Children & Young Adult Therapy in Illinois
Child, Adolescent & Young Adult Counseling in West Dundee & Chicago, IL
Looking for child therapy or adolescent therapy in Illinois that feels supportive, thoughtful, and developmentally appropriate? You’re not alone- and neither is your child.
Sessions are available in person and virtually, making it easier to access care that works for your family’s schedule.
At Sohail Counseling, we offer child counseling services, therapy for kids, adolescent therapy, and young adult counseling services for families across West Dundee, IL, Chicago, IL, and throughout Illinois & Michigan. Our therapists support children, teens, and young adults navigating emotional, behavioral, academic, and life-transition challenges in a space that feels safe, respectful, and collaborative.
Who Children & Young Adult Therapy Is For
This service may be a good fit for:
Children struggling with big emotions, anxiety, or behavioral challenges
Adolescents navigating stress, identity development, school pressure, or relationships
Young adults adjusting to independence, college, work, or major life transitions
Kids and teens who feel overwhelmed, withdrawn, or misunderstood
Families looking for a therapist for kids who offers practical tools and emotional support
You don’t have to wait until things feel urgent. Many families seek therapy to better understand what their child or young adult is experiencing and to build skills early.
Common Reasons Families Seek Therapy for Children & Young Adults
Children, adolescents, and young adults often benefit from therapy when they’re experiencing:
Anxiety, worry, or emotional overwhelm
Difficulty with emotional regulation or behavior
School-related stress, academic pressure, or social challenges
Family transitions such as divorce, relocation, or changes at home
Identity exploration, self-esteem concerns, or feelings of disconnection
Stress related to growing independence, expectations, or uncertainty about the future
Therapy offers a supportive place to process experiences, build coping skills, and strengthen self-understanding at each developmental stage.
What Child & Young Adult Therapy Looks Like at Sohail Counseling
Therapy here is about support- not discipline or blame.
Our child therapy, adolescent therapy, and young adult counseling services are tailored to developmental needs and focused on building trust, emotional safety, and practical skills. Sessions are collaborative and paced thoughtfully, with age-appropriate tools that help clients express themselves and feel understood.
You can expect:
A warm, non-judgmental environment
Developmentally appropriate, engaging sessions
Support that respects each child or young adult’s pace
Practical strategies for emotional regulation, communication, and coping
Collaboration with caregivers when appropriate
We work to ensure therapy feels approachable, supportive, and empowering- not intimidating or overwhelming.
Our Therapeutic Approach
Our therapists use evidence-informed, flexible approaches tailored to children, adolescents, and young adults, including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness-based strategies
Trauma-informed and relational therapy
Developmentally responsive interventions
These approaches help young clients build emotional awareness, resilience, self-confidence, and healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
Child, Adolescent & Young Adult Therapy in West Dundee, Chicago & Across Illinois
We proudly offer therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults in West Dundee, IL, Chicago, IL, and throughout Illinois.
Our flexible scheduling options support families, students, and young adults balancing school, work, and home responsibilities.
In Network Coverage
We’re in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and UnitedHealthcare in Illinois & Michigan.
We’ll confirm your benefits before your first therapy session and walk you through every step- steady support, no surprises.
Private Pay Rates
Our session rates are $150 for individual therapy and $175 for couples therapy.
We value transparency and accessibility. Sliding-scale options may be available, and you’ll receive a Good Faith Estimate to plan with clarity and ease.
Out of Network Support
If you have out-of-network benefits, we’ll provide a superbill and help you navigate reimbursement.
Our goal is to make therapy accessible and supportive from start to finish.
Our Promise to You:
You deserve therapy that feels real, steady, and human.
Here’s what that means at Sohail Counseling & Care:
• Warmth before everything: You don’t have to have the perfect words to begin. We’ll meet you with care, curiosity, and respect for your story.
• Pace that honors you: Healing takes time. We move at the rhythm that feels right, building safety and trust first.
• Grounded, compassionate growth: Therapy here isn’t about fixing you; it’s about helping you come home to yourself-with tools that support your everyday life.
Our therapists are committed to trauma-informed, culturally responsive care that helps you feel safe, seen, and supported.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Children & Young Adult Therapy
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If your child is experiencing emotional distress, behavioral changes, anxiety, or difficulty coping with daily life, therapy can be helpful. You don’t need a diagnosis to get started.
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Depending on age and needs, caregivers may be involved in sessions or check-ins. We’ll collaborate with you to determine what level of involvement best supports your child or young adult.
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Yes. We offer virtual therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults across Illinois and Michigan, as well as in-person sessions in West Dundee.
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The length of therapy varies based on goals and needs. Some families seek short-term support, while others benefit from longer-term care.
Let’s Take the Next Step - Together
If you’re looking for child therapy, adolescent therapy, or young adult counseling services in West Dundee, Chicago, or anywhere in Illinois & Michigan, we invite you to take the next step.
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to connect with a therapist for children and young adults and see if this feels like the right fit.