Play Therapy in Lombard, IL
Molly Kathleen Maffeo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lombard, IL 60148
I offer play therapy for children, innovative and creative interventions for clients of all ages, exposure therapy for OCD/PTSD and meal time and challenge snack appointment for clients with eating disorders.
Have you been feeling invalidated, like no one is taking the time to really listen to what you're going through? The most important focus I have for my clients is to ensure I meet them right where they are at, and they feel safe and validated. I am LGBTQiA+ affirming, a member of WPATH and the Gender Affirming Collaborative Coalition of Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago. I am committed to the long-term evolution and healing of all people regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or ethnicity. I work with my clients in an empowering atmosphere where they are able to explore all of the moving pieces.
I offer play therapy for children, innovative and creative interventions for clients of all ages, exposure therapy for OCD/PTSD and meal time and challenge snack appointment for clients with eating disorders.
Have you been feeling invalidated, like no one is taking the time to really listen to what you're going through? The most important focus I have for my clients is to ensure I meet them right where they are at, and they feel safe and validated. I am LGBTQiA+ affirming, a member of WPATH and the Gender Affirming Collaborative Coalition of Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago. I am committed to the long-term evolution and healing of all people regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or ethnicity. I work with my clients in an empowering atmosphere where they are able to explore all of the moving pieces.
Hi! I am here to create a safe and supportive space for you. My goal is to empower you to experience long-term growth, utilizing strength-focused, trauma-informed, and evidence-based therapy. Main clinical areas I treat are depression, anxiety, OCD, low self-esteem, school challenges, interpersonal conflict, life transitions, trauma, and stress. My approach with youth is derived from training in Collaborative and Proactive Solutions, CBT, and play therapy. Using these techniques, I develop an understanding of each person’s internal and external world to identify the earliest point of change and facilitate improved functioning.
Hi! I am here to create a safe and supportive space for you. My goal is to empower you to experience long-term growth, utilizing strength-focused, trauma-informed, and evidence-based therapy. Main clinical areas I treat are depression, anxiety, OCD, low self-esteem, school challenges, interpersonal conflict, life transitions, trauma, and stress. My approach with youth is derived from training in Collaborative and Proactive Solutions, CBT, and play therapy. Using these techniques, I develop an understanding of each person’s internal and external world to identify the earliest point of change and facilitate improved functioning.
My work with younger children usually involves play therapy with ancillary parenting / family support.
I help people of all ages who are dealing with stress, a significant loss, obstacles to achieving important goals, a mental health concern or difficulties in their relationships with others. Do you find yourself feeling anxious, frustrated, sad, or overwhelmed much of the time? We can work together to help you with that. Therapy provides a safe, designated space to work on feeling better, more satisfied, and "less stuck." I offer a caring and non-judgmental approach which appreciates that each person is unique, as is their life path and goals for treatment.
My work with younger children usually involves play therapy with ancillary parenting / family support.
I help people of all ages who are dealing with stress, a significant loss, obstacles to achieving important goals, a mental health concern or difficulties in their relationships with others. Do you find yourself feeling anxious, frustrated, sad, or overwhelmed much of the time? We can work together to help you with that. Therapy provides a safe, designated space to work on feeling better, more satisfied, and "less stuck." I offer a caring and non-judgmental approach which appreciates that each person is unique, as is their life path and goals for treatment.
I offer play therapy, experiential therapy, guided imagery and clinical hypnosis.
I believe that we all have an innate wisdom and capacity to know the solutions to our problems but we may not be aware of our potential. My goal is to empower you to build upon your inner resources and that's how I chose the name of my practice; Self Empowerment Center. I seek to understand your personal, cultural and spiritual beliefs. Through this holistic approach, I tailor treatments based upon your unique needs. Therapy process is like an organized sport which has players and a coach. Players make the moves, working hard (you) and the coach (me) is guiding and directing.
I offer play therapy, experiential therapy, guided imagery and clinical hypnosis.
