Teen violence includes physical harm or threats of harm or violence among youth and adolescents. Teen violence can occur in the school setting, in the context of gangs, within a family, or even among peers. Teen violence can lead to trouble with the law, physical injury, and emotional disturbances.
Available Treatment Options
If one or two teens are particularly prone to violence, they may benefit from individual counseling to address any issues that lead to outbursts. Violent teens may also benefit from group counseling or inpatient programs, where they can receive more timely care and treatment for their behavioral issues from therapists and counselors. Treatment may include medication, counseling for aggression, and even mindfulness techniques that help youth cope with stress.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Teen Violence
Does your child have problems regulating his or her emotions? Do they go from 0-100 in no time and are they prone to frequent behavioral and emotional outbursts? Have you noticed a change in him or her? Are you concerned that your child might be unhappy? I offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensit...
Are you feeling lost or unable to figure out your next best step? Seeking professional help can be overwhelming, so let me walk beside you through this process. I believe the most important part of therapy is establishing a trusting relationship between the therapist and client. I aspire to create a safe and validating environment throughout our sessions. We will start by developing a greater...
Relationships are at the core of our being. They enrich our daily lives, fuel new experiences, and are one of the most important ways we come to know ourselves. All of us feel the need to belong and connect with others; we strive to be accepted in ways that feel genuine, meaningful and satisfying. Unhealthy relationships can take their toll, but good relationships improve all aspects of life,...
If you find yourself experiencing worry or conflict in your life or are a parent of a child or teen who is struggling, I may be able to help. I have worked with kids and families for over 20 years in public and non-profit settings in addition to private practice. It is my experience that when there is a crisis, it gives us the opportunity to create change in our world. I provide counseling and...
( English | español ) Clients and Colleagues recommend me for my exceptional ability to connect, understand and show compassion, resulting in positive outcomes. For over 20 years, I have promoted mental health, personal growth and wellness in children, adolescents and adults so they can achieve their full potential. I encourage and support my clients while preparing them with the necessary tool...
Helping individuals, couples, and families be all that they were intended to be through healing, restoring, improving relationships and emotional health. Nikki Pinkley, MS, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor who obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from College of the Ozarks and her Master's of Science Degree in Counseling Psychology from Evangel University. She specializes in...
As a licensed clinical social worker, I provide services that empower adults, children, and adolescents to reach their fullest potential. I provide therapy to youth and families with various life issues using holistic and solution focused therapeutic methods. I believe that a holistic approach and a focus on the whole person is essential in working through life's challenges. I work collaborativ...
I believe in the importance of building the therapeutic relationship in order to provide you with a healthy environment that is conducive to inspiring change. I have a warm and creative approach in counseling that utilizes empathy, humor, and your own strengths and personal preferences. It is important to me that I address the mind, body, and spirit, allowing the therapeutic process of healing ...
I have found that my clients gain the deepest rewards when we work through difficult and dynamic issues. I work with adolescents, adults, families, and couples. We all grow and evolve through our life. There are times we struggle through a transition and our time together will incorporate your existing strengths with therapy-enhanced skills that we create together. I have developed strong...
***Not currently accepting new clients. Feel free to reach out with questions.*** I am passionate about helping you find your happiness in life. So often we are stuck in the past, haunted by trauma and weighed down by shame and guilt. We are not our pasts and do not have to be defined by them. I want to help you move forward by incorporating your strengths and resilience into the healing journe...
I offer a culturally-grounded therapeutic space that honors the innate healing power within you. Whether you are seeking family therapy, trauma-focused therapy, or support for your anxiety or depression, I collaborate with you to achieve your treatment goals. I believe all people, regardless of age, have an innate capacity to grow, heal, and change if they are provided a safe, supportive, and...
I received my Masters degree from Philips Graduate Institute in 2003, and have been providing services to children, couples, families, elders and adolescents in different settings such as Private Practice, hospitals, and Health Care centers. I use different approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Awareness Integration Model, Family systems and so on. Services: Life Coaching; Couple...
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of helping children, adults and families overcome personal and environmental struggles. I approach the counseling relationship in an interactive and respectful manner by assisting you to find the solution that is best for you in a safe and trusting environment. I have extensive experience and expertise in the area of individual and marita...
My ideal client is an adult or late teen/young adult, with an interest in improving and transforming their life via therapy. I focus on the whole person, contextualizing presenting problems/diagnoses within the framework of family dynamics, peer relations, trauma history, physical health, and job/school experience. That is, I don't consider it useful to assume that issues arise in a vacuum! The...
I have practiced psychology for over 40 years with a philosophy focused on interpersonal relationships. I believe that relationships are the most important thing in life--relationships with our maker, spouse, children, family, friends; and that good relationships are based on trust. Good relationships make you feel happy, productive, creative; and bad relationships make you feel sad, depressed,...
