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
Thank you for visiting my Psychology Today profile. I am a licensed clinical psychologist serving the greater San Diego area. I work primarily with those experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, grief/loss, and life transitions. I employ an eclectic therapeutic approach drawing upon a number of different healing modalities and traditions to fit your unique...
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Kimberly Prendergast, MA, LMFT has been assisting children, adolescents and families in crisis for over 20 years. She strongly believes in the power of hope and principles of recovery for the treatment of mental illness and substance use disorders. Her experience includes providing support to those navigating the criminal justice and educational systems as well as treatment within an inpatient...
I love hearing people's stories and one of my greatest joys is walking with people in their every day stories to find hope, health and healing. I've heard it said that your calling finds you, you don't find it and this is true in my case. I have been sitting with people from all walks of life for over 30 years now and I have been blessed by each and every one of them. I believe each individual ...
No one experiences life and it's challenges in the same way, and I am here to help. I want to hear your story and support the changes you are ready to make. I have over ten years experience with diverse clientele, however I specialize in helping young women cope with life changes and transitions, learning how to manage anxiety, and helping those whom have experienced negative or traumatic...
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Our life is a difficult journey at times. Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Is your child is facing academic, social, or behavioral issues at home or at school? I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. The goal is not to perfect or make problems go away, but rather ...
Welcome! Congratulations on beginning the first steps on your therapeutic journey. My professional training, personal background and personality allow me to offer a non-judgmental and empathic professional relationship to help guide you to the path of greater emotional and mental health. I completed a Master's in Integral Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies. ...
A Better You LCSW will listen to each client's specific needs and tailor the therapeutic process to provide the most beneficial, effective, and enjoyable experience possible. We offer a wide array of services to ensure personal growth, a better quality of life, and a happier you! My various experience includes but is not limited to working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with...
I approach counseling differently depending on the client. I develop a plan according to a perspective that will best accomplish their goals. This is done with open and honest communication between myself and the client. I strive to maintain a safe, nonjudgmental place that clients can feel unconditionally accepted. I often ask clients to complete tasks between sessions to practice skills learn...
As a therapist, I enjoy the opportunity to offer a safe space for support towards healing. I work with adolescents, young adults and adults on issues such as eating disorders, body image, anxiety, depression and stress management. Due to my own experiences as both a performing artist and college athlete I especially enjoy working with other artists or athletes who may be struggling with...
