Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Camillus, NY

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Tara R Pienkowski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS SpEd, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
Are you hoping to find support to regulate your emotions and feelings and navigate feelings of overwhelm. Are you a parent that is challenged by the day to day stressors of life with an active family? You may even be the parent of an extraordinary child with special needs or emotional challenges of their own. I understand and have experienced the emotional challenges of parenting and family life. I work with children, adults, couples, and families, together we cultivate improvements in shared understanding, emotional regulation, and behavior. We will nurture emotional wellness through self-compassion and trusting relationships.
Are you hoping to find support to regulate your emotions and feelings and navigate feelings of overwhelm. Are you a parent that is challenged by the day to day stressors of life with an active family? You may even be the parent of an extraordinary child with special needs or emotional challenges of their own. I understand and have experienced the emotional challenges of parenting and family life. I work with children, adults, couples, and families, together we cultivate improvements in shared understanding, emotional regulation, and behavior. We will nurture emotional wellness through self-compassion and trusting relationships.
(315) 539-7751 View (315) 539-7751
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Andrea Bestul
Counselor, LMHC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
My ideal clients are teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, self-esteem concerns, or feeling overwhelmed by daily life.
I help teens and adults manage anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Using a collaborative, strengths-based approach, I provide practical tools, insight, and support to help clients build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and create meaningful change.
My ideal clients are teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, self-esteem concerns, or feeling overwhelmed by daily life.
I help teens and adults manage anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Using a collaborative, strengths-based approach, I provide practical tools, insight, and support to help clients build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and create meaningful change.
(315) 895-8230 View (315) 895-8230
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Sabrina R Capozza Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Counselor, LMHC-D, NCC
2 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
As a Mental Health Counselor I have truly enjoyed my work with children/ adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Each client's objectives are established individually and collaboratively based upon their needs for treatment. The therapeutic alliance is critical in my work with clients and a key component to creating and achieving one's goals.
As a Mental Health Counselor I have truly enjoyed my work with children/ adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Each client's objectives are established individually and collaboratively based upon their needs for treatment. The therapeutic alliance is critical in my work with clients and a key component to creating and achieving one's goals.
(315) 902-7281 View (315) 902-7281
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Dr. Sarah F Spiegelhoff
Counselor, PhD, LMHC-D, LPC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
I specialize in integrative mental health, teen/young adult, and relationship counseling, ages 11+.
Every client is unique and it is my job to assist you through transforming pain and other emotional distress into hope, strength, and positive change. I offer you a patient-centered partnership, to support and empower them in making informed choices that will lead to meaningful outcomes. Identified concerns are evaluated from an integrative mental health perspective to understand psychological, health, and relational dynamics. Through insight-oriented conversations and creating a safe space explore oneself, I work with you to identify barriers and emotions, behavioral and relationship patterns, and achieve change.
I specialize in integrative mental health, teen/young adult, and relationship counseling, ages 11+.
Every client is unique and it is my job to assist you through transforming pain and other emotional distress into hope, strength, and positive change. I offer you a patient-centered partnership, to support and empower them in making informed choices that will lead to meaningful outcomes. Identified concerns are evaluated from an integrative mental health perspective to understand psychological, health, and relational dynamics. Through insight-oriented conversations and creating a safe space explore oneself, I work with you to identify barriers and emotions, behavioral and relationship patterns, and achieve change.
(315) 320-6441 View (315) 320-6441
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Stephanie Agosh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
1 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, overworked, or unfulfilled? Do you struggle with people pleasing? Feeling the weight of perfectionism, anxiety, work/school stress, or relationship challenges? You are NOT alone! The pressures of life can feel like too much, especially when trying to maintain relationships and show up for others how you would like to. Or to be able to tell others how you need them to show up for you. Life's challenges can leave us feeling uncertain, disconnected and burned out. It is easy to overlook how we are feeling. Therapy provides the opportunity to be your authentic self and work towards positive change.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, overworked, or unfulfilled? Do you struggle with people pleasing? Feeling the weight of perfectionism, anxiety, work/school stress, or relationship challenges? You are NOT alone! The pressures of life can feel like too much, especially when trying to maintain relationships and show up for others how you would like to. Or to be able to tell others how you need them to show up for you. Life's challenges can leave us feeling uncertain, disconnected and burned out. It is easy to overlook how we are feeling. Therapy provides the opportunity to be your authentic self and work towards positive change.
