Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Tazewell, VA

Amanda Lee
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT-Res
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a dedicated Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy, specializing in Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy approaches. I passionately support individuals, couples, and families who are navigating a wide array of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and issues related to self-esteem. As a marriage and family therapist, I view the relationship of the client and explore how each person’s behavior affects others. By fostering a deeper understanding of the narratives they share, I help improve communication, listening, and problem-solving skills.
I am a dedicated Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy, specializing in Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy approaches. I passionately support individuals, couples, and families who are navigating a wide array of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and issues related to self-esteem. As a marriage and family therapist, I view the relationship of the client and explore how each person’s behavior affects others. By fostering a deeper understanding of the narratives they share, I help improve communication, listening, and problem-solving skills.
(276) 881-7119 View (276) 881-7119
Michael Lester
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I provide therapy for adults, children, and teens.
Life can be overwhelming—especially when you're facing anxiety, depression, past trauma, or the weight of daily stress. If you're feeling stuck, exhausted, or unsure where to turn, you're not alone. Reaching out for support is a powerful first step, and I’m here to help you feel heard, supported, and equipped to move forward. Developing knowledge of specific techniques related to patterns and cycles of behavior is a major contributing force of my passion for therapy.
I provide therapy for adults, children, and teens.
Life can be overwhelming—especially when you're facing anxiety, depression, past trauma, or the weight of daily stress. If you're feeling stuck, exhausted, or unsure where to turn, you're not alone. Reaching out for support is a powerful first step, and I’m here to help you feel heard, supported, and equipped to move forward. Developing knowledge of specific techniques related to patterns and cycles of behavior is a major contributing force of my passion for therapy.
(276) 286-3246 View (276) 286-3246
Hayley Proffitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
3 Endorsed
Tazewell, VA 24651
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families throughout my career, adopting a holistic approach to provide the best support and experience possible.
I integrate various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, to tailor my sessions to the unique needs of each individual. Additionally, I utilize a trauma-informed approach to ensure that my methods are sensitive to those who have experienced trauma.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families throughout my career, adopting a holistic approach to provide the best support and experience possible.
I integrate various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, to tailor my sessions to the unique needs of each individual. Additionally, I utilize a trauma-informed approach to ensure that my methods are sensitive to those who have experienced trauma.
(276) 296-5485 View (276) 296-5485
Shaina Lester
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I’ve worked in intensive in-home services, therapeutic day treatment, and outpatient therapy, giving me the ability to connect with children, teens, and adults.
My style is direct but caring... warm, honest, and grounded in a person-centered approach. I believe therapy should feel like a safe, welcoming space where you can be fully yourself without judgment. I use CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based strategies to help clients build insight, develop practical skills, and feel more in control of their emotional world.
I’ve worked in intensive in-home services, therapeutic day treatment, and outpatient therapy, giving me the ability to connect with children, teens, and adults.
My style is direct but caring... warm, honest, and grounded in a person-centered approach. I believe therapy should feel like a safe, welcoming space where you can be fully yourself without judgment. I use CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based strategies to help clients build insight, develop practical skills, and feel more in control of their emotional world.
(276) 242-8914 View (276) 242-8914
Julia Ahumada
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with both children and adults who are looking for support, understanding, and a place to slow down and be fully themselves. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, mood challenges, ADHD, autism, or experiencing the effects of stress and trauma. I often work with adults who are balancing the demands of parenting, military life, or professionals to create a space for themselves. With children, I use developmentally appropriate, play-based, creative approaches along with mindfulness practices, to help them express emotions, develop coping skills, and strengthen their self-esteem.
I work with both children and adults who are looking for support, understanding, and a place to slow down and be fully themselves. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, mood challenges, ADHD, autism, or experiencing the effects of stress and trauma. I often work with adults who are balancing the demands of parenting, military life, or professionals to create a space for themselves. With children, I use developmentally appropriate, play-based, creative approaches along with mindfulness practices, to help them express emotions, develop coping skills, and strengthen their self-esteem.
(703) 997-2276 View (703) 997-2276
Teresa Paine
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Serves Area
I also work with problems within families such as ADHD or behavioral problems with children and teens.
My primary focus is Couples Counseling from the research based Gottman Couples Counseling perspective. I also provide non-medication approaches for mental health problems. The primary alternative technique is Neurofeedback which is quite effective for anxiety, panic attacks and a number of other psychological and emotional problems.
I also work with problems within families such as ADHD or behavioral problems with children and teens.
My primary focus is Couples Counseling from the research based Gottman Couples Counseling perspective. I also provide non-medication approaches for mental health problems. The primary alternative technique is Neurofeedback which is quite effective for anxiety, panic attacks and a number of other psychological and emotional problems.
(304) 579-8858 View (304) 579-8858
MountainWELL Counseling, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, ACS
Serves Area
At MountainWELL Counseling, we believe in the resilience and strength that the mountains symbolize. Just as the mountains stand tall and unwavering through the seasons, we support our clients in finding their inner strength. Nestled in the heart of Southwest Virginia, our practice offers a serene and nurturing environment where you can embark on your journey to wellness.
