Center for Child &
Adolescent Psychotherapy

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Services to Families

Assessment: Every inquiry begins with an evaluation that includes parents and child and information from other sources as needed. The goal is to determine the nature of the problem and develop an individualized treatment plan based on the child's needs.

Psychotherapy is designed to help with immediate crises as well as ongoing emotional or behavioral problems. Therapy sessions may be once or twice a week, in addition to collaborative work with parents.

Psychoanalysis is the most intensive form of psychotherapy. It is uniquely able to heal underlying conflicts that have roots in earlier experience but interfere with present functioning. Sessions are scheduled four or five times weekly and include consultation with parents.

Developmental Guidance: Some problems may be most effectively addressed through direct work with parents, and perhaps the child. Focus is on finding parenting strategies that are responsive to the child's needs.

Groups are organized to share ideas and experiences about particular issues when the interaction among group members adds to the process of exploration. Groups may be offered for children (for example, social skills groups), adolescents (for example, peer relations) and parents (for example, parenting young children).

Referral may be made to other resources if a child requires services outside the scope of the Center. Every effort will be made to find an appropriate referral.

Consultation: The Center's therapists have expertise in emotional development and mental health needs of children, adolescents, and families. They can provide education and consultation to parents, public groups, and mental health professionals.

Fees and Cost of Service: The cost of assessment and therapy is based on a sliding scale, determined by the family's financial resources. The fee will be determined in discussion with the family and established during the assessment. The Center is committed to providing access to mental health services to children, adolescents, and their families regardless of the family's ability to pay.

For Inquiries and Appointments:
Telephone: 312.922.7474 ext. 323
Email: Erika@chicagoanalysis.org, Erika Schmidt, LCSW