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I desire to provide a safe place for you to explore the issues of anxiety, grief or depression that keep you from living life more fully. You may be struggling with low self-esteem or a loss of identity due to changes, such as loss of a relationship, life transitions, or loss due to trauma. You may find it difficult to move past shaming messages and would like to learn how to find your authentic voice in order to live boldly and with greater self-acceptance.

Mary Roberts is a therapist with over 12 years of experience journeying with individuals and couples to overcome roadblocks and move forward in life. She specializes in the treatment of issues associated with eating disorders, women’s issues, addictions, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, couple’s therapy and self-esteem/identity issues.

"DON'T REPEAT PROBLEMS. RESOLVE THEM." "Children learn what they live; then, as adults, they LIVE WHAT THEY LEARNED." "CHANGE your THINKING, CHANGE your LIFE" reflects my approach to counseling. My background in education, 25+ years' counseling experience, and research document that clients often lack the information & skills necessary to change their behavior to achieve the outcomes they want. This cognitive behavior therapy is the quickest, most effective approach to resolving problems to live the happier, healthier, more satisfying life you seek. Over 50% of my clients obtain the results they want within 7 sessions.

I believe that therapy is a gift that we give ourselves, and that it is a healing journey. It is an opportunity to explore the barriers in our lives that keep us from fully expressing our thoughts and feelings, in relationships, and in the world. Our work in therapy results in the ability to live a fuller, richer, and more authentic life. As a therapist, I see myself as a guide on your healing journey. My guidance comes from a grounded place of clinical theory, spirituality, compassion, empathy and caring, but it also includes the strength and honesty that is needed to confront those issues that block personal growth. Through the safety of our therapeutic relationship, you will be free to speak of the current struggles in your life, as well as explore the connection to your history. I will be there as a source of truth, hope, and support, while witnessing the full spectrum of your journey, whether it includes confusion, pain, shame, sadness, and anger or joy, happiness, clarity and serenity. Through this process, you will discover the awareness, skills and behaviors to change your life, for now and the future.

Whatever circumstances you may be facing, I am here to walk with you through it. It is my desire to help you live a healthier, more fulfilling life. I specialize in anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, self-esteem/identity issues, life transitions, and women's issues. I provide a safe space for individuals to develop personal insight and awareness into the unique parts that make up their entire being. I am passionate about traveling with clients on their personal life path and empowering people to flourish.

My therapeutic approach is warm, casual, authentic, encouraging, and collaborative and I believe in using a strength based approach to assist clients in overcoming obstacles. I'm committed to helping clients identify goals, and provide the tools and skills necessary to reach those goals.

I have been in private practice for twenty-six years and work with individuals, couples, and families. In person and telehealth appointments are available. I work with children, adolescents and adults at every stage of their lives. I have a diverse practice and have greatly appreciated the diversity of my clients' life experience. My work focuses on supporting growth and individual development as well as symptom relief. I have offices in Glen Ellyn and Chicago and would be happy to speak with you regarding my practice.

Are you suffering with sadness, confusion, distress about relationships or other worries? Are you waiting in hopes that time will help you feel better? It may be time to stop waiting. I offer compassionate and objective support to help you sort through your struggles to find comfort and recovery.

Everyone deserves to be accepted, appreciated and acknowledged. When stress overcomes we often forgot how deserving we are of these needs. That's why it is my mission to supply a safe space for your child/teen to reconnect in expanding their self-worth and coping skills. Since everyone is unique, I adapt my approach to meet their needs, while integrating evidenced based practices along with humor, art, and play.

I specialize in the treatment of behavioral health disorders for motivated clients who are interested in collaborating and working to attain their goals. We will work together, primarily focused on the current situation and its solution, rather than the past. Through scientifically- supported methods, we will concentrate on your views and beliefs about your life, and how they are tied to your behaviors and emotions.

Welcome to my profile. Finding the "RIGHT" therapist can feel like a real challenge for most people. I am a Holistic Psychotherapist in private practice since 1986. My healing approach is dependent on the needs of each individual client. The areas of special interest to me are spirituality, relationship and self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, addictions and co-dependency, loss and grief, trauma, dissociation, (not necessarily in that order). I also offer group therapy, and have facilitated groups dealing with the aging process, self esteem/relationship issues, co-dependency, spirituality, grief/loss, and depression.

In a word, my approach to therapy is relational. I am at my best when I am centered, curious and genuinely engaged in my client's experience... exploring, nuancing and understanding their unique perspective and the struggles they are facing. I believe in the importance of finding the right "fit" between client and therapist and it is for that reason that I strive to be authentic and fully engaged in every session. My training, areas of specialization and personal style are well suited for those who might be seeking to go deeper in their understanding of themselves and their relationships.

Hello and congratulations on taking a positive step towards your healing and/or personal growth by exploring counseling! I am a licensed clinical professional counselor who is passionate about collaborating with individuals to create fulfilling lives for themselves. Establishing a warm connection that supports and encourages clients is important to me, and I help provide tangible tools for the concerns and issues that clients may face. It is my goal to help you experience a sense of relief and positive well-being that then carries into your daily life.

As a professional, and a parent I truly understand there is no greater joy than seeing your child happy and healthy. I also know there is no greater heartache than seeing your child unhappy. For adults: stress, anxiety, and depression can diminish time with families. For children: poor self-esteem, decreased confidence, bullying/ loss, academic struggles or a disability can impact friendships,family, and academics. I specialize in working with people who have experienced a twist in life that they were not expecting. I have 25 years of treating adults and children who want to reclaim control of their lives.

We are all faced with challenges in our lives and we need help managing life’s stressors. These stressors often lead us to behave in a way that may cause even more difficulty. If you are having trouble with depression, anxiety,or relationship issues then you are not alone.

We often seek therapy yearning for connection and understanding. My goal is to provide a safe space where we can work together as a team to help you process your experiences, validate the emotions attached to these experiences, and discover your own strengths and capacity for coping through life’s challenges. We as humans are inherently resilient even when things like shame, trauma, isolation, addiction, depression, and anxiety try to disconnect us from ourselves and others. We will work together to find compassion for yourself in restoring this connection.

With over 15 years experience as a licensed psychologist, I think of the therapeutic relationship as a method for understanding the self. To that end, behavior patterns can be explored, internal experience can shift with the movement towards change. Perhaps you are caught in the same cycle and feeling frustrated. You may be adjusting to a life or career transition. Stuff from the past is triggering and you might not understand why you feel the way you do. We can explore and understand the meanings in a safe and creative way.

Therapy isn't just for people with "issues." Therapy is for people. Period. Therapy is a mirror that can help you see who you truly are, who you've been all along, and who you want to become. It's also a place to experience unconditional acceptance, safety and non-judgement. Therapy is a map, a flashlight, or a navigation system that can help you find your way. Therapy rocks! I'm glad you're here, and I hope that I get the chance to help you or your child flip on that flashlight, hold up that mirror and enjoy this one wild and wonderful life we have. Contact me today to get started!

Asking for help isn't always easy, so I have tremendous respect for the courage and strength it takes to seek professional guidance. Working from the belief that change is always possible, I help my clients identify their strengths, what's getting in the way of making changes in their life, and the most effective ways to achieve their goals. My style of counseling is supportive and collaborative, with an emphasis on respect, encouragement, and hope.