Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Highland Mills, NY
I have experience working with diverse population, providing individual therapy to children, teens and adults, as well as family therapy.
I am a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York and New Jersey trained in Trauma and Disaster relief, Functional family therapy and different modalities such as CBT, Psychodynamic and other Trauma inform practices. I primary work with children, teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life changes.
I have experience working with diverse population, providing individual therapy to children, teens and adults, as well as family therapy.
I am a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York and New Jersey trained in Trauma and Disaster relief, Functional family therapy and different modalities such as CBT, Psychodynamic and other Trauma inform practices. I primary work with children, teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life changes.
Are you struggling in one or more of these areas…Do you have poor communication with loved ones that result in arguing without resolution? Do you have conflict with your children and don’t know how to help? Are you unhappy in your marriage? Do you have stress? Is your mind over thinking or obsessing? Feeling overwhelmed? Are you up all night? Are you angry? Are you or a loved one dealing with addiction? Are you unhappy with your job? Are you trying to make a change in life and don’t know what to do? Are you feeling depressed? Do you lack motivation? Do you have panic attacks? Are you suffering from anxiety?
Are you struggling in one or more of these areas…Do you have poor communication with loved ones that result in arguing without resolution? Do you have conflict with your children and don’t know how to help? Are you unhappy in your marriage? Do you have stress? Is your mind over thinking or obsessing? Feeling overwhelmed? Are you up all night? Are you angry? Are you or a loved one dealing with addiction? Are you unhappy with your job? Are you trying to make a change in life and don’t know what to do? Are you feeling depressed? Do you lack motivation? Do you have panic attacks? Are you suffering from anxiety?
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than five years of experience providing psychotherapy to diverse populations across various treatment settings.
I am committed to providing compassionate, client-centered care and creating a supportive environment where individuals can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful personal growth and recovery.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than five years of experience providing psychotherapy to diverse populations across various treatment settings.
I am committed to providing compassionate, client-centered care and creating a supportive environment where individuals can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful personal growth and recovery.
Octavia Butler put it very well: “hidden within change is surprise, delight, confusion, pain, discovery, loss, opportunity, and growth.” I’m here to help you shape that change, by giving you time, space, and guidance as you need, to find obstacles and ways through them—and to help you bear the pain that comes with change, as you grow into a life you can explore and enjoy. Through exploring your history and present conflicts in a secure environment, you gain insight, self-acceptance, choice instead of repetition, a voice that feels authentic, and the ability to tolerate discomfort and uncertainty.
Octavia Butler put it very well: “hidden within change is surprise, delight, confusion, pain, discovery, loss, opportunity, and growth.” I’m here to help you shape that change, by giving you time, space, and guidance as you need, to find obstacles and ways through them—and to help you bear the pain that comes with change, as you grow into a life you can explore and enjoy. Through exploring your history and present conflicts in a secure environment, you gain insight, self-acceptance, choice instead of repetition, a voice that feels authentic, and the ability to tolerate discomfort and uncertainty.
I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, tailoring evidence-based approaches to your unique needs.
Narcissistic abuse is confusing, isolating, and painful. Many people feel alone, hopeless, and unsure of themselves, not realizing there’s a name for what they’re experiencing. Healing is possible. Recovery helps you rebuild self-trust, reconnect with reality, and break cycles of idealization and devaluation. I offer compassionate, informed support.
I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, tailoring evidence-based approaches to your unique needs.
Narcissistic abuse is confusing, isolating, and painful. Many people feel alone, hopeless, and unsure of themselves, not realizing there’s a name for what they’re experiencing. Healing is possible. Recovery helps you rebuild self-trust, reconnect with reality, and break cycles of idealization and devaluation. I offer compassionate, informed support.
“Everyone deserves a life that is easy and free.”
When we are plagued by mental health symptoms, the first thing that we can lose is our freedom and our sense of ease moving throughout our lives. My goal is to help you get that back.
Through the use of several different modalities, I will tailor your treatment so that it is unique to you and targets your specific concerns to make your life easier and to bring back the freedom that you deserve.
Whether your goals are to be more present with your family, to improve your self esteem, or even to change your outlook on the world, I’m here to help you make that dream a reality.
“Everyone deserves a life that is easy and free.”
When we are plagued by mental health symptoms, the first thing that we can lose is our freedom and our sense of ease moving throughout our lives. My goal is to help you get that back.