At MountainWELL Counseling, we believe in the resilience and strength that the mountains symbolize. Just as the mountains stand tall and unwavering through the seasons, we support our clients in finding their inner strength. Nestled in the heart of Southwest Virginia, our practice offers a serene and nurturing environment where you can embark on your journey to wellness.
(276) 600-8077 View (276) 600-8077
Sara Lacaria-Hutchinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Online Only
You are the driver; I can be your passenger. My goal is to understand where you’re coming from and support you with hope, guidance, and resilience. I’d be honored to get to know you and walk alongside you on your mental health journey.
You are the driver; I can be your passenger. My goal is to understand where you’re coming from and support you with hope, guidance, and resilience. I’d be honored to get to know you and walk alongside you on your mental health journey.
(304) 576-5993 View (304) 576-5993

More Therapists Nearby

Mary Cornick Bauman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Serves Area
I have 22 years helping teens and adults including seniors.
If you are feeling down, anxious, tired and think you may be depressed I would like to partner with you. My ideal client is searching for a counselor who understands these feelings and motivated for change.
I have 22 years helping teens and adults including seniors.
If you are feeling down, anxious, tired and think you may be depressed I would like to partner with you. My ideal client is searching for a counselor who understands these feelings and motivated for change.
(540) 340-5852 View (540) 340-5852
Finneys Incorporated
Psychologist, PsyD
Serves Area
I like helping people who are going through a rough patch and need a little extra help to get through. This can be kids, adults, and whole families. While the people who need my help are not feeling so great when they first come in, I am so happy to help them through the tough times and see them come out on the other side feeling like themselves again, and perhaps even stronger.
I like helping people who are going through a rough patch and need a little extra help to get through. This can be kids, adults, and whole families. While the people who need my help are not feeling so great when they first come in, I am so happy to help them through the tough times and see them come out on the other side feeling like themselves again, and perhaps even stronger.
(276) 663-4716 View (276) 663-4716
Mindful Healing Inc
Verified Verified
Serves Area
We work with adults and teens (12+) in Roanoke, Salem, and throughout Virginia who struggle with trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, people-pleasing, overthinking, low self-worth, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed.
We help clients understand how past experiences shape current struggles and learn practical tools to manage anxiety, improve relationships, set healthier boundaries, and feel more confident in daily life. Our trauma-informed approach is tailored to your unique needs and goals.
We work with adults and teens (12+) in Roanoke, Salem, and throughout Virginia who struggle with trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, people-pleasing, overthinking, low self-worth, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed.
We help clients understand how past experiences shape current struggles and learn practical tools to manage anxiety, improve relationships, set healthier boundaries, and feel more confident in daily life. Our trauma-informed approach is tailored to your unique needs and goals.
(540) 318-2402 View (540) 318-2402
Tabitha Somers
Resident in Counseling, CSAC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
If you’re reading this, congratulations on taking a meaningful step toward a happier, healthier you. I believe everyone has the capacity to reach their goals, even when the path forward looks nothing like what was originally imagined. My role isn’t to “fix” you, but to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s complexities—offering a space where you can feel safe, uncensored, and empowered to explore your experiences and emotions at your own pace.
If you’re reading this, congratulations on taking a meaningful step toward a happier, healthier you. I believe everyone has the capacity to reach their goals, even when the path forward looks nothing like what was originally imagined. My role isn’t to “fix” you, but to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s complexities—offering a space where you can feel safe, uncensored, and empowered to explore your experiences and emotions at your own pace.
(276) 566-1650 View (276) 566-1650
Joy Groves
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Serves Area
I work with individuals, families and couples who may be experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, grief, trauma, family/relationship challenges, marital stress, parenting questions, child/ teen concerns, or life transitions.
I am an experienced counselor who is invested in helping individuals, couples and families make their lives better and find joy in life. Whatever your concerns are, rest assured that life can feel better than it does for you right now. I am a compassionate listener who will help you develop new perspectives and skills to navigate the challenges affecting you and your family. I will encourage you, support you in your growth, and help you enhance your significant relationships. My approach is holistic, incorporating the spiritual values that are important to you.
I work with individuals, families and couples who may be experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, grief, trauma, family/relationship challenges, marital stress, parenting questions, child/ teen concerns, or life transitions.
I am an experienced counselor who is invested in helping individuals, couples and families make their lives better and find joy in life. Whatever your concerns are, rest assured that life can feel better than it does for you right now. I am a compassionate listener who will help you develop new perspectives and skills to navigate the challenges affecting you and your family. I will encourage you, support you in your growth, and help you enhance your significant relationships. My approach is holistic, incorporating the spiritual values that are important to you.
(276) 496-2642 View (276) 496-2642
Courtney McAleer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I have 10 years of experience working with mental health and substance use with adults and teens.
Hi! My name is Courtney, I am a licensed therapist in VA, and I am so glad you are here! There are so many options out there when it comes to choosing a therapist and I would be so excited to work with you! I typically work with issues related to anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, interpersonal relationships, and life changes.
I have 10 years of experience working with mental health and substance use with adults and teens.
