Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Bexley, OH
Let’s be real, life can be messy. Some days, it feels like you have it all together, and other days, just getting out of bed deserves a gold medal. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that aren’t working, you’re not alone. My goal is to provide a space where you can be your authentic self, no judgment, just support.
I work with people who are dealing with anxiety, stress, life changes, or relationship struggles. If self-doubt is holding you back or burnout is making it hard to move forward, we’ll work together to help you feel more like yourself again.
Let’s be real, life can be messy. Some days, it feels like you have it all together, and other days, just getting out of bed deserves a gold medal. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that aren’t working, you’re not alone. My goal is to provide a space where you can be your authentic self, no judgment, just support.
I work with people who are dealing with anxiety, stress, life changes, or relationship struggles. If self-doubt is holding you back or burnout is making it hard to move forward, we’ll work together to help you feel more like yourself again.
Life’s challenges can impact us at any age—whether you're a preschooler, child, teen, or adult, I'm here to support you.
With a deep understanding of Special Education, 504 laws, and data collection tools, I conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations that accurately pinpoint individual needs. Trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, and DBT, I believe that targeted mental health interventions can significantly transform academic performance, school engagement, and overall well-being.
Life’s challenges can impact us at any age—whether you're a preschooler, child, teen, or adult, I'm here to support you.
With a deep understanding of Special Education, 504 laws, and data collection tools, I conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations that accurately pinpoint individual needs. Trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, and DBT, I believe that targeted mental health interventions can significantly transform academic performance, school engagement, and overall well-being.
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) serving clients in the Central Ohio region. I am passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful, fulfilling lives. My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a belief in my clients’ strengths and resilience.
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) serving clients in the Central Ohio region. I am passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful, fulfilling lives. My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a belief in my clients’ strengths and resilience.
I provide empirically-supported psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. My work is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with an emphasis on mindfulness and self-compassion. My areas of specialization include anxiety disorders and OCD, as well as parent management skills, particularly for caregivers of children with anxiety and behavioral dysregulation.
I provide empirically-supported psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. My work is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with an emphasis on mindfulness and self-compassion. My areas of specialization include anxiety disorders and OCD, as well as parent management skills, particularly for caregivers of children with anxiety and behavioral dysregulation.
Dana Zager Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, MSW, LISW-S, OSW-C
Bexley, OH 43209
PRACTICAL AND PERSONALIZED THERAPY FOR ADULTS, ADOLESCENTS, CHILDREN AND FAMILIES NAVIGATING THE EMOTIONAL ASPECTS OF LIFE'S CHALLENGES, INCLUDING LIFE-ALTERING ILLNESSES.
ART THERAPY:
Children or adults who are struggling with self esteem, a traumatic experience, or are highly sensitive, anxious, or depressed are good candidates for art therapy.
Dana uses art therapy to facilitate the symbolic processes that enables an individual to fully express and explore whatever stresses they are currently encountering.
PRACTICAL AND PERSONALIZED THERAPY FOR ADULTS, ADOLESCENTS, CHILDREN AND FAMILIES NAVIGATING THE EMOTIONAL ASPECTS OF LIFE'S CHALLENGES, INCLUDING LIFE-ALTERING ILLNESSES.
ART THERAPY:
Children or adults who are struggling with self esteem, a traumatic experience, or are highly sensitive, anxious, or depressed are good candidates for art therapy.
Dana uses art therapy to facilitate the symbolic processes that enables an individual to fully express and explore whatever stresses they are currently encountering.
As a therapist for over 35 years working with children, adolescents, young adults and their parents, I know how to support parents to better understand their child while at the same time engage the young person with my humor and creativity.
I have experience working with children and families with a vast array of challenges. I have specific training in working with young children. My approach creates a sense of safety so the child can be open with me so I can guide them to a new and healthier place.
As a therapist for over 35 years working with children, adolescents, young adults and their parents, I know how to support parents to better understand their child while at the same time engage the young person with my humor and creativity.
I have experience working with children and families with a vast array of challenges. I have specific training in working with young children. My approach creates a sense of safety so the child can be open with me so I can guide them to a new and healthier place.
My focus is in the diagnosis and treatment of kids, teens and adults with ADHD.
I work collaboratively with adults, children, teens, parents, and medication providers to form an ADHD support team for your family. I am certified in coaching which means I partner with families to identify and achieve specific, realistic measurable goals. Together we can achieve positive outcomes that allow you to thrive with ADHD.
My focus is in the diagnosis and treatment of kids, teens and adults with ADHD.
I work collaboratively with adults, children, teens, parents, and medication providers to form an ADHD support team for your family. I am certified in coaching which means I partner with families to identify and achieve specific, realistic measurable goals. Together we can achieve positive outcomes that allow you to thrive with ADHD.
We are a professional counseling firm with experienced counselors in Sexual Abuse, Relationship/Marital Counseling, Family counseling, Codependency Counseling, Gender Identity, Incarceration/Probation Counseling, and specialize in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling for adults and teens, as well as Trauma and PTSD.
