Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Woodway, TX
Our team in Waco specializes in working with children, teens, and adults, and we are dedicated to helping our clients improve their overall well-being.
Our mission is to provide accessible high-quality counseling, training, psychological evaluations, and educational testing that equip our clients to grow through life's changes and challenges. By giving people tools for better mental health, we hope our clients can be self-aware, mindful and resilient to reach the potential of who they were created to be.
Our team in Waco specializes in working with children, teens, and adults, and we are dedicated to helping our clients improve their overall well-being.
Our mission is to provide accessible high-quality counseling, training, psychological evaluations, and educational testing that equip our clients to grow through life's changes and challenges. By giving people tools for better mental health, we hope our clients can be self-aware, mindful and resilient to reach the potential of who they were created to be.
I have over 4 years of experience in working with teens and families to navigate difficult life circumstances.
I strive to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself, explore life’s challenges, and discover your strengths. Outside of my work, I'm a mom to a spirited nine-month-old daughter, which means I'm living the beautiful, exhausting, identity-shifting reality of new parenthood right alongside many of the clients I see. That experience has deepened my understanding of just how much becoming a parent can stir up: grief, anxiety, joy, and everything in between.
I have over 4 years of experience in working with teens and families to navigate difficult life circumstances.
I strive to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself, explore life’s challenges, and discover your strengths. Outside of my work, I'm a mom to a spirited nine-month-old daughter, which means I'm living the beautiful, exhausting, identity-shifting reality of new parenthood right alongside many of the clients I see. That experience has deepened my understanding of just how much becoming a parent can stir up: grief, anxiety, joy, and everything in between.
With over 33 years of experience, I help individuals, couples, and families navigate life's toughest challenges — from depression and trauma to relationship struggles and major life transitions. I specialize in working with men, first responders, and missionaries, and bring a faith-sensitive, solution-focused approach. My goal is for you to feel deeply understood and leave each session with real clarity and momentum. Call or email for a free 15-minute consultation.
With over 33 years of experience, I help individuals, couples, and families navigate life's toughest challenges — from depression and trauma to relationship struggles and major life transitions. I specialize in working with men, first responders, and missionaries, and bring a faith-sensitive, solution-focused approach. My goal is for you to feel deeply understood and leave each session with real clarity and momentum. Call or email for a free 15-minute consultation.
My focus is on supporting individuals navigating trauma, men’s and women’s issues, and the emotional challenges that often accompany them. I strive to create a safe, collaborative space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to work through anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and life stressors.
My focus is on supporting individuals navigating trauma, men’s and women’s issues, and the emotional challenges that often accompany them. I strive to create a safe, collaborative space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to work through anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and life stressors.
English:
Hi I'm Karen, owner and founder of RENEW Counseling Group PLLC, I support people navigating trauma, stress, or life transitions. They seek a safe, compassionate space to explore feelings, build resilience, reconnect with their strengths, and move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Español:
Hola soy Karen, dueña y fundadora de RENEW, Busco brindar apoyo a personas que necesiten ayuda para manejar trauma, estrés o transiciones de vida. Buscan un espacio seguro y compasivo para explorar sus sentimientos, fortalecer su resiliencia, reconectar con sus fortalezas y avanzar con claridad, confianza y propósito.
English:
Hi I'm Karen, owner and founder of RENEW Counseling Group PLLC, I support people navigating trauma, stress, or life transitions. They seek a safe, compassionate space to explore feelings, build resilience, reconnect with their strengths, and move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Español:
Hola soy Karen, dueña y fundadora de RENEW, Busco brindar apoyo a personas que necesiten ayuda para manejar trauma, estrés o transiciones de vida. Buscan un espacio seguro y compasivo para explorar sus sentimientos, fortalecer su resiliencia, reconectar con sus fortalezas y avanzar con claridad, confianza y propósito.
My approach to counseling is very laid-back and relational. I want you to feel safe to be exactly who you are with no fear of judgment. I excel at providing a listening ear, practical tools that will help you move forward, and I have enough life experience to give me deep empathy for any and all who suffer.
My approach to counseling is very laid-back and relational. I want you to feel safe to be exactly who you are with no fear of judgment. I excel at providing a listening ear, practical tools that will help you move forward, and I have enough life experience to give me deep empathy for any and all who suffer.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Dr. Lang is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in behavioral medicine, addictions, trauma, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, and more. He has a deep understanding of human behaviors and provides a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, while offering guidance and support to promote mental well-being and personal growth. He is trained in multiple psychological therapies and is a fluent Spanish-speaker.
Dr. Lang is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in behavioral medicine, addictions, trauma, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, and more. He has a deep understanding of human behaviors and provides a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, while offering guidance and support to promote mental well-being and personal growth. He is trained in multiple psychological therapies and is a fluent Spanish-speaker.
