Therapists for Teens in Oak Park, IL
I work with teens 14 and up and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship and career problems.
I will explore your challenges with gentleness while highlighting your strengths. I am dedicated to an anti-oppression approach and love to learn and grow with clients seeking those values. I use tools from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, mindfulness, and self compassion practices.
I work with teens 14 and up and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship and career problems.
I will explore your challenges with gentleness while highlighting your strengths. I am dedicated to an anti-oppression approach and love to learn and grow with clients seeking those values. I use tools from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, mindfulness, and self compassion practices.
Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. My approach to therapy balances practical strategies for changing unwanted behaviors with deeper exploration of how these patterns developed. Many of my clients, ages 14 and up, find themselves reflecting on early experiences and family-of-origin dynamics as part of their healing journey. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and addiction, often uncovering the underlying trauma that has led to these difficulties. Many come to therapy feeling stuck—trapped in emotional or behavioral patterns that no longer serve them.
Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. My approach to therapy balances practical strategies for changing unwanted behaviors with deeper exploration of how these patterns developed. Many of my clients, ages 14 and up, find themselves reflecting on early experiences and family-of-origin dynamics as part of their healing journey. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and addiction, often uncovering the underlying trauma that has led to these difficulties. Many come to therapy feeling stuck—trapped in emotional or behavioral patterns that no longer serve them.
Breaking unhealthy habits, getting "unstuck", or working through life’s challenges requires creativity. But when we are feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, our brains tend to follow rigid patterns of thinking, feeling, and reacting. And that makes creativity difficult to access. As a therapist, my goal is to develop a fully creative process with each client and provide a comfortable space to explore and discuss different perspectives and self-care strategies.
Breaking unhealthy habits, getting "unstuck", or working through life’s challenges requires creativity. But when we are feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, our brains tend to follow rigid patterns of thinking, feeling, and reacting. And that makes creativity difficult to access. As a therapist, my goal is to develop a fully creative process with each client and provide a comfortable space to explore and discuss different perspectives and self-care strategies.
As an individual, couple, and family therapist, I provide support to those experiencing life transitions, relational difficulties or changes, issues with sex or sexuality, and anxiety. My style of therapy focuses on understanding the patterns, core beliefs, themes, and cycles that serve as barriers getting in the way of the life you want. My approach is curious, creative, and balances reflecting on the past for greater insight with an action-oriented approach that develops practical skills and tools to use outside of session.
As an individual, couple, and family therapist, I provide support to those experiencing life transitions, relational difficulties or changes, issues with sex or sexuality, and anxiety. My style of therapy focuses on understanding the patterns, core beliefs, themes, and cycles that serve as barriers getting in the way of the life you want. My approach is curious, creative, and balances reflecting on the past for greater insight with an action-oriented approach that develops practical skills and tools to use outside of session.
I believe that times of crisis can also be times of transition and development. As a therapist, I strive to help clients put family and individual crises in the proper perspective, so they can begin to mobilize their own resources for change. Acceptance and insight into oneself and one's situation are powerful tools that therapy can enhance, both for adults and children of all ages. I have years of therapy experience helping clients cope with painful and difficult situations, including addiction/compulsions, damaged relationships, bereavement/loss, and abuse. The first session can be a powerful and positive step.
I believe that times of crisis can also be times of transition and development. As a therapist, I strive to help clients put family and individual crises in the proper perspective, so they can begin to mobilize their own resources for change. Acceptance and insight into oneself and one's situation are powerful tools that therapy can enhance, both for adults and children of all ages. I have years of therapy experience helping clients cope with painful and difficult situations, including addiction/compulsions, damaged relationships, bereavement/loss, and abuse. The first session can be a powerful and positive step.
I prioritize working with women of color, queer and trans people of color and college students of all ages, but particularly from late teens to early adulthood.
My calm, strengths-based approach will encourage you to discover what is within your control and how to use that to your advantage. I utilize techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic and Attachment theories. My overall goal is to ensure my clients feel affirmed and empowered in their identities to navigate their environments.
I prioritize working with women of color, queer and trans people of color and college students of all ages, but particularly from late teens to early adulthood.
My calm, strengths-based approach will encourage you to discover what is within your control and how to use that to your advantage. I utilize techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic and Attachment theories. My overall goal is to ensure my clients feel affirmed and empowered in their identities to navigate their environments.
Gabriela Flores
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling disconnected, heavy, or unsure of how to move forward. They’ve carried the weight of trauma, cultural expectations, and self-doubt for too long. I view healing as a collaborative and intuitive process, where we honor the wisdom within your body, mind, and emotions. Together, we’ll begin to uncover new pathways toward wholeness, peace, and self-acceptance while reconnecting to your story and your inner strength.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling disconnected, heavy, or unsure of how to move forward. They’ve carried the weight of trauma, cultural expectations, and self-doubt for too long. I view healing as a collaborative and intuitive process, where we honor the wisdom within your body, mind, and emotions. Together, we’ll begin to uncover new pathways toward wholeness, peace, and self-acceptance while reconnecting to your story and your inner strength.
