Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Arlington Heights, IL
Lori A. Bolnick, Psy.D.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington Heights, IL 60004 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Treatment can take many forms, including supportive therapy, skills-based therapy, and learning acceptance/limitations due to medical or developmental issues.
Since 1999, Dr. Bolnick has been providing therapeutic services to individuals (i.e., school-age through adulthood) and their families. Thinking outside the box, integrating her understanding of Clinical Psychology, Learning Disabilities, Health Psychology, and Neuropsychology, has allowed her to create innovative interventions. She believes each individual and family is a unique puzzle and no single intervention works with everyone.
Treatment can take many forms, including supportive therapy, skills-based therapy, and learning acceptance/limitations due to medical or developmental issues.
Since 1999, Dr. Bolnick has been providing therapeutic services to individuals (i.e., school-age through adulthood) and their families. Thinking outside the box, integrating her understanding of Clinical Psychology, Learning Disabilities, Health Psychology, and Neuropsychology, has allowed her to create innovative interventions. She believes each individual and family is a unique puzzle and no single intervention works with everyone.
Besides for being a licensed clinical psychologist, I also am the Clinical Director at the Tree House Center for Growth and Learning in Arlington Heights, IL.
My areas of expertise include group and individual therapy with a specialty working with children, adolescents and young adults. I work with many adults individually as well. Positive attitude, personal growth and fulfillment are achieved through our therapy sessions together. I am a licensed clinical psychologist. For an appointment call: 847-975-5598. Evening and weekend hours are available
Besides for being a licensed clinical psychologist, I also am the Clinical Director at the Tree House Center for Growth and Learning in Arlington Heights, IL.
My areas of expertise include group and individual therapy with a specialty working with children, adolescents and young adults. I work with many adults individually as well. Positive attitude, personal growth and fulfillment are achieved through our therapy sessions together. I am a licensed clinical psychologist. For an appointment call: 847-975-5598. Evening and weekend hours are available
Katie M Beerman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is working with students with anxiety or depression along side ADHD and/or a learning disability.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s of Science Degree in Counseling from Eastern Illinois University. I have over 14 years of experience working with college age and adult students with learning disabilities, mental health issues, and other conditions requiring the need for academic accommodations. Since 2019 I have utilized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques in private practice to work with clients 11 years old to adults diagnosed with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD and other mental health conditions.
My passion is working with students with anxiety or depression along side ADHD and/or a learning disability.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s of Science Degree in Counseling from Eastern Illinois University. I have over 14 years of experience working with college age and adult students with learning disabilities, mental health issues, and other conditions requiring the need for academic accommodations. Since 2019 I have utilized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques in private practice to work with clients 11 years old to adults diagnosed with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD and other mental health conditions.
In addition to my doctoral degree, I hold a bachelors degree in elementary education from DePauw University and a masters degree in learning disabilities from Northwestern University.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families both understand their challenges and create a pathway to healing. I believe the first step in this process is to find the right therapist and establish a trusting, honest, and mutually respectful relationship. I meet clients where they are and help them gain skills in such areas as emoitonal regulation, stress management, communication, parenting, problem solving and relaxation techniques.
In addition to my doctoral degree, I hold a bachelors degree in elementary education from DePauw University and a masters degree in learning disabilities from Northwestern University.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families both understand their challenges and create a pathway to healing. I believe the first step in this process is to find the right therapist and establish a trusting, honest, and mutually respectful relationship. I meet clients where they are and help them gain skills in such areas as emoitonal regulation, stress management, communication, parenting, problem solving and relaxation techniques.
I have a strong background in conducting psychological evaluations for selective mutism, learning disabilities; dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia.
Psychotherapy is a precious process. I believe that people are amazingly resilient and therapy is effective at maximizing an individuals potential. I help children, families, or individuals gain new knowledge of self and others. I am personable and light hearted and I meet people at whatever stage of life they are in. I work collaboratively with the client(s) to develop goals reached implementing cognitive behavioral interventions, exposure therapy for desensitization, habit reversal, and behavioral therapy for selective mutism. I encourage you to contact me and take the next step in your personal growth.
I have a strong background in conducting psychological evaluations for selective mutism, learning disabilities; dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia.
