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Click Here to Schedule A Consultation, Refer a Teen, Or Obtain information for Yourself or Someone E

Click Here to Schedule A Consultation, Refer a Teen, Or Obtain information for Yourself or Someone E

Click Here to Schedule A Consultation, Refer a Teen, Or Obtain information for Yourself or Someone E

Click Here to Schedule A Consultation, Refer a Teen, Or Obtain information for Yourself or Someone E

Teen Counseling in Northeast Pennsylvania

NextGen Counseling provides specialized substance use treatment and problem gaming/gambling treatment for adolescents and teens in Northeast Pennsylvania. Our programs help young people navigate addiction, social pressures, and digital-age stress in a supportive, youth-focused environment.


Serving families across Lackawanna County, Luzerne County, Susquehanna County, and Wyoming County, NextGen Counseling offers evidence-based outpatient therapy, group counseling, and recovery support designed specifically for teens.


Our goal is simple: help teens build resilience, confidence, and healthy futures.

Teen Counseling That Understands Today’s Adolescents

Today's teens face challenges previous generations never experienced

Let's face it... today's parents didn't grow up with social media pressure, online gambling and gaming risks, academic stress, and increased exposure to drugs and alcohol.


NextGen Counseling was created to meet these challenges with modern, developmentally appropriate treatment for adolescents.


Our clinicians specialize in helping teens with:


  • Substance use and early addiction
  • Teen vaping, alcohol, and drug use
  • Gaming and screen addiction
  • Teen gambling issues
  • School stress and behavioral concerns
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Family conflict and communication challenges
  • Social pressure and self-esteem issues


By focusing exclusively on adolescents, we've created a space where teens feel heard, respected, and supported. At NextGen Counseling Counseling, we believe that everyone deserves to live a happy and fulfilling life. Our team of experienced counselors are dedicated to helping you overcome the challenges that are holding you or your teen back, and guiding youths towards a brighter future. 

Specialized Teen Addiction Treatment

 

NextGen Counseling offers outpatient addiction treatment for adolescents using evidence-based approaches aligned with ASAM Level 1.0 care standards.


Our program helps teens address:


  • Alcohol use
  • Marijuana and THC use
  • Vaping and nicotine addiction
  • Prescription drug misuse
  • Problem gaming / gambling
  • Emerging substance use concerns


Treatment focuses on early intervention, skill building, and long-term resilience so teens can make healthier decisions before problems escalate.

Teen Therapy Services

Individual Teen Therapy

Individual Teen Therapy

Individual Teen Therapy

One-on-one counseling that helps teens develop coping skills, emotional regulation, and healthy decision-making.

Teen Group Counseling

Individual Teen Therapy

Individual Teen Therapy

Peer-based therapy groups (2 - 10 teens) helping teens build connection, practice social skills, and learn from others facing similar life changing goals. 

Family Support

Early Intervention Screening

Early Intervention Screening

We work with parents and guardians to strengthen communication, improve family dynamics, and support teen recovery. 

Early Intervention Screening

Early Intervention Screening

Early Intervention Screening

Our adolescent screening tools help identify substance use and other behavioral health concerns early, when intervention can be most effective. 

Local Teen Counseling For Northeast Pennnsylvania Families

 

NextGen Counseling proudly serves teens and families throughout Northeast Pennsylvania, including:


  • Scranton
  • Dunmore
  • Mid Valley
  • Clarks Summit
  • Pittston
  • Wilkes-Barre
  • Carbondale
  • Archbald
  • Old Forge
  • Honesdale
  • Tunkhannock


We partner with schools, pediatricians, SAP teams, and community organizations to make behavioral health support accessible for teens across the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at hello@pateensrecover.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Teens should see a counselor when they experience persistent anxiety, depression, behavioral changes, substance use concerns, or difficulty coping with school, family, or social stress. The cost of a counseling session at NextGen Counseling is usually covered by insurance. Contact us today to verify your benefits.


Common signs include changes in behavior, declining school performance, secrecy, mood swings, vaping or substance use, and withdrawing from family or activities. 


Yes. NextGen Counseling provides early intervention and outpatient treatment for teen substance use and addiction, helping adolescents develop healthier coping strategies. 


When available and appripriate, family involvement can be an important part of treatment. NextGen Counseling works with parents and guardians to strengthen communication and support teen recovery. 


Yes. Whether we are in-network or out-of-network with your insurance provider, we will work with clients and families to obtain payment for our services. In addition to commercial insurance, we are an in-network provider with Community Care Behavioral Health, we accept medicaid insured clients. 


Yes. NextGen Counseling is a PA PROMISe enrolled provider, and an in-network provider with Community Care Behavioral Health - NE. Actively enrolled and eligible CCBH managed medicaid members from Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties can obtain our services.  


Looking for something more specific?

 

Everyone who visits NextGen Counseling shares the same goal — helping teens thrive. Whether you're a parent, educator, healthcare professional, or community partner, we provide resources designed to help you support adolescents & teens.


Choose the path that best fits your role to learn more about teen counseling, teen support, and early intervention services in Northeast Pennsylvania.

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Behavioral Health Services Designed for You(ths)

Our Substance Use Treatment Services

 Curious about our programs? See how we help support teens in their journey to recovery and a healthier future. 

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Our Gaming / Gambling Treatment Services

Curious about teen gaming or gambling? See how we help teens put down the controller, and take control? 

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NextGen Counseling

1332 Main St, Dickson City, PA 18519

570-397-0285

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