Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Goffstown, NH
Sometimes life just feels heavy. No matter how hard we try, stress, overwhelm, and feelings of inadequacy can take over. You may find yourself shutting down under the weight of expectations—trying to juggle work, home, school, relationships, or the things that once brought you joy. The cycle can feel endless, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Healing is possible. You can find yourself again, regain balance, and feel in control of your life. You don’t have to suffer in silence or carry the weight alone.
Sometimes life just feels heavy. No matter how hard we try, stress, overwhelm, and feelings of inadequacy can take over. You may find yourself shutting down under the weight of expectations—trying to juggle work, home, school, relationships, or the things that once brought you joy. The cycle can feel endless, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Healing is possible. You can find yourself again, regain balance, and feel in control of your life. You don’t have to suffer in silence or carry the weight alone.
I support adolescents, adults, and families heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance misuse by strengthening relationships and growing emotional resilience.
I am an LICSW and Pre-Licensure MLADC professional passionate about supporting clients of all ages with their mental health by building resilience, improving communication, and developing healthier coping strategies. I am committed to supporting people through holistic and personalized therapeutic approaches.
I support adolescents, adults, and families heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance misuse by strengthening relationships and growing emotional resilience.
I am an LICSW and Pre-Licensure MLADC professional passionate about supporting clients of all ages with their mental health by building resilience, improving communication, and developing healthier coping strategies. I am committed to supporting people through holistic and personalized therapeutic approaches.
I view therapy as a whole-person journey—one that honors the unity of mind, body, and spirit. I hold a Master’s in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology from Naropa University and a Bachelor’s in Human Ecology from the College of the Atlantic. In addition to my clinical training, I am a certified Hatha, Vinyasa Sadhana, and Kundalini yoga teacher and have trained as a Birth Doula as well as a Midwifery Assistant. These experiences bring a holistic, body-centered perspective to my work and reflect my belief that healing unfolds through both insight and embodied presence.
I view therapy as a whole-person journey—one that honors the unity of mind, body, and spirit. I hold a Master’s in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology from Naropa University and a Bachelor’s in Human Ecology from the College of the Atlantic. In addition to my clinical training, I am a certified Hatha, Vinyasa Sadhana, and Kundalini yoga teacher and have trained as a Birth Doula as well as a Midwifery Assistant. These experiences bring a holistic, body-centered perspective to my work and reflect my belief that healing unfolds through both insight and embodied presence.
I have spent the past 10 years working with adolescents/ teenagers/young adults, ranging from 3-21, and their families.
My name is Sarah Paullis and I am a licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) located in southern New Hampshire, however I am working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with people of all ages and am specialized in anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, stress, and more. I use a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help my clients work towards and achieve their goals.
I have spent the past 10 years working with adolescents/ teenagers/young adults, ranging from 3-21, and their families.
My name is Sarah Paullis and I am a licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) located in southern New Hampshire, however I am working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with people of all ages and am specialized in anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, stress, and more. I use a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help my clients work towards and achieve their goals.
I am a Psychotherapist whose goal is to promote wellness of the whole individual- Mind, Body, and Spirit. I work with Adults along their journey of personal growth and self exploration treating a variety of issues including, Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Trauma and Eating Disorders. Additionally, I treat individuals experiencing Life transitions due to physical illness and have a unique understanding of its impact on family members and caregivers.
I am a Psychotherapist whose goal is to promote wellness of the whole individual- Mind, Body, and Spirit. I work with Adults along their journey of personal growth and self exploration treating a variety of issues including, Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Trauma and Eating Disorders. Additionally, I treat individuals experiencing Life transitions due to physical illness and have a unique understanding of its impact on family members and caregivers.
We offer individual and couples counseling, medication management, psychological/neuropsychological testing and assessment, court-ordered evaluations, drug and alcohol, and marriage and family therapy to clients of all ages. We also administer bariatric and neuro-spine stimulator evaluations and more. Our treatment team works with clients to find solutions to a wide range of life-challenges and psychological issues in a full-service, high-quality integrated practice.
We offer individual and couples counseling, medication management, psychological/neuropsychological testing and assessment, court-ordered evaluations, drug and alcohol, and marriage and family therapy to clients of all ages. We also administer bariatric and neuro-spine stimulator evaluations and more. Our treatment team works with clients to find solutions to a wide range of life-challenges and psychological issues in a full-service, high-quality integrated practice.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Grief? Life transitions? Parenting struggles? or Burnout? With 15+ years of experience, clients seek out my compassionate and support to rediscover their strengths, regain balance, and build resilience in a safe, collaborative space to explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth. Areas of Focus: First Responders, Adoption, Foster Care, Blended Families, Trauma, Sexualized Behavior, Neurodivergent Behaviors, and Chemical Dependency.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Grief? Life transitions? Parenting struggles? or Burnout? With 15+ years of experience, clients seek out my compassionate and support to rediscover their strengths, regain balance, and build resilience in a safe, collaborative space to explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth. Areas of Focus: First Responders, Adoption, Foster Care, Blended Families, Trauma, Sexualized Behavior, Neurodivergent Behaviors, and Chemical Dependency.
