Therapists for Teens in 17313

Photo of Angela Linebaugh, Licensed Professional Counselor in 17313, PA
Angela Linebaugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallastown, PA 17313
I am a Registered, Board Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor who believes in the power of art to transform and heal. I like to create a comfortable environment for children, teens, adults and families to work on change. I offer creative arts therapies including art therapy, sand tray, and play techniques to help them overcome challenges. In sessions, you will see how art can provide a way to express your inner most feelings when words sometimes fail you. Once the words have been spoken then it is often easier to address the deeper issues and conflicts.
I am a Registered, Board Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor who believes in the power of art to transform and heal. I like to create a comfortable environment for children, teens, adults and families to work on change. I offer creative arts therapies including art therapy, sand tray, and play techniques to help them overcome challenges. In sessions, you will see how art can provide a way to express your inner most feelings when words sometimes fail you. Once the words have been spoken then it is often easier to address the deeper issues and conflicts.
(717) 983-4749 View (717) 983-4749
Photo of Alexys Grim, Licensed Professional Counselor in 17313, PA
Alexys Grim
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallastown, PA 17313
Waitlist for new clients
Alexys Grim is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been working in the human services field since 2010. She has a variety of experience working with children, families and couples, including a background in domestic violence and substance abuse. Alexys uses a client focused approach in her sessions and strives for full engagement of clients in building a strength based treatment plan.
Alexys Grim is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been working in the human services field since 2010. She has a variety of experience working with children, families and couples, including a background in domestic violence and substance abuse. Alexys uses a client focused approach in her sessions and strives for full engagement of clients in building a strength based treatment plan.
(717) 584-9642 View (717) 584-9642
Photo of Kristin Hobson, Licensed Professional Counselor in 17313, PA
Kristin Hobson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallastown, PA 17313
CALLING clients and families: Do you or your child struggle with depression and anxiety which makes a daily routine difficult? Do you or your child question on how to manage challenging moments in your life? Have you or your child experienced a traumatic event in your life that seems impossible to process? Do you feel like you are in a stage of crisis that makes it hard to manage daily norms? Have you had multiple anxiety attacks that left you exhausted and tired, but want to learn coping strategies? Do you question your confidence in your relationships, career and personal identity? Are you ready to START the healing process?
CALLING clients and families: Do you or your child struggle with depression and anxiety which makes a daily routine difficult? Do you or your child question on how to manage challenging moments in your life? Have you or your child experienced a traumatic event in your life that seems impossible to process? Do you feel like you are in a stage of crisis that makes it hard to manage daily norms? Have you had multiple anxiety attacks that left you exhausted and tired, but want to learn coping strategies? Do you question your confidence in your relationships, career and personal identity? Are you ready to START the healing process?
(717) 366-7530 View (717) 366-7530
Photo of David Haynes-Weller, Psychologist in 17313, PA
David Haynes-Weller
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, MDiv
Verified Verified
Dallastown, PA 17313
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed clinical psychologist trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and located in Red Lion, PA. I specialize in helping individuals restore emotional wellness and health relationships. I work with adolescents and adults to help them learn the skills and coping strategies to lead healthier lives when faced with depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, chronic pain, and life transitions.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and located in Red Lion, PA. I specialize in helping individuals restore emotional wellness and health relationships. I work with adolescents and adults to help them learn the skills and coping strategies to lead healthier lives when faced with depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, chronic pain, and life transitions.
(717) 827-0480 View (717) 827-0480
Photo of Dr. Michael E. Ludwig, PhD, Licensed Professional Counselor in 17313, PA
Dr. Michael E. Ludwig, PhD
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MS, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallastown, PA 17313
Not accepting new clients
I approach coaching, counseling, and psychotherapy as processes of self-discovery that are intended to lead to deep insight, focused clarity, and significant personal transformation. In order to facilitate these dynamics, I integratively employ only the most POTENT, PROVEN, and PRUDENT theories and interventions that are contained within the established schools of applied psychology (i.e., Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Existential, Social, etc.).
I approach coaching, counseling, and psychotherapy as processes of self-discovery that are intended to lead to deep insight, focused clarity, and significant personal transformation. In order to facilitate these dynamics, I integratively employ only the most POTENT, PROVEN, and PRUDENT theories and interventions that are contained within the established schools of applied psychology (i.e., Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Existential, Social, etc.).
(717) 359-3565 View (717) 359-3565
Teen Therapists

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.