Getting your child into a gifted program in Chicagoland schools is no easy feat. In many cases, acceptance to the most sought-after programs requires a certain score on an IQ test that is facilitated by a psychologist. Here at Wellington Counseling Group, we know you probably have questions about what…

Studies indicate that as many as 1 in 6 children in the United States have a mental health disorder. Mental health disorders among children are characterized by significant changes in the way they learn, behave, or handle their emotions. These changes can cause serious distress and make it difficult to…

COVID-19 caused major disruptions to daily life for children. While some may be looking forward to returning to school, many others are feeling anxious or frightened at the prospect. Helping students navigate the complicated emotions they may be feeling about returning to normalcy is uncharted territory for many teachers and…

Approximately 4.4% of adults in the United States have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (or ADHD for short). And studies suggest that many more adults with ADHD are still undiagnosed. In today’s fast-paced society, we’re exposed to an incredible load of stimuli every second of every day. If you struggle with…