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
Everyone wants a space where they can be real and vulnerable. I create such a space where there is room for laughter, swearing, tears, and whatever else you carry with you. It all belongs here. I want to be here for you, no matter where you are. I believe the most powerful therapeutic modality is the relationship between clinician and client and I will strive to make sure that our relationship ...
The experiences and interactions we have throughout our lifetime can have an impact on our well-being, thoughts, relationships and decision making. As we begin to understand our thoughts, emotions and behaviors we may be able to face life challenges in more effective ways. At times, attempting to understand ourselves without any support can feel confusing or exhausting. In therapy sessions, I w...
You hurt when your child hurts. As their parent, you just want to ease their pain. Being unable to do this can be heart-breaking but also frustrating and exhausting. Communication can require so much energy. Sometimes those efforts even cause conflict between you and your child. These times are confusing and difficult for everyone in the home. Children, teens, and young adults face a variety of...
My areas of focus and expertise address healing from trauma, family conflict, anxiety, depression, anger, adjustment challenges, and mindfulness. My dedicated work with children, adolescents, and adults, has served to reinforce my goal of holistically improving the lives of my clients. My job as a therapist is to support and empower you to reach your own goals within the context of a safe and...
Collaboration, clarity, consistency and compassion are the framework for the relationship that is formed with my clients. I will walk alongside you and provide a space for you to gain clarity, in order to establish goals that will help you move forward leading to positive change. Together we will create a plan that will provide the opportunity for a deeper understanding of self, a clear purpose...
I believe that all individuals can benefit from counseling, regardless of what life phase they are in. I use an eclectic approach that allows me to tailor the counseling experience to my client’s needs. It is my goal to work with you to discover the root of the core issue and develop interventions that will allow growth and healing. During the counseling process I want my clients to feel like a...
One of the most important things when establishing a therapeutic relationship is to foster a healing environment for clients and to allow clients to bring their full selves into a space. Counseling is a life changing experience, and to soak in all the benefits of being vulnerable and transparent, it is vital that you feel safe and secure. As a therapist, I welcome you to bring your full self in...
You are the person that people often describe as intelligent, resourceful, humorous, well-liked, talented; an individual that accomplishes whatever they set out to do. You strive to excel at whatever you take on & some may even call you a perfectionist. You can't seem to understand why, or how, you continue to feel stuck, overwhelmed, tense, or perhaps, even sad or hopeless. The facts suggest y...
Dr. Jacey Keeney, Postdoctoral Fellow, earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science, with an emphasis on Health Psychology. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at Penn Medicine, in the Princeton Center for Eating Disorders. Dr. Keeney specializes in treating children, adolescents, young adults, and athletes struggling with eating disorder...
I Love working with children and families because I feel that the family is so important in the development of children. Helping kids to have a better home life or helping improve their transition during a divorce, a recent move, or a new school environment is an important part of my practice. I also enjoy working with adults to help them achieve their best life. I use an eclectic approach that...
With 40 years of experience treating children and adolescents, I help families anticipate and navigate the struggles of growing up. When families face divorce, trauma, moving homes or school districts, or simply want to stay on a healthy track, I work with children and their parents to confront challenges and create solutions. I promote positive social and emotional development, and believe in...
Life can be really overwhelming, especially for teens. Peer pressure, rigorous academic schedules, and social media all add to the already confusing life of a teen. I have 10+ years of experience working with teens in a supportive, caring and validating therapeutic environment. Raising a healthy, happy teenager has to involve a team of caring individuals, it can not be done alone, therefore I...
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” I love this saying. It makes the unreachable seem reachable--if even one small step at a time. As long as you’re making a step--no matter how small--in the right direction, you’re making progress. If you continue long enough, you will see a difference. I use this approach, coupled with solution-focused therapy, in how I work with client...
Tired of feeling stuck, misunderstood, & disconnected? Get help today! I am part of Foundations Family Life Counseling and Consulting (FFLCC). At FFLCC we focus on topics such as life adjustments, depression, anxiety, relationship / family issues, and trauma. We specialize in trauma and childhood attachment issues, working to resolve big or little traumas or negative experiences which tend to...
