Therapists for Children in Oak Park, IL
Creative people often need multiple ways to process and integrate information before things "click" and real change takes place. Blending art and animal therapy offers a space for flexible self-expression that moves beyond words into the sensory and tangible world. I focus on helping clients connect their unconscious and conscious minds to align around personal and relationship goals in fresh, creative ways. Together we can enter a space where safety and exploration are bridged, and issues of mood, anxiety, and past trauma can be safely and effectively worked through to improve overall functioning through mind-body integration.
Creative people often need multiple ways to process and integrate information before things "click" and real change takes place. Blending art and animal therapy offers a space for flexible self-expression that moves beyond words into the sensory and tangible world. I focus on helping clients connect their unconscious and conscious minds to align around personal and relationship goals in fresh, creative ways. Together we can enter a space where safety and exploration are bridged, and issues of mood, anxiety, and past trauma can be safely and effectively worked through to improve overall functioning through mind-body integration.
Is your child struggling at school or home despite everyone’s best efforts?
My goal is to move beyond simple labels to provide a comprehensive profile of your child’s strengths and needs. I specialize in identifying
Neurodevelopmental differences (ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, complex learning disabilities), and medical & brain-based conditions (traumatic brain injuries (TBI) or medical conditions affecting mood and cognition).
Is your child struggling at school or home despite everyone’s best efforts?
My goal is to move beyond simple labels to provide a comprehensive profile of your child’s strengths and needs. I specialize in identifying
Neurodevelopmental differences (ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, complex learning disabilities), and medical & brain-based conditions (traumatic brain injuries (TBI) or medical conditions affecting mood and cognition).
We have been trained to work with a variety of issues-Depression, Anger, Anxiety (group and individual formats), Bipolar disorder, Trauma, Child and Adolescent work (males and females), Sexual Abuse, Play Therapy, Family therapy, Cultural issues (adapting to the western culture), and Gay/Lesbian family issues.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
We have been trained to work with a variety of issues-Depression, Anger, Anxiety (group and individual formats), Bipolar disorder, Trauma, Child and Adolescent work (males and females), Sexual Abuse, Play Therapy, Family therapy, Cultural issues (adapting to the western culture), and Gay/Lesbian family issues.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents dealing with developmental transitions and mental health related matters (ADHD, depression, emotional/behavioral).
I truly enjoy guiding children, adolescents, adults and families throughout life's journey. Whether that is working with a child navigating big emotions or a family looking to reconnect, I alway bring empathy, energy and heart to every exchange. I have a strong interest in working with the neurodivergent population, from child to adulthood.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents dealing with developmental transitions and mental health related matters (ADHD, depression, emotional/behavioral).
I truly enjoy guiding children, adolescents, adults and families throughout life's journey. Whether that is working with a child navigating big emotions or a family looking to reconnect, I alway bring empathy, energy and heart to every exchange. I have a strong interest in working with the neurodivergent population, from child to adulthood.
Emotional well-being is central to our overall quality of life, and we believe everyone deserves the chance to live in healthy and healed ways. We are a diverse group of practitioners committed to providing effective and helpful treatment to improve emotional and psychological well-being. We will work together with you or your loved one to relieve emotional and psychological distress, increase self-awareness and healthy coping skills, foster insight, and to improve overall well-being within daily life and in relationships with others.
Emotional well-being is central to our overall quality of life, and we believe everyone deserves the chance to live in healthy and healed ways. We are a diverse group of practitioners committed to providing effective and helpful treatment to improve emotional and psychological well-being. We will work together with you or your loved one to relieve emotional and psychological distress, increase self-awareness and healthy coping skills, foster insight, and to improve overall well-being within daily life and in relationships with others.
Through my work as a therapist, I have seen first-hand how the therapy experience has positively influenced peoples' lives. My specialities include working with those who suffer from depression, anxiety, and/or are experiencing challenging life transisitions or relationship difficulties.
Through my work as a therapist, I have seen first-hand how the therapy experience has positively influenced peoples' lives. My specialities include working with those who suffer from depression, anxiety, and/or are experiencing challenging life transisitions or relationship difficulties.
