Child Therapists in Chicago, IL
I work with adults, children, and teens.
Through conversation, activities, and games I help clients feel comfortable and learn how to express thoughts and feelings. Using an integrative approach, I help them develop personal goals and identify their strengths that will help them make changes in their life.
I work with adults, children, and teens.
Through conversation, activities, and games I help clients feel comfortable and learn how to express thoughts and feelings. Using an integrative approach, I help them develop personal goals and identify their strengths that will help them make changes in their life.
Danielle Zar
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
As a licensed clinical professional counselor, licensed school counselor and learning behavioral specialist, I help children and adolescents utilize healthier forms of coping and achieve inner joy.
In addition to working with children and adolescents, I specialize in parent education. I offer guidance to caregivers who are looking for coaching or support. I help parents utilize firm and empathetic limits, model ideal interactions for their children, and regulate behavior in ways that foster resiliency, self-regulation and emotional security.
As a licensed clinical professional counselor, licensed school counselor and learning behavioral specialist, I help children and adolescents utilize healthier forms of coping and achieve inner joy.
In addition to working with children and adolescents, I specialize in parent education. I offer guidance to caregivers who are looking for coaching or support. I help parents utilize firm and empathetic limits, model ideal interactions for their children, and regulate behavior in ways that foster resiliency, self-regulation and emotional security.
EmboldenYOU, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with children (11 and up), adolescents and women across the age spectrum, families, and couples.
Waitlist. Currently not accepting new clients. Email me today! You're ready, now let's get started. The process of therapy allows you to to have guidance, validation, and accountability in your journey towards a more balanced and healthy life. Don't turn back now, let today be the day that your life changes. I strive to create a comfortable and safe environment for my clients so that they can access the vulnerable parts of themselves and manifest the lives they desire.
I specialize in working with children (11 and up), adolescents and women across the age spectrum, families, and couples.
Waitlist. Currently not accepting new clients. Email me today! You're ready, now let's get started. The process of therapy allows you to to have guidance, validation, and accountability in your journey towards a more balanced and healthy life. Don't turn back now, let today be the day that your life changes. I strive to create a comfortable and safe environment for my clients so that they can access the vulnerable parts of themselves and manifest the lives they desire.
Erin Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647
I am passionate about my work as a therapist, specializing in supporting children, teenagers, young adults, & parents.
I take a holistic approach that respects each family’s unique dynamics. Through evidence-based practices & compassionate guidance, I assist parents in navigating the complexities of raising children in today’s world, cultivating a nurturing environment where the entire family can thrive.
I am passionate about my work as a therapist, specializing in supporting children, teenagers, young adults, & parents.
I take a holistic approach that respects each family’s unique dynamics. Through evidence-based practices & compassionate guidance, I assist parents in navigating the complexities of raising children in today’s world, cultivating a nurturing environment where the entire family can thrive.
I am skilled at teaching children/adults how to be more mindful instead of getting caught up in harmful, unproductive thoughts that lead to self defeating actions.
I am certified in "Interactive Guided Imagery". Guided imagery is use of the imagination or mental pictures to create change. Imagine a sunny beach and your muscles will relax. Imagery can help reduce emotional/physical symptoms including stress, anxiety, depression, and pain, as well as eliminate habits like smoking and overeating.
I am skilled at teaching children/adults how to be more mindful instead of getting caught up in harmful, unproductive thoughts that lead to self defeating actions.
I am certified in "Interactive Guided Imagery". Guided imagery is use of the imagination or mental pictures to create change. Imagine a sunny beach and your muscles will relax. Imagery can help reduce emotional/physical symptoms including stress, anxiety, depression, and pain, as well as eliminate habits like smoking and overeating.
I am passionate about providing counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Sometimes we have emotional wounds that have not healed properly, and these wounds unbalance our mind, body, and spirit. Therapy helps clean out these emotional wounds, so they can heal properly while helping the mind, body, and spirit rebalance.
I am passionate about providing counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Sometimes we have emotional wounds that have not healed properly, and these wounds unbalance our mind, body, and spirit. Therapy helps clean out these emotional wounds, so they can heal properly while helping the mind, body, and spirit rebalance.
Are you or your child experiencing sadness or irritability or struggling with worry or excessive anxiety?
I have over 10 years experience working with youth and adults treating a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns (depression, anxiety, school or academic difficulties, family conflicts) as well as life and transitional difficulties (grief/loss, separation/divorce difficulties for you/your child, professional difficulties/stressors, or identity development).
Are you or your child experiencing sadness or irritability or struggling with worry or excessive anxiety?
