Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Ithaca, NY
I am also trained through the WPATH to provide gender affirming care to teens and adults.
I help clients who have a long history of trauma, grief, and loss, experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvement in their symptoms using an attachment-based, somatic approach to psychotherapy. As a trauma-informed therapist, I offer a compassionate space where healing begins through connection. My approach, AEDP, is grounded in the belief that lasting change happens not just through insight but through feeling seen, felt and understood in relationship.
I am also trained through the WPATH to provide gender affirming care to teens and adults.
I help clients who have a long history of trauma, grief, and loss, experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvement in their symptoms using an attachment-based, somatic approach to psychotherapy. As a trauma-informed therapist, I offer a compassionate space where healing begins through connection. My approach, AEDP, is grounded in the belief that lasting change happens not just through insight but through feeling seen, felt and understood in relationship.
I believe the usefulness of therapy lies in the relationship the counselor and client create together. It is there that the client is able to safely explore the challenges of life. Within that relationship, personal strengths are cultivated, while weaknesses are identified and skills developed to inform how best to navigate through one's life fully. I have worked with students struggling under the pressures of academia; couples working to keep a relationship strong; couple's in the midst of separation/divorce; Individuals struggling with depression and anxiety.
I believe the usefulness of therapy lies in the relationship the counselor and client create together. It is there that the client is able to safely explore the challenges of life. Within that relationship, personal strengths are cultivated, while weaknesses are identified and skills developed to inform how best to navigate through one's life fully. I have worked with students struggling under the pressures of academia; couples working to keep a relationship strong; couple's in the midst of separation/divorce; Individuals struggling with depression and anxiety.
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and experiential. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship through which you can share, express freely, and activate your deepest potential for 7transformation. I am devoted to the well-being of my clients and provide the best possible therapy to help facilitate insight and growth. Areas of expertise include trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, family dynamic/attachment and relationship. I also offer services for clients working toward specific personal goals in the areas of, student/school, career/improved work-life, purpose and personal potential..
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and experiential. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship through which you can share, express freely, and activate your deepest potential for 7transformation. I am devoted to the well-being of my clients and provide the best possible therapy to help facilitate insight and growth. Areas of expertise include trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, family dynamic/attachment and relationship. I also offer services for clients working toward specific personal goals in the areas of, student/school, career/improved work-life, purpose and personal potential..
Welcome! We provide candid, affirming, and evidence-based counseling to members of the queer and trans community.
Welcome! We provide candid, affirming, and evidence-based counseling to members of the queer and trans community.
I have immediate openings and welcome professionals, students, adolescents, parents, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ folks.
I enjoy working with adults and teens and will meet you exactly where you are at no matter how much you are struggling in this moment. I am trained in a somatic/ body-oriented, emotion-focused, attachment-based approach called AEDP. It is particularly helpful for trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and rediscovering your vitality and authentic self.
I have immediate openings and welcome professionals, students, adolescents, parents, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ folks.
I enjoy working with adults and teens and will meet you exactly where you are at no matter how much you are struggling in this moment. I am trained in a somatic/ body-oriented, emotion-focused, attachment-based approach called AEDP. It is particularly helpful for trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and rediscovering your vitality and authentic self.
We treat couples, people in non-traditional partnerships, adolescents who struggle with emotional and behavioral problems.
The mind, brain, body, and emotions are all interconnected. We believe that the deepest healing nurtures a process of transformation that goes beyond symptom reduction. We are often able to help people who have previously had difficulty making progress in treatment. In our practice we focus on healing intergenerational cycles of traumatization and violence.
We treat couples, people in non-traditional partnerships, adolescents who struggle with emotional and behavioral problems.
The mind, brain, body, and emotions are all interconnected. We believe that the deepest healing nurtures a process of transformation that goes beyond symptom reduction. We are often able to help people who have previously had difficulty making progress in treatment. In our practice we focus on healing intergenerational cycles of traumatization and violence.
Therapy is an opportunity to heal or get help in relationship. I work with individuals who want more than just tools. My goal is to allow for safe, deep, satisfying, and sometimes hard, but always enlivening conversations. My patients therefore hold a special place in my heart. I work with adults and college students who struggle with relationship, identity stressors, dissociation, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I frequently work with clients who have a co-morbid ADHD or Autism diagnosis. In addition to deep work, I can help you define goals and offer targeted treatments. I can see clients who travel in PA, NY, CT online.
Therapy is an opportunity to heal or get help in relationship. I work with individuals who want more than just tools. My goal is to allow for safe, deep, satisfying, and sometimes hard, but always enlivening conversations. My patients therefore hold a special place in my heart. I work with adults and college students who struggle with relationship, identity stressors, dissociation, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I frequently work with clients who have a co-morbid ADHD or Autism diagnosis. In addition to deep work, I can help you define goals and offer targeted treatments. I can see clients who travel in PA, NY, CT online.
