Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in North Huntingdon, PA
I enjoy working with clients who want to explore patterns in their lives, reflect on past experiences, and navigate relationship dynamics to better understand themselves. We look closely at recurring patterns around struggles and explore the changes they hope to make. Together, we identify practical steps to cultivate self-compassion, deepen self-awareness, and strengthen relationships. We also explore values and beliefs, build resilience, and discover what helps clients live authentic, balanced, and meaningful lives aligned with what matters most, guided by their strengths and hopes for the future.
I enjoy working with clients who want to explore patterns in their lives, reflect on past experiences, and navigate relationship dynamics to better understand themselves. We look closely at recurring patterns around struggles and explore the changes they hope to make. Together, we identify practical steps to cultivate self-compassion, deepen self-awareness, and strengthen relationships. We also explore values and beliefs, build resilience, and discover what helps clients live authentic, balanced, and meaningful lives aligned with what matters most, guided by their strengths and hopes for the future.
As a counselor I have 20+ years of experience working with adults and children. I treat my clients in a compassionate and professional manner and my approach is usually eclectic as I choose them according to the needs of my client. Techniques used by me are CBT, REBT, ACT, Motivational, Gestalt approach, meditation, relaxation and guided imagery. My expertise is in mood disorders such as depression, bipolar disorders, and on anxiety disorders such as OCD, panic disorder, and phobias. Anger management in relationships and marriage and relationship therapy are also my interest areas as well as resolution of trauma issues, whether acute or chronic. I have and continue to treat dually diagnosed substance abuse clients.
As a counselor I have 20+ years of experience working with adults and children. I treat my clients in a compassionate and professional manner and my approach is usually eclectic as I choose them according to the needs of my client. Techniques used by me are CBT, REBT, ACT, Motivational, Gestalt approach, meditation, relaxation and guided imagery. My expertise is in mood disorders such as depression, bipolar disorders, and on anxiety disorders such as OCD, panic disorder, and phobias. Anger management in relationships and marriage and relationship therapy are also my interest areas as well as resolution of trauma issues, whether acute or chronic. I have and continue to treat dually diagnosed substance abuse clients.
Children/ adolescents, identified as having problematic social behavior, are empowered to be respectfully assertive & encouraged to OWN the SOLUTIONS to the problems they present.
Because I believe initiating therapy is a courageous and admirable movement toward improving a person's life and relationships, I strive to provide an atmosphere of respect, security, acceptance-- and above all... hope! I am committed to creating an experience in which clients feel empowered through coaching, modeling, and multi-media education that makes learning new concepts understandable and easily incorporated into everyday life. (Please scroll down to view accepted insurance plans.)
Children/ adolescents, identified as having problematic social behavior, are empowered to be respectfully assertive & encouraged to OWN the SOLUTIONS to the problems they present.
Because I believe initiating therapy is a courageous and admirable movement toward improving a person's life and relationships, I strive to provide an atmosphere of respect, security, acceptance-- and above all... hope! I am committed to creating an experience in which clients feel empowered through coaching, modeling, and multi-media education that makes learning new concepts understandable and easily incorporated into everyday life. (Please scroll down to view accepted insurance plans.)
Are you feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety or intrusive thoughts that won’t let up? Maybe you’re navigating a major life transition — a new career, relationship changes, or questioning your next chapter — and everything feels uncertain or overwhelming. If so, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with OCD, anxiety, and life transitions. OCD and anxiety can be exhausting — the constant doubt, mental rituals, avoidance, or need for reassurance can take over your day and leave you feeling frustrated or ashamed.
Are you feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety or intrusive thoughts that won’t let up? Maybe you’re navigating a major life transition — a new career, relationship changes, or questioning your next chapter — and everything feels uncertain or overwhelming. If so, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with OCD, anxiety, and life transitions. OCD and anxiety can be exhausting — the constant doubt, mental rituals, avoidance, or need for reassurance can take over your day and leave you feeling frustrated or ashamed.
Above all, people need to know that you care, and that you know how to help them. I provide both of these, by building solid rapport with my clients, to show them what is perhaps the most important aspect of counseling- that they have a therapist who is someone who wilI truly listen to them, show them empathy, and be a sincere partner in helping them reach their counseling goals. My motto is "Anyone can be helped, after they realize that you truly care, and that they can trust in you." I provide treatment for a wide variety of mental health problems, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
Above all, people need to know that you care, and that you know how to help them. I provide both of these, by building solid rapport with my clients, to show them what is perhaps the most important aspect of counseling- that they have a therapist who is someone who wilI truly listen to them, show them empathy, and be a sincere partner in helping them reach their counseling goals. My motto is "Anyone can be helped, after they realize that you truly care, and that they can trust in you." I provide treatment for a wide variety of mental health problems, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
I offer a judgement free ear for listening to all of life's hardships. I promote responsibility taking and accountability, while encouraging self-development and expression. I work to connect with individuals and create an open forum to explore topics and situations that may have long been misinterpreted as shameful or embarrassing.
