Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Centerville, OH
Julie specializes in treating teens through adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and grief.
Julie’s work is grounded in evidence-based therapy while providing warmth and empathy. Julie’s integrated approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based work, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness practices aimed at helping her clients better understand their patterns of behavior, regulate their emotions, and create meaningful life change.
Julie specializes in treating teens through adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and grief.
Julie’s work is grounded in evidence-based therapy while providing warmth and empathy. Julie’s integrated approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based work, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness practices aimed at helping her clients better understand their patterns of behavior, regulate their emotions, and create meaningful life change.
I am strengths based in my approach. I believe that you have skills and talents that will allow you to reach your potential and thrive. I want to start where you are and help guide you to use those skills and add more to your toolbox. Your comfort in the therapeutic alliance we develop is very important to the work we do together, and I believe my compassionate, warm and open-minded approach will create a safe space for you to explore the challenges you are facing right now.
I am strengths based in my approach. I believe that you have skills and talents that will allow you to reach your potential and thrive. I want to start where you are and help guide you to use those skills and add more to your toolbox. Your comfort in the therapeutic alliance we develop is very important to the work we do together, and I believe my compassionate, warm and open-minded approach will create a safe space for you to explore the challenges you are facing right now.
I provide individual and couples counseling to preteens, teens and adults.
I am passionate about providing a supportive, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to hold space for clients so they can navigate life challenges. I incorporate mindfulness-based, holistic therapy and am passionate about functional, root-cause approaches.approaches. Some areas of interest include depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem issues, life purpose, and relationship and marital issues.I believe that therapy is an investment in oneself, and I love seeing clients thrive and grow as they process existing struggles, heal past wounds, learn new skills, and develop their already existing strengths.
I provide individual and couples counseling to preteens, teens and adults.
I am passionate about providing a supportive, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to hold space for clients so they can navigate life challenges. I incorporate mindfulness-based, holistic therapy and am passionate about functional, root-cause approaches.approaches. Some areas of interest include depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem issues, life purpose, and relationship and marital issues.I believe that therapy is an investment in oneself, and I love seeing clients thrive and grow as they process existing struggles, heal past wounds, learn new skills, and develop their already existing strengths.
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck under the weight of stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma—whether the pain is recent or something they’ve carried for years. Many are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel depleted, on edge, or emotionally disconnected. They’re ready for practical, evidence-informed tools to calm the nervous system, make sense of what happened, and shift patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we work toward lasting change: greater clarity, steadier confidence, and a more grounded, integrated way of living.
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck under the weight of stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma—whether the pain is recent or something they’ve carried for years. Many are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel depleted, on edge, or emotionally disconnected. They’re ready for practical, evidence-informed tools to calm the nervous system, make sense of what happened, and shift patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we work toward lasting change: greater clarity, steadier confidence, and a more grounded, integrated way of living.
She has previous experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families in wraparound and community mental health settings.
In her spare time, Michelle enjoys spending time with her family, finding new coffee shops and traveling.
She has previous experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families in wraparound and community mental health settings.
In her spare time, Michelle enjoys spending time with her family, finding new coffee shops and traveling.
Morgan has practiced in residential, outpatient, and school-based settings working with children, adolescents, and adults.
She currently provides individual counseling to children ages 12+ and adults with specialties including trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, and dissociative disorders.
Morgan has practiced in residential, outpatient, and school-based settings working with children, adolescents, and adults.
She currently provides individual counseling to children ages 12+ and adults with specialties including trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, and dissociative disorders.
My career has involved working in a variety of settings including residential for adolescence, community mental health and private practice.
I firmly believe that life presents us with opportunities to learn more about ourselves, even during some of our more difficult times. Each of us has the power within ourselves to make positive changes in our lives. I work hard in providing emotional support and tools to my clients to help them cope with whatever life presents to them."
My career has involved working in a variety of settings including residential for adolescence, community mental health and private practice.
I firmly believe that life presents us with opportunities to learn more about ourselves, even during some of our more difficult times. Each of us has the power within ourselves to make positive changes in our lives. I work hard in providing emotional support and tools to my clients to help them cope with whatever life presents to them."
Hello, my name is Dr. Stephen Fortson and I specialize in treating couples, families, and individuals with professional clinical counseling services. I have been a licensed clinical professional counselor for 29 years. I am also retired associate professor and chair of the Department of Human Services at Wright State University where I oversaw the counselor preparation program 20 years. If you are in need of personalized couples, family or individual counseling, please contact me. I am currently accepting new clients.
Hello, my name is Dr. Stephen Fortson and I specialize in treating couples, families, and individuals with professional clinical counseling services. I have been a licensed clinical professional counselor for 29 years. I am also retired associate professor and chair of the Department of Human Services at Wright State University where I oversaw the counselor preparation program 20 years. If you are in need of personalized couples, family or individual counseling, please contact me. I am currently accepting new clients.
It's rewarding to connect with couples, adolescents, and adults going through stage of life changes and or trauma.
Because of vast experience, I can utilize many resources and am able to work with many different kinds of people with varying needs: from those who have experienced trauma and need only a few sessions to work it through, to those who require long-term treatment for major personality changes. I help clients develop greater clarity about themselves,
It's rewarding to connect with couples, adolescents, and adults going through stage of life changes and or trauma.
Because of vast experience, I can utilize many resources and am able to work with many different kinds of people with varying needs: from those who have experienced trauma and need only a few sessions to work it through, to those who require long-term treatment for major personality changes. I help clients develop greater clarity about themselves,
You have taken a very positive step by deciding to seek therapy. If you are having difficulties that are becoming difficult to manage, I believe my approach to therapy can help you gain a sense of clarity, empowerment and hope. Through our therapeutic relationship, you can begin to feel understood which can ultimately lead to an increase in self-exploration and awareness. I have a great deal of experience helping individuals with relationship difficulties and adjustment issues associated with life transitions. I work primarily with adults with a wide range of mental health problems and life difficulties.
You have taken a very positive step by deciding to seek therapy. If you are having difficulties that are becoming difficult to manage, I believe my approach to therapy can help you gain a sense of clarity, empowerment and hope. Through our therapeutic relationship, you can begin to feel understood which can ultimately lead to an increase in self-exploration and awareness. I have a great deal of experience helping individuals with relationship difficulties and adjustment issues associated with life transitions. I work primarily with adults with a wide range of mental health problems and life difficulties.
Services are available to children, youth, adults, and families at the rate of $75 per 45-minute session and are payable via PayPal.
My areas of specialization include ADHD, anxiety, depression, family issues, life coaching, parenting issues, relationship issues, and school learning and behavior problems. Services are provided to children and seniors, with sensitivity to multicultural diversity and from a Christian/spiritual perspective, when appropriate and desired by clients.
Services are available to children, youth, adults, and families at the rate of $75 per 45-minute session and are payable via PayPal.
My areas of specialization include ADHD, anxiety, depression, family issues, life coaching, parenting issues, relationship issues, and school learning and behavior problems. Services are provided to children and seniors, with sensitivity to multicultural diversity and from a Christian/spiritual perspective, when appropriate and desired by clients.
I offer in person and telehealth appointments, I work with teens and adults.
I am a licensed Counselor Trainee as well as a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at Wright State University in my final semester of the program! I have experience in intensive case management, supporting individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, including psychotic disorders. I believe that every person has a meaningful story, and sometimes, we need help understanding the meaning. I utilize an integration of approaches (CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, SFBT, MI, etc) to curate a unique therapeutic experience to meet your individual needs to get you closer to living your best life.
I offer in person and telehealth appointments, I work with teens and adults.
I am a licensed Counselor Trainee as well as a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at Wright State University in my final semester of the program! I have experience in intensive case management, supporting individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, including psychotic disorders. I believe that every person has a meaningful story, and sometimes, we need help understanding the meaning. I utilize an integration of approaches (CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, SFBT, MI, etc) to curate a unique therapeutic experience to meet your individual needs to get you closer to living your best life.
Tyler specializes in working with clients experiencing symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Drawing on therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness, he empowers clients to challenge unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen coping strategies, and foster long-term well-being. He is particularly passionate about helping clients uncover what drives their behaviors and find realistic ways to create change that aligns with their goals and values.
Tyler specializes in working with clients experiencing symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Drawing on therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness, he empowers clients to challenge unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen coping strategies, and foster long-term well-being. He is particularly passionate about helping clients uncover what drives their behaviors and find realistic ways to create change that aligns with their goals and values.
Addressing your thoughts feelings, and behaviors can feel overwhelming. And the uncertainty of what to expect often keeps people from taking that first brave step. When you reach out, we'll begin with a thoughtful and collaborative assessment to help us understand what your facing. From there, we'll create a personalized plan to guide our work together, always at your pace and with your goals in mind.
Addressing your thoughts feelings, and behaviors can feel overwhelming. And the uncertainty of what to expect often keeps people from taking that first brave step. When you reach out, we'll begin with a thoughtful and collaborative assessment to help us understand what your facing. From there, we'll create a personalized plan to guide our work together, always at your pace and with your goals in mind.
With over 20 years successful experience in assisting clients in developing and building their long-term skills for coping and problem solving, I believe that my practice can help you find your way to the life goals you desire. My approach to counseling is interactive with my clients, based on the concept that understanding and coming to terms with one's emotions is essential to effective problem solving and personal growth. I strive to provide a comfortable, supportive and non-judgmental environment for clients to effectively deal with life's issues and enrich their lives.
