Therapists in Illinois
Ashwini Krishnakumar
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60640
I am passionate about providing counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working with diverse cultural backgrounds, all sexual orientations and gender, and advocating for clients. I use an integrative treatment pulling from Humanistic, Systems, Trauma-Informed, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while incorporating expressive therapy techniques for individual clients. For couples therapy, I use the Emotionally Focused Couples therapy techniques to help couples understand and dismantle unhealth conflict cycles.
I am passionate about providing counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working with diverse cultural backgrounds, all sexual orientations and gender, and advocating for clients. I use an integrative treatment pulling from Humanistic, Systems, Trauma-Informed, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while incorporating expressive therapy techniques for individual clients. For couples therapy, I use the Emotionally Focused Couples therapy techniques to help couples understand and dismantle unhealth conflict cycles.
Chicago Mind Solutions
Psychologist, PsyD, BCN
Verified Verified
Northbrook, IL 60062
Most of my work is assessment and therapy. I love working with children and their families where the family dynamics may be creating some stress within the family system. I enjoy the process of getting children and families engaged in therapy and working together to identify the values of the children and their families. Clients who are looking to strengthen their family bonds and develop their family unit are some of my favorite things to work on. Much of my interest and experience has been around bullying and trauma, and I greatly enjoy being a part of the growth my clients make while addressing these issues.
Most of my work is assessment and therapy. I love working with children and their families where the family dynamics may be creating some stress within the family system. I enjoy the process of getting children and families engaged in therapy and working together to identify the values of the children and their families. Clients who are looking to strengthen their family bonds and develop their family unit are some of my favorite things to work on. Much of my interest and experience has been around bullying and trauma, and I greatly enjoy being a part of the growth my clients make while addressing these issues.
Gregory Franklin Jenkins
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Normal, IL 61761
Greg specializes in trauma-focused therapy for children ages 5 & up, adolescents, and adults. For those who have experienced childhood trauma, relational trauma, or complex trauma, life often feels overwhelming. Their sense of self, relationships, & view of the past, present, & future become rocky at best. As a result many trauma survivors live in chronic state of anxiety, depression, numbness, fatigue, burn out & suffer from illness. In addition to trauma survivors, Greg works closely with children, teens, young adults, & adoptive families struggling with depression, anxiety, dissociation, mood disorders, behavioral issues & more.
Greg specializes in trauma-focused therapy for children ages 5 & up, adolescents, and adults. For those who have experienced childhood trauma, relational trauma, or complex trauma, life often feels overwhelming. Their sense of self, relationships, & view of the past, present, & future become rocky at best. As a result many trauma survivors live in chronic state of anxiety, depression, numbness, fatigue, burn out & suffer from illness. In addition to trauma survivors, Greg works closely with children, teens, young adults, & adoptive families struggling with depression, anxiety, dissociation, mood disorders, behavioral issues & more.
Dr. Shanyta Russell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604 (Online Only)
As a psychologist & social worker, I have 20+ years of experience providing direct clinical services to children, families & adults.
Browsing through this site is a choice. I congratulate you for taking this step towards finding the support you need and deserve. Life can really be tough; full of twists and turns which may lead to obstacles that are difficult to overcome alone. Sometimes, we may feel stuck, numb and just like we are going through the motions. If you feel like you are on autopilot and want to make positive changes in your thoughts, feelings and actions, you are already headed in right direction! I believe that building trust & listening are key components to therapy. As your therapist, I will provide a warm, safe, nonjudgmental & supportive space.
As a psychologist & social worker, I have 20+ years of experience providing direct clinical services to children, families & adults.
Browsing through this site is a choice. I congratulate you for taking this step towards finding the support you need and deserve. Life can really be tough; full of twists and turns which may lead to obstacles that are difficult to overcome alone. Sometimes, we may feel stuck, numb and just like we are going through the motions. If you feel like you are on autopilot and want to make positive changes in your thoughts, feelings and actions, you are already headed in right direction! I believe that building trust & listening are key components to therapy. As your therapist, I will provide a warm, safe, nonjudgmental & supportive space.
Colleen Kay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Hi there! I primarily work with child, teens, and adults population. I encourage my clients to explore how their issues stem could stem from a combination of family dynamics, subconscious beliefs, and personal patterns in order to create positive changes. My approach to therapy is compassionate, strengths-based, and non-judgmental. I create a supportive, safe space for clients to feel comfortable discussing their experiences. My goal is to help my clients gain insight into their emotions and behaviors, explore the root of their experiences, and feel empowered to overcome obstacles and work toward their goals
Hi there! I primarily work with child, teens, and adults population. I encourage my clients to explore how their issues stem could stem from a combination of family dynamics, subconscious beliefs, and personal patterns in order to create positive changes. My approach to therapy is compassionate, strengths-based, and non-judgmental. I create a supportive, safe space for clients to feel comfortable discussing their experiences. My goal is to help my clients gain insight into their emotions and behaviors, explore the root of their experiences, and feel empowered to overcome obstacles and work toward their goals
Brandy Hanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, Sch Co , NCC, MBA, Hypno
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Palatine, IL 60067
As a therapist, I enjoy working with children, teens, college students, young adults, and families on a variety of presenting concerns, such as anxiety & depression, transitioning into adulthood and the world of work, parenting, finding purpose and meaning, women's issues, and infertility.
