ADHD Therapists in Orland Hills, IL
Melanie Mary Fordham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orland Hills, IL 60477
I have experience helping individuals with a variety of aspects of mental health which include, anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, and life changes .
Life is full of ups and downs. We all experience different situations that affect us in a variety of ways. The down moments are challenging but even the up moments can be difficult sometimes. I am here to help you through those situations that arise in your life in order to gain more insight and understanding. Together, we will work to find a solution, take time to process through the past and present circumstances, and to help you move forward in your life. I work with a variety of frameworks and am committed to figuring out what works best for each individual that I work with.
I have experience helping individuals with a variety of aspects of mental health which include, anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, and life changes .
Life is full of ups and downs. We all experience different situations that affect us in a variety of ways. The down moments are challenging but even the up moments can be difficult sometimes. I am here to help you through those situations that arise in your life in order to gain more insight and understanding. Together, we will work to find a solution, take time to process through the past and present circumstances, and to help you move forward in your life. I work with a variety of frameworks and am committed to figuring out what works best for each individual that I work with.
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.
I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping people find solutions to life's challenges. I encourage people to change, while offering hope and acceptance. My approach is collaborative with a focus on my clients' strengths and goals. I use a variety of therapeutic methods, with an emphasis on attachment-based, interpersonal, and cognitive behavioral therapies. Developing a strong therapeutic alliance is essential to my therapy. I care about people and feel honored when clients share their lives with me.
I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping people find solutions to life's challenges. I encourage people to change, while offering hope and acceptance. My approach is collaborative with a focus on my clients' strengths and goals. I use a variety of therapeutic methods, with an emphasis on attachment-based, interpersonal, and cognitive behavioral therapies. Developing a strong therapeutic alliance is essential to my therapy. I care about people and feel honored when clients share their lives with me.
At times, challenges in life seem to be obstacles to our fulfillment and happiness, though in reality these obstacles present opportunities – opportunities to reflect, change and grow. These changes can make us more resilient and make our lives more manageable and meaningful. During these troubled times we often believe that nothing can help. We see our situation less clearly due to our distress and are unaware of our options. But with the guidance of a trained therapist we can discover the gift of working on ourselves. My experience has proven time and again that therapy can be a life changer.
At times, challenges in life seem to be obstacles to our fulfillment and happiness, though in reality these obstacles present opportunities – opportunities to reflect, change and grow. These changes can make us more resilient and make our lives more manageable and meaningful. During these troubled times we often believe that nothing can help. We see our situation less clearly due to our distress and are unaware of our options. But with the guidance of a trained therapist we can discover the gift of working on ourselves. My experience has proven time and again that therapy can be a life changer.
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Finding a therapist can be daunting. People often come to therapy seeking relief from distress. This might involve a difficult life transition, coping with a chronic health concern, or navigating challenging relationships with self and others. In addition to finding ways to alleviate this suffering, I create a safe and supportive space to look at and learn from this distress. This may involve finding patterns that have kept you struggling, healing from past harms, and exploring and expanding your existing strengths. I am particularly interested in collaborating with adults, teens, and parents seeking support for ADHD or OCD.
Finding a therapist can be daunting. People often come to therapy seeking relief from distress. This might involve a difficult life transition, coping with a chronic health concern, or navigating challenging relationships with self and others. In addition to finding ways to alleviate this suffering, I create a safe and supportive space to look at and learn from this distress. This may involve finding patterns that have kept you struggling, healing from past harms, and exploring and expanding your existing strengths. I am particularly interested in collaborating with adults, teens, and parents seeking support for ADHD or OCD.
