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
Dr. Carney provides forensic services, psychological evaluation and consultation. Child custody, parenting capacity, disability, pre-employment, personal injury, and criminal evaluations constitute his day-to-day practice. Child custody evaluations and Parental Fitness are common referrals. Also, work product reviews of other evaluations are conducted. Assessments may pertain to capacity to car...
I believe in the importance of creating a space where you can process the challenges in your life. When life feels too overwhelming and you can't seem to keep up, or you have lost your motivation, I will help you find your inner strength and confidence to manage and move forward. We will work together to identify the burdens you are confronted with and explore what it takes to truly own your...
The days are blurring together. There’s a pressure in your chest that won’t go away. It’s hard to breathe because you are so overwhelmed. You see everything that’s not working but feel out of control. Distracting yourself with friends, alcohol, exercise, etc. used to work. Now, you’re stuck at home, unable to distract yourself for long. You hate who you are. Up to this point, you were surviving...
You’ve been managing many changes throughout your life so far. For some reason, this transition is harder. You’ve tried coping in ways that you did in the past, yet this time they're not working and you’re struggling. You want to confidently navigate life since your life has changed. You want to feel assured that you can be able to meet new challenges when they come. Counseling can help you to...
Family can be a source of joy and strength but can also be chaotic and overwhelming at times. I know that life transitions and big events can be challenging for individuals and that sometimes having an outside resource to talk to can be helpful. If you are struggling to start a family, dealing with pregnancy/postpartum related mental health concerns, pursuing kinship care/foster care/adoption, ...
I have 26 years of experience as a somatic (body) focused psychotherapist specializing in shock and developmental trauma, attachment and relationship issues. I treat individuals and couples with a compassionate and integrated approach that honors your innate wisdom and gently takes you beyond difficulties and into your wholeness. I've been a Somatic Experiencing (SE) Practitioner for over 16 ye...
Choosing a therapist for yourself or a family member can understandably be a very difficult decision. Reading bios and looking at photographs of therapists can be helpful, but I believe it is essential that you feel as comfortable as possible before committing to working with any therapist. Without commitment or fee, I invite those interested in therapy to speak on the phone or meet with me in ...
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS-MATERNITY LEAVE (AUG-DEC 2020). At some point in our lives we can feel lost, sad, and/or anxious and could use an objective person to help us through. I work collaboratively to assist clients in gaining the coping and communication skills to improve their overall wellbeing and relationships. I offer both long-term and short-term treatment which is based off o...
I use an integrative treatment approach using research-informed psychotherapy practices to address: *emotional, relationship, and communication issues *anxiety, panic, and stress management *depression and mood management *cultural and diversity issues including acculturative stress *mental health needs for communities of color and the LGBTQ community *gender identity, gender expression, and...
Have you acknowledged that you have a problem and are now seeking help? When you talk to family or friends, do you feel like you are not being heard? I believe that the first step in the healing process for any issue is to be "heard" and have someone to listen to you. I provide a safe place for individuals, families, parents, and couples to speak and begin the healing process. My goal is to...
Annie is a native of Northwest Iowa and has been serving children, adults, and families in the area for the past ten years. Annie holds a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Northern Iowa. She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker in the state of Iowa and a Registered Play Therapist. Annie specializes in working with obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, eating disorders,...
As a Psychologist and Founder of Rockville Therapy Center LLC and Confident Kids Camp-DC Metro for Selective Mutism, I work with ages 3+ whose lives are affected by Selective Mutism and other Anxiety Disorders, Tics and Tourette's, OCD, and habits, such as hair pulling and nail biting. Treatment sessions are held in individual, family, group, and intensive therapy formats. I engage in ongoing...
I specialize in working with children and families who have experienced trauma. I have been trained in child-centered play therapy including sand tray therapy. My counseling style is an eclectic approach blending Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, and Client-Centered therapy. I also have advocacy experience in helping families locate and utilize resources necessary for...
Is life leaving you feeling anxious, directionless, or in need of support or guidance? I hear you. It might even seem like you’ve tried everything you know only to feel more confused or stuck than before. Suppose you could find a way through this, guided by your strongest and most true self. I’m here to walk with you through an empowering journey of self-exploration and growth to transform anxi...
