Parenting Therapists in Gresham, Chicago, IL

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Daffaney Burnside
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620  (Online Only)
I am a individual and family therapist licensed in Illinois with over 5 years of experience working as a psychotherapist in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have specialized experience working in residential based treatment providing long term care-treatment as well as short term crisis outpatient-field work. I have worked with clients with a range of concerns and diagnoses including depression, anxiety, parenting problems, abandonment issues, grief and loss, trauma, mood disorders, etc. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I meet my clients where they are using therapeutic approaches that will better meet their needs.
I am a individual and family therapist licensed in Illinois with over 5 years of experience working as a psychotherapist in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have specialized experience working in residential based treatment providing long term care-treatment as well as short term crisis outpatient-field work. I have worked with clients with a range of concerns and diagnoses including depression, anxiety, parenting problems, abandonment issues, grief and loss, trauma, mood disorders, etc. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I meet my clients where they are using therapeutic approaches that will better meet their needs.
(815) 569-5676 View (815) 569-5676
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Erica Lloyd
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620
I am thrilled to bring a unique blend of warmth, passion, reliability, and enthusiasm to my practice. My clients consistently commend my dependability, insightfulness, relatability, and compassion, which foster an open, honest, and safe environment where they can comfortably address the uncomfortable and tap into their innate strengths.
I am thrilled to bring a unique blend of warmth, passion, reliability, and enthusiasm to my practice. My clients consistently commend my dependability, insightfulness, relatability, and compassion, which foster an open, honest, and safe environment where they can comfortably address the uncomfortable and tap into their innate strengths.
(312) 948-9630 View (312) 948-9630
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Lotus Trauma Care
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CFTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620  (Online Only)
At Lotus Trauma Care, each of our clients experience genuine engagement tailored to fit their individual needs. Our therapists are curious of your interests, your strengths, your passion, your motives, and your desires. We are eager to support you in being your best you. We don't assume that we have all the answers to what your path looks like. We know that your experiences are unique and your path needs to be too.
At Lotus Trauma Care, each of our clients experience genuine engagement tailored to fit their individual needs. Our therapists are curious of your interests, your strengths, your passion, your motives, and your desires. We are eager to support you in being your best you. We don't assume that we have all the answers to what your path looks like. We know that your experiences are unique and your path needs to be too.
(872) 814-7004 View (872) 814-7004
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Ari Graff
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620  (Online Only)
Are you a man that feels stuck? Do you need help with confidence, masculinity, marriage/romantic relationships, dating, purpose, leadership, self-discipline, and friendships? Many men feel stuck right now, unsure of what it means to be a man and how to feel good about it. We often get conflicting messages from our parents, our partners, and the broader culture about manhood and masculinity. Many people equate masculinity with toxic masculinity. If you’re struggling to figure out how to be a strong, confident man that is also kind and loving, then coaching or a men’s group may be right for you.
Are you a man that feels stuck? Do you need help with confidence, masculinity, marriage/romantic relationships, dating, purpose, leadership, self-discipline, and friendships? Many men feel stuck right now, unsure of what it means to be a man and how to feel good about it. We often get conflicting messages from our parents, our partners, and the broader culture about manhood and masculinity. Many people equate masculinity with toxic masculinity. If you’re struggling to figure out how to be a strong, confident man that is also kind and loving, then coaching or a men’s group may be right for you.
(708) 377-5209 View (708) 377-5209
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Nicholas J Piechotte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CADC, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620
I approach therapy with positivity, mindfulness, humor and goals. I am a certified substance abuse counselor and an EMDR trained clinician. I also incorporate spirituality to holistically treat my clients mind, body and soul. My clinical skills are rooted in CBT, DBT, Psycho-dynamic and Motivational Interviewing.
I approach therapy with positivity, mindfulness, humor and goals. I am a certified substance abuse counselor and an EMDR trained clinician. I also incorporate spirituality to holistically treat my clients mind, body and soul. My clinical skills are rooted in CBT, DBT, Psycho-dynamic and Motivational Interviewing.
(312) 874-5275 View (312) 874-5275
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David Kohler