Psychotherapy is a precious process. I believe that people are amazingly resilient and therapy is effective at maximizing an individuals potential. I help children, families, or individuals gain new knowledge of self and others. I am personable and light hearted and I meet people at whatever stage of life they are in. I work collaboratively with the client(s) to develop goals reached implementing cognitive behavioral interventions, exposure therapy for desensitization, habit reversal, and behavioral therapy for selective mutism. I encourage you to contact me and take the next step in your personal growth.
Associates in Human Development Counseling, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Associates in Human Development Counseling, LLC was founded to support children, adolescents and families through the challenges they encounter, including family conflict, separation and divorce. We value the importance of family relationships and learning coping skills to manage difficulties while promoting positive relationships. Our team of clinicians is well-versed in the treatment of mental health concerns and will tailor a treatment plan to your needs. Through empathy, support and guidance, we hope to guide you in healing family wounds and promoting individual and family growth.
Associates in Human Development Counseling, LLC was founded to support children, adolescents and families through the challenges they encounter, including family conflict, separation and divorce. We value the importance of family relationships and learning coping skills to manage difficulties while promoting positive relationships. Our team of clinicians is well-versed in the treatment of mental health concerns and will tailor a treatment plan to your needs. Through empathy, support and guidance, we hope to guide you in healing family wounds and promoting individual and family growth.
Colleen Kay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
I offer support in learning to turn the love and compassion you express to others inward in your healing journey.
Hi there! I primarily work with child, teens, and adults population. I encourage my clients to explore how their issues stem could stem from a combination of family dynamics, subconscious beliefs, and personal patterns in order to create positive changes. My approach to therapy is compassionate, strengths-based, and non-judgmental. I create a supportive, safe space for clients to feel comfortable discussing their experiences. My goal is to help my clients gain insight into their emotions and behaviors, explore the root of their experiences, and feel empowered to overcome obstacles and work toward their goals
I offer support in learning to turn the love and compassion you express to others inward in your healing journey.
Hi there! I primarily work with child, teens, and adults population. I encourage my clients to explore how their issues stem could stem from a combination of family dynamics, subconscious beliefs, and personal patterns in order to create positive changes. My approach to therapy is compassionate, strengths-based, and non-judgmental. I create a supportive, safe space for clients to feel comfortable discussing their experiences. My goal is to help my clients gain insight into their emotions and behaviors, explore the root of their experiences, and feel empowered to overcome obstacles and work toward their goals
Peter Dodzik
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPdN, ABN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
I specialize in the assessment and treatment of children and adults with neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. My particular practice specialties include dementing disorders, ADHD, Sleep Disorders, dyslexia, pervasive developmental disorders and children with complex medical conditions such as epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, genetic and toxic/metabolic disorders. I am a Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology at Indiana University Medical School in Fort Wayne, Indiana where I teach courses in psychiatry to second year medical students including lectures on autism, Asperger's Syndrome and neurodevelopmental conditions. I am also an Adjunct Professor at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Schaumburg, IL.
I specialize in the assessment and treatment of children and adults with neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. My particular practice specialties include dementing disorders, ADHD, Sleep Disorders, dyslexia, pervasive developmental disorders and children with complex medical conditions such as epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, genetic and toxic/metabolic disorders. I am a Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology at Indiana University Medical School in Fort Wayne, Indiana where I teach courses in psychiatry to second year medical students including lectures on autism, Asperger's Syndrome and neurodevelopmental conditions. I am also an Adjunct Professor at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Schaumburg, IL.
To struggle is part of life, but not something you should go through alone. Mental health issues not only cause internal challenges but also difficulty with school, work, friends, family, and relationships. By allowing yourself to be supported, we can create a personalized treatment plan to fit your goals best. My therapeutic orientation is eclectic, but I integrate principles of evidence-based CBT, DBT, and ACT to bring lasting results.
To struggle is part of life, but not something you should go through alone. Mental health issues not only cause internal challenges but also difficulty with school, work, friends, family, and relationships. By allowing yourself to be supported, we can create a personalized treatment plan to fit your goals best. My therapeutic orientation is eclectic, but I integrate principles of evidence-based CBT, DBT, and ACT to bring lasting results.
