Teen Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT
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Eileen Rojas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have spent the past several years working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, school issues, issues related to race and equity,
teen
pregnancy, fertility, identity, life transitions, gender, grief, relationship issues, and boundaries.
Hi, I'm Eileen. I'm a bilingual therapist and dance artist based in SLC, UT. I have 15+ years of experience working with youth, adults, and families in community, clinical, and educational settings. Through my understanding of somatics and movement as well as my interest in recreation, music, yoga, and art my goal is to maintain an equitable and inclusive practice aimed at focusing on the strengths and interests of each unique individual. My hope is to support people in finding their own path to healing. Beyond working with individuals, I also create workshops/trainings based on the needs of local groups and organizations.
Lisa D'Agostino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you feel like you have lost touch with you partner, your
teen
, your parent, sibling or friendships? You may be stuck in a cycle of addictive behavior because you are avoiding pain in you life, from childhood, grief or present day stressors.
I’ve heard it said that pain is the touchstone to growth. Have you been avoiding pain? Everything we see tells us we are always supposed to be happy, “put on a happy face”. True growth and happiness comes through facing pain and learning skills, tools and techniques that will lead lead to real happiness and inner contentment. Within the context of a supportive environment I can help you face your pain, and overcome blocks that are keeping you in pain. I can help to get you unstuck and learn to embrace challenges. Together we can identify your unique challenges and tools to overcome them.
Claudine Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Our society is constantly shifting, how we interact with one another has changed, and the things we considered “true” may be crumbling. Yes, teens and young adults are the future but what if they (you) are scared and are struggling to figure out how you fit in, and question if they even want to. Trauma, anxiety, and depression can make this discovery a daunting task. Maybe you or your
teen
are overwhelmed and don’t know where to start, staying in bed may sound like the best and sometimes the only option. Maybe you don’t even like yourself let alone love yourself.
Josie Bohling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are you worried about your
teen
? Are they acting withdrawn or angry? Are their grades dropping? Are they excluded from their peer group or hanging out with peers that concern you?
I will help you achieve your goal of restoring happiness and inspiration to your child's life. If your
teen
needs support with recovery from prolonged sadness, constant worrying, low self-esteem, drug abuse, sexual assault, self injury or family conflict, counseling can help.
Not accepting new clients
Stephanie Voigt Yabko
Psychologist, PsyD, MC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Other specialties: Anxiety - worry, health concerns, panic; Depression - low self-esteem, feeling "blah"; Sleep Problems; Stress - from school, work, relationships; Child/
Adolescent
Behavior Problems; Adjustment Problems - changes in your life that are difficult; Substance Abuse Recovery - recently sober/aftercare, accountability for your recovery.
I have been told that I am calming, levelheaded, caring, and flexible. I work with clients of all ages utilizing an integrative, strengths-based, individualized approach to therapy, often combining concepts of self-compassion, mindfulness, and acceptance to help you attain your goals. I believe in helping you to flourish in your life, not just eliminate symptoms. I do this by helping you use your inner creativity, wisdom, resilience, appreciation, and courage to change your life.
Natalie Lanham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
***I currently have a waitlist for new patients*** I believe that therapy is a journey to build a better you. Whether that is moving through trauma, exploring and conquering anxiety, learning sports psychology tactics, raising your child (and dealing with the wonderful
adolescent
drama), fighting addiction, or strengthening your marriage, we're in this together. If you enter my therapy office, you are here to grow. While therapy is a process, it does not have to be a long, drawn out, difficult and treacherous.
Not accepting new clients
Alexandra Starr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced child therapist and my goal is to understand why a child or
teen
is struggling and to help children/adolescents and their caregivers develop skills so they feel more empowered in the areas where they struggle. Caregivers are a vital part of my work with children and I actively involve families in therapy to improve communication and meet goals for improvement. I view therapy as an experiment and I work collaboratively with my clients to achieve progress.
Samantha Michelle Small
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Hello, My name is Dr. Sam and I am a child and
adolescent
psychologist who works with families and their children aged 2-18 years old. I specialize in providing psychological evaluation to diagnose autism, ADHD, trauma related disorder, anxiety, depression, and more. I also provide family and individual therapy for children and adolescents with a range of different disabilities. I use a strength based approach that helps children and their families develop functional plans to help all succeed socially and emotionally.
Steven McCowin
Psychologist, PhD, JD
Verified
Verified
I connect well with
adolescent
males - an often under-served group.
I primarily focus on two practice areas: Working with survivors of serious trauma (combat or other military trauma, assault, natural disasters, accidents, etc.) who suffer from PTSD or other post-trauma issues, and working with adolescents and verbal children who are dealing with behavioral problems, anxiety issues (OCD, panic, etc.), or depression.
