Family Counseling Therapists in 60560

My hope is to create a positive and safe environment for you to explore solutions to issues that are affecting your mental and physical health, relationships, work, school, and everyday life. Through the course of building a trusting relationship and enlightened experience, my hope is that you will be able to address the stressors or unresolved issues you are struggling with. These issues may include anger, resentment, abuse, shame, loss, trauma, abandonment, and physical health difficulties. Throughout the process I respectfully support your values and honor your journey while you discover your true and authentic self.

Whole Family Integrative Health is proud to offer a wide variety of services. We specialize in many unique aspects of psychology. We offer both full psychological assessments and therapy for a wide variety of disorders (ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, ODD, behavioral difficulties, and personality disorders). We also have Psychologists who specialize in every age range; From the very young, to the more experienced.

“Our lives can become messy things. When this happens many of us invest the majority of our energy into holding our exterior lives together; while throwing the scraps to our internal life. I practice from the belief that when we are lost in the emotional weeds it is faster and less painful to have a guide who knows the ‘weedlands’ counsel us back to emotional ‘civilization’ than it is to wander in the hopes of stumbling onto a healthier path. I strive to provide counseling with warmth, peace, joy, hope, and love by accepting who you are where you are while being mindful of your hopes and goals.”

Whether this is your first time seeking out counseling or not, finding a therapist who "fits" can be a daunting experience. SafeSpace therapists understand that it can be difficult to ask for help. We all, however, need support and guidance sometimes. Our clients often give the feedback that they feel accepted and secure in our welcoming & intimate setting. We are experienced clinicians who are nonjudgmental, approachable, good listeners, but also give helpful feedback. Clients also say they feel a 'connection,' and can easily open up with even their most private concerns.

I work with a number of clients clients including adolescents, adults, couples, and families . Several issues I feel comfortable working with include anxiety, depression, stress management, grief issues, adjustment and change issues, Bipolar Disorders, working through past trauma, issues with self-injury, suicidal ideation, sexual/verbal/emotional/physical abuse issues, self-esteem/self-worth issues, bullying, communication issues, sexual or intimacy struggles. I specialize in working with the LGBTQIA community and other gender and sexually diverse populations.

I am trained to work with a variety of clients and issues as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been practicing for over 30 years and work with families , couples, children, and individuals who are struggling with a variety of problems. Some of the things that I offer are; help to families in times of stress, assistance to couples confronted with challenges, help for children and parents experiencing developmental struggles, support for times of loss and the grief issues that result from death, divorce or separations, help for those experiencing depression and anxiety, etc.

I have extensive experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. I believe in the mind and body's ability to heal and bring you closer to health and wholeness. With children, my collaborative approach incorporates the entire family as a healing agent in a child's life. With adults and couples, I assist the self exploration process with the goal of helping you achieve desired changes. My strengths include adapting to a broad spectrum of individuals and identifying ways to help them progress forward.

As human beings in a world that can be difficult and overwhelming, I view therapy as one way to integrate our life experience and accept the present reality. I will recognize your strengths and abilities to navigate life through a time of change and loss. We all need help at times. No one likes to feel stuck, unheard or unseen.

I have a specialty in working with members of the LGBTQIA community. I consider and provide care that is specific to the needs of these individuals. I am able to provide individual, family , couples, and group therapy to these clients. I assist in linking clients to medical professionals, if necessary, for living an authentic life and affirming their gender identity. I have knowledge specific to issues of this population including sexual orientation and gender exploration, gender transition, gender dysphoria, relationship and sexual issues, and family /social issues.

Psychotherapy is about growth, expansion, and evolution, in addition to healing from painful experiences. Seeking support through psychotherapy as a strength. My aim and purpose as your therapist is to cultivate a collaborative therapeutic alliance meant to empower, foster self-compassion, and promote and motivate change. My enthusiastic and relaxed style encourages clients to address concerns with freedom and non judgement.

In the journey of life, storms occur in our path that may throw us off course. Some of these challenges and transitions can be difficult to navigate. Past storms can also keep us from moving forward in life. I believe in the capacity of every person to live a joy-filled, empowered life. I enjoy walking alongside my clients, for a time, to assist them in reclaiming their life. At times our children also need extra guidance to navigate through life's storms. Together, we can work with your child and help them develop coping and/or social skills; developing a stronger sense of self.

I can imagine this part of the process can be quite intimidating. In fact, the road leading up to this moment could have been riddled with obstacles and barriers. Whether those obstacles are fear of what others may think, past upsets from previous set-backs, or not knowing where to turn, You can get the help you deserve. Individuals that I serve are individuals who are at different walks of life that wouldn't mind having an objective view to help them navigate through the nuances of life.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS WILLING TO MEET VIA TELEHEALTH. The clients I work with are seeking natural, holistic interventions for improving their mental health; alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stressors, anger/resentment, grief, etc. Wellness of the mind and body can be achieved through mindfulness and meditative practices, cognitive-behavioral therapy (changing the way you think and behave), proper nutrition, movement/physical exercise, and for some, belief in a higher power.