Misconception: You only see a counselor when having a full blown crisis. Truth: Daily stress, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, anger, and worry are exhausting. Misconception: You're stuck with no options. Truth: You have the ability to make important changes in your life. Misconception: Everyone should be happy everyday or something is wrong. Truth: Adversity and failure is universal. Without it, we wouldn't recognize happiness. Misconception: It seems like everyone has a better life than me, more exciting, more amazing...more everything. Truth: Not likely.
As a therapist, I enjoy working with children, teens, college students, young adults, and families on a variety of presenting concerns, such as anxiety & depression, transitioning into adulthood and the world of work, parenting, finding purpose and meaning, women's issues, and infertility.
Misconception: You only see a counselor when having a full blown crisis. Truth: Daily stress, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, anger, and worry are exhausting. Misconception: You're stuck with no options. Truth: You have the ability to make important changes in your life. Misconception: Everyone should be happy everyday or something is wrong. Truth: Adversity and failure is universal. Without it, we wouldn't recognize happiness. Misconception: It seems like everyone has a better life than me, more exciting, more amazing...more everything. Truth: Not likely.
Allie Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orland Park, IL 60462
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years experience working with Adults, Teens, Children, and Families to address a variety of issues. My specialty areas of focus are Child and Adolescents, Family Conflict, ADHD in children and adults, PTSD, Traumatic Events, Grief, Anxiety, Depression and Parenting. I am a non-traditional and creative therapist that incorporates a number of techniques and am respected in the field and by my clients for my unique and straightforward approach to engagement and treatment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years experience working with Adults, Teens, Children, and Families to address a variety of issues. My specialty areas of focus are Child and Adolescents, Family Conflict, ADHD in children and adults, PTSD, Traumatic Events, Grief, Anxiety, Depression and Parenting. I am a non-traditional and creative therapist that incorporates a number of techniques and am respected in the field and by my clients for my unique and straightforward approach to engagement and treatment.
Kelly McGee Sr
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor , MS Ed, LCPC
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477 (Online Only)
My areas of experience range from Parenting, Children/Teens, Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, Grief/Loss, Anger, Guilt, Addictions, Mental Disorders, Trauma and Violence, to Abuse, Neglect and Abandonment issues, Family Problems, Pre-Marital, Marital Problems, Divorce, Remarriage, Financial, Vocational, and Self-Esteem issues.
At some point in our lives we will experience emotional and psychological distress. Most people will try to avoid or go through their distress without seeking help. People choose to do this because they are not sure how therapy will help them. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative, co-creative process between the client and therapist. If you or your family have been experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or just going through difficult times, please allow me to support and guide you in the healing process. Together, we can face and overcome life's stressors! Evening hours are available!
My areas of experience range from Parenting, Children/Teens, Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, Grief/Loss, Anger, Guilt, Addictions, Mental Disorders, Trauma and Violence, to Abuse, Neglect and Abandonment issues, Family Problems, Pre-Marital, Marital Problems, Divorce, Remarriage, Financial, Vocational, and Self-Esteem issues.
At some point in our lives we will experience emotional and psychological distress. Most people will try to avoid or go through their distress without seeking help. People choose to do this because they are not sure how therapy will help them. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative, co-creative process between the client and therapist. If you or your family have been experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or just going through difficult times, please allow me to support and guide you in the healing process. Together, we can face and overcome life's stressors! Evening hours are available!
Samantha Chiariello
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Sometimes the only way out is through. I help overwhelmed children, teens, adults, and parents overcome daily life struggles. I offer in-person and telehealth options to treat anxiety, OCD, depression, and inattention for clients of all ages. College students and out-of-state travelers may continue telehealth while they are staying in eligible states. I also offer more flexible scheduling options to meet the needs of business professionals, healthcare providers, school faculty and students.
Sometimes the only way out is through. I help overwhelmed children, teens, adults, and parents overcome daily life struggles. I offer in-person and telehealth options to treat anxiety, OCD, depression, and inattention for clients of all ages. College students and out-of-state travelers may continue telehealth while they are staying in eligible states. I also offer more flexible scheduling options to meet the needs of business professionals, healthcare providers, school faculty and students.
