Therapists for Teens in Coral Gables, FL
I am in the private practice of psychotherapy and psychoanalysis with adult and adolescent patients who, despite their innate capacities, are experiencing difficulties in relationships, academics or career. Our work focuses on identifying and dealing with those issues which are outside of awareness, but are interfering with the freedom to succeed in the various areas or their lives; e.g.. interpersonal relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic trauma, medical trauma, difficulty in finding intimacy, and academic and creative blocks.
I am in the private practice of psychotherapy and psychoanalysis with adult and adolescent patients who, despite their innate capacities, are experiencing difficulties in relationships, academics or career. Our work focuses on identifying and dealing with those issues which are outside of awareness, but are interfering with the freedom to succeed in the various areas or their lives; e.g.. interpersonal relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic trauma, medical trauma, difficulty in finding intimacy, and academic and creative blocks.
April Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Coral Gables, FL 33134
We know what it is like to be struggling- I overcame anxiety as a teen, postpartum depression and improved relationship & family conflict.
The process of finding the right therapist can be overwhelming. Scrolling through endless lists, guessing if this person might be a good fit. We are here to take away the guessing game & get you real help now. We help you feel like yourself again, feeling confident, less stressed and energized to enjoy the small moments of joy with your family again. You might be a parent worried about her teenager, a new mom not feeling herself, a young adult with anxiety or someone feeling lost in your marriage. Please reach out for a free 20 minute chat to see if we might be a good fit for you.... click here to schedule www.theheardcounseling.com
We know what it is like to be struggling- I overcame anxiety as a teen, postpartum depression and improved relationship & family conflict.
The process of finding the right therapist can be overwhelming. Scrolling through endless lists, guessing if this person might be a good fit. We are here to take away the guessing game & get you real help now. We help you feel like yourself again, feeling confident, less stressed and energized to enjoy the small moments of joy with your family again. You might be a parent worried about her teenager, a new mom not feeling herself, a young adult with anxiety or someone feeling lost in your marriage. Please reach out for a free 20 minute chat to see if we might be a good fit for you.... click here to schedule www.theheardcounseling.com
Kristy Estrada
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Together, we can illuminate the path toward healing and growth, with your adolescent at the center and my unwavering support and guidance along the way.
Are you seeking a compassionate and experienced therapist to help your adolescent navigate life's challenges and thrive? With a focus on empathy and client-centered care, I specialize in supporting adolescents through the complexities of substance use, anxiety, depression, and more. My goal is to empower your adolescent to build emotional regulation, self-esteem, effective communication, and social skills.
Together, we can illuminate the path toward healing and growth, with your adolescent at the center and my unwavering support and guidance along the way.
Are you seeking a compassionate and experienced therapist to help your adolescent navigate life's challenges and thrive? With a focus on empathy and client-centered care, I specialize in supporting adolescents through the complexities of substance use, anxiety, depression, and more. My goal is to empower your adolescent to build emotional regulation, self-esteem, effective communication, and social skills.
Ashley Beveridge Porcelli
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134 (Online Only)
As a therapist, my role is to guide you along the sometimes messy, yet always rewarding path toward achieving optimal wellness - whatever that might mean for you. Everyone deserves to feel like the best version of themselves and I want to help you get there. I have a passion for helping adolescent and young adult women navigate big life transitions, interpersonal difficulties, anxiety, general stress, body image and self esteem issues, people pleasing tendencies and perfectionism, break ups, troubles trying to conceive and more.
As a therapist, my role is to guide you along the sometimes messy, yet always rewarding path toward achieving optimal wellness - whatever that might mean for you. Everyone deserves to feel like the best version of themselves and I want to help you get there. I have a passion for helping adolescent and young adult women navigate big life transitions, interpersonal difficulties, anxiety, general stress, body image and self esteem issues, people pleasing tendencies and perfectionism, break ups, troubles trying to conceive and more.
In addition to individual and family therapy, I conduct groups to target social skills as well as mindfulness-based groups for adolescent girls.
I am a licensed psychologist who has experience providing services to children, adolescents, families, and young adults. In addition to treating anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, relationship issues, and other psychiatric conditions, I have specialized training working with individuals who have chronic medical conditions. I also have experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations. Through my integrative approach, I tailor therapeutic treatments to meet the needs of those with whom I work. I make it a priority to create a warm and nurturing environment, where patients feel safe and where growth is possible.
In addition to individual and family therapy, I conduct groups to target social skills as well as mindfulness-based groups for adolescent girls.
I am a licensed psychologist who has experience providing services to children, adolescents, families, and young adults. In addition to treating anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, relationship issues, and other psychiatric conditions, I have specialized training working with individuals who have chronic medical conditions. I also have experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations. Through my integrative approach, I tailor therapeutic treatments to meet the needs of those with whom I work. I make it a priority to create a warm and nurturing environment, where patients feel safe and where growth is possible.