I am a psychotherapist that works with children, adolescents, young adults and families.
I predominantly draw from the Internal Family Systems approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness to increase an individual's understanding of their own experiences and responses as well as develop skills in order to continue their growth and development.
I am a psychotherapist that works with children, adolescents, young adults and families.
I predominantly draw from the Internal Family Systems approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness to increase an individual's understanding of their own experiences and responses as well as develop skills in order to continue their growth and development.
Choosing therapy is a brave step, and after you take that step, I will walk with you. It is my priority to create a space where you feel comfortable and supported as you express yourself. I want to partner with you and learn about your specific needs so that I can understand your experience, without assumptions. I will provide empathy, education, and insight as we work together. I want to help you recognize your own strengths and build off of them as we create solid goals so that you can take active steps towards healing, change, and growth. I will work with you and your family, if you choose, to help you meet your individual needs.
Choosing therapy is a brave step, and after you take that step, I will walk with you. It is my priority to create a space where you feel comfortable and supported as you express yourself. I want to partner with you and learn about your specific needs so that I can understand your experience, without assumptions. I will provide empathy, education, and insight as we work together. I want to help you recognize your own strengths and build off of them as we create solid goals so that you can take active steps towards healing, change, and growth. I will work with you and your family, if you choose, to help you meet your individual needs.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I specialize in working with individuals and families with a wide variety of needs including: anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, grief and loss, and trauma. I integrate various evidence-based therapeutic modalities to best meet client needs including CBT, ACT, IFS, mindfulness, art therapy, motivational interviewing, and child-led play therapy.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I specialize in working with individuals and families with a wide variety of needs including: anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, grief and loss, and trauma. I integrate various evidence-based therapeutic modalities to best meet client needs including CBT, ACT, IFS, mindfulness, art therapy, motivational interviewing, and child-led play therapy.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (L.C.S.W) credentialed to practice in Illinois. For over 22 years, I have partnered with those looking to take steps to feel more balanced and peaceful in their lives.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (L.C.S.W) credentialed to practice in Illinois. For over 22 years, I have partnered with those looking to take steps to feel more balanced and peaceful in their lives.
My specialty is working with adolescents and adults dealing with life changes, emotional challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and improving relationships.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Master Mindset Coach with 28 years of experience. My mission is to teach you how to shift your mindset from self-judgment, self-sabotage and emotional trauma, to learn strategies to heal, release emotional strongholds and let go of limiting beliefs to manifest a better life for yourself. You are more than enough, worthy and deserving of living a joyful life. I believe everyone has the power within to change with honest self-awareness, a commitment to self-improvement and solution-focused strategies. Strict confidentiality and respect for individual differences is held in the highest regard. Thank U!
My specialty is working with adolescents and adults dealing with life changes, emotional challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and improving relationships.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Master Mindset Coach with 28 years of experience. My mission is to teach you how to shift your mindset from self-judgment, self-sabotage and emotional trauma, to learn strategies to heal, release emotional strongholds and let go of limiting beliefs to manifest a better life for yourself. You are more than enough, worthy and deserving of living a joyful life. I believe everyone has the power within to change with honest self-awareness, a commitment to self-improvement and solution-focused strategies. Strict confidentiality and respect for individual differences is held in the highest regard. Thank U!
As a therapist, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach, meeting you where you are in your journey. Over the years, I’ve honed my ability to assess progress, adjust treatment plans, and provide steady, personalized support. I specialize in helping people build resilience and develop practical, realistic coping strategies so they can navigate life’s challenges with more clarity and confidence. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where healing not only feels possible—but sustainable.
As a therapist, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach, meeting you where you are in your journey. Over the years, I’ve honed my ability to assess progress, adjust treatment plans, and provide steady, personalized support. I specialize in helping people build resilience and develop practical, realistic coping strategies so they can navigate life’s challenges with more clarity and confidence. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where healing not only feels possible—but sustainable.
I bring an authentic, compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach to my work with adults, adolescents, and couples struggling with relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and step-family dynamics.
Together, we will explore what has awakened your desire for change and work toward helping you to understand yourself and experience your life and relationships in new ways.
I bring an authentic, compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach to my work with adults, adolescents, and couples struggling with relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and step-family dynamics.
Together, we will explore what has awakened your desire for change and work toward helping you to understand yourself and experience your life and relationships in new ways.
I have experience working in hospital and community settings and providing counseling to children, adolescents, teens, and adults.
Therapy is an incredible honor of journeying alongside clients as they work towards healing and empowerment in their everyday lives. I partner with my clients in a compassionate manner where they can feel heard, valued, and encouraged to create meaningful change. I believe all clients have a unique and complex story to tell and that all can benefit from taking time to focus on their emotional/mental well-being. I am committed to helping clients learn about themselves in new ways so as to be able to tap into their own unique abilities to overcome life’s obstacles and stressors.
I have experience working in hospital and community settings and providing counseling to children, adolescents, teens, and adults.