(315) 309-0470 View (315) 309-0470
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Sheila O'Donnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Therapy can be a beneficial tool to help manage various challenges throughout the course of our lives. Learning skills to successfully overcome challenges and manage strong emotions is important for us all. Whether it be anxiety, depression, grief, or stress, the opportunity to have someone listen and help guide us through, is invaluable.
I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Therapy can be a beneficial tool to help manage various challenges throughout the course of our lives. Learning skills to successfully overcome challenges and manage strong emotions is important for us all. Whether it be anxiety, depression, grief, or stress, the opportunity to have someone listen and help guide us through, is invaluable.
(315) 915-2523 View (315) 915-2523
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CNY Thrive Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Camillus, NY 13031
I approach therapy with an emphasis on empowerment, to aid an individual on their path to happiness.  My focus is helping an individual understand the roots to their emotional pain, and offering guidance in discovering methods to improve mental wellness.  I also assist with developing interventions to promote effective communication skills, increase self-advocacy, and foster healthy coping techniques.  Every life experience is an opportunity for growth, and I believe it’s vital to maintain emotional balance while growing, in order to find peace within life’s journey.
I approach therapy with an emphasis on empowerment, to aid an individual on their path to happiness.  My focus is helping an individual understand the roots to their emotional pain, and offering guidance in discovering methods to improve mental wellness.  I also assist with developing interventions to promote effective communication skills, increase self-advocacy, and foster healthy coping techniques.  Every life experience is an opportunity for growth, and I believe it’s vital to maintain emotional balance while growing, in order to find peace within life’s journey.
(315) 707-4393 View (315) 707-4393
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Isabella Geraghty
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
I have over 6 years of experience helping members within the LGBTQIA plus community, teens, as well as individuals struggling with chronic health conditions.
Out in the world, you struggle to catch your breath but want to learn how to breathe better. Maybe life has become overwhelming, exhausting, and you aren't sure on how to manage another day or gain more motivation but want to find the strength. Perhaps you have gotten lost due to pain and want to be able to own yourself and your narrative. You might be at the mercy of the many modern day issues plaguing our society that impact your daily life and want to rise up. Maybe you and your partner have grown apart and are uncertain of your future together and want to find your way back to one another so you can have a beautiful future.
I have over 6 years of experience helping members within the LGBTQIA plus community, teens, as well as individuals struggling with chronic health conditions.
Out in the world, you struggle to catch your breath but want to learn how to breathe better. Maybe life has become overwhelming, exhausting, and you aren't sure on how to manage another day or gain more motivation but want to find the strength. Perhaps you have gotten lost due to pain and want to be able to own yourself and your narrative. You might be at the mercy of the many modern day issues plaguing our society that impact your daily life and want to rise up. Maybe you and your partner have grown apart and are uncertain of your future together and want to find your way back to one another so you can have a beautiful future.
(315) 539-7637 View (315) 539-7637
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Christine Hudson
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCTP
2 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
I enjoy working with teens, college students, post-graduates, and adults.
It's no secret life can get overwhelming. Sometimes it can feel like we are doing "all the things" and something still feels out of place. In my space, I hope to offer a place for you to unpack, resolve, heal, create meaning, and redefine some of your life experiences, or we develop tools for you to take on present challenges head on. I draw from IFS, DBT, CBT, Person-Centered, and always Trauma Informed first. If you don't have all the answers, that's okay. If you're not sure what the questions are you have, that's okay! We will refine a treatment plan that is specific to you and your needs.
I enjoy working with teens, college students, post-graduates, and adults.
It's no secret life can get overwhelming. Sometimes it can feel like we are doing "all the things" and something still feels out of place. In my space, I hope to offer a place for you to unpack, resolve, heal, create meaning, and redefine some of your life experiences, or we develop tools for you to take on present challenges head on. I draw from IFS, DBT, CBT, Person-Centered, and always Trauma Informed first. If you don't have all the answers, that's okay. If you're not sure what the questions are you have, that's okay! We will refine a treatment plan that is specific to you and your needs.
(315) 302-1831 View (315) 302-1831
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Michelle VanHatten
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CTP
5 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
You lie awake at night, going over the day again and wondering where it all went wrong. Before you have time to figure it out, yet another hectic day has begun. As a parent of a child who has experienced a challenge or traumatic experience, it's like you're being asked to do it all. The problem is that there's never enough energy, time, or information to manage the difficult behaviors. Before you know it, you've seen multiple therapists and nothing seems to work. The parenting suggestions just don't fit the socially awkward tantrums, fits of rage, or your child's need to control. You're nearing the end of your rope, but what's next?
