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Meet Licensed Mental Health Therapists

All are qualified with years of experience to back it up.

Demetria Anderson, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

 

Demetria is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has 19 years of experience in the mental health field, which includes: providing individual and family counseling, grief counseling, crisis management, and trauma counseling to both children and adults. Demetria also provides help to both children and adults suffering from mood disorders, depression, anxiety, social skill deficits, and behavioral issues. Demetria has experience working in outpatient clinics, inpatient settings, residential settings, Hospice, and working in Child Welfare. Demetria received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of South Florida and her Master’s degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling also from the University of South Florida. Demetria is also certified in child trauma through the Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress in Coordination with the National Center of Crisis Management.

Jennifer Ingram, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor


Jennifer has been working in the mental health and addictions fields since 1996, and has worked in a variety of clinical settings including outpatient clinics, inpatient settings, and long-term residential treatment. She has experience with adolescents as well as adults, and specializes in women’s issues. Jennifer is committed to helping people discover their potential and self-worth, so they can have more productive lives and relationships. She works primarily from a cognitive-behavioral framework, believing that people can make a positive impact on how they feel by adjusting how they think. Jennifer earned her Bachelors Degree from the Western Michigan University, and her Masters Degree from the University of South Florida.

Rick Morris, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

PLEASE NOTE:
Rick is unable to accept Sunshine, Children’s Medical Services (CMS), or Ambetter Insurance.   

Are you feeling out of control with your teenage son?

Are you worried he may engage in risky behavior, such as substance abuse, sexual behaviors, or other dangerous activities? Is he falling behind in school or not motivated to go to school? Teens genuinely need to find ways to fit in and find their place. This is an essential and expected part of adolescence, but it can be painful when it doesn’t work. 
Are you concerned about his use of social media and his activity, such as sexting or sending pics?  Are you aware of the social media platforms such as Snapchat, Instagram, Discord, anime, or hentai? Many parents get a knock on the door from law enforcement and are shocked by the possible consequences.  Many are unaware of the legalities of their son’s online behaviors.
Are you worried your son may not fit in socially at school, perhaps retreating to their room to play video games? Is he socially anxious or awkward?  Is your teen moody, with rapid mood changes, sad one moment and angry the next, maybe even depressed?

Being a Teenager Today is Hard! 

Let’s face it, being a teen is a tough time for parents and teens. It’s also a critical time for their development, and their choices can affect their future. They may want to be popular or want to fit in.  Boys frequently can’t show feelings other than anger and think they need to be tough. Teens experience their first dating experiences, which can be exciting and devastating at the same time, especially because teenage emotions are amplified. A breakup or rejection can feel earth-shattering. Some parents are shocked when they learn how much sexual activity occurs as early as twelve.  Teenage boys seek adventure and excitement, which can involve cars, alcohol, and other risky choices during puberty.
As a parent, this is stressful.  You might be worried about who he hangs out with and where he goes if he ever leaves the house. Many parents say their teen doesn’t talk to them but has learned to grunt. He may become angry and hostile quickly.  Sibling conflict or the effects of a divorce or a blended family brings conflict. Alcohol, Vaping, Sex, Pornography, Suicidal thoughts, and violent outbursts can be daunting.

Counseling for Teens Can Help!

The good news is that teenage counseling can be effective. Teen counseling provides a terrific way to help them (and you) survive adolescence.  Teen therapy allows them to discuss things they wouldn’t feel comfortable sharing with their friends or family, especially with their parents! They can learn to reflect on their own decisions and choices. Most of them know in their gut what is right or wrong. They need an opportunity to put the brakes when tempted to make poor choices.

Why Me?  Great Question! Here’s what makes me different.

First of All, I Like Teens!

That may sound hard to believe, but I’ve always had a particular interest in teenagers, especially boys. They want to engage their senses fully, challenging themselves to find new identities. I can see the talent many possess and like to imagine where they might end up in the future. My wife and I raised our own three sons and seven foster sons.  We survived, and more importantly, so did they! My years coaching baseball from T-Ball to High School makes me more of a coach than a counselor.
I connect with teens because I take an interest in their lives without judging them.  Research tells us the counseling relationship is the most significant predictor of a good outcome. I’ve seen that with many teens and families.

A Guy Therapist

A lot of teenage boys are resistant to counseling. Some say something is wrong with them, or they are too weak to deal with it independently. Some say they are more willing to work with a male who can understand their unique experiences and relate to them. This can increase their motivation in counseling and be more honest in therapy sessions than with females.

I Listen and Don’t Judge

Many teens have told me they like counseling because I listen and don’t tell them what to do but reflect on their desires and outcomes. Once the counseling relationship is established, they open their emotional backpack and begin to work. After all, they have many people telling them what they should or shouldn’t do.  Teens want to make good choices but may need some adjusting (coaching) along the way.

I Provide a Safe Place

A safe place without judgment and demands are essential for boys, and the healthier, understanding, and wise men they are around can’t hurt. It’s essential for boys who may not have a father around in their life for whatever reason.

I’ve Seen Serious Teen Struggles

On the other side, I like working with teens because I’ve seen many young men carrying lots of emotional pain from anger and defiance. Maybe it was the family divorce,  friends dropping out of school, getting high, lacking direction, being abused, being overlooked by their parents, or even self-harming in their emotional backpacks.

Here Are Some Issues Commonly Addressed In Teenage Counseling:

Depression, Anxiety, Video Game Addiction, Suicidal Ideation and Attempts, Divorce, Bullying, Physical or Sexual Abuse, Sexual Orientation, Self Harm, Low Self-Esteem, Medical and Pain problems, Parental Loss and Grief, Drug and Alcohol Use, Relationships, Social Anxiety, Family Conflict, Motivation, School and Academic Problems, Anger Problems, Panic Attack, Career Counseling, Criminal or Delinquency Problems,  Dating Problems, Trauma, Sexual Development
Rick specializes in youth experiencing maladaptive sexual behaviors with evaluation and treatment. Rick received his Master’s Degree in Counseling from Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana. Rick is a clinical member, and Fellow of the Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse (ATSA), National Adolescent Perpetration Network (NAPN), and current President of the Florida Chapter of the Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse (FATSA), the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC), He is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) and he is a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Professional (CSOTP). The American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA) awarded Rick the Diplomate status as a Clinical Mental Counseling Specialist in Children and Adolescents.
 Please take a quick listen to an introduction to our Tools4Teens.net online tools to assist with the treatment process. Click here to watch a short video narrated by Rick
 
PLEASE NOTE: Rick is unable to accept SUNSHINE, Children’s Medical Services (CMS), or Ambetter Insurance.
Florida Medicaid Plans accepted by Rick Morris, LMHC are Simply Healthcare, Humana,  Aetna, and United Healthcare.

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