Child Therapists in Carbondale, IL

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Paul Shawler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62903
Parenting doesn't come with a manual; raising children and adolescents often raises many questions. Whether you have a child who isn't talking or you keep getting calls from school about concerns about their behavior - treatment can support you in your role of raising your child. As parents, sometimes you may want to pull your hair out or you feel like others don't understand. You may benefit from coming in and learning ways to manage stress, help your child with coping skills, and find the life you'd like to be living. Psychological services are designed around your well-being, you aren't crazy - life is just sometimes hard.
Parenting doesn't come with a manual; raising children and adolescents often raises many questions. Whether you have a child who isn't talking or you keep getting calls from school about concerns about their behavior - treatment can support you in your role of raising your child. As parents, sometimes you may want to pull your hair out or you feel like others don't understand. You may benefit from coming in and learning ways to manage stress, help your child with coping skills, and find the life you'd like to be living. Psychological services are designed around your well-being, you aren't crazy - life is just sometimes hard.
(618) 408-1705 View (618) 408-1705
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Karyn Schwitters, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carbondale, IL 62901
My special interests include parent-child relational issues, parenting and child behavior issues, women's issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, fertility and adoption, attachment, and stress-coping.
I believe in the importance of each individual and in honoring your story, and it is my sole purpose to have clients feel valued and understood, within a trusting, open minded relationship. I operate from a strengths based perspective, offering hope and healing to individuals and families. Testimonial:: "My oldest son and I have worked with Karyn for about three years. She has truly been the light at the end of a very difficult and dark tunnel. Our family will forever be very grateful for her help! Karyn is truly gifted at what she does."
My special interests include parent-child relational issues, parenting and child behavior issues, women's issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, fertility and adoption, attachment, and stress-coping.
I believe in the importance of each individual and in honoring your story, and it is my sole purpose to have clients feel valued and understood, within a trusting, open minded relationship. I operate from a strengths based perspective, offering hope and healing to individuals and families. Testimonial:: "My oldest son and I have worked with Karyn for about three years. She has truly been the light at the end of a very difficult and dark tunnel. Our family will forever be very grateful for her help! Karyn is truly gifted at what she does."
(779) 223-1788 View (779) 223-1788
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Austin Fishback
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSE
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901
), parent education and child/adolescent issues.
You deserve to live a life that you love. There are many people who see therapy as something intrusive, unnecessary, or believe they will be judged. As a therapist, I believe that the connection built between the patient and therapist is the foundation that can lead you to the life that you want to live. My goal is to help you achieve your goals and see you become happier with the life you are currently living. Yes, sometimes therapy can bring up painful emotions, memories or events, but this pain can lead to growth and a better life. Life is too short to let the traumas of the past keep you from the life you were meant to live!
), parent education and child/adolescent issues.
You deserve to live a life that you love. There are many people who see therapy as something intrusive, unnecessary, or believe they will be judged. As a therapist, I believe that the connection built between the patient and therapist is the foundation that can lead you to the life that you want to live. My goal is to help you achieve your goals and see you become happier with the life you are currently living. Yes, sometimes therapy can bring up painful emotions, memories or events, but this pain can lead to growth and a better life. Life is too short to let the traumas of the past keep you from the life you were meant to live!
(618) 386-5232 x1 View (618) 386-5232 x1
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Rachel Minelli
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carbondale, IL 62901
I also provide Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for children (ages 3-7) and their families.
As a psychologist, my job is to help clients meet their full potential. I strive to create a supportive environment where I can work collaboratively with my clients and their families to meet their goals. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and their families. I specialize in working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and other developmental disabilities. My practice focuses on two areas: comprehensive evaluations and PCIT therapy.
I also provide Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for children (ages 3-7) and their families.
As a psychologist, my job is to help clients meet their full potential. I strive to create a supportive environment where I can work collaboratively with my clients and their families to meet their goals. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and their families. I specialize in working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and other developmental disabilities. My practice focuses on two areas: comprehensive evaluations and PCIT therapy.
(618) 764-3704 View (618) 764-3704
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Alexandra Stromidlo
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901
Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
(618) 740-3675 View (618) 740-3675
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Jasmine Fulton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carbondale, IL 62901  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with children, families, and mothers, recognizing the unique dynamics and needs within these relationships.
