Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Athens, TX
I specialize in play therapy working with children and adolescents.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am a licensed professional counselor with 26 years of clinical experience. Making the decision to reach out for help when you are feeling lost, confused or find yourself in a difficult situation can be stressful. My goal as a therapist is to make that process less stressful, to empower you and uncover your potential to resolve and overcome the difficulties you face. While we can not change the difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life today.
I specialize in play therapy working with children and adolescents.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am a licensed professional counselor with 26 years of clinical experience. Making the decision to reach out for help when you are feeling lost, confused or find yourself in a difficult situation can be stressful. My goal as a therapist is to make that process less stressful, to empower you and uncover your potential to resolve and overcome the difficulties you face. While we can not change the difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life today.
Everyone experiences moments where the questions and pain from life can feel like "too much." I love giving people the space they need to explore what is causing the hurt, so that we can work together and find solutions. Sometimes that space or need is the schedule and other times the cost (if not both.) I intentionally keep my office hours open for evening and occasional weekend sessions and my costs are designed to help those in East Texas that may not have insurance or high incomes. Reach out to me and lets explore the "how" of taking charge of your life and your outcomes, regardless of what others may be saying or doing.
Everyone experiences moments where the questions and pain from life can feel like "too much." I love giving people the space they need to explore what is causing the hurt, so that we can work together and find solutions. Sometimes that space or need is the schedule and other times the cost (if not both.) I intentionally keep my office hours open for evening and occasional weekend sessions and my costs are designed to help those in East Texas that may not have insurance or high incomes. Reach out to me and lets explore the "how" of taking charge of your life and your outcomes, regardless of what others may be saying or doing.
I have clinical experience working with children, teens, and adults and have a passion for working with clients with depression, and anxiety, as well as behavioral and trauma histories.
I bring patience and kindness to every session, understanding the importance of creating a safe space for exploration and healing. I have clinical experience working with children, teens, and adults and have a passion in working with clients with depression, anxiety, as well as behavioral and trauma histories.
I have clinical experience working with children, teens, and adults and have a passion for working with clients with depression, and anxiety, as well as behavioral and trauma histories.
I bring patience and kindness to every session, understanding the importance of creating a safe space for exploration and healing. I have clinical experience working with children, teens, and adults and have a passion in working with clients with depression, anxiety, as well as behavioral and trauma histories.
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I know you are busy and need solutions fast. I have 31 years post graduate clinical experience in psychotherapy. My training and experience gives me an advantage when working with complex family dynamics such as divorce, custody and other traumas. I am accepting court ordered Child Custody Evaluations. I am comfortable giving expert testimony and being called as a witness when the situation presents itself. My ideal client is motivated, honest, and ready for relief. My humor- infused style of intervention tends to make the change process more bearable.
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I know you are busy and need solutions fast. I have 31 years post graduate clinical experience in psychotherapy. My training and experience gives me an advantage when working with complex family dynamics such as divorce, custody and other traumas. I am accepting court ordered Child Custody Evaluations. I am comfortable giving expert testimony and being called as a witness when the situation presents itself. My ideal client is motivated, honest, and ready for relief. My humor- infused style of intervention tends to make the change process more bearable.
Thank you for taking time to visit my profile. Choosing a therapist can be a difficult process and you are likely already overwhelmed. Let me walk alongside you as we navigate through your struggles. Depression, anxiety, grief, behavioral concerns, parenting, ADD, trauma, or intimacy and relational problems, I want to help you achieve a happy and well-balanced life. Together we can work towards improving negative symptoms and establishing positive outcomes. I work with ages from 3 to 80+. I provide office visits and phone sessions. I am an interactive therapist who uses an array of therapeutic techniques.
