Therapists for Teens in Batavia, IL
![Photo of Kate Feifar Kindle, MA, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ff76186a-8b56-4166-8795-d5c26989545e/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, I'm Kate! I enjoy working with many different clients with varying presenting concerns. I work with children aged 8 and older, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have helped people struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adjustments and life changes, self esteem issues, and more. I particularly connect well with adolescent, young adult, and adult women, as well as men struggling with self expression or deep-seeded anxiety or mood issues. Working with adolescent girls is definitely a passion, and I have enjoyed working with them individually, in family therapy, as well as running various groups and workshops.
Hi, I'm Kate! I enjoy working with many different clients with varying presenting concerns. I work with children aged 8 and older, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have helped people struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adjustments and life changes, self esteem issues, and more. I particularly connect well with adolescent, young adult, and adult women, as well as men struggling with self expression or deep-seeded anxiety or mood issues. Working with adolescent girls is definitely a passion, and I have enjoyed working with them individually, in family therapy, as well as running various groups and workshops.
I bring to the practice over ten years of working with adults, adolescents, and their families in outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings. For a period, I served as clinical director of a child and adolescent psychiatric unit. As a result, I frequently takes on adolescents with more significant emotional and behavioral disorders and families in crisis in which hospitalization may be required. Outside of working with adolescents, one of my particular interests is doing marital therapy. Additionally, my specialties with adults are anger management, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, borderline personality disorder, pain management, and men's issues.
I bring to the practice over ten years of working with adults, adolescents, and their families in outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings. For a period, I served as clinical director of a child and adolescent psychiatric unit. As a result, I frequently takes on adolescents with more significant emotional and behavioral disorders and families in crisis in which hospitalization may be required. Outside of working with adolescents, one of my particular interests is doing marital therapy. Additionally, my specialties with adults are anger management, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, borderline personality disorder, pain management, and men's issues.
![Photo of Ann Weller - Plum Tree Psychology, PsyD, CPC, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c5dc772-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Weller is also a Certified Professional Coach, specializing in Adolescent ADHD.
Plum Tree is a collection of practitioners who provide therapy and medication management for kids. We conduct psychological and neuropsychological testing for academic, diagnostic, and clinical disorders. Our team includes specialists for Tourette’s, PTSD, Suicide/Self-Injury, ADHD, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depression, and Bipolar Disorder. Developmental delays, impaired self-esteem, grief, academic under-performance, and family struggles are all within our purview to support. Services also include ADHD Coaching and Transition Support from high school to college/career.
Weller is also a Certified Professional Coach, specializing in Adolescent ADHD.
Plum Tree is a collection of practitioners who provide therapy and medication management for kids. We conduct psychological and neuropsychological testing for academic, diagnostic, and clinical disorders. Our team includes specialists for Tourette’s, PTSD, Suicide/Self-Injury, ADHD, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depression, and Bipolar Disorder. Developmental delays, impaired self-esteem, grief, academic under-performance, and family struggles are all within our purview to support. Services also include ADHD Coaching and Transition Support from high school to college/career.
![Photo of Bridgette Maurino @ Calming Corner Therapy, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/20a7e81a-c3e4-4530-8fff-c0e94de7cf93/2/320x400.jpeg)
Bridgette Maurino @ Calming Corner Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510
Is your child, teen, and/or young adult struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adhd, school stress, self-harm, etc. Has your child been admitted into an inpatient psychiatric unit or attend an intensive outpatient program (IOP)? Are you stressed from the struggles your child, teen, or young adult is going through?? CCT creates a safe, comfortable space for you, we provide support and feedback in a caring environment. It is my goal to help you learn skills and tools to better manage your or child's symptoms.
Is your child, teen, and/or young adult struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adhd, school stress, self-harm, etc. Has your child been admitted into an inpatient psychiatric unit or attend an intensive outpatient program (IOP)? Are you stressed from the struggles your child, teen, or young adult is going through?? CCT creates a safe, comfortable space for you, we provide support and feedback in a caring environment. It is my goal to help you learn skills and tools to better manage your or child's symptoms.
![Photo of Liliana Ascencio, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46a6f881-0259-43b7-9be1-42536ebe3bd1/1/320x400.jpeg)
Liliana Ascencio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
I have a strong understanding of child and adolescent development and have worked with children on emotional difficulties, school & social problems.
Hello there, my name is Lily and I am a Spanish speaking Counselor. My main goal is to provide a safe, nurturing and creative-therapeutic environment. I provide a non-judgmental space, where you can feel comfortable exploring parts of yourself that might make you feel many types of emotions. My approach is gentle, non-judgmental and exploratory. I have a warm interpersonal style, with a balance of humor, and intentional-direct feedback. My clinical approach is mainly CBT, Humanistic, Mindfulness and Solution-Focused. I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and am skilled at Relationship Building.
