Therapists in Illinois
Joan Costello
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Northbrook, IL 60062
My clinical practice serves children of all ages, their parents, adult singles and couples, and elders.
Psychotherapy is a search to improve the emotional balance in one's life and to adjust the "fit" between personal preferences and social circumstances. By using a variety of strategies, it is often possible to reduce emotional obstacles and to open opportunities for a more satisfying daily life. As a psychologically experienced tour guide, I use academic and practical knowledge and the client-therapist relationship to help clarify thoughts and feelings and to suggest practical "homework".
My clinical practice serves children of all ages, their parents, adult singles and couples, and elders.
Psychotherapy is a search to improve the emotional balance in one's life and to adjust the "fit" between personal preferences and social circumstances. By using a variety of strategies, it is often possible to reduce emotional obstacles and to open opportunities for a more satisfying daily life. As a psychologically experienced tour guide, I use academic and practical knowledge and the client-therapist relationship to help clarify thoughts and feelings and to suggest practical "homework".
HOPE Child and Family Counseling/Teen & Adult Tx
Counselor, MA, LCPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roscoe, IL 61073
The counselors at HOPE - Child and Family Counseling/Adolescent and Adult Therapy specialize in therapy to promote emotional healing across the lifespan. We provide an atmosphere of acceptance and hope. Our skills are grounded in interpersonal connections and current interventions in neurobiology, attachment, cognitive-behavioral, trauma, family systems, child/play therapy, drug and alcohol treatment, and more. We apply principles that treat the whole person while knowing that the body, mind, and social world can interplay with how we feel, think, and navigate through life. Locations: Roscoe, IL, Gurnee, IL, and Janesville, WI.
The counselors at HOPE - Child and Family Counseling/Adolescent and Adult Therapy specialize in therapy to promote emotional healing across the lifespan. We provide an atmosphere of acceptance and hope. Our skills are grounded in interpersonal connections and current interventions in neurobiology, attachment, cognitive-behavioral, trauma, family systems, child/play therapy, drug and alcohol treatment, and more. We apply principles that treat the whole person while knowing that the body, mind, and social world can interplay with how we feel, think, and navigate through life. Locations: Roscoe, IL, Gurnee, IL, and Janesville, WI.
Amy Coots-Smith
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Palos Heights, IL 60463
I work with children and their parents to improve relationships and recognize strength.
Human beings have amazing potential to make great change. Sometimes a person needs someone to support them in their journey. I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults, couples, and families. I provide support to parents as they encounter the constant transitions of parenthood and address their needs so they may better equip their children for the outside world. I guide children as they adapt to constant growth, teens through the various transitions of adolescence, and young adults in their push towards independence. I work with adults to attain greater emotional well-being and achievement in their lives.
I work with children and their parents to improve relationships and recognize strength.
Human beings have amazing potential to make great change. Sometimes a person needs someone to support them in their journey. I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults, couples, and families. I provide support to parents as they encounter the constant transitions of parenthood and address their needs so they may better equip their children for the outside world. I guide children as they adapt to constant growth, teens through the various transitions of adolescence, and young adults in their push towards independence. I work with adults to attain greater emotional well-being and achievement in their lives.
Mashana Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Northbrook, IL 60062 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience with children and families through my long history of therapy and consultation with school systems, child welfare and social services.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I work with adolescents, young adults and adults in individual, family, and couples therapy. For the past 25 years, I have committed myself to improving the mental health and well-being of children, teens, families and couples. I firmly believe that we are all able to move beyond merely surviving in our lives; with the right support, we are able to transition into a state of thriving. I look forward to providing tools and support for long-term growth and change to your and/or your family.
I have extensive experience with children and families through my long history of therapy and consultation with school systems, child welfare and social services.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I work with adolescents, young adults and adults in individual, family, and couples therapy. For the past 25 years, I have committed myself to improving the mental health and well-being of children, teens, families and couples. I firmly believe that we are all able to move beyond merely surviving in our lives; with the right support, we are able to transition into a state of thriving. I look forward to providing tools and support for long-term growth and change to your and/or your family.
Paul Shawler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62903
Parenting doesn't come with a manual; raising children and adolescents often raises many questions. Whether you have a child who isn't talking or you keep getting calls from school about concerns about their behavior - treatment can support you in your role of raising you child. As parents, sometimes you may want to pull your hair out or you feel like others don't understand. You may benefit from coming in and learning ways to manage stress, help your child with coping skills, and find the life you'd like to be living. Psychological services are designed around your well-being, you aren't crazy - life is just sometimes hard.
