Child or Adolescent Therapists in Illinois

Do you feel like something is off, but can’t put your finger on it? Do you feel like you could be performing better, but don’t know what is standing in your way? Is something going on with your child and you want to help them excel? Do you want to gain a better overall understanding of yourself and how your brain processes information? You can learn the answers to these questions and more with a highly customized psychological assessment. During the free consultation, you will have an opportunity to discuss your concerns with Dr. Kaylor, so she can prepare customized tests to target your specific questions: calendly.com/drleahkaylor Dr. Kaylor specializes in the assessment and diagnosis of learning, memory, and attention issues in children and adults. Dr. Kaylor will select the tests that are best suited to assess your unique concerns. She will continue to add as many tests as necessary to find the answers to your questions. Dr. Kaylor solely works on your case (no students or techs). Dr. Kaylor will select your test battery, administer, score, and interpret the results, write a comprehensive report with tailored recommendations, and conduct the feedback session. The assessment will be based on the most up-to-date research and tools available. Dr. Kaylor wants you to walk away from the evaluation process with all your questions answered. Want to work with me, but afraid you aren’t within driving distance? No problem, I am licensed to practice tele-assessment in 27 states and the District of Columbia. Please visit calendly.com/drleahkaylor to book a no-cost consultation.

“Our daily lives can be challenging, but there are so many ways and opportunities for us to heal and grow. With an open mind and open heart, I seek to provide guidance to my clients, as they navigate through the process of self-discovery and resolution. By creating a space of empowerment, ambition, and confidence for my clients.” Danielle earned an undergraduate degree from Indiana University and an MSW from NYU. Her experiences at NYU inspired many areas of interest, including trauma/crisis therapy for adolescents and adults. Danielle has worked closely as a case manager for incarcerated juveniles/young adults, offering legal advocacy, future planning sessions, and social emotional support through correspondence. Danielle is currently working as a full-time high school social worker, and has training in harassment, bullying, discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. She also has her Professional Educators Licensure in the state of Illinois as well as her Professional Educators Certificate in the state of New York. Danielle believes that therapy must be individually crafted, and there is not a “one size fits all” approach. We each walk are own unique path, and sometimes we need support. Being different is an integral part of human life. In therapy, Danielle creates a warm and supportive environment, and incorporates psychotherapeutic training, and mindfulness into treatment plans. Her goal is to provide her clients the tools/techniques to help them progress and move forward in life.

My name is Kim Kriks and I am the practice owner and clinical therapist at Hopeful Humans Counseling. I obtained my bachelor's degree in Sociology with a minor in Applied Behavioral Science from the University of Kansas. I furthered my education by earning a master's degree in Social Work and PEL endorsement from the University of Illinois at Chicago. My main focus in my clinical practice is providing counseling for children under 10 years old, working with adolescents, and offering parenting support. Additionally, I have received training in women's issues and perinatal mental health. Before establishing Hopeful Humans Counseling, I served as the clinical director and therapist for six years at a private practice located in Downers Grove, IL and New Lenox, IL. I  also have a decade of experience as a school social worker, working with children of all ages, including those in early childhood programs and early intervention programs. My therapeutic approach is primarily influenced by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Systems Theory. I strongly believe that families have the best understanding of their own situation, and I am there to offer guidance and strategies during challenging times. Outside of counseling others, I enjoy canoe camping in the Boundary Waters and going on bike rides with my husband and son to the local farmer's market.

No one had a perfect childhood. The wounds you experienced as a child do not heal on their own. They show up as unhealthy expression of emotions, unfulfilling relationships and sometimes, just pure inner chaos or confusion. We respond to these wounds like we did when we were kids, through hyper-independence, isolation, defiance, or even denial of their existence. However, what worked to keep you safe then, is no longer serving you and may in fact be keeping you stuck.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Addictions Counselor, and Certified Trauma Professional with nearly 15 years of experience in the helping field. I am currently undergoing certification in hypnotherapy to expand my ability to help those in need. I have experience in working with children, adolescents, and adults who may be experiencing difficulties in a single area in their lives or who may need assistance with learning how to manage struggles in many areas of their lives. My style is pretty eclectic and I am well versed in many treatment modalities including CBT, DBT, Trauma Informed Care, and more.

Like many therapist profiles, this page could list my degrees and credentials, provide a vague description of what clients I work with, and be distant but warm; however, that is not how I work with clients or how I am in the world. I want this page to help you decide if we’ll work well together, not just list the things I’ve done. What you probably want to know is 1) do I know what I’m doing and 2) are we a good fit in working together. I have been working in the mental health field, specifically with eating disorders, since 2014 in a variety of capacities including inpatient, residential, and crisis stabilization programs. I am passionate about eating disorder recovery and collaborating with patients to find balance in their lives. I am body-positive and Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned. I have experience in working with families, couples, and individuals in addition to facilitating group therapy. My primary focus lies in helping to support clients and their loved ones in understanding and moving forward in the path to recovery through individual and family therapy. I have earned the distinction of being a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) by the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, and have been an officeholder for the Heartland chapter of iaedp since 2019 and remained committed to pursuing ongoing education within the field. There are so many people who hesitate to come to therapy or to move forward in eating disorder recovery due to having been previously unsuccessful with a “one size fits all” approach. I work with you to figure it out. I’m not a smile-and-nod, sit in silence type of therapist. I'll call you out on your BS, but I can do that in a way where we can both laugh. I'm not afraid to talk about anything you need to talk about. Intrusive thoughts? Feeling like you’re the only person to feel this way? You’d be surprised to find that you’re not alone. Therapy will provide a safe space to be yourself and a supportive environment to help meet you where you’re at and work towards creating lasting change in your life.

Dr. Jason Kovac is a fellowship-trained Reproductive Urologist. He serves as the Regional Medical Director for Posterity Health in Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan. He is a dual board-certified Urologist in both the United States and Canada.

Sherri Uqdah has years of experience with counseling. She has worked with different ages regarding issues of depression, trauma, anxiety and social interactions. Mrs. Uqdah believes in working together to build the necessary skills and tools to reach goals. Mrs. Sherri Uqdah received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from University of Illinois at Chicago. She received a Master's degree in Community Counseling from Argosy University.

Let's collaborate to untangle how your past connects to your present and find a balance that allows you to feel like yourself again. I am passionate about supporting adults, kids/teens, couples and families in their journey to heal the things that are keeping them stuck by highlighting their strengths and building resilience. The things needed to heal, are already within you. I offer both solution-focused interventions aimed at easing your emotional discomfort and long-term depth work. I create a safe space for you to come as you are, while helping you identify the ways in which you want to grow. Along with traditional psychotherapy, I offer yoga therapy, which incorporates: somatics, gentle movements, manifesting, breathwork, mindfulness, relaxation, spirituality. Utilizing the mind-body connection allows you to express the things your mind won't allow you to. Clients can leave sessions feeling grounded, hopeful, and empowered. I see clients in both IL and TX.

Hi, my name is Dr. Celia and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who opened my practice to help those who want to make a change in their lives. I specialize in working with trauma across the lifespan, which is how I know how significantly our brains and bodies can shift after a difficult event and/or a series of difficult life circumstances. Therapy is a space for us to explore how our past informs who we are. Being able to form meaningful relationships is a key part of our mental wellness, but it isn’t always so easy to do. Reach out for a consultation if you would like help making a change.