Toddler Therapists in Grayslake, IL
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The Impact of Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grayslake, IL 60030
Hello, My name is Jonathan. I was introduced to the positive impact a therapeutic relationship can have while serving in the United States Marine Corps. A safe environment to share the ongoing challenges we faced, provided us the ability to overcome the barriers we encountered. Since then, I have dedicated my education and career towards embracing life challenges and providing clinical support to our community for over 10 years.
Hello, My name is Jonathan. I was introduced to the positive impact a therapeutic relationship can have while serving in the United States Marine Corps. A safe environment to share the ongoing challenges we faced, provided us the ability to overcome the barriers we encountered. Since then, I have dedicated my education and career towards embracing life challenges and providing clinical support to our community for over 10 years.
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My outlook on life is that we are all on a journey. Some people move faster than others. Some need a helping hand along the way; but we can all arrive to where we are going, where we want to be…every single one of us. I am here to help motivate when you lack motivation. I am here to listen when you feel unheard. I am here to push when you feel weak, or pull when you don’t feel strong enough. I’m also here to sit with you when you aren’t ready or feel unable to make a decision. I am here at your pace.
My outlook on life is that we are all on a journey. Some people move faster than others. Some need a helping hand along the way; but we can all arrive to where we are going, where we want to be…every single one of us. I am here to help motivate when you lack motivation. I am here to listen when you feel unheard. I am here to push when you feel weak, or pull when you don’t feel strong enough. I’m also here to sit with you when you aren’t ready or feel unable to make a decision. I am here at your pace.
![Photo of Jen Underwood, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b2c21a42-abbe-4a48-8055-46fb05f3f6f5/2/320x400.jpeg)
I enjoy helping people to feel more control over their lives. I am very curious about people’s stories. How can we edit our thoughts to feel better? Is there a different way to think about this problem? Sometimes I use humor to lighten the mood, but I will always uphold professional boundaries. In fact, I love to teach ways to set clear boundaries in our families and our workplaces. I have worked with many trauma survivors, and they describe feeling less trapped in shame spirals, with more confidence and fewer flashbacks.
I enjoy helping people to feel more control over their lives. I am very curious about people’s stories. How can we edit our thoughts to feel better? Is there a different way to think about this problem? Sometimes I use humor to lighten the mood, but I will always uphold professional boundaries. In fact, I love to teach ways to set clear boundaries in our families and our workplaces. I have worked with many trauma survivors, and they describe feeling less trapped in shame spirals, with more confidence and fewer flashbacks.
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As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I believe each individual deserves a safe place to process life transitions, frustrations, worries, fears, or sadness. As an empathetic and nonjudgmental clinician I know it can be challenging or frightening to enter into counseling and open up. I place emphasis on creating a safe place where children, adolescents, adults, and families can comfortably explore the nature of their issues.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I believe each individual deserves a safe place to process life transitions, frustrations, worries, fears, or sadness. As an empathetic and nonjudgmental clinician I know it can be challenging or frightening to enter into counseling and open up. I place emphasis on creating a safe place where children, adolescents, adults, and families can comfortably explore the nature of their issues.
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CYN Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, LCPC, LPC, LSW
Verified Verified
Grayslake, IL 60030
CYN has been in business for over 40 years treating children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups. Our counseling and psychotherapy services are confidential and we offer a relaxed, friendly setting. Located in Grayslake, Illinois, we understand the needs of the surrounding communities and our therapists encompass a wide range of specialties and treatment modalities. Regardless of the issues you face, let CYN assist you in your emotional growth and /or healing.
CYN has been in business for over 40 years treating children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups. Our counseling and psychotherapy services are confidential and we offer a relaxed, friendly setting. Located in Grayslake, Illinois, we understand the needs of the surrounding communities and our therapists encompass a wide range of specialties and treatment modalities. Regardless of the issues you face, let CYN assist you in your emotional growth and /or healing.
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Dr. Benton strives to engage clients in a collaborative therapeutic relationship that is empathic and attuned to their thoughts and feelings. She works to see the world through their lens. In this safe and accepting environment, clients are supported as they begin to explore the reasons that brought them to therapy. Dr. Benton guides clients as they gain insight and awareness to life patterns and themes. She encourages clients to give voice to their thoughts, feelings and reactions in hopes of interrupting painful cycles and creating a greater feeling of freedom, choice, flexibility, and empowerment.