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620
As a clinical psychologist, I have spent my career specializing in relationship and family issues, different phase-of-life transitions and substance abuse counseling. My passion and focus is the issues that arise as couples and families manage transitions through the family life cycle. My years of training and experience working with high conflict communication styles, difficult dynamics and phase of life issues has made me uniquely well-equipped to handle most individuals, couples and families.
As a clinical psychologist, I have spent my career specializing in relationship and family issues, different phase-of-life transitions and substance abuse counseling. My passion and focus is the issues that arise as couples and families manage transitions through the family life cycle. My years of training and experience working with high conflict communication styles, difficult dynamics and phase of life issues has made me uniquely well-equipped to handle most individuals, couples and families.
(773) 801-7243 View (773) 801-7243
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Corinne Morgan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620  (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm so very happy you've decided to visit my page, and even if you don't choose me, I wish you the very best. My name is Corinne, and as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am committed to partnering with my clients to create plans of action that will result in more positive, lasting outcomes. I believe that clients are the experts of their experiences, and my job is to support them in their journey of finding and nurturing their inner strength. I have experience with clients of diverse backgrounds, struggling with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life adjustments, OCD, and stress.
Welcome! I'm so very happy you've decided to visit my page, and even if you don't choose me, I wish you the very best. My name is Corinne, and as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am committed to partnering with my clients to create plans of action that will result in more positive, lasting outcomes. I believe that clients are the experts of their experiences, and my job is to support them in their journey of finding and nurturing their inner strength. I have experience with clients of diverse backgrounds, struggling with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life adjustments, OCD, and stress.
(708) 726-4997 View (708) 726-4997
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Karen Cannon
Counselor, MA, LCPC , CADC , CDVP
Verified Verified
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620  (Online Only)
Establishing trust is essential for counseling and building a therapeutic relationship. At times during the building of this relationship, you may come to feel the most vulnerable. It will be at those times; you will have my undivided attention. Therapy allows individuals the ability to process through unexpected life circumstances as well as troubling event occurrence. At present, all appointments will be virtual. My office location has handicapped accessibility and I offer late evening as well as weekend availability for appointments.
Establishing trust is essential for counseling and building a therapeutic relationship. At times during the building of this relationship, you may come to feel the most vulnerable. It will be at those times; you will have my undivided attention. Therapy allows individuals the ability to process through unexpected life circumstances as well as troubling event occurrence. At present, all appointments will be virtual. My office location has handicapped accessibility and I offer late evening as well as weekend availability for appointments.
(872) 206-9056 View (872) 206-9056
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Talyah Acker
Counselor, LCPC, LPC, MEd, MAT
Verified Verified
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620  (Online Only)
Have you found love, but find it far from the fairytale you imagined? Maybe you're always the bridesmaid and never the bride? Or you feel like it’s Groundhog Day, same problems different day. I help women and couples find solutions. If you find yourself posing “Why me?” questions more often than you’d care to admit. Why can’t I find "the one"? Why do I keep fighting with the person I found? Why won't they just change for me? Why can’t I break my pattern of relying on work, food, or a few too many glasses of wine to feel better? Or maybe just why do I feel so alone and stuck? I can help you solve the mystery.
Have you found love, but find it far from the fairytale you imagined? Maybe you're always the bridesmaid and never the bride? Or you feel like it’s Groundhog Day, same problems different day. I help women and couples find solutions. If you find yourself posing “Why me?” questions more often than you’d care to admit. Why can’t I find "the one"? Why do I keep fighting with the person I found? Why won't they just change for me? Why can’t I break my pattern of relying on work, food, or a few too many glasses of wine to feel better? Or maybe just why do I feel so alone and stuck? I can help you solve the mystery.
(708) 847-5866 View (708) 847-5866
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Michelle Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620  (Online Only)
I am passionate about assisting others as they draw meaning in their lives and seek to establish relational support when faced with adversity. Oftentimes it is difficult to connect from the inside out and from the outside in when we are hurting. Many individuals are longing for someone to hear, care, and validate their feelings. I have worked with diverse populations with a myriad of mental health challenges, and have come to an understanding that hurt and pain knows no race, creed, or ethnicity; we all share in these throughout our lifetime.