Claire R Stoecker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced child and
adolescent
therapist. My practice specializes in anxiety, depression, and adjustment using an individualized combination of approaches best suited to the child,
adolescent
, and family. Interventions include play therapy, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness approaches, parenting skills and support.
Monica Dixon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Being a
teenager
can be tough. Being a parent of a
teenager
can be even more so. Because this is such an intense developmental period, when you realize you need some outside help, finding the right person can be tricky. Over the past sixteen years, I have connected with teens, young adults and their parents to help them find their way to stronger relationships and a solid sense of self. I help teens and young adults with addiction, eating disorders, anxiety and depression, communication and life skills, family relationships, trauma, social media anxiety/isolation, and more.
Waitlist for new clients
Renee K. Burke
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about treating
teen
and young adults with ADHD and commonly co-occurring anxiety and depression that result from the challenges that neurodiversity presents (from home related tasks, self-care, homework, friendships, romance, work projects). If you are feeling overwhelmed and scattered despite your best efforts, please reach out. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community and someone trained to work with non-binary and trans individuals, my space is beyond safe. I work from an abundance, growth-oriented mindset. If you are looking for insight into how your current state relates to your family of origin, new means of coping,
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Athena Metos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I enjoy helping each individual, child,
adolescent
or adult to achieve inner strength and happiness!.
Life is a journey and along the way there are often circumstances that create great pain and trauma that often redirect us down the wrong path.If we try to ignore the pain it only gets worse & the cycle of dysfunction begins! I have learned that we all need help navigating though life's trials, and yet it takes a lot of inner strength to even ask! As a therapist my goal is to allow you to reach your greatest potential during this journey and gain the right tools to navigate through anything that comes in your path!
Colton Miller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Miller received his doctorate in counseling psychology from an APA accredited university and practiced for over 10 years in various settings including the University of Missouri Medical School. He is the former clinical director of the Autism Mentor Program for 2 different universities. Dr. Miller is trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and works with
adolescent
and adult patients. He treats most mental health concerns: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, interpersonal concerns, faith transitions, etc. Dr. Miller specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of OCD and high functioning autism.
Mark Xavier Dunn
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHCS, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or trauma? Are there problematic patterns in your relationships? Are you having difficulty effectively parenting your
adolescent
or young adult? You are not alone and I can help. I have been working with individuals and families for over 25 years with positive results. I create a compassionate and emotionally safe environment where we will begin your journey. I will listen to your story and together we will work through the beliefs that create limitations. I will help you develop strategies and a daily practice to improve your life.
Stacy McKenzie
Counselor, PhD, CMHC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Some issues have included depression, trauma and loss, pornography and marital difficulties as well as
adolescent
behavior concerns.
One of the most important things we need in our own lives is balance. This is often difficult to achieve with life's constant demands on our time and energy. Without balance, life becomes wearisome and at times, unmanageable. We begin to wonder if there is meaning in our lives or even if it's "worth the trouble." In the effort to find relief or comfort, we may find ourselves drawn to self-defeating and even destructive behaviors that offer immediate yet temporary relief. There are other options, a different perspective may help. I offer just this to my clients.
Patrick J Gooley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Pat Gooley is a general mental health practitioner with experience providing therapy to a wide variety of clients with a focus on
adolescent
,
teen
and young adults. Pat employs evidence based treatment including CBT, DBT, Trauma Informed and TF-CBT. Pat endorses a client centered and strength based approach to treating clients with dignity and unconditional positive regard. We work with most major insurance companies and provide services on a sliding scale when needed.
Janene Pack
Counselor, CMHC
Verified
Verified
Are you a
teenager
, young adult or adult struggling with your relationships or connecting with others? Is your anxiety so crippling it interferes with the quality of your life? Do you find that you lack social skills development and would like the chance to learn new skills and have support? You are not alone! Through individual and group therapy I can help you understand these struggles, learn new skills, and practice connecting with others within the safety of therapy which helps you understand yourself and in turn can help you lead a more fulfilling life.
Kelissa Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I love helping people and hope to be able to help you! I have been privileged to work in a variety of social work settings including hospice, outpatient mental health,
adolescent
residential treatment, and a juvenile detention center. I have helped people work through difficult relationships, grief, stress, trauma, poor boundaries, low self-esteem and other challenges that cause varying levels of distress. I am LGBTQIA safe and affirming.
Tori Vance At Gold Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSWi
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with clients 13 years of age and older with mental differences including: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD , Adjustment Disorders, Military Life,
Teen
Issues, and Trauma.
Online Telehealth Therapy... I enjoy various approaches to mental health and self-care. I enjoy many pints of ice-cream, bath bombs, a good book, spending time outside, and working out. Most importantly I believe we owe it ourselves, to make sure we are being taken care of and nourished, too, through our own mental health care. My approach to treatment is tailored to fit each person’s specific goals and needs, and I provide a comfortable and safe space for people to express themselves and work through their therapeutic experience.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.