Nick Pigeon emphasizes a holistic, individualized approach. Individuals will set specific and personalized goals around their therapy experiences. We offer many approaches, like DBT & IFS. My clients are looking to improve their well-being through all-around wellness and goal-setting. In addition to traditional therapy, I offer LADC Evaluations and IDSP appointments. If I cannot personally take your case, we have a team full of professionals that I can connect you with.
Nick Pigeon emphasizes a holistic, individualized approach. Individuals will set specific and personalized goals around their therapy experiences. We offer many approaches, like DBT & IFS. My clients are looking to improve their well-being through all-around wellness and goal-setting. In addition to traditional therapy, I offer LADC Evaluations and IDSP appointments. If I cannot personally take your case, we have a team full of professionals that I can connect you with.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
As a licensed therapist I offer counseling and consultation services to individuals, couples and families using Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, Psychodynamic and Solution Focused techniques. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
As a licensed therapist I offer counseling and consultation services to individuals, couples and families using Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, Psychodynamic and Solution Focused techniques. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
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Natasha Dedijer-Turner,LPC-Telehealth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, EdS, LPC, LCMHC, CPCS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Does life feel like a constant uphill battle? You’re doing your best to keep up—with your partner, your kids, your work—but it’s exhausting. You might feel overwhelmed, anxious, or just... stuck. And while life comes with responsibilities, it isn’t meant to be lived in survival mode. You deserve support, understanding, and a space where you can breathe. You deserve to feel joy again. Therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, build emotional strength, and rediscover what joy feels like.
Does life feel like a constant uphill battle? You’re doing your best to keep up—with your partner, your kids, your work—but it’s exhausting. You might feel overwhelmed, anxious, or just... stuck. And while life comes with responsibilities, it isn’t meant to be lived in survival mode. You deserve support, understanding, and a space where you can breathe. You deserve to feel joy again. Therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, build emotional strength, and rediscover what joy feels like.
I have worked with children, teens, and adults across many environments including schools, emergency services, mobile crisis teams, and private practice.
I am gender affirming and will also assist in writing letters for affirming care! With a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, I specialize in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) approaches to help my clients process their experiences, heal, and move toward a life that feels balanced, connected, and meaningful.
I have worked with children, teens, and adults across many environments including schools, emergency services, mobile crisis teams, and private practice.
I am gender affirming and will also assist in writing letters for affirming care! With a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, I specialize in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) approaches to help my clients process their experiences, heal, and move toward a life that feels balanced, connected, and meaningful.
I work with pre- teens, teens and adults to address self-esteem, substance use, and general mental health concerns.
I believe that therapy is a deeply personal journey, and while it takes courage to begin, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Drawing on my clinical experience in the field since 2020, my focus is on creating a warm, collaborative environment where you feel completely heard, understood, and supported. Whether you are dealing with daily stressors or navigating major life transitions, my goal is to provide a safe space for you to unpack your experiences.
I work with pre- teens, teens and adults to address self-esteem, substance use, and general mental health concerns.
I believe that therapy is a deeply personal journey, and while it takes courage to begin, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Drawing on my clinical experience in the field since 2020, my focus is on creating a warm, collaborative environment where you feel completely heard, understood, and supported. Whether you are dealing with daily stressors or navigating major life transitions, my goal is to provide a safe space for you to unpack your experiences.
Experience psychotherapy that involves your whole self: mind, body, and soul. Working with individuals age 10 and up, families or groups, psychotherapy in the company of horses provides powerful opportunities to get to the heart of issues and leads to healthier communication, stronger partnerships, and happier relationships. All work with the horses is done on the ground, and no prior knowledge of horses is required.
Experience psychotherapy that involves your whole self: mind, body, and soul. Working with individuals age 10 and up, families or groups, psychotherapy in the company of horses provides powerful opportunities to get to the heart of issues and leads to healthier communication, stronger partnerships, and happier relationships. All work with the horses is done on the ground, and no prior knowledge of horses is required.
