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 am a staff member at the Trauma Institute & Child Trauma Institute, where we use research-supported trauma healing therapies to help people overcome issues such as depression, anxiety, phobia, addiction, grief, anger, and more. By decreasing distress, folks tend to experience improved performance at work or school as well as decreased interpersonal difficulties and problem behaviors. The goal...
In addition to working on social skills and behavior management with clients and their families, Sarah has extensive experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, art therapy and play therapy to help children who've been diagnosed with anxiety, depression, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and oppositional defiant disorder. Empowering children to navigate...
Counseling can appear to be overwhelming and intimidating. However it does not have to be this way. As we seek validation and acceptance in our lives, there are certain paths that we must take to find them. I believe one of the most important things is for people to learn how to get along with other important people in their lives, such as friends, spouses, siblings, relatives, co-workers, etc....
I'm passionate about helping people overcome trauma, depression, anxiety and other obstacles so that they can lead their best lives and thrive. I am comfortable working with adolescents and adults on issues relating to depression and anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse, disordered eating, family relationships, gender identity, and complicated grief. Sometimes the strategies we developed to manage...
I believe that everyone is unique and deserves a therapeutic approach that will meet their needs. I have worked hard in creating a personalized approach to therapy which allows each person to be the center and go through their journey at their pace. A dedicated Play room, allows children to explore and process at their level through play and creativity. With Teenagers, my focus is on their skil...
You are an everyday ordinary person having everyday ordinary problems with life.. Stress and how effectively you deal with it makes for a happy or unhappy life. There are so many manifestations of stress that can be problematic . This is where I come into the picture to help you deal more effectively with that stress no matter what it is. Seemly every problem in life has it's roots in stress:...
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to read a bit about me. I recently moved to the Sarasota area and I am excited to start practicing in this area. I have been working in behavioral health for 10 years. I have extensive experience diagnosing and treating individuals with autistic spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety disorders, social skills deficits, mood disorders, and learning disabilities...
I enjoy helping people grow into their full potential. I believe the individual has within themselves the ability to live their best life but often times needs someone to coach them through obstacles. My approach to therapy is best described as eclectic and systematic. Everyone is different so no one treatment fits all and often times obstacles are complex. I consider it an honor to counsel and...
I truly believe in chemistry. Too often, clients may leave a therapeutic relationship prematurely because they don't feel like they are making adequate progress or they get the sense that the therapist doesn't feel as though they are committed to change. Like in any significant relationship, I believe in "goodness of fit." I trust that you will know with whom you feel comfortable and you should...
All of our lives have been drastically impacted by the crisis the world is going through. There is increased fear surrounding all of the unknowns. Like a lot of people, you may be feeling lost, anxious, and uncertain. Even if you and your loved ones are safe, being at home 24-7 with your family brings extra stress outside the norm, while living alone could feel isolating and lonely. If you’re...
I love being a therapist and helping individuals develop a deeper understanding of, and connection to, themselves and others. I value building a strong therapeutic relationship based on acceptance, trust, and empathic understanding, where individuals feel safe, heard, valued and empowered to heal and make the positive changes for which they desire. I use a variety of methods in my work, includi...
Our practice provides psychological assessments for children and adolescents. Through testing, families can obtain answers to specific questions about their child's mental health needs in order to guide next steps for treatment. Children who benefit most from testing are those who may qualify for a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, have symptoms of ADHD, and/or have been struggling to make...
I have observed the therapeutic effects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) on depression and have developed an extensive repertoire of behavioral tactics for its treatment. The worst thing about depression is that it makes us feel as if there is no hope for ever getting out of it. In fact, it's a very treatable disorder. CBT uses logic, reasoning, and goal setting to dig ourselves out of...
Hablo Español. Are you having a tough time with your adolescent? Everything you have tried just isn't working and you need something to change because your family can't keep going like this? Maybe you are an adult and you are feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed and you too need something to change. My clients are families, youth, individuals seeking relief and healing from painful circumstance...
