Child & Teen Therapy in Bolingbrook, IL
Helping kids and teens feel seen, supported, and understood.
Compassionate therapy for children (4–12) and teens (13–18) in Bolingbrook and online across Illinois.
At SAVI Therapy Group in Bolingbrook, we help kids and teens explore who they are, express their feelings, and build the tools to grow into emotionally healthy individuals.
Emotional Regulation
Less anxious. Less meltdowns. More acknowledgement.
Connection & Understanding
We help kids feel safe, heard, and better able to connect with others.
Resilience & Growth
Guiding the development of confidence, social skills, and healthy coping.
“Why do I feel like this?”
Children and teens often don’t have the words for what they’re going through—but they’re asking important questions all the same.
Maybe your child is acting out or withdrawing, and you’re wondering how to support them. Younger kids might be thinking, “Why do I feel sad?” but don’t yet have the tools to express it. Teens might be feeling stuck between frustration—“Why can’t they just get it?”—and identity confusion—“Who am I, and who do I want to be?”
At SAVI Therapy Group in Bolingbrook, we create a safe, pressure-free space where kids and teens can explore those questions, process their emotions, and find a stronger sense of self.
Child & Teen Therapy in Bolingbrook, IL
Child & Teen Therapy for the Emotional Weight of Growing Up
Mental health challenges don’t always look the same in children and teens. Instead of sharing their feelings, they often show them through behavior or physical symptoms.
You might notice:
- Chest pain, stomach aches, or headaches
- Sleep problems or nightmares
- Outbursts, shutting down, or mood swings
- Social withdrawal or fear of being judged
- Anxiety, sadness, frustration, or embarrassment
- Trouble focusing, sitting still, or following directions
We’re here to help your child feel better, not just behave better.
Therapy for Children in Bolingbrook, IL
WHAT CHILD & TEEN THERAPY OFFERS
Therapy for kids and teens isn’t about forcing change. It’s about creating space for understanding, expression, and healing.
At SAVI Therapy Group in Bolingbrook, we center trust, play, and connection. We support your child through:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Anger management
- Behavioral difficulties
- ADHD
- Self-esteem struggles
Our team of child and teen therapists in Bolingbrook helps your child gain insight, practice new skills, and feel more in control of their emotions and experiences.
Teen & Child Therapy Methods in Bolingbrook, IL
EVIDENCE-BASED TOOLS BUILT FOR YOUNG MINDS
At SAVI Therapy Group in Bolingbrook, we meet your child with warmth and curiosity. Therapy is always developmentally appropriate and designed around each child’s needs.
Tools we use include:
Non-Directive Play Therapy
The child chooses what to play with, and we use that play to explore emotions. This approach promotes self-expression and emotional processing in a way that feels safe and natural.
Directive Play Therapy
Our child therapists in Bolingbrook guide the play to teach skills like mindfulness or emotional regulation. In our sessions, this helps children practice specific coping tools in a fun, engaging way.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps children and teens identify unhelpful thoughts and develop new ways of thinking. CBT sessions in Bolingbrook empower young clients to shift their mindset and gain confidence in their daily lives.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT offers strategies for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and effective communication. Our DBT-informed approach supports teens in Bolingbrook who may feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or relationship stress.
Therapy that supports the whole family.
Book a free 15-minute consultation and meet a Bolingbrook therapist who can support your child—and your parenting journey—with empathy and expertise.
Meet Our Team
MATCH WITH A CHILD OR TEEN THERAPIST IN BOLINGBROOK, IL
Why Us
SAVI Therapy Group
Many things can be true at once—let’s get curious about the beliefs, challenges and dreams that shape your story.
Imagine sitting across from someone who truly sees you—not just your struggles, but your strength, fire, and hunger for change. Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and felt stuck in endless check-ins, never quite reaching what brought you there in the first place. At SAVI Therapy Group, we do things differently.
We believe in therapy that moves you forward—warm yet direct, challenging yet supportive. We don’t just listen; we help you take action. Whether you’re navigating trauma, relationships, or personal growth, we guide you with expertise, honesty, and deep respect for your story.
We honor and affirm the lived experiences of BIPOC and LGBTQIA2+ communities. Too often, therapy spaces weren’t built with you in mind. Here, you don’t have to explain your existence before you begin healing. Our diverse team—including women of color, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, and veterans—offers therapy that is engaging, effective, and transformative.
We built this practice for people like you—ready to dig in, understand how the past shapes the present, and create a fulfilling future.
Courage isn’t the absence of fear—it’s moving forward despite it. Let’s take that step together.
At SAVI Therapy Group, our work is guided by three core values:
Results-Based
Inclusive
Compassionate
Our Approach
HOW CHILD & TEEN THERAPY WORKS
Begin Your Journey
We start with a parent consultation to understand your child’s needs, followed by an intake session with your child to build comfort and trust. We create a warm, welcoming space for your child or teen to begin opening up, at their own pace.
Build Your Blueprint
We offer monthly check-ins with parents to stay aligned and support progress at home. Together with your child, we set flexible, age-appropriate goals that reflect their growth, needs, and unique voice, laying a strong foundation for meaningful change.
Transform Together
We use play, conversation, and skill-building to explore emotions and strengthen coping. Over time, your child learns to understand themselves better, respond to challenges more confidently, and feel safe being who they are—at home, at school, and in the world.
Therapy for Kids in Bolingbrook, IL
You Ask, We Answer.
Child & Teen Therapy FAQs
What is the difference between play and play therapy?
In play therapy at our Bolingbrook office, toys and games are used as tools to help children express emotions in a way that feels familiar and safe. These sessions also help kids build important skills like emotional regulation, distress tolerance, communication, and coping.
What is confidentiality like for children?
At SAVI Therapy Group in Bolingbrook, therapists provide parents of children under 12 with progress updates, including themes and observations from sessions. For children 12 and older, confidentiality works like it does for adults—therapists only share information with the child’s permission unless there’s a safety concern.
What is the difference between non-directive and directive play therapy?
In non-directive play therapy, your child chooses the toys or activities, and we explore emotions through their natural play. In directive play therapy at our Bolingbrook practice, we introduce structured games or tools that help practice skills like mindfulness or distress tolerance.
Is it helpful if I remind my child what they should talk about before therapy?
While well-intended, prompting your child before sessions can actually add pressure. At SAVI Therapy Group in Bolingbrook, we encourage children to bring whatever feels most important to them. This helps them feel more in control and open to the process.
How can I give updates on my child?
You’re welcome to send updates by email or request a phone check-in with your child’s therapist. This helps us stay informed without taking time away from your child’s therapy session in Bolingbrook.
Child Counseling in Bolingbrook, IL
THE POSITIVE IMPACT OF CHILD & TEEN THERAPY
At SAVI Therapy Group in Bolingbrook, therapy helps kids and teens feel better, understand themselves, and grow in confidence and connection.
Over time, you may notice:
- Better emotional regulation
- Stronger communication skills
- More confidence and social ease
- Reduced anxiety and behavioral challenges
- Greater flexibility in stressful moments
Behind every young child who believes in themselves is a parent who believed first.
SAVI Therapy Group
HOW TO GET STARTED
331-452-6419
440 Quadrangle Dr, Ste C, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Child & Teen Therapy in Bolingbrook, IL | Online therapy in Illinois
SAVI Therapy Group
Where young voices are heard—and healing begins.