Therapists for Teens in Washington, DC
The scope of my practice includes early childhood education and mental health, child development, parenting support, couples counseling, adolescent mentoring, women’s health, and expert collaboration with educational institutions.
My approach is very practical and direct. I focus on helping you gain greater clarity as I support you in making meaningful changes in your relationships, parenting, and professional pursuits. Success will be defined by you feeling that you have found a more authentic path toward contentment in your daily life.
The scope of my practice includes early childhood education and mental health, child development, parenting support, couples counseling, adolescent mentoring, women’s health, and expert collaboration with educational institutions.
My approach is very practical and direct. I focus on helping you gain greater clarity as I support you in making meaningful changes in your relationships, parenting, and professional pursuits. Success will be defined by you feeling that you have found a more authentic path toward contentment in your daily life.
Deardre McGuire, LICSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PLLC
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20016
I provide confidential individual, group and couples therapy to adult and adolescent clients with a broad range of issues, including: Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Unfulfilling relationships, Difficulty with work and school satisfaction, Substance and eating concerns Additionally, I have had extensive training in sexual assault, relationship violence and trauma.
Beginning therapy can be a difficult step. But if you find yourself stuck, repeating the same ineffective, undermining coping mechanisms and unable to manage your emotions, then it might be time to start working together to help you identify more effective and constructive approaches to achieve your goals.
I provide confidential individual, group and couples therapy to adult and adolescent clients with a broad range of issues, including: Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Unfulfilling relationships, Difficulty with work and school satisfaction, Substance and eating concerns Additionally, I have had extensive training in sexual assault, relationship violence and trauma.
Beginning therapy can be a difficult step. But if you find yourself stuck, repeating the same ineffective, undermining coping mechanisms and unable to manage your emotions, then it might be time to start working together to help you identify more effective and constructive approaches to achieve your goals.
I work with teen boys, young men, older men, and others who are looking for someone who can truly see and hear them.
I have a wide range of experience as both a supervisor and therapist. I’ve worked in community, medical, and emergency settings. I offer mentorship and guidance, along with clinical expertise on most mental health issues. I can also support you with areas that relate to mental health, like relationship and family difficulties.
I work with teen boys, young men, older men, and others who are looking for someone who can truly see and hear them.
I have a wide range of experience as both a supervisor and therapist. I’ve worked in community, medical, and emergency settings. I offer mentorship and guidance, along with clinical expertise on most mental health issues. I can also support you with areas that relate to mental health, like relationship and family difficulties.
Thriveworks Counseling &Psychiatry Washington,D.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Washington, DC 20045
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.
I work with both caregiver and child/ teen to establish realistic goals that don't lead to a perfect road but one that feels safe enough to travel.
I want to support you and your family by using evidence based models that empower both you and your child. I use play therapy modalities that are most appropriate for therapy with children. I also use play and other expressive therapies with teens.
I work with both caregiver and child/ teen to establish realistic goals that don't lead to a perfect road but one that feels safe enough to travel.
I want to support you and your family by using evidence based models that empower both you and your child. I use play therapy modalities that are most appropriate for therapy with children. I also use play and other expressive therapies with teens.
I'm also a Professor Emeritus at Catholic University's psychology department, where I have taught courses including family therapy and clinical interviewing, supervised clinical training, and conducted research including an ongoing project to enhance parent- teen and family relationships.
My areas of expertise include: (1) Adolescents and adults having difficulties managing stress, anxiety and worries, depression, and interpersonal problems. (2) Adolescents with challenges in their social relationships, academic motivation, and behavioral adjustment. Depending on the situation, I may address such problems with individual therapy, family therapy, or parenting work. (3) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in youth and adults: providing useful skills and techniques for living a more productive and satisfying life with ADHD. (4) Couple therapy: Helping couples to improve communication, rebuild or deepen trust or intimacy, or understand and re-shape unsatisfying or distressing patterns of interaction.
