How to Know When Your Family Should See a Therapist
For emerging adults (typically 18-29), navigating career changes, academic pressures, relationships, identity exploration, therapy provides the tools to build resilience, gain clarity, and confidently move through challenges. Taking the first step may feel overwhelming, but seeking support is a powerful act of self-care and our team will be with you every step.
Common Areas Where We Provide Expertise
Adjustment to Higher Education
- We help students manage the transition to higher education, providing support with academic challenges, social integration, and personal development.
Burnout
- Our team of therapists help uncover the underlying root of stressors contributing to burnout, whether they stem from work, relationships, or personal expectations.
- Therapy empowers individuals to establish self-compassion, boundaries and healthy habits to managing daily stress.
Neurodivergent Learning (ADHD and other learning differences)
- Our team provides strategies and support for neurodivergent individuals, helping them navigate educational and personal growth with confidence.
Relationships
- We assist emerging adults in building and maintaining meaningful relationships, offering guidance on communication and connection.
- Therapy can help create strategies for rebuilding trust, setting boundaries and improving communication with family, friends and colleagues.
Gender & Sexual Identity
- We offer a safe and affirming space for exploring and understanding gender and sexual identity, empowering individuals to embrace their authentic selves.
Substance Use
- We support emerging adults in addressing substance use challenges, guiding them toward healthier habits and long-term well-being.
- Our team helps teach techniques to manage emotions in a healthy way, reducing impulsivity and improving resilience to difficult situations.
- Therapy also helps to identify high-risk situations and strategies to prevent relapse, supporting long-term recovery.
Navigating Work and Work/Life Balance
- We guide emerging adults as they enter the workforce, helping them find balance between professional goals and personal well-being.
Shifting Family Dynamics
- As young adults navigate changes in family roles and relationships, we offer guidance to foster understanding and strengthen connections during these transitions. We also support parents who have children navigating this life change.
- Therapy provides strategies to navigate high-stress situations, adapt to change and manage conflicts within family relationships.
What You’ll Get from Therapy with The Family Institute
Personalized Support
You’ll receive therapy tailored to your unique needs and challenges, helping you navigate life’s transitions with confidence and clarity.
A Safe, Non-Judgmental Space
Our team offers a welcoming environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences freely, without fear of judgment.
Practical Tools and Strategies
We’ll equip you with effective coping strategies and life skills to manage stress, build resilience, and maintain a healthy balance as you move through life’s challenges.
Empathy and Understanding
Our therapists are committed to providing compassionate care, listening with empathy to understand your perspective and support you through your journey.
Improved Self-Awareness and Confidence
Through therapy, you’ll gain deeper self-awareness, build your confidence, and develop the skills to make empowered choices that align with your values.
Long-Term Growth
We focus on helping you build a strong foundation for long-term personal growth, giving you the tools to face future challenges with resilience and insight.
Get Started with the Emerging Adults Team Today
If you are an emerging adult and are looking for more specialized care, please reach out to us. When contacting our care coordination team, please inform them of your specialized care request.
You may also contact the Client Care Team at 847-733-4300.
Options for Therapy
In-person Therapy
Face to face support in a welcoming and private setting at any one of our four locations.
Teletherapy*
Access expert care from the comfort of your home through secure online sessions. Consider teletherapy if you do not live close to one of our four locations.
Book Online Today! Learn More About How to Get Started
*In order to book a teletherapy appointment, you need to reside in Illinois or be present in the state of Illinois for your sessions.
