Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Newport News, VA
I have many years of experience helping adults, families, and adolescents with complex issues.
My counseling style is person-centered with an emphasis on building resiliency to help with depression, PTSD and anxiety. I believe in meeting people where they are with dignity and respect. I utilize EMD/EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help clients reach their personalized goals.
I have many years of experience helping adults, families, and adolescents with complex issues.
My counseling style is person-centered with an emphasis on building resiliency to help with depression, PTSD and anxiety. I believe in meeting people where they are with dignity and respect. I utilize EMD/EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help clients reach their personalized goals.
Now Accepting Teen and Adolescent Clients!
Life can feel overwhelming — school, friends, and figuring out who you are can be a lot. At Release Wellness, we help teens manage anxiety, stress, and focus struggles, build confidence, and handle big emotions. Together, we work through challenges like family conflict, peer pressure, and life changes to help you feel balanced again.
Now Accepting Teen and Adolescent Clients!
Life can feel overwhelming — school, friends, and figuring out who you are can be a lot. At Release Wellness, we help teens manage anxiety, stress, and focus struggles, build confidence, and handle big emotions. Together, we work through challenges like family conflict, peer pressure, and life changes to help you feel balanced again.
I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have experience working with both adults and youth.
You might be dealing with anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, or just feeling stuck and unsure of what to do next. Sometimes it can feel overwhelming trying to manage everything on your own. In therapy, I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable, heard, and not judged. My goal is to help you better understand what’s going on, build practical coping skills, and start making changes that actually feel meaningful in your day-to-day life.
I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have experience working with both adults and youth.
You might be dealing with anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, or just feeling stuck and unsure of what to do next. Sometimes it can feel overwhelming trying to manage everything on your own. In therapy, I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable, heard, and not judged. My goal is to help you better understand what’s going on, build practical coping skills, and start making changes that actually feel meaningful in your day-to-day life.
Kathryn works with adolescents and adults experiencing ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, substance use, grief, relational challenges, life transitions and more.
Kathryn Beddow is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2020. She has two Bachelor’s degrees (Psychology and Justice and Law Administration) and one Master’s degree (Social Work). It took time for her to earn each of these, and she did not do them the easy way by any means. She has taken her own path in her academic education and in real-life education. Kathryn is a Veteran and past Army spouse, with a passion for helping others. She has worked in the mental health field since 2014 in multiple settings, in several states. She is an ally to all, who sees people for how they are, where they are.
Kathryn works with adolescents and adults experiencing ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, substance use, grief, relational challenges, life transitions and more.
Kathryn Beddow is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2020. She has two Bachelor’s degrees (Psychology and Justice and Law Administration) and one Master’s degree (Social Work). It took time for her to earn each of these, and she did not do them the easy way by any means. She has taken her own path in her academic education and in real-life education. Kathryn is a Veteran and past Army spouse, with a passion for helping others. She has worked in the mental health field since 2014 in multiple settings, in several states. She is an ally to all, who sees people for how they are, where they are.
Together, we can create a safe space to discover the capability to overcome and navigate the complexities that challenge you, such as children/ adolescent behavioral, family conflicts, personal relationship struggles, and mental wellness concerns whether in my office or via telehealth.
Happiness is a fleeting emotion meaning "good luck." The Joy of life creates a refreshing sense of warmth like sunshine interpreting the rain. Naturally, rain falls in every life, and it is impossible to escape. However, when the rains of life make your days feel like an endless deluge of disappointment, feeling overwhelmed, fearful, and even hopeless—the clouds of your existence forecast sadness, more regret, and discouragement. The good news is that the Sun is always shining somewhere. The power to bask in the reinvigorating Sunlight lies within you. Discover your ability to experience the positive change of Joy in your life.
Together, we can create a safe space to discover the capability to overcome and navigate the complexities that challenge you, such as children/ adolescent behavioral, family conflicts, personal relationship struggles, and mental wellness concerns whether in my office or via telehealth.
Happiness is a fleeting emotion meaning "good luck." The Joy of life creates a refreshing sense of warmth like sunshine interpreting the rain. Naturally, rain falls in every life, and it is impossible to escape. However, when the rains of life make your days feel like an endless deluge of disappointment, feeling overwhelmed, fearful, and even hopeless—the clouds of your existence forecast sadness, more regret, and discouragement. The good news is that the Sun is always shining somewhere. The power to bask in the reinvigorating Sunlight lies within you. Discover your ability to experience the positive change of Joy in your life.
Yalonda Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, DMin
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I offer care for individuals ( adolescents, adults) and couples who are experiencing difficult life transitions, depression, anxiety, anger issues, relationship issues, self-harm, and various types of trauma.
I am extremely passionate about helping clients work through the rough and uncomfortable experiences of their lives. I believe every person comes to therapy with their own individual needs, and my role is to help facilitate their individual needs. Therefore, I adapt my interventions based on a comprehensive assessment of who you are and exactly what you need.
I offer care for individuals ( adolescents, adults) and couples who are experiencing difficult life transitions, depression, anxiety, anger issues, relationship issues, self-harm, and various types of trauma.
