ADHD Therapists in Cook County, IL
Michelle Waters
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Park Ridge, IL 60068
I have used art therapy to help clients with Depression, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)/trauma, and Executive Dysfunction.
My name is Michelle Waters and I am a licensed counselor (LCPC) and art therapist (ATR). My passion is to help people find their inner power and cultivate the true self through art and talk therapy. I believe that creating art with my clients provides a safe space to discuss issues that might be challenging to talk about otherwise. Therapy is tough, but embedding art in that process takes some of the pressure off and helps develop positive and healthy coping skills. Some of my favorite materials to work with include ceramics, drawing, comics, painting, crochet, and sewing.
I have used art therapy to help clients with Depression, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)/trauma, and Executive Dysfunction.
My name is Michelle Waters and I am a licensed counselor (LCPC) and art therapist (ATR). My passion is to help people find their inner power and cultivate the true self through art and talk therapy. I believe that creating art with my clients provides a safe space to discuss issues that might be challenging to talk about otherwise. Therapy is tough, but embedding art in that process takes some of the pressure off and helps develop positive and healthy coping skills. Some of my favorite materials to work with include ceramics, drawing, comics, painting, crochet, and sewing.
Zoe Tennenbaum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Chicago, IL 60657
Zoe Tennenbaum, LPC, is warm, optimistic, and personable. She prioritizes connecting with each client and makes sure they feel heard, understood, and encouraged. Zoe supports adolescents and adults struggling with bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more. She uses person-centered therapy to ensure clients are well heard and understood, solution-focused therapy to encourage movement towards goals, REBT to combat faulty assumptions, and art therapy to process emotions on a deeper level. Zoe is also able to support spiritual needs with Christian counseling.
Zoe Tennenbaum, LPC, is warm, optimistic, and personable. She prioritizes connecting with each client and makes sure they feel heard, understood, and encouraged. Zoe supports adolescents and adults struggling with bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more. She uses person-centered therapy to ensure clients are well heard and understood, solution-focused therapy to encourage movement towards goals, REBT to combat faulty assumptions, and art therapy to process emotions on a deeper level. Zoe is also able to support spiritual needs with Christian counseling.
Kathryn Panzica
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tinley Park, IL 60477
I treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and bereavement.
We have all had that feeling of being stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how things might turn out. It could be something from our past, something from our current daily lives, or something about the unknown future that is giving us that feeling. All we want is to move forward. I’m here to work with you on building your existing strengths and learning the skills needed to overcome those feelings and challenges.
I treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and bereavement.
We have all had that feeling of being stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how things might turn out. It could be something from our past, something from our current daily lives, or something about the unknown future that is giving us that feeling. All we want is to move forward. I’m here to work with you on building your existing strengths and learning the skills needed to overcome those feelings and challenges.
Sara Gallant
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmette, IL 60091
Waitlist for new clients
My treatment focus is anxiety disorders, OCD, intrusive thoughts, ADHD, and relational struggles.
If you're looking to create positive change in your life, or family life, I am the therapist for you. Clients come to me when they are feeling stressed, anxious, or stuck and we work together as a team to tackle these uncomfortable feelings. I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients, as to empower them to become the best version of themselves. My style is collaborative, directive, and interactive. Together, we explore unhelpful thinking patterns, implement healthy coping strategies, and make progress towards reaching your desired goals.
My treatment focus is anxiety disorders, OCD, intrusive thoughts, ADHD, and relational struggles.
If you're looking to create positive change in your life, or family life, I am the therapist for you. Clients come to me when they are feeling stressed, anxious, or stuck and we work together as a team to tackle these uncomfortable feelings. I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients, as to empower them to become the best version of themselves. My style is collaborative, directive, and interactive. Together, we explore unhelpful thinking patterns, implement healthy coping strategies, and make progress towards reaching your desired goals.
Mary Bohannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating ADHD and anxiety, blending progressive techniques with a decade of experience.
