Autism Therapists in Crystal Lake, IL
As a parent of two children with autism and intellectual disabilities and having served as an advocate/family educator for individuals with autism for nearly 10 years, I am able to connect with both populations in a way that other therapists may not feel equipped to do.
I work with individuals from ages 5 to adult who are struggling with both a mental health issue such as depression, anxiety, life changes or grief and/or an additional diagnosis of autism or other intellectual disability. I also help parents, caregivers, and others who love someone with an intellectual disability. Being the person with these diagnoses or someone who cares for them can feel isolating and confusing. While certain behavioral therapies can be useful for certain individuals, they are not always the correct fit for others. I can offer alternative ways to change undesirable behaviors for all ages.
As a parent of two children with autism and intellectual disabilities and having served as an advocate/family educator for individuals with autism for nearly 10 years, I am able to connect with both populations in a way that other therapists may not feel equipped to do.
I work with individuals from ages 5 to adult who are struggling with both a mental health issue such as depression, anxiety, life changes or grief and/or an additional diagnosis of autism or other intellectual disability. I also help parents, caregivers, and others who love someone with an intellectual disability. Being the person with these diagnoses or someone who cares for them can feel isolating and confusing. While certain behavioral therapies can be useful for certain individuals, they are not always the correct fit for others. I can offer alternative ways to change undesirable behaviors for all ages.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, lgbtq+, autism, ADHD, parenting, and relationship issues. I have spent much of my life volunteering with individuals dealing with substance abuse. My practice focuses on the whole person and how to address the complexities of life. As a therapist, I am here to listen and help find solutions that work for you.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, lgbtq+, autism, ADHD, parenting, and relationship issues. I have spent much of my life volunteering with individuals dealing with substance abuse. My practice focuses on the whole person and how to address the complexities of life. As a therapist, I am here to listen and help find solutions that work for you.
You may be needing relief from depression, or from various form of anxiety including trauma and grief. Others struggle with anger or addictive behaviors and are looking for ways to feel more in control. Or, some have concerns about their kids, ADHD, autism, or other behaviors, and would like someone to come along side to support both parents and child. We know that all change is based on how well we know and connect with our clients. We try to do so through first making each person feel understood, to join in their strugggle, and perhaps use a sense of humor if appropriate. We also offer Christian counseling and services in Spanish.
You may be needing relief from depression, or from various form of anxiety including trauma and grief. Others struggle with anger or addictive behaviors and are looking for ways to feel more in control. Or, some have concerns about their kids, ADHD, autism, or other behaviors, and would like someone to come along side to support both parents and child. We know that all change is based on how well we know and connect with our clients. We try to do so through first making each person feel understood, to join in their strugggle, and perhaps use a sense of humor if appropriate. We also offer Christian counseling and services in Spanish.
I work with children and up who are experiencing anxiety, depression, issues related to trauma, and executive functioning disorders (Spectrum and ADHD). I have experience working with clients with developmental delays or developmental disorders, along with learning difficulties.
I work with children and up who are experiencing anxiety, depression, issues related to trauma, and executive functioning disorders (Spectrum and ADHD). I have experience working with clients with developmental delays or developmental disorders, along with learning difficulties.
Jaimie V Senese
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
“Healing takes time and asking for help is a courageous step” (Mariska Hargitay). You don’t have to heal alone, engaging in therapy is the first step in helping you and your child heal. Therapy can be a tool used to help parents, children, and teens learn skills to make the world feel safer and happier. I specialize in working with children and teens who have ASD, sensory processing issues, behavioral issues, anxiety, and ADHD. I also involve parents in the therapy process, as parents play a vital role in helping their children grow.
“Healing takes time and asking for help is a courageous step” (Mariska Hargitay). You don’t have to heal alone, engaging in therapy is the first step in helping you and your child heal. Therapy can be a tool used to help parents, children, and teens learn skills to make the world feel safer and happier. I specialize in working with children and teens who have ASD, sensory processing issues, behavioral issues, anxiety, and ADHD. I also involve parents in the therapy process, as parents play a vital role in helping their children grow.
