Jessica A. Sweet Therapy

Jessica A. Sweet Therapy We see children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups.

The practice works with children, adolescents, young adults, couples, families, and individuals with the struggles they may be facing.

Our Structured Art Therapy Processing Groups offer a supportive, therapist-guided space to explore emotions, build copin...
01/21/2026

Our Structured Art Therapy Processing Groups offer a supportive, therapist-guided space to explore emotions, build coping skills, and strengthen connection, through creative process, not performance.

No art experience needed. Just a willingness to show up.đź’™

The turn of the year can bring a quiet pressure to reflect, reset, and move on.🌟But you don’t have to bring every worry,...
01/09/2026

The turn of the year can bring a quiet pressure to reflect, reset, and move on.🌟

But you don’t have to bring every worry, expectation, or unfinished thought with you. Some things can be set down. Some things can be revisited later. And some things don’t need to be carried forward at all.

There’s no rush to have clarity right now. Gentleness counts as progress.

January often arrives with pressure to reset, improve, and start fresh. But reflection doesn’t have to be rushed or goal...
01/07/2026

January often arrives with pressure to reset, improve, and start fresh. But reflection doesn’t have to be rushed or goal-driven to be meaningful.

These prompts are an invitation to slow down and check in with yourself, to notice what you’re carrying, what’s supporting you, and what your body may be asking for as you move into the new year.💚

The shift back after the holidays can feel harder than expected, for kids and parents alike.After days filled with excit...
01/05/2026

The shift back after the holidays can feel harder than expected, for kids and parents alike.

After days filled with excitement, changes in routine, and extra stimulation, it’s common for children to need time to readjust. Starting small, offering predictability, and talking through what’s coming next can help ease the transition.

Some resistance is normal. It doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong, it means your child is adjusting.

Consistency works best when it’s paired with compassion.🤗

Moments of joy don’t cancel out moments of overwhelm and both can exist in the same season.❄️Connection, play, and share...
01/03/2026

Moments of joy don’t cancel out moments of overwhelm and both can exist in the same season.❄️

Connection, play, and shared laughter are powerful for regulation, for kids and for adults. These moments don’t have to be big or perfectly planned to matter. Sometimes they’re just small pauses that help the nervous system exhale.

As adults, we often think of the new year as a fresh start. But children don’t experience change that way.They carry the...
01/01/2026

As adults, we often think of the new year as a fresh start. But children don’t experience change that way.

They carry their nervous systems, routines, and emotions with them into January. What helps most isn’t pressure to “reset,” but steady support and predictable care.

Safety and connection create the foundation for growth. When kids feel grounded, progress follows.

There’s no rush. You’re doing enough. 🤍

For many families, the holidays are full, not just of joy, but of noise, transitions, emotions, and expectations.🎄✨If yo...
12/30/2025

For many families, the holidays are full, not just of joy, but of noise, transitions, emotions, and expectations.🎄✨

If you’re feeling tired, stretched thin, or relieved that it’s over, that’s a normal nervous system response, not a personal failure. Rest doesn’t always come in the moment. Sometimes it comes afterward.

Be kind to yourself as you move forward. Your body is still catching up.

When the holidays end, many families expect everything to return to normal right away. But nervous systems don’t work on...
12/27/2025

When the holidays end, many families expect everything to return to normal right away. But nervous systems don’t work on a calendar.

After days filled with excitement, change, and stimulation, it’s common for both children and adults to feel more reactive, tired, or emotionally sensitive. This doesn’t mean something is wrong, it means bodies are catching up.

Irritability, clinginess, and meltdowns are often signs that rest and predictability are needed, not more pressure.

Slowing down after the holidays isn’t a step backward. It’s part of regulation.

Give yourselves time. 🤍

Holiday gatherings can be exciting and overwhelming, especially for kids.Preparing them ahead of time, building in break...
12/24/2025

Holiday gatherings can be exciting and overwhelming, especially for kids.

Preparing them ahead of time, building in breaks, and knowing you have an exit plan can make a big difference in how their nervous system handles the day. These small supports help children feel safer, more regulated, and more able to participate in their own way.

Remember: leaving early, stepping outside, or taking a pause isn’t a failure, it’s responsive parenting.

Connection matters more than staying longer. 🤍🎄

Big emotions don’t mean your child needs to be sent away, they mean something feels like too much.When kids are overwhel...
12/22/2025

Big emotions don’t mean your child needs to be sent away, they mean something feels like too much.

When kids are overwhelmed, their nervous system isn’t ready for logic or consequences. What helps first is connection. A calm adult, steady presence, and words that name what’s happening can help their body settle.

Co-regulation teaches children how to regulate themselves over time. It’s not about being permissive or ignoring boundaries, it’s about helping them feel safe enough to calm down.

You don’t need to do this perfectly. Showing up is enough. Try this tonight.💙

The holidays can be full of meaning and they can also be a lot.For children, this season often comes with changes in rou...
12/20/2025

The holidays can be full of meaning and they can also be a lot.

For children, this season often comes with changes in routine, louder environments, unfamiliar faces, and higher expectations. When all of that stacks up, their nervous system can become overwhelmed.

Those big reactions you may be seeing aren’t a sign of “bad behavior” or something you’re doing wrong. They’re a child’s way of communicating that something feels like too much.

During this time of year, one of the most supportive things you can offer your child is your own calm presence. Slowing down, softening expectations, and choosing connection over perfection can make a real difference.

You don’t have to make the holidays flawless. You just need to make them feel safe.💚

Disconnection doesn’t happen overnight and neither does healing.Family therapy creates space for clarity, communication,...
12/04/2025

Disconnection doesn’t happen overnight and neither does healing.
Family therapy creates space for clarity, communication, and real changeđź’™

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2060 E Algonquin Road, Ste 702
Schaumburg, IL
60173

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Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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