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 truly enjoy working with clients who feel stuck and need guidance to get back on a healthy path, create a new path, or to start their journey toward whatever a good life means for them. I practice non-judgmental strength-based therapy which means, I believe you inherently have answers to your issues occurring but, sometimes these are stifled by lack of boundaries, low self-esteem, and world...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with Discovery Counseling Services, LLC, (DCS) located around the Northside of Jacksonville, Florida. My education and professional background in both the mind and the body gives me a unique and effective approach to counseling. I focus on empowering and helping individuals, couples and families overcome personal obstacles, utilizing evidenced base...
For many of us, the hardest challenge to overcome is to ask for help. If you're reading this, you've already found the courage to start becoming the best version of yourself. While as an individual you are unique, none of us are perfect and we all experience conflict, hardships, and a variety of emotions. I believe our life experiences as well as cultural background influence the way in which w...
What about when you have done everything you can, but still feel miserable! That constant yearning for "better." You do all the right things. You just can't do more! But it still isn't enough. Ugh. That's where I come in. When you want to have an amazing life, but don't know how. I have just the skills you are looking for. And I teach them in just the right way. I know this works! When I needed...
I am a licensed doctoral-level psychologist in practice for more than 25 years, working and living in four different countries, including the U.S., China, Jamaica and Botswana. I have had experience in private practice, medical settings and schools, treating the mental health issues of populations with diverse cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and languages. You have taken the first st...
The therapeutic experience should encourage one to live a more satisfying and meaningful life. Everyone has a unique journey through this world and the sum of the experiences along the way (good or bad) make us as individual. Sometimes we get lost, hit bumps, or even get overcome with a tidal wave of things that we need help getting back on our path or creating a new one. I have worked with peo...
When we experience severe life stressors or trauma, it is normal for us to feel stuck, sad, angry, withdrawn, lonely and low self-esteem. As a result, we may not live fully to our highest potential. My passions are to help my clients, adults and children heal, strengthen their ability to respond appropriately to current and future life demands. Just a few therapy sessions can significantly help...
*Not currently accepting new clients* "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." -Lao Tzu. This quote demonstrates how I view the process of change and therapy as a valuable step in a person's journey toward healing and growth. We are all often challenged by the stress and demands of life. If you find you get stuck in unhelpful patterns of behavior, debilitated by worry or fear,...
I work with people in a way that respects their dignity according to the ethical guidelines of my profession as well as the wisdom of Catholic thought. Being a Catholic therapist, however, does not mean working solely with “Catholic” individuals, couples, and families. Developing good relationships and discovering meaning and purpose are endeavors meant for everyone. Thus, I work with anyone wh...
( English | español ) When seeking mental health services one may wonder what to expect, what will the results be, and may even experience various emotions as the appointment nears. When visiting my office, the goal is for you to feel welcomed, gain additional guidance and insight so you may continue moving forward towards achieving your goals. It is one of the greatest gifts you will be giving...
Choosing to become the best version of yourself is an exciting thing! Seeking counseling is an opportunity to talk with someone in a safe, non-judgmental space. This allows you to dive deep into yourself and determine who you want to be: your most genuine self. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or you're adjusting to a big change, I would love to be the...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am Bilingual in English and Spanish. I earned my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2002. I have worked in various settings for over 25 years, working with Children and Families. I have worked in a crisis house providing crisis interventions to families on an outpatient basis. I have experience working with school counselors and psycholog...
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I strongly believe that the relationship between the therapist and the client is one of the cornerstones of a successful experience in therapy. That is why I strive to provide a safe space to share emotions and thoughts without fear of judgment. My passion is in facilitating personal growth and assisting individuals and families in overcoming challenging...
I work best with clients who want to build more meaningful lives. My work is based in helping people who feel unsatisfied or out of control to connect to themselves and move forward accordingly. The clients I work with often report feeling overwhelmed by their emotions, numb to their emotions, or some combination of the two. This emotional dysregulation tends to leave people feeling helpless or...
I imagine you're here because you feel like something needs to change. It's reassuring to know it's never too late to ignite curiosity about what's happening, develop closer, healthier family connections, and learn to assert yourself more successfully as a parent. It takes courage to let go of what's limiting you to make room for a happier life. I can support you and your child(ren) through thi...
