Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Clare County, MI
I have over 5 years of experience helping adults with addiction and helping adults, teens and children with mental health disorders since May 2022.
I believe in a holistic approach to wellness. Our mind and body are connected to make up who we are. It is often hard work to get better and it requires commitment and patience. There will be times you will want to give up, however, know that I will be with you throughout the healing process. I will listen with an open mind and sometimes push you a little out of your comfort zone. My goal is to help you heal past hurts, hang ups and traumas.
I have over 5 years of experience helping adults with addiction and helping adults, teens and children with mental health disorders since May 2022.
I believe in a holistic approach to wellness. Our mind and body are connected to make up who we are. It is often hard work to get better and it requires commitment and patience. There will be times you will want to give up, however, know that I will be with you throughout the healing process. I will listen with an open mind and sometimes push you a little out of your comfort zone. My goal is to help you heal past hurts, hang ups and traumas.
I am the clinical psychologist and director of a team of treatment providers who offer an integrated approach to mental health therapies. We strive to provide empirically established and structured mental health treatments while integrating psychotherapy, psychiatric medication management, and counseling. We are scientist-practitioners who pursue long-term positive changes for our patients and we believe that the ultimate goal of clinical work is not only the alleviation of psychopathology and symptoms, but the realization of long-term aspirations, the pursuit of meaning, and interpersonal satisfaction.
I am the clinical psychologist and director of a team of treatment providers who offer an integrated approach to mental health therapies. We strive to provide empirically established and structured mental health treatments while integrating psychotherapy, psychiatric medication management, and counseling. We are scientist-practitioners who pursue long-term positive changes for our patients and we believe that the ultimate goal of clinical work is not only the alleviation of psychopathology and symptoms, but the realization of long-term aspirations, the pursuit of meaning, and interpersonal satisfaction.
Throughout my career I’ve worked with children, adolescents and adults.
I believe it is crucial to provide a comfortable, confidential, and professional environment. During the treatment process we will learn about your unique emotional needs, life experiences, thoughts, beliefs, feelings and personal challenges so you can meet your goals.
Throughout my career I’ve worked with children, adolescents and adults.
I believe it is crucial to provide a comfortable, confidential, and professional environment. During the treatment process we will learn about your unique emotional needs, life experiences, thoughts, beliefs, feelings and personal challenges so you can meet your goals.
I work with children, teens and young adults struggling with self regulation, self harm and depression.
I believe that given the time and space to walk through their story, the client holds the solution to the issue at hand. I will listen, encourage, support, and walk with you through your story.
I work with children, teens and young adults struggling with self regulation, self harm and depression.
I believe that given the time and space to walk through their story, the client holds the solution to the issue at hand. I will listen, encourage, support, and walk with you through your story.
I provide therapy services to a variety of individuals; children and adolescents, adults, couples, and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma.
If you have stumbled upon my profile, you might be at a place in your life where there is pain, confusion, feelings of sadness, and anxiety for what life has brought and might still bring. Turning to a therapist is one of the bravest things a person can do, and I view my time with you, the client, as sacred work in your journey to healing, wholeness, and self-awareness. I will always bring understanding, kindness, and, humor, when appropriate, to build a positive rapport in our counseling relationship.
I provide therapy services to a variety of individuals; children and adolescents, adults, couples, and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma.
If you have stumbled upon my profile, you might be at a place in your life where there is pain, confusion, feelings of sadness, and anxiety for what life has brought and might still bring. Turning to a therapist is one of the bravest things a person can do, and I view my time with you, the client, as sacred work in your journey to healing, wholeness, and self-awareness. I will always bring understanding, kindness, and, humor, when appropriate, to build a positive rapport in our counseling relationship.
I offer compassionate guidance through life’s struggles. You do not have to go it alone, help is available. Do not be afraid to reach out; we all need a shoulder. Whether it be a new situation or something that has gone on for years, I am here to help. I can help you navigate the course to YOUR life worth living!
