Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Phoenix, AZ
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC), licensed speech therapist (SLT) & licensed American sign language (ASL) interpreter. I work with adults, children, & couples. My practice offers premier concierge, in office and telehealth services. I work with survivors of sex trafficking, domestic violence, other lived traumatic experiences, addiction, severe mental illness & other diagnoses through trauma-informed integration of treatments including EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, expressive art therapy, play therapy, among other therapeutic modalities.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC), licensed speech therapist (SLT) & licensed American sign language (ASL) interpreter. I work with adults, children, & couples. My practice offers premier concierge, in office and telehealth services. I work with survivors of sex trafficking, domestic violence, other lived traumatic experiences, addiction, severe mental illness & other diagnoses through trauma-informed integration of treatments including EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, expressive art therapy, play therapy, among other therapeutic modalities.
I work with adolescents and emerging adults navigating anxiety, identity development, and life transitions.
I view therapy as a collaborative process. Together, we’ll explore challenges at a pace that feels safe and manageable, building insight, self-compassion, and practical tools for change. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, capable, and confident as you move forward.
I work with adolescents and emerging adults navigating anxiety, identity development, and life transitions.
I view therapy as a collaborative process. Together, we’ll explore challenges at a pace that feels safe and manageable, building insight, self-compassion, and practical tools for change. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, capable, and confident as you move forward.
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Debbie is an integrative therapist who believes an individual's beliefs influence their ability to heal and create meaningful change. She empowers clients to recognize their strengths, capabilities, and resilience while developing practical solutions to life's challenges. Debbie provides a supportive and comfortable environment where clients can openly explore concerns and work toward personal growth. Her goal is to help individuals build a stronger mind, body, and spirit while creating a successful path toward healing and lasting wellness.
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Debbie is an integrative therapist who believes an individual's beliefs influence their ability to heal and create meaningful change. She empowers clients to recognize their strengths, capabilities, and resilience while developing practical solutions to life's challenges. Debbie provides a supportive and comfortable environment where clients can openly explore concerns and work toward personal growth. Her goal is to help individuals build a stronger mind, body, and spirit while creating a successful path toward healing and lasting wellness.
I am offering ADHD coaching for adults and teen with a history of delivering remarkable results to get your life back on track.
I am your licensed clinical psychologist specializing in PTSD, trauma, ADHD, and ASD. I am authorized to practice telepsychology in over 42 states (via PSYPACT), I can be available to you, even when you travel, your portable psychologist. I provide expert psychological evaluations, neurodivergent-affirming care, and evidence-based treatments tailored to the complex intersection of trauma and neurodevelopment, for adults and children. My approach centers on understanding how trauma and neurodivergence intersect, as conditions like ADHD and ASD can make individuals more vulnerable to trauma exposure and impact how they process it.
I am offering ADHD coaching for adults and teen with a history of delivering remarkable results to get your life back on track.
I am your licensed clinical psychologist specializing in PTSD, trauma, ADHD, and ASD. I am authorized to practice telepsychology in over 42 states (via PSYPACT), I can be available to you, even when you travel, your portable psychologist. I provide expert psychological evaluations, neurodivergent-affirming care, and evidence-based treatments tailored to the complex intersection of trauma and neurodevelopment, for adults and children. My approach centers on understanding how trauma and neurodivergence intersect, as conditions like ADHD and ASD can make individuals more vulnerable to trauma exposure and impact how they process it.
Hello, I’m Patricia Davila, a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to supporting teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
In our first few sessions, you can expect a supportive and relaxed environment where we focus on getting to know you, understanding your goals, and identifying patterns that may be keeping you stuck. We’ll move at your pace while beginning to build practical tools you can start using right away.
Hello, I’m Patricia Davila, a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to supporting teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
In our first few sessions, you can expect a supportive and relaxed environment where we focus on getting to know you, understanding your goals, and identifying patterns that may be keeping you stuck. We’ll move at your pace while beginning to build practical tools you can start using right away.
Jasmine Buirse-Gerberding
Counselor, MS, LAC, ASDCS
9 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, whether they’re a child building social-emotional skills, a teen navigating identity and friendships, or an adult managing anxiety, life transitions, grief, depression, ADHD, autism, or other neurodivergent experiences,.