I have over 10 years experience working with youth and adults treating a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns (depression, anxiety, school or academic difficulties, family conflicts) as well as life and transitional difficulties (grief/loss, separation/divorce difficulties for you/your child, professional difficulties/stressors, or identity development).
With specialized training working with children, adolescents, and families, I am committed to collaborating with you throughout the therapy process in order to work towards the desired progress and growth for you and your family.
I have diverse experience working with developmental delays, autism and Asperger's disorder, peer relational difficulties, anxiety and mood disorders, behavioral and regulatory difficulties, parent- child conflict, and school-related problems. Parent support and consultation with schools and other providers are important components of my work with young clients.
With specialized training working with children, adolescents, and families, I am committed to collaborating with you throughout the therapy process in order to work towards the desired progress and growth for you and your family.
I have diverse experience working with developmental delays, autism and Asperger's disorder, peer relational difficulties, anxiety and mood disorders, behavioral and regulatory difficulties, parent- child conflict, and school-related problems. Parent support and consultation with schools and other providers are important components of my work with young clients.
And if I am with a child, we will play.
I believe change is possible, and we can get there faster if we approach ourselves with kindness and curiosity. Whether you are five or fifty, I will be equally dedicated to honoring your experience and dignity. I value helping you feel safe and seen, and supported in developing better relationships with yourself and others. Your symptoms will improve over time, but I don't focus on correcting your symptoms. I prefer to look at our shared human conditions, be a guiding companion as we discover what hurts beneath the surface, and why you feel stuck.
And if I am with a child, we will play.
I believe change is possible, and we can get there faster if we approach ourselves with kindness and curiosity. Whether you are five or fifty, I will be equally dedicated to honoring your experience and dignity. I value helping you feel safe and seen, and supported in developing better relationships with yourself and others. Your symptoms will improve over time, but I don't focus on correcting your symptoms. I prefer to look at our shared human conditions, be a guiding companion as we discover what hurts beneath the surface, and why you feel stuck.
I view therapy as a team approach including the child and/or adolescent, the family, community resources, and myself.
My specialty is working with adolescent girls and their families on challenges in the home, school, or community setting. My past experiences include working as a social worker at public, private, and therapeutic schools. I also offer SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) a parent-based treatment for childhood anxiety.
I view therapy as a team approach including the child and/or adolescent, the family, community resources, and myself.
My specialty is working with adolescent girls and their families on challenges in the home, school, or community setting. My past experiences include working as a social worker at public, private, and therapeutic schools. I also offer SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) a parent-based treatment for childhood anxiety.
Lauren Trinca
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, families, and young adults.
I offer individual and family therapy. I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, school issues, and behavioral concerns. I use a trauma-informed lens in my clinical work and continually educate myself on multicultural competencies. I have completed some training in supporting individuals through grief and loss.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, families, and young adults.
I offer individual and family therapy. I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, school issues, and behavioral concerns. I use a trauma-informed lens in my clinical work and continually educate myself on multicultural competencies. I have completed some training in supporting individuals through grief and loss.
Meet Our Child Therapists
I work with children, adolescents and adults who are Caucasian, African-American, of diverse ethnicities nationalities and religions.
I work at an experiential level: people feel safe talking with me. Learning how their experiences have created roadblocks leads to new ways to overcome them. My specialty is in connecting what is too difficult at this moment to address to what happened in the past that needs resolution.
I work with children, adolescents and adults who are Caucasian, African-American, of diverse ethnicities nationalities and religions.
I work at an experiential level: people feel safe talking with me. Learning how their experiences have created roadblocks leads to new ways to overcome them. My specialty is in connecting what is too difficult at this moment to address to what happened in the past that needs resolution.
Rae Anne has extensive experience in working with children, teens, families, and adults in community mental health, hospital, and outpatient settings.
Rae Anne utilizes a collaborative therapeutic approach that incorporates Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as Behavioral Activation, Trauma Focused Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Prolonged Exposure, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) when applicable.
Rae Anne has extensive experience in working with children, teens, families, and adults in community mental health, hospital, and outpatient settings.
Rae Anne utilizes a collaborative therapeutic approach that incorporates Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as Behavioral Activation, Trauma Focused Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Prolonged Exposure, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) when applicable.
I am a Mediator, Child and Family Specialist, and Collaborative Divorce Coach.
I enjoy helping clients identify their unique strengths and gifts and develop the skills to lead a happier and more fulfilling life. Are you having difficulty with personal and/or professional relationships? Maybe you've achieved a great deal professionally or financially but are still dissatisfied with your life? Are you struggling with identity issues? Do you find yourself feeling emotional for no reason? Unsure about the path your life has taken? Perhaps you are struggling with parenting issues and not feeling up to the task. I have helped many clients overcome the above and other issues over the years.
