With over 25 years of experience working with children and families, we realize there is a need for resources that help families face everyday life challenges. Children do not come with manuals and raising children with different developmental abilities, temperaments, and personalities without any training can be overwhelming! We believe every parent can raise a child to be confident, independent, and self-sufficient.
“Prema” means unconditional and selfless love in Sanskrit. At the Prema Center, we believe that unconditional love and acceptance are the foundation of healthy children and happy families.
The professionals at Prema Center specialize in a range of clinical conditions, while emphasizing a proactive, preventive approach that fosters resiliency and wellness. The Prema Center offers children and parents an array of resources that enhance confidence and an overall sense of well-being. We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and also take an integrative approach utilizing aspects of Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Dialetical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness and Family Systems. At Prema Center, we pride ourselves in providing individualized attention to every child and family that seeks our services. We are aware that it “takes a village to raise a child” and work collaboratively with parents and other professionals, including pediatricians, psychiatrists, neurologists, school counselors and social workers.
Our Team
Dr. Chinni Chilamkurti is a licensed, pediatric psychologist with over 25 years of experience providing comprehensive behavioral health services for children and families. She specializes in working with children and families presenting with a wide range of challenges. Her specialty areas include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD), Anxiety Disorder, Parenting and Co-Parenting. Her approach is pragmatic and collaborative. She firmly believes that resources aimed at enhancing children’s emotional and behavioral resiliency are critical to help children succeed.
In addition to clinical services, Dr. Chilamkurti is actively involved in the teaching and training of mental health professionals. She also provides consultation services to school districts, non-profits and other professionals. She is a frequent presenter to both professionals and communities.
Dr. Chilamkurti holds an M.A. in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work as well as an M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. She did her residency at Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago.