Child Therapists in Swansea, IL
Children and adolescents experience a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty regulating emotions, and challenges with impulse control. These issues make it difficult to deal with unfortunate but common factors, like family or sibling conflict, parental divorce, or unexpected loss. Many children respond to these issues and factors with less-than-desirable behaviors, such as electronic/video game addiction, educational challenges, difficulty making friends, substance abuse issues, or destructive and defiant behaviors.
Children and adolescents experience a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty regulating emotions, and challenges with impulse control. These issues make it difficult to deal with unfortunate but common factors, like family or sibling conflict, parental divorce, or unexpected loss. Many children respond to these issues and factors with less-than-desirable behaviors, such as electronic/video game addiction, educational challenges, difficulty making friends, substance abuse issues, or destructive and defiant behaviors.
Kristin has experience working with children and adolescents to address social, emotional, and behavioral developmental learning delays.
Kristin Smith is a recent graduate from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Human Services with a concentration in Child Studies and a master’s degree in Social Work. She approaches all clients with a person-centered approach, family-systems approach, and strengths-based perspective. Kristin provides consistency, safety, encouragement, and support for children with a safe space for exploration, creativity, imagination, and self-expression.
Kristin has experience working with children and adolescents to address social, emotional, and behavioral developmental learning delays.
Kristin Smith is a recent graduate from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Human Services with a concentration in Child Studies and a master’s degree in Social Work. She approaches all clients with a person-centered approach, family-systems approach, and strengths-based perspective. Kristin provides consistency, safety, encouragement, and support for children with a safe space for exploration, creativity, imagination, and self-expression.
Felicia K Ewing
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, CCMHC, LCPC, LSOTP, LSOE
Verified Verified
Swansea, IL 62226
The path to healing after a trauma is unique to each individual. I believe in helping you discover the best path for you. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor within a private practice setting. I graduated in 2018 from Wake Forest University with a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Since then, I have had the opportunity to serve a diverse range of clients in community and private practice settings. I have provided individual, family and group therapy to adults and children. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma in their life to include children, adolescents, and veterans.
The path to healing after a trauma is unique to each individual. I believe in helping you discover the best path for you. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor within a private practice setting. I graduated in 2018 from Wake Forest University with a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Since then, I have had the opportunity to serve a diverse range of clients in community and private practice settings. I have provided individual, family and group therapy to adults and children. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma in their life to include children, adolescents, and veterans.
I enjoy working children, adolescents, and adult.
"Think about what you can do right now, not what you had wish you would have done before." I am passionate about helping people overcome whatever obstacle that keeps them from living their life to the fullest. Throughout life we all experience difficulties that lead to us feeling alone, overwhelmed, and defeated. Despite our best efforts sometimes overcoming those life circumstances by ourselves can be unsuccessful. My desire is to come alongside you and help you overcome those difficult life circumstances in a safe and supporting environment to get you back to living your best life.
I enjoy working children, adolescents, and adult.
"Think about what you can do right now, not what you had wish you would have done before." I am passionate about helping people overcome whatever obstacle that keeps them from living their life to the fullest. Throughout life we all experience difficulties that lead to us feeling alone, overwhelmed, and defeated. Despite our best efforts sometimes overcoming those life circumstances by ourselves can be unsuccessful. My desire is to come alongside you and help you overcome those difficult life circumstances in a safe and supporting environment to get you back to living your best life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I have lived my entire life in the Metro-east area. I have a profound connection to helping people with emotional and/or psychological issues. Consequently, I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and obtained a dual masters from Lindenwood University in both Clinical and School counseling. My expertise include depression, self-esteem, grief, anxiety, separation anxiety, children, adolescents, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD parenting and family issues. I am also a Certified First Responder Counselor.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I have lived my entire life in the Metro-east area. I have a profound connection to helping people with emotional and/or psychological issues. Consequently, I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and obtained a dual masters from Lindenwood University in both Clinical and School counseling. My expertise include depression, self-esteem, grief, anxiety, separation anxiety, children, adolescents, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD parenting and family issues. I am also a Certified First Responder Counselor.
My expertise encompasses interventions tailored to children and adolescents, as well as issues pertaining to parenting, family dynamics, attachment insecurities, adoption, anxiety, depression, anger management, aggression, communication patterns, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem cultivation, trauma resolution, and various mental health concerns.
If you are experiencing areas in your life you want to see improvement, I am here to support you on that journey. Together we can set goals and develop strategies to enhance your day-to-day functioning. Through fostering a trusting therapeutic alliance, you can feel empowered to embark on a journey of healing and personal growth.
My expertise encompasses interventions tailored to children and adolescents, as well as issues pertaining to parenting, family dynamics, attachment insecurities, adoption, anxiety, depression, anger management, aggression, communication patterns, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem cultivation, trauma resolution, and various mental health concerns.