I'm also a Professor Emeritus at Catholic University's psychology department, where I have taught courses including family therapy and clinical interviewing, supervised clinical training, and conducted research including an ongoing project to enhance parent- teen and family relationships.
My areas of expertise include: (1) Adolescents and adults having difficulties managing stress, anxiety and worries, depression, and interpersonal problems. (2) Adolescents with challenges in their social relationships, academic motivation, and behavioral adjustment. Depending on the situation, I may address such problems with individual therapy, family therapy, or parenting work. (3) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in youth and adults: providing useful skills and techniques for living a more productive and satisfying life with ADHD. (4) Couple therapy: Helping couples to improve communication, rebuild or deepen trust or intimacy, or understand and re-shape unsatisfying or distressing patterns of interaction.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, communication, divorce, grief, relationships and behavior management. I am primarily cognitive behavioral and take an active role in therapy, challenging clients to explore alternative ways to deal with their issues while creating a trusting and caring environment. I am the founder and clinical director of District Therapy Associates, a psychotherapy practice with several diverse therapists who focus on child, adolescent, adult, family, marriage, and group therapy.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, communication, divorce, grief, relationships and behavior management. I am primarily cognitive behavioral and take an active role in therapy, challenging clients to explore alternative ways to deal with their issues while creating a trusting and caring environment. I am the founder and clinical director of District Therapy Associates, a psychotherapy practice with several diverse therapists who focus on child, adolescent, adult, family, marriage, and group therapy.
Serving a wide range of clients in a variety of treatment settings, I provide individual, family, and group counseling to both adolescent and adult populations.
I offer a variety of treatment options to match the intensity of the clients presenting problem, as well as, their preference for treatment. This may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other evidence-based practice techniques or self-help applications and tools.
Serving a wide range of clients in a variety of treatment settings, I provide individual, family, and group counseling to both adolescent and adult populations.
I offer a variety of treatment options to match the intensity of the clients presenting problem, as well as, their preference for treatment. This may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other evidence-based practice techniques or self-help applications and tools.
Is your Child or Teen having problems with anxiety, depression, or self-esteem issues?
Overall, I approach therapy from a culturally/racially sensitive perspective. I believe that one’s cultural experiences can significantly impact mental health and the ways that one chooses to cope. Therefore, I utilize an African-centered approach when working with clients. Additionally, I believe in empowering and teaching my clients skills and strategies
Is your Child or Teen having problems with anxiety, depression, or self-esteem issues?
Overall, I approach therapy from a culturally/racially sensitive perspective. I believe that one’s cultural experiences can significantly impact mental health and the ways that one chooses to cope. Therefore, I utilize an African-centered approach when working with clients. Additionally, I believe in empowering and teaching my clients skills and strategies
Dr. Malachi Richardson
Psychologist, PhD, MEd
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20004
Waitlist for new clients
I have expertise in adult and adolescent psychopathology, adolescent development, forensic assessment, and trauma exposure.
I am a Black male clinical psychologist providing therapeutic services across the DMV. I have a passion for work with clients who experience issues with self-esteem, grief, loss, anxiety, stress, and trauma. I am particularly invested in providing supportive therapeutic services to clients of color who struggle to maintain a healthy sense of self in the context of constant feelings of inadequacy. I work with adolescents and adults to examine the experiences that have caused self-damaging thoughts and reorient them toward a more positive relationships with themselves, their environments and the people around them.
I have expertise in adult and adolescent psychopathology, adolescent development, forensic assessment, and trauma exposure.
I am a Black male clinical psychologist providing therapeutic services across the DMV. I have a passion for work with clients who experience issues with self-esteem, grief, loss, anxiety, stress, and trauma. I am particularly invested in providing supportive therapeutic services to clients of color who struggle to maintain a healthy sense of self in the context of constant feelings of inadequacy. I work with adolescents and adults to examine the experiences that have caused self-damaging thoughts and reorient them toward a more positive relationships with themselves, their environments and the people around them.