Through the use of several different modalities, I will tailor your treatment so that it is unique to you and targets your specific concerns to make your life easier and to bring back the freedom that you deserve.
Whether your goals are to be more present with your family, to improve your self esteem, or even to change your outlook on the world, I’m here to help you make that dream a reality.
In-person and virtual therapy helping adults and teens understand anxiety, build confidence, and create lasting change.
When anxiety takes over, it can feel like your mind never gets a break. You may find yourself overthinking every decision, avoiding situations that once felt manageable, or exhausted from trying to hold everything together. At some point, you realize you can't keep doing this on your own. That's where I come in. My approach is collaborative and practical, built to create change that actually lasts. Together, we'll figure out what's keeping you stuck, develop strategies you can use outside of session, and build the confidence to navigate life's challenges with greater ease.
In-person and virtual therapy helping adults and teens understand anxiety, build confidence, and create lasting change.
When anxiety takes over, it can feel like your mind never gets a break. You may find yourself overthinking every decision, avoiding situations that once felt manageable, or exhausted from trying to hold everything together. At some point, you realize you can't keep doing this on your own. That's where I come in. My approach is collaborative and practical, built to create change that actually lasts. Together, we'll figure out what's keeping you stuck, develop strategies you can use outside of session, and build the confidence to navigate life's challenges with greater ease.
Hi, I'm Dr. Adam Weissman, Founder, Director, and Chief Psychologist at The Child & Family Institute (CFI), a highly specialized cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and integrative behavioral health center with 15 sites throughout the U.S. (including Westchester, Long Island, Manhattan, Brooklyn, CT, NJ, FL, MI, and CA). Trained by some of the world's leading CBT experts at the University of Pennsylvania, Rutgers, the NYU Child Study Center, and Harvard Medical School, we specialize in state-of-the art, evidence-based psychological assessment and treatment for a wide range of anxiety, mood, attention, behavior, and habit disorders.
Hi, I'm Dr. Adam Weissman, Founder, Director, and Chief Psychologist at The Child & Family Institute (CFI), a highly specialized cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and integrative behavioral health center with 15 sites throughout the U.S. (including Westchester, Long Island, Manhattan, Brooklyn, CT, NJ, FL, MI, and CA). Trained by some of the world's leading CBT experts at the University of Pennsylvania, Rutgers, the NYU Child Study Center, and Harvard Medical School, we specialize in state-of-the art, evidence-based psychological assessment and treatment for a wide range of anxiety, mood, attention, behavior, and habit disorders.
She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families.
Has your son or daughter mood changed, are they becoming more angry, sad or distant or do they spend most of their time in their room away from others? Is your child having difficulty focusing and hyper? Does your child complain about school and have become disinterested? Does it make you fearful or frustrated? Do you feel as if you are at your wits end or a failure? Do you feel like teachers/ administrators don't understand, is your child labeled a bad child? You are not alone and I thank you for being here today.
She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families.
Has your son or daughter mood changed, are they becoming more angry, sad or distant or do they spend most of their time in their room away from others? Is your child having difficulty focusing and hyper? Does your child complain about school and have become disinterested? Does it make you fearful or frustrated? Do you feel as if you are at your wits end or a failure? Do you feel like teachers/ administrators don't understand, is your child labeled a bad child? You are not alone and I thank you for being here today.
I work with children and teens with anxiety, depression, difficulties with emotional regulation and attention and academic challenges.
I have worked with children, adults and families for over 25 years, in clinical and educational settings. My therapy sessions respect the unique experience of each individual and help facilitate insight, understanding and provide strategies leading to positive change. I provide individual, parent-child and couples therapy and consultation with schools, mental health or medical providers when needed.
I work with children and teens with anxiety, depression, difficulties with emotional regulation and attention and academic challenges.
I have worked with children, adults and families for over 25 years, in clinical and educational settings. My therapy sessions respect the unique experience of each individual and help facilitate insight, understanding and provide strategies leading to positive change. I provide individual, parent-child and couples therapy and consultation with schools, mental health or medical providers when needed.
What does society expect? Be sane, focused, not anxious, depressed or burned out: every day? That is too much!
You have feelings and emotions that can make you upset and even cry. However, you feel you have to hide them; so nobody can see. You're exhausted and can't slow down for fear of what may happen if you stop. Your internal voice is always yelling at you and you want nothing more for it to shut-up, but you don’t even know if it’s possible to truly accept yourself. Too many people have too much access to your personal space or emotional energy, but you learned this is how to keep people around; so saying “no” is not an option.