I believe that we all have an innate wisdom and capacity to know the solutions to our problems but we may not be aware of our potential. My goal is to empower you to build upon your inner resources and that's how I chose the name of my practice; Self Empowerment Center. I seek to understand your personal, cultural and spiritual beliefs. Through this holistic approach, I tailor treatments based upon your unique needs. Therapy process is like an organized sport which has players and a coach. Players make the moves, working hard (you) and the coach (me) is guiding and directing.
Andrea H Hohf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSCD, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Lombard, IL 60148
For adults and teens, I offer psychodynamic talk therapy, exploring history, self-concept, and goals; for children, play therapy to help express emotions and put them into words and parent coaching to help parents understand what to expect from their child and how to help kids achieve their potential.
I am here to support humans - children, teens, adults, and families - as they navigate the complex world of human emotion and relationships. We are all good people. A good life can be hard, complicated, challenging, and even a difficult life can be rewarding, fulfilling, and well-lived. I seek to join with those who are struggling with that complexity to help them achieve the goals they have for themselves, to help them cope with inherent disappointments, losses, and stressors, and feel the joy of personal growth.
For adults and teens, I offer psychodynamic talk therapy, exploring history, self-concept, and goals; for children, play therapy to help express emotions and put them into words and parent coaching to help parents understand what to expect from their child and how to help kids achieve their potential.
I am here to support humans - children, teens, adults, and families - as they navigate the complex world of human emotion and relationships. We are all good people. A good life can be hard, complicated, challenging, and even a difficult life can be rewarding, fulfilling, and well-lived. I seek to join with those who are struggling with that complexity to help them achieve the goals they have for themselves, to help them cope with inherent disappointments, losses, and stressors, and feel the joy of personal growth.
Madrigal Consulting and Counseling, LLP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD, MEd, CADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Lombard, IL 60148
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As solution-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As solution-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
My goal is to help you find relief and make lasting change in your overall quality of life. Live well, time is our most valuable asset! Whether it seems like a small bump in the road or a mountain standing before you, I can help! Deeply passionate about my work, I have extensive training and experience to help you find relief, healing, and personal growth. Real and lasting change comes from the experience of awareness, then acceptance and action. By gaining clarity and self-awareness; you signficantly improve your skills to tackle lifes difficult and perplexing challenges.
My goal is to help you find relief and make lasting change in your overall quality of life. Live well, time is our most valuable asset! Whether it seems like a small bump in the road or a mountain standing before you, I can help! Deeply passionate about my work, I have extensive training and experience to help you find relief, healing, and personal growth. Real and lasting change comes from the experience of awareness, then acceptance and action. By gaining clarity and self-awareness; you signficantly improve your skills to tackle lifes difficult and perplexing challenges.
Hey - I am happy you're here! Firstly, I’m honored that you’ve taken the time to view my profile. You deserve a space where you feel validated and heard! Have you ever been afraid to express your emotions due to fear of being called “too much”? I welcome you to express yourself unapologetically! Maybe you’re looking for a safe, nonjudgmental place to process painful experiences. I will be with you through each step! Nothing brings me more joy than helping my clients heal and see the beauty within themselves.
Hey - I am happy you're here! Firstly, I’m honored that you’ve taken the time to view my profile. You deserve a space where you feel validated and heard! Have you ever been afraid to express your emotions due to fear of being called “too much”? I welcome you to express yourself unapologetically! Maybe you’re looking for a safe, nonjudgmental place to process painful experiences. I will be with you through each step! Nothing brings me more joy than helping my clients heal and see the beauty within themselves.
I am the owner of 'Bright Minds' at LNC. We specialize in neurodiversity-affirming testing and therapy services. The information obtained from our evaluations can be one of the most valuable and informative tools because it helps deepen the understanding of yourself or your child & most importantly-it guides the direction of your treatment and supports. We believe that your evaluation should be more than just a 'label" but rather it should be comprehensive, informative and personalized. I specialize in therapy and testing services for following neurodivergence: Autistics, ADHD'ers, 2E/Giftedness, Neurodivergent Trauma, Bipolar ND.