I am a Mediator, Child and Family Specialist, and Collaborative Divorce Coach.
I enjoy helping clients identify their unique strengths and gifts and develop the skills to lead a happier and more fulfilling life. Are you having difficulty with personal and/or professional relationships? Maybe you've achieved a great deal professionally or financially but are still dissatisfied with your life? Are you struggling with identity issues? Do you find yourself feeling emotional for no reason? Unsure about the path your life has taken? Perhaps you are struggling with parenting issues and not feeling up to the task. I have helped many clients overcome the above and other issues over the years.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked with children, adolescents, and families for over 15 years.
My practice draws on elements from empirically supported treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I also have specialized post-doctoral training in the areas of pediatric health psychology and childhood trauma and maltreatment.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked with children, adolescents, and families for over 15 years.
My practice draws on elements from empirically supported treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I also have specialized post-doctoral training in the areas of pediatric health psychology and childhood trauma and maltreatment.
I have an extensive background guiding children, adolescents, families, and young adults toward greater health and fulfillment.
I have additional training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis. I use a strengths based and empathic approach to providing trauma-informed therapy and I work closely with clients and families to identify individualized treatment goals to support growth in all facets of life.
I have an extensive background guiding children, adolescents, families, and young adults toward greater health and fulfillment.
I have additional training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis. I use a strengths based and empathic approach to providing trauma-informed therapy and I work closely with clients and families to identify individualized treatment goals to support growth in all facets of life.
I specialize in working with children and adults who have faced systemic harm and societal stigma, including LGBTQ and TGNC individuals, women, and those from other marginalized communities.
I find it valuable to incorporate art, play, music, and other creative techniques in sessions to cultivate an engaging and personalized therapeutic environment. I am an EMDR-trained clinician & I believe in the power of somatic and movement-based healing. I hold Master's degrees in both Social Work and Gender and Women Studies from Loyola University Chicago.
I specialize in working with children and adults who have faced systemic harm and societal stigma, including LGBTQ and TGNC individuals, women, and those from other marginalized communities.
I find it valuable to incorporate art, play, music, and other creative techniques in sessions to cultivate an engaging and personalized therapeutic environment. I am an EMDR-trained clinician & I believe in the power of somatic and movement-based healing. I hold Master's degrees in both Social Work and Gender and Women Studies from Loyola University Chicago.
As a psychologist and psychoanalyst I work with children, adolescents and adults of all ages in a strength-based and relationship-engaged process.
I help adolescents gain confidence and self-esteem as they transition into adulthood. I support young adult's engagement in work and relationships. I help older adults reflect on past accomplishments and disappointments, resulting in a greater capacity to bear loneliness, enjoy solitude, and experience the generativity that leads to fulfillment and satisfaction.
As a psychologist and psychoanalyst I work with children, adolescents and adults of all ages in a strength-based and relationship-engaged process.
I help adolescents gain confidence and self-esteem as they transition into adulthood. I support young adult's engagement in work and relationships. I help older adults reflect on past accomplishments and disappointments, resulting in a greater capacity to bear loneliness, enjoy solitude, and experience the generativity that leads to fulfillment and satisfaction.
Missy is passionate about psychotherapy with children, adolescents, families, as well as adults.
Missy is trained in treating anxiety, depression, social-emotional deficits, ADHD, trauma, low self-esteem, and interpersonal challenges. She has trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), IFS, Play Therapy, and parent- child conflict. Missy is EMDR certified, and uses a trauma focused lens in treatment planning.
Missy is passionate about psychotherapy with children, adolescents, families, as well as adults.
Missy is trained in treating anxiety, depression, social-emotional deficits, ADHD, trauma, low self-esteem, and interpersonal challenges. She has trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), IFS, Play Therapy, and parent- child conflict. Missy is EMDR certified, and uses a trauma focused lens in treatment planning.
My ideal client comes from many different walks of life - children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
My specialties include working with children, anxiety, depression and trauma issues. I consider my treatment approach to be eclectic and tailor evidence-based plans to meet the needs of my clients. I like to draw on elements from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Mindfulness Therapy.
My ideal client comes from many different walks of life - children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
My specialties include working with children, anxiety, depression and trauma issues. I consider my treatment approach to be eclectic and tailor evidence-based plans to meet the needs of my clients. I like to draw on elements from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Mindfulness Therapy.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Chicago, IL 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, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Chicago 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, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Chicago 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.