Find a Therapist in Bolingbrook, IL

My philosophy is that you are the expert when it comes to your life. I will listen to what your concerns are and what the goals are that you want to achieve. Then, I will choose a model of therapy that best meets your desired outcome.

My therapeutic approach incorporates various techniques and philosophies to meet the unique needs of my clients. I have used client-centered, positive psychology, CBT, play therapy, talk therapy, art therapy, and solution-focused techniques. I am always looking to add new therapeutic techniques to meet my clients’ needs. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing: anxiety, stress, depression, child behavioral issues, parenting challenges, and life changes adjustment issues.

Bailey Reese (she/her) is a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to assisting individuals in their pursuit of overall well-being and feelings of wholeness. Her clinical interests include attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), anxiety, depression, and substance use (SUD). Bailey received her Master's in Social Work from Michigan State University. She has worked with children, families, and adults for the last five years. Bailey believes each individual is capable of identifying and overcoming their own barriers, and she takes a client-centered approach coupled with cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques to aid individuals in meeting their treatment goals. She believes in the dignity and worth of each individual and is committed to providing appropriate, evidence-based treatment to promote well-being in her clients’ lives.

Emotions are perfectly normal! The difference between feeling depressed or anxious comes from our interpretation of these very emotions. I work with adults, children and adolescents for couples or individual counseling. I appreciate working with young people by assisting them in understanding their emotions and what they mean. There are various therapeutic modalities I utilize, including art therapy, as a way to connect behaviors to feelings and sports metaphors for visualizing change. Using this process, my clients increase self-esteem and self-control. My goal is to uncover the strengths individuals possess even if the present life circumstances may feel overpowering. My approach with my clients is Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. So what exactly does this mean? Simply put, our thoughts affect the emotions we experience every day. These particular thoughts reflect individual beliefs we have about society, relationships, career, love, family and general self-image. This process affects and motivates our behaviors. In our modern world, children grow up in a culture that is alien to most adults. My interventions help to create and facilitate effective communication methods so that this particular cultural divide is lessened between child and parent. I can truly teach you how. You and your child will be better off for it.

Everyone carries their own struggles, and I want you to know you're not alone. I'm here to support you through the difficult times—to sit with you in the darkness and help you discover your way back to the light. I primarily work with adults navigating grief, trauma, and anxiety, offering both individual and group support. Together we will tailor an approach that fits you best, pulling from evidence-based treatment methods such as CBT, narrative therapy, existential therapy, and other psychodynamic approaches. We will work together to help you develop coping skills, build resiliency, and enhance self-awareness to help you reach your goals. If you're facing challenges and need support, I'm here to help. You don’t have to go through it alone. I offer virtual appointments and a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. Feel free to reach out by phone or email to schedule a time to connect.

Being well is important to face life's challenges which often change how we see ourselves, others, and our connection to the world around us. It can feel overwhelming, whether you are making intentional, positive changes in your life, or dealing with unexpected or unwanted events. We all need support with these changes through healing relationships of many forms - friends, family, partners, teachers, spiritual mentors, pets and therapists. I provide mindful and compassionate counseling for those seeking wellness, emotional growth and support through the challenges and changes in life. I have over 20 years of counseling experience in an array of settings, supporting adults and youth suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, ADHD, grief and loss. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and I believe in treating the whole person, with individualized strategies using CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma related therapies. Through a supportive and compassionate approach with gentle challenges, we can develop a healthy path towards your goals, building resilience and empowerment, embracing your joy, and allowing you to live your best life.

While each and every person coming to therapy has their own unique needs and seeks different outcomes from the counseling process, my style of therapy challenges the client to think critically, be mindful, and increase self-awareness in order to affect positive change and realize true power. At Taking Charge, I create a trusting and secure environment for self-discovery and personal growth. I believe each step we take shows us new beginnings. You have taken the first step, and I welcome you as you take another.

I will assist you in developing the skills and strategies to overcome your difficulties and provide the support you deserve to help you gain the insight and skills you need to reach your full potential. Please visit my website if you'd like more information about me.

Are you struggling with anxiety, addiction, trauma, or a chronic health issue? Within a caring, compassionate, and supportive therapeutic environment, I will work with you to resolve your difficulties, encourage personal growth, and improve your physical and mental well-being. Leveraging my expertise as a Health Psychologist, I employ established therapeutic approaches to address the psychological aspects associated with various mental and physical conditions. My treatment philosophy is rooted in the belief that everyone can heal and thrive, even amidst the most formidable circumstances. Whether you're grappling with profound emotional distress, feeling overwhelmed, or navigating a health condition, my commitment is to guide you through the challenges toward a path of growth and resilience. Our initial sessions will focus on establishing a collaborative relationship and pinpointing your treatment objectives. While nurturing our connection, I will integrate evidence-based treatments tailored to your concerns. Specializing in health psychology, I emphasize fostering mental and physical healing through psychological therapy. Together, let's work to manifest a more fulfilling and healthy life.

Conflict with your partner or spouse? Unproductive communication? Recurrent episodes of anxiety or depressed mood? Over consumption of alcohol andor substances in an attempt to self medicate against your out of control emotions? These and many other mental health challenges are both treatable and resolvable. In my 35+years as a therapist to residents of the greater Fox Valley area I have observed that most of my clients choose therapy when they have utilized and exhausted all coping tools and problem solving strategies. As therapist it is my role to facilitate the increase of both coping tools and problem solving skills. As a solution focused therapist I work with my clients to identify and define target problems. Most importantly, we determine outcome goals. I encourage clients to identify and validate the unique strengths each has and apply those traits to increase their problem solving options and coping tools. Growing those tools is of life long benefit to my clients.

Thank you for visiting.  While it may be difficult for you to seek help for yourself or your family, my goal is to work together in a supportive and encouraging way to meet your needs.  Part of the therapeutic process will be to learn about what is challenging you and to emphasize on your strengths. With over 20 years of professional experience, and as a former classroom teacher and school counselor I have developed my practice and included therapists to focus and specialize in working with school-aged children and adolescents to overcome challenges while providing support and psycho-education for the entire family.    Some of my previous professional experience includes extensive university research in psychology, inpatient mental health settings, classroom teacher, school counselor, long-term care, and private practice.  My areas of expertise, include but are not limited to, anxiety, school refusal, depression, attentional issues such as ADHD, anger, behavior problems, divorce, academic challenges, OCDperfectionism, self-esteem, dual diagnoses, coping skills, parent coaching and support, social skills, and screen-time dependence and overuse.

My primary therapeutic orientations are cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy; however, I strongly believe that it is essential to meet you "where you are at" using my developed professional skills to provide you with a therapeutic orientation necessary to move you toward a place of peace, healing, and feeling of stability.