At Counseling, LTD. you will find a flexible appointment schedule to include Saturday, Sunday as well as evening appointments, great locations, a relaxing atmosphere, and professional and motivated counselors READY to address all your needs!
We are a professional counseling firm with experienced counselors in Sexual Abuse, Relationship/Marital Counseling, Family counseling, Codependency Counseling, Gender Identity, Incarceration/Probation Counseling, and specialize in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling for adults and teens, as well as Trauma and PTSD.
At Counseling, LTD. you will find a flexible appointment schedule to include Saturday, Sunday as well as evening appointments, great locations, a relaxing atmosphere, and professional and motivated counselors READY to address all your needs!
I am a private practice counselor who has had years of experience treating a variety of mental health disorders. I believe in holistic health in dealing with everyday stress. I previously ran a partial hospital program here in Columbus Ohio.
I use CBT and ACT skills to retrain your brain when you get stuck in old thinking patterns. I also draw from mindfulness training to help learn skills to manage anxiety and combat fears. I have worked with both individuals and couples to address relationship issues.
I am a private practice counselor who has had years of experience treating a variety of mental health disorders. I believe in holistic health in dealing with everyday stress. I previously ran a partial hospital program here in Columbus Ohio.
I use CBT and ACT skills to retrain your brain when you get stuck in old thinking patterns. I also draw from mindfulness training to help learn skills to manage anxiety and combat fears. I have worked with both individuals and couples to address relationship issues.
You've had the same argument three nights in a row. Or maybe you're not arguing much anymore but feel more like roommates than partners. Somewhere between work, parenting, life transitions, and the noise of everyday life, the connection that once felt natural is now harder to find. I use Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help couples slow reactive cycles, understand what’s happening beneath conflict, and change the way they respond to each other in moments of stress and disconnection. We'll work to reduce conflict, rebuild emotional safety, and strengthen closeness and partnership in your relationship.
You've had the same argument three nights in a row. Or maybe you're not arguing much anymore but feel more like roommates than partners. Somewhere between work, parenting, life transitions, and the noise of everyday life, the connection that once felt natural is now harder to find. I use Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help couples slow reactive cycles, understand what’s happening beneath conflict, and change the way they respond to each other in moments of stress and disconnection. We'll work to reduce conflict, rebuild emotional safety, and strengthen closeness and partnership in your relationship.
My ideal client has lived through trauma, chronic stress, or profound life disruption and is ready for healing that goes beyond talk alone. They may feel anxious, disconnected, exhausted, or stuck in survival mode, yet know something deeper is possible. They want to feel lighter, grounded, and whole again. I offer a safe, culturally responsive space that integrates mind, body, and spirit using trauma-informed, body-centered, and mindfulness-based approaches. Together, we restore regulation, resilience, and a sense of empowered connection to self and life.
My ideal client has lived through trauma, chronic stress, or profound life disruption and is ready for healing that goes beyond talk alone. They may feel anxious, disconnected, exhausted, or stuck in survival mode, yet know something deeper is possible. They want to feel lighter, grounded, and whole again. I offer a safe, culturally responsive space that integrates mind, body, and spirit using trauma-informed, body-centered, and mindfulness-based approaches. Together, we restore regulation, resilience, and a sense of empowered connection to self and life.
Please note: We are not currently accepting therapy clients. We are still accepting evaluation clients. We will keep availability regularly updated. Thank you for your patience!
Please note: We are not currently accepting therapy clients. We are still accepting evaluation clients. We will keep availability regularly updated. Thank you for your patience!
We are a group private practice with multiple therapists including EMDR and trauma informed clinicians. We also have a psychiatric nurse practitioner for medication management. We serve individuals, families, parents, couples, and groups. At Gestalt Columbus, we work alongside our clients to treat the whole person - mind and body. We understand the complexity of interpersonal relationships and the difficulty of changing established patterns with partners, family, friends and work associates. Solutions to deep, personal suffering must be rooted in real-life understanding and not just a quick fix or a one-size-fits-all approach.
We are a group private practice with multiple therapists including EMDR and trauma informed clinicians. We also have a psychiatric nurse practitioner for medication management. We serve individuals, families, parents, couples, and groups. At Gestalt Columbus, we work alongside our clients to treat the whole person - mind and body. We understand the complexity of interpersonal relationships and the difficulty of changing established patterns with partners, family, friends and work associates. Solutions to deep, personal suffering must be rooted in real-life understanding and not just a quick fix or a one-size-fits-all approach.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, high-functioning people seeking deeper healing beyond traditional therapy. They may be navigating trauma, spiritual disconnection, grief, identity shifts, or integrating psychedelic experiences. My clients value meaningful, depth-oriented work and understand that investing in their healing can profoundly improve their quality of life. Through EMDR, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), ERP, somatic and holistic approaches, I support and walk alongside clients in reconnecting with themselves and creating lasting transformation.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, high-functioning people seeking deeper healing beyond traditional therapy. They may be navigating trauma, spiritual disconnection, grief, identity shifts, or integrating psychedelic experiences. My clients value meaningful, depth-oriented work and understand that investing in their healing can profoundly improve their quality of life. Through EMDR, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), ERP, somatic and holistic approaches, I support and walk alongside clients in reconnecting with themselves and creating lasting transformation.
"Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom," Viktor Frankl. Everything that life throws at us can be overwhelming. Having a person to talk to in a safe, non judgmental space is important for maintaining overall wellness. Making the decision to seek help is a huge step and very empowering, congratulations!
"Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom," Viktor Frankl. Everything that life throws at us can be overwhelming. Having a person to talk to in a safe, non judgmental space is important for maintaining overall wellness. Making the decision to seek help is a huge step and very empowering, congratulations!
I am passionate about my work and helping individuals gain insight and understanding in their own challenges, strengths, limits, and abilities. As a proponent of holistic healing, I am working toward the use of yoga, yoga for trauma, meditation, and wellness coaching in my practice. My specialties include behavioral and mental health, substance use/abuse/dependence, LGBTQIA+ issues, and trauma with training in EMDR for difficult cases. From experience, I know, regardless of the difficulties in life, there is always a solution/change which can happen to help you find a positive to every situation -even if is not what you thought.
I am passionate about my work and helping individuals gain insight and understanding in their own challenges, strengths, limits, and abilities. As a proponent of holistic healing, I am working toward the use of yoga, yoga for trauma, meditation, and wellness coaching in my practice. My specialties include behavioral and mental health, substance use/abuse/dependence, LGBTQIA+ issues, and trauma with training in EMDR for difficult cases. From experience, I know, regardless of the difficulties in life, there is always a solution/change which can happen to help you find a positive to every situation -even if is not what you thought.
I have been a practicing clinical social worker for over 46 years. I have extensive experience in working with individuals, couples, and families. I work with clients who are at least 13 years of age. I believe I excel in assisting clients work through depression, anxiety, and /or life issues that impede an individual or a couple in maximizing their potential. Because I believe that children are often the victims of adversarial divorces, I am also a certified divorce and family mediator with the Court of Common Pleas. My focus in my mediation work is to help children of divorce.
I have been a practicing clinical social worker for over 46 years. I have extensive experience in working with individuals, couples, and families. I work with clients who are at least 13 years of age. I believe I excel in assisting clients work through depression, anxiety, and /or life issues that impede an individual or a couple in maximizing their potential. Because I believe that children are often the victims of adversarial divorces, I am also a certified divorce and family mediator with the Court of Common Pleas. My focus in my mediation work is to help children of divorce.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, confused? Find answers and support through a psychological evaluation. I am a dual-licensed clinical and school psychologist
with over 10 years of experience offering strength-based, data-driven diagnoses with affirming, actionable recommendations that bridge the gap between clinical understanding and everyday success.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, confused? Find answers and support through a psychological evaluation. I am a dual-licensed clinical and school psychologist
with over 10 years of experience offering strength-based, data-driven diagnoses with affirming, actionable recommendations that bridge the gap between clinical understanding and everyday success.
I work with teens, young adults, and adults, providing family support and collaborating with healthcare providers.
Today’s environment can create feelings of being overwhelmed by your emotions. Are you struggling with anxiety or depression, or caught in unhelpful patterns that feel impossible to break? Whether you’re navigating the challenges of an eating disorder, body image concerns, trauma, stress, or self-criticism, therapy can help. I provide an empathetic, supportive space where you can explore your emotions, develop coping strategies, and work toward lasting change. Therapy with me is not about simply managing symptoms, it is about helping you heal, build self-compassion, and create a life that feels more aligned with your values.
I work with teens, young adults, and adults, providing family support and collaborating with healthcare providers.
Today’s environment can create feelings of being overwhelmed by your emotions. Are you struggling with anxiety or depression, or caught in unhelpful patterns that feel impossible to break? Whether you’re navigating the challenges of an eating disorder, body image concerns, trauma, stress, or self-criticism, therapy can help. I provide an empathetic, supportive space where you can explore your emotions, develop coping strategies, and work toward lasting change. Therapy with me is not about simply managing symptoms, it is about helping you heal, build self-compassion, and create a life that feels more aligned with your values.
I work with adults and adolescents, and I take an eclectic and holistic approach to help with concerns that may include mental health, stress, trauma, grief, addiction, relationships, or adjusting to life changes.
I utilize interventions including mindfulness-based and compassion-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and EMDR to help people access their own ability to heal, grow, and progress through life’s challenging moments.
I work with adults and adolescents, and I take an eclectic and holistic approach to help with concerns that may include mental health, stress, trauma, grief, addiction, relationships, or adjusting to life changes.
I utilize interventions including mindfulness-based and compassion-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and EMDR to help people access their own ability to heal, grow, and progress through life’s challenging moments.
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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.