My ideal client longs for life to flow with meaning and purpose, so they no longer feel stuck in suffering or endlessly searching for solutions. They may be in transition, feeling spiritually disconnected, burdened by grief, anxiety, uncertainty, relationship struggles, disordered eating, or weighed down by depression. They come to share their story, revealing the metaphors, symbols, and patterns that shape their life. Together we explore dreams to uncover unconscious patterns, break old cycles and discover their personal spirituality, crafting an art of living that deeply resonates with their soul and brings a sense of fulfillment.
My ideal client longs for life to flow with meaning and purpose, so they no longer feel stuck in suffering or endlessly searching for solutions. They may be in transition, feeling spiritually disconnected, burdened by grief, anxiety, uncertainty, relationship struggles, disordered eating, or weighed down by depression. They come to share their story, revealing the metaphors, symbols, and patterns that shape their life. Together we explore dreams to uncover unconscious patterns, break old cycles and discover their personal spirituality, crafting an art of living that deeply resonates with their soul and brings a sense of fulfillment.
Therapy allows for the opportunity to explore, question, and understand how you engage with yourself and others. My aim is to create a comfortable space to allow you to speak freely. Through this explorative process, I hope to aid in creating understanding towards your personal struggles, wounds, and hesitations. As meaningful insights are gained from reflection I can help you find resolve and see yourself live with less pain.
Therapy allows for the opportunity to explore, question, and understand how you engage with yourself and others. My aim is to create a comfortable space to allow you to speak freely. Through this explorative process, I hope to aid in creating understanding towards your personal struggles, wounds, and hesitations. As meaningful insights are gained from reflection I can help you find resolve and see yourself live with less pain.
I welcome new clients who are interested in making life changes. I individualize my approach to each person and family, drawing from skills learned over the years. My areas of specialty include life change adjustments, interpersonal and family relationships, eating disorders, mood disorders, and anxiety issues. I am also a speaker and educator, clinical consultant, and give workshops and lectures on clinical psychotherapy topics and positive psychology.
I welcome new clients who are interested in making life changes. I individualize my approach to each person and family, drawing from skills learned over the years. My areas of specialty include life change adjustments, interpersonal and family relationships, eating disorders, mood disorders, and anxiety issues. I am also a speaker and educator, clinical consultant, and give workshops and lectures on clinical psychotherapy topics and positive psychology.
Whole Wellness offers psychological and behavioral health assessments for young children, teens, and adults in Ithaca, Binghamton, Orchard Park, and Saratoga Springs, as well as via telehealth all across New York State.
Whole Wellness considers wellness through a biopsychosocial systems lens. That is, wellness is not wholly mediated by the mind. As a diverse team of social workers and educators, we recognize the importance of addressing social determinants of health, such as economic stability, housing, education, community, and access to healthcare.
Whole Wellness offers psychological and behavioral health assessments for young children, teens, and adults in Ithaca, Binghamton, Orchard Park, and Saratoga Springs, as well as via telehealth all across New York State.
Whole Wellness considers wellness through a biopsychosocial systems lens. That is, wellness is not wholly mediated by the mind. As a diverse team of social workers and educators, we recognize the importance of addressing social determinants of health, such as economic stability, housing, education, community, and access to healthcare.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, or identity struggles, and may also face challenges with emotional regulation or relationships. They need a safe, affirming space to feel seen and supported while exploring who they are. Their goals include healing from past wounds, building self-compassion, and gaining tools to manage emotions and connect more authentically. They want relief and a sense of belonging because they’re ready to live more fully and true to themselves.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, or identity struggles, and may also face challenges with emotional regulation or relationships. They need a safe, affirming space to feel seen and supported while exploring who they are. Their goals include healing from past wounds, building self-compassion, and gaining tools to manage emotions and connect more authentically. They want relief and a sense of belonging because they’re ready to live more fully and true to themselves.
Same Day Appointments, No Waitlist. Insurance, Low Self-pay Rates. Inner Lakes Therapy is a warm and welcoming virtual group practice. We specialize in working with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and trauma while prioritizing safety and affirming care. All of our clinicians are BIPOC allied and LGBTQIA+ and ND affirming, if not members of these groups themselves. We do our best to both align with strong social justice values and provide empowering and destigmatizing therapy. We are open, body-positive, sex-positive, kink-affirming, and non-judgmental.
Same Day Appointments, No Waitlist. Insurance, Low Self-pay Rates. Inner Lakes Therapy is a warm and welcoming virtual group practice. We specialize in working with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and trauma while prioritizing safety and affirming care. All of our clinicians are BIPOC allied and LGBTQIA+ and ND affirming, if not members of these groups themselves. We do our best to both align with strong social justice values and provide empowering and destigmatizing therapy. We are open, body-positive, sex-positive, kink-affirming, and non-judgmental.
Areas of focus include:
-Depression -Anxiety -Addiction
-ADHD. - Relationship conflict
-Financial Planning
I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Insight Oriented Therapy to inform an actionable treatment plan that targets underlying problems.
Areas of focus include:
-Depression -Anxiety -Addiction
-ADHD. - Relationship conflict
-Financial Planning
I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Insight Oriented Therapy to inform an actionable treatment plan that targets underlying problems.
