Children and Teen Counseling

There are specific challenges for children and teens, and specific solutions to

bring about healing, confidence and character.

Youth Specific Counseling at Riverside Virginia

Teen & Child Counseling

Childhood and adolescence are full of transitions, questions, and emotional highs and lows. At times, these changes can feel overwhelming—not just for young people, but for their caregivers too. Teen and child counseling offers a safe space where young minds can express themselves freely, build resilience, and develop the tools they need to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

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Therapy for children and teens is not about labeling—it's about understanding, supporting, and helping them grow into emotionally healthy adults.

For Medication Evaluation &

Treatment for Youth


  • Nicole Ennis, PMHNP

    Nicole Ennis, PMHNP

    Psychiatric Medication & Counseling

    Nicole is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who sees patients ages 6 – 60. She provides treatment for most mental health challenges including Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Personality Disorders, Schizophrenia, Eating Disorders, and Grief.

    Clients: Children, Teens, & Adults

    Along with helping others find balance in life, Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband, 4 children, 2 cats and 2 dogs. 

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  • Christopher Wheatley, PMHNP-BC

    Christopher Wheatley, PMHNP-BC

    Psychiatric Medication & Counseling

    Christopher Wheatley, PMHNP-BC is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in services for children, adolescents and adults. He discovered his passion for helping those with psychiatric conditions while working at the Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute in 2009.

    Clients: Children, Teens, & Adults

    I like that Riverside Counseling provides a professional and comfortable space for in-person appointments and offers tele-health appointments too. My practitioner, Christopher Wheatley, is kind and intelligent. I feel his compassion for my struggles, and I receive helpful feedback from him." - Sandy N.

    Christopher enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, and is an amateur photographer.

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For Professional Youth Counseling


  • Faith Brown, MA

    Faith Brown, MA

    Counseling

    Faith is a Resident Counselor who specializes in supporting adolescents and adults experiencing problems related to anxiety and depression. Faith utilizes a strengths-based approach to enhance clients’ self-esteem and confidence by revisiting their sense of freedom, resilience, and openness in their environments. Faith enjoys implementing expressive arts and wilderness therapy into sessions based on each client’s preference and treatment goal(s).

    Clients: Individuals Ages 7 and up

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  • Mike Ellis, LCSW

    Mike Ellis, LCSW

    Counseling

    Michael Ellis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in child & adolescent psychotherapy. He provides counseling support to children and adults in a calm and professional manner. Michael offers marital & family therapy to couples and families seeking help and healing with their personal relationships.

    Clients: Children, Teens, Adults, Families & Couples

    He has been married 17 years and is the father of five children; one with a common mental health disorder. Caring for a child with special needs has made him uniquely empathetic with child and adolescent clients.

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  • Christine Fleming, MA

    Christine Fleming, MA

    Counseling

    Christine is a Resident Counselor who works with self-harm, anxiety, depression, and childhood behavioral issues. She takes an integrative approach, drawing from CBT, DBT, and expressive/play therapy, and has experience with children, adolescents, adults, and families. While her services are not insurance-reimbursable, she offers sessions at a reduced fee.

    Clients: Children, Teens, & Adults

    "Although it felt a bit weird and I felt embarrassed, I kept returning and kept discussing things with my counselor Christine. Over the years, my state of mind became more improved and I developed emotional maturity and toughness. I stopped going late 2014 since the payments were becoming too much. I returned a few months ago and Christine was still there and we didn't miss a beat. Now they accept my insurance so payments are no issue anymore. I visit once a month to talk with Christine and I feel much better about myself after every visit." - Victor H.

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  • Jacquelynn Hollman, Psy.D

    Jacquelynn Hollman, Psy.D

    Counseling

    Dr. Hollman is a child psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy for anxiety and depression in children and adolescents. As a child and adolescent psychologist, she serves clients ages 4-18, and their families.

    Clients: Children & Families

    “It was amazing! My son has seen several therapists before… He came out with a whole new attitude and comfort level.”- Mother of an eight-year-old boy talking to staff at Riverside.

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  • Deegan Ivers, LPC

    Deegan Ivers, LPC

    Counseling

    Deegan, a Licensed Professional Counselor, specializes in teens and adults (13+). She holds a B.S. from James Madison University and an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (4.0 GPA) from Liberty University. Trained in EMDR, she helps clients navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. When requested, she integrates faith into counseling, offering compassionate support for healing and growth.

    Clients: Teens & Adults, Ages 13+

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  • Kim Roberts, MA

    Kim Roberts, MA

    Counseling

    Kim is a Resident Counselor with a background in education and a passion for supporting children, teens, and families. She uses a psychodynamic-relational approach to create a warm, non-judgmental space. Her clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, OCD, life transitions, and relationship challenges.

    Clients: Individuals, Couples and Children, Ages 4+

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  • Scott Stapley, PsyD

    Scott Stapley, PsyD

    Psychologist & Counseling

    Dr. Scott Stapley is a clinical psychologist who provides individual counseling in a warm and calm manner. He works with children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Stapley is currently completing his Psychologist in Residency with Riverside Counseling Center under the supervision of Juliet Cameron, PsyD.

    Clients: Individuals Ages 10-63

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  • Dan Towery, LPC

    Dan Towery, LPC

    Counseling

    Dan Towery is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who provides a broad spectrum of mental, emotional, spiritual, and behavioral healthcare to individuals, couples and adolescents. He offers mindfulness seminars and includes mindfulness strategies in counseling.

    Clients: Children, Teens, Adults, Couples & Familes

    "Dan is wonderful! He’s a wealth of knowledge and always has valid, relevant info to share. He has helped me in many ways." - Nicholas S.

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Support for Growing Minds and Big Feelings

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Children and teens experience complex emotions just like adults—but they often need help learning how to express and manage them. Our team of compassionate counselors create safe, age-appropriate spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and supported. 


Whether your child is navigating anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, or emotional stress, we tailor therapy to meet their unique developmental and emotional needs.

Let’s support their growth—together.

Using a variety of approaches—including expressive arts, play therapy, and even wilderness therapy—we help kids and teens build confidence, resilience, and healthy coping skills. Our counselors also collaborate with families to create strong support systems at home and beyond.

Schedule a consultation today and take the first step in helping your child or teen thrive.