have experience in working with adults of all ages and children ages 3 and up. I have worked with clients with a wide variety of presenting problems, including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, issues related to attachment, low self-esteem, schizophrenia, ADHD, OCD, codependency, and gender dysphoria.

ACA Counseling Alexis Sapp
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC-S, LPC
5 Endorsed
Hoover, AL 35244
She is passionate about the impact of counseling during childhood and adolescent years.
I am a Licensed Professional and National Board Certified Counselor. My work experience includes working with homeless and abused youth, working with teens in a therapeutic home environment, working as a contracted counselor for DHR, and 10 years of work as a Professional School Counselor. I have worked as a Private Practitioner for the last 7 years.
She is passionate about the impact of counseling during childhood and adolescent years.
I am a Licensed Professional and National Board Certified Counselor. My work experience includes working with homeless and abused youth, working with teens in a therapeutic home environment, working as a contracted counselor for DHR, and 10 years of work as a Professional School Counselor. I have worked as a Private Practitioner for the last 7 years.

We have specific training in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), a parent-based treatment program for treating child and adolescent anxiety disorders.
Anxiety & OCD Treatment Services is a specialty clinic that strives to provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment for those who are suffering from anxiety and OCD, and who otherwise may not have access to specialized therapy services. We work with children, adolescents, and adults, offering both individual and parent-based therapy.
We have specific training in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), a parent-based treatment program for treating child and adolescent anxiety disorders.
Anxiety & OCD Treatment Services is a specialty clinic that strives to provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment for those who are suffering from anxiety and OCD, and who otherwise may not have access to specialized therapy services. We work with children, adolescents, and adults, offering both individual and parent-based therapy.

I am an Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor I have worked with women and adolescent survivors of abusive relationships(physical(sexual), emotional, mental)
It has been said: "God uses our deepest pain as a launchpad for our highest calling". However, a lot of the times we become immobilized aka "stuck" by the pains we have endured. My goal in counseling is to remind believers and non-believers that there is hope past the pain, shame, and doubt they are experiencing; through modalities of individual, couples, family and pre-marital counseling. Do not let shame and doubt rule over you any longer but instead gain insight and authenticity as you understand your Creator, your process and yourself more fully.
I am an Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor I have worked with women and adolescent survivors of abusive relationships(physical(sexual), emotional, mental)
It has been said: "God uses our deepest pain as a launchpad for our highest calling". However, a lot of the times we become immobilized aka "stuck" by the pains we have endured. My goal in counseling is to remind believers and non-believers that there is hope past the pain, shame, and doubt they are experiencing; through modalities of individual, couples, family and pre-marital counseling. Do not let shame and doubt rule over you any longer but instead gain insight and authenticity as you understand your Creator, your process and yourself more fully.

I see women and older teen girls.
When you are carrying a lot, more than most people can see, it's hard to know how to move forward. Maybe it's the constant mental load, pressures of everyday life, past wounds or new ones. Everyone deserves a place to be seen and met with gentleness - when you need to take a breath and exhale. Whether you're a stay at home mom, working mom, in college, in ministry or somewhere in between, sometimes life can feel like too much.
I see women and older teen girls.
When you are carrying a lot, more than most people can see, it's hard to know how to move forward. Maybe it's the constant mental load, pressures of everyday life, past wounds or new ones. Everyone deserves a place to be seen and met with gentleness - when you need to take a breath and exhale. Whether you're a stay at home mom, working mom, in college, in ministry or somewhere in between, sometimes life can feel like too much.

I also have a particular passion for working with adolescent girls as they learn to find balance in their lives.
I began my career as a therapist over 20 years ago working with women, adolescents, children and families. I'm passionate about seeing my clients thrive in their lives and relationships. I'm inspired by the resiliency of people and love watching them grow in their ability to better handle their circumstances. I work hard to create a warm, comfortable environment for you to explore your experiences, change your current situation and build the life you want. I am focused on giving each client practical tools they can use in their every day life.
I also have a particular passion for working with adolescent girls as they learn to find balance in their lives.
I began my career as a therapist over 20 years ago working with women, adolescents, children and families. I'm passionate about seeing my clients thrive in their lives and relationships. I'm inspired by the resiliency of people and love watching them grow in their ability to better handle their circumstances. I work hard to create a warm, comfortable environment for you to explore your experiences, change your current situation and build the life you want. I am focused on giving each client practical tools they can use in their every day life.

NOW Accepting Child and Adolescent Clients!
Specialties include experience working with Adolescents, Young Adults, Anxiety, Relationship Obstacles, Stress Management, Anger Management and Trauma Informed Care.
NOW Accepting Child and Adolescent Clients!
Specialties include experience working with Adolescents, Young Adults, Anxiety, Relationship Obstacles, Stress Management, Anger Management and Trauma Informed Care.