You lie awake at night, going over the day again and wondering where it all went wrong. Before you have time to figure it out, yet another hectic day has begun. As a parent of a child who has experienced a challenge or traumatic experience, it's like you're being asked to do it all. The problem is that there's never enough energy, time, or information to manage the difficult behaviors. Before you know it, you've seen multiple therapists and nothing seems to work. The parenting suggestions just don't fit the socially awkward tantrums, fits of rage, or your child's need to control. You're nearing the end of your rope, but what's next?
(315) 506-4383 View (315) 506-4383
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Katie Arney-Rattray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PLLC
4 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
Feeling overwhelmed with stress and wanting to experience more joy? Trying to manage a difficult situation that's holding you back in life? My approach is warm, compassionate and down-to-earth. I believe trust and safety are key to a positive therapeutic relationship. I specialize in working with Individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, relationship issues and life stressors. My goal is to help you improve emotional wellness and overall well-being. I also work with teachers, medical professionals, and those w/high stress careers. I provide clinical supervision to other therapists as well.
Feeling overwhelmed with stress and wanting to experience more joy? Trying to manage a difficult situation that's holding you back in life? My approach is warm, compassionate and down-to-earth. I believe trust and safety are key to a positive therapeutic relationship. I specialize in working with Individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, relationship issues and life stressors. My goal is to help you improve emotional wellness and overall well-being. I also work with teachers, medical professionals, and those w/high stress careers. I provide clinical supervision to other therapists as well.
(315) 537-3792 View (315) 537-3792
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Caroline Goldschein
Counselor, MS, LMHC-D, LPC, NCC
Camillus, NY 13031
Successful counseling outcomes are grounded in a collaborative and trusting partnership between the therapist and the client. When working with you, I provide a warm and welcoming space to allow you to feel supported through challenges and successes. My work is to motivate you, gain insight, help identify barriers to their goals, and identify ways to improve overall health and wellness. Through the therapeutic process, we transform fears, pain, and distress into hope and positive change.
Successful counseling outcomes are grounded in a collaborative and trusting partnership between the therapist and the client. When working with you, I provide a warm and welcoming space to allow you to feel supported through challenges and successes. My work is to motivate you, gain insight, help identify barriers to their goals, and identify ways to improve overall health and wellness. Through the therapeutic process, we transform fears, pain, and distress into hope and positive change.
(315) 320-6441 View (315) 320-6441
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Erin M. Yudikaitis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, I’m Erin. Thank you for taking the time to visit my page. Sometimes taking the first step to start therapy can be hard. My goal is to make the process easy for you so that you can begin to focus on your goals. I know how difficult life can be and how hard it is to heal. I work along side you to help and support you with this. I take a strength based and solution focused approach.
Hello, I’m Erin. Thank you for taking the time to visit my page. Sometimes taking the first step to start therapy can be hard. My goal is to make the process easy for you so that you can begin to focus on your goals. I know how difficult life can be and how hard it is to heal. I work along side you to help and support you with this. I take a strength based and solution focused approach.
(315) 753-5447 View (315) 753-5447
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Michelle Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Online Only
My best work is empowering adults in navigating transitions while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of themselves. Possibly struggling with anxiety, depression, work/academic stress, relationship challenges, identity development, family pressure, or life experiences. Helping those that might feel stuck, burnt out, or disconnected; or others that appear high-achieving on the outside but experience self-doubt, perfectionism, or impostor syndrome internally. I aim to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where they can learn tools and confidence to process emotions, build coping skills, strategies to become their best self.
My best work is empowering adults in navigating transitions while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of themselves. Possibly struggling with anxiety, depression, work/academic stress, relationship challenges, identity development, family pressure, or life experiences. Helping those that might feel stuck, burnt out, or disconnected; or others that appear high-achieving on the outside but experience self-doubt, perfectionism, or impostor syndrome internally. I aim to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where they can learn tools and confidence to process emotions, build coping skills, strategies to become their best self.
(315) 887-3528 View (315) 887-3528
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Emma Norton
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
3 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
Do you have moments in your life when you feel stuck and hopeless about the reality of where you are mentally and relationally? Do you wake up feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or anxious? Are you noticing that this is impacting your family and other relationships, your sense of self, or your career? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious and overwhelmed by life circumstances and unfulfilled and unseen in their relationships. I believe there is hope to living a more fulfilled life and it starts with support.