Parenting doesn't come with a manual; raising children and adolescents often raises many questions. Whether you have a child who isn't talking or you keep getting calls from school about concerns about their behavior - treatment can support you in your role of raising you child. As parents, sometimes you may want to pull your hair out or you feel like others don't understand. You may benefit from coming in and learning ways to manage stress, help your child with coping skills, and find the life you'd like to be living. Psychological services are designed around your well-being, you aren't crazy - life is just sometimes hard.
Kristin Beckstrom Radcliffe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
O Fallon, IL 62269
Waitlist for new clients
After many years in multiple different employs within social work, I have settled in to a love for helping children, adolescents and young adults cope with life's stressors. I am equipped with individual and small group space and accepting new clients. I utilize several evidence based therapies, including, but not limited to cognitive behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness CBT, and Strengths based.
After many years in multiple different employs within social work, I have settled in to a love for helping children, adolescents and young adults cope with life's stressors. I am equipped with individual and small group space and accepting new clients. I utilize several evidence based therapies, including, but not limited to cognitive behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness CBT, and Strengths based.
Devorah Sarah
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618
I have dedicated my practice to supporting children and families impacted by conflict, developmental, neurological, and relational issues. I have a great love and unique gifts working with young children - toddlers through 8-year-olds. Throughout therapy, I provide a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore issues, work through trauma, challenging situations, and relationships. My approach is joyful, nurturing, creative, caring, and playful.
I have dedicated my practice to supporting children and families impacted by conflict, developmental, neurological, and relational issues. I have a great love and unique gifts working with young children - toddlers through 8-year-olds. Throughout therapy, I provide a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore issues, work through trauma, challenging situations, and relationships. My approach is joyful, nurturing, creative, caring, and playful.
Erin Gelke
LSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
I am a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Illinois, and I am also a trained EMDR therapist. I am experienced working with children, teens, and adults who are seeking counseling for a wide range of emotional and life experiences. I particularly enjoying working with children and teens. I am comfortable with and supportive of individuals who are on the spectrum or neuro divergent. I am driven to work with individuals who have experienced trauma of any kind, and I am particularly called to work with Police Officers, Medical Personnel, or other First Responders who are highly impacted by what they experience at work.
I am a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Illinois, and I am also a trained EMDR therapist. I am experienced working with children, teens, and adults who are seeking counseling for a wide range of emotional and life experiences. I particularly enjoying working with children and teens. I am comfortable with and supportive of individuals who are on the spectrum or neuro divergent. I am driven to work with individuals who have experienced trauma of any kind, and I am particularly called to work with Police Officers, Medical Personnel, or other First Responders who are highly impacted by what they experience at work.
Inspire Therapy Services LLC
Counselor, LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crest Hill, IL 60403
Traumatic experiences, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Problems, Child Concerns, Grief and Loss. There are so many things that can affect your mental health and daily life. There is help and you don't have to navigate these problems by yourself. The therapists at Inspire welcome you to start or continue on your path with the needs that matter most to you. Starting by meeting you where you are at, the therapists at Inspire will then create a plan with you to address the challenges you are facing. Working together towards your goals will help you live the life that you want and need!
Traumatic experiences, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Problems, Child Concerns, Grief and Loss. There are so many things that can affect your mental health and daily life. There is help and you don't have to navigate these problems by yourself. The therapists at Inspire welcome you to start or continue on your path with the needs that matter most to you. Starting by meeting you where you are at, the therapists at Inspire will then create a plan with you to address the challenges you are facing. Working together towards your goals will help you live the life that you want and need!
Sue Francimore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS
Verified Verified
New Lenox, IL 60451
Are you worried about your child or adolescent? Do they need help learning skills to better help them manage anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, depression, or family changes, including divorce/ separation or grief/ loss? Do they need help to better emotionally regulate or develop social skills or other useful skills? Do you wish they felt better about themselves, were more mindful and focused, or could just cope better with life? I have 17 years experience in private practice and schools, much of it in the Lincoln-Way, Sandburg, and surrounding communities. I absolutely love working with kids and their families!