When working with children or teens, I focus on connecting with your child—often through art and play.
My job is to facilitate the process of change. I am experienced in helping people with problems in personal relationships and at work. Many of my clients are feeling stuck or unsure about something of importance. They may be struggling with parenting, addiction, or feelings of anxiety, irritability, and deep sadness. Some have experienced something tragic that has left them unmoored and are wondering how to rebuild. Often, the people I work with are associated with colleges and universities. My 20+ years of experience in higher education is a resource in my work as a therapist.
When working with children or teens, I focus on connecting with your child—often through art and play.
My job is to facilitate the process of change. I am experienced in helping people with problems in personal relationships and at work. Many of my clients are feeling stuck or unsure about something of importance. They may be struggling with parenting, addiction, or feelings of anxiety, irritability, and deep sadness. Some have experienced something tragic that has left them unmoored and are wondering how to rebuild. Often, the people I work with are associated with colleges and universities. My 20+ years of experience in higher education is a resource in my work as a therapist.
I am currently not accepting new patients until 2024. Experiencing a loss of sexual desire? Arguing about frequency of sex? Worried about performance issues? Healing from sexual trauma or infidelity? Want to better understand your sexuality? I specialize in working with individuals, couples and multi-partnered relationships as they explore concerns related to sex, intimacy and gender identity. Using a combination of proven methods in sex therapy and relationship/family therapies, I help people heal and experience a satisfying sex life so they can live a more connected and thriving life.
I am currently not accepting new patients until 2024. Experiencing a loss of sexual desire? Arguing about frequency of sex? Worried about performance issues? Healing from sexual trauma or infidelity? Want to better understand your sexuality? I specialize in working with individuals, couples and multi-partnered relationships as they explore concerns related to sex, intimacy and gender identity. Using a combination of proven methods in sex therapy and relationship/family therapies, I help people heal and experience a satisfying sex life so they can live a more connected and thriving life.
We specialize in working with adolescents, college students and adults.
Hi, My name is Adam Scholl, LCSW-R and I own a MH clinic in downtown Ithaca. Tompkins Community Counseling is a small, family owned mental health clinic located in downtown Ithaca. All of our clinicians have over 25 years experience and each offers a variety of specialties to treat various mental health concerns. We are currently accepting new referrals. We are in-network with Aetna insurance, and we submit claims for our clients with other insurance policies. We do this because it helps support our mission of removing barriers between you and counseling.
We specialize in working with adolescents, college students and adults.
Hi, My name is Adam Scholl, LCSW-R and I own a MH clinic in downtown Ithaca. Tompkins Community Counseling is a small, family owned mental health clinic located in downtown Ithaca. All of our clinicians have over 25 years experience and each offers a variety of specialties to treat various mental health concerns. We are currently accepting new referrals. We are in-network with Aetna insurance, and we submit claims for our clients with other insurance policies. We do this because it helps support our mission of removing barriers between you and counseling.
Hello and Welcome! Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and finding a therapist who feels like a good fit is an important step. I work with individuals and families who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about how to move forward in different areas of life. Many clients come to therapy experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma related challenges, life stressors, relationship difficulties, or family conflict.
Together, we work toward building greater understanding, confidence, and movement toward meaningful change. Please call or schedule a free consultation through my website to see if we are a good fit!
Hello and Welcome! Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and finding a therapist who feels like a good fit is an important step. I work with individuals and families who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about how to move forward in different areas of life. Many clients come to therapy experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma related challenges, life stressors, relationship difficulties, or family conflict.
Together, we work toward building greater understanding, confidence, and movement toward meaningful change. Please call or schedule a free consultation through my website to see if we are a good fit!
She has considerable clinical experience across multiple settings and enjoys working with adolescents, adults, and couples.
Carrie is passionate about supporting clients as they navigate adjustment and relationship issues, life transitions, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. Carrie has advanced training and specializes in the treatment of trauma and PTSD.
She has considerable clinical experience across multiple settings and enjoys working with adolescents, adults, and couples.
Carrie is passionate about supporting clients as they navigate adjustment and relationship issues, life transitions, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. Carrie has advanced training and specializes in the treatment of trauma and PTSD.
Hello and welcome, and thank you for prioritizing your mental health.
I work with college students and young adults who are feeling overwhelmed, burned out, anxious, or emotionally drained. Together, we navigate academic pressure, life transitions, and relationship challenges, while building practical tools to manage stress and strengthen resilience.
My approach integrates mindfulness-based practices that support emotional regulation, self-awareness, and a greater sense of stability and balance over time.
Hello and welcome, and thank you for prioritizing your mental health.
I work with college students and young adults who are feeling overwhelmed, burned out, anxious, or emotionally drained. Together, we navigate academic pressure, life transitions, and relationship challenges, while building practical tools to manage stress and strengthen resilience.
My approach integrates mindfulness-based practices that support emotional regulation, self-awareness, and a greater sense of stability and balance over time.
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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.