Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Trafford, PA
I specialize in working with clients who have experienced pet loss/grief, substance abuse disorders, forensic populations, anxiety spectrum disorders such as agoraphobia and panic disorder, OCD, personality disorders, and trauma. I provide an environment that is collaborative, safe, and affirming that can help you to build trust while we work together to understand what you need and want from therapy. I enjoy helping clients work towards being the best version of themselves, whether that is by achieving their goals or simply working through the difficult aspects of life.
I specialize in working with clients who have experienced pet loss/grief, substance abuse disorders, forensic populations, anxiety spectrum disorders such as agoraphobia and panic disorder, OCD, personality disorders, and trauma. I provide an environment that is collaborative, safe, and affirming that can help you to build trust while we work together to understand what you need and want from therapy. I enjoy helping clients work towards being the best version of themselves, whether that is by achieving their goals or simply working through the difficult aspects of life.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Hello! I work with ages 5 and up in our Irwin, PA office. I also have weekend hours. I have a background in working with complex psychiatric conditions, OCD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, body image concerns, trauma, self worth, distorted relationships with food identity, along with school based social work experience. This has only deepened my commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care. You deserve support that sees you as a whole person—not just a diagnosis. Together, we’ll explore patterns with gentleness and honesty, reconnect to your strengths, and move toward meaningful change.
Hello! I work with ages 5 and up in our Irwin, PA office. I also have weekend hours. I have a background in working with complex psychiatric conditions, OCD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, body image concerns, trauma, self worth, distorted relationships with food identity, along with school based social work experience. This has only deepened my commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care. You deserve support that sees you as a whole person—not just a diagnosis. Together, we’ll explore patterns with gentleness and honesty, reconnect to your strengths, and move toward meaningful change.
Living with emotional pain and stress can disrupt your relationships with others, interfere with productivity, and worsen your overall health. Through therapy, you can achieve insight into your problems, reach your goals, and obtain greater life satisfaction. We are especially interested in helping others navigate relational difficulties, life transitions, depression, anxiety, sexuality, and concerns with work or college. Our approach incorporates building positive coping strategies, strengthening relationships, increasing support, and providing accountability. We will encourage you to be an active participant in your treatment.
Living with emotional pain and stress can disrupt your relationships with others, interfere with productivity, and worsen your overall health. Through therapy, you can achieve insight into your problems, reach your goals, and obtain greater life satisfaction. We are especially interested in helping others navigate relational difficulties, life transitions, depression, anxiety, sexuality, and concerns with work or college. Our approach incorporates building positive coping strategies, strengthening relationships, increasing support, and providing accountability. We will encourage you to be an active participant in your treatment.
Everyone is on a journey, and your mental health is an integral part of your unique story! I am a caring therapist with a creative flair. I incorporate games, art, music, and other therapeutic aids in my work with clients. I utilize an eclectic approach customized for each of my clients, which includes drawing from various modalities dependent on the clients needs. I treat clients age 5 and over, and specialize in treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, couples counseling, and custody concerns. I enjoy integrating creative modalities in my work with clients, like art, music, and games.
Everyone is on a journey, and your mental health is an integral part of your unique story! I am a caring therapist with a creative flair. I incorporate games, art, music, and other therapeutic aids in my work with clients. I utilize an eclectic approach customized for each of my clients, which includes drawing from various modalities dependent on the clients needs. I treat clients age 5 and over, and specialize in treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, couples counseling, and custody concerns. I enjoy integrating creative modalities in my work with clients, like art, music, and games.
We work with many mental health issues, including but not limited to: Depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, abuse, teen and adolescent issues, peer concerns, OCD, and family issues.
Now accepting new clients with most major insurance plans. We have daytime available at our office as well as openings with our school based programs with Norwin & Greensburg Salem. We do have a waitlist for evening clients as well as medicaid insurance clients. We treat a number of mental health concerns, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. We will create a tailored treatment plan to best meet your needs and goals. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
We work with many mental health issues, including but not limited to: Depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, abuse, teen and adolescent issues, peer concerns, OCD, and family issues.
Now accepting new clients with most major insurance plans. We have daytime available at our office as well as openings with our school based programs with Norwin & Greensburg Salem. We do have a waitlist for evening clients as well as medicaid insurance clients. We treat a number of mental health concerns, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. We will create a tailored treatment plan to best meet your needs and goals. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
When the burdens of life leave us feeling like it is a struggle to breathe as we are slowly sinking in quicksand, it can feel impossible to recognize any other way to live, think, and/or function. As a therapist, I believe that listening is paramount to learning and better understanding an individual so that trust and genuine care remain cornerstones of the therapeutic process. Whether it is intrusive thoughts, external stressors, or anything that causes you to feel unsettled, I want us to collaborate so that you will be empowered to discover your own innate strengths.
