Teen Therapists in Renton, WA
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Why’s Words Therapy, Nhautrey Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LSWAIC, MHP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Nhautrey is the owner of Why’s Words Therapy. Nhautrey works with clients between the ages of 3-70 years old, and has worked with clients from various cultures, ethnicities and backgrounds in the form of individual, family, and group therapy. Are you struggling with anxiety? Fighting to get out of that depressive fog? Maybe you are very clear on what your traumas are, or need guidance in figuring out how your traumas have affected you. Have a kid/
teen
that is struggling? Maybe you just want to see what therapy is all about. Nhautrey is here to help you piece together those aspects of your life and end the stigma of mental health!

Bezzio Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CMHS
Verified
Verified
As a Mental Health Counselor I work in the following areas: Adult Mental Health Counseling
Adolescent
and Youth Counseling Geriatric Counseling Family and Couples Counseling Areas of therapeutic focus: Anxiety Depression Post Traumatic Stress Sexual Identity Gender Addiction Self-Image Relationships Among others.
My approach to Mental Health Counseling is to view the client as expert in their own life. I do not play the role of expert in my client's lives. I do, however act as a guide, advocate, educator, and support person. What I will do is attempt to see your issues from your perspective and your view of the world. I work within the framework of Person-Centered Therapy, which focuses on the client being the expert, Existential Therapy, which focuses on behavior and looks at how the client thinks, feels, and behaves and the impact they have on others.

Allied Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA-MFT, CC(Cert, Couns)
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Currently accepting new clients. Arguing over money? Communication? Unmotivated
teenager
? Infidelity? We've got your back. We help you resolve conflict in kind, loving ways that build your relationship. We help couples find their love again, and teach teenagers adult life skills, with humor and sensitivity. LauraMaery is a marriage and family therapist, certified counselor, and best-selling author with degrees in law, finance, and family counseling. She provides proven communication and financial planning tools, and helps couples focus on the big picture.
Not accepting new clients

In It Together Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Is your anxiety or past trauma getting in the way of your relationships, well being or parenting? I am a trauma and attachment informed therapist that specializes in trauma, parenting,
adolescent
behavioral issues and ADHD. I offer free phone consultations so call today to see if I can be of service to you and your family.

David Flack
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP
Verified
Verified
These days, I meet exclusively with
adolescent
guys, trans youth, and young adult males addressing a variety of concerns.
Welcome! My name's David Flack. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Substance Use Disorders Professional. For over two decades, I’ve provided counseling to adolescents and young adults with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and histories of trauma. I can help you, too. Together, we'll make choices about what to change, identify behaviors to leave behind, and develop the insight and skills needed for the journey ahead.
Not accepting new clients

Theresa Strutynski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MHP
Verified
Verified
I believe that your connection with others and focusing on your own emotions, thoughts, and behaviors is essential for good mental health. I believe that productive therapy for couples, children, adults and families requires active and consistent involvement, honesty, and openness to change. I utilize humanistic, strength-based, multi-cultural, client centered, and emotionally focused views for clients needing assistance with relationship problems, mood disorders,
teen
and adolescence issues, and trauma.

Thom Thornsberry Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CHT
Verified
Verified
Adolescent
issues of depression and anxiety impact families today like never before.
We are truly living in troubled times, globally and personally. Many of us find ourselves fluctuating between feelings of anxiety and/or depression. At 67 years old, I’ve spent nearly half my life – 35 years – as a Marriage and Family Therapist/Psychotherapist. Adding Hypnotherapy to my practice has been a game changer, and that, along with friends, colleagues, and many clients, I’ve learned ways of managing my thinking and thereby managing my emotions. This is what I do in my private practice and I can help you to do the same.

Joon Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Some of the emotional dis-regulation we see in adolescence is the
teen
figuring out how to express themselves, in their own unique way, with their peers, their family, and in terms of social justice. Teens want to be understood, to be accepted, however they often do not want to work hard to help you understand them.

Lauren McKee
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CN, RYT
Verified
Verified
Do you struggle with an inner voice that tells you that you are failing or not enough? Is it difficult to identify what you want? Do you consistently prioritize others over yourself? We live in a world that bombards us with messages about who has value and who does not. We are told “just try harder” and things will change. My clients come to therapy because despite a commitment to this hustle for worth, they remain dissatisfied. They feel stuck and resonate with the idea of putting their life on hold until they lose the weight, get the promotion, etc. Many say they are ready for something different but aren't sure where to start.

