Social media. Bullying. Anxiety over health and safety. With an ever-growing list of complex issues to navigate, it’s no wonder young people today are facing a mental health crisis. But even in the darkest of circumstances, we believe there is always a light waiting if we have the tools to find it.
At Align Counseling Center, we treat children, teens, and young adults struggling with a range of life issues, including:
Anxiety & Panic Disorders
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Adjustment Issues
Depression
Bullying
Loneliness
School- & Work-Related Issues
Relationship Issues
Phobias
Loss
Low Self-Esteem
Excessive Stress
Life Transitions
Family Conflict
While we use a variety of treatment modalities tailored to individual and family needs, our goal is not to “fix” our clients but to aid them on their personal path to healing.
CBT is a type of talk therapy, or psychotherapy, that focuses on challenging and changing cognitive distortions and behaviors, improving emotional regulation, and developing personal coping strategies that target solving current problems. CBT is very effective for a range of issues, including depression, anxiety disorders, phobias, and OCD.
Family systems therapy is a form of psychotherapy that works to resolve conflicts within families or address problems that exist within a family unit. Since all members of the family contribute to how a family is functioning, family systems therapy works to nurture change and development so that the entire family unit can function in a healthy way.
The psychodynamic approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that all behavior has a cause. During sessions, therapists help clients gain insights into their lives and present-day issues by evaluating, identifying, and changing negative patterns. This in-depth form of talk therapy is especially effective at treating depression and social anxiety disorder.
With extensive experience in both the clinical and school settings, we are uniquely equipped to help families manage the challenges that arise in the home and in the classroom, developing effective case plans that allow our clients to flourish no matter where they find themselves.
Special Education Consulting
From identifying areas of need to developing detailed Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans, our goal is for every child to have an opportunity to thrive in the classroom.
Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
We work closely with parents to identify their child’s unique needs and develop an appropriate and effective special education plan that will help them succeed in the school setting.
504 Plans
For children and young adults who require special accommodations, we craft plans that pinpoint the services and changes that will best enable students to learn alongside their peers.
Social Skills
From group classes and workshops to tailored one-on-one sessions, our training programs focus on strengthening communication skills, developing coping mechanisms, and building self esteem.