Sheila Delvalle—Substance Abuse•Couples•Teens
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW, LGSW
Washington, DC 20005
I look forward to hearing your story and helping you, your teenager, or your relationship get back on track.
You can expect expert support with no judgment. You can get help rebuilding relationships with your family. Couples therapy can help you and your partner get back on track. You can regain intimacy and trust. Support for you, your relationship, and your adolescent children. Your teenager can get practical tools to help them thrive at home and in school.
I look forward to hearing your story and helping you, your teenager, or your relationship get back on track.
You can expect expert support with no judgment. You can get help rebuilding relationships with your family. Couples therapy can help you and your partner get back on track. You can regain intimacy and trust. Support for you, your relationship, and your adolescent children. Your teenager can get practical tools to help them thrive at home and in school.
Taneasha Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LGSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
If you're feeling like your child/tween/ teen has become a stranger, I can help.
Greetings! My name is Taneasha Clark and I am a psychotherapist at Revo Well. We are a tribe of extraordinary clinicians dedicated to REVOlutionizing WELLness in the BIPOC community. My passion is helping people navigate their unique journeys of self discovery and acceptance. I hold space for them to express their innermost feelings and facilitate processing them in a healthy way. We work collaboratively to develop and enhance skills to cope with depression, ADHD, anxiety, and other adversities. I am here to help you thrive. I specialize in working with adults, children/teens, and couples.
If you're feeling like your child/tween/ teen has become a stranger, I can help.
Greetings! My name is Taneasha Clark and I am a psychotherapist at Revo Well. We are a tribe of extraordinary clinicians dedicated to REVOlutionizing WELLness in the BIPOC community. My passion is helping people navigate their unique journeys of self discovery and acceptance. I hold space for them to express their innermost feelings and facilitate processing them in a healthy way. We work collaboratively to develop and enhance skills to cope with depression, ADHD, anxiety, and other adversities. I am here to help you thrive. I specialize in working with adults, children/teens, and couples.
Therapeutic Links Behavioral Health Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW
Washington, DC 20036
Whether you're a young adult navigating the pressure to "have it all figured out," a teen feeling misunderstood and overwhelmed, or someone facing a tough life transition, I offer a space where you can exhale.
My style is grounded, open, and collaborative. I use person-centered, strengths-based therapy to help you understand yourself and move forward. I may also integrate CBT or motivational interviewing. My goal is to help you build clarity, self-trust, and confidence in who you are.
Whether you're a young adult navigating the pressure to "have it all figured out," a teen feeling misunderstood and overwhelmed, or someone facing a tough life transition, I offer a space where you can exhale.
My style is grounded, open, and collaborative. I use person-centered, strengths-based therapy to help you understand yourself and move forward. I may also integrate CBT or motivational interviewing. My goal is to help you build clarity, self-trust, and confidence in who you are.
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.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who sees adolescent and adult clients for individual and couples therapy. I take an integrative CBT approach utilizing empirically supported treatments and focus on mood and anxiety disorders with specific clinical and research interests in depression, general anxiety, trauma, OCD, and mindfulness meditation. I specialize in treating eating disorders, body image, and self-esteem concerns. Therapy is a collaborative approach- with kindness and compassion we build trust and work together as a team to relieve symptoms and meet your goals for therapy.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who sees adolescent and adult clients for individual and couples therapy. I take an integrative CBT approach utilizing empirically supported treatments and focus on mood and anxiety disorders with specific clinical and research interests in depression, general anxiety, trauma, OCD, and mindfulness meditation. I specialize in treating eating disorders, body image, and self-esteem concerns. Therapy is a collaborative approach- with kindness and compassion we build trust and work together as a team to relieve symptoms and meet your goals for therapy.
We are a multicultural and multi-lingual practice offering therapeutic services to children, teenager, and adults.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) I specialize in helping individuals enhance their lives. I believe in a collaborative approach, where we work together towards achieving your personal goals. I offer support, help you confront your fears, and push you to grow.