Whether you're seeking guidance on burnout, navigating relationships, or undergoing life transitions, I will create a nurturing and validating environment tailored to you. My expertise spans ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics and setting healthy family boundaries. I enjoy collaborating with millennials, emerging adults, and fellow LGBTQIA+ community members. In our sessions, I blend directness with well-timed humor to foster a comfortable atmosphere. Beyond my role as a therapist, I am resolute in advocating for social justice and fostering meaningful systemic change.
I specialize in treating ADHD and anxiety, blending progressive techniques with a decade of experience.
Whether you're seeking guidance on burnout, navigating relationships, or undergoing life transitions, I will create a nurturing and validating environment tailored to you. My expertise spans ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics and setting healthy family boundaries. I enjoy collaborating with millennials, emerging adults, and fellow LGBTQIA+ community members. In our sessions, I blend directness with well-timed humor to foster a comfortable atmosphere. Beyond my role as a therapist, I am resolute in advocating for social justice and fostering meaningful systemic change.
Lauren Wade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618
Drawing from a trauma-informed background, I am passionate about working with kids and adults who are working through challenging experiences including working with adults with ADHD and twice exceptional kiddos.
Everyone wants to feel understood and validated. Whether an individual is a frustrated parent or a misunderstood child, all points of view are worthy and important. No matter if you are 6 or 60, some of the best conversations occur during a game of Connect 4, while squeezing a handful of putty, or by filling in a coloring page. My style of therapy is to meet clients where they’re at and make sure they feel heard in sharing their point of view. From there, we can explore what skill and values-based strategies clients can develop and where personal strengths can be used for further growth.
Drawing from a trauma-informed background, I am passionate about working with kids and adults who are working through challenging experiences including working with adults with ADHD and twice exceptional kiddos.
Everyone wants to feel understood and validated. Whether an individual is a frustrated parent or a misunderstood child, all points of view are worthy and important. No matter if you are 6 or 60, some of the best conversations occur during a game of Connect 4, while squeezing a handful of putty, or by filling in a coloring page. My style of therapy is to meet clients where they’re at and make sure they feel heard in sharing their point of view. From there, we can explore what skill and values-based strategies clients can develop and where personal strengths can be used for further growth.
Rossana Woldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Palatine, IL 60067
My treatment interests include: trauma resolution, depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, parenting difficulties, self-esteem issues, stress management and managing complex family issues.
I believe in providing a safe, compassionate and nonjudgemental environment that allows clients to use their own strengths and insights to create positive and meaningful growth in their lives. Everyone has the ability to change painful experiences into resilience. Sometimes, we just need a helping hand to grab onto for guidance and support along the way.
My treatment interests include: trauma resolution, depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, parenting difficulties, self-esteem issues, stress management and managing complex family issues.
I believe in providing a safe, compassionate and nonjudgemental environment that allows clients to use their own strengths and insights to create positive and meaningful growth in their lives. Everyone has the ability to change painful experiences into resilience. Sometimes, we just need a helping hand to grab onto for guidance and support along the way.
Amanda Ives
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CDBT
Verified Verified
Evanston, IL 60202 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
With the understanding that no two people fit the same mold, I offer an eclectic, holistic approach to empower and support clients. From a neuro affirmative lens, I work with adults navigating trauma, parenting and caregiving challenges, PTSD, chronic illness, gender and sexuality, ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, life transitions, and relationship issues. I deeply enjoy challenging shame and stigma surrounding all expansive and marginal identities.
With the understanding that no two people fit the same mold, I offer an eclectic, holistic approach to empower and support clients. From a neuro affirmative lens, I work with adults navigating trauma, parenting and caregiving challenges, PTSD, chronic illness, gender and sexuality, ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, life transitions, and relationship issues. I deeply enjoy challenging shame and stigma surrounding all expansive and marginal identities.
