About me

Hello! Having raised 4 daughters and 2 sons, and having 14 grandchildren does not make me an expert on teens! But I have watched children grow through the most difficult time of life, and I tell all of my teenagers, that being a teenager is the toughest job in America. But it can be done successfully, as I see daily in my office, since about one half of my clients are teens and children. I receive weekly referrals from numerous pediatricians with whom I have worked with years and consult with them on client needs, both medically and emotionally.
Why would you share with me, a stranger who you have never met? Because everything you share is confidential; I won't be there at the family table, reunion or at the church service, with you wondering if I've told someone else in the room about your concerns. This is your room and you are in charge; together, we can find the solutions that I know are there. My role is not to criticize, lecture or impose on you my viewpoints. My role is to help you find what is best for you.
Hope to see you soon.


Specialties

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

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 15

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

LA LPC 3768


Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Curtis Spears. 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 Apr 14, 2024 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

My first session with Dr. Curtis was terrific, and it proved to me that he was the right person for the job to help me with this transition in my life.

Written on Mar 08, 2024 after therapy with Curtis for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, coaching, and compassion fatigue

He's the best, and I couldn't recommend him more.

Written on Mar 04, 2024 after therapy with Curtis for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Curtis has amazing insight and wisdom from his years of experience. He understood my situation and was able to advise and counsel me when I could hardly explain things myself. He provides a perfect balance between listening, guiding through questions, and giving helpful feedback and advise. Best therapist I’ve seen in years if not ever!!

Written on Jan 21, 2024 after therapy with Curtis for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

Curtis is the best.

Written on Jan 20, 2024 after therapy with Curtis for 5 months on issues concerning depression

He is nonjudgmental and access to video sessions is good. I feel that my therapy has advanced and I see much broader views.

Written on Jan 16, 2024 after therapy with Curtis for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Has helped me through many difficult situations in my life and has been great guiding light for both personal growth and relationship recovery.

Written on Dec 23, 2023 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar dis

Simply the BEST!!!

Written on Sep 09, 2023 after therapy with Curtis for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Great therapist. Really believe he’s helped me come a long was in my self confidence and engaging my overthinking correctly. Just know that you’re not his only client and it takes time for him to respond. If you understand that you’ll truly enjoy his uplifting and kind nature.

Written on Jun 29, 2023 after therapy with Curtis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Curtis listens well and offers workable measurable solutions. He doesn't brush over issues or just listen passively. I am very glad teencounseling.com connected me with him.

Written on May 26, 2023 after therapy with Curtis for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Great help for anxiety! He is a great listener and gives very good pointers for things you can take action on immediately to help.

Written on Apr 25, 2023 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Curtis has been of great help and makes both me and my partner feel seen and heard. Helping us find a way to navigate our relationship and our differences and difficulties.

Written on Apr 05, 2023 after therapy with Curtis for 8 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem

Curtis listens and gives wise feedback. He has a multidisciplinary professional background that really enriches the quality of his counseling. His end of the conversation guides me to self-empowerment (it's not "about him"). Grateful to work with him.

Written on Apr 03, 2023 after therapy with Curtis for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Curtis is a good listener and gives relevant insights and suggestions.

Written on Mar 06, 2023 after therapy with Curtis for 3 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, and coping with life changes

Mr Curtis has been a tremendous help identifying, my personality trates, which has made me so much more confident in who I am. He immediately picked up that the reason I signed up for therapy was not even a problem I should have been concerned about n rather highlighted where to start in focusing on building my self esteem. I’m ever so grateful for his time and his assistance.
God bless

Written on Feb 15, 2023 after therapy with Curtis for 2 months

Curtís has been a wonderful help for our teen. She enjoys his advice and he is extremely patient as she learns to open up.

Written on Feb 13, 2023 after therapy with Curtis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

I can’t rave enough about how much his viewpoints and advice has helped me tackle some of the more difficult aspects of what I’ve been going through. Expressing myself has been my biggest challenge and talking with Curtis just made it easy and helped me understand myself.

