Teen Therapists in Westgate, Omaha, NE
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Erica Kube
Counselor, LIMHP, BCN
Verified
Verified
Explore your brain. Unlock potential! My aim with Neurotherapy Center of Nebraska, Inc. is to bring my skills in Brain Mapping (Quantitative EEG), brain training (neurofeedback, EEG biofeedback, neuromodulation), biofeedback and psychotherapy to the Omaha area to meet the needs of the clients in my community. I have worked with child,
adolescent
and adult populations. The neurotherapy and neurocounseling I offer at NCN helps clients learn to self-regulate their brain and autonomic nervous system and has been shown to be an effective treatment for many mental and physical health conditions.
Mike Green
Counselor, LIMHP, NCC
Verified
Verified
My clinical experience includes outpatient therapy,
adolescent
treatment group homes and family services agencies.
At Fireside Counseling, my goal is to empower you to live your best life. I have over 15 years of experience in counseling students, professionals, athletes, children, couples and families. My aim is to help you meet your goals in a relaxed and comfortable setting.
Jack Dross, LMHP
Counselor, LMHP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Is your child or
teen
getting on your last nerve? Are they defiant, angry, sad or withdrawn? Changes in the family structure, through a breakup, divorce, or death of a family member, often create confusion and unexpressed feelings in kids. Financial worries, relocating, peer pressure, violence, and other stressors at school and in the neighborhood, can lead to behavioral problems. Your child might have stopped opening up to you because they didn't want to worry you, or fear they'd be in trouble. I understand. I specialize in helping school-age children, teens, and their parents through challenging times.
Kindis Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, PLMHP
Verified
Verified
I offer individual, family, couple and
adolescent
therapy.
Trauma often hinders individuals from performing at their highest potential. You are worthy of living your best life. I'm proud of you for taking the first step by viewing this page. Life is about choices and decisions. You've made the best decision by simply clicking a few buttons.
Sarah Genereux
Counselor, LMHP
Verified
Verified
Expertise areas: PCIT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Developmentally Disabled, Christian Therapy, Behavioral Disorders with children; Women's issues; Child,
Adolescent
and Family Therapy.
Hello! I am so glad you reached out and are taking this brave step. I love working with people of all ages... Young children age 2 and older, elementary age kiddos, teenagers, and adults. I work well in the areas of trauma, attachment, foster care and adoption, behaviors, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bi-polar and many other areas of mental health. I feel everyone at one time or another would benefit from having their own counselor.
Rye Ling McIntosh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMHP, MPA, RPT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Does it seem like your child or
teen
is speaking a different language at times? As parents, it can be difficult understanding his or her behavior and/or angst. Children from infancy through adolescence can seem unmanageable at times causing parents to feel overwhelmed and powerless. Why continue struggling? If your child is having a difficult time at home, in school, or with friends, I can empathetically provide kids with an engaging, effective way to process feelings, learn new skills, and improve behaviors through utilization of a wrap-a-round approach.
Kerrie Wellman
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LMHP, NCC
Verified
Verified
Are you going through hard times? Are you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated? Do you or your child/
adolescent
feel stuck? Many individuals and families find themselves struggling in difficult situations. You have tried multiple approaches but are still not where you want to be. My purpose as a counselor is to support you as you process through the difficulties of life so that you may reach your full potential. I have over a decade of experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a variety of presenting mental health concerns.
Waitlist for new clients
Diana M Shaw
Counselor, LIMHP, RPT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My practice primarily centers around individuals suffering from anxiety. This can be children struggling to manage changes in their lives, teens overwhelmed with the pressure they are experiencing, or adults struggling to balance responsibilities. I see a fair amount of children with ADHD diagnoses and have worked effectively in utilizing behavioral strategies to aid in symptomology, as well as balancing therapeutic skills with medication. I am trained in trauma and attachment and see children, teens, and adults struggling with these issues. As a trained play therapist, I employ aspects of play therapy with all clients.
Amanda Van Kalsbeek
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LMHC, IADC
Verified
Verified
Has something happened to you that you're struggling to move past? Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed or stressed out? Do painful memories pop up throughout the day? Are you struggling to manage relationships? Imagine if you didn’t have to feel the way you’ve been feeling. Whether you wish to heal, to cope more effectively, to gain insight, or to have more successful relationships, therapy can help you to achieve your goals.
