Anxiety Therapists in 60303
Sam Erlenbaugh
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60303
Hi, I'm Sam! I am an expert in helping people who struggle with anxiety that leads them to being a people pleaser, perfectionist and burnt out. I love teaching and empowering my clients to use coping skills so that they can feel confident and resilient to overcome their anxiety.
Hi, I'm Sam! I am an expert in helping people who struggle with anxiety that leads them to being a people pleaser, perfectionist and burnt out. I love teaching and empowering my clients to use coping skills so that they can feel confident and resilient to overcome their anxiety.
Dionne Catledge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303 (Online Only)
I have extensive training in attachment issues, trauma work with survivors of abuse, depression and anxiety disorders.
I believe that we each have divine destinies, but too often there are obstacles such as shame and feelings of unworthiness that hinder us from seeing our purpose and possibilities. I would like to partner with you to help you regain or enhance a sense of wholeness, peace, and joy. Without these things the world can seem a scary and overwhelming place.
I have extensive training in attachment issues, trauma work with survivors of abuse, depression and anxiety disorders.
I believe that we each have divine destinies, but too often there are obstacles such as shame and feelings of unworthiness that hinder us from seeing our purpose and possibilities. I would like to partner with you to help you regain or enhance a sense of wholeness, peace, and joy. Without these things the world can seem a scary and overwhelming place.
Sarah Perez
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60303
I have experience treating a wide range of presenting issues including managing and reducing anxiety, stress, and depression, improving self-esteem, processing grief, loss, or trauma, addressing relationship challenges, managing adjustment difficulties, and making healthy lifestyle changes.
Life can be full of overwhelming challenges. Through therapy I can help you overcome these struggles and work towards meeting your own personal goals and improving your overall quality of life. I am a licensed clinical counselor trained in working with individuals and families who are looking for symptom relief, personal growth, or to improve their relationships.
I have experience treating a wide range of presenting issues including managing and reducing anxiety, stress, and depression, improving self-esteem, processing grief, loss, or trauma, addressing relationship challenges, managing adjustment difficulties, and making healthy lifestyle changes.
Life can be full of overwhelming challenges. Through therapy I can help you overcome these struggles and work towards meeting your own personal goals and improving your overall quality of life. I am a licensed clinical counselor trained in working with individuals and families who are looking for symptom relief, personal growth, or to improve their relationships.
Miva Psychotherapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60303
As a trauma informed psychotherapist, I help individuals struggling with relationships, depression, anxieties, mood disorders, stress, panic attacks, emotions, certain behaviors, sexual and abuse history, goal setting and life adjustments and transitions. Many of my clients have experienced lots of emotional distress. Many are experiencing relationship issues they feel are insurmountable, flashbacks, Self- esteem, confidence and intimacy problems. They are looking to change, break cycles. They feel exhausted, nothing they tried on their own has worked. They are looking for direction, guidance and support. I'm here to help.
As a trauma informed psychotherapist, I help individuals struggling with relationships, depression, anxieties, mood disorders, stress, panic attacks, emotions, certain behaviors, sexual and abuse history, goal setting and life adjustments and transitions. Many of my clients have experienced lots of emotional distress. Many are experiencing relationship issues they feel are insurmountable, flashbacks, Self- esteem, confidence and intimacy problems. They are looking to change, break cycles. They feel exhausted, nothing they tried on their own has worked. They are looking for direction, guidance and support. I'm here to help.
Regan Kasprak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60303
I am passionate about helping people navigate challenging interpersonal relationships, process family of origin trauma, and develop mindfulness skills to cope with OCD, anxiety, phobias, and body image struggles. Many of my adult clients tend to be curious about how their upbringings have shaped them, have some “perfectionistic” or “people-pleasing” tendencies, be part of public service professions (e.g., teachers, social workers, etc.), feel “separate” or “different” from other people, and/or identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community. I also work with children and adolescents using art and play therapy techniques!
I am passionate about helping people navigate challenging interpersonal relationships, process family of origin trauma, and develop mindfulness skills to cope with OCD, anxiety, phobias, and body image struggles. Many of my adult clients tend to be curious about how their upbringings have shaped them, have some “perfectionistic” or “people-pleasing” tendencies, be part of public service professions (e.g., teachers, social workers, etc.), feel “separate” or “different” from other people, and/or identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community. I also work with children and adolescents using art and play therapy techniques!