I offer compassionate guidance through life’s struggles. You do not have to go it alone, help is available. Do not be afraid to reach out; we all need a shoulder. Whether it be a new situation or something that has gone on for years, I am here to help. I can help you navigate the course to YOUR life worth living!
Hello, my name is Andrea, and I love listening to everyone's life stories, no matter where they are on their journey—from the innocence of early childhood at just three years old to the rich experiences of old age. Every moment in life, whether it brings happiness or presents complex challenges, plays a vital role in shaping who you are and reflects the resilience that resides within you. My role is to walk alongside you, offering guidance and encouragement as you pursue your goals.
Hello, my name is Andrea, and I love listening to everyone's life stories, no matter where they are on their journey—from the innocence of early childhood at just three years old to the rich experiences of old age. Every moment in life, whether it brings happiness or presents complex challenges, plays a vital role in shaping who you are and reflects the resilience that resides within you. My role is to walk alongside you, offering guidance and encouragement as you pursue your goals.
Core Counseling Services, LLC / Pam Myslivec
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello! Have you been looking for someone to talk to? My therapeutic approach is person centered and eclectic in nature. I believe all human beings have the need to be heard and understood. I provide a safe space that is based on mutual respect and trust. I see myself as a mirror for reflection and a guide to different paths of choice. My goal is to help clients become the best version of themselves by healing old wounds, having awareness in the present and hope for the future.
Hello! Have you been looking for someone to talk to? My therapeutic approach is person centered and eclectic in nature. I believe all human beings have the need to be heard and understood. I provide a safe space that is based on mutual respect and trust. I see myself as a mirror for reflection and a guide to different paths of choice. My goal is to help clients become the best version of themselves by healing old wounds, having awareness in the present and hope for the future.
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I specialize in helping teens, adults, and individuals of the LGBTQ+ community, by partnering with clients to unpack their negative thoughts, sort through their complicated feelings and past experiences, and find their inner strength to move forward in life with more confidence and clarity.
Are you approaching a big life change or transition, but can't seem to stop the constant critical thoughts, questioning and doubting yourself? Maybe you're feeling anxious and wondering if old experiences are part of what's holding you back now. Perhaps you want more out of life, but just don't know where to start, or know what you actually want. My approach is person-centered, which means we will work together to achieve personal growth and self-acceptance. I believe the therapeutic relationship is crucial, as it provides a safe space to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear or judgment.
I specialize in helping teens, adults, and individuals of the LGBTQ+ community, by partnering with clients to unpack their negative thoughts, sort through their complicated feelings and past experiences, and find their inner strength to move forward in life with more confidence and clarity.
Are you approaching a big life change or transition, but can't seem to stop the constant critical thoughts, questioning and doubting yourself? Maybe you're feeling anxious and wondering if old experiences are part of what's holding you back now. Perhaps you want more out of life, but just don't know where to start, or know what you actually want. My approach is person-centered, which means we will work together to achieve personal growth and self-acceptance. I believe the therapeutic relationship is crucial, as it provides a safe space to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear or judgment.
Are you carrying a weight that feels too heavy? Perhaps circumstances are building, leaving you exhausted and longing for a change, even though the thought of starting is terrifying. It takes immense strength to simply will yourself through each day. If this resonates with you—if you want to move past just getting by and begin to flourish again—it is absolutely possible. I am here to help you take that brave step. My aim is to create a safe and empowering environment built upon a trusting therapeutic relationship so you can successfully heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and work toward thriving in your daily life.
Are you carrying a weight that feels too heavy? Perhaps circumstances are building, leaving you exhausted and longing for a change, even though the thought of starting is terrifying. It takes immense strength to simply will yourself through each day. If this resonates with you—if you want to move past just getting by and begin to flourish again—it is absolutely possible. I am here to help you take that brave step. My aim is to create a safe and empowering environment built upon a trusting therapeutic relationship so you can successfully heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and work toward thriving in your daily life.