As an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS), I support neurodivergent kids, teens, and adults with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and SEL needs. I use CBT, DBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, play therapy, and expressive arts to build coping skills, confidence, and emotional balance.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, whether they’re a child building social-emotional skills, a teen navigating identity and friendships, or an adult managing anxiety, life transitions, grief, depression, ADHD, autism, or other neurodivergent experiences,.
As an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS), I support neurodivergent kids, teens, and adults with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and SEL needs. I use CBT, DBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, play therapy, and expressive arts to build coping skills, confidence, and emotional balance.
I provide therapy to children and teens (ages 3-18), families, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression and PTSD symptoms.
I know that seeking support can feel overwhelming and even intimidating. It's okay to feel that way, and I'm here to offer a safe space for you. I believe therapy is about finding your future self and leading with vulnerability and authenticity. It is special to experience when humans are able to make connection and learn all parts of themselves. You don’t have to face this alone; I’m honored to be part of your path toward healing.
I provide therapy to children and teens (ages 3-18), families, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression and PTSD symptoms.
I know that seeking support can feel overwhelming and even intimidating. It's okay to feel that way, and I'm here to offer a safe space for you. I believe therapy is about finding your future self and leading with vulnerability and authenticity. It is special to experience when humans are able to make connection and learn all parts of themselves. You don’t have to face this alone; I’m honored to be part of your path toward healing.
I work with adults, adolescents, and families who are ready to learn how to regulate their nervous system and gain self-compassion.
I specialize in supporting neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD and executive functioning challenges. With over 15 years of experience, I help clients navigate difficulties with nervous system regulation, planning, task initiation, focus, and follow-through, creating practical strategies that work with their brains, not against them.
I work with adults, adolescents, and families who are ready to learn how to regulate their nervous system and gain self-compassion.
I specialize in supporting neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD and executive functioning challenges. With over 15 years of experience, I help clients navigate difficulties with nervous system regulation, planning, task initiation, focus, and follow-through, creating practical strategies that work with their brains, not against them.
I help children (Ages 6+), teens, and families navigate the challenges that feel overwhelming — anxiety, emotional outbursts, ADHD, trauma, school stress, and big feelings that kids don’t yet have the words for.
Support for Teens
Adolescents often come to me feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or shut down. I help teens explore their emotions, strengthen coping skills, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Therapy for Adults
I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, parenting challenges, and major life transitions.
I help children (Ages 6+), teens, and families navigate the challenges that feel overwhelming — anxiety, emotional outbursts, ADHD, trauma, school stress, and big feelings that kids don’t yet have the words for.
Support for Teens
Adolescents often come to me feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or shut down. I help teens explore their emotions, strengthen coping skills, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Therapy for Adults
I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, parenting challenges, and major life transitions.
Getting sober can be hard! I provide my clients with insight, support, empathy, and purpose as they walk down the road of recovery by helping them make sense of their world and clean up their wreckage. Most people have very little to no understanding of why they use and all they do know is that their addiction is destroying their relationships, ruining their health, and hurting their stability and well-being in life. I can help you understand the underlying reasons why your addiction may be there and how to overcome and be free. I am very familiar with the challenges of getting sober and am here to help with your struggles!
Getting sober can be hard! I provide my clients with insight, support, empathy, and purpose as they walk down the road of recovery by helping them make sense of their world and clean up their wreckage. Most people have very little to no understanding of why they use and all they do know is that their addiction is destroying their relationships, ruining their health, and hurting their stability and well-being in life. I can help you understand the underlying reasons why your addiction may be there and how to overcome and be free. I am very familiar with the challenges of getting sober and am here to help with your struggles!
Your restoration journey starts here. I'm Joel Whiteside, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate the intricate path of personal healing and growth. With a passion for fostering resilience and empowering my clients, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore, understand, and transform your life. I approach each client with genuine compassion and empathy, where you can feel heard and understood. I believe in addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. We will work together towards your goals, work through the struggles, and celebrate the wins.
