Therapists in 60181

FEELING DISTRESSED AND LOOKING FOR WAYS TO COPE. It can be difficult when you become exhausted from facing life's challenges. Perhaps I can help. I'm passionate about working with clients who are dealing with depression, trauma, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, stress, troubles in your marriage, relationship conflicts, anger and teen issues. I also provide parent coaching and family interventions. We can work together to develop a plan of action that will get you to a better place to achieve your personal goals. I have been working with families, couples and individuals for 9 years.

When life is difficult or overwhelming therapy can help. With 20+ years of expereince I specialize in helping people reach their full potential. I help people who are in pain and/or feel stuck heal their pain and move forward to reach their definition of success. I work with multiple issues such as women's issues, depression, grief and loss, major life changes, past traumatic experiences, and ongoing stress. From a positive caring position I create a safe and supportive environment conductive for healing and growth. My primary goal is to help you feel better as quickly as possible.

Everyone deserves to be the best version of themselves. I help clients identify the obstacles that are preventing them from being the best version of themselves and help them find ways to make meaningful changes to live the most fulfilling life they want to live. Life can be difficult, but I am here to help support you to make life better!

Life’s journey will surprise us with twists, unexpected paths and roadblocks. As your therapist, my goal is to create a warm, supportive and non-judgmental environment where you will feel empowered to navigate through the life challenges that are bringing you down. You are the expert on you! I’ll meet you where your needs are. Then my job is to support you and implement the tools that will best help you find relief from your pain. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with a life transition, grieving a loss, or looking to make positive changes in your life; I’m here to help you heal and grow.

Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a master’s degree in Social Work and sees clients across the lifespan providing individual, couples and family therapy.

Shelley Egeland is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She graduated from National Louis University with a Masters in Counseling. Having worked in residential and outpatient settings, she has experience with adults struggling with addiction and dual diagnosis, depression, anxiety, bipolar, self-esteem, grief and loss, and life transitions. Shelley is passionate about helping clients find the silver lining in life. Everyone needs someone to help them see the potential within themselves. Everyone needs someone to listen and understand their pain.

The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push of psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and ​a one-dimensional approach to treatment. ​It is time that a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.

Jaimee specializes not only in traditional counseling, but art / expressive therapy as well. Jaimee utilizes her skills to increase her client's installation of hope, trust, and faith within themselves. These qualities are imperative in order to gain self-esteem, improve insight, and strengthen stability in our lives. “I strongly believe that the healing process begins when a therapeutic relationship is established and that the power of art is an important piece of this process.” Jaimee earned her MA in Counseling Psychology: Art Therapy from Adler University, formally known as The Adler School of Professional Psychology.

Having to pick a therapist can be incredibly overwhelming! Don't let the stress of the unknown stop you from taking that leap. As a genuine and compassionate clinician, I enjoy connecting with my clients in a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment. With 10 years experience working beside adults and adolescents struggling with substance use issues, I have helped clients move past shame and guilt to develop a strong identity and achieve personal growth.

I believe that change happens through relationship. I acknowledge the bravery it takes to seek out a clinician and hope to honor your voice. I use a strength-based approach to foster collaborative relationships with my clients.I will work collaboratively with you to explore your goals through an intersectional lens. My style is holistic and informed by an integrative approach to therapy applying Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered theories.

Andrew completed his Addiction Studies training at Miami-Dade College, Miami, FL in 2010 and earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University, Florida, in 2014. Andrew occupies an Integrative-Systemic therapeutic position. He maintains the belief that people are the experts of their own lives and assists others to map out and execute their treatment plans through a collaborative client-therapist dialogue. Andrew views the human experience though a relational and multigenerational lens and believes that every worldview is developed and altered in accordance with the unique meaning.

You don’t have to go through this alone. A meaningful life is always full of challenges, and sometimes we need a trusted guide for a difficult leg of the journey. When you make the brave decision to try therapy for yourself or your child, you deserve to feel safe, valued, and understood by your therapist. In an atmosphere of warmth, respect, and humor, we will navigate through struggles and celebrate healing together.

Dr. Jennifer Stafiej received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University in 2015. She had dedicated several years to working with children and families as a school psychologist before transitioning into the field of clinical psychology. She specializes in conducting psychological assessments related to intellectual functioning, Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder, personality disorders, disruptive behaviors, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Dr. Stafiej’s approach to conducting psychological evaluations is to establish an excellent therapeutic relationship between therapist and client.

Seeking support when dealing with difficult and challenging times in life can be overwhelming. It is my commitment as you take this step, to help guide you toward reaching your personal treatment goals. I work collaboratively with clients as I believe that treatment should be tailored to each client's personal needs in order for the client to feel comfortable and confident in reaching their treatment goals

My passion is working with children, adolescents, and young adults using a variety of different therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. Though it may be challenging at first, I can help you learn that although you cannot always change the circumstances in which you find yourself, you can choose how to respond to them, thus relieving stress, building resilience, improving focus, practicing gratitude, and improving overall well-being.

If you are reading this then you are taking the first step to self-care and self-compassion. I know this is not an easy task and so I welcome you, and commend you. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with training and practice in health psychology, university counseling, inpatient treatment, corrections, and bariatric psychology. I have specialties in addressing weight concerns/body image, overeating, addiction, bariatrics, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, ACOA/Al-Anon, and women's issues. I offer information/treatment/assessments to individuals undergoing or considering bariatric surgery.