I work with children, teens, and adult women (ages 3+) and specialize in trauma, anxiety, ADHD, behavior issues, and life transitions.
I specialize in trauma, ADHD, anxiety, relationship issues, and women's issues. I am trained in EMDR, Adlerian Play Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, sand tray, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
I work with children, teens, and adult women (ages 3+) and specialize in trauma, anxiety, ADHD, behavior issues, and life transitions.
I specialize in trauma, ADHD, anxiety, relationship issues, and women's issues. I am trained in EMDR, Adlerian Play Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, sand tray, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted? Maybe your mind won't slow down, you're carrying the weight of caregiving, struggling with ADHD, or trying to meet everyone else's needs while neglecting your own. You don't have to face it alone. I help adults overcome anxiety, stress, ADHD, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, and relationship challenges with practical tools and compassionate support. Together we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, create a personalized plan for change, and help you move toward greater peace, confidence, and hope.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted? Maybe your mind won't slow down, you're carrying the weight of caregiving, struggling with ADHD, or trying to meet everyone else's needs while neglecting your own. You don't have to face it alone. I help adults overcome anxiety, stress, ADHD, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, and relationship challenges with practical tools and compassionate support. Together we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, create a personalized plan for change, and help you move toward greater peace, confidence, and hope.
With 33 years of counseling experience, I want to help you. There are so many issues in life that get in the way and keep you from feeling whole and fulfilled. Depression, anxiety, trauma, disability, change, and many others can make a list that becomes overwhelming to deal with. Getting unstuck and overcoming these obstacles is important to you and your success.
With 33 years of counseling experience, I want to help you. There are so many issues in life that get in the way and keep you from feeling whole and fulfilled. Depression, anxiety, trauma, disability, change, and many others can make a list that becomes overwhelming to deal with. Getting unstuck and overcoming these obstacles is important to you and your success.
I work with children as young as 4, as well as teens, adults, and families.
I believe that our thoughts have so much power over who we are and where we are in life, and changing a person’s thoughts can empower and promote an individual in all aspects of life. Two of my strengths are empathy and being an encourager, which helps me to connect to others. I am an EMDR Certified therapist and would like to work with those experiencing trauma of all ages. I have a special place in my heart for those suffering from grief, loss, and chronic disease. I was a Medical Assistant who worked with Oncology patients and saw the need for that population and their families to get counseling.
I work with children as young as 4, as well as teens, adults, and families.
I believe that our thoughts have so much power over who we are and where we are in life, and changing a person’s thoughts can empower and promote an individual in all aspects of life. Two of my strengths are empathy and being an encourager, which helps me to connect to others. I am an EMDR Certified therapist and would like to work with those experiencing trauma of all ages. I have a special place in my heart for those suffering from grief, loss, and chronic disease. I was a Medical Assistant who worked with Oncology patients and saw the need for that population and their families to get counseling.
I love working with people who are motivated to figure out what is keeping them stuck and how to get unstuck. Working with neurodiverse individuals to help them understand their brains, how they are wired, and how to work with that wiring is a passion for me. Helping parents understand what is going on in their child's brain that causes the big emotions, challenging behaviors, or anxieties in a way that helps them be the best parents for the kids is extremely gratifying. For people struggling in their academics or jobs, finding the puzzle pieces that unlock their struggles and let them thrive is a joy.
I love working with people who are motivated to figure out what is keeping them stuck and how to get unstuck. Working with neurodiverse individuals to help them understand their brains, how they are wired, and how to work with that wiring is a passion for me. Helping parents understand what is going on in their child's brain that causes the big emotions, challenging behaviors, or anxieties in a way that helps them be the best parents for the kids is extremely gratifying. For people struggling in their academics or jobs, finding the puzzle pieces that unlock their struggles and let them thrive is a joy.
If you are someone struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, chronic health issues, addiction, trauma (shock, complex and/or attachment trauma), and/or having a hard time living life to its fullest, and you want a safe place to learn, grow and heal, I might be able to help. Sometimes talk therapy alone is enough to resolve whatever ails you, but when there is chronic stress or trauma that has persisted in the mind/body for a prolonged period, therapies that take a "bottom up" approach can have more of a lasting impact.
If you are someone struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, chronic health issues, addiction, trauma (shock, complex and/or attachment trauma), and/or having a hard time living life to its fullest, and you want a safe place to learn, grow and heal, I might be able to help. Sometimes talk therapy alone is enough to resolve whatever ails you, but when there is chronic stress or trauma that has persisted in the mind/body for a prolonged period, therapies that take a "bottom up" approach can have more of a lasting impact.