Christina Salguero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about supporting young folks and adults who are struggling with interpersonal conflict, major life transitions, trauma, anxiety and depression. I offer solution-focused therapy for the individual that is ready to increase self acceptance, enhance personal relationships and strengthen their emotional wellness.
Changes in Action
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MAC, CDP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am very interactive with my clients. I incorporate both dydactic work as well as experiential assignments. I use the Brief Therapy model and I believe in "working myself out of job" with clients i.e. short term work, hard-hitting and then people need to move on into the universe using the skills/techniques taught and used in therapy. I am actively involved in the therapy process and I hold a high bar i.e. I want my clients to be and do the best that they can do/be. I love to work on codepency issues, relationshiop issues & self-care.
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Wyatt M Lynch
Pre-Licensed Professional, Intern
Verified
Verified
As a compassionate and empathetic counselor, I am passionate about working with older adolescents and younger adults navigating the challenges of this transitional stage of life. I understand this can be a time of significant change, uncertainty, and self-discovery. I am committed to providing helpful ways for my clients to explore their emotions, identify their strengths, and overcome their challenges. I strive to help my clients develop the skills and tools necessary to achieve their goals, build meaningful relationships, and lead fulfilling lives.

Dream Life Out Loud, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
Dream Life Out Loud, PLLC, is a Black woman owned/led virtual mental health practice offering collaborative care across family systems - ranging from individuals, couples, youth, and families. We specialize in trauma-informed, evidenced-based, integrative approaches for healing, wellness, and fulfillment while serving a diverse range of clients from varying socioeconomic, racial, and other demographic backgrounds. The center of our work is advancement of holistic wellness; tapping into ancestral insights of power, spiritual attunement, and mental health approaches rooted in evidence-based research.
Waitlist for new clients

Robert L Manaway Sr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, PhD, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
I believe that individuals possess the power to change, and that it is my role to help you become aware of how to understand and utilize that power. This philosophy of empowerment accepts the individual as the driving force in change. Further, this approach brings about effective long-term results, when individuals discover how to utilize their own inner strengths and gifts rather than having to rely on others for solutions to life's challenging circumstances. I believe empowerment is a gift for life. I look forward to helping clients reach their goals.

Seeking Calmness Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MHP, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Currently accepting new clients. I believe everyone has a special story to share and it would be my honor to hear it. My goal is to create a safe, warm, and comfortable space for individuals to share their story. This space is non-judgmental and focuses on creating meaningful experiences through therapeutic processes.

T. Williams Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, MHP
Verified
Verified
I am a Christian Therapist who believes that every life has value and everyone deserves to find their "happy" place. I currently have a private practice in Renton Washington, with over 8 years experience working with individuals from all walks of life. As a graduate of City University of Seattle, I specializing in adult and childhood trauma providing clients opportunities to reclaim their lives. I also assist clients who may be suffering from the following issues: cultural & life transitions such as relocation and new employment/geo-cultural adjustments, grief & loss, depression, anxiety, and stress management.

Grayson Lein
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
I greatly enjoy working with young and/or emerging adults, working professionals, differently-abled individuals, and any or all intersections of the above. While I specialize in working with the above populations, you do not need to be a member of any of those identities to seek counseling from me. I love working with clients to introduce ways of understanding their problems from a biological standpoint, and to discover effective methods of coping with challenges. When we understand how you experience the perception of a problem in the moment, we can work together to meet your desired outcomes.

Taliah Good
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ATR-P
Verified
Verified
I help teens and adults individually, and in groups, work through challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, personal growth/balance and life transitions. Rather than seeing you as a diagnosis, I view your mental health on a spectrum of normal behavior; it's often the case you move into imbalance because of overwhelming and difficult circumstances. Within a therapeutic environment that's unique to you, my intention is to support your natural resilience become your potential wellness.

Alisha Genetin
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I work with children, teens, and young adults struggling with body image, eating disorders, self acceptance, building and maintaining strong, meaningful connections, and creating a life worth living. I offer skill building, as well as process oriented sessions. Together we will learn more about the underlying factors contributing to the struggles that you are facing. I will work at a pace that feels comfortable and safe, and also push you to explore parts of yourself that you may be avoiding.

Sarah Kardelen
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
You may be feeling that the strands of your life are unraveling and you want to make sense of it all. My private practice, Tapestry Therapy, is founded upon the belief that your life is like a tapestry, consisting of strands of stories that have been woven together to make one larger story. Our story is part of the larger tapestry of our family, race, culture, country and world. Through the work of therapy, we come to understand our stories and be empowered to decide how we will write future chapters. I utilize process therapy and Lifespan Integration, which is a somatic therapy, to help my clients reach their goals.
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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.