When the burdens of life leave us feeling like it is a struggle to breathe as we are slowly sinking in quicksand, it can feel impossible to recognize any other way to live, think, and/or function. As a therapist, I believe that listening is paramount to learning and better understanding an individual so that trust and genuine care remain cornerstones of the therapeutic process. Whether it is intrusive thoughts, external stressors, or anything that causes you to feel unsettled, I want us to collaborate so that you will be empowered to discover your own innate strengths.
I am a Nationally Certified Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in the treatment of adults/ teens seeking mental health therapy.
Along with treating patients who struggle from a wide range of mental health diagnoses, I also specialize in treating those who live with Chronic Pain. I have intensively researched the effects of Chronic Pain as well as the multi-disciplinary treatment plan that is essential to patient quality of life and learning to cope with Chronic Pain Conditions.
I am a Nationally Certified Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in the treatment of adults/ teens seeking mental health therapy.
Along with treating patients who struggle from a wide range of mental health diagnoses, I also specialize in treating those who live with Chronic Pain. I have intensively researched the effects of Chronic Pain as well as the multi-disciplinary treatment plan that is essential to patient quality of life and learning to cope with Chronic Pain Conditions.
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I work with teens, adults, and families.
I have received my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, which included over 700 hours of supervised clinical experience. With the latest theories and methods in mind, I am prepared to provide safe and effective therapy. I provide reduced-cost therapy for those interested in self-pay options.
I work with teens, adults, and families.
I have received my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, which included over 700 hours of supervised clinical experience. With the latest theories and methods in mind, I am prepared to provide safe and effective therapy. I provide reduced-cost therapy for those interested in self-pay options.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults working to heal from their trauma and have diagnosis' of various mental health disorders.
My primary goal within the therapeutic space is to create a safe, accepting, and relaxing environment for all my clients. I meet clients where they are, honoring their unique experiences and goals. I provide a supportive, compassionate environment that fosters growth, insight, and meaningful change.
Through psychology, I have formed more insight into understanding the unique experiences individuals have faced that contribute to who they are and how they are feeling.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults working to heal from their trauma and have diagnosis' of various mental health disorders.
My primary goal within the therapeutic space is to create a safe, accepting, and relaxing environment for all my clients. I meet clients where they are, honoring their unique experiences and goals. I provide a supportive, compassionate environment that fosters growth, insight, and meaningful change.
Through psychology, I have formed more insight into understanding the unique experiences individuals have faced that contribute to who they are and how they are feeling.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating a wide range of challenges, including trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, adjustment issues, social difficulties, parenting concerns, and maternal health.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my treatment approach is person-centered, trauma-focused, and blends evidence-based practices such as EMDR (fully-trained), CBT, Mindfulness and Expressive Arts. Therapy is tailored to the needs of each individual. I am LGBTQIA2S+ affirming. I also provide LPC Supervision and Consultation.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating a wide range of challenges, including trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, adjustment issues, social difficulties, parenting concerns, and maternal health.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my treatment approach is person-centered, trauma-focused, and blends evidence-based practices such as EMDR (fully-trained), CBT, Mindfulness and Expressive Arts. Therapy is tailored to the needs of each individual. I am LGBTQIA2S+ affirming. I also provide LPC Supervision and Consultation.
At our Greensburg clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, child & adolescent therapy, group therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy.
TMS is an alternative depression treatment near you that has been proven to be effective. New Directions is dedicated to providing collaborative, high-quality, evidence based mental health services. Our treatment teams listen to you to provide you the best personalized mental health care available.
At our Greensburg clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, child & adolescent therapy, group therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy.
TMS is an alternative depression treatment near you that has been proven to be effective. New Directions is dedicated to providing collaborative, high-quality, evidence based mental health services. Our treatment teams listen to you to provide you the best personalized mental health care available.
If you'd like to be free from relational trauma, I would love to help you. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, emotional and narcissistic abuse, Trauma/PTSD, ACA / ACoA recovery for adult children of alcoholics and family dysfunction and Personality Disorders. I've worked in substance abuse recovery for 8 years and led a group for adults with ADHD with the national organization CHADD for 3 years. I work with abuse survivors and I lead an ongoing group for recovery from gaslighting, narcissistic and emotional abuse, betrayal trauma, and intimate partner violence. If you're going through hell, keep going.