Welcome to a space dedicated to your well-being and growth. I'm Jasmine Fulton, a licensed social worker with a master's degree in social work, committed to supporting individuals, children, families, and mothers on their journey toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
I specialize in working with children, families, and mothers, recognizing the unique dynamics and needs within these relationships.
Welcome to a space dedicated to your well-being and growth. I'm Jasmine Fulton, a licensed social worker with a master's degree in social work, committed to supporting individuals, children, families, and mothers on their journey toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
(618) 408-9721 View (618) 408-9721
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Patricia Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901
Sometimes in life we struggle with understanding why or how we ended up where we have. I believe that most of us attempt to manage the best we can given our current circumstances, struggles and challenges. Even then life can still seem insurmountable. I want you to know that change is possible, but doing it alone may feel like an added burden. I will work with you collaboratively to navigate the challenges at hand. My goal is to provide an unbiased, welcoming, and therapeutic environment.
Sometimes in life we struggle with understanding why or how we ended up where we have. I believe that most of us attempt to manage the best we can given our current circumstances, struggles and challenges. Even then life can still seem insurmountable. I want you to know that change is possible, but doing it alone may feel like an added burden. I will work with you collaboratively to navigate the challenges at hand. My goal is to provide an unbiased, welcoming, and therapeutic environment.
(618) 740-3832 View (618) 740-3832
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Zachary Stephenson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901
You know something is wrong, but you are not sure what it is, why it happened, or how to fix it. You think you probably need help, but it's hard to know where to start. You worry about being overmedicated or wasting your time. You want to figure out, once and for all, what is going on and how to take care of it. Does this sound familiar?
You know something is wrong, but you are not sure what it is, why it happened, or how to fix it. You think you probably need help, but it's hard to know where to start. You worry about being overmedicated or wasting your time. You want to figure out, once and for all, what is going on and how to take care of it. Does this sound familiar?
(618) 851-1160 View (618) 851-1160
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Michelle Venegoni-Vigil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901
Do you feel overwhelmed with some of your life circumstances? Have you experienced trauma: a divorce, job-loss, traumatic birth, difficult diagnosis, or domestic violence? Are you depressed, struggling with low self-esteem, lacking motivation, or needing help transitioning through life? I believe that every individual has what it takes to succeed and live a fulfilling life. Sometimes, we have to go through the darkest storms to see the brightest rainbows. Without the right tools and a safe non-judgmental space, it may feel impossible to weather the storm on your own.
Do you feel overwhelmed with some of your life circumstances? Have you experienced trauma: a divorce, job-loss, traumatic birth, difficult diagnosis, or domestic violence? Are you depressed, struggling with low self-esteem, lacking motivation, or needing help transitioning through life? I believe that every individual has what it takes to succeed and live a fulfilling life. Sometimes, we have to go through the darkest storms to see the brightest rainbows. Without the right tools and a safe non-judgmental space, it may feel impossible to weather the storm on your own.
(618) 617-6712 x1 View (618) 617-6712 x1
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Great Oak Counseling
PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carbondale, IL 62901
Thank you for taking the time to look at our profile. Great Oak Counseling is a multi-disciplinary treatment facility for mental health, relationships, and addiction recovery. We provide outpatient counseling for individuals, couples and families, group counseling, psychological testing and assessment. We believe in holistic treatment and have a staff of doctoral and master's level clinicians with specialties in addiction, anxiety/depression, group counseling, and other forms of counseling.
Thank you for taking the time to look at our profile. Great Oak Counseling is a multi-disciplinary treatment facility for mental health, relationships, and addiction recovery. We provide outpatient counseling for individuals, couples and families, group counseling, psychological testing and assessment. We believe in holistic treatment and have a staff of doctoral and master's level clinicians with specialties in addiction, anxiety/depression, group counseling, and other forms of counseling.