In my practice as a clinical psychologist, I see young adult, adult, and mature adult clients in individual therapy (18+). The clients with whom I work are often experiencing challenges with adjustment to life changes including changes in professional/occupational life, in significant relationships, divorce, personal loss in death or separation, and/or physical compromise of functioning who find a collaborative and respectful relationship in navigating these challenges helpful. In addition, the emotional experience of clients may include anxiety, depression, highly variable moods, and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity difficulties,
In my practice as a clinical psychologist, I see young adult, adult, and mature adult clients in individual therapy (18+). The clients with whom I work are often experiencing challenges with adjustment to life changes including changes in professional/occupational life, in significant relationships, divorce, personal loss in death or separation, and/or physical compromise of functioning who find a collaborative and respectful relationship in navigating these challenges helpful. In addition, the emotional experience of clients may include anxiety, depression, highly variable moods, and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity difficulties,
I am delighted you found me here on Psychology Today. My ideal client comes from many different walks of life - children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. My ideal client is looking for change and a therapist that is going to "shoot straight" with them and do more than just nod their head in agreement. My ideal client is looking for direction and change in their lives and wants a partner in change. I work with my ideal client on anxiety, major depression, trauma, couples counseling, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD), oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), and substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+ issues.
I am delighted you found me here on Psychology Today. My ideal client comes from many different walks of life - children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. My ideal client is looking for change and a therapist that is going to "shoot straight" with them and do more than just nod their head in agreement. My ideal client is looking for direction and change in their lives and wants a partner in change. I work with my ideal client on anxiety, major depression, trauma, couples counseling, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD), oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), and substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+ issues.
Kayla M Hoover
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Specialties: Art Therapy, Women's mental health, adolescents and children 13 and under with intellectual, neuro-cognitive disabilities, Autism, anxiety, self-harm, ADHD.
Our minds and bodies hold the experiences of our lives, and sometimes the emotions behind these experiences can get stuck within us and disrupt our lives. As an art therapist, I want to help you release these emotions through various art-making processes that engage your senses. Together we will creatively explore thoughts, emotions, and relationships, and set goals. I work with clients of all ages and abilities. I have a passion for working with individuals with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities. I want to empower you by offering alternative ways of creating art and looking at the world, yourself.
Specialties: Art Therapy, Women's mental health, adolescents and children 13 and under with intellectual, neuro-cognitive disabilities, Autism, anxiety, self-harm, ADHD.
Our minds and bodies hold the experiences of our lives, and sometimes the emotions behind these experiences can get stuck within us and disrupt our lives. As an art therapist, I want to help you release these emotions through various art-making processes that engage your senses. Together we will creatively explore thoughts, emotions, and relationships, and set goals. I work with clients of all ages and abilities. I have a passion for working with individuals with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities. I want to empower you by offering alternative ways of creating art and looking at the world, yourself.
Kathy O'Dwyer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, MC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tinley Park, IL 60477
I am able to help in many areas including anxiety, stress management, grieving/loss, behavioral concerns, school motivation, depression, ADHD, self-injury, and LGBTQ+.
Starting 10/19/24: Biweekly Saturday afternoon openings, some weekday evenings open. - Please see pictures below of the play therapy room. Do you have a child or teen struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, peer relationships, and/or depression? Is your child showing a lot of anger, refusing to go to school, or getting in trouble at school often? Is your child staying in their room all day, on their devices constantly, or rarely interacting with the family? Sometimes, allowing a child or teen to have an outlet to talk to someone other than family or friends, could help them tremendously. I am here to help!
I am able to help in many areas including anxiety, stress management, grieving/loss, behavioral concerns, school motivation, depression, ADHD, self-injury, and LGBTQ+.
Starting 10/19/24: Biweekly Saturday afternoon openings, some weekday evenings open. - Please see pictures below of the play therapy room. Do you have a child or teen struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, peer relationships, and/or depression? Is your child showing a lot of anger, refusing to go to school, or getting in trouble at school often? Is your child staying in their room all day, on their devices constantly, or rarely interacting with the family? Sometimes, allowing a child or teen to have an outlet to talk to someone other than family or friends, could help them tremendously. I am here to help!