Hi! My name is Courtney, I am a licensed therapist in VA, and I am so glad you are here! There are so many options out there when it comes to choosing a therapist and I would be so excited to work with you! I typically work with issues related to anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, interpersonal relationships, and life changes.
(276) 276-2718 View (276) 276-2718
Barbara Pittman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you're a parent seeking support for your child, you’re looking for a therapist who radiates warmth and positivity—someone who can create a safe and nurturing space where your child can heal and grow. You want an experienced professional with over two decades of expertise in play therapy and trauma recovery, who truly understands the unique needs of children aged 3 to 17. Whether your child is navigating PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other challenges, you’re seeking more than just a therapist—you want a compassionate partner who will walk alongside your family on the path to healing and resilience.
If you're a parent seeking support for your child, you’re looking for a therapist who radiates warmth and positivity—someone who can create a safe and nurturing space where your child can heal and grow. You want an experienced professional with over two decades of expertise in play therapy and trauma recovery, who truly understands the unique needs of children aged 3 to 17. Whether your child is navigating PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other challenges, you’re seeking more than just a therapist—you want a compassionate partner who will walk alongside your family on the path to healing and resilience.
(276) 877-2850 View (276) 877-2850
Jacob Somers
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
2 Endorsed
Wytheville, VA 24382
Stuck in the Same Arguments, No Matter How Hard You Try? When family life feels harder than it seems like it should, it’s easy to blame yourself or someone else. Most people aren’t failing—they’re stuck in patterns that no longer work. Therapy helps individuals, couples, and families understand those patterns, communicate more effectively, set healthier boundaries, and support children without carrying everything alone. Change is possible, and it often starts with small shifts that bring real relief and connection.
Stuck in the Same Arguments, No Matter How Hard You Try? When family life feels harder than it seems like it should, it’s easy to blame yourself or someone else. Most people aren’t failing—they’re stuck in patterns that no longer work. Therapy helps individuals, couples, and families understand those patterns, communicate more effectively, set healthier boundaries, and support children without carrying everything alone. Change is possible, and it often starts with small shifts that bring real relief and connection.
(540) 709-9918 View (540) 709-9918
Kaitlin D Burton
Pre-Licensed Professional
1 Endorsed
Wytheville, VA 24382
Hi! I'm Kaitlin. Welcome to the playroom. It's good to see you! I am a pre-professional in play therapy! I am here to help you through the challenges that life gives you. Why play therapy? Play is the child’s natural language. We as adults can talk about feelings because we have learned how to process the world. Your child processes the world around us with limited knowledge on the words to use for their emotions or experiences. You will help your child through consistent caregiving. Though we are playing in the playroom, you are still a partner in this process!
Hi! I'm Kaitlin. Welcome to the playroom. It's good to see you! I am a pre-professional in play therapy! I am here to help you through the challenges that life gives you. Why play therapy? Play is the child’s natural language. We as adults can talk about feelings because we have learned how to process the world. Your child processes the world around us with limited knowledge on the words to use for their emotions or experiences. You will help your child through consistent caregiving. Though we are playing in the playroom, you are still a partner in this process!
(276) 221-9164 View (276) 221-9164
Katlyn Hash
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing anxiety, stress, emotional challenges, relationship concerns, and life transitions.
My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on building trust while helping clients develop healthy coping skills, confidence, and emotional balance.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing anxiety, stress, emotional challenges, relationship concerns, and life transitions.
My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on building trust while helping clients develop healthy coping skills, confidence, and emotional balance.
(276) 284-9303 View (276) 284-9303
Pathways to Wellness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Marion, VA 24354
I specialize in working with adults, children and teens to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and begin to move forward with confidence and purpose.
My approach blends EMDR for trauma and PTSD, CBT for reshaping unhelpful thoughts, and DBT for building emotional regulation and relationship skills. I also offer equine and canine assisted psychotherapy, nature therapy, and walk and talk therapy. I tailor therapy to your needs so you feel seen, supported, and empowered every step of the way.
I specialize in working with adults, children and teens to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and begin to move forward with confidence and purpose.
My approach blends EMDR for trauma and PTSD, CBT for reshaping unhelpful thoughts, and DBT for building emotional regulation and relationship skills. I also offer equine and canine assisted psychotherapy, nature therapy, and walk and talk therapy. I tailor therapy to your needs so you feel seen, supported, and empowered every step of the way.
(276) 597-4092 View (276) 597-4092
Turas Sona Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LPC
Online Only
My approach to clients and the therapeutic relationship is based on both professional and personal experience that has nurtured my ability to approach challenges and life events that have brought one to counseling with compassion, practiced skill , and a unique perspective that lends itself to a genuine, authentic connection between counselor and client, which I feel is the foundation to any effective therapeutic experience.
My approach to clients and the therapeutic relationship is based on both professional and personal experience that has nurtured my ability to approach challenges and life events that have brought one to counseling with compassion, practiced skill , and a unique perspective that lends itself to a genuine, authentic connection between counselor and client, which I feel is the foundation to any effective therapeutic experience.
(276) 292-5396 View (276) 292-5396

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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.