Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Worth, IL
Do you feel that you are all alone and no one will ever understand what you are going through? We all need extra support and to know that we are not alone. I hope to foster a therapeutic relationship where you feel nurtured, respected, and know that your thoughts and feelings matter. My approach to therapy is strengths-based. I treat the whole person and do not have a one-size-fits-all approach. I believe each individual is unique and can overcome any obstacle. I practice a non-judgmental and empathetic approach and support individuals as they confront their issues and help them realize their unique strengths.
Do you feel that you are all alone and no one will ever understand what you are going through? We all need extra support and to know that we are not alone. I hope to foster a therapeutic relationship where you feel nurtured, respected, and know that your thoughts and feelings matter. My approach to therapy is strengths-based. I treat the whole person and do not have a one-size-fits-all approach. I believe each individual is unique and can overcome any obstacle. I practice a non-judgmental and empathetic approach and support individuals as they confront their issues and help them realize their unique strengths.
My focus is to provide compassionate, client-centered care for individuals and couples navigating life’s most difficult experiences. I support clients facing childhood trauma, domestic violence, mood disorders, relationship challenges, and other trauma-related concerns. Therapy is tailored to each person’s needs, with careful attention to safety, trust, and emotional readiness.
My focus is to provide compassionate, client-centered care for individuals and couples navigating life’s most difficult experiences. I support clients facing childhood trauma, domestic violence, mood disorders, relationship challenges, and other trauma-related concerns. Therapy is tailored to each person’s needs, with careful attention to safety, trust, and emotional readiness.
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Cory Grad is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois with five years of experience. He has a Bachelor of Arts in English from Loyola University and a Master of Social Work from Aurora University. Cory believes the mind can be a paradise or a prison, depending on the direction we steer it. He feels the meeting between client and therapist is a sacred time in which both parties work collaboratively to help the client heal, learn, and grow. By the time treatment concludes, the client is not “fixed” but rather, returning to the flow of life.
Cory Grad is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois with five years of experience. He has a Bachelor of Arts in English from Loyola University and a Master of Social Work from Aurora University. Cory believes the mind can be a paradise or a prison, depending on the direction we steer it. He feels the meeting between client and therapist is a sacred time in which both parties work collaboratively to help the client heal, learn, and grow. By the time treatment concludes, the client is not “fixed” but rather, returning to the flow of life.
Collectively, we have many years of experience helping adults and teens.
Getting started in therapy can feel like a challenging first step to feeling better. At our practice, we strive to make this a smooth transition where you will feel heard and understood. Our primary goal is focused on developing and maintaining a safe, open, empathetic, and trusting dynamic with each client. Together we can move through difficult or challenging life experiences in a warm and accessible way.
Collectively, we have many years of experience helping adults and teens.
Getting started in therapy can feel like a challenging first step to feeling better. At our practice, we strive to make this a smooth transition where you will feel heard and understood. Our primary goal is focused on developing and maintaining a safe, open, empathetic, and trusting dynamic with each client. Together we can move through difficult or challenging life experiences in a warm and accessible way.
My practice is geared toward working with adolescents and adults in individual, couples, and family settings with a range of issues.
I work with adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, as well as social, emotional, school, and work difficulties. I also have extensive experience working with clients and families experiencing adjustment and transition difficulties. I often work with parents and schools to help manage symptoms of emotional distress.
My practice is geared toward working with adolescents and adults in individual, couples, and family settings with a range of issues.
I work with adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, as well as social, emotional, school, and work difficulties. I also have extensive experience working with clients and families experiencing adjustment and transition difficulties. I often work with parents and schools to help manage symptoms of emotional distress.
Matthew is an individual psychotherapist possessing a wide range of skills, techniques, and strategies to help manage and resolve issues with preteens, teens, and adults.
Each human being is unique, complex, and mysterious. That is why Matthew approaches therapy like a puzzle; he is curious, calm, and determined. He will assess your concerns and symptoms to identify the most effective approach to your presenting problems. From there, you will work together to identify the tools and strategies to resolve your issues.
Matthew is an individual psychotherapist possessing a wide range of skills, techniques, and strategies to help manage and resolve issues with preteens, teens, and adults.
Each human being is unique, complex, and mysterious. That is why Matthew approaches therapy like a puzzle; he is curious, calm, and determined. He will assess your concerns and symptoms to identify the most effective approach to your presenting problems. From there, you will work together to identify the tools and strategies to resolve your issues.
I specialize in working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, eating issues, grief/loss, ADHD and stress. My approach is compassionate and interactive, and I strive to create a collaborative and nonjudgemental space to face things that are difficult. I also take into account the unavoidable ways in which the mind and body interact and offer somatic and experiential therapies as needed.
I specialize in working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, eating issues, grief/loss, ADHD and stress. My approach is compassionate and interactive, and I strive to create a collaborative and nonjudgemental space to face things that are difficult. I also take into account the unavoidable ways in which the mind and body interact and offer somatic and experiential therapies as needed.