(573) 880-4463 View (573) 880-4463
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Sarah Malak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carbondale, IL 62901  (Online Only)
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression or mood issues, dissociation, and possibly some ADHD too, I'm here for you. If you're looking to work through trauma that is making it hard for you to breathe, to function, to know and be yourself, you've come to the right place. I often treat individuals who are recognizing how past ways of functioning just aren't working for them now and who want to make real and lasting change. Together we can work through the things that are bothering you and get you to a place where you can truly feel that your past is in your past and you have the skills and strength to keep moving forward.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression or mood issues, dissociation, and possibly some ADHD too, I'm here for you. If you're looking to work through trauma that is making it hard for you to breathe, to function, to know and be yourself, you've come to the right place. I often treat individuals who are recognizing how past ways of functioning just aren't working for them now and who want to make real and lasting change. Together we can work through the things that are bothering you and get you to a place where you can truly feel that your past is in your past and you have the skills and strength to keep moving forward.
(217) 615-2944 View (217) 615-2944
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Datrese Monique Bradley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901  (Online Only)
My goal is to meet a client where they are while leading them to where they want to be. My ideal client is someone that wants to begin improving their overall functioning. I am comfortable with any type of client, as long as they are willing to be open and honest. I am here to assist you in identifying strengths, to set boundaries, to set realistic and attainable goals, and process through various emotions. My ideal client wants someone to hear them, to understand their journey, and to help them visualize their ability to grow. We will manage transitions together. My ideal client is someone that wants help, are you that client?
My goal is to meet a client where they are while leading them to where they want to be. My ideal client is someone that wants to begin improving their overall functioning. I am comfortable with any type of client, as long as they are willing to be open and honest. I am here to assist you in identifying strengths, to set boundaries, to set realistic and attainable goals, and process through various emotions. My ideal client wants someone to hear them, to understand their journey, and to help them visualize their ability to grow. We will manage transitions together. My ideal client is someone that wants help, are you that client?
(618) 836-8248 View (618) 836-8248
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Alaina Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901
‘A speaker raises a glass of water and asks the audience, “How heavy do you think this glass of water is?” His answer: “It depends on how long you hold it. It is the exact same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes. If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, we will not be able to carry on, the burden becoming increasingly heavier.”’ Occasionally, we have to set our burdens down so that we are able to recharge and prepare ourselves to continue moving forward. I am deeply committed to providing pathways to support and to create the best environment possible for clients.
‘A speaker raises a glass of water and asks the audience, “How heavy do you think this glass of water is?” His answer: “It depends on how long you hold it. It is the exact same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes. If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, we will not be able to carry on, the burden becoming increasingly heavier.”’ Occasionally, we have to set our burdens down so that we are able to recharge and prepare ourselves to continue moving forward. I am deeply committed to providing pathways to support and to create the best environment possible for clients.
(618) 353-0680 View (618) 353-0680
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Chris Burgess
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901
Courage isn’t having the strength to go on - it is going on when you don’t feel like you have the strength. You need an immense amount of courage to stay the course and struggle even when you are almost ready to give up on life. I am here to listen, and walk beside you even when it feels like everything and maybe everyone is against you.
Courage isn’t having the strength to go on - it is going on when you don’t feel like you have the strength. You need an immense amount of courage to stay the course and struggle even when you are almost ready to give up on life. I am here to listen, and walk beside you even when it feels like everything and maybe everyone is against you.
(618) 313-9819 View (618) 313-9819
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Dr. Jeffrey Brower
MD
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901
Do you suffer from Depression or have Suicidal Thoughts? TMS provides true treatment with a 75% success rate in treatment with 50% of patients experiencing a full remission of symptoms for patients who struggle with depression and OCD. This includes those who have tried multiple medications and struggled with side effects or have not received relief. TMS is not painful or disruptive, does not cause systemic side effects, and does not require hospitalization or anesthesia. Results are often noticed by family and friends within a week. Patient often report results as early as 3 weeks into treatment.
Do you suffer from Depression or have Suicidal Thoughts? TMS provides true treatment with a 75% success rate in treatment with 50% of patients experiencing a full remission of symptoms for patients who struggle with depression and OCD. This includes those who have tried multiple medications and struggled with side effects or have not received relief. TMS is not painful or disruptive, does not cause systemic side effects, and does not require hospitalization or anesthesia. Results are often noticed by family and friends within a week. Patient often report results as early as 3 weeks into treatment.