Victoria E Stegall
Counselor, LMHP, LADC, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed Therapist practicing in Omaha Nebraska at Kairos Psychological. For the past 18 years I have had the honor of working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or general life transitions. I enjoy helping people make positive changes in their lives. I truly enjoy being a therapist, and I view therapy as a process in which we can work together in a safe and supportive environment.
Don Gillespie Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, BS, LADC
Verified
Verified
Come for a free consultation and find out for yourself that the counseling experience is not that intimidating and can be fun. I offer over 30 years of experience in Substance Abuse Counseling which is performed in a comfortable private practice setting. My office is conveniently located in the center of Omaha. I approach each individual with care and seek to understand what your specific needs are. My desire is to offer understanding, hope and healing with issues that may have been plaguing you for a very long time.
Jessica Carpenter
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, LCSW, LIMHP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you feel like there are never going to be any better days ahead? My goal working with you is to help you see those better days can be a reality not a distance dream. One of the things that I have love about being a therapist is that I can work with diverse clients, with diverse needs, and diverse goals. No client is the same and that is how I approach treatment, individually. I integrate several different therapeutic approaches to meet client's individual needs.
Stephen J Abraham
Counselor, MS, CGP, LIMHP
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, children, and LGBTQs. I like to delve into the depression, anxiety, or whatever is troubling you to get at and transform, moving towards a productive satisfying life. I'm good at getting at the potential, power, genius, and strength which lies within, surfacing creativity, health, and well being. Usually, when one discovers their potential it is like dropping a pebble in the calm lake, rippling goodness for all around them.
Michele L. Dudley
Counselor, MS, LMHP, LPC
Verified
Verified
I provide a comforting, safe, and confidential environment, and work with people who are currently experiencing issues that are causing them to feel unhappy. My goal is to recognize each person's individual needs for therapy so they may find clarity surrounding their feelings, thoughts and relationships. I believe that therapy provides a safe place to receive guidance, through a nurturing therapeutic relationship, where they can explore issues in their life, set goals for change and healing, learn more effective coping skills and work towards greater fulfillment and happiness in their daily lives.
Grace Meissner
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, MS, LIMHP, NCC
Verified
Verified
"Not everything that weighs you down is yours to carry." You have been carrying around your burdens for a long time with no end in sight. You feel tired, worn out, hopeless. You might wonder if things can ever get better. I believe that they can. I believe that counseling can give you the tools to manage the stresses of life. You might be weighed down by fear, sadness, grief, loss, or the past. Together, we can make these things just a little bit easier to manage and help you move toward the life you want.
Stacy Campbell (Davidson)
Counselor, LIMHP, LPC
I enjoy working with individuals with eating disorders, self - esteem issues, trauma history, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. I also work with a lot of clients in family issues, couples counseling and enjoy clients of all ages and backgrounds.
Lindsay Denker
Counselor, PsyD, LIMHP, LADC
Verified
Verified
I am a Dual Diagnosis Therapist who works with people that have mental health and substance use issues. I also specialize in working with people who have dealt with trauma.
Chris Sanders
Psychologist, PhD, ABN
My focus in therapy is assisting in personal and interpersonal changes through the use of a treatment approach best suited for you. Approaches I typically use consist of Cognitive-Behavioral therapy. As a board certified Neuropsychologist, I specialize in Psychological and Neuropsychological testing for a variety of purposes. Due to COVID, I have switched to telehealth sessions. As such, the psychological and neuropsychological testing may be limited at this time. Serving Omaha, Bellevue, Grand Island, Kearney and Lincoln NE. Specializing in Personal Injury, PTSD. Nebraska Blue Cross.
Waitlist for new clients
Erin Rasmussen
Counselor, LIMHP, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I enjoy working primarily with adults who have dealt with depression, anxiety, and trauma since childhood/adolescence and are wanting to begin their healing journey. I also enjoy working with clients who have interpersonal relationship concerns and are wanting to improve that aspect of their lives. My specialties include depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, interpersonal relationship concerns, self esteem, and chronic illness.
Kersten Borer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIMHP, LADC, CMSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I treat adults and adolescents with addictive behaviors, depression, anxiety, oppositional behaviors, and/or trauma history. I also help to guide family members of those with addictions. I enjoy seeing the progress that people make in all areas of their life when they are able to put aside addictive behaviors, reduce their emotional pain, and genuinely feel better about themselves. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and have used it to help people heal from trauma and reduce overall anxiety. I also use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Theory in my approach.
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Teen 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.