Do you have moments in your life when you feel stuck and hopeless about the reality of where you are mentally and relationally? Do you wake up feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or anxious? Are you noticing that this is impacting your family and other relationships, your sense of self, or your career? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious and overwhelmed by life circumstances and unfulfilled and unseen in their relationships. I believe there is hope to living a more fulfilled life and it starts with support.
(315) 840-3196 View (315) 840-3196
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Kathy Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
1 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
I've worked with a wide range of challenges and mental health issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment issues, relational and social issues, as well as the unique difficulties of children and adolescents.
I've worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 20 years. After graduating Syracuse University in 2003, I participated in an intensive clinical training fellowship at the Yale Child Study Center. Since then, I have continued to work with a variety of emotional and behavioral difficulties. I truly enjoy and feel passionate about my work.
I've worked with a wide range of challenges and mental health issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment issues, relational and social issues, as well as the unique difficulties of children and adolescents.
I've worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 20 years. After graduating Syracuse University in 2003, I participated in an intensive clinical training fellowship at the Yale Child Study Center. Since then, I have continued to work with a variety of emotional and behavioral difficulties. I truly enjoy and feel passionate about my work.
(315) 983-6260 View (315) 983-6260
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Leigha Rogers
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Online Only
As an art therapist, I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, personality disorders, and challenges related to emotional regulation.
I believe therapy should be both a safe place to land and a space that inspires meaningful change. As an art and talk therapist, I offer a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences, emotions, and patterns with honesty and curiosity. I integrate creative expression with traditional psychotherapy, recognizing that sometimes words alone are not enough. Through art-making, reflection, and conversation, I help clients deepen their self-understanding, process difficult experiences, and connect with strengths they may not yet fully recognize.
As an art therapist, I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, personality disorders, and challenges related to emotional regulation.
I believe therapy should be both a safe place to land and a space that inspires meaningful change. As an art and talk therapist, I offer a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences, emotions, and patterns with honesty and curiosity. I integrate creative expression with traditional psychotherapy, recognizing that sometimes words alone are not enough. Through art-making, reflection, and conversation, I help clients deepen their self-understanding, process difficult experiences, and connect with strengths they may not yet fully recognize.
(315) 400-6882 View (315) 400-6882
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Joel R Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CASAC-A, MA
2 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
I am here to listen and show empathy, not to judge or criticize. We all have our unique paths in our lives with unique perspectives and experiences. Healing is a journey with lots of twists and turns and not a simple straight line. I am simply just a guide on this journey with you as you make your way to wholeness and wellness.
I am here to listen and show empathy, not to judge or criticize. We all have our unique paths in our lives with unique perspectives and experiences. Healing is a journey with lots of twists and turns and not a simple straight line. I am simply just a guide on this journey with you as you make your way to wholeness and wellness.
(315) 784-8409 View (315) 784-8409
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Michelle Fiorelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Online Only
Are you struggling to manage the challenges that life throws at you and/or the emotions that you experience? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing individual, family and group therapy. My approach to therapy is person centered, strength based and solution focused. Learning new ways to cope with and regulate emotions, shift negative thought patterns and/or communicate effectively will result in improved mood, physical health and overall well being.
Are you struggling to manage the challenges that life throws at you and/or the emotions that you experience? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing individual, family and group therapy. My approach to therapy is person centered, strength based and solution focused. Learning new ways to cope with and regulate emotions, shift negative thought patterns and/or communicate effectively will result in improved mood, physical health and overall well being.
(315) 961-8541 View (315) 961-8541
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Thane Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
8 Endorsed
Camillus, NY 13031
I’m a Child and Family Therapist who supports children of all ages and their families in building connection, resilience, and emotional awareness. I help children recognize what’s happening inside, understand their triggers, and use new, effective coping tools during stressful moments. I also work closely with parents through joint and family sessions to strengthen support at home and develop strategies that promote growth and healing for the whole family.
I’m a Child and Family Therapist who supports children of all ages and their families in building connection, resilience, and emotional awareness. I help children recognize what’s happening inside, understand their triggers, and use new, effective coping tools during stressful moments. I also work closely with parents through joint and family sessions to strengthen support at home and develop strategies that promote growth and healing for the whole family.
(315) 537-3935 View (315) 537-3935

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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.