Parents: when your child or teenager is suffering, your most pressing questions may include WHAT is happening to my child? WHY is this happening? HOW can I help them? I am here to provide answers, guidance, and concrete plans of action. I view YOU as the expert on your child and the leader of your child's treatment team. I will build a collaborative relationship with you based on mutual trust and respect, and I will empower you to guide your child to full and lasting recovery by providing education, coaching, and skills building.
Parents: when your child or teenager is suffering, your most pressing questions may include WHAT is happening to my child? WHY is this happening? HOW can I help them? I am here to provide answers, guidance, and concrete plans of action. I view YOU as the expert on your child and the leader of your child's treatment team. I will build a collaborative relationship with you based on mutual trust and respect, and I will empower you to guide your child to full and lasting recovery by providing education, coaching, and skills building.
If you are dealing with issues related to: Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Relationship Conflicts, Anger Management, Family Problems, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorders, Parenting Challenges, Teen Issues, Sexual Identity, Grief and other self defeating behaviors, our office can help improve the quality of your life.
Life is a balance of holding on and letting go. We all experience times in our lives when we feel a bit out of balance. Whether it's in our relationships, work life, or general well-being, balance is essential for fulfillment and happiness. Anxiety, depression, anger, conflict, stress and other self-defeating issues create imbalances. Therapy helps to restore, and many times creates, the balance that is needed in all of our lives.
If you are dealing with issues related to: Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Relationship Conflicts, Anger Management, Family Problems, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorders, Parenting Challenges, Teen Issues, Sexual Identity, Grief and other self defeating behaviors, our office can help improve the quality of your life.
Life is a balance of holding on and letting go. We all experience times in our lives when we feel a bit out of balance. Whether it's in our relationships, work life, or general well-being, balance is essential for fulfillment and happiness. Anxiety, depression, anger, conflict, stress and other self-defeating issues create imbalances. Therapy helps to restore, and many times creates, the balance that is needed in all of our lives.
Craigirita Ferguson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33146 (Online Only)
My communication style matches the clients I serve if I am working with a teen I am more upbeat to help engage the youth.
I am Craigirita Ferguson licensed in Florida with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
My communication style matches the clients I serve if I am working with a teen I am more upbeat to help engage the youth.
I am Craigirita Ferguson licensed in Florida with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Giselle Dejean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Gables, FL 33146 (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma, grief, LGBTQIA+ issues, and adolescent interventions.
Giselle Renee Dejean, LCSW. As a seasoned therapist with more than ten years of experience, my practice's aim is to empower clients to take control of their treatment while I offer an outsider's perspective on their roadblocks. My areas of focus include trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, gender identity issues, PTSD, and Personality disorder/Mood Disorders. I primarily practice a client-centered approach while maintaining a level of openness that provides my client with a safe space.
I specialize in trauma, grief, LGBTQIA+ issues, and adolescent interventions.
Giselle Renee Dejean, LCSW. As a seasoned therapist with more than ten years of experience, my practice's aim is to empower clients to take control of their treatment while I offer an outsider's perspective on their roadblocks. My areas of focus include trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, gender identity issues, PTSD, and Personality disorder/Mood Disorders. I primarily practice a client-centered approach while maintaining a level of openness that provides my client with a safe space.
Dr. Sarah Gilberg
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Gables, FL 33146
I provide individual and couples therapy with older teen and adult clients.
Are you ready to understand the root of your challenges and make meaningful change? Would you like improve your relationship with yourself and others? Are you struggling with the impacts of trauma, depression, or anxiety? Together, we will explore how your past experiences shape your present, as I believe that this will equip you to make intentional choices and live a more values-driven, fulfilling life. I value developing a compassionate, nonjudgemental, safe therapy relationship, which enables vulnerability and authenticity. In fact, the therapeutic relationship itself is often a means of facilitating change. Let's work together!
I provide individual and couples therapy with older teen and adult clients.
Are you ready to understand the root of your challenges and make meaningful change? Would you like improve your relationship with yourself and others? Are you struggling with the impacts of trauma, depression, or anxiety? Together, we will explore how your past experiences shape your present, as I believe that this will equip you to make intentional choices and live a more values-driven, fulfilling life. I value developing a compassionate, nonjudgemental, safe therapy relationship, which enables vulnerability and authenticity. In fact, the therapeutic relationship itself is often a means of facilitating change. Let's work together!
Additionally, I work with adolescent and emerging adults on identity development navigating challenges in work and love, and building a stronger sense of self.
I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the challenges they face and supporting their mental and emotional well-being. I have a deep understanding of the unique needs and developmental stages of children and young adults, allowing me to provide effective and compassionate care. One of my primary goals is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can feel comfortable expressing your thoughts and emotions. I believe in the power of building a strong therapeutic alliance. I offer individual therapy, group therapy and parent coaching.