Are you worried about your child or adolescent? Do they need help learning skills to better help them manage anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, depression, or family changes, including divorce/ separation or grief/ loss? Do they need help to better emotionally regulate or develop social skills or other useful skills? Do you wish they felt better about themselves, were more mindful and focused, or could just cope better with life? I have 17 years experience in private practice and schools, much of it in the Lincoln-Way, Sandburg, and surrounding communities. I absolutely love working with kids and their families!
Michael J Athans
Psychologist, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
Park Ridge, IL 60068
We are a multi-specialty group of doctoral level Licensed Clinical Psychologists and more recently, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists. We work with children, adolescents, adults, and families of all ages. We are interested in empowering and reinforcing a person's strengths, rather than focusing on their negative qualities. As such, positive coping skills and the concept of Health Psychology is important. Proper nutrition, exercise, and a healthy mind is important in finding balance and happiness in one's life. We try to understand and appreciate maladaptive patterns and help focus our clients in participating in healthy patterns and outcomes.
We are a multi-specialty group of doctoral level Licensed Clinical Psychologists and more recently, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists. We work with children, adolescents, adults, and families of all ages. We are interested in empowering and reinforcing a person's strengths, rather than focusing on their negative qualities. As such, positive coping skills and the concept of Health Psychology is important. Proper nutrition, exercise, and a healthy mind is important in finding balance and happiness in one's life. We try to understand and appreciate maladaptive patterns and help focus our clients in participating in healthy patterns and outcomes.
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Monica Cherry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
Monica Cherry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Masters of Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She specializes in child and adolescent behavioral issues including coping skills, depression, and suicide-ideation. She also has extensive experience working with people on the spectrum, Mood and Thinking Disorders as well as Psychotic Disorders and medication management. She works with individuals and families and her treatment approach includes: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems.
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Lauren Moring
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60607 (Online Only)
Do you have a child or teenager that is displaying difficult behaviors or moods at school or home? Have they experienced some adverse event/s such as abuse, trauma, or loss of a loved one? A loss of interest in things they once enjoyed? Are they lacking in relational supports or friendship with same-aged peers? I have worked in the Chicago school system for four years and specialize in working with children and adolescents who need support to work through symptoms that stem from previous hardships, improve communication and emotional regulation, and to promote optimal mental health.
Do you have a child or teenager that is displaying difficult behaviors or moods at school or home? Have they experienced some adverse event/s such as abuse, trauma, or loss of a loved one? A loss of interest in things they once enjoyed? Are they lacking in relational supports or friendship with same-aged peers? I have worked in the Chicago school system for four years and specialize in working with children and adolescents who need support to work through symptoms that stem from previous hardships, improve communication and emotional regulation, and to promote optimal mental health.
Sarah Carollo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wilmette, IL 60091
Since 2017 I have worked with children, adolescents and adults with a special focus in trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and disordered eating. Whether you are seeking therapy for a specific problem, undesired pattern, or relationship discord, I strive to create a therapeutic alliance with you to promote positive change. I have specialized training in FBT (Family Based Treatment) for eating disorders and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). If working with a child/adolescent, I believe in bridging the therapy space to the home, and will closely collaborate with caregivers to enhance therapeutic progress.
Since 2017 I have worked with children, adolescents and adults with a special focus in trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and disordered eating. Whether you are seeking therapy for a specific problem, undesired pattern, or relationship discord, I strive to create a therapeutic alliance with you to promote positive change. I have specialized training in FBT (Family Based Treatment) for eating disorders and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). If working with a child/adolescent, I believe in bridging the therapy space to the home, and will closely collaborate with caregivers to enhance therapeutic progress.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Matteson, IL 60443
Do you realize the importance of taking care of yourself and seeking support for dealing with life’s stressors is vital to ensuring you live as the best version of yourself? I have worked with people in this capacity for the past 12 years. My background includes working with children, couples and families in DCFS care, in a private setting, and in a school setting. I personally believe all people desire to be healed and whole, but we sometimes lack the tools to manifest our desires. Allow me to walk alongside you on your journey to healing and health to ensure you reach your full potential and see your desires fully manifest.
Do you realize the importance of taking care of yourself and seeking support for dealing with life’s stressors is vital to ensuring you live as the best version of yourself? I have worked with people in this capacity for the past 12 years. My background includes working with children, couples and families in DCFS care, in a private setting, and in a school setting. I personally believe all people desire to be healed and whole, but we sometimes lack the tools to manifest our desires. Allow me to walk alongside you on your journey to healing and health to ensure you reach your full potential and see your desires fully manifest.