Thank you for taking time to visit my profile. Choosing a therapist can be a difficult process and you are likely already overwhelmed. Let me walk alongside you as we navigate through your struggles. Depression, anxiety, grief, behavioral concerns, parenting, ADD, trauma, or intimacy and relational problems, I want to help you achieve a happy and well-balanced life. Together we can work towards improving negative symptoms and establishing positive outcomes. I work with ages from 3 to 80+. I provide office visits and phone sessions. I am an interactive therapist who uses an array of therapeutic techniques.
In my practice I enjoy working with adolescents and adults on a variety of different situations and challenges.
I put a great deal of time and effort pursuing education and training in the field of anxiety disorders in order to provide my clients with the best standards of care. I believe with a strong therapeutic relationship and use of evidence based therapy clients can actively work towards challenging old patterns of thinking and find relief and confidence.
In my practice I enjoy working with adolescents and adults on a variety of different situations and challenges.
I put a great deal of time and effort pursuing education and training in the field of anxiety disorders in order to provide my clients with the best standards of care. I believe with a strong therapeutic relationship and use of evidence based therapy clients can actively work towards challenging old patterns of thinking and find relief and confidence.
I have specialties in family and marriage counseling, adolescent issues intervention, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and many other presenting issues and concerns.
We all need a trusting helper in our lives. I believe in forming a trusting relationship where you become a partner in achieving total wellness. Together, we will cultivate and create a plan to move forward to your best self. Every story is different, every person unique, and in my practice we honor and value you, all the pieces to your story, and can't wait to help in your journey. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of each unique client. My years of experience and passion for helping others creates an open and inviting environment for you and your loved ones. Full LPC November 2024!
I have specialties in family and marriage counseling, adolescent issues intervention, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and many other presenting issues and concerns.
We all need a trusting helper in our lives. I believe in forming a trusting relationship where you become a partner in achieving total wellness. Together, we will cultivate and create a plan to move forward to your best self. Every story is different, every person unique, and in my practice we honor and value you, all the pieces to your story, and can't wait to help in your journey. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of each unique client. My years of experience and passion for helping others creates an open and inviting environment for you and your loved ones. Full LPC November 2024!
I help adults and teens better understand anxiety, attachment patterns, boundaries, emotional overwhelm, past hurt, and the inner critic that keeps them feeling stuck.
You can be the person everyone relies on and still quietly feel anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected, or stuck in patterns you cannot seem to break. A lot of the people I work with are high-functioning on the outside but internally struggling with overthinking, burnout, people-pleasing, relationship stress, self-doubt, grief, or the weight of always trying to hold it all together. I offer therapy that feels warm, honest, grounded, and genuinely human. No cold therapist energy. No judgment. No pressure to have the “right” words.
I help adults and teens better understand anxiety, attachment patterns, boundaries, emotional overwhelm, past hurt, and the inner critic that keeps them feeling stuck.
You can be the person everyone relies on and still quietly feel anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected, or stuck in patterns you cannot seem to break. A lot of the people I work with are high-functioning on the outside but internally struggling with overthinking, burnout, people-pleasing, relationship stress, self-doubt, grief, or the weight of always trying to hold it all together. I offer therapy that feels warm, honest, grounded, and genuinely human. No cold therapist energy. No judgment. No pressure to have the “right” words.
Cheyanne is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor with the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UT-Tyler in 2021 where she graduated with honors as a member of Chi Sigma Iota- Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society. She is also a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA). Cheyanne is also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and has experience working with individuals ages 12 and up who struggle with addiction.
Cheyanne is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor with the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UT-Tyler in 2021 where she graduated with honors as a member of Chi Sigma Iota- Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society. She is also a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA). Cheyanne is also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and has experience working with individuals ages 12 and up who struggle with addiction.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I received a Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I received a Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis.
Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate." - Carl Jung.
Welcome! I'm Stephanie Garcia, a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in both Hawaii and Texas. I specialize in addiction, trauma, mental health, and couples therapy. With warmth, curiosity, and a non-judgmental presence, I create a safe, empowering space where you can explore deep seated emotions, gain powerful insights, and experience real, lasting change in how you live, love, parent, and connect.
Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate." - Carl Jung.
Welcome! I'm Stephanie Garcia, a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in both Hawaii and Texas. I specialize in addiction, trauma, mental health, and couples therapy. With warmth, curiosity, and a non-judgmental presence, I create a safe, empowering space where you can explore deep seated emotions, gain powerful insights, and experience real, lasting change in how you live, love, parent, and connect.
I also specialize in Marital and Family issues including those involving adolescents, children and extended family.
With over two decades of experience treating individuals, couples and families in community mental health, non-profits, military bases, psychiatric hospitals and private practice, you can be assured that your mental health issues will be empathically and skillfully treated and resolved.
I also specialize in Marital and Family issues including those involving adolescents, children and extended family.
With over two decades of experience treating individuals, couples and families in community mental health, non-profits, military bases, psychiatric hospitals and private practice, you can be assured that your mental health issues will be empathically and skillfully treated and resolved.
Whether you are an adult dealing with events of your childhood or a parent looking for someone to help your child or teenager, seeking that help is one of the most rewarding steps you can make.
I have experience working with children 5 and up, teenagers, adults, and elderly. I am skilled in working with anxiety, and depression. I am a certified Prepare/Enrich program facilitator for premarital and marital counseling. I believe in the power of positivity and encouragement in building your self concept to develop a more positive outlook.
Whether you are an adult dealing with events of your childhood or a parent looking for someone to help your child or teenager, seeking that help is one of the most rewarding steps you can make.
I have experience working with children 5 and up, teenagers, adults, and elderly. I am skilled in working with anxiety, and depression. I am a certified Prepare/Enrich program facilitator for premarital and marital counseling. I believe in the power of positivity and encouragement in building your self concept to develop a more positive outlook.
Jessica Leigh Swinnea
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Athens, TX 75751
Not accepting new clients
Hello! My name is Jessica Swinnea, I am a recent graduate beginning my own practice and I am looking for new clients. I am accepting a wide range of clients, aging from children to adults. While my background includes working with children working through trauma or divorce proceedings, I am also accepting clients looking for marital and individual counseling services.
Hello! My name is Jessica Swinnea, I am a recent graduate beginning my own practice and I am looking for new clients. I am accepting a wide range of clients, aging from children to adults. While my background includes working with children working through trauma or divorce proceedings, I am also accepting clients looking for marital and individual counseling services.
Larry Dale Brisendine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Athens, TX 75751
Not accepting new clients
For youth counseling and all other call 903 451 4281 and email ldbcounselor@gmail
Attending a session with a counselor for the first time can be daunting. Anxiety abounds with the fear or hope of improving one's emotional life. We will focus first on building the relationship together in a non-judging, empathetic and caring manner that eases that anxiety. Many of us know that we are in need of relationship building with those we interact with, in our family, workplace, social setting, romantic interests and within marriage. We will work together to repair and practice connecting and communication skills needed to facilitate safe rewarding relationship habits.
For youth counseling and all other call 903 451 4281 and email ldbcounselor@gmail
Attending a session with a counselor for the first time can be daunting. Anxiety abounds with the fear or hope of improving one's emotional life. We will focus first on building the relationship together in a non-judging, empathetic and caring manner that eases that anxiety. Many of us know that we are in need of relationship building with those we interact with, in our family, workplace, social setting, romantic interests and within marriage. We will work together to repair and practice connecting and communication skills needed to facilitate safe rewarding relationship habits.
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I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, and couples specializing in anxiety issues, stress management, relationship issues, and trauma support, using many different counseling techniques to help each client feel heard and understood to begin healing.
My approach to counseling varies based on my client's needs. I believe that through a sense of belonging, we learn who we are and who we can become; we learn our true identity. I offer a unique and authentic counseling approach listening to and supporting you without judgement.
