Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Shelbyville, IN
I have dedicated myself to serving youth and adolescents in my community, turning an early passion for helping others into meaningful work centered on healing, growth, and connection.
I enjoy working with individuals from all walks of life. My ideal clients are those who are open to growth, willing to be vulnerable, and committed to the healing process. While growth often comes with challenges, I strive to walk alongside my clients every step of
the way — offering support, encouragement, honesty, and advocacy throughout their journey. Those who have worked with me often describe me as nurturing, supportive, humorous, and straightforward. I believe everyone deserves to have someone firmly in their corner.
I have dedicated myself to serving youth and adolescents in my community, turning an early passion for helping others into meaningful work centered on healing, growth, and connection.
I enjoy working with individuals from all walks of life. My ideal clients are those who are open to growth, willing to be vulnerable, and committed to the healing process. While growth often comes with challenges, I strive to walk alongside my clients every step of
the way — offering support, encouragement, honesty, and advocacy throughout their journey. Those who have worked with me often describe me as nurturing, supportive, humorous, and straightforward. I believe everyone deserves to have someone firmly in their corner.
Bonnie has served in community mental health and private practice for several years and has experience working with families, women, men, adolescents, and children.
Bonnie has experience in community health, college counseling centers, hospitals, and church settings. Bonnie approaches therapy using Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Trauma-Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing as the main methods to help produce positive outcomes.
Bonnie has served in community mental health and private practice for several years and has experience working with families, women, men, adolescents, and children.
Bonnie has experience in community health, college counseling centers, hospitals, and church settings. Bonnie approaches therapy using Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Trauma-Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing as the main methods to help produce positive outcomes.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, grief, or trauma, and it might seem like you’re stuck in a cycle you can’t break. Perhaps you're struggling to find a sense of peace or clarity, and every day feels like a challenge. You may feel like you need a safe, supportive space to explore your emotions, heal from past wounds, and develop healthier ways of coping. Your goal is to feel more in control, rebuild your confidence, and regain hope for the future. Ultimately, you want to feel more connected to yourself and move forward with greater resilience and clarity.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, grief, or trauma, and it might seem like you’re stuck in a cycle you can’t break. Perhaps you're struggling to find a sense of peace or clarity, and every day feels like a challenge. You may feel like you need a safe, supportive space to explore your emotions, heal from past wounds, and develop healthier ways of coping. Your goal is to feel more in control, rebuild your confidence, and regain hope for the future. Ultimately, you want to feel more connected to yourself and move forward with greater resilience and clarity.
My name is Chloe Shaffer, and I am an (LPC) in Illinois and (LMHCA) in Indiana. I provide virtual counseling to clients ages 16+ residing in Indiana. I do accept Medicaid insurance, contact me to check eligibility. Self-pay with superbills to submit to insurance are also available!
My name is Chloe Shaffer, and I am an (LPC) in Illinois and (LMHCA) in Indiana. I provide virtual counseling to clients ages 16+ residing in Indiana. I do accept Medicaid insurance, contact me to check eligibility. Self-pay with superbills to submit to insurance are also available!
As a Registered Play Therapist, I bring creative, engaging, and age-appropriate ways to help children and teens express and process their emotions—even in virtual sessions.
Feeling overwhelmed by family chaos? Struggling to keep everyone connected amid the arguments, stress, or big changes?
You're not alone—and you're not failing. Whether your kids are constantly clashing, in-law tensions are wearing you down, or you're adjusting to an empty nest and wondering what comes next, these challenges can leave you exhausted, questioning yourself, and worrying about your family's future.
The questions keep you up at night: "Am I handling this right?" "Can we get back to feeling close and happy?"
As a Registered Play Therapist, I bring creative, engaging, and age-appropriate ways to help children and teens express and process their emotions—even in virtual sessions.
Feeling overwhelmed by family chaos? Struggling to keep everyone connected amid the arguments, stress, or big changes?
You're not alone—and you're not failing. Whether your kids are constantly clashing, in-law tensions are wearing you down, or you're adjusting to an empty nest and wondering what comes next, these challenges can leave you exhausted, questioning yourself, and worrying about your family's future.
The questions keep you up at night: "Am I handling this right?" "Can we get back to feeling close and happy?"
Don’t settle for generic care—you deserve treatment that truly transforms. At Indiana Center for Recovery’s Bloomington campus, we offer a full continuum of care—from detox and residential to outpatient levels—tailored for individuals facing addiction, dual diagnosis, or primary mental health conditions. Our evidence-based therapies include CBT, DBT, and EMDR, paired with holistic services like yoga, acupuncture, and art therapy. We also provide GeneSight Testing for medication guidance, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and comprehensive relapse prevention and aftercare planning.