I offer a judgement free ear for listening to all of life's hardships. I promote responsibility taking and accountability, while encouraging self-development and expression. I work to connect with individuals and create an open forum to explore topics and situations that may have long been misinterpreted as shameful or embarrassing.
Karen L Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, LLC
3 Endorsed
North Huntingdon, PA 15642
I believe caring, encouragement, and humor need to be combined with knowledge and skills. I want to make you feel confident that all will be well. You may need someone to listen or you may need a counselor trained in diagnosing and treating mental health concerns. I try to provide others with what I would want from a counselor. I will give you honesty and commitment to help you be happier in your daily life. We will work together in a non judgmental environment. Caring and support are balanced with a goal oriented style to help you meet your goals.
I believe caring, encouragement, and humor need to be combined with knowledge and skills. I want to make you feel confident that all will be well. You may need someone to listen or you may need a counselor trained in diagnosing and treating mental health concerns. I try to provide others with what I would want from a counselor. I will give you honesty and commitment to help you be happier in your daily life. We will work together in a non judgmental environment. Caring and support are balanced with a goal oriented style to help you meet your goals.
I have worked in a variety of mental health settings throughout my career and I have extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults with a wide range of mental health disorders.
I use a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), as well as, other modalities to meet the needs of my clients. I use a variety interventions and techniques to meet the individual needs of my client. I am also able to provide faith-based counseling if requested.
I have worked in a variety of mental health settings throughout my career and I have extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults with a wide range of mental health disorders.
I use a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), as well as, other modalities to meet the needs of my clients. I use a variety interventions and techniques to meet the individual needs of my client. I am also able to provide faith-based counseling if requested.
Dragonfly Counseling Services - Hope Peters, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Serves Area
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and couples.
I’ve completed Level 1 training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and often integrate CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and skills training into therapy, depending on your unique needs and goals.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and couples.
I’ve completed Level 1 training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and often integrate CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and skills training into therapy, depending on your unique needs and goals.
I have been providing treatment to children, adolescents and adults for over 20 years.
My specialty lies in the treatment of children and adolescents. I have experience in a variety of therapeutic settings which include outpatient, schools, homes and alternative placements. Some of the areas of treatment include depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, trauma, loss and grief, coping skills,self esteem, and anger control issues.
I have been providing treatment to children, adolescents and adults for over 20 years.
My specialty lies in the treatment of children and adolescents. I have experience in a variety of therapeutic settings which include outpatient, schools, homes and alternative placements. Some of the areas of treatment include depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, trauma, loss and grief, coping skills,self esteem, and anger control issues.
Hello! Welcome to "Stough Counseling Services!" My name is Christopher Stough, LCSW. Are you looking for a therapist for your child, family, or individually as an adult, who has a lot of energy and a desire to help all people in reaching their fullest potential? If so, I am the child/family/individual therapist for you! Currently, I have worked as a social worker/mental health therapist specializing in child and family therapy for 22 years. I am looking forward to being of service for anyone seeking support, guidance, and a desire for reaching contentment in their lives.
Hello! Welcome to "Stough Counseling Services!" My name is Christopher Stough, LCSW. Are you looking for a therapist for your child, family, or individually as an adult, who has a lot of energy and a desire to help all people in reaching their fullest potential? If so, I am the child/family/individual therapist for you! Currently, I have worked as a social worker/mental health therapist specializing in child and family therapy for 22 years. I am looking forward to being of service for anyone seeking support, guidance, and a desire for reaching contentment in their lives.
Carissa Atkinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical experience began in general private practice, and I later moved on to develop a more specialized treatment approach through an internship with The Center for OCD and Anxiety in August 2020. From there, I transitioned into my roles as Associate Therapist, Intake Manager, and Caregiver Support Group Leader until February 2024. As I believe that effective therapy includes an appropriate balance of empathy, humor, active listening, and proper guidance rooted in evidence-based practices, I utilize an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities (listed below) to tailor treatment according to the specific needs of each individual.
My clinical experience began in general private practice, and I later moved on to develop a more specialized treatment approach through an internship with The Center for OCD and Anxiety in August 2020. From there, I transitioned into my roles as Associate Therapist, Intake Manager, and Caregiver Support Group Leader until February 2024. As I believe that effective therapy includes an appropriate balance of empathy, humor, active listening, and proper guidance rooted in evidence-based practices, I utilize an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities (listed below) to tailor treatment according to the specific needs of each individual.
We all have times when we feel like we’re on repeat, stuck, overwhelmed or stressed. I offer a safe and supportive environment to help you make positive changes in your life. While we work together, we’ll explore your goals and tailor therapy to your needs while focusing on your strengths as a basis for change. During my 25 years working with clients, I have worked in traditional outpatient settings and non-traditional settings such as PCP offices and schools.