If you are experiencing areas in your life you want to see improvement, I am here to support you on that journey. Together we can set goals and develop strategies to enhance your day-to-day functioning. Through fostering a trusting therapeutic alliance, you can feel empowered to embark on a journey of healing and personal growth.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in community, school, and office settings.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in a private practice setting. I want to provide support and guidance in a safe place for clients to heal and grow while setting goals and working towards those goals. I work from a Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach to help you better understand the way your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are intertwined. I want to help clients gain insight and coping skills to create change and self acceptance.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in community, school, and office settings.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in a private practice setting. I want to provide support and guidance in a safe place for clients to heal and grow while setting goals and working towards those goals. I work from a Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach to help you better understand the way your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are intertwined. I want to help clients gain insight and coping skills to create change and self acceptance.
In addition to providing counseling, I specialize in comprehensive diagnosis and assessment of learning difficulties, ADHD, memory concerns, autism, dementia/Alzheimer's disease, brain injury, depression, anxiety, and a variety of other psychological and neuropsychological difficulties. I bring a comprehensive and compassionate approach to each and every client. When your child is struggling at school or when you begin to experience memory issues, you need a knowledgeable and skilled professional who will be able to assess the situation and help you determine the right next step. I can bring clarity to situations that otherwise feel chaotic.
In addition to providing counseling, I specialize in comprehensive diagnosis and assessment of learning difficulties, ADHD, memory concerns, autism, dementia/Alzheimer's disease, brain injury, depression, anxiety, and a variety of other psychological and neuropsychological difficulties. I bring a comprehensive and compassionate approach to each and every client. When your child is struggling at school or when you begin to experience memory issues, you need a knowledgeable and skilled professional who will be able to assess the situation and help you determine the right next step. I can bring clarity to situations that otherwise feel chaotic.
Do you often feel alone, like no one understands you or 'gets' you? Do you struggle with healthy, meaningful relationships? Do you feel like something "isn't quite right" or is missing in your life? Have you tried therapy before and it didn't work out? For every client that walks through my door I help feel less alone and ease emotional burdens. I help you navigate the most difficult hardships in your life by providing a safe and supportive healing space. I help you establish healthy, fulfilling and meaningful relationships, starting with YOU. I look forward to meeting you and walking this healing journey together!
Do you often feel alone, like no one understands you or 'gets' you? Do you struggle with healthy, meaningful relationships? Do you feel like something "isn't quite right" or is missing in your life? Have you tried therapy before and it didn't work out? For every client that walks through my door I help feel less alone and ease emotional burdens. I help you navigate the most difficult hardships in your life by providing a safe and supportive healing space. I help you establish healthy, fulfilling and meaningful relationships, starting with YOU. I look forward to meeting you and walking this healing journey together!
Matthew S Cuppett
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swansea, IL 62226
There are times when we all have problems. Sometimes we feel as though no one understands us. Sometimes we feel as though we are drowning in pain and misery. Even despite our best efforts at finding stability, we still find ourselves living in chaos.
There are times when we all have problems. Sometimes we feel as though no one understands us. Sometimes we feel as though we are drowning in pain and misery. Even despite our best efforts at finding stability, we still find ourselves living in chaos.
Welcome to Metro East Counseling Swansea. Here you will find licensed and experienced professionals, providing services in a confidential environment. We offer flexible appointment times available days, evenings, and weekends. We look forward to connecting with clients and supporting them alongside their mental health journey.
Welcome to Metro East Counseling Swansea. Here you will find licensed and experienced professionals, providing services in a confidential environment. We offer flexible appointment times available days, evenings, and weekends. We look forward to connecting with clients and supporting them alongside their mental health journey.
Emotional support with comprehensive auditory and visual processing screening, advocacy, supporting through referrals, understanding findings, and working with you to develop your intervention plan. Working under supervision towards clinical social work license supporting families, students, and individuals using EMDR, Flash EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational therapy, play therapy, auditory training, mindfulness, and more. Improving responses to therapy and ability to maintain process. Supporting home educators with Special Education teaching license.
Emotional support with comprehensive auditory and visual processing screening, advocacy, supporting through referrals, understanding findings, and working with you to develop your intervention plan. Working under supervision towards clinical social work license supporting families, students, and individuals using EMDR, Flash EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational therapy, play therapy, auditory training, mindfulness, and more. Improving responses to therapy and ability to maintain process. Supporting home educators with Special Education teaching license.
Michelle Yvette McCaskey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swansea, IL 62226
My passion involves working with individuals struggling with addiction, co-occurring disorders, trauma, and a variety of other issues. Building a strong rapport and meeting my clients where they are in their mental health journey is one of the foundations of my practice and I believe harm reduction can be a goal for many struggling with a diagnosis. Together, we will work on a treatment plan that is tailored to your issues, needs and goals. Being a Gold Star Daughter inspired me to work in veteran, and Gold Star family communities for 25 years. Teaching Pre K for 9 years was incredibly rewarding.
My passion involves working with individuals struggling with addiction, co-occurring disorders, trauma, and a variety of other issues. Building a strong rapport and meeting my clients where they are in their mental health journey is one of the foundations of my practice and I believe harm reduction can be a goal for many struggling with a diagnosis. Together, we will work on a treatment plan that is tailored to your issues, needs and goals. Being a Gold Star Daughter inspired me to work in veteran, and Gold Star family communities for 25 years. Teaching Pre K for 9 years was incredibly rewarding.