I’m a Licensed Social Worker and Certified Grief Informed Professional (CGP), working with children, adolescents, and adults navigating life transitions, anxiety, stress, grief, and relationship challenges.
My style is laid-back, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I combine genuine conversation with evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy, and Play Therapy. Together, we’ll find strategies that fit your personality, needs, and goals — never a one-size-fits-all approach.
I’m a Licensed Social Worker and Certified Grief Informed Professional (CGP), working with children, adolescents, and adults navigating life transitions, anxiety, stress, grief, and relationship challenges.
My style is laid-back, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I combine genuine conversation with evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy, and Play Therapy. Together, we’ll find strategies that fit your personality, needs, and goals — never a one-size-fits-all approach.
I support youth and teen athletes, as well as children and adolescents navigating emotional or developmental challenges, who may feel overwhelmed by pressure or stuck in the belief that mistakes define who they are.
Using developmentally appropriate, play-based and experiential approaches, I meet children and teens where they naturally communicate. Through games, movement, art, storytelling, and guided visualization, young people learn to express emotions, regulate stress, improve focus, and develop coping skills that support them both on and off the field.
I support youth and teen athletes, as well as children and adolescents navigating emotional or developmental challenges, who may feel overwhelmed by pressure or stuck in the belief that mistakes define who they are.
Using developmentally appropriate, play-based and experiential approaches, I meet children and teens where they naturally communicate. Through games, movement, art, storytelling, and guided visualization, young people learn to express emotions, regulate stress, improve focus, and develop coping skills that support them both on and off the field.
OMNI offers transformative counseling services for individuals, youth, families, and couples in our local communities. Our mission is to help clients create lifelong change for better and brighter futures through research-based and compassionate counseling. Services are offered in both 1-on-1 and group settings. Some services may be available in Spanish. Some services offered virtually. We are dedicated to accessibility and accept all Medicaid managed insurance plans.
OMNI offers transformative counseling services for individuals, youth, families, and couples in our local communities. Our mission is to help clients create lifelong change for better and brighter futures through research-based and compassionate counseling. Services are offered in both 1-on-1 and group settings. Some services may be available in Spanish. Some services offered virtually. We are dedicated to accessibility and accept all Medicaid managed insurance plans.
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, OCD, shame, issues related to low self-esteem and low self-confidence, parent training, child and adolescent behavior and family issues; treating adult/childhood trauma, grieving, life transitions, interpersonal relationship difficulties, identity development, vocational issues, and goal-setting.
I help my clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life and alleviate suffering. I believe that everyone can find their true potential and live a fulfilled life despite their life circumstances. I help my clients learn and develop skills to manage stressors and overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their life goals. I believe that my clients can develop a more compassionate way to understand and accept what they cannot change and focus on what they can change in order to live a life aligned with their true values, improving the quality of their life and the lives of their loved ones.
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, OCD, shame, issues related to low self-esteem and low self-confidence, parent training, child and adolescent behavior and family issues; treating adult/childhood trauma, grieving, life transitions, interpersonal relationship difficulties, identity development, vocational issues, and goal-setting.
I help my clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life and alleviate suffering. I believe that everyone can find their true potential and live a fulfilled life despite their life circumstances. I help my clients learn and develop skills to manage stressors and overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their life goals. I believe that my clients can develop a more compassionate way to understand and accept what they cannot change and focus on what they can change in order to live a life aligned with their true values, improving the quality of their life and the lives of their loved ones.
The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push for psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and a one-dimensional approach to treatment. It is time for a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.
The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push for psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and a one-dimensional approach to treatment. It is time for a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with offices downtown and North Chicago. I am a generalist, meaning that I have experience working with individuals, couples, and groups dealing with a variety of challenges. I have experience in a variety of settings ranging from outpatient therapy to inpatient and residential treatment facilities. In my current practice, I primarily work with emerging adults and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, women's wellness, relationships, sexuality, and identity issues. Additionally, I specialize in performance psychology including sport and exercise, performing arts, and high risk/high pressure careers.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with offices downtown and North Chicago. I am a generalist, meaning that I have experience working with individuals, couples, and groups dealing with a variety of challenges. I have experience in a variety of settings ranging from outpatient therapy to inpatient and residential treatment facilities. In my current practice, I primarily work with emerging adults and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, women's wellness, relationships, sexuality, and identity issues. Additionally, I specialize in performance psychology including sport and exercise, performing arts, and high risk/high pressure careers.
Maybe you’re here because you’re a parent and your adolescent is struggling.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with almost 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, college students/young adults, adults, and families. My professional background includes outpatient and community mental health, school-based social work and crisis intervention, and higher levels of care including IOP and PHP programs.
Maybe you’re here because you’re a parent and your adolescent is struggling.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with almost 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, college students/young adults, adults, and families. My professional background includes outpatient and community mental health, school-based social work and crisis intervention, and higher levels of care including IOP and PHP programs.