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.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
In addition to therapy, I conduct psychological assessments to address questions related to diagnosis, personality issues, cognitive functioning, attentional problems, and learning disorders. Psychological assessment can also complement work done in individual therapy, offering fresh perspectives from which to continue treatment.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
In addition to therapy, I conduct psychological assessments to address questions related to diagnosis, personality issues, cognitive functioning, attentional problems, and learning disorders. Psychological assessment can also complement work done in individual therapy, offering fresh perspectives from which to continue treatment.
I work primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults.
Together, we will create a treatment plan and goals based on where you want to see change. We will break down those goals into little steps and achieve them over time. I offer skills that can help you maintain the progress that you make during treatment and will incorporate grace and compassion throughout your journey.
I work primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults.
Together, we will create a treatment plan and goals based on where you want to see change. We will break down those goals into little steps and achieve them over time. I offer skills that can help you maintain the progress that you make during treatment and will incorporate grace and compassion throughout your journey.
I work with clients who have anxiety, are divorcing or contemplating, Child Reunifcation, Families, Couples and Individual Therapy.
I provide all of my clients with a comfortable space to navigate and overcome their personal obstacles. Using clinically tested and evidence-based practices, it is my privilege to work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families to help you process and overcome your barriers in a healthy, safe, and holistic manner.
I work with clients who have anxiety, are divorcing or contemplating, Child Reunifcation, Families, Couples and Individual Therapy.
I provide all of my clients with a comfortable space to navigate and overcome their personal obstacles. Using clinically tested and evidence-based practices, it is my privilege to work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families to help you process and overcome your barriers in a healthy, safe, and holistic manner.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what's next. Whether you're navigating school, relationships, family stress, career changes, or simply trying to understand yourself better, you don't have to figure it out alone. Therapy can be a place where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental space where you can feel understood while building the confidence and skills to move forward.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what's next. Whether you're navigating school, relationships, family stress, career changes, or simply trying to understand yourself better, you don't have to figure it out alone. Therapy can be a place where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental space where you can feel understood while building the confidence and skills to move forward.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Providing culturally sensitive treatment is a cornerstone of my values as a therapist, and I welcome any and all culturally sensitive issues into my therapy room. Additionally, I consider children and adolescents to be a special area of focus for me.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Providing culturally sensitive treatment is a cornerstone of my values as a therapist, and I welcome any and all culturally sensitive issues into my therapy room. Additionally, I consider children and adolescents to be a special area of focus for me.
At Higher Ground Wellness Group, we recognize the courage it takes to seek therapy, therefore we are committed to providing a safe, supportive space as you embark on your journey toward healing and growth.
Whether you are seeking therapy as an individual, couple, or family, Higher Ground is committed to providing compassionate and high-quality care. Our environment fosters emotional, physical and spiritual wellness in a non-judgmental and inclusive environment that will empower you to heal, grow and thrive.
At Higher Ground Wellness Group, we recognize the courage it takes to seek therapy, therefore we are committed to providing a safe, supportive space as you embark on your journey toward healing and growth.
Whether you are seeking therapy as an individual, couple, or family, Higher Ground is committed to providing compassionate and high-quality care. Our environment fosters emotional, physical and spiritual wellness in a non-judgmental and inclusive environment that will empower you to heal, grow and thrive.
You may be a child, adult, or family looking for support with: feeling stuck in addiction, compulsive behaviors, mood disruptions, or patterns you can’t break; feeling failed or misunderstood by other therapies or higher levels of care; anxiety, resentment, or confusion about your identity or your life; experience of trauma or struggling at school or at home; a neurodiverse child who is struggling; feeling disconnected from purpose or direction; feeling exhausted, stuck, or unsure if anything will actually help.
Working with me is direct, honest, and grounded. I pay close attention to the patterns you’re describing, and help you slow things down enough to understand what’s actually happening underneath the surface, without judgment. I use Child-Centered Play Therapy to support children 3-10 y/o, and also work with teens, building trust and learning the "lore."
You may be a child, adult, or family looking for support with: feeling stuck in addiction, compulsive behaviors, mood disruptions, or patterns you can’t break; feeling failed or misunderstood by other therapies or higher levels of care; anxiety, resentment, or confusion about your identity or your life; experience of trauma or struggling at school or at home; a neurodiverse child who is struggling; feeling disconnected from purpose or direction; feeling exhausted, stuck, or unsure if anything will actually help.