(618) 328-5782 View (618) 328-5782
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Alexandria Stevens
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901
No two people are alike and that's the same way I treat therapy. Your therapy is just that....yours. I take a multidisciplinary and individualized approach to offer support that is genuine and non-judgmental. I offer a comfortable atmosphere that allows for genuine growth that creates a positive change.
No two people are alike and that's the same way I treat therapy. Your therapy is just that....yours. I take a multidisciplinary and individualized approach to offer support that is genuine and non-judgmental. I offer a comfortable atmosphere that allows for genuine growth that creates a positive change.
(618) 328-5828 View (618) 328-5828
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Dr. Jeffrey Brower
MD
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901
Do you suffer from Depression or have Suicidal Thoughts? TMS provides true treatment with a 75% success rate in treatment with 50% of patients experiencing a full remission of symptoms for patients who struggle with depression and OCD. This includes those who have tried multiple medications and struggled with side effects or have not received relief. TMS is not painful or disruptive, does not cause systemic side effects, and does not require hospitalization or anesthesia. Results are often noticed by family and friends within a week. Patient often report results as early as 3 weeks into treatment.
Do you suffer from Depression or have Suicidal Thoughts? TMS provides true treatment with a 75% success rate in treatment with 50% of patients experiencing a full remission of symptoms for patients who struggle with depression and OCD. This includes those who have tried multiple medications and struggled with side effects or have not received relief. TMS is not painful or disruptive, does not cause systemic side effects, and does not require hospitalization or anesthesia. Results are often noticed by family and friends within a week. Patient often report results as early as 3 weeks into treatment.
(931) 378-6213 View (931) 378-6213
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Dina Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carbondale, IL 62901  (Online Only)
I look forward to helping you uncover parts of yourself that haven't been accessible due to addictions, trauma and unhealthy relationships. By setting goals for yourself and adopting new tools and discovering your own self worth you can recover a part of yourself that may have previously felt inaccessible in the past.
I look forward to helping you uncover parts of yourself that haven't been accessible due to addictions, trauma and unhealthy relationships. By setting goals for yourself and adopting new tools and discovering your own self worth you can recover a part of yourself that may have previously felt inaccessible in the past.
(217) 712-2909 View (217) 712-2909
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Of Vineyards and Canopies Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carbondale, IL 62902  (Online Only)
Here at Of Vineyards and Canopies Therapy Services or OVAC, we offer a safe space of healing like no other. Spearheaded by Latavia Agada, the therapy practice thrives like a vineyard that bears the fruit of change and provides an emotional shade like a reliable canopy. This might be something that is not familiar to you, but hey, it is where you can grow and become a better version of yourself. Progress is the goal, so when you look in the mirror, you can say you’ve made some amazing improvements that you deserve. We’re here to address your concerns and cultivate a healing process that caters to your needs.
Here at Of Vineyards and Canopies Therapy Services or OVAC, we offer a safe space of healing like no other. Spearheaded by Latavia Agada, the therapy practice thrives like a vineyard that bears the fruit of change and provides an emotional shade like a reliable canopy. This might be something that is not familiar to you, but hey, it is where you can grow and become a better version of yourself. Progress is the goal, so when you look in the mirror, you can say you’ve made some amazing improvements that you deserve. We’re here to address your concerns and cultivate a healing process that caters to your needs.
(217) 216-1931 View (217) 216-1931
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Veronica N. Alcerro
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carbondale, IL 62902
Have you been thinking about learning ways to improve how you deal with stress? Is your life overwhelming and you are not sure how to help yourself with your emotions? Does it seem like no one listens to you and you are looking for someone that really hears you and understands what you are dealing with? If you need a judgement free zone just to vent sometimes but are also interested in gaining new skills then I am a good fit for you. I would be honored to help you achieve your goals in order to enhance your overall life satisfaction.
Have you been thinking about learning ways to improve how you deal with stress? Is your life overwhelming and you are not sure how to help yourself with your emotions? Does it seem like no one listens to you and you are looking for someone that really hears you and understands what you are dealing with? If you need a judgement free zone just to vent sometimes but are also interested in gaining new skills then I am a good fit for you. I would be honored to help you achieve your goals in order to enhance your overall life satisfaction.
(618) 822-3530 View (618) 822-3530
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Carbondale, IL provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Carbondale build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.