I have been providing psychological and behavioral services in the Chicagoland and Grand Rapids, Michigan area for the last 14 years. In session I am empathetic and positive, working collaboratively with each client, in overcoming life challenges. Due to the vast amount of experience I have gained in both psychotherapy as well as behavioral modification, my therapeutic approach is diverse and can be non-directive, guiding the client at their own pace, or directive in nature. My goal is to assist each client to a happier, healthier, productive life, in a safe environment.
I have been providing psychological and behavioral services in the Chicagoland and Grand Rapids, Michigan area for the last 14 years. In session I am empathetic and positive, working collaboratively with each client, in overcoming life challenges. Due to the vast amount of experience I have gained in both psychotherapy as well as behavioral modification, my therapeutic approach is diverse and can be non-directive, guiding the client at their own pace, or directive in nature. My goal is to assist each client to a happier, healthier, productive life, in a safe environment.
Charles A Vorderer
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
I enjoy working with all my clients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a myriad of issues. I have a particular expertise and understanding working with trauma issues. I have 15 years of police experience that allows me to better understand the needs of the service professionals (police, fire, nurses, military, etc.) clients and their families and how best to help them in a compassionate and caring way. The needs of these individuals can be unique. From substance abuse and anger control to depression and suicidal ideation, the stressors of these individuals require an understanding and knowledge, which I have.
I enjoy working with all my clients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a myriad of issues. I have a particular expertise and understanding working with trauma issues. I have 15 years of police experience that allows me to better understand the needs of the service professionals (police, fire, nurses, military, etc.) clients and their families and how best to help them in a compassionate and caring way. The needs of these individuals can be unique. From substance abuse and anger control to depression and suicidal ideation, the stressors of these individuals require an understanding and knowledge, which I have.
Catherine Radosevich
Psychologist, PsyD, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Waitlist for new clients
Do you or your child have difficulties with regulating emotions, staying focused and organized, or maintaining social and personal relationships? Have you been feeling overwhelmed, under-stimulated, or burned out on life? Are you a young person struggling to launch into adulthood post-pandemic? I work with people who are neurodivergent across all ages with diagnoses such as ASD & ADHD. I also find great joy in helping people with trauma, mood disorders, relationship conflicts, life adjustments, or difficulties with grief and loss. I practice therapy that is affirming of all identities, orientations, and cultures.
Do you or your child have difficulties with regulating emotions, staying focused and organized, or maintaining social and personal relationships? Have you been feeling overwhelmed, under-stimulated, or burned out on life? Are you a young person struggling to launch into adulthood post-pandemic? I work with people who are neurodivergent across all ages with diagnoses such as ASD & ADHD. I also find great joy in helping people with trauma, mood disorders, relationship conflicts, life adjustments, or difficulties with grief and loss. I practice therapy that is affirming of all identities, orientations, and cultures.
I am a Licensed Social Worker whose focus is working with children and families. My ideal client is a child navigating emotional and behavioral challenges stemming from communication breakdowns, unresolved trauma, life transitions (e.g., divorce, relocation), and much more. The child may exhibit anxiety, defiance, or social struggles, while the parents feel overwhelmed. My goals are to empower clients to learn emotional resilience, improve family communication, and create a supportive, trusting, non-judgmental, and empathetic space.
I am a Licensed Social Worker whose focus is working with children and families. My ideal client is a child navigating emotional and behavioral challenges stemming from communication breakdowns, unresolved trauma, life transitions (e.g., divorce, relocation), and much more. The child may exhibit anxiety, defiance, or social struggles, while the parents feel overwhelmed. My goals are to empower clients to learn emotional resilience, improve family communication, and create a supportive, trusting, non-judgmental, and empathetic space.