I emphasize a practical approach to health and wellness. We'll assess all areas of health, including emotional, mental, physical, social, personal, and spiritual. My hope for you is simple: that through our work together, you will feel better, restore balance, improve your relationships, and enjoy a satisfying quality of life.
I emphasize a practical approach to health and wellness. We'll assess all areas of health, including emotional, mental, physical, social, personal, and spiritual. My hope for you is simple: that through our work together, you will feel better, restore balance, improve your relationships, and enjoy a satisfying quality of life.
I have over 10 years of experience working with teenagers, adults, and families in a variety of contexts.
You may be exhausted from carrying the weight of anxiety, anger, low self-esteem or depression. An all too familiar place where you feel burdened by shame and that you’ll never be enough. Maybe managing your daily life seems impossible and you’ve realized that you’re coping in ways that only seem to dig you deeper into your shame and are hurting the people you love. You’re not alone. I work with people to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and how their experiences shape them. Through a lens of compassion, honesty, and curiosity, we will see how understanding your past carves a pathway towards healing, hope, and restoration.
I have over 10 years of experience working with teenagers, adults, and families in a variety of contexts.
You may be exhausted from carrying the weight of anxiety, anger, low self-esteem or depression. An all too familiar place where you feel burdened by shame and that you’ll never be enough. Maybe managing your daily life seems impossible and you’ve realized that you’re coping in ways that only seem to dig you deeper into your shame and are hurting the people you love. You’re not alone. I work with people to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and how their experiences shape them. Through a lens of compassion, honesty, and curiosity, we will see how understanding your past carves a pathway towards healing, hope, and restoration.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of counseling experience, I provide comprehensive assessments and counseling services for older youth and adults facing problems at school, at work, or in their personal lives.
Services available include individual, family, and marriage counseling. My counseling services can address a variety of issues such as anxiety, stress management, relationship or marital issues, depression, LGBTQ support, grief, family conflict, trauma recovery, and life transitions. Employee Assistance services are also available.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of counseling experience, I provide comprehensive assessments and counseling services for older youth and adults facing problems at school, at work, or in their personal lives.
Services available include individual, family, and marriage counseling. My counseling services can address a variety of issues such as anxiety, stress management, relationship or marital issues, depression, LGBTQ support, grief, family conflict, trauma recovery, and life transitions. Employee Assistance services are also available.
I am a LPC specializing in adult depression, codependency, boundaries, trauma and emotions. My favorite definition of mental health says that mental health is the unwavering commitment to reality at all cost. I want to help you be honest with yourself and identify what you're feeling and thinking so that you can process through it, heal, and ultimately, be better equipped for whatever life throws at you.
I am a LPC specializing in adult depression, codependency, boundaries, trauma and emotions. My favorite definition of mental health says that mental health is the unwavering commitment to reality at all cost. I want to help you be honest with yourself and identify what you're feeling and thinking so that you can process through it, heal, and ultimately, be better equipped for whatever life throws at you.
Ashley Steakley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
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The following sessions will be play-based interventions with the child or adolescent in order to meet our goals and learn new skills to help them be successful.
Life is a journey, and journeys are more manageable with a strong support system. My passion is working with children and families to navigate daily stress, anxiety, learn coping strategies for big changes or traumas, and building skills to be more successful in a variety of environments. My philosophy when working with children and adolescents is using play and creativity to learn a mix of abstract and concrete strategies in a safe environment. Let me support you and your child as they navigate emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, social skills, and transitions such as moving, divorce, or loss of a loved one.
The following sessions will be play-based interventions with the child or adolescent in order to meet our goals and learn new skills to help them be successful.
Life is a journey, and journeys are more manageable with a strong support system. My passion is working with children and families to navigate daily stress, anxiety, learn coping strategies for big changes or traumas, and building skills to be more successful in a variety of environments. My philosophy when working with children and adolescents is using play and creativity to learn a mix of abstract and concrete strategies in a safe environment. Let me support you and your child as they navigate emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, social skills, and transitions such as moving, divorce, or loss of a loved one.
I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adults, and families, specializing in the areas of anxiety, adjustment, depression, trauma, and behavioral challenges. I utilize an eclectic mix of Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused therapy from a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach. I believe every individual is capable of change and healing, and possesses the personal strengths within themselves to make that happen. I have a heart for empowering, encouraging, and equipping children, adults, and families to move beyond the trauma and challenges of life to achieve maximum potential.
I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adults, and families, specializing in the areas of anxiety, adjustment, depression, trauma, and behavioral challenges. I utilize an eclectic mix of Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused therapy from a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach. I believe every individual is capable of change and healing, and possesses the personal strengths within themselves to make that happen. I have a heart for empowering, encouraging, and equipping children, adults, and families to move beyond the trauma and challenges of life to achieve maximum potential.
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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.