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JP Farley Corporation, Multi Plan PHCS, Oscar Health, +2 more
Behavioral Issues, Self Esteem, Stress, ADHD, Anxiety, +2 more

Hi, I'm Alisha. I'm passionate about helping others advocate for themselves through mental health systems and navigate their life journeys.

Aetna, AmeriHealth Administrators, AmeriHealth Pennsylvania, +13 more
Military / Veteran, Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, +13 more

As a mother, I understand how overwhelming life can feel, especially when navigating mental health concerns. Whether you’re feeling stuck, burned ou... As a mother, I understand how overwhelming life can feel, especially when navigating mental health concerns. Whether you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or simply looking for a space to process your emotions, I provide support, guidance, and practical tools to help you move forward clearly and confidently. Read more

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Sophie Greger

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What is your go-to approach for teen counseling?

My go-to approach in working with teens is to create a safe space for them to talk about their feelings without fear of repercussions. I feel that this allows them to be completely authentic with both me and themselves. I find the most benefit in being able to support them while encouraging them to make decisions that their future self will thank them for.

What tools do you teach in teen counseling?

I use a lot of distress tolerance skills, identity exploration, and strengths-based techniques in working with my teen clients.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in teen counseling?

I know a client is making progress when I can tell that they are thinking before they act and they bring real issues to therapy in order to discuss them in a constructive way.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement teen counseling?

Clients can implement the skills learned in therapy into their day to day lives

What should someone do to prepare for starting teen counseling?

I encourage all parents of teens to be honest with their children/teens about why they believe therapy will be helpful and make sure that the teen is also on board with the process.

Starting Teen counseling

What is teen counseling?

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.

How does teen counseling work?

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 Allentown have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.

Does my teen need therapy?

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.

Is teen counseling conducted in person or online?

Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in Allentown, PA offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does teen counseling last?

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.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Allentown therapists and counselors accept 40 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter from Pennsylvania Health and Wellness

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth Pennsylvania

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at Allentown
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Stephen Willmot is professional, respectful, and concerned for clients well-being. I feel heard, valued, understood and supported. I can express my feelings in a safe non-judgmental space. I am learning about myself and how to develop healthy strategies for myself moving forward.
Read more Stephen Willmot is professional, respectful, and concerned for clients well-being. I feel heard, valued, understood and supported. I can express my feelings in a safe non-judgmental space. I am learning about myself and how to develop healthy strategies for myself moving forward.
Jackie Apr 2025
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I felt very listened too and understood, very inclusive and I never felt like I was being belittled or talked down on all around good experience
Blaise Apr 2025
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She listened and seemed to understand what I am dealing with
Lerin Apr 2025
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Since it was mostly an intake session it is too soon to make a good judgement on my experience, hence my score to the prior question being a 5!
Joanne Apr 2025
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Jacqueline is a wonderful therapist who always asks the right questions to move my healing forward.
Tara Apr 2025
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Jackie is the absolute best. I've seen 5 therapists before her but she has gotten me to open up more than all of them combined.
Alissa Apr 2025
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For my first experiance meeting my therapist was great. She heard me and ask question she needed to know. At the end she gave me motivation and encouragement.
Abigail Apr 2025
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My therapist is very easy to talk with, and she is helpful and empathetic.
Dawn Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Allentown is located off of Hausman Rd., in a building with several other businesses. These include Integrity Personnel, Inova Technologies, and GPI/Greenman-Pederson, Inc. There is a small lake behind our building.

Phone number

(484) 246-8451

Languages spoken by PA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
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