Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Clayton, NC
I specialize in providing therapy for adolescents and adults struggling with various mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, severe mental illness, and substance/alcohol use.
Every therapy client has unique needs and goals. Some people seek clarification during transitional times, while others desire an open, nonjudgmental space to share and process complex emotions. Many therapy clients seek a space to vent or air frustrations. I enjoy meeting each client where they are in their mental health journey and working to approach their individual needs.
I specialize in providing therapy for adolescents and adults struggling with various mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, severe mental illness, and substance/alcohol use.
Every therapy client has unique needs and goals. Some people seek clarification during transitional times, while others desire an open, nonjudgmental space to share and process complex emotions. Many therapy clients seek a space to vent or air frustrations. I enjoy meeting each client where they are in their mental health journey and working to approach their individual needs.
I have spent my career working with teens/ adolescents and adults focusing on grief, depression, and anxiety.
I believe there is no one therapeutic style to fit all client's needs. Each person has unique strengths that we will use to build a better you. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral, Client-Centered, and Solution Focused Therapies. Together, we will create a personalized, hybrid treatment plan to get you where you want to be.
I have spent my career working with teens/ adolescents and adults focusing on grief, depression, and anxiety.
I believe there is no one therapeutic style to fit all client's needs. Each person has unique strengths that we will use to build a better you. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral, Client-Centered, and Solution Focused Therapies. Together, we will create a personalized, hybrid treatment plan to get you where you want to be.
Sarah has been working with children, teens and adults in community-based and outpatient therapy settings for the past 20 years.
Welcome to Sounding Stone Counseling & Wellness, PLLC (North Carolina and Massachusetts). We offer outpatient mental health therapy services in our Clayton, North Carolina office and via telehealth throughout North Carolina and Massachusetts.
Our practice is built on a foundation of healing and support. We value the ability to walk alongside you. We strive to help you find healing, growth, resilience, autonomy and hope in this process.
Sarah has been working with children, teens and adults in community-based and outpatient therapy settings for the past 20 years.
Welcome to Sounding Stone Counseling & Wellness, PLLC (North Carolina and Massachusetts). We offer outpatient mental health therapy services in our Clayton, North Carolina office and via telehealth throughout North Carolina and Massachusetts.
Our practice is built on a foundation of healing and support. We value the ability to walk alongside you. We strive to help you find healing, growth, resilience, autonomy and hope in this process.
Married for 19 years, mom of three teenagers.
Maybe you're struggling with depression or anxiety because of stressful life situations. Maybe you're dealing with relationship or family issues and need a safe place to sort things out. Maybe you have childhood trauma that keeps coming up and you're finally ready to process and heal from it. Maybe you're dealing with anger or grief over the unfair loss or betrayal of someone close to you. Maybe you feel stuck in life and need help to move forward. Maybe you need someone to hold you accountable and challenge you to reach your goals. Whatever it is, I am here for you.
Married for 19 years, mom of three teenagers.
Maybe you're struggling with depression or anxiety because of stressful life situations. Maybe you're dealing with relationship or family issues and need a safe place to sort things out. Maybe you have childhood trauma that keeps coming up and you're finally ready to process and heal from it. Maybe you're dealing with anger or grief over the unfair loss or betrayal of someone close to you. Maybe you feel stuck in life and need help to move forward. Maybe you need someone to hold you accountable and challenge you to reach your goals. Whatever it is, I am here for you.
Thank you for visiting my page. By visiting this site, you are taking the first step towards realizing the positive changes that you would like to see in your life. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years working in the mental health field. I have worked in a variety of settings with people struggling with many different types of problems. Whether working with individuals, couples, or families, I typically approach treatment from a family systems perspective, often focusing on communication patterns and roles that individuals serve in the family system.
Thank you for visiting my page. By visiting this site, you are taking the first step towards realizing the positive changes that you would like to see in your life. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years working in the mental health field. I have worked in a variety of settings with people struggling with many different types of problems. Whether working with individuals, couples, or families, I typically approach treatment from a family systems perspective, often focusing on communication patterns and roles that individuals serve in the family system.
My ideal client would be someone that would like to work on achieving their goals to discover more about themselves. They may of struggled with other mental health professionals and felt like their needs weren't met. They would want to learn more about themselves as a person and discover a more clear diagnosis. If you are questioning ADHD or Autism diagnosis I can help guide you.
I have worked with people in helping professions like, first responders who may want to learn how to cope with the job or cope with retiring from the profession. I have a background in EMS so I have been able to relate to these professions.
My ideal client would be someone that would like to work on achieving their goals to discover more about themselves. They may of struggled with other mental health professionals and felt like their needs weren't met. They would want to learn more about themselves as a person and discover a more clear diagnosis. If you are questioning ADHD or Autism diagnosis I can help guide you.