Nicole Jordan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lemont, IL 60439
Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with a Master’s Degree from Case Western Reserve University. Working with clients aged 6 to 40 years, her experience includes such areas as ADD/ADHD, Adoption, Anxiety, Athletes, Body Image Issues, Chronic Mental Illness, Depression, Mood Disorders, Self-Esteem/Self-Worth and Trauma/PTSD. She is passionate about and specializes in treating teenagers with eating disorders.
Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with a Master’s Degree from Case Western Reserve University. Working with clients aged 6 to 40 years, her experience includes such areas as ADD/ADHD, Adoption, Anxiety, Athletes, Body Image Issues, Chronic Mental Illness, Depression, Mood Disorders, Self-Esteem/Self-Worth and Trauma/PTSD. She is passionate about and specializes in treating teenagers with eating disorders.
Daniel Laluna
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60614
Dr. Daniel Laluna, Regional Clinical Director, is a licensed clinical psychologist, who has extensive experience and expertise providing neuropsychological/psychological testing, as well as therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults. He specializes in providing comprehensive testing evaluations (e. g. ADHD, Autism, IQ, Learning Disorders, Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Memory, and Pre-Surgical).
Dr. Daniel Laluna, Regional Clinical Director, is a licensed clinical psychologist, who has extensive experience and expertise providing neuropsychological/psychological testing, as well as therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults. He specializes in providing comprehensive testing evaluations (e. g. ADHD, Autism, IQ, Learning Disorders, Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Memory, and Pre-Surgical).
Leigh Monahan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Evanston, IL 60201
Monahan works with individuals and families related to anxiety, ADHD, and parenting stressors.
Dr. Leigh Monahan is passionate about helping children, adolescents, young adults, and families to empower themselves and to gain concrete skills for achieving optimal social, emotional, behavioral, and academic success. She takes a holistic approach to working with clients, and she values partnering with key stakeholders in the young person’s life. She provides individual and family-focused treatment to address a range of developmental periods and presenting concerns, including young and emerging adults as they navigate the demands of this time period.
Monahan works with individuals and families related to anxiety, ADHD, and parenting stressors.
Dr. Leigh Monahan is passionate about helping children, adolescents, young adults, and families to empower themselves and to gain concrete skills for achieving optimal social, emotional, behavioral, and academic success. She takes a holistic approach to working with clients, and she values partnering with key stakeholders in the young person’s life. She provides individual and family-focused treatment to address a range of developmental periods and presenting concerns, including young and emerging adults as they navigate the demands of this time period.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60625
Having trouble focusing on your goals? I specialize in coaching adults with attention issues, such as ADHD or anxiety. Problems with concentration can cause difficulties with overall well-being, relationships, career, and health. We will work as a team to capitalize on your strengths and to better manage challenges. Hallmarks of my work include improving self-awareness, self-confidence, and self-acceptance.
Having trouble focusing on your goals? I specialize in coaching adults with attention issues, such as ADHD or anxiety. Problems with concentration can cause difficulties with overall well-being, relationships, career, and health. We will work as a team to capitalize on your strengths and to better manage challenges. Hallmarks of my work include improving self-awareness, self-confidence, and self-acceptance.
Steven A Migalski
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60640
I also provide comprehensive psychological assessments for the differential diagnosis of ADHD and learning disorders, and I have been very successful in helping individuals receive accommodations in school and work settings.
In psychotherapy, I am a supportive listener who helps clients to uncover blind spots where difficulties lurk. I teach healthy coping strategies, and I coach people to try out new behaviors in their daily lives. I further help individuals, families, and couples to shore up inner resources to face life's challenges effectively and with a stronger sense of self-worth. I also guide individuals toward a better understanding of their feelings and emotional states. Finally, my approach focuses on breaking problematic interpersonal patterns and striving to be more autonomous and self-governing in one's day-to-day life.
I also provide comprehensive psychological assessments for the differential diagnosis of ADHD and learning disorders, and I have been very successful in helping individuals receive accommodations in school and work settings.