If you are experiencing overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, lack of motivation, or you just want a place to feel heard and understood, I am here for it all. Modern life can leave us feeling dissociated, exhausted or hopeless, but a strong therapeutic relationship provides relief. Using a collaborative approach, I join with clients to identify their goals, values and strengths, "rewiring" old habits and developing more flexible ways of thinking to better navigate life's struggles. Whether you are healing from long-standing trauma or just navigating a particularly tough moment in life, I am grateful for the opportunity to help.
If you are experiencing overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, lack of motivation, or you just want a place to feel heard and understood, I am here for it all. Modern life can leave us feeling dissociated, exhausted or hopeless, but a strong therapeutic relationship provides relief. Using a collaborative approach, I join with clients to identify their goals, values and strengths, "rewiring" old habits and developing more flexible ways of thinking to better navigate life's struggles. Whether you are healing from long-standing trauma or just navigating a particularly tough moment in life, I am grateful for the opportunity to help.
Maybe all you know in this moment is that there is pain, and that something in your life needs to shift. Change doesn’t usually happen in big, grand ways. It tends to unfold in quiet, steady, and supportive spaces where you can gently set down the load, breathe, and make sense of your story. I am committed to creating that calm and safe space where your healing can happen. I will bring kindness, honesty, and my humanity to each session with you. I will help you find clarity and your own voice while we illuminate parts of your story that might feel confusing or overwhelming. You deserve to be heard, understood, and supported.
Maybe all you know in this moment is that there is pain, and that something in your life needs to shift. Change doesn’t usually happen in big, grand ways. It tends to unfold in quiet, steady, and supportive spaces where you can gently set down the load, breathe, and make sense of your story. I am committed to creating that calm and safe space where your healing can happen. I will bring kindness, honesty, and my humanity to each session with you. I will help you find clarity and your own voice while we illuminate parts of your story that might feel confusing or overwhelming. You deserve to be heard, understood, and supported.
At Common Ground Counseling and Wellness, we are devoted to creating a safe and supportive space for adults, couples, families, and children ages five and up. We work with clients who want clarity, peace, and practical tools to manage emotions more effectively. They seek stronger relationships, healthier boundaries, and a deeper understanding of themselves. Most of all, they want a safe, supportive space where they can feel heard and begin building a more balanced and meaningful life.
At Common Ground Counseling and Wellness, we are devoted to creating a safe and supportive space for adults, couples, families, and children ages five and up. We work with clients who want clarity, peace, and practical tools to manage emotions more effectively. They seek stronger relationships, healthier boundaries, and a deeper understanding of themselves. Most of all, they want a safe, supportive space where they can feel heard and begin building a more balanced and meaningful life.
My name is Whitney McKinney. I’m a Licensed Masters Social Worker with Clinical Designation. I am a dedicated and experienced Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in School Social Work as well as experience in the Outpatient Field in Home-Based therapy. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a deep commitment to supporting children and families, focusing on helping individuals navigate a range of developmental and emotional challenges.
My name is Whitney McKinney. I’m a Licensed Masters Social Worker with Clinical Designation. I am a dedicated and experienced Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in School Social Work as well as experience in the Outpatient Field in Home-Based therapy. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a deep commitment to supporting children and families, focusing on helping individuals navigate a range of developmental and emotional challenges.
Children and adolescents: I work with those who have experienced trauma, loss, instability, or major life transitions, helping them build emotional regulation, confidence, and coping skills while addressing anxiety, attachment, and behavioral challenges.
I specialize in trauma-informed therapy for children and families, using evidence-based approaches such as TF-CBT, play therapy, and family therapy. My work emphasizes caregiver involvement, emotional safety, and skill-building that continues outside the therapy room.
I also offer individual therapy for adults meeting them where they're at to foster change.
Children and adolescents: I work with those who have experienced trauma, loss, instability, or major life transitions, helping them build emotional regulation, confidence, and coping skills while addressing anxiety, attachment, and behavioral challenges.
