Aileen Kelleher (She/Her/Hers)

LCSW

Are you or your child creative and sensitive but struggling with unhappiness or worry? Change is possible.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Chicago, IL

Services
  • Individual
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

I specialize in working with gifted and twice exceptional children, adults and families. Gifted people are often bright, sensitive and intense. They may have trouble managing their emotions, making friends or fitting in to traditional school/work systems.

My Background and Approach

Does your child have intense interests that they focus on for hours and hours? Do they struggle with making mistakes? Do they talk non-stop or not at all and have trouble expressing themselves clearly? Do they often notice the negative in situations while discounting the positive? Do you have trouble finding a therapist that your child connects with? I get it. I have seen the ways that gifted kids, adults and families often deal with intense emotions that are hard to handle. You may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to best support yourself or your child. I can help. I love this work because I get to see kids, adults and families transform and thrive.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I know the struggle of being labeled “gifted” or talented while also dealing with unique emotional, behavioral and/or learning needs. I have been there and I speak that language. I know what it's like to be overwhelmed by big emotions. To take out those feelings of confusion and anger on the people closest to you. I also know there’s a way out. Change is possible. You and your child can experience the fun and excitement of life again. You can go to family events and enjoy spending time together instead of being on guard for possible outbursts. Children, teens, adults and families need a therapeutic space to build the social-emotional skills to succeed. I can help. I enjoy working with children and families of all ethnicities, cultural backgrounds and sexual/gender identities.

At A Glance

  • Experience: 8 years of practice
  • Rate: $175/session

Info

312-620-6329 Email Aileen
1200 W. 35th Street
Office 5E5555
Chicago, IL 60609

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