I have a strong understanding of child and adolescent development and have worked with children on emotional difficulties, school & social problems.
Hello there, my name is Lily and I am a Spanish speaking Counselor. My main goal is to provide a safe, nurturing and creative-therapeutic environment. I provide a non-judgmental space, where you can feel comfortable exploring parts of yourself that might make you feel many types of emotions. My approach is gentle, non-judgmental and exploratory. I have a warm interpersonal style, with a balance of humor, and intentional-direct feedback. My clinical approach is mainly CBT, Humanistic, Mindfulness and Solution-Focused. I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and am skilled at Relationship Building.
![Photo of Jen Williamee, LCSW, PMH-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/04af914e-9be4-46b7-b942-890c7209546c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jen enjoys supporting clients as they navigate life transitions including the death of a loved one, separation/divorce, and career changes. She is also experienced in working with clients who have perinatal mood concerns, including infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, and adjustment to parenthood. Her approach focuses on holistic health and relational well-being. She considers diet, movement, and mindfulness as essential elements to restoring a sense of balance and genuine connection to self and others.
Jen enjoys supporting clients as they navigate life transitions including the death of a loved one, separation/divorce, and career changes. She is also experienced in working with clients who have perinatal mood concerns, including infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, and adjustment to parenthood. Her approach focuses on holistic health and relational well-being. She considers diet, movement, and mindfulness as essential elements to restoring a sense of balance and genuine connection to self and others.
![Photo of Tiffany Wu, MA, NCC, LCPC, EMDR, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43fb41f7-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a mental health clinician, my goal is to help my clients explore themselves to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to have a happier future by their own definition. I believe that we all need someone to talk with - who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental environment -a safe place to explore the issues that you want to discuss with me. I was trained as a plastic surgeon in China for 9 years. I also speak Mandarin and provide bilingual counseling services to my clients.
As a mental health clinician, my goal is to help my clients explore themselves to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to have a happier future by their own definition. I believe that we all need someone to talk with - who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental environment -a safe place to explore the issues that you want to discuss with me. I was trained as a plastic surgeon in China for 9 years. I also speak Mandarin and provide bilingual counseling services to my clients.
![Photo of Missy Hem - Missy Hem- Peaks and Valleys Perinatal Counseling, LCSW, PMH-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/887657f3-9715-4bd0-946e-e663def2c82e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Missy Hem- Peaks and Valleys Perinatal Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510
I love working with people during the "family building" stage of life: pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting young kids. Many new parents feel: sadness, hopelessness, worry, irritability, panic and/or sleep disruptions. In therapy, clients tell me they feel overwhelmed, stressed out, and in "survival mode." They need more support from their family, and they are afraid of what's to come. Some are going through the most painful time in their lives. Above all else, these parents need someone to listen to them, to SEE them, and to support them in all their complexity. People don't want to be judged, they want to be understood.
I love working with people during the "family building" stage of life: pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting young kids. Many new parents feel: sadness, hopelessness, worry, irritability, panic and/or sleep disruptions. In therapy, clients tell me they feel overwhelmed, stressed out, and in "survival mode." They need more support from their family, and they are afraid of what's to come. Some are going through the most painful time in their lives. Above all else, these parents need someone to listen to them, to SEE them, and to support them in all their complexity. People don't want to be judged, they want to be understood.
![Photo of Stephanie Dewinski - Suicide Prevention Services of America, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1462f473-2ec7-4813-8044-19489f496fd2/1/320x400.jpeg)
Suicide Prevention Services of America
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510
We are here because we’ve been there. Suicide Prevention Services of America is a non-profit dedicated to helping people along the continuum of care of suicide. We have been helping individuals in our community for over 25 years. Our mission is to open minds, save lives, and restore hope through prevention, intervention, and prevention services through education, advocacy, and collaboration in the community. SPSA is made up of a passionate and compassionate team of mental health professionals, many of whom have had suicide impact their lives. We assist people at any stage of their mental health treatment through individual therapy.
We are here because we’ve been there. Suicide Prevention Services of America is a non-profit dedicated to helping people along the continuum of care of suicide. We have been helping individuals in our community for over 25 years. Our mission is to open minds, save lives, and restore hope through prevention, intervention, and prevention services through education, advocacy, and collaboration in the community. SPSA is made up of a passionate and compassionate team of mental health professionals, many of whom have had suicide impact their lives. We assist people at any stage of their mental health treatment through individual therapy.
![Photo of Jennifer Watgen, MA, NCC, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4545927f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Late morning/early afternoon availability, no evenings at this time. There are times life hurts, disappoints and frustrates, or goes beyond a sense of control or understanding. Sometimes redirecting and adjusting life's energies takes the assistance of a clinical professional. Personal growth, identity, and integration is a journey that is made easier with the trust and care of a professional. The Ely labyrinth, as used in our logo, is used as a symbol of Kuhn Counseling Center as it represents a path to a more balanced, whole-person well-being. Kuhn Counseling Center aims to help individuals deal with their struggles in life.