Additionally, I work with adolescent and emerging adults on identity development navigating challenges in work and love, and building a stronger sense of self.
I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the challenges they face and supporting their mental and emotional well-being. I have a deep understanding of the unique needs and developmental stages of children and young adults, allowing me to provide effective and compassionate care. One of my primary goals is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can feel comfortable expressing your thoughts and emotions. I believe in the power of building a strong therapeutic alliance. I offer individual therapy, group therapy and parent coaching.
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Catherine Salum is a bilingual Licensed School Psychologist working in South Florida who specializes in Psycho-Educational Evaluations. Her professional focus is on conducting comprehensive evaluations that provide an action plan for your child, adolescent, or young adult to achieve their full academic and emotional potential. Catherine believes that every child has strengths and potential that are at times overlooked, therefore understanding their learning style as well as behavioral and emotional functioning can positively impact the delivery of their education.
Catherine Salum is a bilingual Licensed School Psychologist working in South Florida who specializes in Psycho-Educational Evaluations. Her professional focus is on conducting comprehensive evaluations that provide an action plan for your child, adolescent, or young adult to achieve their full academic and emotional potential. Catherine believes that every child has strengths and potential that are at times overlooked, therefore understanding their learning style as well as behavioral and emotional functioning can positively impact the delivery of their education.
Haydee Fuentes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC-QS, LCCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Coral Gables, FL 33134 (Online Only)
Whether you are a teen facing peer pressure, a young adult wanting pre-marital counseling, a woman facing infertility, or an elder struggling with grief, I am here to help.
Your journey and challenges are unique to you, which is why I am not a “one-size-fits-all,” therapist. Knowing your story is very important to me. In partnership, we will empower your inner strength, foster resilience, and pave the way to lasting healing. With new skills, confidence, and my support you WILL thrive and conquer the future. You'll receive empathy, compassion, dignity, and respect in a non-judgmental safe space, where you’ll be heard and validated. Lasting transformation and success ARE within reach. With 23 years of experience, my clients often describe me as caring, and approachable. Let's dare to believe together!
Whether you are a teen facing peer pressure, a young adult wanting pre-marital counseling, a woman facing infertility, or an elder struggling with grief, I am here to help.
Your journey and challenges are unique to you, which is why I am not a “one-size-fits-all,” therapist. Knowing your story is very important to me. In partnership, we will empower your inner strength, foster resilience, and pave the way to lasting healing. With new skills, confidence, and my support you WILL thrive and conquer the future. You'll receive empathy, compassion, dignity, and respect in a non-judgmental safe space, where you’ll be heard and validated. Lasting transformation and success ARE within reach. With 23 years of experience, my clients often describe me as caring, and approachable. Let's dare to believe together!
I specialize in a wide variety of client populations and issues including but not limited to trauma, relationship issues, grief, OCD, mood disorders, anxiety, child/ adolescent therapy, Christian counseling, and personality disorders.
Hi there, I am Chelsea Pigeon, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have over 5 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups on life’s journey. Some of my favorite (and most effective) modalities include person-centered, Gottman Method, EMDR, CBT, DBT, exposure therapy, and narrative therapy. I also use CBIT to treat tic disorders.
I specialize in a wide variety of client populations and issues including but not limited to trauma, relationship issues, grief, OCD, mood disorders, anxiety, child/ adolescent therapy, Christian counseling, and personality disorders.
Hi there, I am Chelsea Pigeon, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have over 5 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups on life’s journey. Some of my favorite (and most effective) modalities include person-centered, Gottman Method, EMDR, CBT, DBT, exposure therapy, and narrative therapy. I also use CBIT to treat tic disorders.
Specialties include: parenting education and family therapy; addiction, relapse prevention and emotional sobriety in recovery; adolescent treatment including social, mood and academic challenges; family systems approach for those affected by substance abuse, mental illness and other family dysfunction (adult child, parent, sibling, partner); trauma resolution (ART certified); and group therapy.
I work with adults, adolescents, families and groups. First we identify what you want and need to change. We then design and adjust your individual path of specific action and behavior change. It is important to me that you teach me about yourself and that you trust me to assist you in creating a plan for change that suits you personally. As your confidence grows and you begin to use a new set of balanced coping skills, will your problems will diminish. My experience and passion for psychotherapy will help us form a meaningful therapeutic connection critical for your transformation.
Specialties include: parenting education and family therapy; addiction, relapse prevention and emotional sobriety in recovery; adolescent treatment including social, mood and academic challenges; family systems approach for those affected by substance abuse, mental illness and other family dysfunction (adult child, parent, sibling, partner); trauma resolution (ART certified); and group therapy.
