Therapists for Teens in Harvard, IL
Dr. Franci Zingrone & Associates
Psychologist, PsyD, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harvard, IL 60033
Welcome! We are a small, private, multi-clinician practice. I am a supervising clinical psychologist, and am passionate about helping people overcome obstacles in their lives, particularly those stemming from traumatic experiences and events. These can include (but are not limited to) toxic relationships, divorce, car accidents, loss of a loved one, abuse/neglect (physical, sexual, verbal or emotional), domestic violence and secondary trauma.
Welcome! We are a small, private, multi-clinician practice. I am a supervising clinical psychologist, and am passionate about helping people overcome obstacles in their lives, particularly those stemming from traumatic experiences and events. These can include (but are not limited to) toxic relationships, divorce, car accidents, loss of a loved one, abuse/neglect (physical, sexual, verbal or emotional), domestic violence and secondary trauma.
Everyone struggles at some point in their lives; we are humans, not robots. But sometimes those struggles can become overwhelming, and we don’t know how to manage our fears, feelings, thoughts or behaviors. Here, at Healthy Mentality, we will guide you to face those fears and concerns in a safe environment. We offer traditional in-office therapy, as well as animal-assisted psychotherapy.
Everyone struggles at some point in their lives; we are humans, not robots. But sometimes those struggles can become overwhelming, and we don’t know how to manage our fears, feelings, thoughts or behaviors. Here, at Healthy Mentality, we will guide you to face those fears and concerns in a safe environment. We offer traditional in-office therapy, as well as animal-assisted psychotherapy.
Helenn McManaman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, PsyD
Not Verified Not Verified
Harvard, IL 60033
Anything can happen in life! Sometimes difficult things happen that are outside of our control. My focus is to help clients overcome life challenges by helping them identify their strengths and help them overcome stressful life events. I support clients by increasing their level of self-awareness as they identify their strengths and resources. I also support clients by helping them gain insight into self-defeating patterns and work toward making themselves feel confident, calm, and powerful. By providing a warm and safe environment, I help my clients move forward in life and have a more balanced, fulfilled life.
Anything can happen in life! Sometimes difficult things happen that are outside of our control. My focus is to help clients overcome life challenges by helping them identify their strengths and help them overcome stressful life events. I support clients by increasing their level of self-awareness as they identify their strengths and resources. I also support clients by helping them gain insight into self-defeating patterns and work toward making themselves feel confident, calm, and powerful. By providing a warm and safe environment, I help my clients move forward in life and have a more balanced, fulfilled life.
I view therapy as a step towards a more content and peaceful way of being, and approaches every individual, couple or family in an open and supportive manner. I provide guidance and encouragement towards change through building self-awareness and empowerment. I offer services via telehealth/video and in person to provide the environment that is most comfortable for you.
I view therapy as a step towards a more content and peaceful way of being, and approaches every individual, couple or family in an open and supportive manner. I provide guidance and encouragement towards change through building self-awareness and empowerment. I offer services via telehealth/video and in person to provide the environment that is most comfortable for you.
Charles A Vorderer
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Harvard, IL 60033
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.
Mercedes Conus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Harvard, IL 60033
We all have a story and this story guides us. I believe that life is a journey with good and bad moments. Coping with these challenges could be difficult; why do you have to go through it alone? I believe therapy is a place where you truly find yourself and grow as person. I believe it takes great courage, self insight, and strength to reach out for help. Often when we are adjusting to new life circumstances, we don't realize the importance of acceptance. Therapy is a great place to process, explore and adapt to these changes. In therapy, we will work together to identify your needs and find the best of you.
We all have a story and this story guides us. I believe that life is a journey with good and bad moments. Coping with these challenges could be difficult; why do you have to go through it alone? I believe therapy is a place where you truly find yourself and grow as person. I believe it takes great courage, self insight, and strength to reach out for help. Often when we are adjusting to new life circumstances, we don't realize the importance of acceptance. Therapy is a great place to process, explore and adapt to these changes. In therapy, we will work together to identify your needs and find the best of you.
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Asking for help is hard and sometimes scary, so I applaud you for taking that first step. As a counselor, my goal is to help you feel safe and empowered to understand your needs and to plan ways to reach your goals. I see myself as part coach and part cheerleader.
Asking for help is hard and sometimes scary, so I applaud you for taking that first step. As a counselor, my goal is to help you feel safe and empowered to understand your needs and to plan ways to reach your goals. I see myself as part coach and part cheerleader.
Elizabeth Dorantes de Inzunza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Woodstock, IL 60098 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with challenging relationships, loss of sense of self, cultural identity, anxiety/stress, self-esteem, or depression that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel overwhelmed, burned out, lost or frustrated by the demands of life and relationships, or just feel stuck in the past at times? Do you seek to understand yourself more deeply and are you ready and willing to explore how your past impacts your present? Together, we'll work to uncover insights, develop skills and cultivate the confidence needed to live a more fulfilling, authentic life. We can create a space to heal, grow and build stronger connections.
