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Therapy for Children & Adolescents

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We want our children to achieve their highest potential and reach for their dreams. However, this isn’t always easy. Children experience distress just as adults do. 

Individual and family therapy can help kids gain important skills including identifying emotions in themselves and others; social skills to meet new friends and get along better with others at school; conflict resolution skills to manage problems at home and school; effective communication skills; anger management; and, managing anxiety effectively.

Children are our biggest joy, and we want to see our kids happy, healthy, and enjoying new life experiences each day.

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Specializing in...

managing anxiety

anger management

effective communication

conflict resolution

social skills

identifying emotion

Children often struggle to identify and express their emotions, leading to frustration or behavioral challenges. Therapy offers a space for kids to learn emotional awareness, helping them understand what they’re feeling and why. This process encourages healthy emotional expression and reduces the likelihood of acting out.

By teaching emotional awareness, therapy supports children in developing stronger emotional regulation and communication skills.

managing anxiety

anger management

effective communication

conflict resolution

identifying emotion

social skills

Developing social skills is crucial for children and adolescents as they navigate relationships at home, school, and in their communities. Therapy helps kids practice communication, empathy, and problem-solving in a supportive environment. It offers guidance on making friends, handling peer conflict, and understanding social cues.

With improved social skills, children gain confidence and build stronger, more positive connections with others.

managing anxiety

anger management

effective communication

identifying emotion

social skills

conflict resolution

Learning to resolve conflicts in a healthy manner is essential for children’s development. Therapy helps kids and teens understand the root causes of conflict and teaches them strategies for managing disagreements without resorting to anger or avoidance. It offers a space to practice patience, listening, and compromise.

By developing these skills, children experience more positive interactions at home and school, leading to healthier relationships.

managing anxiety

anger management

identifying emotion

social skills

conflict resolution

effective communication

Children and adolescents often struggle with expressing their thoughts and feelings clearly, which can lead to misunderstandings at home and school. Therapy focuses on building effective communication skills, such as active listening, assertiveness, and empathy. It provides kids with tools to articulate their needs in a way that fosters understanding and reduces frustration.

With these skills, children improve relationships with family, friends, and teachers, leading to better self-expression and understanding.

managing anxiety

identifying emotion

social skills

conflict resolution

effective communication

anger management

For many children and adolescents, anger can be overwhelming and difficult to control. Therapy offers a safe environment for kids to explore the root causes of their anger and learn healthier ways to manage it. By recognizing triggers and practicing emotional regulation techniques, children can develop better coping mechanisms for handling frustration and conflict.

By practicing emotional regulation, children learn to express anger constructively, improving their relationships at home and school.

identifying emotion

social skills

conflict resolution

effective communication

anger management

managing anxiety

Anxiety can be a significant challenge for children and adolescents, often manifesting in avoidance, irritability, or physical symptoms like stomach aches. Therapy helps kids identify the sources of their anxiety and provides tools for managing it, such as mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and cognitive reframing.

Through therapy, children gain confidence in managing their anxiety, leading to better emotional well-being and resilience.

Steps To Therapy

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initial reachout

You can reach out initially by phone or email according to your preferences. You will then receive a phone call from your therapist to discuss any questions, concerns, and details about your initial appointment. During this time, feel free to ask any questions you have in regards to therapy style, location details, or payment.

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initial appointment

During your initial appointment, you can expect to meet with the therapist to get comfortable in the space, understand the structure of the therapy, and your client rights. This initial appointment is a great time to explore long term goals and to determine if the therapeutic relationship is a good fit for you. In addition, the therapist will give you feedback on the ways in which she may be able to help support you in reaching your long term goals.  This is a collaborative process between you and the therapist.

03

continued support

At the end of your initial appointment, a consistent therapy schedule will be recommended and your future appointments set up. This can include individual therapy, family therapy, parenting support, mindfulness group, therapeutic yoga, or a combination of these will be appropriate for you.

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Rates & Insurance

self-pay

insurance

Self-pay rates different based on the therapist and type of session. Sessions will cost between $90 and $150. 

Most of our providers are in-network with most Blue Cross Blue Shield plans including Blue Value, United Healthcare/Optum, Aetna, and we are a certified provider to Tricare/Humana Military. 

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MSW, LCSW, E-RYT

Jessica King

Adults, Families, Couples
Stress Management and Burnout, Childhood Trauma, and  Chronic Illness

LCSW

Sarah Christman

Teens (15+) and Adults
Grief, Self Worth, Anxiety

lcsw

Caitlin Lafferty

Coming soon!

lcmhc, lcas

Rob Burg

Coming soon!

