About me

Hello, my name is Ariela Weston and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Alabama. I have 10 years of experience as both therapist and manager in our field. Since attaining my LICSW in the state of Alabama, and prior, I have been consistently engaged in the treatment of a great variety of client categories, and the administration of different program types. I have directed, managed, and/or supervised treatment programs, for adults, adolescents, and children. I have worked directly with clients with a wide range of concerns including substance abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, autism, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I have spent several years working as a school based therapist where I served adolescents with emotional and behavioral disturbances. I focus on building strong rapport and respect between client and therapist. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in order to assist clients in making their thinking more positive, decrease negative thinking habits and promote change. My approach also combines Strength-Based perspective, Solution Focused and Motivational interviewing.

My experience has taught me the value of compassion for everyone I have been privileged to serve. My therapy style is warm and interactive. My passion in life is to help others and I believe that the key to therapy with any person is respect. I would be honored if I was given the opportunity to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!


Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • Relationships
  • Family conflicts
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Coaching , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 10

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

AL LICSW 3749C


Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Ariela Weston. 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 Aug 18, 2023 after therapy with Ariela for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues

Mrs. Ariela is the best therapist out there. She is exactly what everyone hopes to find when they go for therapy and counseling services. Mrs. Ariela has helped me to grow into the best version of myself that I have ever been.

Written on Jul 25, 2023 after therapy with Ariela for 5 months on issues concerning relationship

She is a God sent therapist.

Written on May 28, 2023 after therapy with Ariela for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

My experience with Ariela Weston has been nothing but amazing! I wanted to do therapy for at least 2 years before I started on teen counseling, but my fear of just talking to someone held me back! I was extremely nervous when I first started, but Ariela was extremely welcoming, and really eased my stress on starting therapy! I now look forward to my sessions, even if I havent had a hard time that week. I say that, because over the time short time I have spent with her, I really feel like a lot has changed in a positive way for me! She really has made an impact in my life, and I cannot wait to see where I continue to go with her help! Thank you so much Ariela! You truly have helped me so much!

Written on May 23, 2023 after therapy with Ariela for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Ariela has been an absolute pillar in my support system during some incredibly difficult times in my life. I look forward to our weekly sessions and her ability to support me endlessly and guide me to the solution that is best for me. She is incredibly kind and has helped me begin to overcome so many feelings of insecurity and anxiety.

Written on May 15, 2023 after therapy with Ariela for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Ariela Weston has great advice and is easy to talk to. She is flexible and not only well educated but she’s really good at explaining things. She makes a stressful day better and I could really tell she cared about making our sessions the best they could be.

Written on May 13, 2023 after therapy with Ariela for 1 month

Ariela has been professional, caring and objective thus far; I believe she is a perfect fit for us.
My daughter says she is a great listener and a great counselor!

Written on Mar 27, 2023 after therapy with Ariela for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

I feel comfortable talking with her and she is extremely helpful

Written on Mar 23, 2023 after therapy with Ariela for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd

So kind and thoughtful! The perfect amount of nurturing and go getter attitude that I need in a therapist.

Written on Mar 16, 2023 after therapy with Ariela for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Ms. Arielle is professional, kind, and supportive . She is an active listener. She has a genuine desire for her clients to succeed.

Written on Mar 07, 2023 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Ariela has been very understanding, patient and honest with us. She really had helped us to understand what out root problems are. She's very wonderful to talk to.

Written on Dec 03, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Ariela has been so understanding and supportive. She has helped me through a really dark time. I don't know what I would of done without her.

Written on Nov 04, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

She is the very best therapist I have ever spoke to. She listens and understands my thinking and how I feel. There is never any judgment no matter my issues and how overwhelming they may be. Definitely recommend her 1000%

Written on Oct 06, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

So far she’s pretty great.

Written on Sep 25, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 1 month on issues concerning depression, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Incredible therapist, couldn't imagine having a different therapist!

Written on Sep 21, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She's genuine, absolutely genuine. Gave me perspectives that I never thought about it before. Made me comfortable and was patient as can be with me. She's all you would want in a therapist and even more.

Written on Sep 19, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

She is absolutely wonderful. She listens to my worries and grief, gives options and helps guide me to a better direction on where I can express my feelings while I'm coping with my loss

Written on Sep 16, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Ariela is a very kind and compassionate person. She is a great listener and very patient. She is very easy to talk to and really makes you feel supported. This is more then just a job for her, she truly cares about helping you. She’s so sweet and I truly appreciate her dedication to helping me.

Written on Sep 02, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Excellent

Written on Aug 31, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Best therapist ever!

Written on Aug 25, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 4 months on issues concerning relationship

Ariela Weston was a wonderful therapist for my husband and I when we needed marriage counseling. I now have my children seeing her individually for counseling needs to help them through issues and she's still wonderful!

Written on Aug 19, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks

She is very helpful. She quickly identifies your needs and puts a plan in place to help you.

Written on Aug 17, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks

She's a fantastic therapist, I could not recommend her more highly.

Written on Jun 27, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Ariela is a great couple’s therapist! She’s hit all the main struggles in our relationship and has helped us move forward and continually helps us make it work!

Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Ariela is a great therapist. She instantly made me feel much better and helps me actively work towards my goals!

Written on May 07, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Ariela is absolutely amazing and has truly changed my life for the better!

Written on Mar 23, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

She listens and has great feedback.

Written on Mar 17, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and sleeping disorders

Ariela has provided me with amazing advice and support. She continues to check in on me which is so appreciated

Written on Mar 12, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Weston is a great listener, I feel like she understands me. I felt better after each session.

Written on Mar 08, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Ariela is extremely easy to talk to. She doesnt judge and she gives my partner and I good advice. I feel confident that she will help us get through the bumps that we’ve been hitting.

Written on Mar 08, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

This therapist is beyond amazing and has gone the extra mile to reach out and help me non stop! She’s is vigilant in keeping close contact and helping assist to move forward the best way possible. I could not give a more glowing review if I tried. She is amazing! 20/10 would recommend ❤️

Written on Mar 07, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties

I was extremely skeptical about teencounseling.com at first but Ariela has been nothing short of perfect! She is super knowledgeable, professional, understanding, and honest(a quality I think every therapist should aspire to demonstrate. I would 100% recommend Ariela to a friend (but not taking away my time) ha!

Written on Mar 06, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Honestly, after my previous experience with a different therapist I had doubts about therapy in general. Ariela, however, is awesome! She's like talking to a close friend. There's no judgement, no intimidation, she is understanding, direct yet genuinely caring, and overall a joy to talk to. I'm really, really glad that I have counseling a second chance and even more glad that I met Ariela.

Written on Feb 23, 2022 after therapy with Ariela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd

Ariel’s is such a wonderful person! She’s listens and provides great ways to help obtain goals. She truly believes in what she is doing and helping out those in her charge. I’m grateful she’s part of my support network.

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