Navigate the waters of being a teenager and managing your parents and teacher's expectations?
Let SanaVita Therapy be your pathway to a healthy life. We are a small, boutique practice which focuses on personal growth, self-realization and introspection, overcoming trauma and maintaining healthy relationships. Because we are person centered, our office is ADA compliant and we offer sessions throughout the week, making it easy to accommodate you.
Navigate the waters of being a teenager and managing your parents and teacher's expectations?
Let SanaVita Therapy be your pathway to a healthy life. We are a small, boutique practice which focuses on personal growth, self-realization and introspection, overcoming trauma and maintaining healthy relationships. Because we are person centered, our office is ADA compliant and we offer sessions throughout the week, making it easy to accommodate you.

Bailey offers a multi-dimensional, holistic and individualized approach of trauma-focused therapy in a safe, supportive child/ adolescent friendly environment.
Through early intervention, we are able to foster good mental and physical health by helping children heal and recover from trauma. Trauma-focused therapy emphasizes understanding how the traumatic experience impacts a child’s mental, behavioral, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.
Bailey offers a multi-dimensional, holistic and individualized approach of trauma-focused therapy in a safe, supportive child/ adolescent friendly environment.
Through early intervention, we are able to foster good mental and physical health by helping children heal and recover from trauma. Trauma-focused therapy emphasizes understanding how the traumatic experience impacts a child’s mental, behavioral, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Whether you’re a high-achieving woman juggling stress, a teen girl feeling overwhelmed by social pressures, or a new mom struggling with the emotional ups and downs of pregnancy and postpartum—I’m here to help.
I help high-functioning women manage stress and anxiety, support women navigating the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood, and guide teen girls struggling with self-esteem and relationships. Using evidence-based techniques like CBT and mindfulness, I offer a safe, compassionate space for healing, personal growth, and building confidence.
Whether you’re a high-achieving woman juggling stress, a teen girl feeling overwhelmed by social pressures, or a new mom struggling with the emotional ups and downs of pregnancy and postpartum—I’m here to help.
I help high-functioning women manage stress and anxiety, support women navigating the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood, and guide teen girls struggling with self-esteem and relationships. Using evidence-based techniques like CBT and mindfulness, I offer a safe, compassionate space for healing, personal growth, and building confidence.

I specialize in working with adult and adolescent male clients age 13 and older.
Now taking BCBS Insurance! I have a special interest in counseling male clients age 13 and up. I also specialize in seeing women who prefer to see a male counselor. Helping men with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life events, and helping them navigate the world through the male perspective is a passion of mine. I help men break the stigma of therapy to get the help they need and deserve. I help clients with issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, addiction, anger management, family conflict, communication, trauma, behavioral concerns, relationship problems, and many more.
I specialize in working with adult and adolescent male clients age 13 and older.
Now taking BCBS Insurance! I have a special interest in counseling male clients age 13 and up. I also specialize in seeing women who prefer to see a male counselor. Helping men with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life events, and helping them navigate the world through the male perspective is a passion of mine. I help men break the stigma of therapy to get the help they need and deserve. I help clients with issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, addiction, anger management, family conflict, communication, trauma, behavioral concerns, relationship problems, and many more.

Over 5 years as inpatient pediatric psychotherapist at Children's of Alabama: Children's Behavioral Health-Inpatient Units and Psychiatric Emergency (PIRC), serving children from 3-19 and their caregivers; parenting, women's issues, child/ adolescent therapy, pre- and post-adoption: adoptees and adopters, weight issues, identity - professional and personal, work/life balance
We are the generation raised by parents of the 50s, 60s, and 70s. We were pushed into college and graduate school because our parents worked so hard for us to have the freedom to get higher education and “professional” careers, so we better not forget or squander their sacrifices, right? We entered the workforce in droves as doctors, accountants, nurses, bankers, therapists, business owners, IT specialists, lawyers, clergy, teachers, social workers, etc., and lost who we are at our core.
Over 5 years as inpatient pediatric psychotherapist at Children's of Alabama: Children's Behavioral Health-Inpatient Units and Psychiatric Emergency (PIRC), serving children from 3-19 and their caregivers; parenting, women's issues, child/ adolescent therapy, pre- and post-adoption: adoptees and adopters, weight issues, identity - professional and personal, work/life balance
We are the generation raised by parents of the 50s, 60s, and 70s. We were pushed into college and graduate school because our parents worked so hard for us to have the freedom to get higher education and “professional” careers, so we better not forget or squander their sacrifices, right? We entered the workforce in droves as doctors, accountants, nurses, bankers, therapists, business owners, IT specialists, lawyers, clergy, teachers, social workers, etc., and lost who we are at our core.

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.
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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.