Pishotta Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (Online Only)
I want to give you the opportunity to improve the quality of your life. With the right help, life's challenges can be overcome and your wounds can be healed. Life does not have to feel this difficult, and regaining control is closer than you think. Call me today and begin to fill your life with the memories you desire and the happiness you deserve.
I want to give you the opportunity to improve the quality of your life. With the right help, life's challenges can be overcome and your wounds can be healed. Life does not have to feel this difficult, and regaining control is closer than you think. Call me today and begin to fill your life with the memories you desire and the happiness you deserve.
Life isn't always in our control (and no, I'm not a fan of that either). In therapy, we can learn to manage the things within our control - so that we are better equipped to contend with life’s inevitable ups and downs. Whether you're experiencing a big transition, stress from everyday life, a personal loss, or chronic issues - we can work together to make things easier. I have experience working with individuals with a variety of concerns & mental/physical health issues. I strive to make everyone - of any body shape/size, sexuality, gender, race, religion, or disability - comfortable in the therapy room (and in their own skins).
Life isn't always in our control (and no, I'm not a fan of that either). In therapy, we can learn to manage the things within our control - so that we are better equipped to contend with life’s inevitable ups and downs. Whether you're experiencing a big transition, stress from everyday life, a personal loss, or chronic issues - we can work together to make things easier. I have experience working with individuals with a variety of concerns & mental/physical health issues. I strive to make everyone - of any body shape/size, sexuality, gender, race, religion, or disability - comfortable in the therapy room (and in their own skins).
My passion has always been to help others during difficult times, especially children, teens, and young adults. I am dedicated in serving my community and guiding others on a self-discovery journey to feeling better and learning effective ways of coping with diverse situations. My diverse experience working in the field has given me insight on the resilience we all carry within us and in our unique stories. Something I consider in my therapeutic approach: It's not about what’s wrong with you, it’s about what’s happened to you and in how you decide to move forward, regardless of the difficult baggage, you don’t need to do it alone.
My passion has always been to help others during difficult times, especially children, teens, and young adults. I am dedicated in serving my community and guiding others on a self-discovery journey to feeling better and learning effective ways of coping with diverse situations. My diverse experience working in the field has given me insight on the resilience we all carry within us and in our unique stories. Something I consider in my therapeutic approach: It's not about what’s wrong with you, it’s about what’s happened to you and in how you decide to move forward, regardless of the difficult baggage, you don’t need to do it alone.
Constance Renae White
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Constance is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, and their families. She has experience working with individuals with Anger Management, Anxiety, & Depression. Constance utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist patients in achieving positive changes in mood, thought process, and their behavior.
Accepting new clients! Constance is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, and their families. She has experience working with individuals with Anger Management, Anxiety, & Depression. Constance utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist patients in achieving positive changes in mood, thought process, and their behavior.
Center for Emotional Wellness of the Northwest
Counselor, CADC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Our Center is proud to be recognized as the leading counseling center in the Northwest Suburbs. Our dedicated team, with over 50 years of combined experience in schools, hospitals, and private practice settings, brings extensive knowledge and expertise to support our clients. We provide personalized treatment grounded in evidence-based practices. We adopt a holistic approach and specializes in various areas to support individuals, families, and couples of all ages. We’re committed to connecting you with the right wellness professional and treatment option tailored to your needs.
Our Center is proud to be recognized as the leading counseling center in the Northwest Suburbs. Our dedicated team, with over 50 years of combined experience in schools, hospitals, and private practice settings, brings extensive knowledge and expertise to support our clients. We provide personalized treatment grounded in evidence-based practices. We adopt a holistic approach and specializes in various areas to support individuals, families, and couples of all ages. We’re committed to connecting you with the right wellness professional and treatment option tailored to your needs.