Dr. Benton strives to engage clients in a collaborative therapeutic relationship that is empathic and attuned to their thoughts and feelings. She works to see the world through their lens. In this safe and accepting environment, clients are supported as they begin to explore the reasons that brought them to therapy. Dr. Benton guides clients as they gain insight and awareness to life patterns and themes. She encourages clients to give voice to their thoughts, feelings and reactions in hopes of interrupting painful cycles and creating a greater feeling of freedom, choice, flexibility, and empowerment.
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Our goal is simple. To offer people a center that is dedicated to the wellness of the mind, body and spirit. We are focused on solutions that build healthy skills to last a lifetime.
Our goal is simple. To offer people a center that is dedicated to the wellness of the mind, body and spirit. We are focused on solutions that build healthy skills to last a lifetime.
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Stephanie Ardagh LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Type 73
Verified Verified
Grayslake, IL 60030
North Star Counseling Group was founded on the idea that all people will find themselves in need of guidance and support at some point in their life. Various concerns can lead a person to counseling services. Stephanie Ardagh, LCSW works with children ages 3-18. She is experienced in addressing issues of: self esteem, self injury, body image, school refusal, adjustment to divorce and loss, social skills, and significant behavior disorders. Stephanie sees parents as a valuable resource and ally when working with children. She works well with other providers, such as school personnel, to get to know her clients and their unique needs.
North Star Counseling Group was founded on the idea that all people will find themselves in need of guidance and support at some point in their life. Various concerns can lead a person to counseling services. Stephanie Ardagh, LCSW works with children ages 3-18. She is experienced in addressing issues of: self esteem, self injury, body image, school refusal, adjustment to divorce and loss, social skills, and significant behavior disorders. Stephanie sees parents as a valuable resource and ally when working with children. She works well with other providers, such as school personnel, to get to know her clients and their unique needs.
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Youth & Family Counseling (YFC) is a family friendly counseling center located in Libertyville. We provide individual, couple, and family therapy services to children, adolescents, adults and seniors. Our mission is to help people from all walks of life heal from trauma, cope with difficult life transitions, and reach their full potential. Our therapists have an extensive range of clinical backgrounds and areas of expertise. All are compassionate professionals who are committed to helping their clients achieve their treatment goals.
Youth & Family Counseling (YFC) is a family friendly counseling center located in Libertyville. We provide individual, couple, and family therapy services to children, adolescents, adults and seniors. Our mission is to help people from all walks of life heal from trauma, cope with difficult life transitions, and reach their full potential. Our therapists have an extensive range of clinical backgrounds and areas of expertise. All are compassionate professionals who are committed to helping their clients achieve their treatment goals.
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Helping restore a sense of balance and self-worth to my client’s lives is my passion. My experience has spanned over 14 years, with a strong foundation in child and adolescent pathology. My philosophy is to work collaboratively in goal development and attainment, to highlight the connection among faulty thinking, feelings, and ineffective coping patterns and promote healthy changes. Through empowerment to challenge these factors, comes a renewed sense of confidence, strengths, and effective skills to manage life’s stressors and relationships.
Helping restore a sense of balance and self-worth to my client’s lives is my passion. My experience has spanned over 14 years, with a strong foundation in child and adolescent pathology. My philosophy is to work collaboratively in goal development and attainment, to highlight the connection among faulty thinking, feelings, and ineffective coping patterns and promote healthy changes. Through empowerment to challenge these factors, comes a renewed sense of confidence, strengths, and effective skills to manage life’s stressors and relationships.
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Jennifer Goss
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP, CGP, CFRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grayslake, IL 60030 (Online Only)
I'm here for you in a crisis or a tough life transition. Is your child or adolescent struggling at home, with friends or at school? Is your child held back by anxiety, phobias, ADHD, impulse control, bullying, friendship issues, divorce, suicidal thoughts, a traumatic event or memories, PTSD, or challenges with their relationships at home? Are you struggling with adjusting to college life? Or do you find you and your partner are in need of support? If so, I can help!