I have worked with people in helping professions like, first responders who may want to learn how to cope with the job or cope with retiring from the profession. I have a background in EMS so I have been able to relate to these professions.
I have 4 years of experience supporting adults and teens going through their various challenges.
Life is hard. Have you tried dealing with life your way and ready to try a new way? My clients are looking to be heard and to learn how to live life the way they want to. Talking with a counselor has numerous benefits, such as having a place to have your experience validated, while discussing topics of your choice. If you need an passionate counselor, who will support you through it, I'm the counselor for you! If you feel stuck, challenged by stress, feel free to contact me and set up a consultation.
I have 4 years of experience supporting adults and teens going through their various challenges.
Life is hard. Have you tried dealing with life your way and ready to try a new way? My clients are looking to be heard and to learn how to live life the way they want to. Talking with a counselor has numerous benefits, such as having a place to have your experience validated, while discussing topics of your choice. If you need an passionate counselor, who will support you through it, I'm the counselor for you! If you feel stuck, challenged by stress, feel free to contact me and set up a consultation.
Whether you’re a teen navigating the chaos of high school, a young adult "adulting" for the first time, or an adult looking for a fresh perspective—I’m here to help you navigate the map.
I combine evidence-based techniques with a client-centered approach to help you uncover patterns that no longer serve you. Whether we are working through past trauma or managing today’s stressors, our sessions are a judgment-free zone where we prioritize your growth and emotional well-being. Let’s work together to turn 'getting by' into truly thriving.
Whether you’re a teen navigating the chaos of high school, a young adult "adulting" for the first time, or an adult looking for a fresh perspective—I’m here to help you navigate the map.
I combine evidence-based techniques with a client-centered approach to help you uncover patterns that no longer serve you. Whether we are working through past trauma or managing today’s stressors, our sessions are a judgment-free zone where we prioritize your growth and emotional well-being. Let’s work together to turn 'getting by' into truly thriving.
I have extensive experience in supporting families with children and teens navigate behavioral and emotional challenges
Life can throw many unexpected challenges at us and sometimes we may need a little help to remind ourselves who we are and that we can persevere. I am a firm believer that having someone who believes in your potential can go a long way — and I'm excited to go on this journey with you!
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I have extensive experience in supporting families with children and teens navigate behavioral and emotional challenges
Life can throw many unexpected challenges at us and sometimes we may need a little help to remind ourselves who we are and that we can persevere. I am a firm believer that having someone who believes in your potential can go a long way — and I'm excited to go on this journey with you!
You are safe here
You are welcome here.
Life transitions can be challenging. Adjusting to new roles in life, new relationships, and new dynamics all create opportunities for growth as well as sources of stress. If you are struggling with transitions, you are not alone. Some of the most challenging life transitions to navigate can happen around pregnancy, parenting, and the postpartum period. Whether you are experiencing perinatal mood or anxiety challenges, dealing with loss, or struggling to adapt to a new way of life, I want to help you navigate this season with grace, grit, and self compassion.
Life transitions can be challenging. Adjusting to new roles in life, new relationships, and new dynamics all create opportunities for growth as well as sources of stress. If you are struggling with transitions, you are not alone. Some of the most challenging life transitions to navigate can happen around pregnancy, parenting, and the postpartum period. Whether you are experiencing perinatal mood or anxiety challenges, dealing with loss, or struggling to adapt to a new way of life, I want to help you navigate this season with grace, grit, and self compassion.
HEALING is available NOW...if you choose to accept it! Today, so many people are dealing with hurts that constantly impact their daily lives. Some struggle silently while others lash out looking for relief. Well, you can find that healing relief here. Therapy will allow you a safe place to express yourself while learning valuable skills to help you live a more balanced, enjoyable life.
HEALING is available NOW...if you choose to accept it! Today, so many people are dealing with hurts that constantly impact their daily lives. Some struggle silently while others lash out looking for relief. Well, you can find that healing relief here. Therapy will allow you a safe place to express yourself while learning valuable skills to help you live a more balanced, enjoyable life.
Healing begins with a single step. Start your journey today with a clinician who is deeply passionate about walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as we work together toward healing, growth, and meaningful change. My clients enjoy a warm and compassionate counselor with extensive knowledge and experience working with men, women, and children of all ages across a wide range of life experiences and challenges. My ideal clients are those who are ready to take the first step, whether they are navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, past trauma, life transitions, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of themselves.
Healing begins with a single step. Start your journey today with a clinician who is deeply passionate about walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as we work together toward healing, growth, and meaningful change. My clients enjoy a warm and compassionate counselor with extensive knowledge and experience working with men, women, and children of all ages across a wide range of life experiences and challenges. My ideal clients are those who are ready to take the first step, whether they are navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, past trauma, life transitions, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of themselves.