We all have times when we feel like we’re on repeat, stuck, overwhelmed or stressed. I offer a safe and supportive environment to help you make positive changes in your life. While we work together, we’ll explore your goals and tailor therapy to your needs while focusing on your strengths as a basis for change. During my 25 years working with clients, I have worked in traditional outpatient settings and non-traditional settings such as PCP offices and schools.
We all struggle in the relationships that are important to us and need help some of the time to develop skills to strengthen these relationships. We lose connection and have difficulty communicating with our partners or spouses; we get stuck in conflict with our children; we lose track of who we are; we dread going to work because it feels hostile or unsafe; we question our faith; we have trouble expressing needs at school; and we neglect our bodies and our health. The relationships we have with ourselves and others are always evolving and we need to change with them.
We all struggle in the relationships that are important to us and need help some of the time to develop skills to strengthen these relationships. We lose connection and have difficulty communicating with our partners or spouses; we get stuck in conflict with our children; we lose track of who we are; we dread going to work because it feels hostile or unsafe; we question our faith; we have trouble expressing needs at school; and we neglect our bodies and our health. The relationships we have with ourselves and others are always evolving and we need to change with them.
Adults and adolescents I work with often want relief from emotional distress, stronger coping skills, and a greater sense of confidence and control over their thoughts and behaviors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). I provide evidence-based, collaborative therapy focused on empowerment, emotional regulation, and practical tools to support healing and growth.
Adults and adolescents I work with often want relief from emotional distress, stronger coping skills, and a greater sense of confidence and control over their thoughts and behaviors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). I provide evidence-based, collaborative therapy focused on empowerment, emotional regulation, and practical tools to support healing and growth.
You love your baby but you don't feel like yourself anymore. You might feel overwhelmed, anxious or like you're overthinking everything. Many of the women I work with are navigating pregnancy, postpartum or early motherhood and feel like they've lost a sense of who they are. These seasons can be emotionally heavy and isolating, even when they are also meaningful.
You love your baby but you don't feel like yourself anymore. You might feel overwhelmed, anxious or like you're overthinking everything. Many of the women I work with are navigating pregnancy, postpartum or early motherhood and feel like they've lost a sense of who they are. These seasons can be emotionally heavy and isolating, even when they are also meaningful.
Worried? Anxious? Depressed? Relationship issues and parenting concerns making you bonkers? I can help! Lisa Pope is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience providing effective, quality counseling services for individuals, couples and families. Using a CBT/DBT skills based approach to treatment, Lisa TEACHES clients how to decrease their symptoms, restore balance and improve the overall quality of life! "My vision as a counselor is to teach clients the coping skills they need in order to be more effective in their day to day lives."
Worried? Anxious? Depressed? Relationship issues and parenting concerns making you bonkers? I can help! Lisa Pope is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience providing effective, quality counseling services for individuals, couples and families. Using a CBT/DBT skills based approach to treatment, Lisa TEACHES clients how to decrease their symptoms, restore balance and improve the overall quality of life! "My vision as a counselor is to teach clients the coping skills they need in order to be more effective in their day to day lives."
Nicole M. Niggel-Restorative Balance Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I provide warm, evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults; in person on Route 30 and via secure telehealth across Pennsylvania.
I commonly support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, grief and loss, stress, and life transitions. Sessions are collaborative and paced to your comfort so you leave each visit with something usable right away.
I provide warm, evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults; in person on Route 30 and via secure telehealth across Pennsylvania.
I commonly support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, grief and loss, stress, and life transitions. Sessions are collaborative and paced to your comfort so you leave each visit with something usable right away.
My ideal client is someone going through a transition of life. These can include career changes, relationship shifts, unexpected losses, college students, childbirth/parenting stages, spiritual exploration...etc. These major life changes, whether planned or unplanned, can cause a feeling of uncertainty and bring up existential questions of life. Feeling lost, depressed, anxious, feelings of what to do next and you just don't want to feel this way anymore!
My ideal client is someone going through a transition of life. These can include career changes, relationship shifts, unexpected losses, college students, childbirth/parenting stages, spiritual exploration...etc. These major life changes, whether planned or unplanned, can cause a feeling of uncertainty and bring up existential questions of life. Feeling lost, depressed, anxious, feelings of what to do next and you just don't want to feel this way anymore!
I am a licensed professional mental health counselor certified by the National Board of Certified Counselors. I work side-by-side with my clients to identify realistic and attainable personal goals to produce self-awareness and positive change. I provide a safe and relaxed environment to process life’s complications such as sport performance difficulties, relationship issues, phase of life struggles, anxiety and depression, substance abuse, and more.
I am a licensed professional mental health counselor certified by the National Board of Certified Counselors. I work side-by-side with my clients to identify realistic and attainable personal goals to produce self-awareness and positive change. I provide a safe and relaxed environment to process life’s complications such as sport performance difficulties, relationship issues, phase of life struggles, anxiety and depression, substance abuse, and more.
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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.