I'm here for you in a crisis or a tough life transition. Is your child or adolescent struggling at home, with friends or at school? Is your child held back by anxiety, phobias, ADHD, impulse control, bullying, friendship issues, divorce, suicidal thoughts, a traumatic event or memories, PTSD, or challenges with their relationships at home? Are you struggling with adjusting to college life? Or do you find you and your partner are in need of support? If so, I can help!
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Grace Varghese
Counselor, MS, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grayslake, IL 60030
Waitlist for new clients
Grace is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. She works with individuals and families to establish hope, promote emotional healing, and facilitate personal growth. Grace offers warmth, compassion and great insight in her work. Her gentle therapeutic approach is an asset to her work and enables her to compassionately address the mental health needs of children, adolescents, and adults so that they are empowered to lead a purpose driven life.
Grace is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. She works with individuals and families to establish hope, promote emotional healing, and facilitate personal growth. Grace offers warmth, compassion and great insight in her work. Her gentle therapeutic approach is an asset to her work and enables her to compassionately address the mental health needs of children, adolescents, and adults so that they are empowered to lead a purpose driven life.
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When it comes to mental health treatment, our approach is simple and unique: our accomplished team of physicians and therapists work together to diagnose and treat your body, mind and spirit as a whole. We are one of the few practices combining traditional treatment with evidence-based alternative therapies, all under one roof. We are privileged to have changed the lives of many families in Chicago's North Shore, as well as out-of-state and foreign visitors. Our "whole body" approach to treating mental health conditions is supported by clinical studies. These include but are not limited to: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), diet and exercise, spiritual/social evaluation, yoga and art therapy. Many still focus only on the brain, treating symptoms, not causes. In many cases they over-prescribe medications. While our physicians do prescribe medications as needed, what sets us apart is our commitment to explore all options. We search for root causes and provide the most appropriate treatment, not merely the most convenient one. When we do prescribe, we go the extra mile to customize a plan that minimizes side effects. You and your family deserve the best in healthcare!
When it comes to mental health treatment, our approach is simple and unique: our accomplished team of physicians and therapists work together to diagnose and treat your body, mind and spirit as a whole. We are one of the few practices combining traditional treatment with evidence-based alternative therapies, all under one roof. We are privileged to have changed the lives of many families in Chicago's North Shore, as well as out-of-state and foreign visitors. Our "whole body" approach to treating mental health conditions is supported by clinical studies. These include but are not limited to: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), diet and exercise, spiritual/social evaluation, yoga and art therapy. Many still focus only on the brain, treating symptoms, not causes. In many cases they over-prescribe medications. While our physicians do prescribe medications as needed, what sets us apart is our commitment to explore all options. We search for root causes and provide the most appropriate treatment, not merely the most convenient one. When we do prescribe, we go the extra mile to customize a plan that minimizes side effects. You and your family deserve the best in healthcare!
More Therapists Nearby
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Dr. Tucci welcomes you to Piece by Piece: Neurobehavioral Services. Our team is dedicated to providing patients with comprehensive testing for all ages (2-99). As neuropsychologists, we work hard to understand what is going on in your life and your most pressing concerns. We use a series of interactive tasks to then identify your personal strengths and weaknesses. In doing so, we can then help you more deeply understand your unique set of strengths and weakness and how this impacts daily life. This information is then used to determine the best recommendations to help you meet your goals.
Dr. Tucci welcomes you to Piece by Piece: Neurobehavioral Services. Our team is dedicated to providing patients with comprehensive testing for all ages (2-99). As neuropsychologists, we work hard to understand what is going on in your life and your most pressing concerns. We use a series of interactive tasks to then identify your personal strengths and weaknesses. In doing so, we can then help you more deeply understand your unique set of strengths and weakness and how this impacts daily life. This information is then used to determine the best recommendations to help you meet your goals.
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With over 20 years experience, I am dedicated to assisting children, adolescents and adults in developing and strengthening interpersonal skills, recognizing and regulating their emotional states, creating healthier relationships and achieving new and positive goals.
With over 20 years experience, I am dedicated to assisting children, adolescents and adults in developing and strengthening interpersonal skills, recognizing and regulating their emotional states, creating healthier relationships and achieving new and positive goals.
