Therapists in Illinois

The first thing I do with every new person I work with is to listen to or read their story. After 26 years of clinical social work experience, I have learned the vast importance and value of people telling their stories. You are the expert on your life,and if you are seeking counseling, you want to change your future story. As you describe the changes you desire, we will also look at your strengths. Together, we can set goals to make those changes.Together we can work to meet your goals. I use an eclectic mix of therapeutic approaches to help those I serve. I am always client centered and solution focused. Frequently, a short term goal people set is to alleviate the discomfort that led you to seek counseling. I have experience and training in working with people who have experienced anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. My focus is on you, not the label. We will build on your strengths to build a new future.

I am a non-binary pansexual fem presenting queer multiracial therapist. I am driven to work with and am familiar with populations that have been marginalized in our society and culture. This includes but is not limited to LGBTQ, Polyamory, and Kink communities as well as individuals that are living in a multiracial home and existence. Living on what feels like the border of society is stressful, even more if your close family and loved ones don’t accept who you are. I want to provide a safe space to address the unique and regular concerns of individuals that are unheard. I provide motivational talk therapy, CBT, and I am certified in basic EMDR therapy to treat trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief. My goal will be to empower you so that eventually you reach the point of coping without intervention from myself. This doesn't happen overnight; it is a process that takes investment from both of us to make small changes that will create a long-standing difference. I became a therapist due to a desire to help those who have survived trauma, to demonstrate compassion and provide a non-judgmental space. Showing individuals that they have value and are valued. We all deserve a space to be safe, express our concerns and be validated. I look forward to seeing if we are a good fit for each other.

Thank you for sharing information about yourself. I'm so happy that you reached out for help. I am Amy Wilder, a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois and have over 20 years experience. I have a private practice in the northwest suburbs of Illinois. I offer self-improvement in a safe and caring manor in order to work toward managing life situations and achieving goals. I believe that therapy is a process of learning about ones behaviors and developing new ways to move beyond places that hold us back from achieving our maximum potential in life. I work with children, adolescents and adults in a variety of settings including individual, family and marital therapies. Please feel free to reach out and message me in order to see if you think we would be a good fit. Also if there is a time that you are looking for and it doesn't match my availability, message me anyways because chances are I can meet what it is you are looking for.

Hello! Welcome to the BetterHelp Community! I am so glad you decided to reach out to us. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois with over 10 years of experience. Over the past 15 years I have worked with a wide variety of clients. I have worked in private practice, alternative schools, a women's prison, a county jail, and residential treatment centers. I am working from home now as a private practice therapist. I have worked with clients with varying diagnoses or concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar and mood disorders, family relational challenges, previous abuse (physical and emotional), interpersonal conflicts, social skill building, and many more. I provide counseling that is goal oriented and solution based. I like to meet clients where they are at and what makes them feel most at ease while working with me. I do that with cognitive based therapy and solution based brief therapy. We will work together as a team to build a treatment plan that is suitable for you and you are comfortable and ready to address. I know that asking for help is hard, and I'm excited for you that you have decided to do that. I want to help you live your best life and be the best version of yourself. I look forward to working with you!

My name is Angela and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois. I have 20 years of experience working with survivors, caregivers and family members following brain injuries and other neurological disorders and diagnosis. I have assisted individuals with processing and moving towards accepting the many changes that follow a major injury or illness often include psychical, cognitive, emotional and relationship changes. My counseling style is genuineness, unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding. I approach counseling through a client-centered approach. I believe in listening and focusing on your needs. We will work together to tailor your dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I look forward to working with you.

Hi, my name is Kendra and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Indiana and Illinois. I graduated from the Indiana University School of Social Work. I have over 10 years of experience working with clients who are having difficulty coping with various life stressors, including anxiety, depression, loss/ grief, and relationship challenges. My approach is to listen, provide support, and motivate clients to discover their strengths. Everyone is unique, so I don't believe in a cookie cutter approach. I know that it's not always easy to reach out for help but it's one of the bravest things that one can do. I'm here to support you whenever you're ready. I am available for appointments Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays in the evening.

I am licensed in Illinois with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in the state of Alabama and the state of Illinois with over 6 years experience as a social worker. I am also certified as a Somatic Activated Healer under Sah D'Simone. I specialize in treatment for anxiety, lgbt-related issues, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I work to meet my clients where they are at and provided strategies if necessary. I have worked with teens in a group home setting to help them improve self esteem and maximize their potential in everyday life. I practice from a spiritual lens understanding that everyone has a divine purpose that can be tapped into at any time. I’m here to help support and empower you.

Feeling overwhelmed by daily life? Wish you could stop overthinking? You’ve come to the right place. My name is Maureen Fitzmaurice and I’m a licensed therapist in Illinois with over ten years experience treating anxiety, and many more years coping with it myself. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and career difficulties, among other issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My style is best described as casual, relaxed, and caring. While I will guide you with my education and knowledge, I do my best to make sure that you feel comfortable and heard throughout your sessions, and have a say in your treatment. I will tailor our sessions to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Illinois with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, motivation, & self esteem. I also have experience working with confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!