I work with adults, adolescents, families and groups. First we identify what you want and need to change. We then design and adjust your individual path of specific action and behavior change. It is important to me that you teach me about yourself and that you trust me to assist you in creating a plan for change that suits you personally. As your confidence grows and you begin to use a new set of balanced coping skills, will your problems will diminish. My experience and passion for psychotherapy will help us form a meaningful therapeutic connection critical for your transformation.
Xiomara Suarez-Espinal
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33124 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
With over 18 years of experience, I have worked with children, adolescent, couples, and families.
Welcome! It's no coincidence that you have found yourself reading this profile. I know seeking & asking for help can be challenging and scary for many of us. I'm here to tell you that it's okay; we all need help & there is no shame in that. As a counselor, I would love to assist you on the journey of self-honesty & insight by offering you a safe space where you can explore and expand.
With over 18 years of experience, I have worked with children, adolescent, couples, and families.
Welcome! It's no coincidence that you have found yourself reading this profile. I know seeking & asking for help can be challenging and scary for many of us. I'm here to tell you that it's okay; we all need help & there is no shame in that. As a counselor, I would love to assist you on the journey of self-honesty & insight by offering you a safe space where you can explore and expand.
Dr. Katheryne Puentes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134 (Online Only)
I have experience working with couples, children, teens, adults, and their families, utilizing various models and techniques. I specialize with clients that suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as an extensive range of challenges including but not limited to crisis, adjustment concerns, addiction, family relationships, a wide range of diagnosis, and grief/loss. I have guided many families with parenting concerns, teen concerns, children’s behavioral concerns, and relationship/communication building. This process is collaborative, meaning everything will be personalized to your needs and experiences.
I have experience working with couples, children, teens, adults, and their families, utilizing various models and techniques. I specialize with clients that suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as an extensive range of challenges including but not limited to crisis, adjustment concerns, addiction, family relationships, a wide range of diagnosis, and grief/loss. I have guided many families with parenting concerns, teen concerns, children’s behavioral concerns, and relationship/communication building. This process is collaborative, meaning everything will be personalized to your needs and experiences.
In my years of experience working with the adolescent population, I’ve came to the realization that this generation is navigating a world far different than the one I once knew at their age. They challenge our systems and pre-conceived notions of how things “should” be. Adolescents often feel alone, misunderstood, and confused during this period of immense growth.
In my years of experience working with the adolescent population, I’ve came to the realization that this generation is navigating a world far different than the one I once knew at their age. They challenge our systems and pre-conceived notions of how things “should” be. Adolescents often feel alone, misunderstood, and confused during this period of immense growth.
Hi there! My name is Lucia, and I am a licensed mental health counselor. Do you sometimes wonder if your child is happy? Or you worry about them 24/7 because they have been acting out or in a way you just don’t understand? Maybe they just don’t seem like themselves, like something has changed, and now you have this stranger teenager in your house eating all your food? That’s where I come in, as I specialize in child development and childhood issues and have extensive experience working with kids struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, and behavioral issues.
Hi there! My name is Lucia, and I am a licensed mental health counselor. Do you sometimes wonder if your child is happy? Or you worry about them 24/7 because they have been acting out or in a way you just don’t understand? Maybe they just don’t seem like themselves, like something has changed, and now you have this stranger teenager in your house eating all your food? That’s where I come in, as I specialize in child development and childhood issues and have extensive experience working with kids struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, and behavioral issues.
Whether it is a child having anxiety with parental separation; an adolescent struggling with self-acceptance, self-harm, and depression; an emerging adult having difficulties regulating their emotions or engaging in unhealthy coping skills; or simply a family struggling to communicate and cope through life’s challenges.
Throughout our therapy, I will walk alongside you, and try to understand the direction you want to take in your life, while helping you develop insight into what may be impeding you from your goals. We will begin by exploring your narrative through a casual conversation, and then catering treatment to your goals by strengthening the areas in your life where you shine, and working through the areas of your life that have been met with suffering. This may include mindfulness techniques in order to establish a sense of equilibrium, learning how to have healthier boundaries, and enhancing communication within your relationships.
Whether it is a child having anxiety with parental separation; an adolescent struggling with self-acceptance, self-harm, and depression; an emerging adult having difficulties regulating their emotions or engaging in unhealthy coping skills; or simply a family struggling to communicate and cope through life’s challenges.
Throughout our therapy, I will walk alongside you, and try to understand the direction you want to take in your life, while helping you develop insight into what may be impeding you from your goals. We will begin by exploring your narrative through a casual conversation, and then catering treatment to your goals by strengthening the areas in your life where you shine, and working through the areas of your life that have been met with suffering. This may include mindfulness techniques in order to establish a sense of equilibrium, learning how to have healthier boundaries, and enhancing communication within your relationships.
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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.