Working with me is direct, honest, and grounded. I pay close attention to the patterns you’re describing, and help you slow things down enough to understand what’s actually happening underneath the surface, without judgment. I use Child-Centered Play Therapy to support children 3-10 y/o, and also work with teens, building trust and learning the "lore."
We are wired with an affinity toward healing. Therapy is powerful in attaining wellness. But what if we went beyond talk therapy by also integrating meditation and biofeedback to address mental health? We'll explore your intrinsic ability to harness the power of mindfulness and breath work. We'll tap into nutrition's role in mental health. We are a team of psychological providers and a primary care physician collaborating with you toward your healing journey and specialize in trauma informed care, exposure for OCD and address weight management from an integrative medical and psychological approach.
We are wired with an affinity toward healing. Therapy is powerful in attaining wellness. But what if we went beyond talk therapy by also integrating meditation and biofeedback to address mental health? We'll explore your intrinsic ability to harness the power of mindfulness and breath work. We'll tap into nutrition's role in mental health. We are a team of psychological providers and a primary care physician collaborating with you toward your healing journey and specialize in trauma informed care, exposure for OCD and address weight management from an integrative medical and psychological approach.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers a range of services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Some of my specialty areas include: Child-Focused Therapy, Parent-Training, Adult Psychotherapy, Women's issues, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, and Grief/Loss. I also have extensive training in group therapy and run social skills, and other topic-specific groups for children and teens when there is demand.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers a range of services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Some of my specialty areas include: Child-Focused Therapy, Parent-Training, Adult Psychotherapy, Women's issues, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, and Grief/Loss. I also have extensive training in group therapy and run social skills, and other topic-specific groups for children and teens when there is demand.
I have experience working with children, teens, and adults on issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, trauma, PTSD, relational issues, and low self-esteem.
Therapy is tailored to each client’s particular needs and includes both the skill-building of mindfulness practices and the deeper untangling of psychodynamic and existential work.
I have experience working with children, teens, and adults on issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, trauma, PTSD, relational issues, and low self-esteem.
Therapy is tailored to each client’s particular needs and includes both the skill-building of mindfulness practices and the deeper untangling of psychodynamic and existential work.
Something has shifted with your child, and you're not sure when it started or why.
I understand what anxiety looks like at every age. I support children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, emotional dysregulation, trauma, grief, parenting stress, identity exploration, and major life transitions.
Something has shifted with your child, and you're not sure when it started or why.
I understand what anxiety looks like at every age. I support children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, emotional dysregulation, trauma, grief, parenting stress, identity exploration, and major life transitions.
As a licensed therapist specializing in children, youth, families, and urban education, I specialize in supporting children, teens, families, and adults with trauma-informed care, emotional wellness tools, and Christian counseling.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? Therapy can help you navigate life’s challenges, heal from past hurts, and build the life you deserve. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space to explore your feelings, identify your strengths, and develop tools to manage stress, improve relationships, and find clarity. You don’t have to face this alone—take the first step toward growth and well-being. Reach out today, and let’s start your journey toward healing and empowerment.
As a licensed therapist specializing in children, youth, families, and urban education, I specialize in supporting children, teens, families, and adults with trauma-informed care, emotional wellness tools, and Christian counseling.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? Therapy can help you navigate life’s challenges, heal from past hurts, and build the life you deserve. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space to explore your feelings, identify your strengths, and develop tools to manage stress, improve relationships, and find clarity. You don’t have to face this alone—take the first step toward growth and well-being. Reach out today, and let’s start your journey toward healing and empowerment.
Through individual therapy at LifeStance Health, she supports children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors across Illinois, creating a safe and collaborative space to build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and improve daily functioning.
Lorena integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address mood concerns, attention and behavioral challenges, and stress related to school, work, and family life.Lorena integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Co
Through individual therapy at LifeStance Health, she supports children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors across Illinois, creating a safe and collaborative space to build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and improve daily functioning.
Lorena integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address mood concerns, attention and behavioral challenges, and stress related to school, work, and family life.Lorena integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Co
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.