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2,110 people sought child/teen therapy help at Bethlehem in the last year

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11  therapists available in Bethlehem

I draw on both my clinical training and meaningful life experiences to offer an understanding, grounded perspective that allows me...

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As someone who has experienced trauma and life after divorce, I bring a deeply empathetic, real-world perspective to helping other...

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I am a licensed professional counselor with 13 years of work experience empowering clients to cope with their issues and live thei...

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Lucy Brown is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Pennsylvania who has over 20 years of experience working wi...

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As an advocate in the mental health field, my goal is to help those who are struggling with any form of obstacle and help them rea...

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I believe everyone can live a purposeful and meaningful life without having to win a battle against themselves....

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I understand that life is difficult, and I provide a safe space for individuals of all backgrounds to work through their life expe...

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Vulnerability can be scary, but I’m here to help you through that uncertainty....

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Rachel Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 14 years in the mental health and addictions field. Rachel works with...

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Anissa A. Rieger is a Licensed Professional Counselor, as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor. She has over 15 years in menta...

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Life is not always linear, and it’s okay not to be okay! Let me help you navigate changes and challenges while working towards enh...

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Jami Dumler

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What is your go-to approach for child therapy? What is your go-to approach for teen counseling?

My go-to approach for helping kids in child therapy is to make learning fun and interactive! In child therapy find the best benefit in creating a strong connection with both child and parent because parents have their child 95% of the week, whereas I get 1 hour. Parents are a needed and effective partner in therapy! My go-to approach for helping people in teen counseling is building a strong relationship of trust and genuine connection where teens feel safe to share openly. In teen counseling, find the best benefit in mixing fun activities with talk therapy because teens still enjoy fun activities and tend to open up more when you start with an enjoyable opener that takes the pressure off of just talking.

What tools do you teach in child therapy? What tools do you teach in teen counseling?

I teach the following tools in child therapy:

  • Parenting skills - Assisting parents in understanding their child's behavior and learning effective, attachment-building solutions to address behavior is crucial in creating a healthy home and child.
  • Coping skills - Teaching children fun, useful, easy-to-remember coping skills that parents can reinforce will help children cope better in times of distress.
  • Healthy relationships and boundaries with peers - It's never too early to learn how to have healthy relationships with friends and future romantic partners! Healthy boundaries are key as we enter peer pressure and “fitting in” ages.
Similarly, I teach the following tools in teen counseling:
  • Identifying feelings - In order to fully address and cope with stress and intense emotions, you have to know and understand where the feeling is coming from and why it's happening.
  • Communication skills - Teens communicate with parents, teachers, peers, partners, etc. Giving them tools to engage in healthy styles of communication early on helps them set up healthy relationships and get their needs better met.
  • Healthy coping skills - Teen life comes with a lot of stressors and change! Healthy coping is super important to cope with the ups and downs of teen life in ways that set us up for success.

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

I know a client is making meaningful progress in child therapy when the child and parents both report their household feels calmer and they feel more equipped to handle triggers and difficult moments. In teen counseling, I know a client is making meaningful progress when their parents, teacher, and themselves report things are going well outside of the therapy room.

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

Clients can supplement their time in child therapy with the practice of coping skills, having habitual and expected one-on-one time between parents and child to talk and check-in, and ensuring they are noting items throughout the week that would be important for both parent and child to address in their next session. Similarly, clients can supplement their time in teen counseling by talking openly with parents during habitual one-on-one time with their parent, journaling, and practicing applying skills learned in sessions outside the therapy room.

What should someone do to prepare for starting child therapy? What should someone do to prepare for starting teen counseling?

Child/teen therapy FAQs

What is child & teen counseling?

Thriveworks child & teen counseling in Bethlehem helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children and adolescents can attend and benefit from therapy.

How does child & teen counseling work?

Child & teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the child or teen’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectic behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, child & teen counselors have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.

Is child & teen counseling conducted in person or online?

Child & teen counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does child & teen counseling last?

The length of child & teen counseling at Thriveworks in Bethlehem, PA depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child & teen counseling sessions will last for several months.

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Children and Adolescent Counseling in Bethlehem, PA—Counselors and Therapists at Thriveworks Lehigh Valley

Fortunately, there’s help available for kids and adolescents who could benefit from working with a mental health professional—whether the child is dealing with significant stressors like school bullies or divorcing parents, or they need some additional support as they’re going through the changes mentioned above. The counselors, psychologists, and therapists at Thriveworks Bethlehem who specialize in treating children and adolescents understand how to help this age group. And just as importantly, they’re compassionate about providing this care. Reach out today to schedule your child’s first session.

Can My Child Benefit from Counseling?

We all know what it’s like to experience difficult emotions and not really know what to do with them. Now, imagine what this must be like for kids or teens who aren’t used to experiencing these emotions. Child counseling can help. Here are a few specific challenges that might cause a child or teen distress, which a child counselor can help with:

  • Moving to or settling into a new town
  • Understanding and coping with the loss of a loved one
  • Healing from abuse, at home or at school
  • Learning to manage a mental illness
  • Adjusting to life in a blended family

All of the above can bring about troubling feelings and leave one wondering where to turn. The providers at Thriveworks Bethlehem can provide the support they’re looking for and help them identify an effective plan for moving forward. Additionally, a child counselor can help their clients to understand their feelings more completely and equip them with the tools they need to grow well through life.

Scheduling a Session with a Child Counselor or Psychologist at Thriveworks Bethlehem

If you think your child could benefit from working with a child counselor, reach out to Thriveworks Bethlehem. All you have to do to schedule an appointment is give us a call at 484-241-2848 and a scheduling specialist will get you all set up. If your schedule allows it, you might even have a session within the same week of your call. The providers here are eager to help you and they offer flexible hours to get you in as soon as possible—these hours include evening and weekend appointments. We hope to hear from you soon, and we look forward to working with you!

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Bethlehem accept 46 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Ambetter Health | Commercial

  • 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

  • Clover Health Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Bethlehem
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

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Where to find us

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Address

2223 Linden St Suite 101
Bethlehem, PA 18017

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Bethlehem is located near Linden St and Elmhurst Ave, off PA-191. It is just down the road from Moravian University and close to Spring Garden Elementary School.

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Phone number

(484) 246-8486
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Languages spoken by PA providers

  • English
  • Mandarin
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Hours

Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm

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