Tess Kihm Verified Provider

Tess Kihm is a clinical social worker and therapist based in Rockford, Illinois. She offers in-person and online therapy sessions to individuals and families from Revolution Mental Health Alliance. Revolution Mental Health accepts self-pay, and various insurance plans.

Working With Children & Young People

Ms. Kihm specializes in working with kids and teens between the ages of 3-18 years of age as well as providing parental coaching.

When it comes to her work with younger clients aged 10 years and younger, Ms. Kihm primarily uses a play-based approach. For teens, she adjusts her methods accordingly, combining directive and client-centered interventions as needed.

Addressing Children’s Behavioral Needs

Clients have noticed that Ms. Kihm is passionate about supporting parents in navigating their children’s behavioral needs. Whether these stem from depressive or anxious thoughts, or neurodivergent tendencies, she believes every child, parent, and family deserves to feel heard and supported. She brings a warm and playful energy to her sessions, aiming to provide comfort, patience, and presence to her clients.

Ms. Kihm is always considering ways in which she can provide ongoing support to families, and be a dedicated advocate as needed.