"When little people are overwhelmed by big emotions, it's our job to share our calm. Not join their chaos". -L.R. Knost ***You do not have to be alone or watch your child be unable to deal with emotions effectively, go through behavioral changes or experience a negative world. Finding a meaningful life can be challenging. Allow me to help you and/or your child find a life that is happy, healthy and peaceful. I specialize in working with female teens struggling with Depression, Anxiety and self-harm as well as children (and parents) with ADHD and behavioral issues through behavioral intervention.
"When little people are overwhelmed by big emotions, it's our job to share our calm. Not join their chaos". -L.R. Knost ***You do not have to be alone or watch your child be unable to deal with emotions effectively, go through behavioral changes or experience a negative world. Finding a meaningful life can be challenging. Allow me to help you and/or your child find a life that is happy, healthy and peaceful. I specialize in working with female teens struggling with Depression, Anxiety and self-harm as well as children (and parents) with ADHD and behavioral issues through behavioral intervention.
My therapeutic approach is drawn from Neurofeedback, which involves recording brainwaves and providing instant feedback to the individual through visual or auditory cues. This feedback helps the brain learn to self-regulate, promoting more balanced and efficient functioning. Neurofeedback therapy has shown success in addressing a variety of conditions, including but not limited to: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorders, TBI.
My therapeutic approach is drawn from Neurofeedback, which involves recording brainwaves and providing instant feedback to the individual through visual or auditory cues. This feedback helps the brain learn to self-regulate, promoting more balanced and efficient functioning. Neurofeedback therapy has shown success in addressing a variety of conditions, including but not limited to: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorders, TBI.
I appreciate that you have made a choice to find a therapist with whom you would like to work. It is a crucial step that may have taken a great deal of deliberation. It is no easy feat to work with another in addressing past traumas, suffering, loss, pain, isolation, or the myriad of difficulties and stressors one may incur as a result of the human condition, though forging a story that is uniquely yours to transcend the hardships you have overcome takes tremendous strength and courage. I hope that you consider working with me in pursuing a path that leads towards self actualization, as it is profoundly rewarding and enriching.
I appreciate that you have made a choice to find a therapist with whom you would like to work. It is a crucial step that may have taken a great deal of deliberation. It is no easy feat to work with another in addressing past traumas, suffering, loss, pain, isolation, or the myriad of difficulties and stressors one may incur as a result of the human condition, though forging a story that is uniquely yours to transcend the hardships you have overcome takes tremendous strength and courage. I hope that you consider working with me in pursuing a path that leads towards self actualization, as it is profoundly rewarding and enriching.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
At Center for Therapeutic Services and Psychodiagnostics, we are committed to helping you with the most comprehensive, holistic services that are established in evidence-based treatment. You are unique and your circumstances are unique! We will apply a broad range of dynamic assessments that are individualized and tailored to fit your unique needs. We take a creative approach to treating complex mental health problems both on an individual and group level.
At Center for Therapeutic Services and Psychodiagnostics, we are committed to helping you with the most comprehensive, holistic services that are established in evidence-based treatment. You are unique and your circumstances are unique! We will apply a broad range of dynamic assessments that are individualized and tailored to fit your unique needs. We take a creative approach to treating complex mental health problems both on an individual and group level.
I have been providing psychological services to Mchenry county for the last 18 years. My experience is diverse and my approach to therapy is evidenced-based. I comprehend mental health issues from not only a psychological, but also from a social and neurological perspective. With this being stated I have developed a unique and comprehensive understanding of my clients. I have worked with several challenging clients and pride myself in my ability to modify treatment interventions for each client's unique needs. Essentially treatment is a team approach and I am here to walk with the client on the path to recovery.
I have been providing psychological services to Mchenry county for the last 18 years. My experience is diverse and my approach to therapy is evidenced-based. I comprehend mental health issues from not only a psychological, but also from a social and neurological perspective. With this being stated I have developed a unique and comprehensive understanding of my clients. I have worked with several challenging clients and pride myself in my ability to modify treatment interventions for each client's unique needs. Essentially treatment is a team approach and I am here to walk with the client on the path to recovery.
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Autism Therapists
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.