Child therapists in Chatham, Illinois IL
Child or Adolescent Issues
Brave Health
Psychiatrist, MD, LCSW, MSW, FNP-C, PhD
Brave Health treats patients 13 and older.
7 Years Experience
Child or Adolescent Issues
Tara Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Children and adolescents may face a multitude of challenges stemming from factors such as family dynamics, peer pressure, school-related stress, or traumatic events. When individuals encounter these obstacles, I aim to provide a supportive environment where they can freely express their emotions and experiences. I assist them in comprehending their feelings and acquiring effective coping strategies. Furthermore, I engage both the young individual and their family members, to enhance communication and foster stronger familial bonds, which are pivotal in addressing these challenges.
9 Years Experience
Child or Adolescent Issues
Eileen Messing, Psy.D., P.A. and Associates and the Memory Testing Center
Psychologist, Florida Licensed Psychologist
therapy services offered
27 Years Experience
Child or Adolescent Issues
Strides in Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PSY.D.
Usually, when people think about psychotherapy, they imagine sitting on a couch in an office talking to a therapist about their problems. This style of therapy works just fine for many adults and adolescents. However, most younger children express themselves better through play than through words—for them, play is a primary method of communication. Even very bright and highly verbal children may find it difficult to talk about situations when strong feelings are involved. This is why they might shrug their shoulders, refuse to answer or say “I don’t know” when asked what is wrong. They might also “act out” or try to communicate to you through their behavior rather than through words, and sometimes these behaviors can get them into trouble at home or at school or be misunderstood by those around them. In addition, children often find it hard to sit still and talk for 45 minutes in a row, and they enjoy coming to therapy much more when play is a part of the equation.
23 Years Experience
Child or Adolescent Issues
Lillian Gecker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I specialize in working with adolescents ages 12+. I am deeply familiar with the developmental trajectory for teens and the challenges they face in their family systems, social lives, school settings, and as they begin to develop their own sense of self. I love working with young people on building their self-awareness and celebrating their unique values and identities.
6 Years Experience