Teen Therapists in Matthews, NC

Hi- I’m so glad you are here! I know it can be scary to reach out and to speak up for what you need. Maybe you're here because you realize how exhausting it is to pretend like you have it all together. Maybe you're here because life has presented you with unexpected challenges that have caused a great deal of emotional pain and life feels completely out of your control. Or maybe you are having a difficult time coping through past hurt and not able to figure out what to do next. Whether you are a teen or young adult (13-35), I would love to help you navigate through all the challenges you are facing.

Do you feel that you and your child or teen sometimes are speaking different languages? Have you tried everything you can think of and are still feeling stuck? If you are unsure where to turn, I can help. Parenting is difficult, to say the least, and I am here to support you and your child as you navigate through these trying times. I will provide a safe space for your child to express their feelings through the language of play and talk therapy. Your child will have the opportunity to work through their emotions and process difficult life occurrences to create positive change.

I enjoy working with teens, adults and couples who might be experiencing conflict, grief, depression or anxiety for circumstances beyond their control. No matter what difficulty or darkness lies before us, we can always find beauty in the mess and design in the chaos. I love helping others discover strengths and find hope. I have experience as a high school counselor, I'm a former pastor's wife, and my first job out of college was in campus ministry. Whether life is overwhelming, your marriage is struggling, or your teenager feels anxious/depressed, I firmly believe that there can still be fruit in your life.

I am passionate about supporting the mental health of teen girls, college students, and adult women as they navigate through various stages and transitions in life. The high school, college, and emerging adulthood years can feel overwhelming at times with various stressors and changes. My goal is to support and empower you so you can feel fulfillment and excitement as you navigate new responsibilities, relationships, and experiences! My clinical areas of focus relate to stress, disordered eating, anxiety, relationships, body image, chronic health issues, and equestrian related challenges.

You are one step closer to a new you! I enjoy helping adolescent and adult clients find solutions through a balance of support and challenge. When you're on my couch, I work as hard as you do. I believe in helping you change your thoughts to change your feelings to change your behaviors which will change your life! I have worked in a variety of settings: an inpatient psychiatric hospital, public schools, residential treatment, EAP and private practice. I can help you reach your potential!

Do you ever lay awake at night thinking about things you want to change, thinking about how you want to be happier, thinking that you wish someone understood what you were going through? I am here to help guide you through the process to begin working towards your desired change. I sincerely believe in treating the whole person and understand that many of us have experienced previous trauma/negative experiences, excessive worries that effects our ability to be what and who we want to be in many different areas of our lives.

Hello! I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and their families. I have worked for 18 years in private practice and school-based settings in Texas, New Hampshire, and North Carolina. My goal in therapy is to create a friendly, caring atmosphere, and I believe in empowering families by working with parents to manage difficult child and adolescent behaviors. I use cognitive-behavioral therapy and other strategies to help children and their families with managing stress, anger, sadness, and worry.

I believe that therapy is one of the most constructive tools and resources at our disposal. I believe by analyzing, evaluating and modifying our life philosophy, thinking and interaction patters we can make effective change and improve the quality of our lives. As a therapist, I strive to provide a supportive, respectful and collaborative therapeutic environment where you can fully explore your concerns, challenges, and values. As we work together I will gain an understanding to appropriately implement and modify my treatment approach to meet your needs.

I am accepting new clients! I became a therapist so I could be the person I wish I had during tough times. Someone that could tell me that my future will be better than today, and that I have the power to make that so. You also have that power! Throughout life many of us may struggle with self-doubt, social anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, family conflict, relationship challenges and many others. It can be hard to know how to cope with uncertain or difficult situations and with reaching your full potential, but I am here to help you or a child/ adolescent in your family.

You’re tired of the anxious thoughts that plague you day and night and stop you from living the life you want to live. You feel conflicted about the emotions inside of you and have a hard time figuring out why you’re reacting in ways that don’t feel right to you. You’re tired of your past dictating your present reality and are ready for something to change. Or, your child is having a hard time communicating how they’re feeling so it shows up negatively in their behaviors at home or school. You want to connect with your child or teenager but don’t know how. They may be anxious or depressed, and you don’t know how to help.

Teen Health Connection empowers every adolescent to be healthy, safe and successful. We specialize in working with teens and their families. Our team of licensed mental health therapists are warm, welcoming, and genuinely dedicated to helping their clients improve their lives. Our team has extensive experience in working with the full range of issues that commonly occur during adolescence. Our therapists are also highly trained in working with specific mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and behavior disorders.

"Strength doesn't come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn't do." My therapeutic style is tailored to you as the individual and what you need to help you overcome, improve, change, process, relieve, heal or balance. I will meet you in whatever phase you are in and we will begin from there.

I am a highly skilled and compassionate Trauma Therapist dedicated to providing exceptional care within a holistic framework. I have 30 years of professional counseling experience and have implemented effective treatment for adolescents and adults enduring a variety of mental health and/or substance use disorders. As a Counselor in the healing profession, my emphasis is on furthering your Wellness and Growth. At Eagle Eye Counseling the focus is on a Keeness for Excellence through Healing, Stability and Empowerment. I am also certified as a Master Addictions Counselor and provide Clinical Supervision for both Mental Health Counselors and Addiction Counselors who are seeking licensure.

I believe in the healing power of relationships. Often, what leads people to therapy is feeling disconnected from the world around them. Humans are relational creatures with a primal need to feel accepted, so disconnection in relationships can leave one feeling hopeless. You can expect me to help you through relational healing. Together, we will look at the relationship you have to yourself and how this impacts the way you navigate relationships with others. I often ask clients to look at how emotions are felt in their body and teach them ways to recognize and cope in the here and now.