Your restoration journey starts here. I'm Joel Whiteside, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate the intricate path of personal healing and growth. With a passion for fostering resilience and empowering my clients, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore, understand, and transform your life. I approach each client with genuine compassion and empathy, where you can feel heard and understood. I believe in addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. We will work together towards your goals, work through the struggles, and celebrate the wins.
I work with all age groups, but I have always been passionate about working with children, especially adolescents.
Hello. My name is Chrissi, and I know life can sometimes be challenging. Maybe it has been for a while, and you do not know where to start, or something has just recently happened to you that you want to work through. In any case, I am here to help you and find a way together to make life better again. I want to find a way to get better as a team and use your personal skills and strengths.
I work with all age groups, but I have always been passionate about working with children, especially adolescents.
Hello. My name is Chrissi, and I know life can sometimes be challenging. Maybe it has been for a while, and you do not know where to start, or something has just recently happened to you that you want to work through. In any case, I am here to help you and find a way together to make life better again. I want to find a way to get better as a team and use your personal skills and strengths.
I have a passion for supporting others in building healthy relationships, establishing safe boundaries, and fostering intimate connections. Often times, we struggle with overwhelming thoughts and unpleasant emotions; identifying and communicating what we need in those moments is even tougher! Here, you'll find a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where we will work together to navigate the challenges you're facing. With a collaborative approach, we'll develop strategies to help you manage difficult thoughts and emotions while learning how to process and communicate with your loved ones.
I have a passion for supporting others in building healthy relationships, establishing safe boundaries, and fostering intimate connections. Often times, we struggle with overwhelming thoughts and unpleasant emotions; identifying and communicating what we need in those moments is even tougher! Here, you'll find a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where we will work together to navigate the challenges you're facing. With a collaborative approach, we'll develop strategies to help you manage difficult thoughts and emotions while learning how to process and communicate with your loved ones.
On the surface, you are thoughtful, capable, and perfectly composed. But underneath, the ways you have always managed your life—by staying strong, productive, and attuned to everyone else—have stopped working. For individuals, this shows up as a quiet storm of anxiety, self-doubt, or boundary lines that leave you feeling neglected. For couples, it surfaces as a painful emotional distance or the frustration of speaking without feeling truly understood. I offer a slower, highly intentional space to move past survival and into true freedom. Offer in-person in AZ, virtually in AZ, NJ and FL.
On the surface, you are thoughtful, capable, and perfectly composed. But underneath, the ways you have always managed your life—by staying strong, productive, and attuned to everyone else—have stopped working. For individuals, this shows up as a quiet storm of anxiety, self-doubt, or boundary lines that leave you feeling neglected. For couples, it surfaces as a painful emotional distance or the frustration of speaking without feeling truly understood. I offer a slower, highly intentional space to move past survival and into true freedom. Offer in-person in AZ, virtually in AZ, NJ and FL.
I LIKE TO FOCUS IN / ON WHAT YOU ARE EXPERIENCING IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP LIFE, WORK LIFE AND INNER FEELINGS AND THOUGHTS. TO FOCUS IN / ON EXPERIENCE IS TO BECOME AWARE OF YOUR EXPERIENCE IN DETAIL, IN GREAT DETAIL SO YOU CAN FIND A GROUND. TO BE IN YOUR GROUND IS TO BE CONTENT.
I WORK WITH COUPLES, INDIVIDUALS, GAYS AND LESBIANS. SPANISH SPEAKING PROVIDED.
I HAVE HAD 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A THERAPIST AND TRAINED THERAPISTS TO DO GESTALT THERAPY FOR 30 YEARS. PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE AT HTTP://PHOENIXWOMENSCOUNSELING.COM
I LIKE TO FOCUS IN / ON WHAT YOU ARE EXPERIENCING IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP LIFE, WORK LIFE AND INNER FEELINGS AND THOUGHTS. TO FOCUS IN / ON EXPERIENCE IS TO BECOME AWARE OF YOUR EXPERIENCE IN DETAIL, IN GREAT DETAIL SO YOU CAN FIND A GROUND. TO BE IN YOUR GROUND IS TO BE CONTENT.
I WORK WITH COUPLES, INDIVIDUALS, GAYS AND LESBIANS. SPANISH SPEAKING PROVIDED.