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I treat children, adolescents, couples and family in a variety of therapeutic means. I have used cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, EMDR, behavioral, and eclectic therapies in addition to others. I also have experience working with behavioral, mood, anxiety, conduct and other specialties. I appreciate diversity and love working with others of various cultures, abilities and races.
I treat children, adolescents, couples and family in a variety of therapeutic means. I have used cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, EMDR, behavioral, and eclectic therapies in addition to others. I also have experience working with behavioral, mood, anxiety, conduct and other specialties. I appreciate diversity and love working with others of various cultures, abilities and races.
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Great Lakes Psychology Group - Buffalo Grove
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Gurnee, IL 60031
The GLPG support staff will personally match you with a best-fit therapist who accepts your insurance and is available to see you online or in person at a time that works for you. The GLPG provider network comprises doctoral and master’s level psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. Benefits include online and in-person therapy options, night and weekend availability, and most insurance plans accepted. Additionally, our knowledgeable and helpful support staff are available to answer your questions or help with anything you might need at any point along the therapy journey.
The GLPG support staff will personally match you with a best-fit therapist who accepts your insurance and is available to see you online or in person at a time that works for you. The GLPG provider network comprises doctoral and master’s level psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. Benefits include online and in-person therapy options, night and weekend availability, and most insurance plans accepted. Additionally, our knowledgeable and helpful support staff are available to answer your questions or help with anything you might need at any point along the therapy journey.
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My ideal client is a family seeking support in navigating the complexities of childhood and adolescent mental health. They may be grappling with issues like trauma, anxiety, or communication barriers. Their needs center around understanding and healing, fostering resilience, and strengthening family bonds. Their goal is holistic well-being, where each member feels heard, supported, and empowered to thrive. They seek guidance to navigate challenges and cultivate a nurturing environment for growth and connection.
My ideal client is a family seeking support in navigating the complexities of childhood and adolescent mental health. They may be grappling with issues like trauma, anxiety, or communication barriers. Their needs center around understanding and healing, fostering resilience, and strengthening family bonds. Their goal is holistic well-being, where each member feels heard, supported, and empowered to thrive. They seek guidance to navigate challenges and cultivate a nurturing environment for growth and connection.
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China Oughton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Not accepting new clients
China Oughton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She completed her Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. She acquired a diverse range of clinical experience through training at The Family Institute's Bette D. Harris Family and Child Clinic and the Parents In Charge (PIC) Clinic located in Chicago, IL. She has experience in crisis and family intervention within therapeutic day school settings and is a trauma-informed and EMDR trained therapist. She has completed trainings and is experienced with reunification and court-ordered family therapy.
China Oughton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She completed her Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. She acquired a diverse range of clinical experience through training at The Family Institute's Bette D. Harris Family and Child Clinic and the Parents In Charge (PIC) Clinic located in Chicago, IL. She has experience in crisis and family intervention within therapeutic day school settings and is a trauma-informed and EMDR trained therapist. She has completed trainings and is experienced with reunification and court-ordered family therapy.
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Jennifer Raines is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. Jennifer thinks that everyone has the ability to effect change in their life. She focuses on empowering individuals to set attainable goals and make the changes they need by helping them to utilize their strengths and ability to be resilient. To Jennifer, counseling is a collaboration between client and counselor, both parties having an active role in identifying what is working, what is not working and making changes were needed. Jennifer uses a holistic approach while being solution focused and utilizing CBT and other modalities.
Jennifer Raines is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. Jennifer thinks that everyone has the ability to effect change in their life. She focuses on empowering individuals to set attainable goals and make the changes they need by helping them to utilize their strengths and ability to be resilient. To Jennifer, counseling is a collaboration between client and counselor, both parties having an active role in identifying what is working, what is not working and making changes were needed. Jennifer uses a holistic approach while being solution focused and utilizing CBT and other modalities.
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Toddler Therapists
What are the behavioral signs indicating a toddler might need counseling?
Common behavioral signs that a child may need counseling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behavior or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioral changes can be most impactful on behavior, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counselors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behavior change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialized forms of therapy, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behavior and behavior change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviors and reduce strain on families.