Kathy O'Dwyer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, MC, LCPC, NCC, PEL
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
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Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. So glad you are here! Do you have a child or teen struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, peer relationships, and/or depression? Is your child showing a lot of anger, refusing to go to school, or getting in trouble at school often? Is your child staying in their room all day, on their devices constantly, or rarely interacting with the family? Sometimes, allowing a child or teen to have an outlet to talk to someone other than family or friends, could help them tremendously. I am here to help!
I am a recently retired middle school counselor and a former special education teacher who specializes in working with elementary, middle and high school aged children, special needs included. I am able to help in many areas including anxiety, stress management, grieving/loss, behavioral concerns, school motivation, depression, ADHD, self-injury, and LGBTQ+.
I am here to assist you with those difficulties you or your child may be encountering through a kind, compassionate, nonjudgemental approach. My goal is to provide support, understand the motivations, work with you to set goals for your future, and develop tools to reach them. Please click the "My Website" link to get started.
Call or Email Kathy O'Dwyer now for a free 15 minute consultation - (708) 398-9420
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield IL PPO
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
Kathy O'Dwyer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, MC, LCPC, NCC, PEL
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (708) 398-9420
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180.015861 Kathy O'Dwyer
- In Practice for 15 years
- Attended Governors State University, Graduated 2005
- Membership with Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association
- Certificate from National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) 2019
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Kathy O'Dwyer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, MC, LCPC, NCC, PEL
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 398-9420
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Self-Harming
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Career Counseling
- Child
- Depression
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Intellectual Disability
- Neurodivergence
- Peer Relationships
- School avoidance
- School Issues
- School refusal
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
Kathy O'Dwyer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, MC, LCPC, NCC, PEL
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (708) 398-9420
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Reality Therapy
Kathy O'Dwyer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, MC, LCPC, NCC, PEL
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (708) 398-9420
Location
Nearby Areas
Kathy O'Dwyer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, MC, LCPC, NCC, PEL
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 398-9420