I HAVE HAD 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A THERAPIST AND TRAINED THERAPISTS TO DO GESTALT THERAPY FOR 30 YEARS. PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE AT HTTP://PHOENIXWOMENSCOUNSELING.COM
My work centers on teens, adults, and couples with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety and depression, identity development, value clarification, stress resiliency, and peak performance.
I take a psychodynamic approach to counseling, and aim to balance past experience and present concerns with your future wellness goals. I also specialize in trauma-informed modalities, and emphasize a collaborative approach to treatment. Together, we will work to clarify your intentions and design a strategy for resilience in the long term.
My work centers on teens, adults, and couples with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety and depression, identity development, value clarification, stress resiliency, and peak performance.
I take a psychodynamic approach to counseling, and aim to balance past experience and present concerns with your future wellness goals. I also specialize in trauma-informed modalities, and emphasize a collaborative approach to treatment. Together, we will work to clarify your intentions and design a strategy for resilience in the long term.
24 years experience.
Bienvenido- Disfruto de trabajar con adultos y personas mayores. Oriento con amor y devoción el trabajo que toma el desarrollo psicológico individual. Respeto profundamente y opto por usar las técnicas más funcionales para apoyar el camino de su vida, allí donde su mente, cuerpo y corazón llaman.
Trabajo con el inconsciente y el cuerpo. Trabajo psicosomático y sanación tradicional. Sueños.
24 years experience.
Bienvenido- Disfruto de trabajar con adultos y personas mayores. Oriento con amor y devoción el trabajo que toma el desarrollo psicológico individual. Respeto profundamente y opto por usar las técnicas más funcionales para apoyar el camino de su vida, allí donde su mente, cuerpo y corazón llaman.
Trabajo con el inconsciente y el cuerpo. Trabajo psicosomático y sanación tradicional. Sueños.
I work with kids, teens, adults, and couples on the full range of mental health and relationship challenges: anxiety, depression, stress, communication breakdowns, emotional dysregulation, and more.
Something isn't working — and you're ready to change it. That's enough to start.
I work with kids, teens, adults, and couples on the full range of mental health and relationship challenges: anxiety, depression, stress, communication breakdowns, emotional dysregulation, and more.
Something isn't working — and you're ready to change it. That's enough to start.
I have over 10 years experience providing trauma treatment to adults, teens and families.
Accepting New Clients! In office for Arizona. Telehealth available for Arizona, Texas, and Idaho
Are you struggling with identity, past trauma, relationships, mood, or self-esteem? Facing these challenges alone can be overwhelming, but I’m here to help. Together, we’ll explore your concerns and work toward your personal goals. Using a trauma-focused, strengths-based, and cognitive behavioral approach, I aim to support you in building a healthier mindset and lifestyle. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified First Responder Counselor, and EMDR-trained therapist, I’m dedicated to helping you heal and thrive.
I have over 10 years experience providing trauma treatment to adults, teens and families.
Accepting New Clients! In office for Arizona. Telehealth available for Arizona, Texas, and Idaho
Are you struggling with identity, past trauma, relationships, mood, or self-esteem? Facing these challenges alone can be overwhelming, but I’m here to help. Together, we’ll explore your concerns and work toward your personal goals. Using a trauma-focused, strengths-based, and cognitive behavioral approach, I aim to support you in building a healthier mindset and lifestyle. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified First Responder Counselor, and EMDR-trained therapist, I’m dedicated to helping you heal and thrive.
Hi! I'm Ariannah, a mental health therapist who believes that every individual has a unique story to tell. My goal is to help you understand and accept your experiences in a way that promotes healing and growth.
While I specialize in perinatal mental health, I am not limited to helping you with any needs you may have. Some of my other specialties are anxiety, life transitions, depression, and stress management.
Hi! I'm Ariannah, a mental health therapist who believes that every individual has a unique story to tell. My goal is to help you understand and accept your experiences in a way that promotes healing and growth.
While I specialize in perinatal mental health, I am not limited to helping you with any needs you may have. Some of my other specialties are anxiety, life transitions, depression, and stress management.
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent 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.