Teen Therapists in Cedar Rapids, IA

As a therapist, I am committed to honoring your autonomy, perspective, and experience in order to collaborate with you to reach your therapy goals. I view each person through a non-pathologizing lens and am committed to using my skills and resources to facilitate healing experiences during our time together. I strive to foster authentic relationships, offer challenges to facilitate growth, and empower individuals, couples, and families to actively engage in the process of healing. Please visit www.waxwingpsych.com for more information regarding my services.

Jason has experience with a wide variety of individuals, couples, and families in settings ranging from residential treatment to Outpatient therapeutic services. Jason uses a Narrative style with Solution Focused approach. Jason has experience working with Trauma/Disassociation, Addictions (Substances and Behavioral), Anxiety, Anger Management, Depression, relational and attachment issues, child and adolescent behavioral issues, and issues associated with Spirituality.

As a therapist, I believe that a person is more than just the sum of their experiences. Each one of us is made up of our unique thoughts, emotions and ideas. I have devoted my career to finding ways of honoring who you are, as well as who you want to become. My clients range from children to adults, and my special interests are with teens, parents and families. I am clinically trained to help individuals and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, conflicts and grief. My style is direct, non-judgmental and supportive, as we work together to create a treatment plan that uniquely fits your needs.

Do you ever want someone to talk with about stressors, life challenges or improve your mood? Let's face it 2020 brought more changes and perhaps challenges to us all. Perhaps, your child needs to talk with someone about their stress/mood or learn new ways to express their feelings? We all need support at times. Therapy is support and teaming with a therapist to identify possible solutions to the stressors in our lives. I would be honored to talk and work with you.

**Currently Accepting New Clients** Mental health is important now more than ever as increased solitude and stress can only heighten symptoms that are already plaguing individuals, couples, and families. It is increasingly important to take the steps necessary to maintain that health through seeking a trusting and empathetic source of support and connection.

Current Openings - I am an experienced clinical social worker who is dedicated to offering a safe, inclusive space for you to work through stress, trauma, discomfort, and happiness too. All without judgement. Some of the people I have had the privilege to work with are medical professionals, teachers/educational admin, stay-at-home moms, teens, women who have experienced tumultuous relationships and/or with infertility, parents, adults and teens who identify as LGBTQIA+, persons in open or poly relationships, students of all ages/educations. I want to work with any person who wants to be a better version of themself. You are enough.

As a play therapist, my passion is assisting children and their families in being able to process and heal through traumatic and difficult situations. I believe children are resilient and their main source of communication is through their play. I highly value offering a safe, accepting, and non-judgmental environment for individuals to begin making the changes and progress they are hoping for. By making these changes, our clients have the ability to live the life they want and do so successfully.

I work with children, teens, adults, & families experiencing a wide variety of issues. I work with depression, anxiety, ADHD, ODD, trauma , behavioral issues, and other diagnoses. My history includes working with children and families who have experienced trauma along with extensive knowledge of working with foster and adoptive children.

I am a well rounded therapist working with a wide variety of different culturally diverse client's including adults, children, teenagers, families, couples, various group settings, the aging population, sensitive populations including LGBTQ+, disabled, military, rescue services, police officers, incarcerated and other client's under committal, etc.

Everyone experiences life differently. There is no one size fits all. This is why I value a collaborative approach when working with you, as you are the expert of your life. My goal as your therapist is to help you feel heard, understood, and to develop your treatment approach based upon your unique desires and needs. While utilizing a non-judgemental, flexible approach, it is my duty to help you uncover your hopes and to create the future you wish to see. Navigating change can be both challenging and scary. It is my belief that everyone is capable of change, no matter how difficult it may seem.

A straightforward approach is necessary in order to promote lasting change. My goal as your therapist is to create a comfortable environment for you to identify and express your thoughts and feelings. I have worked in the mental health field for 15+ years, and with my knowledge and experience I will help guide you to the solutions you need in a direct and genuine way. I utilize a variety of approaches supplemented by training in EMDR, CBT, and DBT to assist you in developing your strengths and working through your challenges. I am also an Approved Clinical Supervisor and provide licensure supervision to tLMHC and tLMFT providers.

*Accepting new clients* It can be hard to make it these days! With responsibilities continuing to pile up, work, kids, now a pandemic to worry about, it's understandable to feel overwhelmed. Reaching out for help can make a big difference in how you manage these and other life stresses though. Whether you need help working issues out with a partner, stresses with kids, stepkids, or grandkids, or just need someone to talk to about what's happening in your story, I'd be honored to hear it.

I believe in the power of transformational relationships. I believe everyone deserves to be heard, believed, and valued. I believe that we owe one another empathy and care. I adventure through this world, knowing we are all doing our best. Sometimes, we all need a little extra help to get where we want to be, and I’m honored to be a part of the journeys of others. My goal is to always lead with a listening ear and without judgment. I’m a collaborator in the process and meet others where they are. I strive to make my office a space where everyone feels safe and comfortable enough to share who they are and where they want to be.