Brit Creelman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60303 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I also serve as clinician in FDA approved clinical trials using psychedelics to treat depression and anxiety.
My way of doing therapy involves insight-oriented exploration and problem solving, and an invitation to make deeper contact with core issues and inner healing potential via somatic experience and "parts work." I'm trained as an IFS therapist and can be an especially good fit for those with established mindfulness practices and an ability to tune into inner experience. While working with me you may find yourself looking at problems in a new way, with more curiosity and self compassion. Less judgement.
I also serve as clinician in FDA approved clinical trials using psychedelics to treat depression and anxiety.
My way of doing therapy involves insight-oriented exploration and problem solving, and an invitation to make deeper contact with core issues and inner healing potential via somatic experience and "parts work." I'm trained as an IFS therapist and can be an especially good fit for those with established mindfulness practices and an ability to tune into inner experience. While working with me you may find yourself looking at problems in a new way, with more curiosity and self compassion. Less judgement.
Roy Carney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303
Reach out today if you are feeling stressed, worried, or nervous about taking the first step in therapy.
I work with a variety of different clients seeking help with many different issues. Many of my clients are teens and emerging adults seeking treatment to ease depression, anxiety, need help managing their time, or the time and space to discover their purpose. I also work with parents of teens and emerging adults seeking to find ways to relate to and ease conflict with their children. My clients seek treatment in order to feel heard from an unbiased person. They seek clarity and a path through life’s difficult twists and turns.
Reach out today if you are feeling stressed, worried, or nervous about taking the first step in therapy.
I work with a variety of different clients seeking help with many different issues. Many of my clients are teens and emerging adults seeking treatment to ease depression, anxiety, need help managing their time, or the time and space to discover their purpose. I also work with parents of teens and emerging adults seeking to find ways to relate to and ease conflict with their children. My clients seek treatment in order to feel heard from an unbiased person. They seek clarity and a path through life’s difficult twists and turns.
Susan Stephens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AM, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303
Perhaps you are struggling with relationships, finding yourself repeating destructive patterns, and/or feeling anxious or depressed. Or maybe it is something else which has led you to search for a therapist at this point. I am interested in working with you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself, so that you may cope with life's challenges more adequately. If after discussing your concerns, we both feel that psychotherapy may be helpful, I will do my best to be your partner in the process.
Perhaps you are struggling with relationships, finding yourself repeating destructive patterns, and/or feeling anxious or depressed. Or maybe it is something else which has led you to search for a therapist at this point. I am interested in working with you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself, so that you may cope with life's challenges more adequately. If after discussing your concerns, we both feel that psychotherapy may be helpful, I will do my best to be your partner in the process.
Marilyn Joanne Myles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303
My specialties include trauma and PTSD, bereavement, stress and anxiety management, and developing ways to adjust to and cope with the massive life changes created after a diagnosis of a life threatening illness.
I bring 25 years of experience in using the effective and compassionate approaches of EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Gestalt and Hakomi Somatics to heal trauma, grief, stresses of illness, depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties. I see my work as helping you bring clarity out of confusion by understanding the dynamic issues that hold you back and thus influence your future planning. This often results in reclaiming parts of yourself in order to come into your inherent wholeness. I adapt a unique blend of body/mind approaches to your specific needs, at a pace that's comfortable for you.
My specialties include trauma and PTSD, bereavement, stress and anxiety management, and developing ways to adjust to and cope with the massive life changes created after a diagnosis of a life threatening illness.
I bring 25 years of experience in using the effective and compassionate approaches of EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Gestalt and Hakomi Somatics to heal trauma, grief, stresses of illness, depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties. I see my work as helping you bring clarity out of confusion by understanding the dynamic issues that hold you back and thus influence your future planning. This often results in reclaiming parts of yourself in order to come into your inherent wholeness. I adapt a unique blend of body/mind approaches to your specific needs, at a pace that's comfortable for you.
Raina Kilgore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60303
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.
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.
Julia Vickers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60303 (Online Only)
I know what it’s like to deeply love someone and yet not bring your best self to the relationship. I learned how to have a healthy relationship through facing my fears of vulnerability and failure and taking responsibility for my actions in my relationship. I seek to help couples who are highly committed to one another and are facing a crisis or struggling to connect. When there is crisis or stress, we often rely on unhelpful habits and ways of communicating that wear on our relationships. Let’s work on that love connection that you are both are wanting.
I know what it’s like to deeply love someone and yet not bring your best self to the relationship. I learned how to have a healthy relationship through facing my fears of vulnerability and failure and taking responsibility for my actions in my relationship. I seek to help couples who are highly committed to one another and are facing a crisis or struggling to connect. When there is crisis or stress, we often rely on unhelpful habits and ways of communicating that wear on our relationships. Let’s work on that love connection that you are both are wanting.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60303
Everyone could use more support these days, if you're ready to make the decision to start therapy then I am here to help. As a licensed clinical social worker, it's my passion to help you facilitate growth, healing and progress. I specialize in anxiety, depression, loss and grief, life transitions, relationship issues and chronic illness.
Everyone could use more support these days, if you're ready to make the decision to start therapy then I am here to help. As a licensed clinical social worker, it's my passion to help you facilitate growth, healing and progress. I specialize in anxiety, depression, loss and grief, life transitions, relationship issues and chronic illness.
Allyson Blasius
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303
" I believe it is important to work collaboratively with clients, offering hope and guidance in addressing and resolving problems of living. I assist individuals, couples and families to feel happier and more in control of their lives by engaging them sensitively, with due attention to each person's unique circumstances and personal strengths. Providing education about mental health issues and feedback about the successes and failures of the various solutions that clients have tried are central to my approach."
" I believe it is important to work collaboratively with clients, offering hope and guidance in addressing and resolving problems of living. I assist individuals, couples and families to feel happier and more in control of their lives by engaging them sensitively, with due attention to each person's unique circumstances and personal strengths. Providing education about mental health issues and feedback about the successes and failures of the various solutions that clients have tried are central to my approach."
Suresh Unni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303
I use a person-centered approach to understand the holistic reality of my clients so they feel understood and accepted wherever they are in their lives. I believe we all have the innate capability to heal ourselves. Therefore my main role as your therapist will be to help you discover what you truly want from life and what obstacles, both internal and external, are getting in the way of you experiencing freedom and happiness. As a clinician, I have been privileged to journey with my clients through their lives and have seen many overcome substantial obstacles and make significant breakthroughs using therapy as a tool.
I use a person-centered approach to understand the holistic reality of my clients so they feel understood and accepted wherever they are in their lives. I believe we all have the innate capability to heal ourselves. Therefore my main role as your therapist will be to help you discover what you truly want from life and what obstacles, both internal and external, are getting in the way of you experiencing freedom and happiness. As a clinician, I have been privileged to journey with my clients through their lives and have seen many overcome substantial obstacles and make significant breakthroughs using therapy as a tool.
Tasha K Young
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60303 (Online Only)
You’ve just about had enough. Everyone needs something from you but when you need something? Crickets. Romantic relationships have only added to your stress, and you can never seem to do anything right in the eyes of your partner. Insecurities bring out the worst in you, and none of the changes you’ve tried to make to yourself—inside or out—make any difference. The ambitions you have for your career are big, but when you think about the future, you feel stuck in a rut. You feel lonely, even though you have family and friends around you all the time. And telling them how you feel? Not an option. They’d only use it against you later.
You’ve just about had enough. Everyone needs something from you but when you need something? Crickets. Romantic relationships have only added to your stress, and you can never seem to do anything right in the eyes of your partner. Insecurities bring out the worst in you, and none of the changes you’ve tried to make to yourself—inside or out—make any difference. The ambitions you have for your career are big, but when you think about the future, you feel stuck in a rut. You feel lonely, even though you have family and friends around you all the time. And telling them how you feel? Not an option. They’d only use it against you later.