Do you struggle with challenging relationships, loss of sense of self, cultural identity, anxiety/stress, self-esteem, or depression that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel overwhelmed, burned out, lost or frustrated by the demands of life and relationships, or just feel stuck in the past at times? Do you seek to understand yourself more deeply and are you ready and willing to explore how your past impacts your present? Together, we'll work to uncover insights, develop skills and cultivate the confidence needed to live a more fulfilling, authentic life. We can create a space to heal, grow and build stronger connections.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. Over the last 10 years, I have had the opportunity to provide compassionate service to individuals, groups, and families who are experiencing challenges related to, depression, anxiety/panic, mood disorders, mental health crisis, substance use, psychosis, life transitions, and additional life stressors; with an expertise in the areas of grief/loss, trauma, and traumatic loss.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. Over the last 10 years, I have had the opportunity to provide compassionate service to individuals, groups, and families who are experiencing challenges related to, depression, anxiety/panic, mood disorders, mental health crisis, substance use, psychosis, life transitions, and additional life stressors; with an expertise in the areas of grief/loss, trauma, and traumatic loss.
Jennifer Boston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodstock, IL 60098
Waitlist for new clients
We all have times in our lives when things get hard to sort out, they are painful to bear, or frightening to face and we may want to make things better, but just seem stuck. It can be helpful then to turn to someone outside our circle of family and friends with knowledge and skills to give us the support we need. I feel privileged to be in that sort of position as a therapist, when clients allow me into their lives by sharing personal experiences and emotions. I enjoy helping them discover ways to overcome whatever difficulties they are having.
We all have times in our lives when things get hard to sort out, they are painful to bear, or frightening to face and we may want to make things better, but just seem stuck. It can be helpful then to turn to someone outside our circle of family and friends with knowledge and skills to give us the support we need. I feel privileged to be in that sort of position as a therapist, when clients allow me into their lives by sharing personal experiences and emotions. I enjoy helping them discover ways to overcome whatever difficulties they are having.
My name is Dr. Nashat Shams, and I'm a physician and a Health Psychologist who has worked in this industry since 2005. I have vast experience in counseling individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds and with different age groups. I don't treat diagnoses but clients with compassion and empathy. My interventional approach is CBT, Mindful, and TEAM-CBT. Due to my family background, I'm sensitive to and respectful of various cultures and social backgrounds. I started the journey as a physician and finally became a Ph.D. clinician as I found that the human body cannot be treated without having a healthy mind.
My name is Dr. Nashat Shams, and I'm a physician and a Health Psychologist who has worked in this industry since 2005. I have vast experience in counseling individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds and with different age groups. I don't treat diagnoses but clients with compassion and empathy. My interventional approach is CBT, Mindful, and TEAM-CBT. Due to my family background, I'm sensitive to and respectful of various cultures and social backgrounds. I started the journey as a physician and finally became a Ph.D. clinician as I found that the human body cannot be treated without having a healthy mind.
Online Therapists
North Shore Family Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Northbrook, IL 60062
When you or your child/ teen is struggling, you want strategies to meet your needs NOW. At North Shore Family Services, we empower kids, teens, and adults to learn tools, so they can succeed independently. Our goal is for children, teens, adults, parents, and couples to learn skills to be successful with school, peers, work, and family- long after therapy ends. We assist with IEP and 504 plans to help our children/ teen clients succeed where they spend most of their day- out of their parents' sight. Parents are our partners in helping kids and teens learn life skills.
When you or your child/ teen is struggling, you want strategies to meet your needs NOW. At North Shore Family Services, we empower kids, teens, and adults to learn tools, so they can succeed independently. Our goal is for children, teens, adults, parents, and couples to learn skills to be successful with school, peers, work, and family- long after therapy ends. We assist with IEP and 504 plans to help our children/ teen clients succeed where they spend most of their day- out of their parents' sight. Parents are our partners in helping kids and teens learn life skills.
No matter if you are a child, an adult, or a teen, I recognize the spark in you and trust in your capacity to shine your light.
I passionately believe in the transformative power of embracing one's inner shine and strength. With warmth and empathy, I guide my clients on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Through a strengths-based approach, I help individuals recognize their unique talents, resilience, and capacity for growth. My therapeutic style is grounded in authenticity and compassion, creating a calm space for clients to explore challenges, recognize their inherent strengths, and move toward solutions. I work to help clients embrace their authenticity, shine brightly in their lives, and harness their inner strength to overcome obstacles.
No matter if you are a child, an adult, or a teen, I recognize the spark in you and trust in your capacity to shine your light.
I passionately believe in the transformative power of embracing one's inner shine and strength. With warmth and empathy, I guide my clients on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Through a strengths-based approach, I help individuals recognize their unique talents, resilience, and capacity for growth. My therapeutic style is grounded in authenticity and compassion, creating a calm space for clients to explore challenges, recognize their inherent strengths, and move toward solutions. I work to help clients embrace their authenticity, shine brightly in their lives, and harness their inner strength to overcome obstacles.