Chancie Levesque
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
When working with children I utilize my training in Theraplay and play therapy techniques which support social emotional development by allowing children to express emotion, improve communication, and problem solve.
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step" Lao TzuI..........You have just taken that first step! Asking for help can be very difficult but it is something that we all need at various stages of life and I am here to guide you in whatever stage you are in. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have many years of experience providing treatment to children, adolescents, and adults. I have worked in various settings from schools to residential facilities. I also have several years of experience providing therapy to couples which has become a passion of mine.
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Maggie Slavich
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Palatine, IL 60067
I am able to integrate a number of therapeutic interventions with an overall focus on client-centered and child-centered therapy.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages including geriatrics. The majority of my experience has been with children and adolescents with emotional disorders, behavioral disorders, autism, and PANS/ PANDAS. I have experience working with individuals with traumatic stress. I am effective at helping individuals cope with major and minor life stresses. I perform diagnostic evaluations for individuals of all ages including cognitive, emotional, and personality assessment that can be used to inform therapeutic intervention and gain resources outside of therapy. I am passionate about helping individuals of diverse backgrounds.
I am able to integrate a number of therapeutic interventions with an overall focus on client-centered and child-centered therapy.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages including geriatrics. The majority of my experience has been with children and adolescents with emotional disorders, behavioral disorders, autism, and PANS/ PANDAS. I have experience working with individuals with traumatic stress. I am effective at helping individuals cope with major and minor life stresses. I perform diagnostic evaluations for individuals of all ages including cognitive, emotional, and personality assessment that can be used to inform therapeutic intervention and gain resources outside of therapy. I am passionate about helping individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Sarah A. Schroeder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Evanston, IL 60201 (Online Only)
I earned my bachelors of science in psychology from the University of Arizona, my masters of science in child development from Erikson Institute, and my master’s in social work with a specialization in mental health and clinical concentration in children and families from Loyola University Chicago.
It's important that you find a therapist that is a right fit for you. I strive to create a safe holding environment where clients feel understood and encouraged to take their next step. I utilize a developmental framework and family systems approach, while viewing each client as a unique individual. I specialize in working with young children and families, providing individual, family, couples, and group treatment.
I earned my bachelors of science in psychology from the University of Arizona, my masters of science in child development from Erikson Institute, and my master’s in social work with a specialization in mental health and clinical concentration in children and families from Loyola University Chicago.
It's important that you find a therapist that is a right fit for you. I strive to create a safe holding environment where clients feel understood and encouraged to take their next step. I utilize a developmental framework and family systems approach, while viewing each client as a unique individual. I specialize in working with young children and families, providing individual, family, couples, and group treatment.
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Psychologist
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60563
As individuals ponder entering therapy the unspoken question is often: Am I normal? Is what I, my child, my family going through normal? the answer to that question both compels people to come to therapy and also keeps people from walking through the door out of fear of what they may find.
As individuals ponder entering therapy the unspoken question is often: Am I normal? Is what I, my child, my family going through normal? the answer to that question both compels people to come to therapy and also keeps people from walking through the door out of fear of what they may find.
Tom Malia
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
I offer testing services to help you better understand yourself or your child and connect you to resources that will be most helpful.
I am a clinical psychologist focused on helping kids, teens, and families navigate challenges related to ADHD, social relationships, difficult emotions, and stress. I believe that with the right supportive environment of empathy, patience, and guidance, we can all grow through these challenges and emerge stronger than before. I offer therapy and testing services to facilitate this process of growth. I am currently providing these services remotely through telehealth, and I am able to offer remote testing for some presenting concerns, such as ADHD, emotional functioning, and disruptive behaviors.
I offer testing services to help you better understand yourself or your child and connect you to resources that will be most helpful.
I am a clinical psychologist focused on helping kids, teens, and families navigate challenges related to ADHD, social relationships, difficult emotions, and stress. I believe that with the right supportive environment of empathy, patience, and guidance, we can all grow through these challenges and emerge stronger than before. I offer therapy and testing services to facilitate this process of growth. I am currently providing these services remotely through telehealth, and I am able to offer remote testing for some presenting concerns, such as ADHD, emotional functioning, and disruptive behaviors.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Illinois provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Illinois build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Illinois build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.