Ilene Scharf

Ilene Scharf is an accomplished Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding an MSW and LCSW, who passionately works with children aged 18 months to 18 years. With over 21 years of private practice experience, she has dedicated her career to addressing various children's mental health challenges, including ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and issues stemming from grief and loss, particularly in the context of divorce and separation. Ilene specializes in providing support for children of separating and divorcing parents, facilitating the Collaborative Divorce process with compassion and insight to ease the journey for families. Her extensive training in expressive arts therapy, play therapy, and family systems enables her to create a tailored therapeutic environment for each child. She employs a range of treatment approaches, such as Art and Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), in a permissive and guided format that fosters trust and encourages self-exploration. Ilene firmly believes in the uniqueness of every child and adapts her techniques accordingly, utilizing both non-directive and directive methods. Through her dedicated practice, she nurtures a supportive space where children feel safe to express themselves and discover who they truly are.