Teen Therapists in Portland, OR
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Joann Lundberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC , ATR-BC
Verified
Verified
Is your child experiencing behavioral problems that interfere with school, family, or friendships? Is your
teen
distant, defiant or have mood swings? While facing challenges in childhood is a normal part of growing up, sometimes kids need additional help learning the skills needed to navigate big feelings, worries, upsetting and confusing events and the stressors of modern life. I offer kids an opportunity to learn and practice new skills, a safe space to explore big feelings and can help them learn to communicate their thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a helpful way using creative, and fun approaches and evidence based practices

Granite Bridges
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Does your family fight frequently? Do you struggle to connect and end up isolating? Have you tried numerous parenting strategies with no luck? Do you have a difficult child? You’re not alone. Granite Bridges can work with you if your family: has done office-based family therapies and found the work to be too sporadic and superficial for lasting change, has difficulty communicating and connecting, fights frequently or isolates separately, is struggling with a manipulative
teen
, needs help with parenting, would like to do work outside with less distractions or who want to do more intense work quickly (NOT typical in-office therapy).

Dr. Justin Bush
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I work with youth to college-age clients (2 to 22 years old) & their parents. I specialize in parent and child- counseling,
adolescent
therapy, and parental counseling. My education, training, and therapeutic approach are informed by: integrative family systems-, cognitive-behavioral- (mindfulness-based and ACT & DBT informed), and positive psychology-based therapies. Kids, teens, and parents bring their knowledge and personal experience into the therapeutic work, which is welcomed and encouraged throughout care. As a team, we work together to improve mental health, livelihood, and well-being.
Waitlist for new clients

Emily L Trum
Art Therapist, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I love working with kids and teens. Whether its a play therapy session with a seven year old who is learning to build skills around emotional regulation or a
teenager
exploring their identity as an individual, it is wonderful. I also enjoy supporting kids and teens process life challenges that are impacting their quality of existence so that they can move through them and begin to heal. There is nothing like supporting an individual to see themselves through the light of their strengths and how they can take those strengths out into the world.

deep space
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
since group therapy out-performs individual therapy in research, i prioritize my schedule for
teen
therapy groups (some individual therapy on a case by case basis).
teens are the heart of my work at deep space. the
teen
experience can be overwhelming, confusing, and exciting all at the same time. both their internal and external climate is chock-full of newness, opportunities for growth, as well as potential pitfalls they can unintentionally fall into. they want guidance from a trusted adult outside of their circles who sees them accurately, speaks their language, and takes them on a journey of self-discovery to arm them for the real world. my rough-around-the-edges, direct approach seems to be well received by the teens i have/had the privilege of working with.
Not accepting new clients

Laurie Crandall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, NBCC
Verified
Verified
I offer professional therapy to support people and families in creating the change and movement they hope for in their lives. People often struggle with life challenges, relationships, unhelpful patterns of behavior, or feeling stuck and unable to make the changes that they want. I believe it is possible to move forward in a fulfilling and healthy way through support, empathy, exploration and collaborative challenge. I specialize in working with:
teenager
and parent relationships; couples challenges; trauma/stress reactivity; anxiety, attachment issues, depression and mood disorders; life transitions, personality difficulties, and lifestyle/health and wellness.

Caty Marshall
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSWA
Verified
Verified
Young adults face a huge number of challenges navigating today’s world, and a global pandemic has amplified an already difficult time, figuring out relationships, values, school and more. It can be difficult to watch your
teen
struggle and not know where to turn for support for yourself or them. I have over 10 years experience working with youth in schools. I can help your child explore what is going on for them, and find positive coping skills and practice perseverance to get through it.
Not accepting new clients

Randi Weber Thoma
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCMHC
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with the following issues: depression, anxiety, divorce/separation,self-esteem issues, relationship concerns, sexual/physical abuse, Stress Management, life transitions, grief and loss, work/career concerns, Post Traumatic Stress, school issues, ADHD, child/
adolescent
behavior issues, and parenting support.
I believe people have within themselves the ability to make positive changes in their lives. I provide a comfortable, supportive atmosphere and build a trusting relationship that allows people to explore personal struggles, honestly address issues, build a new sense of autonomy and encourages constructive life choices. The skills and knowledge learned in therapy empower my clients to manage stressful life events, improve their relationships, and foster self- esteem. Some of the treatment modalities may include cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, solution focused therapy, play therapy, narrative therapy, family-systems theory, psychosocial education, skills training, parent training and client-centered approaches.

Morgan Looney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
10/06/22 I have openings for Trans/GNC folx needing WPATH letters of support and a few spots for new reoccurring clients. I have an intern who has availability for sessions especially family & couples. Email is the best way to contact me. I keep a waitlist, reach out to be added. My practice focuses on supporting gender diverse,
teen
, & BIPOC communities.
Not accepting new clients

Sedona Karlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT, PMH-C
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am here to support you whether you are an adult beginning your own self-improvement journey, a
teenager
struggling with intense emotions and difficult life stressors, or a parent seeking support for your child coping with emotional and behavioral challenges.
We all need a little help now and then! Being a mother myself, I know you can never have enough support when entering into parenthood. I'll help you navigate these changes and feel empowered in making positive change in your life. I have a special interest in Perinatal Mental Health and utilized several modalities to navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. I am experienced and qualified in treating various mental health challenges with individuals of all ages. My work is rooted in attachment and strengths-based theories, but healing doesn't happen via theory, it lies in you. It's a privilege for me to guest star in your story!