Megan O'Brien
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA, RBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
To struggle is part of life, but it is not something you should go through alone. Mental health issues not only cause internal challenges but also difficulty with school, work, friends, family, and relationships. By allowing yourself to be supported, we can create a personalized treatment plan to fit your goals best. My therapeutic orientation is eclectic, but I integrate principles of evidence-based CBT, DBT, and ACT to bring lasting results.
To struggle is part of life, but it is not something you should go through alone. Mental health issues not only cause internal challenges but also difficulty with school, work, friends, family, and relationships. By allowing yourself to be supported, we can create a personalized treatment plan to fit your goals best. My therapeutic orientation is eclectic, but I integrate principles of evidence-based CBT, DBT, and ACT to bring lasting results.
Finding a therapist can be hard and following through can be even harder. If you are having difficulty working through a challenge or just don't feel like you want to, I encourage you to contact me. I am a compassionate and nonjudgemental psychologist who is easy to talk to. I provide a welcoming environment to assist with life's challenges. Many of my clients have said that the hardest part of therapy was making the initial contact and that once therapy beganthey are glad they came. I work with children, adolescents, couples, and adults.
Finding a therapist can be hard and following through can be even harder. If you are having difficulty working through a challenge or just don't feel like you want to, I encourage you to contact me. I am a compassionate and nonjudgemental psychologist who is easy to talk to. I provide a welcoming environment to assist with life's challenges. Many of my clients have said that the hardest part of therapy was making the initial contact and that once therapy beganthey are glad they came. I work with children, adolescents, couples, and adults.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
My passion lies in working with individuals across all age groups who have experienced trauma, particularly focusing on chronic suicidality, personality disorders, reactive attachment disorder, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence. I believe in empowering clients to make informed decisions and guide them through treatments rooted in systems theory, multicultural perspectives, and dialectical behavior therapy, ensuring a tailored approach to meet their unique needs.
My passion lies in working with individuals across all age groups who have experienced trauma, particularly focusing on chronic suicidality, personality disorders, reactive attachment disorder, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence. I believe in empowering clients to make informed decisions and guide them through treatments rooted in systems theory, multicultural perspectives, and dialectical behavior therapy, ensuring a tailored approach to meet their unique needs.
Do anxiety, trauma and uncertainty run your life more than your values and dreams? Do you relive the past as if it were happening right now? Your head knows better, but it's hard to convince your heart otherwise. Perhaps you feel stuck in not knowing how to move through distressing events of your past which is impacting your present day functioning. If this resonates with you, I would encourage you to take that brave first step in reaching out for support! There is hope and you don’t have to walk this journey alone.
Do anxiety, trauma and uncertainty run your life more than your values and dreams? Do you relive the past as if it were happening right now? Your head knows better, but it's hard to convince your heart otherwise. Perhaps you feel stuck in not knowing how to move through distressing events of your past which is impacting your present day functioning. If this resonates with you, I would encourage you to take that brave first step in reaching out for support! There is hope and you don’t have to walk this journey alone.
Nicole L Guther-Rogowski
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
I believe that every individual has the ability to achieve their personal goals and live the life they aspire to lead. Often individuals find themselves in a situation that has them stuck in one place, I can help you move forward. I help my clients identify the challenges that are preventing them from achieving their goals, help create a unique and specific plan for each individual, and assist with any obstacles that might get in the way. Committing to change can be challenging, but you do not have to do it alone.
I believe that every individual has the ability to achieve their personal goals and live the life they aspire to lead. Often individuals find themselves in a situation that has them stuck in one place, I can help you move forward. I help my clients identify the challenges that are preventing them from achieving their goals, help create a unique and specific plan for each individual, and assist with any obstacles that might get in the way. Committing to change can be challenging, but you do not have to do it alone.
Tamara Nowak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, JD
Verified Verified
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
How did you end up here? Are you struggling with relationship problems, school, finances, anxiety, depression, or all of the above? Perhaps you've developed addictive ways to cope with problems, and you want a better solution. Fortunately, research suggests that therapy/counseling with a professional works! Clients achieve ultimate happiness when they change how they think, feel and behave. When you change yourself, you will find that your relationships, mood, and overall life circumstances dramatically improve!