I am the owner of 'Bright Minds' at LNC. We specialize in neurodiversity-affirming testing and therapy services. The information obtained from our evaluations can be one of the most valuable and informative tools because it helps deepen the understanding of yourself or your child & most importantly-it guides the direction of your treatment and supports. We believe that your evaluation should be more than just a 'label" but rather it should be comprehensive, informative and personalized. I specialize in therapy and testing services for following neurodivergence: Autistics, ADHD'ers, 2E/Giftedness, Neurodivergent Trauma, Bipolar ND.
I believe that therapy can be the key to unlocking your higher self, regardless of your place in life. Human beings have incredible capabilities but that can be difficult to discover on your own while facing life’s challenges. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, life transitions, academic stress, relationship issues, parenting, body image and eating issues, sexual and gender identity, trauma and more. I work with individual clients and couples of all ages and backgrounds with a non-judgmental and compassionate approach to identify and meet your unique needs and goals in therapy and beyond.
I believe that therapy can be the key to unlocking your higher self, regardless of your place in life. Human beings have incredible capabilities but that can be difficult to discover on your own while facing life’s challenges. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, life transitions, academic stress, relationship issues, parenting, body image and eating issues, sexual and gender identity, trauma and more. I work with individual clients and couples of all ages and backgrounds with a non-judgmental and compassionate approach to identify and meet your unique needs and goals in therapy and beyond.
My name is Vanessa Diaz, LPC, as someone committed to supporting individuals and families, I bring a blend of compassion and offer a variety of therapeutic services tailored to align with each individual's needs. I am a proud mother of two wonderful children, including a neurodivergent child, which has deeply enriched my understanding and empathy in my work. My commitment extends to serving the LatinX community, providing therapy services in Spanish to ensure inclusivity and accessibility.
My name is Vanessa Diaz, LPC, as someone committed to supporting individuals and families, I bring a blend of compassion and offer a variety of therapeutic services tailored to align with each individual's needs. I am a proud mother of two wonderful children, including a neurodivergent child, which has deeply enriched my understanding and empathy in my work. My commitment extends to serving the LatinX community, providing therapy services in Spanish to ensure inclusivity and accessibility.
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Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Lombard understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
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Integrative Counseling and Psychology
Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lombard, IL 60148
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor(CADC) and a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology(MCP). Much of my training has been centered in client-centered theory and I also have specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In addition to being traditionally trained, I also incorporate a holistic, integrated approach toward psychotherapy which includes aspects of mindfulness and Eastern philosophy, providing individual, family and couples therapy as well as intervention work.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor(CADC) and a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology(MCP). Much of my training has been centered in client-centered theory and I also have specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In addition to being traditionally trained, I also incorporate a holistic, integrated approach toward psychotherapy which includes aspects of mindfulness and Eastern philosophy, providing individual, family and couples therapy as well as intervention work.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed in your life and want to gain control back again? I am dedicated to helping people with the struggles they are facing by developing a caring relationship in which to work toward mutually determined therapeutic goals. I provide individual and family counseling and enjoy working with a variety of people.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed in your life and want to gain control back again? I am dedicated to helping people with the struggles they are facing by developing a caring relationship in which to work toward mutually determined therapeutic goals. I provide individual and family counseling and enjoy working with a variety of people.
Maria Santiago
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lombard, IL 60148 (Online Only)
Understanding that everyone that comes to therapy is looking for change is the approach that I take when initiating services with clients. I look for strengths that are innate in my clients and work to build with them in order to formulate a cohesive approach to care. I am bilingual (Spanish/English) and bicultural (I am part of the Latine' community). I have helped teens, adults, families and couples move from surviving to thriving. I utilize evidence based modalities such as Solution Focus, CBT, Motivational Interviewing and Narrative therapies. My approach is pragmatic and cooperative with my clients.
