Annabelle Jenkins, LMSW
Therapist | Children, Teens & Young Adults
Anxiety • Self-Esteem • School & Social Challenges • Life Transitions • Relationships
I’m passionate about supporting children, teens, and young adults as they navigate the challenges that come with growing up, understanding their emotions, and developing a stronger sense of who they are.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be yourself while building confidence, developing healthy coping skills, and better understanding the emotions and experiences that shape your everyday life.
You Might Be a Good Fit If...
Anxiety or worry is getting in the way of everyday life
You’re struggling with confidence, self-esteem, or body image
School, friendships, or social situations feel overwhelming
You’re navigating changes at home, school, or in relationships
Family conflict has become difficult to manage
You’re having a hard time understanding or expressing your emotions
You want healthier ways to cope with stress and challenges
You’re looking for support that feels collaborative and age-appropriate
My Approach
My work may incorporate:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Person-Centered Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Approaches
Play-Based Interventions
Motivational Interviewing
The specific approach we use will depend on your individual needs, experiences, and goals.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. My goal is to create a supportive and genuine space where you feel comfortable being yourself and talking openly about what you’re experiencing.
I tailor therapy to each client’s age, personality, needs, and goals. Depending on what feels most helpful, our work may include practical coping strategies, exploring thoughts and emotions, building communication skills, strengthening self-confidence, or finding new ways to approach challenges.
I draw from approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, person-centered therapy, and play-based interventions. Together, we can work toward greater understanding, healthier coping, and confidence in navigating what comes next.
How I Can Help
Anxiety & Social Anxiety
Anxiety can show up as worry, overthinking, avoidance, physical discomfort, or feeling overwhelmed in situations that others may find easy. Together, we can better understand what’s contributing to those feelings and develop practical tools for managing anxiety with greater confidence.
Self-Esteem & Body Image
Growing up can bring a lot of pressure around appearance, identity, belonging, and how you compare yourself to others. I help clients explore the thoughts and experiences shaping how they see themselves while building a healthier and more compassionate sense of self.
School, Friendships & Growing Up
School and friendships can bring academic pressure, social stress, conflict, changing expectations, and questions about where you fit in. Therapy can provide a supportive space to work through these challenges, strengthen coping and communication skills, and feel more confident navigating everyday situations.
Life Transitions
Changes in school, friendships, family life, independence, or other areas can bring uncertainty even when the change is expected. Together, we can make sense of what you’re experiencing and build skills to help you adjust and move forward.