MSW, LCSW

Ryan McFall

Adolescents, Teens, & Adults
Life Transitions. Anxiety, Trauma

MSW, LCSW, LCAS-A

Danielle Robbins

Teens (16+) and Adults
Trauma, Substance Use Disorder

lcsw

Melissa Powell

College Students & Adults
Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Stress, and Life Changes

LCSW

Clay Gruber

Coming soon!

MSW, LCSWA

Spencer Lee

Teens (15+) and Adults
Relationships, Body Image, Disordered Eating, and People Pleasing

lcsw

Amanda Smith

Adolescents, Teens, College, & Adults
Anxiety, Health & Wellness

lcmhcs, atr-bc

Sarah Dobens

Teens and Adults
PTSD, Anxiety, Life Changes, Burnout

lcsw

Katelyn Currie

Children, Adolescents, & Teens
Trauma, Anxiety, and Behavioral Concerns

MSW, LCSW

Katherine Mullaney

Teens (16+) and Adults
Life Transitions, Perinatal Support, & Trauma 

LCSWA

Andrew Baez

Coming soon!

LCSWA

Beth Lewis

Coming soon!

MSW Intern

Casey Davidson

Adolescents, Teens, and Adults
Women's Issues, Self-Esteem

msw, lcsw

Brianna Wells

Teens (16+) and Adults
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships

LCMHCA

Erin Farmer

Teens, Adults, & Families
Domestic/Sexual Violence, Identity, Trauma

LCSW, LCAS

Krista Eudy

Adults
Workplace Trauma, Grief, Anxiety

Everyone needs help now and then. In our work together, I’ll help you explore and identify your strengths and how to implement them to reduce the influence of the problems you are facing. Asking for help can be hard, but it is a courageous action that has limitless possibilities.



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I’ve never talked to anyone. I’m used to handling things on my own. How will therapy help me?

The difference is between someone who can do something, and someone who has the training and experience to do that same thing professionally. A mental health professional can help you approach your situation in a new way– teach you new skills, gain different perspectives, listen to you without judgment or expectations, and help you listen to yourself. Furthermore, counseling is completely confidential. You won’t have to worry about others “knowing my business.” Lastly, if your situation provokes a great deal of negative emotion, and you’ve been confiding in a friend or family member, there is the risk that once you are feeling better you could start avoiding that person so you aren’t reminded of this difficult time in your life.




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What’s the difference between talking to you or my best friend or family?

A great place to start is looking through our therapist’s bios here on the website. You may also call in to our office for a free phone consultation with our administrative staff. If email is better for you, we can also discuss your needs and what you are looking for when you contact us via email. We can answer all your questions, concerns, and alert you to any details about your initial appointment. During this time, feel free to ask any questions you have in regards to therapy style, location details, or payment.





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How do I find the right therapist for me?

During your initial appointment, you can expect to meet with the therapist to get comfortable in the space, understand the structure of the therapy, and your client rights. This initial appointment is a great time to explore long term goals and to determine if the therapeutic relationship is a good fit for you. In addition, the therapist will give you feedback on ways in which she may be able to help support you in reaching your long term goals. This is a perfect time to discuss if individual therapy, family therapy, parenting support, mindfulness group, therapeutic yoga, or a combination of these will be appropriate for you. This is a collaborative process between you and the therapist. At the end of this session, a consistent therapy schedule will be recommended and your future appointments set up. Payment is taken at the end of each session.






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What is the first session like? What should I expect?

Because each person has different issues and goals for counseling, it will be different depending on the individual. Each therapist tailors their therapeutic approach to your specific needs.







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How does therapy work? What do I have to do in sessions?

Unfortunately, this is not possible to say in a general FAQs page. Everyone’s circumstances are unique to them and the length of time counseling can take to allow you to accomplish your goals depends on your desire for personal development, your commitment, and the factors that are driving you to seek counseling in the first place.








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How long will therapy take?

If therapeutic yoga is something you want to incorporate into your sessions, this could occur on the same day as your therapy service or scheduled for a different time. Comfortable, flexible clothing should be worn to enable to you move and stretch. You would move from the therapy room to the yoga room where you would be guided through a customized, therapeutic yoga class.

You do not have to incorporate yoga into your plan, but it is an option to discuss with your therapist. Not all of our therapists are yoga instructors, so you may schedule with a yoga teacher if this is something you want to incorporate into your wellness program. Some of therapists are yoga practitioners and this may be something to consider when you consider the best fit therapist for you.

In general, yoga can be used as part of stress reduction program, supporting the balance of a dysregulated nervous system after trauma, or as part of mind-body wellness. Feel free to contact us to ask more about this if you are interested.







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I saw you offer therapeutic yoga. How does this work?

We are so glad you are dedicated to getting the most out of your sessions. Your active participation and dedication will be crucial to your success.









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