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
Are you looking for a positive change in life? Take the first step and give me a call. From our first interaction, I'll encourage you to identify your personal goals to help guide your therapy. I strive to provide a warm, open, and non-judging environment to help you progress. I work from a solution focused/strengths based approach drawing heavily from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy,...
Are you struggling with finding your path in life? Is it possible that you are awakening and trying to understand this journey that you've embarked on? There is a definite shift that has occurred in 2020 and this change can be scary. The journey itself can be even more daunting especially when unsure of which path is right for you. Whether this new path is working towards forgiveness, grief, th...
I remember many years ago, while in graduate school, a professor stating that the client may not remember the therapist's words but will remember the connection or alliance that was forged. This statement speaks to the fact that fundamentally it is the working relationship which drives change. Therefore, it is extremely important that you find a therapist who strives to "get you." As your...
Your life has purpose, and as a mother, it is easy to lose sight of that purpose that gave you so much joy in the past. It is my goal to walk alongside you to help you regain your sense of purpose in life and find hope for the future. I believe that our relationship is the foundation for the counseling process and will seek to strengthen it by providing a relaxed, compassionate, and non-judgmen...
Dealing with stress and trauma causes problems. You can be calm one moment, and then irritable, sad, upset in the next. It's an emotional rollercoaster that leaves you feeling guilty, full of shame, and wanting to get out of the cycle that you feel you've been stuck in for years. You want to treat your kids with the love you have for them. You want to have an amazing intimate relationship with...
Over the years I have had the privilege to help individuals and families dealing with a range of problems, including trauma, grief and loss, addiction, mood disorders, anxiety, self-esteem and identity issues, and relationship difficulties, to name I few. I also provide psychological assessments for children and adolescents. I particularly specialize in assessing for Autism, learning and...
If you are someone who is seeking support and guidance, I am here to help. My work as a psychologist takes a collaborative and supportive approach. I specialize in working with children, teens, and parents to create the changes they want to make, to help them reach their goals, and to help them build a happy and healthy life. When you come in for your first session, we will identify together yo...
The alliance formed between a client and psychotherapist is a key factor in the success of treatment. I believe that every client is unique and as such strive to offer an individualized approach to therapy. My clinical approach is based on a combination of psychotherapy models that help clients gain insight into their problems and expand their coping skills. My clientele include adults and...
**I am not accepting new clients at this time** Holly M. Taylor, MA, LPC serves the Chapin, Irmo, Lexington and Greater Columbia areas. I am passionate about the counseling journey and find it an honor to come along side individuals, couples and families to help them navigate their concerns and begin living their lives fully present. My goal is to provide a safe and trusting environment where...
I believe in an honest-common sense approach that helps you to feel positive and hopeful during life's difficult situations. What stresses you the most at this time? In a non-judgmental and calming atmosphere we can discuss these bumps in the road and learn ways to reduce this stress. The importance of therapy is to help you become as confident as possible mentally, physically and spiritually s...
The journey of self-awareness is one of the most important - and often one of the most emotional - you will undertake. In order to foster your growth we may look at areas of your life - past and present - that are highly sensitive. Also, remember as you grow you will change and your relationships with those around you will most likely also change. Change is not always comfortable, but I will be...
I help people that are feeling anxious and depressed, feel less anxious and depressed. Your mind replays the past and dwells on the future, sending you into panic or making it hard to get out of bed. Your stomach is queasy, your neck is tight, and you feel like you can never quite relax. It feels like others don't see or trust the challenges you face and the effort you actually put in to just g...
We all reach moments of crisis in our lives when situations become too complicated or overwhelming to work through independently. Whether these times are related to an acutely stressful life event or a more subtle shifting of circumstances, I hope to provide my clients with the tools and guidance to work through these difficult moments. I understand that getting to therapy is often an intimidat...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, providing counseling and psychotherapy to individuals and couples. My role as therapist is to utilize the therapeutic relationship to foster self-awareness, growth, and change. I approach my work from an Integrative Theoretical Perspective that is holistic and client-centered in approach. Although I draw from a wide range of theoretical perspectives, I a...
My approach is based on a strong foundation in psychodynamic psychotherapy, and is further augmented by more pragmatic approaches. I aim to help individuals set out on a path toward progress illuminated by insight while armed with practical tools. I help individuals identify how they tend to perceive themselves and others, manage their feelings, and cope with problems--and appreciate how their...