Don’t settle for generic care—you deserve treatment that truly transforms. At Indiana Center for Recovery’s Bloomington campus, we offer a full continuum of care—from detox and residential to outpatient levels—tailored for individuals facing addiction, dual diagnosis, or primary mental health conditions. Our evidence-based therapies include CBT, DBT, and EMDR, paired with holistic services like yoga, acupuncture, and art therapy. We also provide GeneSight Testing for medication guidance, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and comprehensive relapse prevention and aftercare planning.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families seeking a safe, honest space to heal and grow. Many come with trauma, behavioral concerns, relationship struggles, or mental health challenges. I also specialize in supporting those impacted by foster care and adoption. With 30 years of experience, I provide compassionate, non-judgmental care while offering straightforward, personalized guidance. My Christian faith can be integrated when desired, helping clients find hope, build resilience, and move forward with clarity and purpose.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families seeking a safe, honest space to heal and grow. Many come with trauma, behavioral concerns, relationship struggles, or mental health challenges. I also specialize in supporting those impacted by foster care and adoption. With 30 years of experience, I provide compassionate, non-judgmental care while offering straightforward, personalized guidance. My Christian faith can be integrated when desired, helping clients find hope, build resilience, and move forward with clarity and purpose.
Positive Focus Mental Health Services/ Ron Beebe
Psychologist, LMFT, PsyD, HSPP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
When most people are seeking a therapist, they are looking for someone they “click” with. I get it. Reaching out for help, whether it's walking in to a therapists office, over the phone or online is a big step and takes courage. Everyone needs to feel when they do so that the person they have chosen to help them fits with them and their needs well. I couldn’t agree more. Therapy is a relationship. When life is hard, you want someone you're comfortable with to help address the struggles and challenges you face everyday. You want someone who gets you, that is relateable and you feel is qualified to help get you there!
When most people are seeking a therapist, they are looking for someone they “click” with. I get it. Reaching out for help, whether it's walking in to a therapists office, over the phone or online is a big step and takes courage. Everyone needs to feel when they do so that the person they have chosen to help them fits with them and their needs well. I couldn’t agree more. Therapy is a relationship. When life is hard, you want someone you're comfortable with to help address the struggles and challenges you face everyday. You want someone who gets you, that is relateable and you feel is qualified to help get you there!
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I am a licensed clinical social worker and clinical hypnotherapist specializing in life success for all ages. The more you look into the darkness, the lighter it becomes. This is my life statement. I have seen the darkest times, and the worst of times, and have experienced personal failures in life.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and clinical hypnotherapist specializing in life success for all ages. The more you look into the darkness, the lighter it becomes. This is my life statement. I have seen the darkest times, and the worst of times, and have experienced personal failures in life.
I see adults, couples, children and adolescents.
My approach is to understand my client through a complete history of childhood and adult experiences so that we can together explore how the client perceives the world. Sometimes experiences can cause clients to be anxious, defensive or make poor choices. I hope to help clients see how these approaches may have been useful in other times in life but may be less useful now. Sometimes a new approach to thinking is helpful. Other times insight and being understood can promote change.This approach also works with both parties in a couple to help regain trust and form new ways of relating.
I see adults, couples, children and adolescents.
My approach is to understand my client through a complete history of childhood and adult experiences so that we can together explore how the client perceives the world. Sometimes experiences can cause clients to be anxious, defensive or make poor choices. I hope to help clients see how these approaches may have been useful in other times in life but may be less useful now. Sometimes a new approach to thinking is helpful. Other times insight and being understood can promote change.This approach also works with both parties in a couple to help regain trust and form new ways of relating.
She offers expert support for children, adolescents, and young adults, particularly those experiencing ADHD, anxiety, childhood behavior issues, depression, eating disorders, grief, and PTSD/trauma.
Additionally, she incorporates mindfulness techniques, art therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to address each individual's unique needs. Her approach ensures that every session is tailored to promote personal development and emotional well-being.
She offers expert support for children, adolescents, and young adults, particularly those experiencing ADHD, anxiety, childhood behavior issues, depression, eating disorders, grief, and PTSD/trauma.
Additionally, she incorporates mindfulness techniques, art therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to address each individual's unique needs. Her approach ensures that every session is tailored to promote personal development and emotional well-being.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, tailoring treatment to each person’s unique needs, strengths, and goals.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based. I use therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and attachment-informed interventions to help clients develop practical coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and heal from difficult experiences.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, tailoring treatment to each person’s unique needs, strengths, and goals.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based. I use therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and attachment-informed interventions to help clients develop practical coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and heal from difficult experiences.
Melissa Sue Sichting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAC
1 Endorsed
Franklin, IN 46131
Waitlist for new clients
Clients come to me looking for someone who “gets” their story. They want relief from daily symptoms of anxiety and depression as well as a never-ending struggle with people pleasing and perfectionism. Therapy should be a place where you feel safe to be your authentic self and supported every step of the way.
Clients come to me looking for someone who “gets” their story. They want relief from daily symptoms of anxiety and depression as well as a never-ending struggle with people pleasing and perfectionism. Therapy should be a place where you feel safe to be your authentic self and supported every step of the way.