I am passionate about assisting others as they draw meaning in their lives and seek to establish relational support when faced with adversity. Oftentimes it is difficult to connect from the inside out and from the outside in when we are hurting. Many individuals are longing for someone to hear, care, and validate their feelings. I have worked with diverse populations with a myriad of mental health challenges, and have come to an understanding that hurt and pain knows no race, creed, or ethnicity; we all share in these throughout our lifetime.
(708) 501-6149 View (708) 501-6149
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Antionette Davis
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620  (Online Only)
The first question most therapists will ask is "what brings you to therapy?" Well, I have a different question to ask, have you ever found yourself stuck in a loop, replaying the same thoughts over and over? Picture this: an event, a conversation, a stressor, playing on repeat in your mind, leaving you mentally drained with no way out.
The first question most therapists will ask is "what brings you to therapy?" Well, I have a different question to ask, have you ever found yourself stuck in a loop, replaying the same thoughts over and over? Picture this: an event, a conversation, a stressor, playing on repeat in your mind, leaving you mentally drained with no way out.
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Sarah Bedell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620
Healing from the past, embracing the future! I understand that each person’s story is unique and it takes incredible strength to seek support. I work with individuals, couples, and families who have faced trauma, depression, postpartum challenges, and relationship difficulties. My goal is to help you cultivate a sense of safety within yourself, empowering you to lead a more meaningful life. Whether you're struggling with past experiences that continue to affect your present, navigating the complexities of parenthood, or seeking to strengthen your relationships, I am here to walk alongside you.
Healing from the past, embracing the future! I understand that each person’s story is unique and it takes incredible strength to seek support. I work with individuals, couples, and families who have faced trauma, depression, postpartum challenges, and relationship difficulties. My goal is to help you cultivate a sense of safety within yourself, empowering you to lead a more meaningful life. Whether you're struggling with past experiences that continue to affect your present, navigating the complexities of parenthood, or seeking to strengthen your relationships, I am here to walk alongside you.
(630) 339-3761 View (630) 339-3761
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Erika Lewis
Counselor, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620
The goal of Heal Thyself Counseling Services is to create a supportive therapeutic environment where clients can explore their own emotional needs and overcome barriers that limit their full potential by meeting each client where they are most comfortable - at their home, in office, or online. I have professionally served individuals, families, and children for more than 6 years. Using cognitive therapy techniques and psycho-education as the backbone for treatment planning, I can help you develop a clear plan for improving your life and important life relationships.
The goal of Heal Thyself Counseling Services is to create a supportive therapeutic environment where clients can explore their own emotional needs and overcome barriers that limit their full potential by meeting each client where they are most comfortable - at their home, in office, or online. I have professionally served individuals, families, and children for more than 6 years. Using cognitive therapy techniques and psycho-education as the backbone for treatment planning, I can help you develop a clear plan for improving your life and important life relationships.
(708) 816-5365 View (708) 816-5365
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Addie Miles
BA, MA, MS, MA Min, PhD Stu
Verified Verified
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620
(872) 259-7798 View (872) 259-7798
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Tijuana R. Gipson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gresham, Chicago, IL 60620  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, grief, stress, low self-esteem and interpersonal struggles. My main goal in treatment is to assist individuals in unpacking their challenges and building upon their strengths. I do this by using a collaborative and strength-based approach to mental wellness. I believe that the relationship between client and clinician in the initial stages of treatment are the most critical. Therefore, I approach each session with empathy, compassion, reassurance and a tiny dash of humor when appropriate.
I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, grief, stress, low self-esteem and interpersonal struggles. My main goal in treatment is to assist individuals in unpacking their challenges and building upon their strengths. I do this by using a collaborative and strength-based approach to mental wellness. I believe that the relationship between client and clinician in the initial stages of treatment are the most critical. Therefore, I approach each session with empathy, compassion, reassurance and a tiny dash of humor when appropriate.
(773) 232-5436 View (773) 232-5436

