Therapists for Teens in Centre County, PA
Melanie Veeder
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801
Whether you're a child, adolescent, or adult, my goal is to foster an environment where you can feel safe, supported, and empowered to embark on your journey of personal growth and healing.
Life has a way of throwing challenges at you when you least expect it. It can be hard to know how to understand and cope with those life challenges. But fear not, because you don’t have to face them alone.
Whether you're a child, adolescent, or adult, my goal is to foster an environment where you can feel safe, supported, and empowered to embark on your journey of personal growth and healing.
Life has a way of throwing challenges at you when you least expect it. It can be hard to know how to understand and cope with those life challenges. But fear not, because you don’t have to face them alone.
Mara Holsinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16803
I believe you are not defined by your past. You are defined by how you rise after falling. The bravest thing you can do is begin to understand your own story. As a licensed Social Worker, I specialize in Adolescent and adult trauma and offer a holistic therapeutic approach to help you unlock your full potential and elevate your quality of life. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to develop personal insights and skills to better navigate the challenges in your life.
I believe you are not defined by your past. You are defined by how you rise after falling. The bravest thing you can do is begin to understand your own story. As a licensed Social Worker, I specialize in Adolescent and adult trauma and offer a holistic therapeutic approach to help you unlock your full potential and elevate your quality of life. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to develop personal insights and skills to better navigate the challenges in your life.
Rebecca Kelly Friedenberg
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801 (Online Only)
Your mental health matters, and I am here to help you or your teen foster self-awareness, self-compassion, and confidence. We are living in an especially stressful time, and we all need some extra support. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, so I utilize an empathetic, person-centered approach. Together, we will develop goals and a treatment plan to help you become the best version of yourself. I will be transitioning to Telehealth after May 2024.
Your mental health matters, and I am here to help you or your teen foster self-awareness, self-compassion, and confidence. We are living in an especially stressful time, and we all need some extra support. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, so I utilize an empathetic, person-centered approach. Together, we will develop goals and a treatment plan to help you become the best version of yourself. I will be transitioning to Telehealth after May 2024.
Pat Piper
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
Waitlist for new clients
For more than 25 years I have helped children, adolescents, college students, adults, seniors, couples and families deal with the difficulties in their lives. Whether you are the parent of a child with school or behavior problems, a couple needing relationship counseling, a child, adolescent, or adult with depression and/or anxiety, a college student dealing with the challenges of being on your own, or a family trying to cope with the stresses of divorce, I am here to work actively with you to make the changes necessary to improve your life.
For more than 25 years I have helped children, adolescents, college students, adults, seniors, couples and families deal with the difficulties in their lives. Whether you are the parent of a child with school or behavior problems, a couple needing relationship counseling, a child, adolescent, or adult with depression and/or anxiety, a college student dealing with the challenges of being on your own, or a family trying to cope with the stresses of divorce, I am here to work actively with you to make the changes necessary to improve your life.
Kristen Ashton
Pre-Licensed Professional, NCC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801 (Online Only)
Immediate openings available! Everyone could benefit from counseling at some point in their life - there is immense strength in reaching out for help. Counseling offers the opportunity to find healing in areas of pain in your life, as well as, dedicated time set apart to grow into a better version of yourself. As we work together, I will prompt you to reflect on your values and core beliefs and explore how you can live them out in a more fulfilling way. Our treatment plan will then be uniquely created to meet your needs and align with your values.
Immediate openings available! Everyone could benefit from counseling at some point in their life - there is immense strength in reaching out for help. Counseling offers the opportunity to find healing in areas of pain in your life, as well as, dedicated time set apart to grow into a better version of yourself. As we work together, I will prompt you to reflect on your values and core beliefs and explore how you can live them out in a more fulfilling way. Our treatment plan will then be uniquely created to meet your needs and align with your values.
