Compassionate Care for Children and Teens

Expert psychiatry and therapy for kids, teens, and young adults - with warmth, clarity, and a family-centered approach.

How We Build Trust with Kids - and With You

Helping Kids Feel Safe — and Parents Too

Trust, Respect, and Letting Kids Have a Voice

About North Star Kids

North Star Kids is the child and adolescent division of North Star Behavioral Health.

We offer specialized psychiatric and therapy services for young people - from preschool through college transition - in a warm, collaborative setting.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, attention challenges, mood struggles, or school concerns, our team is here to help your child move forward with confidence.

Meet the Team

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Our Services

  • Psychiatric Services

    In-depth assessments to clarify your child’s needs

  • Medication Management

    Thoughtful, collaborative use of medication when appropriate

  • Psychotherapy

    Individual, family, and parent consultation

  • School Collaboration

    Communication with school teams when helpful

What to Expect When We Talk About Medication

For many families, deciding whether to start medication is one of the hardest parts. We treat the first few appointments as a consultation - a space to talk, not a commitment to start anything.

Easing Worries About Treatment

Starting psychiatric care can feel intimidating - especially when medication is on the table. In this video, Dr. Rebecca Cho talks about the concerns she often hears from parents and kids, and how she focuses on building trust, answering questions, and creating a safe space from the very beginning.

FAQs

  • We are an out-of-network practice but do provide superbills for reimbursement.

  • Yes! We value family input and always include parents in age-appropriate ways.

  • Yes - our team includes psychiatrists and therapists who collaborate closely.

Getting Started

Our evaluation process begins with two separate one-hour appointments—one with a parent or caregiver, and one with the child or teen. This structure helps us get a full picture of your child’s strengths, challenges, and needs.

• Parent appointments can be done conveniently over Zoom

• Patient appointments take place in person at our Chicago or Northbrook offices

After these meetings, your provider will create a tailored treatment plan and recommend the best path forward - whether that includes therapy, medication, or a combination of supports.

We offer in-person care in Chicago and Northbrook, and telehealth services across Illinois.