Therapists for Teens in 60615

Here at According to Sykes, assistance and guidance is offered through individual, family and group therapy, couples therapy, as well as Professional Development and Training Opportunities. As a group of healing practitioners, we recognize and understand the complicated and complex ways that trauma influences all parts of someone’s life, body, and brain, and make treatment decisions based on that framework. We realize that most people have lived through some type of trauma because trauma is so common and understand treatment through that lens. View our therapist profiles at www.accordingtosykes.com.

Facing anxiety, stress or life changes? You're not alone. I specialize in empowering teens and adults within the African American, BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities to effectively manage anxiety, reduce overthinking and navigate life transitions. With a focus on self-awareness, I'll equip you with tools to understand your emotions, challenge irrational thoughts, and embrace changes with confidence. As a former school therapist, I offer personalized support to nurture your growth. Whether you're an adult seeking clarity or a parent concerned about your teen's behavior, rest assured, I'm here to help you navigate through life's challenges.

Therapy can be a process of unfolding for individuals and families. Whether deepening insight and self awareness, increasing compassion, or finding new ways to address life, the process of readying one's self for change can start in the quiet, reflective space of therapy. I provide in person and virtual psychotherapy and consultations to residents of Illinois and Indiana. While my therapeutic approach is eclectic, I rely on a psychodynamic understanding of the lifespan, third wave behavioral approaches to change, and I center the importance of self-integration.

Life can be really difficult to navigate at times. Different spaces in life require different tools and skills. Maybe, you are finding that the tools that worked in a previous space in time, are no longer useful; leaving you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Maybe, you are tired of the same feelings of guilt, hurt, and shame from your past and you are ready to heal. Maybe you are feeling the intensity of the current time and world we live in, and you need a space to process it all. Whatever the case, it is my passion assisting teen and adult women as they discover themselves and develop what they need to live the lives they desire.

Life's challenges often take us by surprise. Having a strategic plan and support can help one face a challenge that may be accompanied by anxiety, depression, grief and as well as the impact of individual, marital and child and family life cycle stages. With more than 25 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist, I focus on assisting children and adolescents,individuals, couples and families to aquire the necessary skills to confront life's challenges.

My name is Rene Stockton (pronounced Reni). I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of Illinois. It is my honor and pleasure to serve our community as a counselor/therapist and change agent. I have had the privilege to work with individuals and families from primarily underserved populations and communities over the course of a 30 year social work practice in two great American States. I have encountered a range of adolescent and adult challenges ranging from mental health and trauma to writer’s block and wellness. I will partner with you to create the concrete change you are looking to achieve in your life.

I AM ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! My goal is to help mothers, women, and adolescent females navigate the challenging thoughts, feelings, and emotions that come with various life experiences. Together, we can identify your unique strengths, explore the areas that may be causing roadblocks, challenge unhealthy ideologies, and set goals to help gain new perspectives toward a fulfilled life – loving you first.

Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.

Dr. Abigail Williams-Butler is a therapist with experience in adolescent residential treatment, child welfare, justice-involved youth, pregnant and parenting teens, and those with a trauma history broadly. She is motivated by developing trusting and authentic relationships with clients and provides services to youth, their families, and individuals across the life span. She utilizes a strengths-based approach and collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams particularly focusing on youth involved in child-serving systems. She also specializes in culturally sensitive therapy.

No matter the challenges you may face, I am here to walk alongside you every step of the way. I specialize in academic transitions, anxiety, depression, phase of life problems, racism, adolescent issues, and ADHD. I offer a relatable, supportive, adaptable and affirming environment where clients feel empowered to openly express themselves.

My name is Jessica Kuhnen, LCSW. Masters awarded from University of Chicago. Owner of Hyde Park Center for Healing LLC. I treat clients struggling with grief, depression, anxiety, and or PTSD/complex trauma. If you have experienced one very traumatic event or several over the span of your lifetime-managing your emotions, daily life tasks and or maintaining relationships can feel really hard.

Many of us walk around thinking that we should be happier, that we're missing an inner sense of vitality. Therapy can be a place to better understand the story of your life and think about how it might be different. My role is to help you clarify your inner sources of conflict in the hopes of living a better, more fulfilling life. I have worked with a wide variety of clients across my careers, and I have found that we are all more human than not. I practice from a trauma-informed lens and believe that true healing is always possible.

We believe the answer lies within. We are committed to guiding clients through the process of using one's own ability to find, know, and search for their inner key to unlock the answers that lie within.

My therapeutic style combines validation, investigation, and a collaborative strengths-based approach. Together, we'll explore your internal experiences and emotions, using tools like breathing exercises, practicing self-affirmations to promote growth, and building capacity to feed each of your emotions. All in all, I take the approach that we are not here to “get rid of our emotions” but rather build a partnership with them. To walk through life with them rather than against them. If this journey sounds promising then I think I could be the therapist for you!

It takes great courage to acknowledge and embrace the things that challenge us. I understand this strength and the importance of starting the journey to change the things that no longer serve you. I am compassionate therapist trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities. I have served in the field of social services for over 10 years, having worked in various capacities from medical social worker to therapist.

As a clinician, my greatest satisfaction is derived from observing the progress of my clients. Let’s work together to create a comfortable and safe space that will allow you or family members/significant others to work towards issues and conflicts. My specialties include children and teens, relationship issues and mood disorders. Are you experiencing difficulty controlling emotions or behaviors? Do you feel that no one understands you? Have you been having a tough time with your child? Are you having relationship issues? My goal is to help individuals live healthy and stable lives through therapy.

With equal parts pragmatism and philosophy, I approach the process of therapy from a strength-based perspective, focusing on the potentials of reflection to bring about intentional choices. Life transitions can offer opportunities, however painful, to identify patterns and create alternatives. I deeply commit to collaboration in all aspects of my work bringing an integrative approach to multiple contexts. I apprach couples work as informed by Gottman training and Discernment therapy.

I offer goal-oriented, collaborative psychotherapy to individuals who are experiencing distress or unhappiness with parts of their lives. Throughout therapy sessions that are interactive, I will share my thoughts and feelings about the challenges that you face along with strategies for creating change.

My work experience has varied from children, adolescents, and adults as well as a wide range of service areas, including mental health, substance abuse, trauma, generational trauma. Through these experiences I was able to gain professional and personal experience in the barriers that folx experience while getting access to and staying connected with health care and healing.