If you are looking for a relaxing space that is safe and comfortable, where you can be yourself and feel respected, you are looking in the right place. I strive to give my clients a warm and comfortable environment, where we can work together to accomplish your goals and work through the stress, hurt and confusion of life’s challenges. Whether you have anxiety/depression, need to work through an addiction or just want to process life's current or past issues, lets work together to help you heal and grow into the person you want to be.
If you are looking for a relaxing space that is safe and comfortable, where you can be yourself and feel respected, you are looking in the right place. I strive to give my clients a warm and comfortable environment, where we can work together to accomplish your goals and work through the stress, hurt and confusion of life’s challenges. Whether you have anxiety/depression, need to work through an addiction or just want to process life's current or past issues, lets work together to help you heal and grow into the person you want to be.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina. I have experience working with adults, adults with SPMI, adolescents, and families seeking support to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, codependency, and other challenges that arise in life. I completed a Bachelor's and Master of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a minor in substance abuse. I utilize a collaborative and holistic approach to helping individuals overcome their challenges because they’re experts in their lives.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina. I have experience working with adults, adults with SPMI, adolescents, and families seeking support to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, codependency, and other challenges that arise in life. I completed a Bachelor's and Master of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a minor in substance abuse. I utilize a collaborative and holistic approach to helping individuals overcome their challenges because they’re experts in their lives.
I enjoy working with adults, adolescents, children above the age of 10, with a particular focus on teenagers and young adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and stressful life transitions.
I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Person Centered Therapy (PCT).
I enjoy working with adults, adolescents, children above the age of 10, with a particular focus on teenagers and young adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and stressful life transitions.
I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Person Centered Therapy (PCT).
I am offering virtual appointments to residents of Massachusetts.
I am offering virtual appointments to residents of Massachusetts.
I have been in the mental health field for over 20 years in a variety of settings. My experience ranges from working in a juvenile detention center, drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers, community mental health centers, psychiatric residential treatment facilities, and outpatient counseling centers. I have worked with major mental health, families, couples, as well as children and adolescents. I specialize in working with families, couples, and adolescents.
I have been in the mental health field for over 20 years in a variety of settings. My experience ranges from working in a juvenile detention center, drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers, community mental health centers, psychiatric residential treatment facilities, and outpatient counseling centers. I have worked with major mental health, families, couples, as well as children and adolescents. I specialize in working with families, couples, and adolescents.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I create a safe, affirming space where clients can show up as their authentic selves. Using a neuroaffirmative lens, I honor neurological differences like autism and ADHD as valuable aspects of identity. My work blends DBT for emotional regulation and relationship skills, Motivational Interviewing to support self-directed change, and the Gottman Method to strengthen couples’ communication and connection. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, where together we build tools, insight, and confidence to help you live a life that feels authentic and meaningful.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I create a safe, affirming space where clients can show up as their authentic selves. Using a neuroaffirmative lens, I honor neurological differences like autism and ADHD as valuable aspects of identity. My work blends DBT for emotional regulation and relationship skills, Motivational Interviewing to support self-directed change, and the Gottman Method to strengthen couples’ communication and connection. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, where together we build tools, insight, and confidence to help you live a life that feels authentic and meaningful.
Ashleigh Weckesser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor’s degree from Meredith College. She has experience working in-patient as well as out-patient with both individuals and groups. Ashleigh works with young adults, adults, couples, and the geriatric population, with evidenced based approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy. She has experience with mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, stress management, and severe and persistent mental illness.
Ashleigh Weckesser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor’s degree from Meredith College. She has experience working in-patient as well as out-patient with both individuals and groups. Ashleigh works with young adults, adults, couples, and the geriatric population, with evidenced based approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy. She has experience with mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, stress management, and severe and persistent mental illness.
Whether you're navigating a life transition, healing from past wounds, or simply looking for a space where you can feel heard and supported, I’m here to walk alongside you. I’m passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families strengthen the relationships that matter most.
I believe that you are the expert of your own life. My role is to offer a warm, collaborative space where healing can unfold through connection, compassion, and empowerment. I use evidence-based, relational frameworks that nurture self-understanding and meaningful change.
Whether you're navigating a life transition, healing from past wounds, or simply looking for a space where you can feel heard and supported, I’m here to walk alongside you. I’m passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families strengthen the relationships that matter most.
I believe that you are the expert of your own life. My role is to offer a warm, collaborative space where healing can unfold through connection, compassion, and empowerment. I use evidence-based, relational frameworks that nurture self-understanding and meaningful change.
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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.