Andrew Gerald Mckinnon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pennsylvania Fur, PA 16865 (Online Only)
I offer individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. Many of my clients present with anxiety, depression, and problems in relationships. I often use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a starting point with these issues. However, such problems may be symptomatic of deeper concerns such as trauma or an absence of meaning in one's life. In these cases, I may use ACT coupled with Ecotherapy or Three Stage Trauma Therapy. I feel that my effectiveness in helping clients derives from life experience, strong client advocacy, and a focus on the context in which clients' problems are found.
I offer individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. Many of my clients present with anxiety, depression, and problems in relationships. I often use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a starting point with these issues. However, such problems may be symptomatic of deeper concerns such as trauma or an absence of meaning in one's life. In these cases, I may use ACT coupled with Ecotherapy or Three Stage Trauma Therapy. I feel that my effectiveness in helping clients derives from life experience, strong client advocacy, and a focus on the context in which clients' problems are found.
Shephard Associates LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Boalsburg, PA 16827 (Online Only)
I have been passionate about teaching, coaching, and helping individuals reach their goals for my entire life. I spent much of my professional career as a gymnastics coach. Since retiring from coaching in 2010, I went on to become a Licensed Professional Counselor and have worked with people dealing with a variety of issues including trauma, child sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, eating disorders, anger management, and more. I am trained in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Bowen Family Systems therapy. I want to help you reach your best self and live your best life.
I have been passionate about teaching, coaching, and helping individuals reach their goals for my entire life. I spent much of my professional career as a gymnastics coach. Since retiring from coaching in 2010, I went on to become a Licensed Professional Counselor and have worked with people dealing with a variety of issues including trauma, child sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, eating disorders, anger management, and more. I am trained in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Bowen Family Systems therapy. I want to help you reach your best self and live your best life.
A Journey To You LLC Professional Counseling Svcs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
Do you want to simply "survive" in life, or do you want to "thrive" in life? Unfortunately many of us are simply surviving. My name is Bethanne Fetzer. With over two decades in the field of human services I, along with my dedicated staff have created a space coupled with highly effective treatment approaches to help you to live again! We offer services to those who need to heal from: depression, anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, sex and gender issues, trauma, abuse, and grief and loss. When we rid our lives of these "toxins", we make room to begin a life journey that we never thought was possible!
Do you want to simply "survive" in life, or do you want to "thrive" in life? Unfortunately many of us are simply surviving. My name is Bethanne Fetzer. With over two decades in the field of human services I, along with my dedicated staff have created a space coupled with highly effective treatment approaches to help you to live again! We offer services to those who need to heal from: depression, anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, sex and gender issues, trauma, abuse, and grief and loss. When we rid our lives of these "toxins", we make room to begin a life journey that we never thought was possible!
Purposeful U Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
We have experience working with a variety of mental health needs such as Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Crisis Management, ADHD, Grief, and Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating,
We have experience working with a variety of mental health needs such as Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Crisis Management, ADHD, Grief, and Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating,
Kim Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801 (Online Only)
You feel stuck and unsure of yourself. You are a self-described perfectionist and have difficulty saying no. Often, you find yourself repeating the same self-destructive patterns but feel powerless to stop. You want to make changes but don't know where to start. If this sounds like you then I am here to help. You've tried self help books, confiding in your friends or seeking support through others with similar challenges but still, nothing changes. With my skills and expertise I can help guide you towards the best version of yourself.
You feel stuck and unsure of yourself. You are a self-described perfectionist and have difficulty saying no. Often, you find yourself repeating the same self-destructive patterns but feel powerless to stop. You want to make changes but don't know where to start. If this sounds like you then I am here to help. You've tried self help books, confiding in your friends or seeking support through others with similar challenges but still, nothing changes. With my skills and expertise I can help guide you towards the best version of yourself.
Kristie Day
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
Hi, I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I am offering in-person sessions as well as telehealth! While I treat a wide range of concerns, I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma. Any event or ongoing situation that causes extreme distress, fear, helplessness, shame, or guilt may be considered trauma. I offer a client-centered approach as although many individuals share similar symptoms or experiences I believe therapy should be individualized. Anxious about starting therapy or if I would be a good fit for you? I offer free 15 minute video consultations for anyone interested. Best form of contact is through email.