Therapy is an incredible honor of journeying alongside clients as they work towards healing and empowerment in their everyday lives. I partner with my clients in a compassionate manner where they can feel heard, valued, and encouraged to create meaningful change. I believe all clients have a unique and complex story to tell and that all can benefit from taking time to focus on their emotional/mental well-being. I am committed to helping clients learn about themselves in new ways so as to be able to tap into their own unique abilities to overcome life’s obstacles and stressors.
Kyla Marie Gilmore
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, BC-DMT
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60304
Waitlist for new clients
I am experienced in working with children, teens and adults through a trauma-informed culturally sensitive lens.
Holding space for others in their time of need is a responsibility I consider sacred. I believe we heal through the conscious, embodied presence of therapeutic relationships. My training as a Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist informs my holistic approach to counseling which is tailored to each client's needs. Through this relationship I support my clients as they come into compassionate witnessing of self as they grow and explore. We all deserve someone to walk with us on that journey. My specialties include helping those with Mood Disorders, Relationship Concerns, Life Transitions, Behavioral Concerns, and Trauma Recovery.
I am experienced in working with children, teens and adults through a trauma-informed culturally sensitive lens.
Holding space for others in their time of need is a responsibility I consider sacred. I believe we heal through the conscious, embodied presence of therapeutic relationships. My training as a Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist informs my holistic approach to counseling which is tailored to each client's needs. Through this relationship I support my clients as they come into compassionate witnessing of self as they grow and explore. We all deserve someone to walk with us on that journey. My specialties include helping those with Mood Disorders, Relationship Concerns, Life Transitions, Behavioral Concerns, and Trauma Recovery.
Using a client centered approach, I bring over 15 years of experience working with older adolescents, emerging adults (18-29) and individuals experiencing life transition issues (divorce, separation, grief, etc).
Life can be challenging and overwhelming, especially in uncertain times. Therapy offers a valuable space to navigate stress, build resilience, and find clarity. As a compassionate and experienced therapist, I provide an honest, non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions. Whether you're facing depression, anxiety, trauma, or simply need support, I am here to guide in your journey toward growth and healing.
Using a client centered approach, I bring over 15 years of experience working with older adolescents, emerging adults (18-29) and individuals experiencing life transition issues (divorce, separation, grief, etc).
Life can be challenging and overwhelming, especially in uncertain times. Therapy offers a valuable space to navigate stress, build resilience, and find clarity. As a compassionate and experienced therapist, I provide an honest, non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions. Whether you're facing depression, anxiety, trauma, or simply need support, I am here to guide in your journey toward growth and healing.
Julia Sostrin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. Julia meets clients where they are at, with more than a decade working with multiple diagnoses and disorders. She uses integrative and eclectic approaches in order to help clients find resolutions to issues and identify patterns which may be causing them issues. Julia has worked at all levels of care and often will employ modalities and treatment approach which best fit for the client in front of her. She will do this to help them move at a speed they can feel comfortable and happy with to make the progress they hope to see.
Julia Sostrin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. Julia meets clients where they are at, with more than a decade working with multiple diagnoses and disorders. She uses integrative and eclectic approaches in order to help clients find resolutions to issues and identify patterns which may be causing them issues. Julia has worked at all levels of care and often will employ modalities and treatment approach which best fit for the client in front of her. She will do this to help them move at a speed they can feel comfortable and happy with to make the progress they hope to see.
I have extensive experience working w/ children, adolescents, young adults, adults, as well as clients w/ autism.
Hello, I’m Alejandra. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. My life's work has always been dedicated to assisting individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am committed to nurturing a judgment-free environment where clients feel genuinely acknowledged and understood. I believe that resilience is not only influenced by external factors but, more importantly, resides within ourselves. I take great pleasure in helping clients uncover their inner strength to navigate their most challenging thoughts, behaviors, and patterns. Ultimately, my goal is to empower my clients, helping them find balance and thrive each day.
I have extensive experience working w/ children, adolescents, young adults, adults, as well as clients w/ autism.
Hello, I’m Alejandra. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. My life's work has always been dedicated to assisting individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am committed to nurturing a judgment-free environment where clients feel genuinely acknowledged and understood. I believe that resilience is not only influenced by external factors but, more importantly, resides within ourselves. I take great pleasure in helping clients uncover their inner strength to navigate their most challenging thoughts, behaviors, and patterns. Ultimately, my goal is to empower my clients, helping them find balance and thrive each day.
I specialize in working with children, teen and young adults with Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has knowledge working with clients who experience trauma, have been impacted by an active DCFS case, and survivors of domestic violence.
I utilize an integrative approach that combines different therapeutic approaches to best fit each client’s needs and goals. My approach is influenced but not limited to CBT, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Psycho therapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness and Strength Based therapy.
I specialize in working with children, teen and young adults with Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has knowledge working with clients who experience trauma, have been impacted by an active DCFS case, and survivors of domestic violence.
I utilize an integrative approach that combines different therapeutic approaches to best fit each client’s needs and goals. My approach is influenced but not limited to CBT, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Psycho therapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness and Strength Based therapy.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.