**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** You worry about the future. Over plan, research, and over think to ensure things turn out just right. Your thoughts are a never-ending tape recording replaying conversations of where you “should or could have” acted differently. You feel anxious, stressed, and overwhelmed. Most of us have been in this exact same spot. I know I have! Education + Understanding + Awareness =Transformation.

Life can sometimes be overwhelming. Depression, anxiety, stage of life transitions or relationship conflicts can leave you feeling alone and isolated. I offer a warm, supportive and emotionally interactive experience so that together we can explore the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are keeping you stuck and increase your capacity to tolerate and manage difficult feelings such as anger, panic, grief and a sense of isolation. Please call or email me to see if I might be the right fit to help you on your path to feeling understood and connected.

My name is Melissa Pollack, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 22 years of experience helping people of all ages. My clients presenting issues and challenges vary but include depression, anxiety, social skills, relationship issues, trauma and stress management. My clients describe me as supportive, caring, and real.

Each and every person is born with unique strengths and vast potential to achieve. Oftentimes, though, life's challenges get in the way. It may be external stressors, traumatic experiences or our own dysfunctional thoughts and patterns of behavior that make it difficult to live a satisfying and fulfilling life. Entering into a therapeutic relationship of acceptance and trust can serve as a turning point for achieving growth and change.

Life is challenging and you may have worries, sadness, grief, a feeling of frustration in your work or a lack of connection to others. Therapy may seem daunting but it doesn't have to be. It is that very special place where you look at yourself with courage, compassion, and curiosity, without judgment or blame. It is the place to grow, change, to be seen and not alone. You already have the strengths and gifts to draw on, to deal with any challenge or concern, you just need to take the time and effort to do this for yourself.

I specialize in substance abuse. I am a seasoned counselor and for the past decade my focus has been on working with individuals, groups, families, and couples who are struggling with substance use. I have led others to a life of understanding themselves and their relationships with substances. I have led many to make sense of the insanity that surrounds the disease of addiction.

My therapeutic approach utilizes an empathic style to help clients develop a greater understanding into themselves and life events. Meaningful change begins with this insight, which acts as a catalyst to overcome obstacles. I work collaboratively with my clients to develop an open and honest relationship, while approaching each client's experience as unique.

Experience CHANGE and RESOLUTION. You're not alone in your struggles.My purpose is to support you through crisis, and facilitate positive CHANGES in your life. In a warm, safe and empowering environment,I will help you gain a greater awareness of your choices,better understanding of present circumstances, and transform anxiety, frustration and anger into forward movement and action. My vast experience in providing relief from emotional pain and fear, healing wounds of trauma and loss, reducing stress, and mending love and family relationships will help you achieve an overall sense of well-being, balance and direction.

If you are motivated to show up for Yourself in a new way~I am here as your trusted ali on this sacred journey! As a Holistic Body-Inclusive Psychotherapist, it is my passion to accompany you as you invite your full self; body, mind and intuitive/wisdom center into the therapeutic process--creating opportunities for insights into thoughts, emotions and behaviors that support and empower you! I have extensive experience working with individuals seeking healing and peace from issues related to trauma and abuse, mood management, disordered eating, loss and grief, relationship challenges and personal fulfillment.

We all work hard to take care of ourselves and build positive relationships, but sometimes obstacles get in our way. For more than 20 years, I have worked with people to identify and remove those obstacles, so that they can lead fuller and more joyful lives. You may be derailed by the loss of a job or relationship; feel depressed and not know why, or struggle as a parent. I work with individuals, couples and families to pinpoint your concerns and work toward change. My emphasis is on building honest, open relationships and on using insight to fuel change.

Trust, empathy, and respect are at the core of the therapeutic relationship and I enter each session with these pillars in mind. I tailor my approach to each client's individual needs and often pull from my diverse background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Strengths-Based, Solution-Focused and Client-Centered philosophies, so clients can set realistic goals and identify their strengths to harness success. I work to encourage children to effectively assert themselves, engage teenagers in the therapeutic process, and empower families as they strengthen their bond.

Hello! My name is Haniyyah Taufique and I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. My passion is helping people work through their mental health concerns in order to live more meaningful lives. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, mood disorders and trauma. I have had the opportunity to work in several different mental health settings including hospitals and private practice which has give me a helpful scope of experience. I strive to help you reach your goals and provide support as you do.

I have 15 years of experience working with adolescents and young adults, and so specialize in those age groups. I also see adults and the families of many of the adolescents that I see. My client's presenting issues vary greatly, but include: depression, anxiety, problems with attention, behavioral issues, and issues of self-esteem. I believe that clients know themselves best and can best identify solutions to their problems. I am honored to help them facilitate that journey. As a yoga instructor I am interested in mindfulness techniques, especially as related to coping with anxiety and depression.

Chances are, you have happened upon this website because you are looking for something to be different: a feeling, a relationship, a thought, a mood... Together, we will determine what needs to change by looking outside ourselves (exploring roles, rules, connection, boundaries, communication, and support) and by looking within ouselves (exploring thoughts, feelings, coping skills, internal dialogue, and how we've made meaning out of different experiences). Through the process of learning, accepting and changing, something inherently will be different...and you will feel different.

Using my best clinical and therapeutic knowledge, experience, and skills, together we will collaborate to achieve your goals. Challenging and stressful situations are an inevitable part of life. Whether the challenge stems from difficult relationships, or the result of an unexpected change in life circumstances, it can be overwhelming. I am available to help you deal with the resulting stress, confusion and pain.

Living with an unresolved or unprocessed trauma, whether it be physical, sexual, emotional, or even relational, can make life seem heavy. Yet, there's hope to transform yourself from a victim to a survivor. Our therapeutic journey will explore the interweaves between negative/deviant compulsive behaviors, unhealthy attachments, as well as general life areas where you find yourself highly anxious or stuck. The goal is to ultimately be able to look yourself in the mirror, smile and say, "I'm OK." You won't be alone in this journey to a healthier more positive life. I will be supporting you as you get to a more satisfying place.

We all have challenges in our lives. Sometimes these challenges can be overwhelming, leading to feelings of worry and anxiety. At other times, these challenges can lead to depression and despair. I am here to listen. I am here to support you. I am here to give you the tools that you need to make needed changes. Together, we can explore possibilities and find the motivation for change that you have inside of you.

Hi! I'm Blake D. Osborne, L.C.S.W., a psychotherapist in Skokie, Illinois. I have over twenty years experience working with kids, teens, and parents. I also specialize in adults who have mood issue, relationship problems, work issues, or grief. I enjoy what I do! I am easy-going, flexible, accepting and down-to-earth. I use research-proven methods whenever possible. My goal is to make progress as simply and efficiently as possible. I won't try to keep in you therapy forever -- promise! We should make some definite progress in five-ten sessions.

Marriage Whisperer! That's what a recent couple called me after one of our sessions. Of course, the reality is that I've been fortunate to be trained by Harville Hendrix, an expert in the field of couple's therapy and the founder of Imago Relationship Therapy. Imago therapy is a state-of-the-art system that gives couples of all kinds, the knowledge, and most importantly, the TOOLS to help each other give and receive the love they want. I work with couples both in my office, and in the weekend "Getting the Love You Want" workshops.

I love helping others to make sense of their issues through an integrative approach. My specialties are, (1) Couples, Families and Individuals; (2) Multicultural Issues; (3) Work with actors, models, and sexual workers; (4) Negotiations.