Find a Therapist in Clarendon Hills, IL

When most people enter my office, I find that the first thing they want to do is tell me their story. How they ended up here. This moment, whether it's with an individual or couple, is what makes me passionate about my work. Most people seek help because they have struggled with problems for a long time, or they are dealing with changes that are challenging and scary. My role as a therapist is help you begin the process of change by thinking about your story in new ways; ways that feel hopeful and positive. Using evidence-based approaches in my work, I focus on understanding the symptoms that are causing your distress, the motivation for change, and work to set clear goals. Whether I'm working with you as an individual or couple, my hope is to help change the thinking, behaviors, and emotions so that you can live a more happy and balanced life.

I help you regain control of your well-being and forge a new path in life. I firmly believe that each of us possesses the capacity to conquer the challenges that confront us. Together, we will understand your thoughts, habits, and behaviors that may be hindering your progress. We can explore various issues, including relationships, self-esteem, past traumas, work or school-related concerns, as well as navigating grief, break-ups, or any other life transitions. We will first address your current most pressing challenges and then equip you with new skills for much more effective life management. As a mindful solution-focused therapist, I am here to empower you with the motivation and tools needed to take charge of your life. Together, we will strategize and set goals to help you attain the life you envision. When you're ready to move beyond current complex emotions-such as anger, sadness, fear, emptiness, anxiety, helplessness, shame, guilt, or loneliness-I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to provide personalized support on your journey toward emotional well-being. You have the potential to experience the life you desire! I encourage you to uncover your true potential and your life's purpose; it's patiently awaiting your discovery. The time is now. Certified in Clinical Trauma & Mindfulness interventions.

With your wellness objective in mind, my focus is empathetically listening and exploring new ways to reduce anxiety, frustration or sadness to build greater confidence, create healthier boundaries and enhance personal and professional relationships. Whether you are new to therapy or wanting to further your progress, we'll work together in a compassionate and confidentially-safe place. Know you'll have in me an advocate who is committed to your best interest.

Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois, and I’m so glad you’re here! I am Somatic and Attachment Focused (SAFE) EMDR-Certified integrated therapist, with a School Social Worker PEL, though currently work with schools as a Consultant. I come into therapy with a central focus on compassion, connection, and safety. I am a Polyvagal Informed and Neurophysiology and neurofeedback, biofeedback, and tools for healing the point of (mal)adaptive patterned Nervous System because it is under these conditions that we find we can think at our best. It also means we learn as we are calm and safe, so we aren't on constant hypervigilance. When we build a safe space, clients begin to understand that the healing they desperately seek, is within them... Coaches and therapists may guide them or facilitate a path through motivational interviewing, and then teach mindfulness to allow observation by separating from the experience of whatever we're holding onto. Polyvagal theory explains an evolved Nervous System, which goes beyond the Default Mode Network, to include the Social Engagement System. Not only does it help explain what may be going on as challenging and overwhelming emotions come up. It allows ways to move through them. We practice; we use PVT informed tools that are integrated deeply, and allow for the process to move at the pace of the slowest part of the system of each client. Many other therapies are involved than the ones I mention, because, for example, we use mindfulness to notice our patterns that may have once saved us, now cause more harm. We use CBT, as we learn about Cognitive Distortions, and often ACT, values and action oriented, and often DBT, daily tools for emotion regulation. I am the founder of Liminal Horizons, PLLC. I am also a leader at Sensing Fields. One is primarily for psychotherapy, supervision, Consultations for school systems and Communities (and individuals), and finally agree in significant challenges stemming from Survival Patterns. We use Somatic Parts Work, IFS, Clinical Emotional Freedom Technique, Neuropsychotherapy, and neurophysiology, including neuro and biofeedback for uses such as enhancing the depth and speed of the healing. Polyvagal Inspired Protocols are two of the options clients offer, the Safe and Sound Protocol and the Integrated Listening System (there is an extra charge to use a license). They are actively being researched, and show amazing results so far, from helping build a wider window of tolerance. If it feels like we ALL need healing, you are intuitive! To succeed, a global movement must occur. WE ARE NOT THERE, and THIS doesn't mean it's your responsibility. My goal and mission is to ensure access to those who want to understand their strong feelings, health problems, emotional and physical pain (which show up in the same part of the brain) can do so. Anyone who is ready to feel better, lower emotional 'triggers' and physical pain, want to feel less stressed, and more gratitude and joy, YOU ARE In The RIGHT PLACE. Mental Health involves so many more factors than we realized, until very recently. I promise that you can heal. I have been through a vey low bottom, and I have healed. There's more to go; it's a journey. I am honored to share things I've learned and am excited about 'ripple effects' of healing individuals and then communities, and onward and upward.

