Schooling can be a tumultuous time for children and adolescents as they develop as individuals while growing their intellect, social skills, and peer interactions. Children and adolescents may run into various problems in school, including learning disabilities, bullying, anxiety, depression, unhealthy relationships, drugs, and alcohol. When parents feel their child is struggling, they may choose to have them engage in counseling.
Available Treatment Options
Counseling interventions for school issues vary. Therapists work with children, parents, and other health professionals to determine an individual treatment plan. The plan may also include speech-language therapy or skills training for cognitive disabilities or neurodiversity, substance use treatment for drug and alcohol problems, or cognitive and behavioral interventions for anxiety, depression, or peer issues.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With School Issues
I recognize the decision to begin or return to therapy can be rather challenging. For many of us, processing pain and trauma is often avoided until a crisis arises, feelings become too unbearable, or life seems unmanageable. Therapy requires courage, strength, and trust in yourself & in your therapist. As such, regardless of where you are in your process, I will meet you there. I believe that t...
Collaboration is the key to my therapeutic style. My clients value the strong relationship we create together and appreciate feeling supported with compassion and kindness. My calm demeanor promotes a healthy therapeutic relationship where clients feel safe processing difficult issues. I incorporate several approaches to therapy including; psychodynamic, existential, family systems,...
People come to see me when they feel STUCK. With this, my clients often feel frustrated, sad, empty, anxious and/or angry too much of the time. The complaint I hear a lot is feeling as if the life you want will never happen because the issues you face seem unmanageable. My therapy sessions provide a safe space where together we can examine how you got to where you are with the goal being to get...
Deciding to seek therapy takes courage and finding the right therapist can be a challenge. I believe that finding the right fit for you is essential in your journey to being the best version of yourself. My goal is to create a safe, calming, and genuine space for all my clients. I have over 20 yrs experience working with diverse populations of every age group. My experience involves working in...
Are you dealing with a child who does not listen and quickly becomes unmanageable? Are you concerned about a child's emotional well-being or how their behavior impacts your family life? I am able to support you via video therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home. I can coach extremely effective parenting solutions via video therapy to support you and your child. I have a great deal ...
Is your child having frequent tantrums, showing defiance, or having difficulty regulating their emotions? Are you experiencing difficulty interacting or connecting with your child? Is your child experiencing behavioral difficulties at school? Adults and children communicate and interact with the world very differently. As, a parent, it can become very overwhelming and even frustrating at times ...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! I believe that the counselor-client relationship is the cornerstone to treatment success. A key feature of my work is collaborating with clients to help them explore barriers in a respectful, non-judgmental, warm and caring environment. I strive to build trust and create a safe space for them to embark upon this exploration. I take the time to learn about clients from e...
My ideal client is someone who feels we are a great therapeutic fit and team. I welcome a client who is honest, open, receptive, enjoys being challenged, and is motivated to improve on their wellbeing, however that looks for the client. I welcome a variety of issues and needs that are within my professional means of helping. I suggest client goals to be developed under a SMART format and encour...
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. I believe that working to build or rebuild a relationship with yourself will help build better relationships with others, as well as, improving other major areas in your life. In addition, I work on building communication skills and understanding communication styles that will furth...
Limiting self beliefs, broken communication patterns, nonexistent self-esteem, and unclear personal goals will affect the decisions you make and the actions you take. After working with hundreds of clients, I know what it takes to get real sustainable growth. My approach uses psychology, mindfulness, and coaching, for new perspectives that will create a sustainable framework for real lasting...
I am a graduate of the University of Colorado with specialized training in traumatic stress and addiction. As a therapist I believe that symptoms resulting from stressful life experiences can be treated using validated scientific interventions. Addiction can often accompany traumatic stress. In an effort to cope, individuals frequently find themselves trapped by the comforting yet costly effect...
Are you struggling with body dysmorphia, negative body image, or a unhealthy relationship with food or exercise? Are you struggling with an eating disorder? I believe recovery is possible and I work alongside my clients to help them heal from their eating disorder. I have 12 years of clinical experience, both in inpatient and outpatient settings. I work with all forms of the illness, including...
From early on, I have found a passion for helping individuals navigate their way out of the darkness they feel trapped in. As human beings, we make mistakes and encounter situations that can seem impossible to navigate. To achieve greatness, the only thing that's needed is the tools to succeed and the desire to do so, regardless of the circumstances, diagnoses, or societal cages that may surrou...
Are you are battling with feelings of inadequacy? Struggling with depression, anxiety, or addiction? Maybe having relationships are a challenge for you. The pressure of the Bay area or unmet expectations can sometimes make us feel hopeless and tired. Change can be difficult. At times like this, I could be helpful to you. What I provide, may get you on the path for long lasting healing. I strive...