In psychotherapy, I am a supportive listener who helps clients to uncover blind spots where difficulties lurk. I teach healthy coping strategies, and I coach people to try out new behaviors in their daily lives. I further help individuals, families, and couples to shore up inner resources to face life's challenges effectively and with a stronger sense of self-worth. I also guide individuals toward a better understanding of their feelings and emotional states. Finally, my approach focuses on breaking problematic interpersonal patterns and striving to be more autonomous and self-governing in one's day-to-day life.
Change Points Counseling Center
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Are your struggles related to ADHD, OCD, Anxiety, Anger, Social Difficulties, or Parenting? Are you having Relationship Problems? Or maybe you are in Addictions Recovery? Then again, maybe you just want a little extra support? Well, we are glad to help with any of these issues.
Change can lead to distress and difficulty. We offer practical planning and smart solutions! Improve your school, job, or household happiness; build relationships and gain insights. Learn techniques and strategies to cope with your troubles and frustrations. Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents, and Adults!
Are your struggles related to ADHD, OCD, Anxiety, Anger, Social Difficulties, or Parenting? Are you having Relationship Problems? Or maybe you are in Addictions Recovery? Then again, maybe you just want a little extra support? Well, we are glad to help with any of these issues.
Change can lead to distress and difficulty. We offer practical planning and smart solutions! Improve your school, job, or household happiness; build relationships and gain insights. Learn techniques and strategies to cope with your troubles and frustrations. Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents, and Adults!
Hollie Sobel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60657
She has expertise in the areas ADHD,anxiety, depression, autism, behavioral difficulties, and learning disorders.
Dr. Sobel received her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Illinois Institute of Technology, and completed a fellowship at the University of Chicago. Prior to launching PACT, she was a faculty member at the Family Institute at Northwestern University and Rush University Medical Center. She has specialization in conducting diagnostic, psychoeducational, and personality testing batteries to primarily children/adolescents with a variety of psychiatric and medical diagnoses. She also assists children and their families with school programming issues. Another area of clinical expertise is providing individual, family, and group psychotherapy. She has specialization in using researched-based cognitive-behavioral techniques
She has expertise in the areas ADHD,anxiety, depression, autism, behavioral difficulties, and learning disorders.
Dr. Sobel received her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Illinois Institute of Technology, and completed a fellowship at the University of Chicago. Prior to launching PACT, she was a faculty member at the Family Institute at Northwestern University and Rush University Medical Center. She has specialization in conducting diagnostic, psychoeducational, and personality testing batteries to primarily children/adolescents with a variety of psychiatric and medical diagnoses. She also assists children and their families with school programming issues. Another area of clinical expertise is providing individual, family, and group psychotherapy. She has specialization in using researched-based cognitive-behavioral techniques
Dr. Lauren McKenna- Adhd Life Transitions Anxiety Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60614 (Online Only)
It's my belief to "Keep life simple." Life is stressful enough. Balancing work, family, social life, friends, and relationships can be overwhelming at times. I practice from a harm reduction holistic theoretical orientation. It combines person-centered (respect for autonomy) with CBT/systemic therapy (a critical look at culture and attachments). By identifying wants and needs, I can assist clients with locating triggers and establishing healthy coping skills to alleviate any mental, emotional, or physical stress. I work particularly with parents and clients dealing with ADHD,career choices, pregnancy, self-esteem and accountability.
It's my belief to "Keep life simple." Life is stressful enough. Balancing work, family, social life, friends, and relationships can be overwhelming at times. I practice from a harm reduction holistic theoretical orientation. It combines person-centered (respect for autonomy) with CBT/systemic therapy (a critical look at culture and attachments). By identifying wants and needs, I can assist clients with locating triggers and establishing healthy coping skills to alleviate any mental, emotional, or physical stress. I work particularly with parents and clients dealing with ADHD,career choices, pregnancy, self-esteem and accountability.
Anna Tornquist
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60657 (Online Only)
If this description sounds familiar, I’d love to help you and/or your loved one explore Autistic and ADHD traits and patterns to gain a fuller understanding of your experiences and of the impacts these traits can have on relationships, work, and life in general.