Hi, I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I am offering in-person sessions as well as telehealth! While I treat a wide range of concerns, I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma. Any event or ongoing situation that causes extreme distress, fear, helplessness, shame, or guilt may be considered trauma. I offer a client-centered approach as although many individuals share similar symptoms or experiences I believe therapy should be individualized. Anxious about starting therapy or if I would be a good fit for you? I offer free 15 minute video consultations for anyone interested. Best form of contact is through email.
15 Second Videos
Shephard Associates LLC
Pathways to Inner Peace
Joshua A Kirby
Katelynn Bender-Hubbard
Kelsey Williams
Sage Stevens
Tena Thomas
Natalie McCormick
Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Rosa Ellenberger
Tiffany Song
Kiersten E. Carper
Abbie Quinby
Deja Wofford
Vanessa Pappal
Phil Wieszczyk
Abby Foster
Aiesha Lee
Brian Shrawder
Vithusha Selvavelautham Specializing In Children Of Immigrants
Amber Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bellefonte, PA 16823
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked & trained in the mental health field for more than 10 years. During the course of my career, I have had the privilege of working with clients who were diverse in the areas of age, gender, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, ability status, socioeconomic status, & spiritual/religious affiliation. I have worked in various settings & in different roles such as an Outpatient Therapist, a Mental Health Professional in a Partial Hospitalization Program, a Sexual Assault Counselor in a Domestic Violence Shelter & an Assistant Director of Clinical Services in a psychiatric hospital.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked & trained in the mental health field for more than 10 years. During the course of my career, I have had the privilege of working with clients who were diverse in the areas of age, gender, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, ability status, socioeconomic status, & spiritual/religious affiliation. I have worked in various settings & in different roles such as an Outpatient Therapist, a Mental Health Professional in a Partial Hospitalization Program, a Sexual Assault Counselor in a Domestic Violence Shelter & an Assistant Director of Clinical Services in a psychiatric hospital.
Kathy L Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Philipsburg, PA 16866
I want to help people struggling to get through a time in their life that requires the ability to process the highs and lows appropriately.
I want to help people struggling to get through a time in their life that requires the ability to process the highs and lows appropriately.
Victoria Crain
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
I am a caring, compassionate, and active psychotherapist who is committed to helping others find their path and purpose in life, reduce problematic symptoms, and fulfill their needs and visions. I endeavor to work toward the rapid resolution of relationship, emotional, and work problems, in order to help my clients achieve more satisfying and meaningful lives.
I am a caring, compassionate, and active psychotherapist who is committed to helping others find their path and purpose in life, reduce problematic symptoms, and fulfill their needs and visions. I endeavor to work toward the rapid resolution of relationship, emotional, and work problems, in order to help my clients achieve more satisfying and meaningful lives.
Pathways to Inner Peace
MS
Verified Verified
Bellefonte, PA 16823
Adriene holds intuitively-guided psychotherapy, psycho-spiritual counseling, &/or energy healing sessions to help individuals heal from traumas, remove blockages, & gain an understanding of life events to help clients turn difficult situations into valuable lessons and gifts. With each session as individual as the person, she navigates clients through a unique process to help them transform subconscious forces of personality, old negative patterns, and challenging emotional states. Sessions cultivate mindfulness, foster personal resilience, & build faith in life, all for lasting change.
Adriene holds intuitively-guided psychotherapy, psycho-spiritual counseling, &/or energy healing sessions to help individuals heal from traumas, remove blockages, & gain an understanding of life events to help clients turn difficult situations into valuable lessons and gifts. With each session as individual as the person, she navigates clients through a unique process to help them transform subconscious forces of personality, old negative patterns, and challenging emotional states. Sessions cultivate mindfulness, foster personal resilience, & build faith in life, all for lasting change.