Christine E. Benton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swansea, IL 62226
I'm here as your therapist to provide a supportive and understanding environment where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions. Drawing from a range of therapeutic modalities such as Person-Centered Therapy, DBT, CBT, mindfulness, and strength-based therapy, I tailor our sessions to suit your individual needs and goals.
I'm here as your therapist to provide a supportive and understanding environment where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions. Drawing from a range of therapeutic modalities such as Person-Centered Therapy, DBT, CBT, mindfulness, and strength-based therapy, I tailor our sessions to suit your individual needs and goals.
"A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle." - James Keller Therapy is a process in which two or more people join their resources to create change, decrease suffering and improve their lives. A therapist does not FIX a client, but works together with the client to create change. I am honored to be a part of that process. If the solution was simple, or obvious, you would have already done it. I give perspective, understanding, introduce new information, resources to cope with your situation.
"A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle." - James Keller Therapy is a process in which two or more people join their resources to create change, decrease suffering and improve their lives. A therapist does not FIX a client, but works together with the client to create change. I am honored to be a part of that process. If the solution was simple, or obvious, you would have already done it. I give perspective, understanding, introduce new information, resources to cope with your situation.
I'm so glad you're here and that you are ready to start this journey with me. I believe real change is possible, and I'm so honored to be able to be your choreographer of change as clients become their best possible selves. The hardest part is taking that first step. Be brave and take that step - so you can live your best life. Old patterns or past experiences can keep us stuck; they create obstacles to living presently. Together we will create the space for you to be more present and feel more fulfilled in your life, and reach you goals, bring structure to your life, and improve your relationship with self or others.
I'm so glad you're here and that you are ready to start this journey with me. I believe real change is possible, and I'm so honored to be able to be your choreographer of change as clients become their best possible selves. The hardest part is taking that first step. Be brave and take that step - so you can live your best life. Old patterns or past experiences can keep us stuck; they create obstacles to living presently. Together we will create the space for you to be more present and feel more fulfilled in your life, and reach you goals, bring structure to your life, and improve your relationship with self or others.
Life can be a huge challenge at times rather it’s because of a relationship with a spouse, family members, kids, or grieving. And guess what? That’s OK! I have a non judgmental safe space for you to come let it all out! My skills help me create great rapport with my clients and my personal experiences provided me with a front row seat on how to maneuver through life at the toughest times.
Life can be a huge challenge at times rather it’s because of a relationship with a spouse, family members, kids, or grieving. And guess what? That’s OK! I have a non judgmental safe space for you to come let it all out! My skills help me create great rapport with my clients and my personal experiences provided me with a front row seat on how to maneuver through life at the toughest times.
Welcome to my page. My name is Brandy Murray, and I am a licensed clinical social worker based in Illinois. I provide an array of mental health services such as EMDR, psychotherapy, CBT, marriage counseling and trauma counseling. I operate from a person in environment perspective, acknowledging that each person has a unique life experience that plays into their entire being and goals. I’m here to offer compassionate guidance and unconditional support, in a nonjudgmental, open and affirming atmosphere. Follow me for more mental health inspiration and self care tips. To schedule a session, please click the link in my bio
Welcome to my page. My name is Brandy Murray, and I am a licensed clinical social worker based in Illinois. I provide an array of mental health services such as EMDR, psychotherapy, CBT, marriage counseling and trauma counseling. I operate from a person in environment perspective, acknowledging that each person has a unique life experience that plays into their entire being and goals. I’m here to offer compassionate guidance and unconditional support, in a nonjudgmental, open and affirming atmosphere. Follow me for more mental health inspiration and self care tips. To schedule a session, please click the link in my bio
More Therapists Nearby
Kristin Beckstrom Radcliffe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belleville, IL 62221
Waitlist for new clients
After many years in multiple different employs within social work, I have settled in to a love for helping children, adolescents and young adults cope with life's stressors. I am equipped with individual and small group space and accepting new clients. I utilize several evidence based therapies, including, but not limited to cognitive behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness CBT, and Strengths based.
After many years in multiple different employs within social work, I have settled in to a love for helping children, adolescents and young adults cope with life's stressors. I am equipped with individual and small group space and accepting new clients. I utilize several evidence based therapies, including, but not limited to cognitive behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness CBT, and Strengths based.
I have over 10 years of clinical experience in working with children and adults in different treatment settings.
Seeking change in your life can be an immense challenge, one that not many people choose to take on. Choosing to begin counseling can be an intimidating, frightening, and anxiety producing experience. From the moment you walk in to my office, I strive to provide you with a compassionate and understanding environment, where you feel safe to work through issues at your own pace.
I have over 10 years of clinical experience in working with children and adults in different treatment settings.
Seeking change in your life can be an immense challenge, one that not many people choose to take on. Choosing to begin counseling can be an intimidating, frightening, and anxiety producing experience. From the moment you walk in to my office, I strive to provide you with a compassionate and understanding environment, where you feel safe to work through issues at your own pace.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Swansea, 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 Swansea 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 Swansea 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.