I am extremely passionate about helping clients work through the rough and uncomfortable experiences of their lives. I believe every person comes to therapy with their own individual needs, and my role is to help facilitate their individual needs. Therefore, I adapt my interventions based on a comprehensive assessment of who you are and exactly what you need.
I have experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, life adjustments (adjustment to early adulthood, college, and parenthood are special interests), serious mental illness, trauma, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders.
I have experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, life adjustments (adjustment to early adulthood, college, and parenthood are special interests), serious mental illness, trauma, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders.
Do you feel stuck in cycles of worry, sadness, or self-doubt—wondering if peace is even possible? Maybe you’re exhausted by your thoughts or past experiences that still hold power over you. You want to feel calm, confident, and in control again. Together, we’ll work to quiet the noise, heal what’s beneath the surface, and rediscover your sense of strength and balance. You don’t have to navigate this alone—healing is possible, and it can start here.
Do you feel stuck in cycles of worry, sadness, or self-doubt—wondering if peace is even possible? Maybe you’re exhausted by your thoughts or past experiences that still hold power over you. You want to feel calm, confident, and in control again. Together, we’ll work to quiet the noise, heal what’s beneath the surface, and rediscover your sense of strength and balance. You don’t have to navigate this alone—healing is possible, and it can start here.
I work with teens, individuals, women, and families who are tired of just surviving and ready to start healing—for real.
My approach is eclectic and intuitive—I don’t just use one method because you’re not one-size-fits-all. I blend evidence-based techniques like CBT and DBT with creativity, storytelling, spirituality, and real talk. One session might include grounding and deep breathing; another might involve journaling, laughter, or hard truths said with love.
I work with teens, individuals, women, and families who are tired of just surviving and ready to start healing—for real.
My approach is eclectic and intuitive—I don’t just use one method because you’re not one-size-fits-all. I blend evidence-based techniques like CBT and DBT with creativity, storytelling, spirituality, and real talk. One session might include grounding and deep breathing; another might involve journaling, laughter, or hard truths said with love.
I bring over five years of experience working with adolescents and adults across individual and group settings.
I use an integrative approach grounded in DBT and CBT. Interventions include mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and cognitive restructuring. I collaborate with clients to develop individualized goals and support meaningful, lasting change.
I bring over five years of experience working with adolescents and adults across individual and group settings.
I use an integrative approach grounded in DBT and CBT. Interventions include mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and cognitive restructuring. I collaborate with clients to develop individualized goals and support meaningful, lasting change.
Mindful Journey Therapeutic Svs---Nina Franklin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-200
2 Endorsed
Newport News, VA 23606
HI, I'm Nina, Clinical Therapist & Registered Yoga Therapist!
Are you hesitant in talking to a therapist? Allow me to make your journey in healing comfortable. Navigating through trauma and managing mental health can affect many aspects of your life and relationships. I pride myself in providing creative and holistic interventions To bring a wrap around approach to your healing! I will give you a new lens to look at your life. I will allow you to see your own strengths and trust in yourself to heal. I will encourage you from day one to; develop self-awareness, trust your truths, gain acceptance, and learn personal ways to cope.
HI, I'm Nina, Clinical Therapist & Registered Yoga Therapist!
Are you hesitant in talking to a therapist? Allow me to make your journey in healing comfortable. Navigating through trauma and managing mental health can affect many aspects of your life and relationships. I pride myself in providing creative and holistic interventions To bring a wrap around approach to your healing! I will give you a new lens to look at your life. I will allow you to see your own strengths and trust in yourself to heal. I will encourage you from day one to; develop self-awareness, trust your truths, gain acceptance, and learn personal ways to cope.
I like to work with people whose weirdness and wildness has not been fully honored or appreciated, people who have been papercut and gaslit a thousand different ways by capitalism and its authority figures. Many of my clients are queer and neurodivergent in various forms. Many have been traumatized by toxic religious upbringings. Many have beautiful gifts and life visions that they haven't had the support to manifest fully into their lives. I offer a depathologized, neurodiversity-affirming approach to mental health care.
I like to work with people whose weirdness and wildness has not been fully honored or appreciated, people who have been papercut and gaslit a thousand different ways by capitalism and its authority figures. Many of my clients are queer and neurodivergent in various forms. Many have been traumatized by toxic religious upbringings. Many have beautiful gifts and life visions that they haven't had the support to manifest fully into their lives. I offer a depathologized, neurodiversity-affirming approach to mental health care.
I have experience with adolescents and adults in inpatient crisis settings, as well as children and adolescents as a Military Family Life Counselor, in addition to my own experience as a military spouse.
I strongly believe that people need people. We are social beings and we thrive on connection to and support from others. Whether we are going through an unusually stressful time or we need more engaged and thorough support, having someone to lean on can make a world of difference. I focus on individuals 16 years and older struggling with anxiety, LGBTQIA+ concerns, military- related issues, and women’s issues.