Emily Edlynn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training in pediatric health psychology. In my therapy approach, I draw from evidence-based practice, while collaboratively tailoring therapy to individual needs and symptoms. The goal is always to improve daily functioning and each person's quality of life regardless of their disease status. I have extensive experience working with a variety of illnesses and symptoms (eg, chronic pain, gastrointestinal disorders, seizures, diabetes, obesity, epilepsy, cancer) by using a combination of cognitive behavioral approaches, mindfulness, and stress management strategies. I have a special interest in youth managing grief and loss.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training in pediatric health psychology. In my therapy approach, I draw from evidence-based practice, while collaboratively tailoring therapy to individual needs and symptoms. The goal is always to improve daily functioning and each person's quality of life regardless of their disease status. I have extensive experience working with a variety of illnesses and symptoms (eg, chronic pain, gastrointestinal disorders, seizures, diabetes, obesity, epilepsy, cancer) by using a combination of cognitive behavioral approaches, mindfulness, and stress management strategies. I have a special interest in youth managing grief and loss.
Nicole Rea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, ADHDCSP
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303
Waitlist for new clients
Feel like an outsider in your own life? It’s rough being LGBTQIA+ when you’re constantly dodging transphobia, homophobia, and the relentless pressure to conform to societal norms that don't fit your truth. If you’re exhausted from trying to fit into boxes that don’t match your truth, or if hiding parts of yourself is wearing you down, you’re in the right place. The path to being unapologetically you is full of bumps and bruises, challenges from external judgment, and internal conflicts that can be exhausting. But it’s also where you find the real freedom, peace, and a sense of belonging that comes from embracing your full identity.
Feel like an outsider in your own life? It’s rough being LGBTQIA+ when you’re constantly dodging transphobia, homophobia, and the relentless pressure to conform to societal norms that don't fit your truth. If you’re exhausted from trying to fit into boxes that don’t match your truth, or if hiding parts of yourself is wearing you down, you’re in the right place. The path to being unapologetically you is full of bumps and bruises, challenges from external judgment, and internal conflicts that can be exhausting. But it’s also where you find the real freedom, peace, and a sense of belonging that comes from embracing your full identity.
Begin Within Therapy Services, Inc
Counselor, LCPC, MA, CCTP
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303
Begin Within Therapy was established in 2015. We believe within every person lies a meaningful story. We are a group of therapists who are all attachment-focused and trauma-informed and ready to understand your story. We offer a variety of therapy options to help you meet your goals, that include options outside of traditional talk therapy, as well as more traditional therapy modalities. Please give us a call to speak with our director and determine which therapist would be the best fit for you.
Begin Within Therapy was established in 2015. We believe within every person lies a meaningful story. We are a group of therapists who are all attachment-focused and trauma-informed and ready to understand your story. We offer a variety of therapy options to help you meet your goals, that include options outside of traditional talk therapy, as well as more traditional therapy modalities. Please give us a call to speak with our director and determine which therapist would be the best fit for you.
Deanna Ford
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303 (Online Only)
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA), I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and cultivate healthier relationships. I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy to address a wide range of issues, including communication problems, conflict resolution, intimacy issues, parenting struggles, and mental health concerns. My approach to therapy is collaborative, empathetic, and solution-focused. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions freely, while improving their overall wellbeing.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA), I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and cultivate healthier relationships. I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy to address a wide range of issues, including communication problems, conflict resolution, intimacy issues, parenting struggles, and mental health concerns. My approach to therapy is collaborative, empathetic, and solution-focused. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions freely, while improving their overall wellbeing.
Kristin Burns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, RMT, RYT, IFS
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60303
Not accepting new clients
"What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters to what lies within us."( Ralph Waldo Emerson) I believe there are a variety of channels which can facilitate one back to their inner wisdom, supporting shifts in self compassion and empowerment. As a Mindy Body Therapist, I am dedicated to providing tools which help one access their own internal resources. I bring a unique perspective to my work, incorporating 20 years of studying both eastern and western practices and philosophies. I use an integrated approach to address issues such as: trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, parenting issues, identity issues, PTSD, chronic pain.
"What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters to what lies within us."( Ralph Waldo Emerson) I believe there are a variety of channels which can facilitate one back to their inner wisdom, supporting shifts in self compassion and empowerment. As a Mindy Body Therapist, I am dedicated to providing tools which help one access their own internal resources. I bring a unique perspective to my work, incorporating 20 years of studying both eastern and western practices and philosophies. I use an integrated approach to address issues such as: trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, parenting issues, identity issues, PTSD, chronic pain.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.