How did you end up here? Are you struggling with relationship problems, school, finances, anxiety, depression, or all of the above? Perhaps you've developed addictive ways to cope with problems, and you want a better solution. Fortunately, research suggests that therapy/counseling with a professional works! Clients achieve ultimate happiness when they change how they think, feel and behave. When you change yourself, you will find that your relationships, mood, and overall life circumstances dramatically improve!
Congratulations on taking the first step to get counseling! This is often the hardest step which may be filled with mixed emotions. I encourage you to approach counseling as a journey through self-awareness and self-fulfillment. With over 18 years of experience working in the mental health field, I have helped numerous individuals, couples and families struggling to cope with a range of issues, such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, special needs and stress management. I aim to meet each client where they are and assist them in working towards their personal goals.
Congratulations on taking the first step to get counseling! This is often the hardest step which may be filled with mixed emotions. I encourage you to approach counseling as a journey through self-awareness and self-fulfillment. With over 18 years of experience working in the mental health field, I have helped numerous individuals, couples and families struggling to cope with a range of issues, such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, special needs and stress management. I aim to meet each client where they are and assist them in working towards their personal goals.
Brittany Serrano
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with a variety of clients of different presentations ages 3 and up. I understand that each client is in their own stage of healing which is why I meet my clients where they are. Whether it is the beginning of their therapeutic journey or maybe they have been in therapy for years, I'm ready to jump in with them wherever they are!
I enjoy working with a variety of clients of different presentations ages 3 and up. I understand that each client is in their own stage of healing which is why I meet my clients where they are. Whether it is the beginning of their therapeutic journey or maybe they have been in therapy for years, I'm ready to jump in with them wherever they are!
Bonnie Gamze
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Thank you for inquiring about who I am. It can take courage to ask for help. I applaud you for reading on and hope I am your choice to support you, your child, partner, parent, family or friend. I am a therapist with over 30 years of experience. I have also served as a school social worker from 2005 – 2021 in both private and public school systems. I am well versed in a variety of clinical modalities. My goal is to evoke positive change in the individuals who choose to work with me. I excel in working with children (4+), adolescents, adults, parents, couples and families.
Thank you for inquiring about who I am. It can take courage to ask for help. I applaud you for reading on and hope I am your choice to support you, your child, partner, parent, family or friend. I am a therapist with over 30 years of experience. I have also served as a school social worker from 2005 – 2021 in both private and public school systems. I am well versed in a variety of clinical modalities. My goal is to evoke positive change in the individuals who choose to work with me. I excel in working with children (4+), adolescents, adults, parents, couples and families.
I have spent my entire career working with and advocating for students with disabilities. After earning my bachelor’s degree from Indiana University, I worked as the coordinator and educator of a high school alternative program. I then completed my master’s degree in clinical counseling at Adler School of Professional Psychology. For the past 13 years, I have served as a counselor in the access and disabilities department at a local community college as well as an adjunct faculty instructor in the Human Services department.
I have spent my entire career working with and advocating for students with disabilities. After earning my bachelor’s degree from Indiana University, I worked as the coordinator and educator of a high school alternative program. I then completed my master’s degree in clinical counseling at Adler School of Professional Psychology. For the past 13 years, I have served as a counselor in the access and disabilities department at a local community college as well as an adjunct faculty instructor in the Human Services department.
In life, we face a myriad of transitions, which impact us throughout every decade of our journey. Such transitions often cause anxiety, depression and/or a sense of sadness, loneliness or loss of direction. We may wonder "who am I now" or "where do I belong". Life changes impact our relationships with romantic partners, our parents, our children and our friends. I specialize in working with people as they navigate life's transitions. I help clients to understand and make sense of what can bring greater satisfaction into their lives, with a focus on building more effective and adaptive coping skills.
In life, we face a myriad of transitions, which impact us throughout every decade of our journey. Such transitions often cause anxiety, depression and/or a sense of sadness, loneliness or loss of direction. We may wonder "who am I now" or "where do I belong". Life changes impact our relationships with romantic partners, our parents, our children and our friends. I specialize in working with people as they navigate life's transitions. I help clients to understand and make sense of what can bring greater satisfaction into their lives, with a focus on building more effective and adaptive coping skills.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.