Lynn Wachtel-Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, CIRT, ACSW
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Are you sad? Feel worried? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Don't say no enough? Do you feel lost and sad after a death? I have specialized training in couples work{relationship issues} Addictions {codependency} I have extensive experience in treating Grief and Loss issues, Bipolar issues , Depression, Self esteem, Anxiety, ADD, ADHD, Assertiveness issues, Adjustment issues, Anger management, Self harm issues, and Coping skills. My goal is to provide a supportive, respectful, caring environment to help all clients achieve their fullest potential I have had client"s report relief and progress after only a few sessions
Are you sad? Feel worried? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Don't say no enough? Do you feel lost and sad after a death? I have specialized training in couples work{relationship issues} Addictions {codependency} I have extensive experience in treating Grief and Loss issues, Bipolar issues , Depression, Self esteem, Anxiety, ADD, ADHD, Assertiveness issues, Adjustment issues, Anger management, Self harm issues, and Coping skills. My goal is to provide a supportive, respectful, caring environment to help all clients achieve their fullest potential I have had client"s report relief and progress after only a few sessions
Hello! I work with children, adolescents, and adults on a variety of issues. I specialize in trauma work, personality disorders, ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety issues, bipolar one and two, social anxiety, separation anxiety, and psychotic disorders. I also am in charge of the psychological testing department at V&R. We test for various issues including ADHD, learning disabilities, ASD assessments, and general diagnostic concerns for clarity.
Hello! I work with children, adolescents, and adults on a variety of issues. I specialize in trauma work, personality disorders, ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety issues, bipolar one and two, social anxiety, separation anxiety, and psychotic disorders. I also am in charge of the psychological testing department at V&R. We test for various issues including ADHD, learning disabilities, ASD assessments, and general diagnostic concerns for clarity.
Psychological testing can be helpful to determine how a person's mood and personality impacts his/her life, help students figure out why they are struggling in school, and assess for ADHD, learning disabilities or giftedness.
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.
Psychological testing can be helpful to determine how a person's mood and personality impacts his/her life, help students figure out why they are struggling in school, and assess for ADHD, learning disabilities or giftedness.
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.
Beatrice L Cross
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477
I also have experience working with various diagnosis including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, conduct disorder, and oppositional defiant disorder.
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 also have experience working with various diagnosis including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, conduct disorder, and oppositional defiant disorder.
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.”
Olive Branch Counseling Associates, Inc.
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Olive Branch Counseling provides treatment for those struggling with anxiety and depression as well as attention deficit and life adjustments, to name just a few topics we address.
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.
Olive Branch Counseling provides treatment for those struggling with anxiety and depression as well as attention deficit and life adjustments, to name just a few topics we address.
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.
Christine E O'Brien
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Waitlist for new clients
Her focus is on mood disorders, behavioral issues, and ADHD.
I believe that no two people are alike and therefore each person deserves an individualized approach to treatment based on their life experiences. Life experiences play a part in the present day functioning of every individual. I strive to create a safe, therapeutic environment that allows a client to process treatment, heal, and modify and replace unwanted behaviors, increasing their ability to obtain and maintain a positive and healthy lifestyle.
Her focus is on mood disorders, behavioral issues, and ADHD.
I believe that no two people are alike and therefore each person deserves an individualized approach to treatment based on their life experiences. Life experiences play a part in the present day functioning of every individual. I strive to create a safe, therapeutic environment that allows a client to process treatment, heal, and modify and replace unwanted behaviors, increasing their ability to obtain and maintain a positive and healthy lifestyle.
Micaela Humenik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tinley Park, IL 60477
She is experienced in working with adolescents and young adults living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD and trauma.
Micaela is a Licensed Social Worker, therapist, and received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Dominican University. Micaela provides counseling to individuals, family, children, teens and young adults. Micaela has had a wide range of experience from working with a criminal defense attorney to a domestic violence shelter. Most recently she has worked in community mental health and a behavioral health partial hospitalization program.
She is experienced in working with adolescents and young adults living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD and trauma.