We are a multicultural and multi-lingual practice offering therapeutic services to children, teenager, and adults.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) I specialize in helping individuals enhance their lives. I believe in a collaborative approach, where we work together towards achieving your personal goals. I offer support, help you confront your fears, and push you to grow.
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychoanalyst.
In addition to my work with creative and ambitious adults, I work with young children and adolescents to increase harmony, pleasure and satisfaction in life. I treat people who are underachieving in work or school despite clear talent; overachieving in work or school yet at a high price; people who are highly anxious; people who feel hopeless about change; people who are trying to achieve greatness in sports or career; and people who know they deserve so much more but for whom it feels elusive. Let's strengthen your capacity to hear yourself better so your relationships and creativity can continue to flourish.
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychoanalyst.
In addition to my work with creative and ambitious adults, I work with young children and adolescents to increase harmony, pleasure and satisfaction in life. I treat people who are underachieving in work or school despite clear talent; overachieving in work or school yet at a high price; people who are highly anxious; people who feel hopeless about change; people who are trying to achieve greatness in sports or career; and people who know they deserve so much more but for whom it feels elusive. Let's strengthen your capacity to hear yourself better so your relationships and creativity can continue to flourish.
I am accepting new child and adolescent clients for virtual therapeutic services.
Greetings! My name is Jasmin Miller and I'm a psychotherapist at RevoWell. We are a tribe of extraordinary clinicians dedicated to REVOlutionizing WELLness in the BIPOC community. I specialize in working with young people navigating challenges like ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, difficult family dynamics, and interpersonal struggles. My goal is to help children and teens find, accept, and love themselves. I use evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused and Strength-Based Therapies, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of the young people I serve.
I am accepting new child and adolescent clients for virtual therapeutic services.
Greetings! My name is Jasmin Miller and I'm a psychotherapist at RevoWell. We are a tribe of extraordinary clinicians dedicated to REVOlutionizing WELLness in the BIPOC community. I specialize in working with young people navigating challenges like ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, difficult family dynamics, and interpersonal struggles. My goal is to help children and teens find, accept, and love themselves. I use evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused and Strength-Based Therapies, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of the young people I serve.
We are a multicultural and multi-lingual practice offering therapeutic services to children, teenager, adults, and members of the LGBTQ+ and Hispanic communities.
I have been working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for 10 years with individuals trying to better their lives. I've always been passionate about helping people navigate life transitions, stress, self-esteem issues, and relationship dynamics, particularly through an attachment lens.
We are a multicultural and multi-lingual practice offering therapeutic services to children, teenager, adults, and members of the LGBTQ+ and Hispanic communities.
I have been working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for 10 years with individuals trying to better their lives. I've always been passionate about helping people navigate life transitions, stress, self-esteem issues, and relationship dynamics, particularly through an attachment lens.
Beyond trauma, I also have a special focus in the treatment of self-injury, sexuality and sex therapy, eating disorders, adolescent concerns, and the emotional impact of injustice and oppression.
I’ve had the privilege of working in the mental health field for over 18 years, supporting individuals with a wide range of life experiences. I bring an eclectic and individualized approach to therapy, honoring the uniqueness of each person’s story and the strengths they carry into the healing process. My work is deeply rooted in trauma care, and I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual violence, childhood abuse, domestic violence, and military combat trauma. I pay close attention to how trauma impacts both the brain and body, and I integrate that mind-body connection into our work together in meaningful and empowering ways.
Beyond trauma, I also have a special focus in the treatment of self-injury, sexuality and sex therapy, eating disorders, adolescent concerns, and the emotional impact of injustice and oppression.
I’ve had the privilege of working in the mental health field for over 18 years, supporting individuals with a wide range of life experiences. I bring an eclectic and individualized approach to therapy, honoring the uniqueness of each person’s story and the strengths they carry into the healing process. My work is deeply rooted in trauma care, and I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual violence, childhood abuse, domestic violence, and military combat trauma. I pay close attention to how trauma impacts both the brain and body, and I integrate that mind-body connection into our work together in meaningful and empowering ways.
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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.