I think counseling should be collaborative where we both use our experiences and knowledge to problem solve your issues that are bothering you. I am here to empower you, help you realize your potential and achieve your goals using empathy, practicality, confidence, humor, relatability, real life experiences, energy, and honesty. I have worked with people from all walks of life, so as long as you breath air, we are good to go. If there is something I don't know I will work to learn it. If there is something you need, I will try to accommodate you (like helping with looking for jobs or making more jokes). I am comfortable and competent with addressing a wide array of issues. When working with me goals are made as a partnership; where you pick what you want to work on, and I help you achieve it. During the first session, I will work to build your trust and earn your respect. I will listen and work to understand your problems and how they are impacting you. I will give you my perspective on what ive heard, and we can do a little processing. I will provide some tools you can use to start addressing your problems. Sadly there will be some paperwork that needs to be done. After this I will ask if you feel we are a good fit and if you want to continue working with me. Let’s work together to achieve your goals, and get you back on track

My approach to helping is that clients have my full attention, in a non-judgmental environment. I try to be as authentic as possible, because I want to hear the real you, not what you think I want to hear. I want people to know that we all go through stuff that makes us who we are even though we might not like it, and that leaves us with two choices we can make. We can either deal with it in a productive way or keep functioning the way we have been, which might not always feel the best. Move at your own pace. I want people to be themselves and to open up. Therapy is hard enough as is! There might be tears and there might be laughs, and all are welcome. I want you to feel comfortable for the most part, though there are time where I might push your buttons, or say something that you don’t like. This is only to help you grow. I won’t sugar coat things like a friend might, because that won’t help you reach the changes you want to make. If my style is not for you, that’s ok! This is your journey, and it’s important that you have someone who makes you feel as comfortable as possible. I have over five years of experience providing counseling services to individuals and families struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and mild to severe addictions. My experience includes working with individuals of different cultural backgrounds, gender identities and expressions, ages, and sexual orientations. I earned my M.A. in Counseling Psychology, with a concentration in Trauma at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Subsequently, I completed the necessary supervised hours, and training needed to obtain the Certified Alcohol and other Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC) through the Illinois Certification Board. Take a dive in. Everyone needs someone to talk to who is unbiased about your life. If you need to cry for 50 minutes, do it. I’ll meet you where you are at.

I am a licensed clinical social worker who works with teens and adults. I earned her Bachelor’s degree at Loyola University Chicago and my Master’s of Social Work degree at Governor’s State University. I have clinical experience working in a private practice setting for the last 6 years. Previously I worked in an inpatient psychiatric setting. I specialize in working with individuals and families experiencing life transitions, relationship stress, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, struggles with worklife balance, feelings of burnout, and thought errors. I believe that it is extremely important to tailor each treatment plan to the individual with the center of my approach being warmth, empowerment, and empathy. I believe in the importance of developing the therapeutic relationship through deep listening, a little bit of humor, and building trust in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I am committed to making sure that you have a positive and empowering therapy experience to ensure that you gain the ability to live life at your optimal level of wellness.

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.

You may feel stuck navigating anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, or the pressure to always hold it together. I work with folks exploring who they are beneath the roles and expectations placed on them. Many of my clients are LGBTQ+ (teens and adults), neurodivergent, living with chronic illness, or healing from emotionally immature families. Together, we’ll create a warm, collaborative space where you can explore emotions, relationships, and identity.

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.

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.

In the chaos of day-to-day life we tend to forget how much our innate strengths can help us deal with and manage what ever turmoil we encounter. In therapy we will work to help you recognize and develop your skills, strengths, and values to help you through some of your toughest situations. Together, we will work collaboratively towards meeting your goals and needs, and in doing so, make your life more comfortable and satisfying. It is my hope that each person who meets with me feels accepted, as I respect each individual's culture, gender, race, religion, and sexual identity.