Micaela is a Licensed Social Worker, therapist, and received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Dominican University. Micaela provides counseling to individuals, family, children, teens and young adults. Micaela has had a wide range of experience from working with a criminal defense attorney to a domestic violence shelter. Most recently she has worked in community mental health and a behavioral health partial hospitalization program.
I am a certified addiction counselor, licensed educator, licensed addiction counselor (LAC) in Colorado, and the Director of BELA Recovery, a nonprofit, Illinois-state-licensed addiction treatment Center. We specialize in adolescent and adult substance use prevention, early intervention and outpatient treatment services. We also provide DUI classes and counseling, domestic violence, anger management, and more. We also do community outreach and presentations for schools, community organizations and professional organizations on topics such as supporting students struggling with substance use, trauma, anxiety/depression and ADHD.
I am a certified addiction counselor, licensed educator, licensed addiction counselor (LAC) in Colorado, and the Director of BELA Recovery, a nonprofit, Illinois-state-licensed addiction treatment Center. We specialize in adolescent and adult substance use prevention, early intervention and outpatient treatment services. We also provide DUI classes and counseling, domestic violence, anger management, and more. We also do community outreach and presentations for schools, community organizations and professional organizations on topics such as supporting students struggling with substance use, trauma, anxiety/depression and ADHD.
Linda M. Sutton
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NBCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tinley Park, IL 60477
I work with clients facing a variety of stressful challenges, such as depression, couples conflict, and ADHD. As a CCATP-certified clinical anxiety treatment professional, I can assist you with gaining insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while learning stress-reducing skills and strategies for resolving or managing your personal and relational issues.
I work with clients facing a variety of stressful challenges, such as depression, couples conflict, and ADHD. As a CCATP-certified clinical anxiety treatment professional, I can assist you with gaining insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while learning stress-reducing skills and strategies for resolving or managing your personal and relational issues.
Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Dr. Saad has extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self-injury, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Autism, and substance abuse in children, adolescents, and adults. Heather is a clinician that facilitates therapy with an emphasis on the idea that peace of mind is a holistic approach, a balance of mind, body, and spirit. Heather specializes in Anxiety Disorders including OCD, Mood Disorders including Depression, boundary setting, unhealthy relationship "detox", childhood trauma/ inner child work, CPTSD, survivors of abuse, narcissistic abuse, and divorce.
Dr. Saad has extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self-injury, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Autism, and substance abuse in children, adolescents, and adults. Heather is a clinician that facilitates therapy with an emphasis on the idea that peace of mind is a holistic approach, a balance of mind, body, and spirit. Heather specializes in Anxiety Disorders including OCD, Mood Disorders including Depression, boundary setting, unhealthy relationship "detox", childhood trauma/ inner child work, CPTSD, survivors of abuse, narcissistic abuse, and divorce.
Lisa M Nardi, PC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA , LCPC , PC
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477 (Online Only)
Anxiety, PTSD, Separation Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ ADHD, Grief/Loss (also Loss of a Pet, Infertility), Eating Disorders, Parenting.
We are all very capable of being happy. Sometimes loss, our environment or trauma can impact us to the point where we are no longer healthy or happy. I believe that we can be the healthiest version of ourselves with unconditional support. I love to empower my clients and give them the tools to improve their quality of life. I believe that we all struggle in life; being human is not a easy feat for many of us. I myself have struggled with many of the issues I specialize in, so I will do my best to get the core and to help you to heal yourself by strengthening your skills but will also do so with a very empathetic understanding.
Anxiety, PTSD, Separation Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ ADHD, Grief/Loss (also Loss of a Pet, Infertility), Eating Disorders, Parenting.
We are all very capable of being happy. Sometimes loss, our environment or trauma can impact us to the point where we are no longer healthy or happy. I believe that we can be the healthiest version of ourselves with unconditional support. I love to empower my clients and give them the tools to improve their quality of life. I believe that we all struggle in life; being human is not a easy feat for many of us. I myself have struggled with many of the issues I specialize in, so I will do my best to get the core and to help you to heal yourself by strengthening your skills but will also do so with a very empathetic understanding.
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ADHD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.