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
Lori K. Shaw, M.S. LPC earned her undergraduate degree in Education from North Texas State University and her master's degree in Counseling from East Texas State University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Texas certified school counselor and teacher. Lori has spent the majority of her career in the school setting. Having worked with students and families in all school levels, she ...
Currently I'm the primary therapist for all female adult trauma unit, inpatient psy. hospital where we help people in crisis & to transition back home w/ healthy coping skills, strategies and support systems. I also work with Philadelphia school system in facilitating dance movement therapy session with children on the spectrum ages 7-9. In my private practice I continue to work in the area of...
I am a licensed mental health counselor. My focus is grief and loss counseling. This area is suited to me having experienced loss in my own life. While we all face loss in our lives, very few of us know how to handle it. Perhaps you grew up in a home where you did not talk about feelings. You kept those private and went about your business. However, you may be finding that keeping silent does n...
We all face joys and challenges in life. We all have to balance our jobs or school, relationships, our physical and mental health, our finances, our internal struggles, as well as maneuvering through our external world. As we go through this journey called life, sometimes our lives become unbalance and we feel like we are not making any forward progress. Sometimes we need a helping hand to...
My style is loving, non-judgmental, and creative. My role is to help empower you to change. I do this by uncovering unconscious mechanisms that drive your current issues. Unconscious material comes into focus by our discussing your past relationships and life events. You will take an active role in therapy by looking inward. As your therapist I will assist you by promoting honesty,...
The side of you people see is polished and put together, but you don't always feel that way on the inside. Sometimes you worry about things you shouldn't worry about and that worry takes over and makes it hard for you to cope. We can work together to help you recognize your strengths in a world where you are constantly confronted with negativity. I provide a safe and comfortable space to explor...
Wildflowers are often planted by harsh circumstances. Yet, they find a way to bloom and flourish wherever they may land. You can, too. My focus is to help adults, children, adolescents, and families heal, grow, and become aware of their inner strengths. I believe in providing supportive, collaborative treatment that is informed by my belief in healing, resiliency, and the power that each of us...
I am certified in EMDR and working towards EMDRIA certification. I often also utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I enjoy providing therapy to individuals and families. I provide a safe supportive and non-judgmental environment. I encourage my clients to be comfortable, open, and honest. Together, in a casual and comfortable environment, we identify and approach life's challenges and set...
My natural approach to people is very humanistic. A central value of mine is being compassionate, non-judgmental and accepting towards others. I value genuineness, warmth and kindness when connecting with my clients. I believe in the critical role of the relationship between myself and the client, because in my opinion this is the primary mechanism of change. Only in the presence of a caring, s...
I have a true passion for helping people experience health and wellness in their relationships and in their lives overall. I believe that when our relationships are healthy, we create an environment that allows us to live more freely and more openly share ourselves with others. I understand the loneliness that develops when partners lose their close connection to each other and how frustrating ...
I work with clients to explore how connections with family, friends, partners, and larger societal structures shape who they are and how they relate to others in order to promote change, understanding, and healing in their lives. My therapeutic approach integrates relational cultural therapy with interpersonal, emotion-focused, and mindfulness-based techniques. I also aim to be flexible, adjust...
I know that you’re looking for someone supportive and accepting, so I approach therapy from a place of understanding and kindness. Starting therapy and exploring the most important parts of your life is a difficult process and it matters to me to create a safe and personal connection with people so that you look forward to coming to sessions. My approach is non-judgmental and insightful, and I’...
**As of August 2020, I am unable to accept new clients.** I have over ten years of clinical experience working with toddlers, children, adolescents, and young adults of various abilities. I assist clients who may struggle with difficult situations to identify and practice strengths and skills in order to reach their personal goals. I support clients with the help of a unique co-facilitator: a...
Do you find that you regularly battle with your body and brain? Second guessing what to say, ashamed of your body, and judgmental of your thoughts? Do you utilize food to avoid emotionally or to force your body into a different look? Is trauma impacting your relationships? You are not alone. Health is not a static place to achieve that defines who you are as a person, rather it is a continuum w...
Hi I’m Diane Braman! I’ve provided therapy for the past 20 years specializing in work with adults, and children, adolescents and their families. In these days of the Coronavirus many of you might be struggling to manage day to day with the MANY increased stressors in our lives (ex. work stress, parenting & coping with children). For some, the current stress might be exacerbating problems in way...
