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Therapy and Counseling for Teenagers and Young Adults in Westlake, OH - Wild Lily Counseling


Mental Health Treatments at Wild Lily Counseling in Westlake, OH
At Wild Lily Counseling, we provide specialized counseling to clients navigating anxiety, eating disorders, self-esteem concerns, and emotional overload. We serve teens, adolescents, and young adults focusing on individualized, evidence-based treatment in a safe, non-judgmental space. Located in Westlake, OH, we see clients from Rocky River, Bay Village, Fairview Park, Avon Lake, and the west side of Cleveland.
How Can Wild Lily Counseling Help You!
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety therapy Therapist for Teenagers and Young adults in Westlake, OH
We treat a variety of anxiety issues, including:
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) – excessive worry, mental fatigue, and racing thoughts
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Social Anxiety – fear of judgment, avoidance of school or social events, people-pleasing
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Panic Disorder – panic attacks, fear of losing control, physical symptoms like heart racing or difficulty breathing
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Performance Anxiety – school, sports, or work anxiety; fear of failure or disappointing others
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Health Anxiety (Hypochondria) – obsessive worry about illness, excessive doctor visits or googling symptoms
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Phobias – specific fears that interfere with daily functioning (driving, vomiting, public speaking)
Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people seek therapy and one of the most treatable. If you’ve been searching for an anxiety therapist and counseling in the Westlake, Rocky River, Lakewood, North Olmsted, Bay Village, Avon, Avon Lake, Ohio City, Tremont and West Cleveland, we are here to help!
Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating
Eating Disorder Treatment | Therapist| Teenage and Young adults | Westlake, OH
We specialize in the treatment of:
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Restrictive Eating & Anorexia Nervosa
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Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
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Compulsive Exercise
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Bulimia Nervosa
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Orthorexia (fixation on "clean eating")
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Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
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Chronic dieting and yo-yo eating
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Negative body image & low body confidence
We employ a non-diet, body-neutral, and Health at Every Size (HAES)-aligned approach to help clients let go of shame and cultivate a more compassionate relationship with food, movement, and their bodies. Our treatment for eating disorders is affirming, trauma-informed, and very individualized.
We provide eating disorder treatment in Westlake, Rocky River, Lakewood, North Olmsted, Bay Village, Avon, Avon Lake, Ohio City, Tremont and West Cleveland for children, teens and adults!
Self-Esteem & Identity Concerns
Anxiety and Low self Esteem therapy | Therapist| Teenage and Young adults | Westlake, OH
So many of our clients struggle with self-worth, self-doubt, and the constant feeling that they're "not enough." We help clients explore:
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Negative self-talk and internalized shame
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Body image and appearance insecurities
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People-pleasing and fear of disappointing others
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Difficulty saying "no" or setting healthy boundaries
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Uncertainty regarding identity, purpose, and direction
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Social comparison and feeling "behind" in life
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Identity issues regarding gender, sexuality, or neurodivergence
If you're looking for a therapist in Westlake, Rocky River, Lakewood, North Olmsted, Bay Village, Avon, Avon Lake, Ohio City, Tremont and West Cleveland who works with confidence, boundaries, and authentic self-expression, we've got you.
Emotional Regulation & Coping
Emotional Regulation therapy | Therapist| Teenage and Young adults | Westlake, OH
We work with clients who find it hard to regulate their emotions, be reactive, or get emotionally stuck. This can be:
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Mood swings and irritability
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Shutting down when stressed
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Crying spells or angry outbursts
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Urges to self-harm or using unhealthy coping strategies
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Feeling numb, detached, or flat
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Struggling to express feelings
With CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based therapies' practical skills, we help clients name what they're feeling, understand why, and learn how to take care of their emotions with more control and compassion. We are located in person and virtually in Ohio, Colorado and Florida.
Adolescent & Teen Mental Health
Mental Health therapy | Therapist| Teenage and Young adults | Westlake, OH
Wild Lily Counseling specializes in teen and adolescent therapy ages 12 and up. Teens today are facing more pressure than ever—and we walk them through:
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Academic pressure and perfectionism
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Social media comparison and pressure is increasing
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Peer bullying, exclusion, and conflict
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Self-expression and identity
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Pressure of college and career
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Parent-child relational problems
If your teen is withdrawing, stressing out, or constantly worrying, we provide teen-friendly, professional therapy that builds trust, emotional intelligence, and lifelong coping mechanisms. We are here to help and serve people in Westlake, Rocky River, Lakewood, North Olmsted, Bay Village, Avon, Avon Lake, Ohio City, Tremont and West Cleveland.
Therapy for Student-Athletes & High Performers
Mental Performance | Therapist| Teenage and Young adults | Westlake, OH
We offer therapy for high-achievers—student-athletes, performers, and young professionals—who are externally successful but internally emotionally burned out. We help with:
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Burnout and emotional fatigue
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Fear of failure or letting others down
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Perfectionism and obsessive tendencies
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Loss of identity after injury or setback
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Body image pressures in competitive sports
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Balancing high expectations with mental health
If you’re searching for a therapist for student-athletes in Cleveland, or a counselor who understands the mindset of high performers, Wild Lily Counseling provides insight, tools, and support.
Life Transitions & Adjustment Issues
Life Transition therapy | Therapist| Teenage and Young adults | Westlake, OH
We help clients who are struggling to adjust to:
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School transitions (middle school, high school, college)
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Relocating to a new city
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Relationship breakups
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Family structure changes (divorce, remarriage)
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Identity changes and emerging adulthood
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Post-grad anxiety or uncertainty regarding career
Even positive change can be intimidating. Therapy allows clients to process transitions judgment-free and step into the future with clarity and confidence. We offer both in person and online telehealth appointments in Ohio, Colorado and Florida.
Other Areas We Support:
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Mild to moderate depression
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Sleep disturbances related to stress or anxiety
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Grief and loss
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Perinatal/postpartum adjustment (for young parents)
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Neurodivergent affirming therapy (for ADHD, autism, sensory sensitivity)
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