About me

Our life path is full of ups and downs with unexpected twists and turns. We learn to develop a way of coping whether it is a positive or negative method to help deal with stressors or adapt to change. However, the majority of the time, we fall back on what we are accustomed to when dealing with a stressful situation or unexpected change; such as becoming confused, frustrated, emotional, withdrawing, angry, combative, or ignoring the situation and hoping the situation will just magically disappear or be resolved. Sometimes we need assistance to develop positive coping skills to deal with unexpected change or stressful situations.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families to overcome numerous challenges. Besides treating many mental health conditions, I have specialized training in treating anxiety, career, conflict, depression, grief, self-esteem, anger management, behavior issues, stress, trauma, substance abuse, and co-occurring disorder. My approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Solution Focus Brief Therapy, and Strength-based therapy. I encourage collaboration from you when designing a treatment plan to ensure it is implemented properly and to increase the potential for a successful outcome.

Your well-being is my priority, and I am looking forward to helping you meet your goal.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Grief
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Addictions , LGBT , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Coaching , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 5

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

FL LCSW SW14230

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Aritha Yarborough. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Sep 04, 2024 after therapy with Aritha for 2 weeks

Aritha is such a great listener and advisor. She helps you get your own solutions to your own problems by asking thoughtful questions.

Written on Jun 12, 2024 after therapy with Aritha for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and adhd

I am new to therapy and Aritha has allowed me to speak freely and given me helpful tips and a grounding energy that I appreciate very much.

Written on Dec 14, 2023 after therapy with Aritha for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem

she's amazing, very good listener. I'm glad I've met her

Written on Oct 20, 2023 after therapy with Aritha for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem

Aritha is very helpful! She listens to me and gives me multiple different tools to help reach my goals. I really enjoy the sessions as I'm able to laugh and learn at the same time.

Written on Oct 10, 2023 after therapy with Aritha for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and trauma and abuse

Aritha pulled me out of a real crisis. She continues to help me now, to move forward in my journey to my acceptance of self. She put a human face on therapy, and helps provide the connection that we all desperately need.

Written on Sep 16, 2022 after therapy with Aritha for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

It’s been a great journey so far working with Aritha. She’s very attentive and gets realistic goals for me.

Written on Jun 05, 2022 after therapy with Aritha for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She makes me feel heard, seen, supported and not insane. I appreciate her role in my life.

Written on May 16, 2022 after therapy with Aritha for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Aritha has been extremely helpful for me over the past year I've been in therapy and always reminds me of my progress in therapy and self worth, which I tend to discount and forget at times. Thank you, Aritha!

Written on May 06, 2022 after therapy with Aritha for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Where do I even begin. I came to Aritha with every single problem in the books (Literally) and at the time, I was considering medicating. Fast forward to now, I feel normal, I feel light, I have so much to look forward to in life which I am so thankful for. All this was accomplished in less than 3 months with Aritha. Even though I no longer require therapy, I still implement all the tools and technique Aritha provided. Once again, I am so thankful! I feel like a brand new person!

Written on May 04, 2022 after therapy with Aritha for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Aritha is friendly, let's you talk about whatever comes to mind but when she notices something you mentioned needs more adressing ...she will!
She gives you strucure, ways of self care & handling stress and all in all it is very reassuring how much she helps and guides you

Written on Apr 24, 2022 after therapy with Aritha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She is very easy to talk to

Written on Jan 26, 2022 after therapy with Aritha for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

I have seen many therapists over the years with little to no results to speak of. To be honest, I was beginning to doubt the whole process. Aritha is the real deal. If you are looking for a magic pill to make everything better overnight, you won't find it here. Trust me, you won't find it anywhere. I've tried. It doesn't exist. BUT ... if you are sick and tired of being tired, then I highly recommend Aritha to help you on your journey. She tells it like it is and at the same time, genuinely cares about her clients. Like I said, she's the real deal and that is really hard to come by these days.

Written on Jan 12, 2022 after therapy with Aritha for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd

Such a lovely and understanding woman. an excellent listener.

