Child Therapists in Oak Forest, IL
I truly enjoy working with children and adolescents and their families.
Is your child acting out, mad, or sad? Are they not listening? Are they going through a difficult time and need help to get unstuck? Maybe they are not connecting well enough socially? Perhaps you're just concerned about them and you want a professional child therapist to provide insight and therapeutic support? If your child is depressed, moody, anxious, or has social issues, I am here. I am a best fit for you if you are looking for a child-specific therapist who will provide your child with play and talk therapy while keeping you activated in a strategy that supports the changes we make in the therapeutic practice.
I truly enjoy working with children and adolescents and their families.
Is your child acting out, mad, or sad? Are they not listening? Are they going through a difficult time and need help to get unstuck? Maybe they are not connecting well enough socially? Perhaps you're just concerned about them and you want a professional child therapist to provide insight and therapeutic support? If your child is depressed, moody, anxious, or has social issues, I am here. I am a best fit for you if you are looking for a child-specific therapist who will provide your child with play and talk therapy while keeping you activated in a strategy that supports the changes we make in the therapeutic practice.
"With hard work, support, and a little bit of humor; change can happen. Too many of us get wrapped up in the stressors of life that we forget what resources we have right in front of us. With support and hard work, we can utilize those resources, including humor, resiliency, determination, and persistence." Dr. Anderson provides individual psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Additionally, Dr. Anderson provides psychological testing for people of all ages.
"With hard work, support, and a little bit of humor; change can happen. Too many of us get wrapped up in the stressors of life that we forget what resources we have right in front of us. With support and hard work, we can utilize those resources, including humor, resiliency, determination, and persistence." Dr. Anderson provides individual psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Additionally, Dr. Anderson provides psychological testing for people of all ages.
Therapy Services
Family/couples therapy
Adult psychotherapy
Adolescent psychotherapy (Ages 13-17)
Trauma therapy
Child Trauma psychotherapy (Ages 3-12)
Parenting consultations
Social skills training
Psychological Testing
Cognitive and Achievement Assessments
Learning Disability Assessments
ADHD Assessments
Screening for Autism Spectrum Disorders Personality Assessments
Geriatric Assessment Infertility Concerns Eating Disorders.
WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH,
THE TOUGH GET GOING
You may not feel tough right now, but deep down you know you have the strength to tackle the problems you are facing. These problems may be extraordinary stressors, life transitions, combat fatigue, post-partum depression, unexpected/expected loss of close relationships, trauma, abuse, or relationship problems. I can be part of the team that assists you in strengthening the resources that you have inside.
RELATIONSHIPS AND FAMILIES
CAN BE LIKE DOMINOS
Families and couples are linked. If part of that link is broke or off balance, other members involved can be affected.
Therapy Services
Family/couples therapy
Adult psychotherapy
Adolescent psychotherapy (Ages 13-17)
Trauma therapy
Child Trauma psychotherapy (Ages 3-12)
Parenting consultations
Social skills training
Psychological Testing
Cognitive and Achievement Assessments
Learning Disability Assessments
ADHD Assessments
Screening for Autism Spectrum Disorders Personality Assessments
Geriatric Assessment Infertility Concerns Eating Disorders.
WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH,
THE TOUGH GET GOING
You may not feel tough right now, but deep down you know you have the strength to tackle the problems you are facing. These problems may be extraordinary stressors, life transitions, combat fatigue, post-partum depression, unexpected/expected loss of close relationships, trauma, abuse, or relationship problems. I can be part of the team that assists you in strengthening the resources that you have inside.
RELATIONSHIPS AND FAMILIES
CAN BE LIKE DOMINOS
Families and couples are linked. If part of that link is broke or off balance, other members involved can be affected.
Olive Branch Counseling Associates, Inc.
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Forest, IL 60452
We offer help with relationship problems between couples, families and parent/ child difficulties.
The goal at Olive Branch Counseling Associates is to provide the best of counseling services available. Everyone has a unique story to tell. We are here to listen to your story. Each client is treated with respect and dignity in our warm, inviting office. We offer hope and optimism for positive outcomes, helping our clients successfully navigate through life's challenges. Olive Branch Counseling Associates serves the counseling and psychotherapy needs of children, adolescents and adults, offering individual sessions,couples, families and groups. We also offer services to Spanish-speaking clients. Brindamos servicios en español.
We offer help with relationship problems between couples, families and parent/ child difficulties.