Understanding that everyone that comes to therapy is looking for change is the approach that I take when initiating services with clients. I look for strengths that are innate in my clients and work to build with them in order to formulate a cohesive approach to care. I am bilingual (Spanish/English) and bicultural (I am part of the Latine' community). I have helped teens, adults, families and couples move from surviving to thriving. I utilize evidence based modalities such as Solution Focus, CBT, Motivational Interviewing and Narrative therapies. My approach is pragmatic and cooperative with my clients.
Life is hard. Together, we will begin a healing journey and celebrate the wins along the way in a safe, nonjudgmental space.
Life is hard. Together, we will begin a healing journey and celebrate the wins along the way in a safe, nonjudgmental space.
Jennifer Lewanczyk-Terenzio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lombard, IL 60148
Do you identify as neuordivergent? Do you struggle with working with neurotypical providers? Well, I am a neuro-diversity affirming therapist and I know that the one-size-fits-all approach to mental health just does not work- this is why I offer a variety of personalized therapeutic services. I have a particular affinity working with neurodivergents. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults who are struggling with acceptance, social anxiety, developing friendships, motivation, executive functioning, boundaries, and the list goes on.
Do you identify as neuordivergent? Do you struggle with working with neurotypical providers? Well, I am a neuro-diversity affirming therapist and I know that the one-size-fits-all approach to mental health just does not work- this is why I offer a variety of personalized therapeutic services. I have a particular affinity working with neurodivergents. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults who are struggling with acceptance, social anxiety, developing friendships, motivation, executive functioning, boundaries, and the list goes on.
Asma Farooq Shaikh
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lombard, IL 60148
• "Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again." – Nelson Mandela. I believe every individual has been gifted with unique strengths due to their life experiences. We all possess the ability for healing, growth, and self-development. Oftentimes, we can feel "stuck" and lose motivation in life. I have had the honor to support clients of all ages in their healing journies by utilizing ACT, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, Trauma Focused & Strength Based interventions.
• "Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again." – Nelson Mandela. I believe every individual has been gifted with unique strengths due to their life experiences. We all possess the ability for healing, growth, and self-development. Oftentimes, we can feel "stuck" and lose motivation in life. I have had the honor to support clients of all ages in their healing journies by utilizing ACT, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, Trauma Focused & Strength Based interventions.
Being a human in this world is weird and complicated. It's a rollercoaster that can be fun and exciting but it can also be difficult for us to stay on through all the twists and turns. I work with you to take your strengths and tackle the rollercoaster together. I strongly believe that therapy is safe, collaborative, supportive, open, honest, caring, challenging and empowering. The neurotypical world expects us to fit in, but as a neurodivergent affirming therapist, I'm here to encourage you to stand out!
Being a human in this world is weird and complicated. It's a rollercoaster that can be fun and exciting but it can also be difficult for us to stay on through all the twists and turns. I work with you to take your strengths and tackle the rollercoaster together. I strongly believe that therapy is safe, collaborative, supportive, open, honest, caring, challenging and empowering. The neurotypical world expects us to fit in, but as a neurodivergent affirming therapist, I'm here to encourage you to stand out!
I believe therapy offers a hurting individual the opportunity to talk though, identify, and heal struggles that they are experiencing in the life. By using a person centered approach, I assist individuals, couples, and adolescents to feel whole again. I welcome all cultures, including first responders, frontline workers, and their families. I help clients develop coping skills that meet their individual needs to better understand themselves and the world they live in,
I believe therapy offers a hurting individual the opportunity to talk though, identify, and heal struggles that they are experiencing in the life. By using a person centered approach, I assist individuals, couples, and adolescents to feel whole again. I welcome all cultures, including first responders, frontline workers, and their families. I help clients develop coping skills that meet their individual needs to better understand themselves and the world they live in,
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.