If you'd like to be free from relational trauma, I would love to help you. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, emotional and narcissistic abuse, Trauma/PTSD, ACA / ACoA recovery for adult children of alcoholics and family dysfunction and Personality Disorders. I've worked in substance abuse recovery for 8 years and led a group for adults with ADHD with the national organization CHADD for 3 years. I work with abuse survivors and I lead an ongoing group for recovery from gaslighting, narcissistic and emotional abuse, betrayal trauma, and intimate partner violence. If you're going through hell, keep going.
The goal of Premier Psychotherapy is to create a place where anyone can relax and be fully self-expressed, without fear of judgment. The team offers a range of services that are designed to meet the individual needs of each client who comes to us for help. Our clinicians work with adults and children to heal the wounds that trauma or stressful events have created in their lives. When working with clients, clinicians utilize an integrative approach to best meet the needs of the client. Each team member has specialized training and styles that meet the needs of diverse clients.
The goal of Premier Psychotherapy is to create a place where anyone can relax and be fully self-expressed, without fear of judgment. The team offers a range of services that are designed to meet the individual needs of each client who comes to us for help. Our clinicians work with adults and children to heal the wounds that trauma or stressful events have created in their lives. When working with clients, clinicians utilize an integrative approach to best meet the needs of the client. Each team member has specialized training and styles that meet the needs of diverse clients.
Family Matters Center for Relational Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Greensburg, PA 15601
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.
Adam M McCandless
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
2 Endorsed
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
I believe the most effective therapists are those that are genuine, caring and always put their clients needs first. I have years of experience working with Addiction, Mental Health, and Families. I pride myself in being honest, trustworthy, patient, dedicated, compassionate, insightful, organized, personable, and optimistic. My desire to deeply understand problems, situations, and people led me to pursue a career as a Professional Counselor which I embrace to this day and take great pride in. Being a part of a person's transformation and helping them to become better versions of themselves is truly inspiring.
I believe the most effective therapists are those that are genuine, caring and always put their clients needs first. I have years of experience working with Addiction, Mental Health, and Families. I pride myself in being honest, trustworthy, patient, dedicated, compassionate, insightful, organized, personable, and optimistic. My desire to deeply understand problems, situations, and people led me to pursue a career as a Professional Counselor which I embrace to this day and take great pride in. Being a part of a person's transformation and helping them to become better versions of themselves is truly inspiring.
Let's just be humans and hold space! Therapy is whatever you want it to be and I’m here for it! As you're therapist shopping, you're probably reading a lot of similar verbiage as you go profile to profile. Of course I'm going to provide with you with a safe, nonjudgmental space, but I'm not going to psychobabble you.
Let's just be humans and hold space! Therapy is whatever you want it to be and I’m here for it! As you're therapist shopping, you're probably reading a lot of similar verbiage as you go profile to profile. Of course I'm going to provide with you with a safe, nonjudgmental space, but I'm not going to psychobabble you.
My style is best fitted for adolescents and adults.
“In any given moment, we have two options: to step forward into growth or step back into safety.” My ideal client is tired of “playing it safe” and is open to the newness that change brings. My ideal client is not only searching for a way out of their situation, but they are ready to gain the tools needed to improve their quality of life. Therapy is not about being told what to do, it’s finding a great fit with a skilled clinician who will join you in your journey to wellness. Rather than trying to fix things on your own, why not collaborate with someone who celebrates your individuality and incorporates it in your healing process?
My style is best fitted for adolescents and adults.
“In any given moment, we have two options: to step forward into growth or step back into safety.” My ideal client is tired of “playing it safe” and is open to the newness that change brings. My ideal client is not only searching for a way out of their situation, but they are ready to gain the tools needed to improve their quality of life. Therapy is not about being told what to do, it’s finding a great fit with a skilled clinician who will join you in your journey to wellness. Rather than trying to fix things on your own, why not collaborate with someone who celebrates your individuality and incorporates it in your healing process?
My approach is rooted in honoring the deep impact of relationships and the resiliency of adaptive strategies people learn to cope and survive. Getting to know these patterns within the family, community, and ecological contexts we are living through can empower people towards more agency and living in alignment with their values. I work best with other humans seeking justice and liberation, and many of my clients are community organizers, care workers, poly couples, and trans folks.
My approach is rooted in honoring the deep impact of relationships and the resiliency of adaptive strategies people learn to cope and survive. Getting to know these patterns within the family, community, and ecological contexts we are living through can empower people towards more agency and living in alignment with their values. I work best with other humans seeking justice and liberation, and many of my clients are community organizers, care workers, poly couples, and trans folks.
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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.