Charles A Vorderer
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
I enjoy working with all my clients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a myriad of issues. I have a particular expertise and understanding working with trauma issues. I have 15 years of police experience that allows me to better understand the needs of the service professionals (police, fire, nurses, military, etc.) clients and their families and how best to help them in a compassionate and caring way. The needs of these individuals can be unique. From substance abuse and anger control to depression and suicidal ideation, the stressors of these individuals require an understanding and knowledge, which I have.
I enjoy working with all my clients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a myriad of issues. I have a particular expertise and understanding working with trauma issues. I have 15 years of police experience that allows me to better understand the needs of the service professionals (police, fire, nurses, military, etc.) clients and their families and how best to help them in a compassionate and caring way. The needs of these individuals can be unique. From substance abuse and anger control to depression and suicidal ideation, the stressors of these individuals require an understanding and knowledge, which I have.
CC Wellness Solutions
Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
Brookfield, IL 60513 (Online Only)
Are you or your adolescent/young adult child going through a major life transition and finding it challenging to move forward? Maybe you are simply feeling stuck, like you lost your road map? I am here to help you find that map and guide you on your healing journey. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, and simply helping you navigate through life’s sometimes rocky terrain. In order to regain your footing, we will work together to identify root causes, roadblocks, and sources of stress and/or fear that can stop you in your path and hinder your progress.
Are you or your adolescent/young adult child going through a major life transition and finding it challenging to move forward? Maybe you are simply feeling stuck, like you lost your road map? I am here to help you find that map and guide you on your healing journey. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, and simply helping you navigate through life’s sometimes rocky terrain. In order to regain your footing, we will work together to identify root causes, roadblocks, and sources of stress and/or fear that can stop you in your path and hinder your progress.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60655
I operate from an umbrella of Rogerian (person-centered) therapy in which I utilize Integrated Existential for adults/adolescents and Nondirective Play Therapy for children.
“Everybody needs somebody…” Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (IL) and a National Certified Counselor (2023). I have just moved to Chicago and am excited to build my caseload at Begin Within Therapy Inc. I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Holy Cross New Orleans, LA, while simultaneously studying nondirective play therapy at Loyola University New Orleans, LA. I have a background in telehealth, individuals in-person, and group counseling. While serving the city of New Orleans, my clients were primarily middle-schoolers, first responders, and dual-diagnosis chemical dependents.
I operate from an umbrella of Rogerian (person-centered) therapy in which I utilize Integrated Existential for adults/adolescents and Nondirective Play Therapy for children.
“Everybody needs somebody…” Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (IL) and a National Certified Counselor (2023). I have just moved to Chicago and am excited to build my caseload at Begin Within Therapy Inc. I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Holy Cross New Orleans, LA, while simultaneously studying nondirective play therapy at Loyola University New Orleans, LA. I have a background in telehealth, individuals in-person, and group counseling. While serving the city of New Orleans, my clients were primarily middle-schoolers, first responders, and dual-diagnosis chemical dependents.
Emma Lorimor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
In her practice, Emma utilizes Dialectical Behavior Therapy with most clients; she is also trained and experienced in Play Therapy for children and adolescents, and has interest in expanding her skill to Theraplay (Play Therapy over a Telehealth/internet session). She specializes in working with individuals who have been affected by foster care or adoption and have concerns with attachment issues, transplant issues, coping and adjustment issues, and family systems.
In her practice, Emma utilizes Dialectical Behavior Therapy with most clients; she is also trained and experienced in Play Therapy for children and adolescents, and has interest in expanding her skill to Theraplay (Play Therapy over a Telehealth/internet session). She specializes in working with individuals who have been affected by foster care or adoption and have concerns with attachment issues, transplant issues, coping and adjustment issues, and family systems.
Center for Emotional Wellness of the Northwest
Counselor, CADC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
At the Center for Emotional Wellness, we are committed to helping our clients live their best life. Our team of clinicians are devoted to providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other best practices in treating diverse disorders affecting children, adolescents, and adults. We are continually working to bring the most effective and innovative techniques and approaches to our center in order to better serve the individuals and families in our community. With over 10 therapists, we will match each client with the clinician with the most appropriate style and expertise to match individual needs.
At the Center for Emotional Wellness, we are committed to helping our clients live their best life. Our team of clinicians are devoted to providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other best practices in treating diverse disorders affecting children, adolescents, and adults. We are continually working to bring the most effective and innovative techniques and approaches to our center in order to better serve the individuals and families in our community. With over 10 therapists, we will match each client with the clinician with the most appropriate style and expertise to match individual needs.
Tedd W McCauley, LCSW & Associates, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Channahon, IL 60410 (Online Only)
I am a Psychotherapist who has been in Private Practice in the Naperville and Joliet areas for the past 30 years. I have also worked in Social Work and Special Education Administration for over 20 years. I utilize a multi-eclectic approach that can include the tenets, strategies and approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Reality Therapy (RT) and Task Centered Therapy (TCT) with children, adolescents, adults and families that is client focused and task centered to assist in the accomplishment of meaningful life changes.