Brain Advances LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCN, QEEG-DL, MEd
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
With over thirty years of experience in working with a broad range of mental health issues, Rhonda Mateer Ross is a skilled provider of psychotherapy and neurofeedback. Infra Slow Fluctuation Neurofeedback (Google Mark Smith) is especially powerful with autism, bowel issues, migraines, Raynauld's Syndrome, anxiety, sleep disturbances and mood disorders. She is also certified in the Polyvagal Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) which is especially helpful with autism, trauma and anxiety.
With over thirty years of experience in working with a broad range of mental health issues, Rhonda Mateer Ross is a skilled provider of psychotherapy and neurofeedback. Infra Slow Fluctuation Neurofeedback (Google Mark Smith) is especially powerful with autism, bowel issues, migraines, Raynauld's Syndrome, anxiety, sleep disturbances and mood disorders. She is also certified in the Polyvagal Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) which is especially helpful with autism, trauma and anxiety.
Amanda Adkinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
Everyone is on a journey, but not every journey is the same. My approach to therapy begins with meeting you where you are at in your journey and allowing you to create a space to share your story, supporting you as you address mental health issues you feel are creating challenges in your day-to-day life and creating the changes you desire. Together we can address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, major life transitions, and more so you can begin to thrive in your journey through life.
Everyone is on a journey, but not every journey is the same. My approach to therapy begins with meeting you where you are at in your journey and allowing you to create a space to share your story, supporting you as you address mental health issues you feel are creating challenges in your day-to-day life and creating the changes you desire. Together we can address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, major life transitions, and more so you can begin to thrive in your journey through life.
Being Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
For some of us, our ability to maintain a loving, empowered relationship with ourselves can be more challenging due to circumstance, our mental health (or lack thereof), and events that may have happened to us. Perhaps this shows up as struggling to show up for ourselves in ways we do for others. For many, when we feel like our potential is different than our reality, we may turn against ourselves.
For some of us, our ability to maintain a loving, empowered relationship with ourselves can be more challenging due to circumstance, our mental health (or lack thereof), and events that may have happened to us. Perhaps this shows up as struggling to show up for ourselves in ways we do for others. For many, when we feel like our potential is different than our reality, we may turn against ourselves.
Jenna Mueller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Bellefonte, PA 16823
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and struggling to manage the day-to-day stressors? Are you feeling upset or overwhelmed regarding the state of change currently surrounding us? Do you feel like the day-to-day stressors are overtaking your ability to cope and utilize effective coping strategies? Are you interested in wanting to learn more about yourself, your talents, meeting your own goals and dreams and getting out of the feelings of being stuck?
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and struggling to manage the day-to-day stressors? Are you feeling upset or overwhelmed regarding the state of change currently surrounding us? Do you feel like the day-to-day stressors are overtaking your ability to cope and utilize effective coping strategies? Are you interested in wanting to learn more about yourself, your talents, meeting your own goals and dreams and getting out of the feelings of being stuck?
Dr. Baron Rogers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801 (Online Only)
Healing, personal growth and ultimately flourishing, takes effort. We may find ourselves fighting against not only the outside world but sometimes ourselves. And if you are reading this far, then I want you to celebrate…here and now. Offer yourself gratitude. While we may aspire for worldly success in our relationships, work, or daily routines, attempting to do so without knowing ourselves deeply, healing personal and generational wounds, and feeling empowered, we fall short. That's why with clients of varying, intersecting identities and unique concerns, I prioritize personal/systemic insight, authenticity, and acceptance.
Healing, personal growth and ultimately flourishing, takes effort. We may find ourselves fighting against not only the outside world but sometimes ourselves. And if you are reading this far, then I want you to celebrate…here and now. Offer yourself gratitude. While we may aspire for worldly success in our relationships, work, or daily routines, attempting to do so without knowing ourselves deeply, healing personal and generational wounds, and feeling empowered, we fall short. That's why with clients of varying, intersecting identities and unique concerns, I prioritize personal/systemic insight, authenticity, and acceptance.
See more therapy options for Centre County
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.