Late morning/early afternoon availability, no evenings at this time. There are times life hurts, disappoints and frustrates, or goes beyond a sense of control or understanding. Sometimes redirecting and adjusting life's energies takes the assistance of a clinical professional. Personal growth, identity, and integration is a journey that is made easier with the trust and care of a professional. The Ely labyrinth, as used in our logo, is used as a symbol of Kuhn Counseling Center as it represents a path to a more balanced, whole-person well-being. Kuhn Counseling Center aims to help individuals deal with their struggles in life.
![Photo of Lindsey Maltese, MSEd, LCPC, LGBTQ+, Ally, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/48de7288-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
At some point in life, everyone finds themselves facing something. The question is, "Are you ready to face it?" Come take the first step with counseling and I will gladly walk with you! I make it my mission to cater to the specific needs of each person using creative techniques that fit you. My counseling style is based on the foundation of transparency and mutual trust, using collaborative efforts to meet your personal goals. I believe that every person has the power within themselves to create lasting change. My goal is to help you grow, one step at a time.
At some point in life, everyone finds themselves facing something. The question is, "Are you ready to face it?" Come take the first step with counseling and I will gladly walk with you! I make it my mission to cater to the specific needs of each person using creative techniques that fit you. My counseling style is based on the foundation of transparency and mutual trust, using collaborative efforts to meet your personal goals. I believe that every person has the power within themselves to create lasting change. My goal is to help you grow, one step at a time.
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![Photo of Shannon Woods, MSW, LSW, CATP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9a09092a-c864-4a1c-ab25-6bcb26497687/2/320x400.jpeg)
Shannon Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, CATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
Waitlist for new clients
Are you burdened by guilt, shame, or rejection? Feeling isolated and alone? It's okay. You're not alone in this journey. I understand the exhaustion of trauma. But remember, you're stronger than your struggles. It's time to peel back the layers of past traumas, welcome the peace of authenticity, and nurture your emotional well-being. You're ready for transformation and resilience. You're worthy of wellness. Let's take that first step towards your healing journey, together.
Are you burdened by guilt, shame, or rejection? Feeling isolated and alone? It's okay. You're not alone in this journey. I understand the exhaustion of trauma. But remember, you're stronger than your struggles. It's time to peel back the layers of past traumas, welcome the peace of authenticity, and nurture your emotional well-being. You're ready for transformation and resilience. You're worthy of wellness. Let's take that first step towards your healing journey, together.
![Photo of Joslyn Barajas, MSW, LSW, EMDR, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ec3fa266-1689-4bb3-9d17-87e3d1bbcb1b/1/320x400.png)
Hello, I am devoted to empowering individuals by guiding them through the healing process. An impactful aspect of the therapeutic relationship is to provide you with tools you can use outside of the therapeutic space to improve your life and see change. The most important aspect of therapy for me involves building a trusting and collaborative relationship with my clients. I take great care to tailor each intervention to fit your goals and needs.
Hello, I am devoted to empowering individuals by guiding them through the healing process. An impactful aspect of the therapeutic relationship is to provide you with tools you can use outside of the therapeutic space to improve your life and see change. The most important aspect of therapy for me involves building a trusting and collaborative relationship with my clients. I take great care to tailor each intervention to fit your goals and needs.
![Photo of Amy Matthews, LCPC, NCC, CADC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/52ed5b7a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Everyone needs help sometimes. Life comes with challenges and finding support is important in order to face them, especially when the challenges feel like more than we can handle on our own. I believe that every person has the strength they need to face these challenges and often just need help to find it. I am here to offer whatever is needed: a safe place to freely speak your mind without judgment, a chance to be understood, an ally to look at situations and options, a companion to offer new ideas and perspectives.
Everyone needs help sometimes. Life comes with challenges and finding support is important in order to face them, especially when the challenges feel like more than we can handle on our own. I believe that every person has the strength they need to face these challenges and often just need help to find it. I am here to offer whatever is needed: a safe place to freely speak your mind without judgment, a chance to be understood, an ally to look at situations and options, a companion to offer new ideas and perspectives.
![Photo of Rob Castillo, LCSW, CAADC-I, CODP-II, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/532f54fb-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Rob Castillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC-I, CODP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
I have been told I am easy to talk to; but there are times when you need more than talk. I also am able to gently guide my clients through the stages of change at their own pace. I use a variety of treatment approaches when working with my clients. I try help my clients realize they are the experts of themselves, and as such they can empower themselves in finding their inner strength. We go on this journey of self-discovery together.