The goal at Olive Branch Counseling Associates is to provide the best of counseling services available. Everyone has a unique story to tell. We are here to listen to your story. Each client is treated with respect and dignity in our warm, inviting office. We offer hope and optimism for positive outcomes, helping our clients successfully navigate through life's challenges. Olive Branch Counseling Associates serves the counseling and psychotherapy needs of children, adolescents and adults, offering individual sessions,couples, families and groups. We also offer services to Spanish-speaking clients. Brindamos servicios en español.
I work with children and families dealing with anxiety, depression, neglect, and abandonment.
Something feels off. You can’t quite put your finger on it; but some “shit” feels weird. You don’t feel like you can trust people so you isolate yourself from others because being fake feels phony to you. You are tired of fighting; but you can’t give up because there is a constant thought in your head “Who is going to take care of my child(ren)?” Nobody. So, you shake it off and keep pretending like everything is fine.
I work with children and families dealing with anxiety, depression, neglect, and abandonment.
Something feels off. You can’t quite put your finger on it; but some “shit” feels weird. You don’t feel like you can trust people so you isolate yourself from others because being fake feels phony to you. You are tired of fighting; but you can’t give up because there is a constant thought in your head “Who is going to take care of my child(ren)?” Nobody. So, you shake it off and keep pretending like everything is fine.
Amanda Wagner
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Forest, IL 60452 (Online Only)
Other experiences: teaching background, early childhood, young adults, teens, and more!.
Hi ! Thanks for stopping by! Unfortunately, I will be going on maternity leave starting September 2023. However, do not hesitate to reach out via email or phone if you need further guidance finding a provider that will meet your needs! As many years of experience working with children, families, parents (at all different levels- from new to parenting parents to parents who have been parenting for years), and relationships such as married couples, parent- child, I am confident I can lead you in the right direction! For future reference, please keep me in mind as I will be returning from leave the start of the new year- 2024!
Other experiences: teaching background, early childhood, young adults, teens, and more!.
Hi ! Thanks for stopping by! Unfortunately, I will be going on maternity leave starting September 2023. However, do not hesitate to reach out via email or phone if you need further guidance finding a provider that will meet your needs! As many years of experience working with children, families, parents (at all different levels- from new to parenting parents to parents who have been parenting for years), and relationships such as married couples, parent- child, I am confident I can lead you in the right direction! For future reference, please keep me in mind as I will be returning from leave the start of the new year- 2024!
Courtney Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oak Forest, IL 60452
When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my children, taking my dogs on walks, crafting, spending time outside, traveling, cooking, & baking.
Are you beginning to notice a change in your child(ren)'s behavior and/or attitude recently? Do you feel that a change needs to be made but are unsure of how therapy can help or how to tackle the next steps? Sometimes a child's shift in behavior can occur slowly over a course of time while other children seem to shift overnight. Whether your child is experiencing tantrums, difficulty falling asleep, seeming suddenly more irritable, using increase negative self- talk, adjusting to new life events, or appears to be "grumpy" all of the time- I am here to help you better understand age appropriate development through the life span.
When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my children, taking my dogs on walks, crafting, spending time outside, traveling, cooking, & baking.
Are you beginning to notice a change in your child(ren)'s behavior and/or attitude recently? Do you feel that a change needs to be made but are unsure of how therapy can help or how to tackle the next steps? Sometimes a child's shift in behavior can occur slowly over a course of time while other children seem to shift overnight. Whether your child is experiencing tantrums, difficulty falling asleep, seeming suddenly more irritable, using increase negative self- talk, adjusting to new life events, or appears to be "grumpy" all of the time- I am here to help you better understand age appropriate development through the life span.
Dr. Reif is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly two decades of experience working with teens, young adults, families, and individuals. She knows that starting counseling can be an intimidating first step, and she will gently guide you through the process.
Dr. Reif is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly two decades of experience working with teens, young adults, families, and individuals. She knows that starting counseling can be an intimidating first step, and she will gently guide you through the process.
Richard Melton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452 (Online Only)
Right now you are probably scared. You know something needs to change, but you don’t know where to start. You don't know if this works and you're at the point where you afraid that nothing will work. We have all been there, me included. I understand and I do not judge. I have been a clinical therapist for the past 20 years. In my time I have worked with adolescents, adults, couples, geriatric patients, and LGBTIQQ individuals. What I have discovered in all my years of practice is that people all want the same things. We want to know that we are loved, valued and respected.