Do you feel stuck or held back by patterns you can’t fully explain? I work with individuals to explore both conscious and unconscious dynamics that shape relationships, self-worth, and life choices. In therapy, you’ll have a supportive space to reflect, deepen self-understanding, and uncover the roots of long-standing struggles. Together, we’ll work to shift patterns that no longer serve you. If you're ready to understand yourself more fully and move toward lasting change, I invite you to reach out.
Do you feel stuck or held back by patterns you can’t fully explain? I work with individuals to explore both conscious and unconscious dynamics that shape relationships, self-worth, and life choices. In therapy, you’ll have a supportive space to reflect, deepen self-understanding, and uncover the roots of long-standing struggles. Together, we’ll work to shift patterns that no longer serve you. If you're ready to understand yourself more fully and move toward lasting change, I invite you to reach out.
My clients would describe my approach as gentle and direct, with a dash of humor. Therapy requires hard work and commitment but that doesn't mean we can't have fun with it either. No matter what you bring I will meet you without judgement. I want to support and empower you to find your own natural strengths, uncover and celebrate your true authentic self, and create the change you want for your life. My approach is collaborative and curious, placing you as the expert in your own life.
My clients would describe my approach as gentle and direct, with a dash of humor. Therapy requires hard work and commitment but that doesn't mean we can't have fun with it either. No matter what you bring I will meet you without judgement. I want to support and empower you to find your own natural strengths, uncover and celebrate your true authentic self, and create the change you want for your life. My approach is collaborative and curious, placing you as the expert in your own life.
As a multi-state licensed clinician in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New Hampshire, I am dedicated to helping individuals regain their footing during life's hardest moments. Whether you are healing from trauma, breaking free from addiction, or managing daily stress, I leverage my deep clinical experience to guide you through tough transitions and challenging chapters.
As a multi-state licensed clinician in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New Hampshire, I am dedicated to helping individuals regain their footing during life's hardest moments. Whether you are healing from trauma, breaking free from addiction, or managing daily stress, I leverage my deep clinical experience to guide you through tough transitions and challenging chapters.
At our offices in New London, Hanover, Claremont, and Plymouth, NH, as well as Hattiesburg, MS, we offer comprehensive, specialized strengths-based services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Lauren utilizes an integrative, strengths-based approach to help support and empower clients to better understand themselves and reach their goals.
Lauren is particularly passionate about working with couples and individuals on concerns relating to relationships, communication, anxiety, self-esteem & life transitions.
At our offices in New London, Hanover, Claremont, and Plymouth, NH, as well as Hattiesburg, MS, we offer comprehensive, specialized strengths-based services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Lauren utilizes an integrative, strengths-based approach to help support and empower clients to better understand themselves and reach their goals.
Lauren is particularly passionate about working with couples and individuals on concerns relating to relationships, communication, anxiety, self-esteem & life transitions.
I see you and the pain you try to hide. You smile and keep going, long after you think you can’t. It's exhausting. It seems like you’re the only one struggling. You don't like the person you’ve become. Life seems unmanageable and your relationships are suffering. You’re tired and irritable. No one is listening. You feel missed and misunderstood. The anger and resentment are rising, even when you try to ignore them. It feels like you can’t do anything right.
Life hasn’t been the easiest but you’ve managed and held it together. Now holding it together is all you’re doing. And you’re barely doing that somedays.
I see you and the pain you try to hide. You smile and keep going, long after you think you can’t. It's exhausting. It seems like you’re the only one struggling. You don't like the person you’ve become. Life seems unmanageable and your relationships are suffering. You’re tired and irritable. No one is listening. You feel missed and misunderstood. The anger and resentment are rising, even when you try to ignore them. It feels like you can’t do anything right.
Life hasn’t been the easiest but you’ve managed and held it together. Now holding it together is all you’re doing. And you’re barely doing that somedays.
I have nine years of experience supporting adolescents, young adults, and families with mental health and substance use concerns.
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients through Time for a Change Wellness. With nine years of experience across a variety of treatment settings, I have developed the skills to support individuals navigating substance misuse and co-occurring mental health challenges.
At this stage in my career, I am especially passionate about working with young adults and adults who are facing concerns related to substance use, life transitions, relationship challenges, and overall emotional well-being. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful lasting changes
I have nine years of experience supporting adolescents, young adults, and families with mental health and substance use concerns.
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients through Time for a Change Wellness. With nine years of experience across a variety of treatment settings, I have developed the skills to support individuals navigating substance misuse and co-occurring mental health challenges.
At this stage in my career, I am especially passionate about working with young adults and adults who are facing concerns related to substance use, life transitions, relationship challenges, and overall emotional well-being. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful lasting changes
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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.