Online Therapists

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Michelle Rieff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60657
Therapy is an opportunity for you to gain insight, find hope, and make lasting change. With my support, you can gain increased self-awareness and clarity into the self-defeating patterns and beliefs that may be keeping you stuck, distressed, alone or in conflict. I strive to create an atmosphere that is caring, compassionate and safe to empower you to take the necessary steps toward greater fulfillment and meaning. Specializing in issues pertaining to relationships and life transitions, including marriage/divorce, parenting, relocation, career changes and loss, I will help you discover your strengths, enhance self-esteem, improve communication, and ease your anxiety.
Therapy is an opportunity for you to gain insight, find hope, and make lasting change. With my support, you can gain increased self-awareness and clarity into the self-defeating patterns and beliefs that may be keeping you stuck, distressed, alone or in conflict. I strive to create an atmosphere that is caring, compassionate and safe to empower you to take the necessary steps toward greater fulfillment and meaning. Specializing in issues pertaining to relationships and life transitions, including marriage/divorce, parenting, relocation, career changes and loss, I will help you discover your strengths, enhance self-esteem, improve communication, and ease your anxiety.
(240) 301-4723 View (240) 301-4723
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Lisa Mihevc
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, ALMFT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60608
Sometimes parenting feels traumatic, and you are tired of feeling alone. I help parents understand their child's most frustrating, confusing, and overwhelming behaviors while also guiding them to experience more confidence and regulation. My theoretical paths include trauma-informed, attachment-based, and somatic in nature. I practice somatic touch, which effectively facilitates regulation in a person's nervous system. It is hard to change the way we parent even if we know what to do. I provide the practical resources and support that you need.
Sometimes parenting feels traumatic, and you are tired of feeling alone. I help parents understand their child's most frustrating, confusing, and overwhelming behaviors while also guiding them to experience more confidence and regulation. My theoretical paths include trauma-informed, attachment-based, and somatic in nature. I practice somatic touch, which effectively facilitates regulation in a person's nervous system. It is hard to change the way we parent even if we know what to do. I provide the practical resources and support that you need.
(708) 578-7991 View (708) 578-7991
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Active Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618
I started my career working with children, adolescents and their families, and I work closely with parents to help them learn effective parenting and discipline techniques.
I have worked with a variety of clients and multiple issues. This includes adults, couples, adolescents, children, and families. I have extensive experience with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief, family/relationship issues, and childhood and adolescent disorders. Having worked with a variety of different ethnicities and cultures including LGBTQ, I attempt to bring that cultural sensitivity to my practice. My work with clients includes helping them to identify patterns of problematic thought and behavior, and explore ways these patterns may have developed. My objective is to help clients find ways to enjoy and succeed in their lives.
I started my career working with children, adolescents and their families, and I work closely with parents to help them learn effective parenting and discipline techniques.
I have worked with a variety of clients and multiple issues. This includes adults, couples, adolescents, children, and families. I have extensive experience with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief, family/relationship issues, and childhood and adolescent disorders. Having worked with a variety of different ethnicities and cultures including LGBTQ, I attempt to bring that cultural sensitivity to my practice. My work with clients includes helping them to identify patterns of problematic thought and behavior, and explore ways these patterns may have developed. My objective is to help clients find ways to enjoy and succeed in their lives.
(773) 985-3407 View (773) 985-3407
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Lauren Fontana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60646
I also work with parents who are in need of support or assistance with changing their parenting styles and family dynamics.
I believe in the importance of building a therapeutic relationship and comfortable environment and therefore believe in being authentic and realistic with clients. I find this to be especially important in working with adolescents, young adults, families, and those who hav experienced trauma. I enjoy getting to understand their prospective and being able to advocate for them as well as to teach them to advocate for themselves and learn the skills that they need to communicate more effectively with others. I also believe that working with families and parents creates more success for everyone and therefore facilitate more change.
I also work with parents who are in need of support or assistance with changing their parenting styles and family dynamics.
I believe in the importance of building a therapeutic relationship and comfortable environment and therefore believe in being authentic and realistic with clients. I find this to be especially important in working with adolescents, young adults, families, and those who hav experienced trauma. I enjoy getting to understand their prospective and being able to advocate for them as well as to teach them to advocate for themselves and learn the skills that they need to communicate more effectively with others. I also believe that working with families and parents creates more success for everyone and therefore facilitate more change.
(708) 866-0675 View (708) 866-0675
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Kelsey Suglich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647
No matter what challenges you may be experiencing, you are valid in seeking support. Being a child, teenager, young adult, or parent is hard. Every stage brings new obstacles, relationships, hopes, and fears. I am here to hold a space for you, your child, and your family to explore and process whatever you need. You can count on me to provide an environment that encourages honesty, vulnerability, and resiliency. I am passionate about supporting my clients in their pursuit of growth and connection.
No matter what challenges you may be experiencing, you are valid in seeking support. Being a child, teenager, young adult, or parent is hard. Every stage brings new obstacles, relationships, hopes, and fears. I am here to hold a space for you, your child, and your family to explore and process whatever you need. You can count on me to provide an environment that encourages honesty, vulnerability, and resiliency. I am passionate about supporting my clients in their pursuit of growth and connection.
(312) 626-7219 View (312) 626-7219

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Parenting Therapists

What does therapy for parenting look like?

Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?

When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?

Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?

Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.