Do you or a loved one experience and express emotions differently from others? Hyper-focus on interests in a way that allows for a state of ‘flow,’ but pulls from responsibilities and loved ones? Take in more sensory information than others and sometimes get overloaded by it? Has anyone ever suggested that you or your loved one might be Autistic or an ADHDer? While there are many strengths to neurodivergence, there can be difficulties due to living a world that is not designed for or accommodating of different neurotypes. It can also be difficult to know how best to support our loved ones who are Autistic or ADHDers.
If this description sounds familiar, I’d love to help you and/or your loved one explore Autistic and ADHD traits and patterns to gain a fuller understanding of your experiences and of the impacts these traits can have on relationships, work, and life in general.
Do you or a loved one experience and express emotions differently from others? Hyper-focus on interests in a way that allows for a state of ‘flow,’ but pulls from responsibilities and loved ones? Take in more sensory information than others and sometimes get overloaded by it? Has anyone ever suggested that you or your loved one might be Autistic or an ADHDer? While there are many strengths to neurodivergence, there can be difficulties due to living a world that is not designed for or accommodating of different neurotypes. It can also be difficult to know how best to support our loved ones who are Autistic or ADHDers.
Amanda R Hensley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60302 (Online Only)
I specialize in coping with anxiety, navigating life changes and relationships, ADHD and building executive functioning skills, emerging adulthood challenges, and helping people create a more compassionate internal dialogue and building resilience.
Hello! I’m Amanda and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. In my life I’ve been driven by strong curiosity of people and what makes us develop into who we are and how we become better. I sought a Master’s degree in Social Work and upon graduating in 2012 it has been my pleasure to work with people of all ages and stages of life to help them find their voice, their sense of balance, and most importantly, their compassion for themselves.
I specialize in coping with anxiety, navigating life changes and relationships, ADHD and building executive functioning skills, emerging adulthood challenges, and helping people create a more compassionate internal dialogue and building resilience.
Hello! I’m Amanda and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. In my life I’ve been driven by strong curiosity of people and what makes us develop into who we are and how we become better. I sought a Master’s degree in Social Work and upon graduating in 2012 it has been my pleasure to work with people of all ages and stages of life to help them find their voice, their sense of balance, and most importantly, their compassion for themselves.
Loren Morris
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
I see adult individuals as well as couples for a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, ADHD and communication.
If you struggle with anxiety or depression you may have found that the day to day can feel overwhelming. You may have noticed that your sleep is being impacted, patience with others is lessening, staying focused or organized is becoming harder, or you may generally feel tired or restless. Are your thoughts taking over or do you do everything to avoid your thoughts? Maybe you are in a relationship and find communication difficult with arguments that lead into the early morning hours or saying things to hurt one another? Are you reaching out because what you have tried on your own is not providing the change you are seeking?
I see adult individuals as well as couples for a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, ADHD and communication.
If you struggle with anxiety or depression you may have found that the day to day can feel overwhelming. You may have noticed that your sleep is being impacted, patience with others is lessening, staying focused or organized is becoming harder, or you may generally feel tired or restless. Are your thoughts taking over or do you do everything to avoid your thoughts? Maybe you are in a relationship and find communication difficult with arguments that lead into the early morning hours or saying things to hurt one another? Are you reaching out because what you have tried on your own is not providing the change you are seeking?
Lara Jakobsons
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Evanston, IL 60201 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals across the lifespan -- children starting at age 2, tweens, adolescents, college students, young adults and adults. My specialties include anxiety, OCD, parenting, ADHD, tics, binge eating, and weight management. To achieve your goals, I offer evidence-based therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Exposure Plus Response Prevention (EXRP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I enjoy working with individuals across the lifespan -- children starting at age 2, tweens, adolescents, college students, young adults and adults. My specialties include anxiety, OCD, parenting, ADHD, tics, binge eating, and weight management. To achieve your goals, I offer evidence-based therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Exposure Plus Response Prevention (EXRP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
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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.