I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, and couples specializing in anxiety issues, stress management, relationship issues, and trauma support, using many different counseling techniques to help each client feel heard and understood to begin healing.
My approach to counseling varies based on my client's needs. I believe that through a sense of belonging, we learn who we are and who we can become; we learn our true identity. I offer a unique and authentic counseling approach listening to and supporting you without judgement.
Let's skip the inspirational quotes. You're anxious, burned out, stuck, angry, grieving, or functioning just well enough that everyone thinks you're fine. You're exhausted from overthinking, questioning your relationships, and wondering why you keep ending up in the same place. You've read the books, listened to the podcasts, and tried to think positively, but nothing feels better. I won't give you therapy clichés and call it progress. We'll get honest about what's keeping you stuck. Some of those conversations will be uncomfortable. That's usually where the useful stuff happens.
Let's skip the inspirational quotes. You're anxious, burned out, stuck, angry, grieving, or functioning just well enough that everyone thinks you're fine. You're exhausted from overthinking, questioning your relationships, and wondering why you keep ending up in the same place. You've read the books, listened to the podcasts, and tried to think positively, but nothing feels better. I won't give you therapy clichés and call it progress. We'll get honest about what's keeping you stuck. Some of those conversations will be uncomfortable. That's usually where the useful stuff happens.
We all desire to belong, feel loved, and know purpose. We long to feel accepted and valued. However, sometimes the way we hold our experiences can lead us to cling to fears and limiting beliefs about ourselves. Our inner self-talk can lead us to believe lies about ourselves and the world around us. This internal dysfunction can manifest itself in anxiety, depression, anger issues, addictions, and struggles in relationships and our work life. We have over 20 years of education and training, as well as a lifetime of struggles and victories. Let us journey alongside you towards a more fulfilling life of purpose, love, joy, and peace.
We all desire to belong, feel loved, and know purpose. We long to feel accepted and valued. However, sometimes the way we hold our experiences can lead us to cling to fears and limiting beliefs about ourselves. Our inner self-talk can lead us to believe lies about ourselves and the world around us. This internal dysfunction can manifest itself in anxiety, depression, anger issues, addictions, and struggles in relationships and our work life. We have over 20 years of education and training, as well as a lifetime of struggles and victories. Let us journey alongside you towards a more fulfilling life of purpose, love, joy, and peace.
My goals in therapy center around two ideas: helping you feel better and helping you get better. Life gets complicated for all of us (either throughout our lives or during parts of our lives). Sometimes we just need someone else to help guide us through it and teach us a new way to approaching our difficulties. One part involves helping you gain confidence that you can have control of your life, & the other involves challenging your beliefs and world views that keep you from living life to the fullest. Helping you feel better involves compassionate listening and understanding your concerns through your worldview.
My goals in therapy center around two ideas: helping you feel better and helping you get better. Life gets complicated for all of us (either throughout our lives or during parts of our lives). Sometimes we just need someone else to help guide us through it and teach us a new way to approaching our difficulties. One part involves helping you gain confidence that you can have control of your life, & the other involves challenging your beliefs and world views that keep you from living life to the fullest. Helping you feel better involves compassionate listening and understanding your concerns through your worldview.
It takes significant strength to start looking for a counselor! I applaud starting the process... don't stop now. Reach out. I know that counseling can be uncomfortable, counselors can be awkward and efforts in the past may have been disappointing or even a train wreck! At Alethia, we prioritize counselors who can help you feel at home - people you would enjoy getting coffee with, much less talk about the hard things in life. Our front desk team will pair you with the right counselor for you.
It takes significant strength to start looking for a counselor! I applaud starting the process... don't stop now. Reach out. I know that counseling can be uncomfortable, counselors can be awkward and efforts in the past may have been disappointing or even a train wreck! At Alethia, we prioritize counselors who can help you feel at home - people you would enjoy getting coffee with, much less talk about the hard things in life. Our front desk team will pair you with the right counselor for you.
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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.