I have experience with adolescents and adults in inpatient crisis settings, as well as children and adolescents as a Military Family Life Counselor, in addition to my own experience as a military spouse.
I strongly believe that people need people. We are social beings and we thrive on connection to and support from others. Whether we are going through an unusually stressful time or we need more engaged and thorough support, having someone to lean on can make a world of difference. I focus on individuals 16 years and older struggling with anxiety, LGBTQIA+ concerns, military- related issues, and women’s issues.
I work with children, teens, and adults.
I am a Registered Play Therapist. I specialize working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I also offer therapy services to adults as well.
I work with children, teens, and adults.
I am a Registered Play Therapist. I specialize working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I also offer therapy services to adults as well.
Better care begins with brighter clinicians. At Lifebulb, we’ve created a space where therapists can shine and that light reflects directly onto you. Our licensed, highly trained professionals bring passion, empathy, and expertise to every session. Together, we’ll help you grow into the healthiest version of yourself.
Better care begins with brighter clinicians. At Lifebulb, we’ve created a space where therapists can shine and that light reflects directly onto you. Our licensed, highly trained professionals bring passion, empathy, and expertise to every session. Together, we’ll help you grow into the healthiest version of yourself.
Throughout life we can see the effectiveness of organizations, groups, teams, and boards members. We do a disservice to ourselves when we try to live our lives without having the appropriate people in the right places. The Robert T Lee Foundation has the right people to add to your team of wellness professionals. Our clinicians are thoroughly experienced with treating depression, anxiety, trauma related issues, mood disorders, personality disorder and a host of other debilitating mental ailments. Let's work together to improve your mental wellness.
Throughout life we can see the effectiveness of organizations, groups, teams, and boards members. We do a disservice to ourselves when we try to live our lives without having the appropriate people in the right places. The Robert T Lee Foundation has the right people to add to your team of wellness professionals. Our clinicians are thoroughly experienced with treating depression, anxiety, trauma related issues, mood disorders, personality disorder and a host of other debilitating mental ailments. Let's work together to improve your mental wellness.
Over the past 15 years, I have immersed myself in the mental health field. I am passionate about the mental health field, and it is that passion that drives my approach to care. I am a fervent advocate of a supportive, ethical, and professional attitude in counseling. By providing necessary resources and employing efficient counseling skills, I aim to enhance the success of those who need help the most. My focus is on working alongside my clients, fostering their strengths, and empowering them to better manage their struggles with mental health and addiction. One of the areas where I shine is in my use of strength-based skills.
Over the past 15 years, I have immersed myself in the mental health field. I am passionate about the mental health field, and it is that passion that drives my approach to care. I am a fervent advocate of a supportive, ethical, and professional attitude in counseling. By providing necessary resources and employing efficient counseling skills, I aim to enhance the success of those who need help the most. My focus is on working alongside my clients, fostering their strengths, and empowering them to better manage their struggles with mental health and addiction. One of the areas where I shine is in my use of strength-based skills.
Serving patients across Virginia, Katherine provides therapy that supports teens, adults, and seniors as they work through anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties.
Katherine offers individual, couples, family, and group therapy with a strong clinical focus on treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma. She brings over a decade of experience to her work with adolescents and teens, supporting them through critical developmental milestones while addressing concerns like ADHD, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, and grief.
Serving patients across Virginia, Katherine provides therapy that supports teens, adults, and seniors as they work through anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties.
Katherine offers individual, couples, family, and group therapy with a strong clinical focus on treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma. She brings over a decade of experience to her work with adolescents and teens, supporting them through critical developmental milestones while addressing concerns like ADHD, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, and grief.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families feeling overwhelmed by relationship strain, marital conflict, separation, or major life transitions. Many are women navigating identity shifts, self-esteem struggles, or wondering when it became so hard to feel like themselves. They come to us feeling stuck, unheard, or unsure of their next step. At Via Family Care, our team meets you with warmth and practical guidance. We help you strengthen communication, rebuild confidence, and develop real skills for lasting change so you can move forward and shape the life you truly want and deserve.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families feeling overwhelmed by relationship strain, marital conflict, separation, or major life transitions. Many are women navigating identity shifts, self-esteem struggles, or wondering when it became so hard to feel like themselves. They come to us feeling stuck, unheard, or unsure of their next step. At Via Family Care, our team meets you with warmth and practical guidance. We help you strengthen communication, rebuild confidence, and develop real skills for lasting change so you can move forward and shape the life you truly want and deserve.
I work well with adults and adolescents who are looking to make positive changes in their lives to help cope with the stress or emotions that are clouding their days.
I am a Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. I have a background in Veterans and Military Family issues. I works from a client centered approach, which allows me to adapt to the ever-changing needs of the people I work with. I use techniques such as Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I work well with adults and adolescents who are looking to make positive changes in their lives to help cope with the stress or emotions that are clouding their days.
I am a Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. I have a background in Veterans and Military Family issues. I works from a client centered approach, which allows me to adapt to the ever-changing needs of the people I work with. I use techniques such as Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
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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.