Dan Rothenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
As a parent, it is difficult to see worry and self-doubt stand in the way of your
teenager
’s well-being and potential. You want your child to be happy and thrive, yet they appear anxious and unmotivated. You might lecture or give them advice, but that seems to create a larger wedge between you. Or even sets them off. You’re caught in a power struggle with the person you love the most. And all you want is to see them smile. I can help you.

Priscilla Klockner
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified
Verified
I use Play Therapy and Parent-Child interaction to assist children and families from birth through the
teen
who struggle with issues related to behavior problems, academic problems, autism and aspergers, developmental delays, and attachment.
Not accepting new clients

Nick DeMayo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
***Please contact me through the consultation form on my website. I provide individual therapy for
adolescent
boys ages 10-15 struggling with anxiety and depression. I offer a free 30 minute in-person consultation to assess your child's needs and to determine if we would be a good fit for counseling.

Bob Dobres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Because of my experience with a broad range of therapeutic approaches, including
adolescent
, adult, family and couples counseling, and brief and longer term therapy, I can provide expert care for the work you want to do.
Are you curious about how counseling can help you? I enjoy working with people who would like to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and of the relationships in their lives. We work collaboratively to identify your priorities and therapy goals -- and to explore internal conflicts that may be getting in your way. When you feel heard and understood, you can start to discover the many unrealized facets of yourself, learn self acceptance and find clarity and purpose. Together we find meaning and direction.

Don Becker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I provide a range of psychological services, including: individual,
adolescent
, and adult psychotherapy - family therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and substance abuse assessments and treatment.
No matter how difficult the problem you are facing, there is a solution." My therapeutic approach is designed to help you gain awareness and understanding into whatever is troubling you and to assist you in developing the practical skills to handle these issues more effectively. I believe that within our problems lie the keys to further growth and development when they are unfolded with awareness. Together, we will create a treatment plan that is tailored to meet your desired goals in therapy.

Jeffrey C. Peyton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CADC-II
Verified
Verified
My goal is to support you and your
teen
identify and minimize self-limiting patterns that no longer work, while accessing and encouraging innate strengths and resilience.
As an experienced
adolescent
therapist, I am passionate about helping teens and young adults figure out who they are, who they want to be, and the barriers keeping them from realizing these goals. I have assisted hundreds of adolescents through academic challenges, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, substance use, ADHD, traumatic experiences, social anxiety and divorce. We work together to develop healthy ways to manage our emotional life, identify strengths which can support self-confidence and motivation, and learn to trust we are worthy of the love and connection we want in our relationships.
Not accepting new clients

Kelli Crane
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHCA, LPC-A
Verified
Verified
Are you a woman or
teen
girl experiencing depression, anxiety, loss of purpose and meaning, or who has experienced trauma? Does shame haunt you? Do you need to heal past wounds? Would you love to gain self-compassion and experience hope again? If you feel like something is keeping you from moving forward, I’m the kind of therapist who can help you break free from those chains and build a life you love. I provide telehealth (online) therapy for women and
teen
girls across Oregon and Washington state.

Jessica Gotzler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
If you think I might be a good fit for you or your
teen
, feel free to reach out for a free consultation!.
I enjoy working with a wide range of people and specialize in treating teens and young adults. My specialty areas include mood instability, anxiety, depression, identity issues, difficulty launching into adulthood, and maladaptive coping mechanisms including self-harm and impulsive behaviors. I work well with people who are emotionally sensitive, may feel that they don’t belong, and are seeking more connection in their life. I strive to help people create a life that’s more enjoyable by learning to tolerate painful emotions and create more pleasant experiences.

Drew Caesar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Maybe your
teen
or partner is depressed? Stuck on Internet Porn? Maybe you have somehow been victimized? Feel anxious, or alone? Loss of loved ones? I offer a relationship based, non-judgmental approach informed by tested, evidence-based practices, including CBT and EMDR therapies - neither of which demand medication. EMDR directly targets traumatic or hurtful memories and helps put them "in the past." This has been shown to help with anxiety/fear, panic attacks, nightmares, self-esteem issues and various other symptoms associated with post traumatic stress. CBT further offers you the chance to not be overwhelmed by your experience.

Grace J Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
I focus on child &
adolescent
counseling to address a variety of life's issues, including but not limited to: trauma and stress, anxiety, depression, post-adoption and foster care challenges, LGBTQ+ including gender and sexual identity, racial identity, ADHD, academic issues, behavioral challenges and more!
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Teen 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.