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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Saint Charles, IL (2026)

173 child and teen therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Saint Charles: Plum Tree Psychology: Sprout Office, RP Score 69/100; 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

  2. 9

    Most-reviewed: Kid Matters Counseling, 168 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 173 ranked; ranked #9.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

173 Saint Charles child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 125 open Saturdays and 41 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 173 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Saint Charles at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Saint Charles at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Plum Tree Psychology: Sprout Office694.6★ (11)Saint Charles—Overall
2Plum Tree Psychology: Bloom Office694.2★ (10)Saint Charles——
3Roots to Branches Counseling Services685.0★ (6)Aurora, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Brighter Sand Psychological Services (Denise Tompkins & Associates)665.0★ (13)Naperville, 11 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Paula C. Gewarges, DO664.2★ (5)Aurora, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Rahul Sharma, MD663.9★ (7)Aurora, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Parag Merai, MD665.0★ (3)Aurora, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Bloom Counseling & Therapy665.0★ (85)Saint CharlesSat · Sun · Evenings—
9Kid Matters Counseling664.9★ (168)Hinsdale, 21 mi away—Most reviews
10Eden Behavioral Health645.0★ (19)Hinsdale, 21 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 173 best child and teen therapists in Saint Charles, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  4. #4 Brighter Sand Psychological Services (Denise Tompkins & Associates)

    Based in Naperville, 11 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1801 N Mill St C, Naperville, IL 60563
    View profile for Brighter Sand Psychological Services (Denise Tompkins & Associates)(630) 717-5911

  5. #5 Paula C. Gewarges, DO

    Based in Aurora, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6:30 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 6:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 6:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2285 Sequoia Dr 1st floor, Aurora, IL 60506
    View profile for Paula C. Gewarges, DO(630) 906-5120

  6. #6 Rahul Sharma, MD

    Based in Aurora, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6:30 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 6:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 6:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2285 Sequoia Dr 1st floor, Aurora, IL 60506
    View profile for Rahul Sharma, MD(630) 906-5120

  7. #7 Parag Merai, MD

    Based in Aurora, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6:30 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 6:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 6:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2285 Sequoia Dr 1st floor, Aurora, IL 60506
    View profile for Parag Merai, MD(630) 906-5120

  8. #8 Bloom Counseling & Therapy

    Based in Saint Charles

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 85 Google reviews, based in Saint Charles.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 85 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–7 PM
    Address
    2325 Dean St Ste 300, St. Charles, IL 60175
    View profile for Bloom Counseling & Therapy(630) 895-8464

  9. #9 Kid Matters Counseling

    Based in Hinsdale, 21 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.9★ from 168 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 168 Google reviews
    Address
    201 E Ogden Ave Ste 106, Hinsdale, IL 60521
    View profile for Kid Matters Counseling(855) 586-1802

  10. #10 Eden Behavioral Health

    Based in Hinsdale, 21 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
    Address
    119 E Ogden Ave Ste 230C, Hinsdale, IL 60521
    View profile for Eden Behavioral Health(708) 367-6783

  14. #14 Cedar Tree Counseling

    Based in Geneva, 2 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 87 Google reviews, 2 mi from Saint Charles.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 87 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–9 PM · Tue–Fri 7 AM–9 PM · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2172 Blackberry Dr #202, Geneva, IL 60134
    View profile for Cedar Tree Counseling(630) 797-9872

  15. #15 AMANI Clinical Services

    Based in Hinsdale, 21 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    15 Spinning Wheel Rd #116, Hinsdale, IL 60521
    View profile for AMANI Clinical Services(630) 708-0362

  16. #16 The Compass 4 Life

    Based in Naperville, 13 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–8 PM · Tue 8 AM–3 PM · Wed–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    445 Jackson Ave #206, Naperville, IL 60540
    View profile for The Compass 4 Life(630) 448-2843

  17. #17 Ascension Medical Group Illinois - Developmental Pediatrics Hoffman Estates

    Based in Hoffman Estates, 13 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1555 Barrington Rd 1st. Fl, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
    View profile for Ascension Medical Group Illinois - Developmental Pediatrics Hoffman Estates(224) 299-4222

  18. #18 NeuroMind

    Based in Schaumburg, 17 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1365 N Wiley Rd #147, Schaumburg, IL 60173
    View profile for NeuroMind(224) 801-4514

  19. #19 Hopeology PLLC

    Based in Saint Charles

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, based in Saint Charles.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    473 Dunham Rd #100, St. Charles, IL 60174
    View profile for Hopeology PLLC(630) 283-2880

  22. #22 Riverview Counseling Services

    Based in South Elgin, 5 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4 PM
    Address
    474 Briargate Dr, South Elgin, IL 60177
    View profile for Riverview Counseling Services(630) 587-3777

  24. #24 Veris Hawkins-Smith, Counselor

    Based in Geneva, 2 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, 2 mi from Saint Charles.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    28 N 1st St Ste 201, Geneva, IL 60134
    View profile for Veris Hawkins-Smith, Counselor(630) 884-8648

Child and teen therapists ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 173 ranked child and teen therapists here; the rest are on their profiles.