With over 20 years successful experience in assisting clients in developing and building their long-term skills for coping and problem solving, I believe that my practice can help you find your way to the life goals you desire. My approach to counseling is interactive with my clients, based on the concept that understanding and coming to terms with one's emotions is essential to effective problem solving and personal growth. I strive to provide a comfortable, supportive and non-judgmental environment for clients to effectively deal with life's issues and enrich their lives.
She works extensively with children and adolescents who may be experiencing ADHD, behavioral challenges, or school avoidance, helping both young people and their families develop strategies that foster growth and resilience.
Starsha is especially passionate about supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, postpartum depression or anxiety, and couples working through relational challenges. She brings sensitivity and deep understanding to these areas, helping clients build stronger emotional foundations and reclaim a sense of balance and connection in their lives.
She works extensively with children and adolescents who may be experiencing ADHD, behavioral challenges, or school avoidance, helping both young people and their families develop strategies that foster growth and resilience.
Starsha is especially passionate about supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, postpartum depression or anxiety, and couples working through relational challenges. She brings sensitivity and deep understanding to these areas, helping clients build stronger emotional foundations and reclaim a sense of balance and connection in their lives.
Aimee McWilliams has been working with children, adolescents, and adults for over 10 years, providing outpatient therapy and psychological testing.
McWilliams serves as a Regional Clinical Director, providing clinical support, training, and guidance to therapists in over 15 national LifeStance Health outpatient offices.McWilliams serves as a Regional Clinical Director, providing clinical support, training, and guidance to therapists in over 15 national LifeStance Health outpatient offices.
Aimee McWilliams has been working with children, adolescents, and adults for over 10 years, providing outpatient therapy and psychological testing.
McWilliams serves as a Regional Clinical Director, providing clinical support, training, and guidance to therapists in over 15 national LifeStance Health outpatient offices.McWilliams serves as a Regional Clinical Director, providing clinical support, training, and guidance to therapists in over 15 national LifeStance Health outpatient offices.
He sees children, adolescents and adults in individual, family and group therapy sessions.
Joshua Minnich is a licensed professional clinical counselor with several years of clinical experience. He received his master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Studies from University of Dayton. He offers a patient-focused practice style that emphasizes the well-being and autonomy of those seeking treatment. His areas of specialty include adjustment disorder, anger management, couples/marital counseling, depression, family therapy, grief counseling, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relaxation techniques and stress management.
He sees children, adolescents and adults in individual, family and group therapy sessions.
Joshua Minnich is a licensed professional clinical counselor with several years of clinical experience. He received his master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Studies from University of Dayton. He offers a patient-focused practice style that emphasizes the well-being and autonomy of those seeking treatment. His areas of specialty include adjustment disorder, anger management, couples/marital counseling, depression, family therapy, grief counseling, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relaxation techniques and stress management.
I offer individual therapy sessions for pre- teens, adolescents and adults in-person and virtually.
Are you doing your best and still not thriving? Are you tired of repeating old patterns, struggling with boundaries, or feeling disconnected from yourself or your values? Are there issues you can no longer ignore? The good news is therapy can help. I provide a compassionate and mindful space where we can explore these patterns together, with curiosity rather than judgment. My goal is to help you deepen self-awareness, build self-compassion, and create a life that truly aligns with who you are. Whether we’re working on managing emotions, trauma processing, or quality of life concerns, I tailor therapy to your unique needs.
I offer individual therapy sessions for pre- teens, adolescents and adults in-person and virtually.
Are you doing your best and still not thriving? Are you tired of repeating old patterns, struggling with boundaries, or feeling disconnected from yourself or your values? Are there issues you can no longer ignore? The good news is therapy can help. I provide a compassionate and mindful space where we can explore these patterns together, with curiosity rather than judgment. My goal is to help you deepen self-awareness, build self-compassion, and create a life that truly aligns with who you are. Whether we’re working on managing emotions, trauma processing, or quality of life concerns, I tailor therapy to your unique needs.
Part of "being in the solution" when times are difficult is what you are doing right now: looking for answers and the support to find them. Everyone is challenged by life events. The path to self-awareness and personal growth is not an easy one. I accompany my clients as they discover their potential and deal with the barriers that prevent them from reaching it. My approach is holistic, meaning that I pay attention to all aspects of a person's experience including their physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual well being.
Part of "being in the solution" when times are difficult is what you are doing right now: looking for answers and the support to find them. Everyone is challenged by life events. The path to self-awareness and personal growth is not an easy one. I accompany my clients as they discover their potential and deal with the barriers that prevent them from reaching it. My approach is holistic, meaning that I pay attention to all aspects of a person's experience including their physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual well being.
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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.