# Damen Wellen  
LCSW  
I’m originally from a northern suburb of Chicago. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Adelphi University in New York and received my Bachelor’s from Syracuse University. I work with children, adolescents, teenagers, parents and families.

## Specialities  
- ADHD / Inattention  
- Adjustment  
- Anxiety  
- Coparenting Conflict  
- Defiance / Aggression  
- Depression  
- Divorce / Transition  
- Parent-Child Conflict  
- School Issues  
- Separation Anxiety  
- Sibling Conflict  
- Social Skills Training

## Approach  
As part of Manatee’s care team,  
Damen Wellen is supported by supervision and care coordination. Manatee’s standard of care includes a structured plan, active parent involvement, and regular check-ins throughout care.  
- Behavior Modification  
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)  
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)  
- Family Systems  
- Solution Focused  
- Strength-Based Therapy

## Works with  
- Preschool (0-4 years old)  
- Elementary school age (5-9 years old)  
- Tweens (10-12 years old)  
- Early teens (13-16 years old)  
- Late teens (17+ years old)  
- Parents & caregivers

## Available in  
IL

## Credentials  
Master’s in Social Work from Adelphi University

## Language(s)  
English

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> "Therapy has been great so far and we've already seen big changes. We initially started care because our daughter is 11 yo and still wanted to sleep in Mom and Dad's room. Now she has slept in her own room and, she was able to go to a sleep away camp for 3 days! With no issues too. It's been wonderful working with Damen, and it's been easy to move our schedule if needed."  
— Manatee parent