child and teen therapists in Saint Charles, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Jeff Lange, Counselor585.0★ (6)2 mi
27Pica & Associates Psychological Services and Holistic Medicine584.7★ (3)2 mi
28Carlos J. Acosta, LCSW581.8★ (5)22 mi
29Intermission Therapies585.0★ (6)2 mi
30Tailwinds Psychology584.9★ (66)12 mi
31Pathways Psychology Services574.3★ (12)8 mi
32Northwest Behavioral Health Services, PC573.9★ (7)19 mi
33Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Aurora574.8★ (56)12 mi
34Riverview Counseling Services575.0★ (4)8 mi
35Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Hoffman Estates564.7★ (82)13 mi
36Fox Valley Institute for Growth and Wellness564.3★ (74)11 mi
37Ellie Mental Health565.0★ (29)9 mi
38Blue Kite Wellness564.5★ (31)12 mi
39Grow Wellness Group564.3★ (69)13 mi
40Dr. Lance Reinke Psy.D.553.0★ (4)In Saint Charles
41Light On Anxiety Treatment Center554.7★ (17)13 mi
42Jessica K. Edison, MD553.0★ (6)21 mi
43Health and Healing Therapy, PLLC544.2★ (10)8 mi
44Gracent Pediatric Therapy - ABA Therapy for Autism Wheaton544.9★ (40)12 mi
45Modern Me Psychology, PC544.6★ (9)13 mi
46Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Woodridge544.8★ (72)18 mi
47Naperville Counseling Center544.3★ (10)13 mi
48Nelmar Health Centers544.6★ (77)17 mi
49Tonja Jameson, Counselor534.4★ (10)14 mi
50Autism Care Therapy - ABA Therapy534.6★ (20)15 mi

Also serving Saint Charles

20 more child and teen therapists within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked child and teen therapists serving Saint Charles
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
BY YOUR SIDE Autism Therapy Services4.9★ (10)In Saint Charles
Cafal Clinic for Psychiatry & Consultation Services, S.C.4.2★ (16)In Saint Charles
Calming Corner Therapy4.3★ (12)In Saint Charles
Centennial Counseling Center3.2★ (21)In Saint Charles
Creekwood Associates3.0★ (12)In Saint Charles
Dr. Angel Heredia, MD4.1★ (13)In Saint Charles
Dr. H.P. Langner Psychiatry3.7★ (35)In Saint Charles
Fox Clinical Services4.3★ (32)In Saint Charles
Geode Health4.6★ (50)In Saint Charles
In Step Behavioral Health3.0★ (55)In Saint Charles
LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Saint Charles4.5★ (23)In Saint Charles
Obsidian Behavioral Health PLLC4.4★ (13)In Saint Charles
Our Medical Center LLC4.8★ (129)In Saint Charles
Pica & Associates Psychological Services and Holistic Medicine4.5★ (34)In Saint Charles
Relief Mental Health4.9★ (59)In Saint Charles
Sinha Clinic4.6★ (27)In Saint Charles
Soothing Connections Counseling PLLC5.0★ (11)In Saint Charles
ST. CHARLES COUNSELING4.8★ (21)In Saint Charles
Thompson Therapeutics and Mediation, PLLC4.7★ (14)In Saint Charles
Tiller Counseling5.0★ (15)In Saint Charles

How we ranked Saint Charles child and teen therapists

We scored 173 Saint Charles child and teen therapists on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Saint Charles data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a child and teen therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure child and adolescent therapy is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask how much of the work is with the child alone and how much includes parents or caregivers.
  4. For ADHD, learning or autism assessments, ask who does the testing and whether a written report is included.
  5. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  6. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  7. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a child and teen therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is child and adolescent therapy?
  • How do you involve parents, and what do you keep confidential?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Child and teen therapists in Saint Charles: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Saint Charles?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Saint Charles, IL is Plum Tree Psychology: Sprout Office with an RP Score of 69/100. It has 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews. Plum Tree Psychology: Bloom Office (#2) and Roots to Branches Counseling Services (#3) follow. We ranked 173 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Saint Charles?

RankedPsychologists ranks 173 child and teen therapists serving Saint Charles, IL. 9 of them are based in Saint Charles; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which child and teen therapists in Saint Charles work on weekends?

125 of 173 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 41 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Roots to Branches Counseling Services (#3), Brighter Sand Psychological Services (Denise Tompkins & Associates) (#4) and Paula C. Gewarges, DO (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Saint Charles child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 173 rated child and teen therapists in Saint Charles is 4.7★, with a median of 10 reviews. Kid Matters Counseling has the most, 168 reviews, and ranks #9. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank child and teen therapists?

Each child and teen therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do child and teen therapists outside Saint Charles count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Saint Charles city center, our service radius for child and teen therapists. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can child and teen therapists pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are child and teen therapists in Saint Charles ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on child and adolescent therapy and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Can a teenager start therapy without a parent?

It depends on where you live. The age at which a young person can agree to outpatient mental health care on their own differs between states and provinces. Ask the practice how it handles consent and what it shares with parents.

Can I see a child and teen therapist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Saint Charles

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 173 child and teen therapists serving Saint Charles.

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