I specialize in trauma-informed therapy for children and families, using evidence-based approaches such as TF-CBT, play therapy, and family therapy. My work emphasizes caregiver involvement, emotional safety, and skill-building that continues outside the therapy room.
I also offer individual therapy for adults meeting them where they're at to foster change.
Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
The psychologists, therapists, and mental health counselors at Sollars and Associates are licensed by the state of Michigan and work under my clinical direction. All share my passion for working with others in their quest for resolution of feelings and issues that interfere with personal growth and productive lifestyles. We also offer psychological testing.
Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
The psychologists, therapists, and mental health counselors at Sollars and Associates are licensed by the state of Michigan and work under my clinical direction. All share my passion for working with others in their quest for resolution of feelings and issues that interfere with personal growth and productive lifestyles. We also offer psychological testing.
Therapy Today Counseling and Consulting LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
East Lansing, MI 48823
Therapy helps people live well, love well, and work well. Whatever state you find yourself in, you will find in us a caring listener and a resource for finding your strength in a comforting space. At Therapy Today, you will be able to talk to a person today who can help start you on the path to healing. We believe therapy is something everyone can benefit from. When you are facing life’s troubles, Therapy Today assists you in effectively addressing those troubles, transforming pain into joy, conflict into peace, and loneliness into love.
Therapy helps people live well, love well, and work well. Whatever state you find yourself in, you will find in us a caring listener and a resource for finding your strength in a comforting space. At Therapy Today, you will be able to talk to a person today who can help start you on the path to healing. We believe therapy is something everyone can benefit from. When you are facing life’s troubles, Therapy Today assists you in effectively addressing those troubles, transforming pain into joy, conflict into peace, and loneliness into love.
My focus is with teens, and adults; addressing their challenges and identify what is affecting their lives.
I provide a safe and affirming space to be vulnerable and authentically yourself. Within this space, I offer a number of different intervention that I am familiar with such CBT and DBT, which I use frequently in my sessions. I will often ask the client what feelings come up for them as we talk about difficult topics.
My focus is with teens, and adults; addressing their challenges and identify what is affecting their lives.
I provide a safe and affirming space to be vulnerable and authentically yourself. Within this space, I offer a number of different intervention that I am familiar with such CBT and DBT, which I use frequently in my sessions. I will often ask the client what feelings come up for them as we talk about difficult topics.
I work with adolescents and adults (ages 13+) navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and emotional overwhelm, including more chronic challenges with emotion regulation.
My work is grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), emphasizing both acceptance and change. I integrate ACT and CBT using a strengths-based, person-centered approach to help clients learn and practice coping skills, regulate emotions, manage stress, and improve relationships.
I work with adolescents and adults (ages 13+) navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and emotional overwhelm, including more chronic challenges with emotion regulation.
My work is grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), emphasizing both acceptance and change. I integrate ACT and CBT using a strengths-based, person-centered approach to help clients learn and practice coping skills, regulate emotions, manage stress, and improve relationships.
Living in the PAUSE, PLLC Practice, Authentic, Unapologetic, Self, Evolution is the PAUSE. This is accomplished through an eclectic therapeutic approach to your needs. Learning to Practice the "PAUSE" is a change in the way we move through everyday life. I believe in a strength-based approach and providing a judgement free environment. I also trust in people’s capacity to expand their own skills, develop, and accomplish their goals. Through connection, affirmation, acceptance, and empowerment clients can establish better coping skills and healthy boundaries to improve their circumstances.
Living in the PAUSE, PLLC Practice, Authentic, Unapologetic, Self, Evolution is the PAUSE. This is accomplished through an eclectic therapeutic approach to your needs. Learning to Practice the "PAUSE" is a change in the way we move through everyday life. I believe in a strength-based approach and providing a judgement free environment. I also trust in people’s capacity to expand their own skills, develop, and accomplish their goals. Through connection, affirmation, acceptance, and empowerment clients can establish better coping skills and healthy boundaries to improve their circumstances.
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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.