What does society expect? Be sane, focused, not anxious, depressed or burned out: every day? That is too much!
You have feelings and emotions that can make you upset and even cry. However, you feel you have to hide them; so nobody can see. You're exhausted and can't slow down for fear of what may happen if you stop. Your internal voice is always yelling at you and you want nothing more for it to shut-up, but you don’t even know if it’s possible to truly accept yourself. Too many people have too much access to your personal space or emotional energy, but you learned this is how to keep people around; so saying “no” is not an option.
I work with individuals and families facing urgent crises—psychiatric instability, substance use, or legal consequences tied to either. Whether the crisis unfolds in a courtroom, ER, or at home, I step in to assess risk, interrupt destructive cycles, and coordinate decisive next steps. My approach blends lived experience with criminological expertise to bring clarity, structure, and accountability when time is short and stakes are high. I don't wait for readiness—I help create it.
I work with individuals and families facing urgent crises—psychiatric instability, substance use, or legal consequences tied to either. Whether the crisis unfolds in a courtroom, ER, or at home, I step in to assess risk, interrupt destructive cycles, and coordinate decisive next steps. My approach blends lived experience with criminological expertise to bring clarity, structure, and accountability when time is short and stakes are high. I don't wait for readiness—I help create it.
Without even meeting you, I know you are capable, smart, and unique. But life may have thrown you challenges that make you doubt yourself. We are taught: "Bishvili Nivra Haolam." Bishvili can be read in two ways: For Me -or- On My Path. The Baal Shem Tov teaches: My path is unique to me. The challenges I face, the tools I was given, all create my path, my shvil. I alone am biShvili, on my path. And there, on my path, I have all the tools I need. My goal is to help you uncover the innate tools you have so you can overcome your challenges and live a life of meaning and joy. Hashem has great faith in you, and so do I.
Without even meeting you, I know you are capable, smart, and unique. But life may have thrown you challenges that make you doubt yourself. We are taught: "Bishvili Nivra Haolam." Bishvili can be read in two ways: For Me -or- On My Path. The Baal Shem Tov teaches: My path is unique to me. The challenges I face, the tools I was given, all create my path, my shvil. I alone am biShvili, on my path. And there, on my path, I have all the tools I need. My goal is to help you uncover the innate tools you have so you can overcome your challenges and live a life of meaning and joy. Hashem has great faith in you, and so do I.
My goal as an integrated heath care professional is to treat the whole body; so patients can experience changes in sensation, perception, thought or behavior corresponding to his or their mental or physical health needs. My success in treating chronic illness is founded in the idea that all therapeutic relationships are a partnership of patient and clinician in restoring the body to health. The use of Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy can address a variety of physical and mental health issues in a shorter time; with longer lasting effects.
My goal as an integrated heath care professional is to treat the whole body; so patients can experience changes in sensation, perception, thought or behavior corresponding to his or their mental or physical health needs. My success in treating chronic illness is founded in the idea that all therapeutic relationships are a partnership of patient and clinician in restoring the body to health. The use of Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy can address a variety of physical and mental health issues in a shorter time; with longer lasting effects.
I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely supported, understood, and not alone in the process. I’m deeply in my clients’ corner and truly invested in their growth and well-being. My style is warm, compassionate, and honest - I’ll meet you with care and empathy, while also helping you gently move toward the changes you’re hoping for. I take a thoughtful and collaborative approach, balancing practical, goal-oriented work with a pace that feels comfortable and sustainable. Change doesn’t have to be rushed - instead, we can be intentional and strategic together, creating a plan that feels right for you.
I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely supported, understood, and not alone in the process. I’m deeply in my clients’ corner and truly invested in their growth and well-being. My style is warm, compassionate, and honest - I’ll meet you with care and empathy, while also helping you gently move toward the changes you’re hoping for. I take a thoughtful and collaborative approach, balancing practical, goal-oriented work with a pace that feels comfortable and sustainable. Change doesn’t have to be rushed - instead, we can be intentional and strategic together, creating a plan that feels right for you.
I believe in meeting individuals where they are at and supporting them in achieving resiliency. By taking a compassionate and genuine approach, my goal is to help you feel understood and supported. Through collaboration, our work will focus on gaining awareness into patterns and dilemmas, and using your fundamental strengths to lead a meaningful life and cope with the stressors that inevitably come with it. A main focus of my work is to maintain an empathic, warm, and non-judgmental approach as the complex pieces of your story are shared over time.