Elizabeth Gallo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFA, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Evanston, IL 60202
I welcome all kinds of clients to my practice, and I'm lucky to work with clients from 19-89 (so far!). My clients are often focused on feeling and functioning better through an exploration of their identities, histories, current situations and goals for the future. I particularly enjoy working with people on issues of depression and/or anxiety, changes in body size and/or ability, chronic pain, trauma, gender and sexuality issues, work and life transitions, aging, stress management, and parenting challenges. My work centers around fostering awareness of and compassion for yourself in moving through everyday life.
I welcome all kinds of clients to my practice, and I'm lucky to work with clients from 19-89 (so far!). My clients are often focused on feeling and functioning better through an exploration of their identities, histories, current situations and goals for the future. I particularly enjoy working with people on issues of depression and/or anxiety, changes in body size and/or ability, chronic pain, trauma, gender and sexuality issues, work and life transitions, aging, stress management, and parenting challenges. My work centers around fostering awareness of and compassion for yourself in moving through everyday life.
I have over 15 years of experience as a Social work therapist, Life coach and Minister helping adults, teens and families in crisis.
Are you successful on paper but overwhelmed inside? Struggling with anxiety, burnout, Trauma or grief while trying to hold everything together?” Making decisions and changes in your life seem to be a struggle? I can help you, as an Anxiety & Trauma informed care specialist and Life Coach, I am deeply passionate about supporting you in overcoming the struggles and adversity in your life. I can provide you with resources and education to assist in a plan to help you grow. I will also provide you with psychotherapy and coaching that will enable you to reach your fullest potential and function well within your circumstances.
I have over 15 years of experience as a Social work therapist, Life coach and Minister helping adults, teens and families in crisis.
Are you successful on paper but overwhelmed inside? Struggling with anxiety, burnout, Trauma or grief while trying to hold everything together?” Making decisions and changes in your life seem to be a struggle? I can help you, as an Anxiety & Trauma informed care specialist and Life Coach, I am deeply passionate about supporting you in overcoming the struggles and adversity in your life. I can provide you with resources and education to assist in a plan to help you grow. I will also provide you with psychotherapy and coaching that will enable you to reach your fullest potential and function well within your circumstances.
Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for a deepened experience, where we can learn both about how you came to be who you are, and how you can grow towards something new. I recognize this process as inherently vulnerable, and as such I offer warm gentleness with honest words, to help you feel comfortable within the therapeutic process to explore yourself and engage the world and your relationships in novel ways.
Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for a deepened experience, where we can learn both about how you came to be who you are, and how you can grow towards something new. I recognize this process as inherently vulnerable, and as such I offer warm gentleness with honest words, to help you feel comfortable within the therapeutic process to explore yourself and engage the world and your relationships in novel ways.
Hi there! I am an Associate Therapist who works with individuals navigating
depression, anxiety, stress management especially relating to career and school,
LGBTQIA+ issues, family of origin conflicts, childhood trauma, and multicultural and
political stressors. I also work with couples who are dealing with communication
breakdowns, attachment issues, and intimacy/connection challenges. I believe that believes that therapy is wholly collaborative and inviting, and clients should be able to trust their therapist and feel like they are talking to another human being.
Hi there! I am an Associate Therapist who works with individuals navigating
depression, anxiety, stress management especially relating to career and school,
LGBTQIA+ issues, family of origin conflicts, childhood trauma, and multicultural and
political stressors. I also work with couples who are dealing with communication
breakdowns, attachment issues, and intimacy/connection challenges. I believe that believes that therapy is wholly collaborative and inviting, and clients should be able to trust their therapist and feel like they are talking to another human being.
My approach to therapy is warm, personable, and nonjudgmental. I practice a collaborative approach with my clients, taking into account each unique individual's social, emotional, psychological, medical, and situational needs, while utilizing evidenced based treatment approaches. I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Exposure Based therapies. I believe in developing a healthy and trusting therapeutic relationship from the start and encourages the interaction of the clients’ healthy support network to help encourage and support the client through the therapy process.
My approach to therapy is warm, personable, and nonjudgmental. I practice a collaborative approach with my clients, taking into account each unique individual's social, emotional, psychological, medical, and situational needs, while utilizing evidenced based treatment approaches. I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Exposure Based therapies. I believe in developing a healthy and trusting therapeutic relationship from the start and encourages the interaction of the clients’ healthy support network to help encourage and support the client through the therapy process.
Tracey Coleman, LICSW, provides comprehensive mental health care to individuals in Illinois, specializing in supporting children, teens, and adults through life’s challenges.
With a particular focus on treating childhood behavior issues, PTSD/trauma, and school avoidance, Tracey employs evidence-based interventions like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).With a particular focus on treating childhood behavior issues, PTSD/trauma, and school avoidance,
Tracey Coleman, LICSW, provides comprehensive mental health care to individuals in Illinois, specializing in supporting children, teens, and adults through life’s challenges.
With a particular focus on treating childhood behavior issues, PTSD/trauma, and school avoidance, Tracey employs evidence-based interventions like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).With a particular focus on treating childhood behavior issues, PTSD/trauma, and school avoidance,
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent 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.