I am a Psychotherapist who has been in Private Practice in the Naperville and Joliet areas for the past 30 years. I have also worked in Social Work and Special Education Administration for over 20 years. I utilize a multi-eclectic approach that can include the tenets, strategies and approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Reality Therapy (RT) and Task Centered Therapy (TCT) with children, adolescents, adults and families that is client focused and task centered to assist in the accomplishment of meaningful life changes.
Dr. Princess Gabor
Counselor, EdD, LCPC , CCTP
Verified Verified
Northbrook, IL 60062
I hold a Doctorate Degree and a license as a Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). I have extensive professional experience, training, & skill supporting children & adults with concerns including relationship & family conflict, trauma, autism, intellectual disabilities, behavior issues, ADHD, & parent coaching. I worked in residential, hospitals, private practice, & in-house counseling. I facilitated group & individual supervision, parenting education, couples, groups, family, & substance use therapy. I have taught counseling courses and developed training curriculum.
I hold a Doctorate Degree and a license as a Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). I have extensive professional experience, training, & skill supporting children & adults with concerns including relationship & family conflict, trauma, autism, intellectual disabilities, behavior issues, ADHD, & parent coaching. I worked in residential, hospitals, private practice, & in-house counseling. I facilitated group & individual supervision, parenting education, couples, groups, family, & substance use therapy. I have taught counseling courses and developed training curriculum.
Jiselle Roman
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Lawn, IL 60453 (Online Only)
Welcome to a safe haven for self-discovery and growth! As a bilingual licensed counselor, I'm deeply passionate about guiding individuals through their social and emotional journeys. With over a decade of dedicated experience and a Master of Education in Counseling from Saint Xavier University, I specialize in empowering clients to align with their aspirations and find clarity amidst life's challenges. My commitment lies in creating a nurturing environment for children, adolescents, and adults from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Welcome to a safe haven for self-discovery and growth! As a bilingual licensed counselor, I'm deeply passionate about guiding individuals through their social and emotional journeys. With over a decade of dedicated experience and a Master of Education in Counseling from Saint Xavier University, I specialize in empowering clients to align with their aspirations and find clarity amidst life's challenges. My commitment lies in creating a nurturing environment for children, adolescents, and adults from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Stenzel Clinical Services, Ltd.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Wheaton, IL 60187
With offices in Wheaton, Naperville, Schaumburg, and Geneva our therapists are trained to counsel children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
We recognize how difficult it can be to seek help with mental health issues. Our goal is to meet you where you are in a supportive, encouraging way. We never use shame as a motivator. Instead we seek to provide a balance between giving you time and space to heal and challenging and encouraging you to move forward to a healthier place. We have a staff of over 40 therapists each with different specialties; we all possess the same single passion: to walk with our clients on the path of healing.
With offices in Wheaton, Naperville, Schaumburg, and Geneva our therapists are trained to counsel children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
We recognize how difficult it can be to seek help with mental health issues. Our goal is to meet you where you are in a supportive, encouraging way. We never use shame as a motivator. Instead we seek to provide a balance between giving you time and space to heal and challenging and encouraging you to move forward to a healthier place. We have a staff of over 40 therapists each with different specialties; we all possess the same single passion: to walk with our clients on the path of healing.
Latasha M Wright
Counselor, EdD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Monee, IL 60449 (Online Only)
As a licensed professional school counselor, I have worked with children in grades k-12.
Life is full of ups and downs and navigating them can be stressful. Having a professional therapist on your team can help make those issues easier to process and cope. I am here to not only help you to understand what you need to navigate but also to help create a concrete plan so when life happens, you will be equipped to handle those challenges.
As a licensed professional school counselor, I have worked with children in grades k-12.
Life is full of ups and downs and navigating them can be stressful. Having a professional therapist on your team can help make those issues easier to process and cope. I am here to not only help you to understand what you need to navigate but also to help create a concrete plan so when life happens, you will be equipped to handle those challenges.
John K. Schlesinger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Wilmette, IL 60091
I provide psychological therapy which focuses on the way that people think and behave. My practice specializes in working with children/adolescents and college/post-college adults who have problems adapting to their current life circumstances. Each person brings into treatment all their experiences, both joyous and problematic, which provides a base for the development of individualized goals and objectives.
I provide psychological therapy which focuses on the way that people think and behave. My practice specializes in working with children/adolescents and college/post-college adults who have problems adapting to their current life circumstances. Each person brings into treatment all their experiences, both joyous and problematic, which provides a base for the development of individualized goals and objectives.
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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.