{"id":835,"date":"2023-03-16T14:55:55","date_gmt":"2023-03-16T20:55:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psychology-resources.net\/?page_id=835"},"modified":"2025-06-05T11:03:16","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T17:03:16","slug":"teen-therapists","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/psychology-resources.net\/?page_id=835","title":{"rendered":"Teen Therapists"},"content":{"rendered":"

Meet Our Adolescent Therapists<\/h2>\n

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Jennifer L. Bissett, PhD<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

Dr. Bissett has trained at a wide variety of highly regarded institutions including Psychological Services at the University of Houston, the Pediatric Unit of MD Anderson Hospital, the Psychological Services Unit of the Houston Fire Department and the PIVOT Project. Her training at these respected institutions has uniquely prepared her to work from a generalist perspective\u2026<\/p>\n

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Michael Huttar, PhD<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

Dr. Huttar completed his Ph.D. at the University of North Dakota in 2023 with specializations in autism spectrum disorder treatment across the lifespan, couples therapy, and disability concerns. He has worked in a variety of clinical settings including medical and behavioral health centers, community mental health, speech therapy settings, public schools, and most recently at the UHCL Counseling and Mental Health Center. He has experience working with clients across the lifespan with issues related to autism, disabilities, ADHD, anxiety, depression, complex trauma, spiritual\/existential concerns, and many other concerns.<\/p>\n

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Sharla Marek, PhD<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

Dr. Sharla Marek is a counseling psychologist who specializes in work with children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Marek completed her PhD in Counseling Psychology in 2002 from the University of Houston.<\/p>\n

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Sherly Medina-Rivera, PsyD<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

Dr. Medina-Rivera works with children, parents, and\/or caregivers, focusing on treating trauma or exposure to adverse experiences including but not limited to stress, anxiety, mood disorders, behavioral disorders, ADHD and life transitions.\u00a0 She completed her Master’s in Counseling Psychology at the Universidad Ana G. M\u00e9ndez and earned her Master\u2019s and Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from the Universidad Albizu. The variety and diversity of Dr. Medina-Rivera\u2019s experiences have allowed her to be mindful, sensitive, and flexible in adapting, integrating, and customizing intervention plans according to the individual needs of her patients.<\/p>\n

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Lela Pickett, PhD<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

Dr. Lela Pickett strongly believes that the core of her work is cultivating a safe and collaborative space for her clients. She has expertise in trauma work, multicultural counseling, anxiety, depression, identity development, LGBTQ+, and relationships.<\/p>\n

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Shahbaz Siddiqui, PsyD<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

Dr. Shahbaz Siddiqui has substantial training and experience in psychological assessments including a clinical expertise in evaluations for ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. He has worked with a diverse group of clients, ranging from children to seniors, offering personalized care tailored to each individual\u2019s unique needs. Dr. Siddiqui also brings 22 years of experience in media psychology, providing him with unique insights into the intersection of psychology and media influences. In addition to English, he is fluent in Urdu, enabling him to connect with and support clients from diverse linguistic backgrounds.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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