Written on Dec 15, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Aritha is calm and understanding. She makes me feel completely at ease and helps me to process my feelings in a way that doesn't create more discomfort. She allows me to explore my feelings but interjects, when needed, with her wicked sense of humor.

Written on Dec 14, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

She met me right where I am. There was no awkward start. Her calming approach makes you feel completely comfortable. She chooses thoughtful activities while also explaining methods of self care…and holding you to them. She’s helping me process every new issue life is throwing my way and I know I can count on her.

Written on Dec 05, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Aritha is awesome... I can not offer enough praise about her. This website should give her a raise... She is worth every penny.
Azrielle

Written on Nov 18, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues

Aritha is great at reframing the situation in ways that encourage you to keep going.

Written on Nov 10, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues

Best therapist I've ever had

Written on Sep 29, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting issues

I find Aritha very easy to talk to. She is patient and kind and has a good sense of humour. She is always on time for our sessions and keeps me accountable for tasks she has asked me to do.

Written on Aug 26, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties

She listens to what I have to say

Written on Jul 27, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

It would not be an exaggeration to say that Aritha has changed my outlook on my life and relationships. Every session has taken me in a positive direction and I feel empowered to make more positive choices. I only wish that I had begun sooner! I look forward to our weekly reviews and I trust that Aritha will help me to face my problems but more so will help me to see my faults and fix them.

Written on Jul 19, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes

teen counseling really paid attention to my needs and paired me with one of the best therapists possible. Aritha is the best listener. She truly puts emphasis on my feelings, and without belittling them, she helps me see different perspectives so I can work through issues. Aritha has helped me stay on course with my self love, self care, and boundaries. I look forward to our chats every week - even if I’m not struggling with something right then Aritha is there to help me with the future as well! I am so grateful to have her through this time of my life!

Written on Jun 28, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, com

Aritha is both a problem solver and a wonderful listener. She is currently helping me unload my baggage while simultaneously resolving my daily immediate issues.

Written on May 29, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and anger management

Aritha is a wonderful, warm-hearted lady that will call you out and make you realize how your mind is playing tricks on you simply with a poignant question and a look that says 1000 words. You will then burst out laughing or crying at yourself. Be warned.

In all seriousness, Aritha has helped me understand myself a lot better within a few months of counseling. I genuinely enjoy the conversations I have with her.

Written on May 25, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching

Aritha really helped me during a difficult period of my life and she did it with humor! She made me laugh and made me realize how I am just a human making mistakes because I wasn't taking care of myself. She is an incredible listener and will be honest and upfront with you. I can't thank her enough for everything she has done for me. She was my voice of reason!

Written on Apr 12, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Arita is Patient, understanding, fair and does not pick sides, also very professional.

Written on Apr 09, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Aritha has offered great advice and tactics for how I can better control my thoughts. I find our conversations valuable and will recommend her to others in need of her expertise.

Written on Apr 04, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management

She has given me so much inspiration to help find myself when I didn’t think I could!

Written on Mar 31, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Aritha is strong, caring, an amazing listener, and knows how to tell it like it is without being mean or insensitive. She knows how to talk to the real me, and inspires me to become better.

Written on Mar 23, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues

Aritha provides practical support that is helping me through shadow work and healing from childhood traumas .

Written on Feb 11, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Fantastic!

Written on Feb 07, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief

She is very compassionate and I feel really heard. I appreciate her advice and techniques.

Written on Feb 06, 2021 after therapy with Aritha for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd

Aritha is so understanding and goes at my pace and with my thoughts in a way that is comfortable for me. She is so focused on my specific issues and makes it feel easy for me to share my thoughts with her. She reminds me of talking to my sister or best friend without worrying that I might be overwhelming or not make sense. Aritha has taught me to use my coping skills in a better and more functional way.

Written on Dec 09, 2020 after therapy with Aritha for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Aritha has been friendly, professional and patient throughout all of our talks. She took the time to get to know me and what was bothering me and is a very good listener. She was then able to steer conversation effectively to tackle problems in more depth. By making a calm and safe environment, therapy has become something I look forward to each week. Thank you Aritha

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