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Plum Tree Psychology

Child & Adolescent Psychological Testing, Therapy, and Evaluation. Plum Tree provides therapy for kids and support for parents.

Plum Tree cares for kids and teens with anxiety, depression, inattention, impulsivity, grief, and low self-esteem.

06/19/2026

Take Flight is a comprehensive intervention for students 7 years or older with Dyslexia. Take Flight is a two year curriculum based on The Orton-Gillingham Approach and written by the education staff of The Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia and Learning Disorders At Scottish Rite for Children.

The most amazing component of Take Flight is that it utilizes the Orton-Gillingham based curriculum approach to learning. Orton-Gillingham employs research based practices and is a multisensory method of learning. Reading instruction engages all of a student’s senses (seeing, feeling, hearing, and moving) to help learning and improve retention.

Take Flight curriculum was designed to be implemented by a Certified Academic Language Therapist with children 7 years or older. The goal of Take Flight is to enable students with dyslexia to achieve and maintain better word recognition, reading fluency, and reading comprehension. Take Flight will help in the transition from a therapy setting to real world learning.

If you think Take Flight may be a good fit for your child, click the link below or in our IG Bio to learn more. . .
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🔗 https://www.theplumtree.net/take-flight/ . .
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06/13/2026

🤝Meet Dr. Sharon Murphy🤝
Dr. Sharon Murphy is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has over 30 years experience working with children and adolescents. As a pediatric neuropsychologist, she has special expertise in understanding the changes in brain function and psychological development that occur as children mature from infants to young adults. She conducts specialized evaluations to reveal the distinctive strengths and challenges of children who have problems in areas such as attention/concentration, memory, organization, and learning and those experiencing emotional difficulties such as depression and anxiety.

Dr. Murphy’s gentle, insightful, and encouraging manner is comforting to pre-teens and teens who attend therapy with her. While providing therapy, Dr. Murphy continually looks for issues that may play a hand in a child’s problems.

Dr. Murphy has expertise in working with children who have medical or developmental issues that may contribute to school problems or emotional difficulties. She also has a special interest in the neuropsychological influences on the development of healthy children and the challenges that they face, such as stress management, sleep habits, and the treatment of conditions like obesity. She has dedicated her entire career to understanding children’s unique abilities and designing intervention plans to build on their strengths and support their healthy development.

She earned a Ph.D. in clinical psychology with a specialization in neuropsychology from the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (formerly The Chicago Medical School) and completed a fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology at the University of Chicago. In addition to her expertise in medical and developmental neuropsychology, she also completed an advanced postdoctoral program in psychopharmacology and trained in current methods of contextual behavior therapy.
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🔗 https://www.theplumtree.net/sharon-murphy/
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06/05/2026

Looking to learn more about how reading develops empathy? Read the full blog post at the link below or in our IG Bio. 📚Reading is an excellent tool to help children develop the important skill of empathy. 😎Summer is a great time to start a reading routine, especially at the library's summer reading programs. . .
🔗 https://www.theplumtree.net/reading-builds-empathy-in-children-and-teens/
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05/31/2026

🤝 Meet Steven Lesniak 🤝 Steven Lesniak is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is also Nationally Certified as well as a full-time high school educator. He earned a Master’s Degree in School Counseling and a Bachelor’s Degree in History Education.

Steven has over 20 years of experience in the education field as a teacher, school counselor, and alternative learning program coordinator. He also has experience working with adolescents and young adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, self-harm, and school avoidance. Steven uses a CBT-based (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) approach with his clients. His approach is relaxed, straight-forward, and assists the client to grow in a supported environment. He believes it is important that clients learn emotional self-management in order to be effective problem-solvers.

In addition, Steven has presented workshops on college and career readiness, executive functioning, emotional management, transitioning to high school, and anxiety and depression. His approach with clients can be best summarized in the old saying, “Prepare the child for the road, not the road for the child.” Steve works with the client, parents, and stakeholders to create a supported environment that encourages growth and positive outcomes. . .
To make a therapy appointment, click the link below.
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🔗 https://www.theplumtree.net/schedule-appointment/ . .

05/28/2026

Looking for some extra support for your child this summer? We are here to help. Click the link below or in our IG Bio to learn more. . .
🔗 https://www.theplumtree.net/what-we-do/ . .

05/26/2026

💪These kids are amazing!💪
✌🏻Coping skills are one of the many things we help kids with.
💚We are honored to support kids with tics. If your child is struggling, we are here to help! Click the link in our IG Bio to learn more! . .
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🔗 https://www.theplumtree.net/cbit/
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05/20/2026

Q: What is a provisional diagnosis? 🤔
A: Read the full blog post at the link below or in our IG Bio for the full information. . .
🔗 https://www.theplumtree.net/what-is-a-provisional-diagnosis/ . .
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05/14/2026

🤝Meet: Danielle Nebel 🤝
Danielle Nebel attended the University of Iowa, where she received her B.A. in Psychology. Danielle earned her Master’s Degree in Community Counseling from Argosy University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor through the Illinois Board of Professional Regulation. She is also a Nationally Certified Counselor through the National Board for Certified Counselors.

Danielle has over ten years experience working with children and adolescents from ages 3-21 in various settings including residential treatment, inpatient, and outpatient therapy. She uses a variety of treatment modalities to best meet individual needs. She has encountered a wide array of disorders and has extensive experience with illnesses including: anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and conduct disorder. She completed her graduate internship at a local pediatric psychiatric hospital focused on self-injurious and suicidal adolescents.

Danielle has a knack of connecting with kids and teens. Beyond her training, Danielle’s easy-going and genuine personality prompts teens to give HER name to their friends, when their friends need help. That says a lot. Parents are reassured by her professionalism, dedication, and clear communication skills.

Danielle attended Practice-Based Intensive DBT Training and is a member of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Association. She enjoys participating in her weekly DBT Consultation Team. Danielle works closely with children and families to provide the tools necessary to effectively get through difficult situations. . .
To make an appointment or learn more about our practice, click the link below or in our IG Bio.
🔗 https://www.theplumtree.net/schedule-appointment/
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05/13/2026

😎The summer is quickly approaching. 📚We have so many helpful Literacy Support Services for your budding reader:
👂Sound Detectives:
✍️ Handwriting Heroes:
🔠 Word Wizards
🔤 Super Spellers
🧠 Comprehension Champs . .
Click the link below or in our IG Bio to learn more and register while there are still openings.
🔗 https://www.theplumtree.net/letter-leap/ . .

05/06/2026

Anxiety is common in children and adolescents. While it cannot always be prevented, it can be managed effectively.
With the right tools, support, and guidance, your child can learn to navigate anxiety with confidence. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Reach out for an appointment, we are here to help. To read the full blog post click the link below or in our IG Bio. . .
📖 https://www.theplumtree.net/how-to-help-a-child-with-anxiety/

🗓️ https://www.theplumtree.net/schedule-appointment/

📞 630-549-6245 . .

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527 Illinois Avenue
Saint Charles, IL
60174

Telephone

+16305496245

Website

http://theplumtree.net/

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