Written on Dec 30, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues

From the first session until this last session, Curtis has been very easy to open up to. In the last few months I have taken all the tools he’s given and it’s helped me so much in my daily life even for the smallest things. He has helped me find inner peace. With this peace I can allow myself to heal, move forward and reach my life goals.

Written on Dec 12, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Curtis has been very kind to both my partner and I. We enjoy listening to his wisdom and his stories and he makes us feel less alone when it comes to feeling anxiety and doubts in relationships. I would definitely recommend Curtis to others.

Written on Nov 27, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties

He listens well, gives great encouragement, advice, and good strategies for success. I would recommend him to anyone. He is responsive and caring.

Written on Nov 09, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

He is so amazing, very kind and thoughtful and easy to talk to, offering some great advice

Written on Oct 29, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 10 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and adhd

Amazing insight and easy to talk to.

Written on Aug 26, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd

Friendly, intelligent, thoughtful, considerate and knowledgeable. Both a pleasure and a great help.

Written on Aug 19, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues

Honest, empathetic, patient, kind. Curtis is a pleasure to work with.

Written on Jul 30, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

He listens and provides/shares first hand experiences

Written on Apr 25, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes

I enjoy working with Curtis because he listens carefully, addresses each topic I bring up, and uses real-life examples and references to support the needs I have. After each session he always sends me something to read or refer to, which I really like. I leave each session feeling joyful, having actions I can apply, and ready to move forward in the best way possible.

Written on Mar 30, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 7 months on issues concerning depression, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Curtis is great!

Written on Jan 02, 2022 after therapy with Curtis for 1 month on issues concerning self esteem, trauma and abuse, and addictions

I am extremely pleased to have met Curtis. Sessions with him have always been illumunating, helpful and encouraging. His sage experience in life is a fountain of knowledge, insight and sound advice. I highly recommend his as your therapist.

Written on Dec 24, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and anger management

He is experienced and a very good listener.

Written on Dec 07, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and anger management

Curtis is very patient, understanding, empathetic. He gave me a lot of valuable guidance and information for me to go on work on myself, I really appreciate his help!

Written on Nov 02, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

He is great, I feel confident talking to him.

Written on Nov 01, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 5 months

Curtis Spears is an incredible counselor! He listens to your concerns, addresses them, and makes you feel comfortable talking with him about them. He is very knowledgeable and has many resources to share. I am thankful we were paired with him and if we need to use this service again, we will be requesting him. I can't thank him enough for all he's done!

Written on Nov 01, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

Curtis has been fantastic, very insightful and allow you to go at your own pace. I would recommend him to others looking for therapy.

Written on Oct 30, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd

Curtis has been a beacon of hope in one of the darkest seasons of my life. I truly value his wisdom, his guidance, and his listening abilities and would recommend him to anyone needing some help.

Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts

Curtis has been bery supportive.

Written on Oct 01, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues

Wise, understanding, and listens carefully. Excellent practical advice. Highly recommended.

Written on Sep 01, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

He has listened to all my problems and has been able to help me keep myself in the best mindset. I have no doubt that with his advice and my hard work. I will be able to live a healthier fuller life.

Written on Aug 13, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes

Curtis has been a light house in the middle of a very difficult storm. He has the capacity to listen compassionately and at the same time keep enough objectiveness to bring clarity, wisdom and guidance. His presence has been supportive and uplifting. It is wonderful when you find a professional that is not only full of wisdom and experience but also does his work with love and can also bring into it his most human dimension. Very grateful.

Written on Aug 12, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

Counselor is great but the teencounseling.com reception is poor.

Written on Jul 16, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Curtis has been extremely helpful and kind.

Written on Jul 14, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Counselor Curtis Spears is just what my wife and I need and want. He’s very knowledgeable,understanding and wise with his way of counseling. He provides us with goal setting material and encouraging daily inspirational words. I e no doubt he can help guide us to an exceptional and satisfying marriage…by helping us reset, rebuild and renew our current marriage relationship. We’re thankful,grateful and blessed to have been paired with him.

Written on Jul 12, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 1 week on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues

Curtis was very kind and open the first session. I didn’t feel coddled or like he was distracted. It was also amazing how flexible he is

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