Help Your Child Thrive Through Life’s Challenges

Therapy for Children in Chicagoland Struggling with Anxiety, Big Emotions, and Life Transitions – Located in Northbrook

Is Your Child Struggling With:

  • Frequent tantrums or outbursts?
  • Anxiety at school, bedtime, or social events?
  • Trouble adjusting to divorce, moving, or change?
  • Challenges making or keeping friends?
  • Big reactions to small frustrations?
  • Feeling withdrawn, overwhelmed, or isolated?

You and your child don’t have to be alone.

Licensed Professionals

Specialization with Children & Families

Caring Environment

All ages of

Children Helped

15+

Years Experience

Decades of

Family Satisfaction

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Understand What’s Really Going On

Kids rarely say “I’m anxious” or “I’m sad” they show it. With tantrums, school refusal, withdrawal, or acting out. At Coping Partners, we help you uncover what’s behind these behaviors and give you and your child tools to cope and thrive.

We Help Children Facing:

  • Generalized & Social Anxiety
  • Generalized & Social Anxiety
  • Autism-Related Social Challenges
  • Tantrums and Emotional Outbursts
  • School Refusal or Avoidance
  • Peer Conflicts, Bullying, & Social Struggles
  • Emotional Regulation & Impulsivity
  • Grief & Loss
  • Separation, Divorce, & Life Transitions
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Therapy Tailored for Your Child and Your Family

Our licensed therapists meet your child where they are: emotionally, socially, and developmentally.
We offer a range of evidence-based therapies:

We Help Children Facing:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Helps manage anxiety and change negative thought patterns.

  • Anxiety management
  • Thought pattern recognition
  • Behavioral strategies

Parent Coaching

Reduces conflict, builds communication, and empowers caregivers.

  • Communication skills
  • Behavioral strategies
  • Empowerment tools

SPACE Therapy

Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions – helps parents reduce anxiety in their child without pressure.

  • Parent-based approach
  • Reduces accommodation
  • Evidence-based method

Social Skills Training

Helps kids build friendships, manage conflict, and grow empathy.

  • Friendship building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Empathy development

Play Therapy

A creative, safe outlet for emotional expression.

  • Creative expression
  • Age-appropriate techniques
  • Safe therapeutic environment

Family Therapy

Improves trust, communication, and connection at home.

  • Family dynamics
  • Communication patterns
  • Trust building
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What to Expect

Our simple, supportive process ensures you and your child feel comfortable every step of the way.

Step 1

Phone Consultation

We listen to your concerns and match you with the right therapist.
*Call us at (847) 579-9317

Step 2

First Appointment

We meet with you and your child, build rapport, and gather insights.

Step 3

Personalized Care Plan

We tailor therapy to your child’s emotional and developmental needs.

Step 4

Ongoing Support

We track progress, adjust as needed, and offer support between sessions.

Why Parents Trust Coping Partners

Licensed therapists who specialize in kids and teens

Collaboration with teachers, doctors, and providers

Parent involvement is built into our process

Compassionate, strength-based support from first call to graduation

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Flexible scheduling open every day of the week

Real Words from a Grateful Parent
“Coping Partners helped our daughter manage anxiety and make friends for the first time.”

– Parent of a 10-year-old

Don’t Wait to Get Help

Watching your child struggle is painful but relief starts with a single call.
Let’s help your child become calmer, more connected, and confident.

Call Us

(847) 579-9317

Speak with our caring team

Email Us

support@copingpartnersgroup.com

We respond within 24 hours

450 Skokie Blvd, Suite #503, Northbrook, IL 60062

Open 7 Days a Week

Meet the Experts Who Care

We’re a team of specialists who genuinely love helping kids and families thrive.

Dr. Leigh Neiman Weisz, PsyD

Clinical Psychologist & Founder

Dana Turner, LCSW

Child & Adolescent Therapist

Elisa Rotman, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Hannah Sheriff, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Michelle Bagan Winterstein, LCSW

Child & Family Therapist

Ben Kessler, LCSW

Clinical Supervisor

Carole Dolgin, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Beth Jeffrey, LSW

Masters in Social Work

Kathy Solk, LCPC

Child & Adolescent Therapist

Leigh Stein, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Alana Korzonas, LSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Jazzy & Poppy

In‑House Furry Canine Cuddly Therapy Assistants

Frequently Asked Questions

We understand you may have questions. Here are answers to the most common ones
we hear from parents.
How do I know if my child needs therapy?
If emotions or behavior are affecting daily life, school, or relationships, it’s time to seek help.
Will I be involved in therapy?

Yes. We equip parents with tools, updates, and regular check-ins.

What ages do you work with?

We support kids ages 4 through adulthood.

How long will therapy take?

Every case is different, and the length of therapy can vary. We’ll discuss your child’s progress and needs throughout the process.

Do you work with schools and doctors?
With your consent, we work closely with educators and pediatricians.
How do I tell my child about therapy?
Say: “You’re going to meet someone who helps kids with big feelings and tricky situations.”