Right now you are probably scared. You know something needs to change, but you don’t know where to start. You don't know if this works and you're at the point where you afraid that nothing will work. We have all been there, me included. I understand and I do not judge. I have been a clinical therapist for the past 20 years. In my time I have worked with adolescents, adults, couples, geriatric patients, and LGBTIQQ individuals. What I have discovered in all my years of practice is that people all want the same things. We want to know that we are loved, valued and respected.
Jessica Krakowsky
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452
Waitlist for new clients
I seek to work with clients who have experiences with trauma and abuse, having seen firsthand how devastating the untreated symptoms of trauma can be on a person's functioning with family, in the workplace and within communities. These symptoms include panic attacks, anxiety, depression, PTSD and can often lead to disabling substance use disorders among other issues. These clients seek to understand why they cannot manage their emotions and have often normalized their abusive experiences, so they do not see why they are struggling to function as easily as they perceive others to be doing.
I seek to work with clients who have experiences with trauma and abuse, having seen firsthand how devastating the untreated symptoms of trauma can be on a person's functioning with family, in the workplace and within communities. These symptoms include panic attacks, anxiety, depression, PTSD and can often lead to disabling substance use disorders among other issues. These clients seek to understand why they cannot manage their emotions and have often normalized their abusive experiences, so they do not see why they are struggling to function as easily as they perceive others to be doing.
Please note: Treatment with adolescents involve working alongside the parent(s) to be supportive and understanding to their child's emotional needs.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families. I provide a calming atmosphere for my clients to feel safe to share their innermost thoughts and feelings. Counseling is most effective when there is a good human connection between therapist and client. Deciding to receive counseling is a source of strength to address things that affect an individual(s) from having an enjoyable life. My strengths as a counselor lies in my accessibility, follow through, patience and clinical skills. Collaboration with other services providers ensure continuity of care for clients.
Please note: Treatment with adolescents involve working alongside the parent(s) to be supportive and understanding to their child's emotional needs.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families. I provide a calming atmosphere for my clients to feel safe to share their innermost thoughts and feelings. Counseling is most effective when there is a good human connection between therapist and client. Deciding to receive counseling is a source of strength to address things that affect an individual(s) from having an enjoyable life. My strengths as a counselor lies in my accessibility, follow through, patience and clinical skills. Collaboration with other services providers ensure continuity of care for clients.
Dr. Donna Mendez
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Forest, IL 60452
I am here for you. I have extensive experience in helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families with issues such as school/social issues, anxiety, depression, behavior disorders, social anxiety, parenting, marriage and family issues. I use WDEP, DBT, CBT, and Solution Focused Therapy and carry a youthful Carl Rogers Humanistic vibe. I have worked a lot with teens and families who are struggling in the school environment and home environment. Being a former high school dean has given me insight into those issues. A lot of my recent work is with parenting, and the impact of anxiety and depression on individuals and couples.
I am here for you. I have extensive experience in helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families with issues such as school/social issues, anxiety, depression, behavior disorders, social anxiety, parenting, marriage and family issues. I use WDEP, DBT, CBT, and Solution Focused Therapy and carry a youthful Carl Rogers Humanistic vibe. I have worked a lot with teens and families who are struggling in the school environment and home environment. Being a former high school dean has given me insight into those issues. A lot of my recent work is with parenting, and the impact of anxiety and depression on individuals and couples.
I believe people often become stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior just because they have not learned another way. Many clients have strengths and abilities they have overlooked. These are the gems we will discover to aid empowerment, growth and achievement of life goals. Effective communication and coping skills are incorporated into treatment giving clients the tools to make positive changes. Therapy often includes alternative modalities such as guided visualization,writing, art and relaxation techniques. Each client is honored as an individual, with therapy adapted to their specific needs and comfort levels.
I believe people often become stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior just because they have not learned another way. Many clients have strengths and abilities they have overlooked. These are the gems we will discover to aid empowerment, growth and achievement of life goals. Effective communication and coping skills are incorporated into treatment giving clients the tools to make positive changes. Therapy often includes alternative modalities such as guided visualization,writing, art and relaxation techniques. Each client is honored as an individual, with therapy adapted to their specific needs and comfort levels.
Great Lakes Psychology Group - Tinley Park
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Tinley Park 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.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Tinley Park 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.
