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As a person with ADHD, I know how difficult starting something new can be. As a counselor, I understand that each client is differ...
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As a person with ADHD, I know how difficult starting something new can be. As a counselor, I understand that each client is different and I approach therapy as a unique journey.
Tracy Kinamore is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with 6 years of experience supporting individuals and families through grief and loss. She also specializes in guiding children, teens, and adults through challenges ranging from school and life transitions to behavioral issues and anxiety. Tracy is greatly rewarded by seeing clients recognize their strengths and reach their goals.
Tracy received her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Loyola University New Orleans, where she specialized in thanatology and play therapy. She uses approaches including acceptance and commitment therapy, family systems, narrative therapy, art therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy.
Tracy sees therapy as a personal journey on which she is a guide. It can be a long road for some, but seeking counseling is the perfect first step. Schedule your first appointment with Tracy today!
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Cheryl Clansy is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), trained Mediator, and Life Coach with 20 years of experienc...
Cheryl Clansy is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), trained Mediator, and Life Coach with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. Cheryl is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges, resolve conflicts, and live more fulfilled lives. She specializes in anxiety, grief, relationship issues, school issues, and major life transitions.
Cheryl completed her doctoral degree at Grambling State University. She has professional experience in public education, postsecondary education, and the nonprofit sector. This, coupled with her preparation as a mediator and life coach enables her to provide the guidance and support her clients are seeking. Cheryl uses multiple treatment approaches including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
We all can learn ways to handle the challenges of life and build to success. Cheryl is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today!
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I believe the key to unlocking progress for teenage clients is creating a space of radical transparency and trust. My go-to approach strips away the mystery of therapy, replacing it with refreshing honesty, humor, and zero judgment. In my practice, I provide a brave space where they can open up, be heard, and start healing on their own terms. No masks, no walking on eggshells. Through compassionate listening and a commitment to authenticity, I help guide teens toward self-empowerment. The journey begins when they realize this is their safe zone to explore life's challenges without fear.
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I know a client is making meaningful progress when they start expressing their thoughts and feelings and become more motivated to utilize the tools provided in therapy. When they express more self-awareness and are excited about their goals, I know they are doing the work.
Clients can supplement their time in teen counseling with hobbies, social activities, being physically active, and/or stimulating their minds by learning new things.
To prepare for their first teen counseling session, a teen can have questions ready to ask their therapist, come with an open mind, and come with the understanding that the therapist is only there to help.
Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.
Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in Missouri City have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.
Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.
Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in Missouri City, TX offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Missouri City is off of Township Lane. We are near Jollibee Chicken, and share an office building with Arcos.
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