Now accepting NEW clients AGES 12-25! Immediate Availability- which is hard to find in this field! It is exhausting to navigate the challenging waters of young adult or teen depression and anxiety while advocating for your child in school and doing your best to support them through mental health challenges. We understand. That’s why you can count on our clinicians and every single care coordinator on our team. We are ready to equip both you and your child with the tools, resources, support, and the best therapy for teens and young adults.
Now accepting NEW clients AGES 12-25! Immediate Availability- which is hard to find in this field! It is exhausting to navigate the challenging waters of young adult or teen depression and anxiety while advocating for your child in school and doing your best to support them through mental health challenges. We understand. That’s why you can count on our clinicians and every single care coordinator on our team. We are ready to equip both you and your child with the tools, resources, support, and the best therapy for teens and young adults.
Adults, couples, and parents with children: your life is unique. Hinsdale Therapy Group provides every client therapy that is easily accessible, supportive & individualized. Using a treatment philosophy that embraces growth, connection, & understanding, we provide the following services: individual child, adolescent & adult; couples & family; parenting. Our therapists can help with a wide range of issues, & provide you an individualized experience that helps you achieve your goals. We believe that everyone can benefit from therapy at different times in their lives. Our team is carefully assembled to provide services to all ages.
Adults, couples, and parents with children: your life is unique. Hinsdale Therapy Group provides every client therapy that is easily accessible, supportive & individualized. Using a treatment philosophy that embraces growth, connection, & understanding, we provide the following services: individual child, adolescent & adult; couples & family; parenting. Our therapists can help with a wide range of issues, & provide you an individualized experience that helps you achieve your goals. We believe that everyone can benefit from therapy at different times in their lives. Our team is carefully assembled to provide services to all ages.
If your child or adolescent is struggling with emotional/behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression, self-harm or suicidal ideation, please know that you are not alone. For the past 18 years, I've been working with families to regain a sense of peace in their homes and in their lives. Living with a child who is emotionally dysregulated takes a toll on the entire family. Together, we will set goals towards change. Your needs will drive the type of therapeutic approach I utilize. Riley, my therapy dog certified through Therapy Dogs of America (TDI) often joins me in sessions based on client preference.
If your child or adolescent is struggling with emotional/behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression, self-harm or suicidal ideation, please know that you are not alone. For the past 18 years, I've been working with families to regain a sense of peace in their homes and in their lives. Living with a child who is emotionally dysregulated takes a toll on the entire family. Together, we will set goals towards change. Your needs will drive the type of therapeutic approach I utilize. Riley, my therapy dog certified through Therapy Dogs of America (TDI) often joins me in sessions based on client preference.
Mary Kate Beckmen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510 (Online Only)
As an adolescent or emerging adult, you could be facing the weight of complex trauma, anxiety, or depression during significant life transitions. You may be looking for support to help you better understand your emotions and experiences. Your goals might include finding practical coping strategies and confronting challenges that feel daunting. Ultimately, you want to navigate this critical period with a clearer sense of direction and the tools to create a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are.
As an adolescent or emerging adult, you could be facing the weight of complex trauma, anxiety, or depression during significant life transitions. You may be looking for support to help you better understand your emotions and experiences. Your goals might include finding practical coping strategies and confronting challenges that feel daunting. Ultimately, you want to navigate this critical period with a clearer sense of direction and the tools to create a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are.
Balanced Awakening
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60613
Welcome! I am grateful you are here. With great compassion and curiosity, I specialize in working with adolescent and young adult women. These are times that many in these groups endure a lot of challenges: including, anxiety, stress management, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, body image problems, low self-esteem, disordered eating, management of chronic illnesses, and substance use/abuse/addiction. Through partnering with my client, I create individualized, holistic, and integrative treatment plans. I help support my clients to make changes that positively impact the trajectory of their lives.
Welcome! I am grateful you are here. With great compassion and curiosity, I specialize in working with adolescent and young adult women. These are times that many in these groups endure a lot of challenges: including, anxiety, stress management, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, body image problems, low self-esteem, disordered eating, management of chronic illnesses, and substance use/abuse/addiction. Through partnering with my client, I create individualized, holistic, and integrative treatment plans. I help support my clients to make changes that positively impact the trajectory of their lives.
Hi there! I am currently only accepting child and adolescent clients at this time. In my therapeutic work, I aim to understand both the parent(s), the child, and the parent-child relationship. I highly value identifying one’s own needs, thoughts, and feelings, perspective-taking, and learning to express and communicate effectively to the other person. Thus, my work with your child (and you) will seek to understand and increase awareness of both internal experiences (thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations) and external experiences (i.e., behaviors, functioning, presenting concerns, or reactions).
Hi there! I am currently only accepting child and adolescent clients at this time. In my therapeutic work, I aim to understand both the parent(s), the child, and the parent-child relationship. I highly value identifying one’s own needs, thoughts, and feelings, perspective-taking, and learning to express and communicate effectively to the other person. Thus, my work with your child (and you) will seek to understand and increase awareness of both internal experiences (thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations) and external experiences (i.e., behaviors, functioning, presenting concerns, or reactions).
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.