I have been told I am easy to talk to; but there are times when you need more than talk. I also am able to gently guide my clients through the stages of change at their own pace. I use a variety of treatment approaches when working with my clients. I try help my clients realize they are the experts of themselves, and as such they can empower themselves in finding their inner strength. We go on this journey of self-discovery together.
![Photo of Matthew Goles, MA, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cf38c30-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
The relationship between a client and a counselor is important. It is necessary for there to be trust with your counselor and to communicate openly and honestly with each other. That honesty and supportive connection can make a difference. Everyone goes through challenging times, during these times most can benefit from support with problems that seem beyond our control. Together, you and I will work to explore the causes of stress in your life and make a plan to effectively manage them and prevent them from resurfacing again.
The relationship between a client and a counselor is important. It is necessary for there to be trust with your counselor and to communicate openly and honestly with each other. That honesty and supportive connection can make a difference. Everyone goes through challenging times, during these times most can benefit from support with problems that seem beyond our control. Together, you and I will work to explore the causes of stress in your life and make a plan to effectively manage them and prevent them from resurfacing again.
![Photo of David Bauer, MS, LCPC, CADC, NCC, CPT](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5b77ae7c-61a3-4ffe-bf79-af676b499545/1/320x400.jpeg)
David Bauer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, CADC, NCC, CPT
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510
My ideal client isn't looking for a magic cure or to be "fixed", but is invested in their own wellness as the foundation for mental health. They long for a more holistic model that integrates mind and body, and enjoy varied settings for their sessions: in the office, outdoors or the personal training studio. For years I have helped everyone from C - Suite executives to those in recovery from addiction live better, more purpose driven lives, and I can help you reach your potential and live the life you have imagined.
My ideal client isn't looking for a magic cure or to be "fixed", but is invested in their own wellness as the foundation for mental health. They long for a more holistic model that integrates mind and body, and enjoy varied settings for their sessions: in the office, outdoors or the personal training studio. For years I have helped everyone from C - Suite executives to those in recovery from addiction live better, more purpose driven lives, and I can help you reach your potential and live the life you have imagined.
![Photo of Dennise Demitro - Stronger Therapeutic Counseling Services, Inc, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b111ea77-44d9-421f-9b4d-8cea8234c78d/3/320x400.jpeg)
Stronger Therapeutic Counseling Services, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510
Hello! I’m Dennise and I LOVE therapy newbies. It’s because working with women reaching out for help for the first time is my absolute specialty. I know exactly how this woman is feeling (very vulnerable, very nervous, and very scared) and how brave she doesn’t know she is just yet. Brave and strong, for sticking out her feelings and then deciding to create lasting change in her life. But, whether it’s your first session or your fifteenth, I can help you unpack the hurt or hard feelings you’ve been holding onto for probably way to long, find confidence to speak your mind in all of your relationships, and cope with the thoughts that
Hello! I’m Dennise and I LOVE therapy newbies. It’s because working with women reaching out for help for the first time is my absolute specialty. I know exactly how this woman is feeling (very vulnerable, very nervous, and very scared) and how brave she doesn’t know she is just yet. Brave and strong, for sticking out her feelings and then deciding to create lasting change in her life. But, whether it’s your first session or your fifteenth, I can help you unpack the hurt or hard feelings you’ve been holding onto for probably way to long, find confidence to speak your mind in all of your relationships, and cope with the thoughts that
![Photo of Pamela Mallette, MA, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/530f2f8a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
At some point in our lives, we all go through challenging experiences that seem beyond our ability to manage on our own. Whether it's a life transition, something from our past, or a relationship struggle, these experiences can be overwhelming and may affect our sense of well-being. I am interested and experienced in working with adults and adolescents facing a variety of mental health concerns. Whatever the issue, you will be given wise guidance in a caring, authentic manner as we work together to achieve both short-term and long-term wellness.
At some point in our lives, we all go through challenging experiences that seem beyond our ability to manage on our own. Whether it's a life transition, something from our past, or a relationship struggle, these experiences can be overwhelming and may affect our sense of well-being. I am interested and experienced in working with adults and adolescents facing a variety of mental health concerns. Whatever the issue, you will be given wise guidance in a caring, authentic manner as we work together to achieve both short-term and long-term wellness.
![Photo of Chelsea Bogda, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7af1882a-e091-445a-acb6-53f866c017fe/2/320x400.jpeg)
Chelsea Bogda
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
Waitlist for new clients
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I have a passion for holding a space for others to feel understood, safe, and connected. I have experience working with individuals with ADHD, facing life stressors/transitions, struggling with task and time management, experiencing overwhelming worry or sadness, symptoms of panic, and individuals who want to strengthen skills of communication.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I have a passion for holding a space for others to feel understood, safe, and connected. I have experience working with individuals with ADHD, facing life stressors/transitions, struggling with task and time management, experiencing overwhelming worry or sadness, symptoms of panic, and individuals who want to strengthen skills of communication.
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Teen 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.