Beatrice L Cross
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452
You know what feels better than keeping those bottled-up feelings inside? Letting them out in a safe space, with a clinician that will demonstrate unconditional positive regard. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with 6+ years of experience working with adolescents, teens, young adults, and families. I strive to provide a therapeutic environment that allows for my clients to address current and historical stressors. I am a humanistic therapist whose passion is to walk alongside my client’s journey to their “ideal self.”
You know what feels better than keeping those bottled-up feelings inside? Letting them out in a safe space, with a clinician that will demonstrate unconditional positive regard. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with 6+ years of experience working with adolescents, teens, young adults, and families. I strive to provide a therapeutic environment that allows for my clients to address current and historical stressors. I am a humanistic therapist whose passion is to walk alongside my client’s journey to their “ideal self.”
I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
It's easy to have moments where we no longer recognize ourselves in the mirror and lose who we are when life gets chaotic. We are desperate to reconnect with ourselves again. Whether you are beginning your journey of self-discovery or trying to reinvent yourself, I am here to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment for self-exploration. We will work together to find a sense of belonging that matches your authentic self. During treatment, I take an integrative approach that includes individual psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to encourage therapeutic growth.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
It's easy to have moments where we no longer recognize ourselves in the mirror and lose who we are when life gets chaotic. We are desperate to reconnect with ourselves again. Whether you are beginning your journey of self-discovery or trying to reinvent yourself, I am here to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment for self-exploration. We will work together to find a sense of belonging that matches your authentic self. During treatment, I take an integrative approach that includes individual psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to encourage therapeutic growth.
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I specialize in working with children and adolescents, especially at-risk youth who are struggling with past traumas and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Mood Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders.
The decision to enter into therapy can be difficult and scary. I try to make this process less stressful and put individuals at ease. I meet every individual where they are at in the process of change and strive to provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment. I feel very passionate about the importance and value of therapy because I believe every individual can benefit from therapy at some point in his or her life. I work with individuals to help them make changes that will move them closer to feeling better and living the life he or she desires.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents, especially at-risk youth who are struggling with past traumas and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Mood Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders.
The decision to enter into therapy can be difficult and scary. I try to make this process less stressful and put individuals at ease. I meet every individual where they are at in the process of change and strive to provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment. I feel very passionate about the importance and value of therapy because I believe every individual can benefit from therapy at some point in his or her life. I work with individuals to help them make changes that will move them closer to feeling better and living the life he or she desires.
Would love to schedule a session with you or your child to talk and see what is going on.
I work with children and adolescents who experience challenges with anxiety, depression, anger, and life transitions. explore and understand allows them to feel comfortable to be open and share. In addition, I work with parents who may need support in parenting their children. My philosophy is it takes a village to raise a child so allow me to be a part of your village to identify.
Would love to schedule a session with you or your child to talk and see what is going on.
I work with children and adolescents who experience challenges with anxiety, depression, anger, and life transitions. explore and understand allows them to feel comfortable to be open and share. In addition, I work with parents who may need support in parenting their children. My philosophy is it takes a village to raise a child so allow me to be a part of your village to identify.
Lets Thrive Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477
I have experience counseling children, adolescents and adults.
Everyone experiences periods of stress, sadness, grief and conflict, and talking to a professional can make a huge impact. If you're reading this, congratulations on taking the courageous and positive first step towards changing what is no longer working in your life.
I have experience counseling children, adolescents and adults.
Everyone experiences periods of stress, sadness, grief and conflict, and talking to a professional can make a huge impact. If you're reading this, congratulations on taking the courageous and positive first step towards changing what is no longer working in your life.
Vanesa Cervantes
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Orland Hills, IL 60477 (Online Only)
Hello! Hola! I’m Dr. Vanesa Cervantes, and I’m a Family and Child Psychologist. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I believe that every person has the potential to thrive and overcome challenges they may be currently facing. My treatment approach is collaborative, by working together we can develop healthy coping skills, strengthen your social and emotional health and empower you to understand and manage your emotions, behaviors, and social relationships. Through our work together you can expect to also learn effective coping strategies to manage life challenges.
Hello! Hola! I’m Dr. Vanesa Cervantes, and I’m a Family and Child Psychologist. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I believe that every person has the potential to thrive and overcome challenges they may be currently facing. My treatment approach is collaborative, by working together we can develop healthy coping skills, strengthen your social and emotional health and empower you to understand and manage your emotions, behaviors, and social relationships. Through our work together you can expect to also learn effective coping strategies to manage life challenges.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Oak Forest, IL provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Oak Forest build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Oak Forest build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.