I believe in meeting individuals where they are at and supporting them in achieving resiliency. By taking a compassionate and genuine approach, my goal is to help you feel understood and supported. Through collaboration, our work will focus on gaining awareness into patterns and dilemmas, and using your fundamental strengths to lead a meaningful life and cope with the stressors that inevitably come with it. A main focus of my work is to maintain an empathic, warm, and non-judgmental approach as the complex pieces of your story are shared over time.
My practice consists of children ages 3-18 who display emotional and/or behavioral symptoms. The majority of my patient population include children suffering from Anxiety (which can involve Separation Anxiety, Post-Traumatic-Stress-Disorder or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), Depression and other mood-related issues, low self-esteem, Attachment Disorders, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Attention-Deficit-Hyperactivity-Disorder and behavioral disturbances. Many of the children I work with come in to address socialization issues, either through 1:1 therapy or through my Social Skills Group for Kids. I specialize in diagnostic evaluations and treatment for pediatric populations.
My practice consists of children ages 3-18 who display emotional and/or behavioral symptoms. The majority of my patient population include children suffering from Anxiety (which can involve Separation Anxiety, Post-Traumatic-Stress-Disorder or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), Depression and other mood-related issues, low self-esteem, Attachment Disorders, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Attention-Deficit-Hyperactivity-Disorder and behavioral disturbances. Many of the children I work with come in to address socialization issues, either through 1:1 therapy or through my Social Skills Group for Kids. I specialize in diagnostic evaluations and treatment for pediatric populations.
If you're seeking assistance for mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, teens and school-related issues, couples and family problems, or sports psychology, I can provide you with guidance and support.
My ideal client is high-functioning but overwhelmed struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, or relationship issues. They often feel pressure to meet everyone’s expectations while losing touch with their own needs. They seek clarity, emotional balance, and tools to manage life transitions. Whether healing from trauma, setting boundaries, or improving relationships, they want to feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow. They’re ready to do the work they just need the right guide.
If you're seeking assistance for mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, teens and school-related issues, couples and family problems, or sports psychology, I can provide you with guidance and support.
My ideal client is high-functioning but overwhelmed struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, or relationship issues. They often feel pressure to meet everyone’s expectations while losing touch with their own needs. They seek clarity, emotional balance, and tools to manage life transitions. Whether healing from trauma, setting boundaries, or improving relationships, they want to feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow. They’re ready to do the work they just need the right guide.
I’m a compassionate and dedicated therapist who works with individuals across the lifespan—from children and teens to young adults and older adults.
My approach to therapy is client-centered, meaning I tailor our work to fit your unique needs, goals, and pace. Whether you're navigating a life transition, facing anxiety or depression, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to support you in finding greater clarity, confidence, and fulfillment.
I’m a compassionate and dedicated therapist who works with individuals across the lifespan—from children and teens to young adults and older adults.
My approach to therapy is client-centered, meaning I tailor our work to fit your unique needs, goals, and pace. Whether you're navigating a life transition, facing anxiety or depression, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to support you in finding greater clarity, confidence, and fulfillment.
The relationship you have with your therapist is a vehicle for change; I am unwavering in my persistence to help and to treat people with respect. I will ask you questions that make you think and learn about yourself, and I will help you accept what you discover. I aim to create a safe space in my office and to help you find safety in your life. I can help you navigate the relationships in your life and provide you with techniques that facilitate emotional growth. I dismantle the thoughts that maintain depression and anxiety and may help you reduce the potency of, if not diminish the traumas that are keeping you stuck.
The relationship you have with your therapist is a vehicle for change; I am unwavering in my persistence to help and to treat people with respect. I will ask you questions that make you think and learn about yourself, and I will help you accept what you discover. I aim to create a safe space in my office and to help you find safety in your life. I can help you navigate the relationships in your life and provide you with techniques that facilitate emotional growth. I dismantle the thoughts that maintain depression and anxiety and may help you reduce the potency of, if not diminish the traumas that are keeping you stuck.
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Nearby Teens Therapists Searches for Highland Mills
- Campbell Hall
- Central Valley
- Chester
- Cornwall
- Cornwall on Hudson
- Garrison
- Harriman
- Highland Falls
- Monroe
- New Windsor
- Stony Point
- Washingtonville
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.