I work with all clients ages 12 and up, particularly those with past trauma, anxieties, fears and phobias, spiritual concerns, and issues related to anger-management, perfectionism, and high pressure life situations.
I work with all clients ages 12 and up, particularly those with past trauma, anxieties, fears and phobias, spiritual concerns, and issues related to anger-management, perfectionism, and high pressure life situations.
Changing Tides Counseling,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46217
As of 8/5/26, we have immediate openings for children, teens, adults, and some openings for couples, including evening and limited weekend appointments.
We use evidence-based methods in your treatment. Each therapist brings a unique specialty or style, but we’re all easy going, compassionate, and friendly. Whether it's talking, play or art therapy, we use only techniques aligned with your comfort level. We're trauma-informed, affirming of all identities and experiences. We offer in-person, virtual or hybrid.
As of 8/5/26, we have immediate openings for children, teens, adults, and some openings for couples, including evening and limited weekend appointments.
We use evidence-based methods in your treatment. Each therapist brings a unique specialty or style, but we’re all easy going, compassionate, and friendly. Whether it's talking, play or art therapy, we use only techniques aligned with your comfort level. We're trauma-informed, affirming of all identities and experiences. We offer in-person, virtual or hybrid.
I have over 13 years of experience helping women, teens, and families.
My passion lies in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, women and young adults, as well as the neurodivergent, and other marginalized folx. These groups often navigate unique challenges and struggles that society fails to understand. I can help you navigate and work through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship dynamics, life transitions, and career issues. Having faced similar struggles, I have a strong sense of what you're going through. Together, we will work towards practical solutions tailored to your needs and situation.
I have over 13 years of experience helping women, teens, and families.
My passion lies in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, women and young adults, as well as the neurodivergent, and other marginalized folx. These groups often navigate unique challenges and struggles that society fails to understand. I can help you navigate and work through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship dynamics, life transitions, and career issues. Having faced similar struggles, I have a strong sense of what you're going through. Together, we will work towards practical solutions tailored to your needs and situation.
I have worked with individual men and women dealing with a wide range of struggles. Some of the struggles that I have helped clients with include depression, anxiety, addiction to multiple different substances, borderline personality disorder and other personality disorders, and co-dependency. I also have a lot of experience working with couples as well. I have helped couples work through and heal from infidelity, addiction to various substances, conflict management, and improving communication skills.
I have worked with individual men and women dealing with a wide range of struggles. Some of the struggles that I have helped clients with include depression, anxiety, addiction to multiple different substances, borderline personality disorder and other personality disorders, and co-dependency. I also have a lot of experience working with couples as well. I have helped couples work through and heal from infidelity, addiction to various substances, conflict management, and improving communication skills.
As a bilingual Latina therapist, I provide a warm, welcoming space where children, teens, and families feel safe and understood.
At this time, I am pausing acceptance of new self-referred clients. In response to the increased need for Spanish-speaking mental health services for immigrant communities in Indiana, I will be accepting referrals only from organizations that work directly with and support immigrant individuals and families. Thank you for your understanding and for helping ensure that culturally and linguistically responsive care remains accessible to those who need it most.
As a bilingual Latina therapist, I provide a warm, welcoming space where children, teens, and families feel safe and understood.
At this time, I am pausing acceptance of new self-referred clients. In response to the increased need for Spanish-speaking mental health services for immigrant communities in Indiana, I will be accepting referrals only from organizations that work directly with and support immigrant individuals and families. Thank you for your understanding and for helping ensure that culturally and linguistically responsive care remains accessible to those who need it most.
Maria Taylor MSW, LSW/ Modern Day Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LSW
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
I help children, adolescents, and adults learn to identify and express their feelings and develop coping strategies to deal with difficult situations.
I provide individual and family therapy specializing in victim trauma, general mental health problems, substance abuse, and chronic behavioral health problems. I also have experience working with children and families struggling with history of domestic violence, addiction, and adolescents on aggression replacement, responsibility and lifting self-esteem.
I help children, adolescents, and adults learn to identify and express their feelings and develop coping strategies to deal with difficult situations.
I provide individual and family therapy specializing in victim trauma, general mental health problems, substance abuse, and chronic behavioral health problems. I also have experience working with children and families struggling with history of domestic violence, addiction, and adolescents on aggression replacement, responsibility and lifting self-esteem.
Life brings challenges that we aren't always ready for, understand, or are equipped to deal with on our own. As a therapist, I am passionate about coming alongside others to help them find their way through those difficult experiences whether past or present. It's my hope to create a space of safety, belonging, and care. I approach all my clients with an open mind and heart that is working towards the outcomes you desire to become a reality in your life.
Life brings challenges that we aren't always ready for, understand, or are equipped to deal with on our own. As a therapist, I am passionate about coming alongside others to help them find their way through those difficult experiences whether past or present. It's my hope to create a space of safety, belonging, and care. I approach all my clients with an open mind and heart that is working towards the outcomes you desire to become a reality in your life.
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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.