Child & Adolescent Therapy

Why Counseling?

Growing up comes with challenges, and children and adolescents may not always have the words or tools to express what they are experiencing. Counseling provides a safe, supportive space for young people to work through their thoughts and emotions and feel understood.

Counseling may be helpful when a child or adolescent is experiencing:

  • Grief or the loss of a loved one
  • Bullying or social difficulties
  • Anxiety, depression, or low mood
  • Family changes, including divorce or separation
  • Moving or changing schools
  • Trauma or difficult experiences
  • ADHD or challenges with attention and behavior
  • Eating or body image concerns

How We Can Help

Our therapists work with children, adolescents, and families to better understand their unique needs and develop healthy ways to navigate life's challenges. Treatment is tailored to each young person's age, personality, experiences, and goals.

Counseling can help young people:

  • Understand and express their emotions
  • Develop healthy coping skills
  • Build confidence and self-esteem
  • Improve relationships and communication
  • Navigate difficult experiences and transitions
  • Develop tools to manage stress and everyday challenges

When appropriate, therapists also partner with parents and caregivers to support progress outside of sessions. Our goal is to help young people feel supported, develop resilience, and build the skills they need to thrive.

Meet our Child and Adolescent Therapists

Gretchen Rees, LCSW; Clinical Director & Therapist

Gretchen Rees, LCSW; Clinical Director & Therapist

Gretchen is a seasoned clinical social worker with over 14 years of experience, specializing in trauma, attachment, and culturally affirming care for individuals and families. She brings warmth, compassion, and humor into the therapy space, drawing on her expertise in EMDR and deep experience with anxiety, grief, life transitions, and military-related challenges.
Nafiha Chowdhury, MS, LAPC; Operations Manager, Therapist

Nafiha Chowdhury, MS, LAPC; Operations Manager, Therapist

Nafiha Chowdhury is a dedicated mental health counselor specializing in the wellbeing of children, adolescents, and their families. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University and is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) in Georgia.
Britt Walsh, LPC, NCC; Therapist

Britt Walsh, LPC, NCC; Therapist

Britt is a licensed professional counselor and is especially passionate about working with LGBTQ+ teenagers and young adults. She supports folks ages 13+ working through anxiety, depression, ADHD, suicidality and self-harm, stress, and more.
Susan White, MA, MFA, Therapist

Susan White, MA, MFA, Therapist

Susan works with adult clients of all ages, from young adults to seniors. She has a particular affinity for counseling those navigating the changing terrain of midlife, as well as working with those recovering from religious trauma.
Sarah Balsley, MS, LPC, Therapist

Sarah Balsley, MS, LPC, Therapist

Sarah is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to supporting children, teens, young adults, and adults in navigating life's complexities. With a foundation as a former schoolteacher and child life specialist, Sarah brings a deep understanding of child and adolescent development, as well as the unique challenges faced by adults.
Ruth Cordova, MS, AMFT, Therapist

Ruth Cordova, MS, AMFT, Therapist

Ruth believes that treating the whole person is essential to improving our wellbeing and quality of life. Trauma keeps us from developing ourselves fully in every sense, including our spirituality.