"I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have experience with a variety of conditions including anxiety and depression, behavioral problems and impulse control disorders, difficulties adjusting to major life changes and transitions, and issues related to identity and self esteem."

"My approach to working with children, teens, parents, families, and adults is strenth-based. Experience has taught be to value and support the potential in all to achieve insight and to gain mastery over conflicts or difficulties and to be able to do so without the use of medication. Rather than thinking in terms of "disorders," I find it more helpful to appreciate that each person is uniquely or differently "ordered" and to help all find their way toward agency and effectiveness in their feelings about themselves, their relationships and their work."

"Julia Jenvey thinks of therapy as a creative collaboration – together, guest and therapist test out new strategies, find new perspectives, and develop new habits. Julia studied Psychology and English at University of Wisconsin –Madison and has a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from University of Chicago. She understands that guests often feel stuck in cycles of thinking, feeling, and reacting. She works with a broad range of people, always emphasizing, above all, the interchange between physical and mental health."

"A therapeutic relationship has the potential to heal long-standing emotional/psychological issues. In my practice, the needs of my clients guide my interventions. 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 assist clients to figure out what they really want so it can be manifested in how they live their lives. 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."

"It takes guts to confront your pain and struggle. Clients I work with are some of the strongest, most resilient folks I know. They don’t always feel this way, and they come to therapy feeling raw, maybe lost, and certainly quite vulnerable. I view psychotherapy as a deeply collaborative process that aims to help you discover and tap into your strengths and resources. "

"Therapeutic relationships set the stage for people to be empowered and develop effective strategies to remove long-standing obstacles in order to live engaged, vivid, and more fulfilling lives. The act of being heard and understood is healing in-and-of itself. I encourage clients to uncover internal resources in order to accomplish their goals. Therapy can provide clients with a safe place to express feelings and receive feedback and guidance. This can commonly lead clients to live a life of inner peace, balance, and happiness."

"Pain and adjustment is a part of life. I am here to walk with you through the process so that you will arrive at your goal feeling healthy and whole. The client's experience from beginning to the end of treatment are all very important to me and the healing process. We all desire healthy, happy and loving relationships, and this takes courage and will pull us out of our comfort zone. Sometimes loving ourselves is the best place to start."

"As a graduate of Seton Hall University with a Bachelors Degree in Social Work, I currently a pursuing a Masters Degree in Social Work with a focus on Clinical Counseling. I am clinical training under the licensure of Cornerstone Counseling Center of Chicago as an Individual Counselor and Title I children's counselor focusing on self improvement and empowerment."

"I specialize in working with individuals experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression, and adjustment to life transitions."

"My passion is to bring hope, healing and guidance to survivors of sexual trauma, betrayal, trauma, and relational trauma and to couples, families, and parents who are experiencing conflict and stress in their relationships with signifiant others and or their children. I am also passionate about providing safe, shame, and judgement free spaces for adults, children, and adolescents who are struggling with identity issues, depression, and anxiety to grieve losses, enhance their self-esteem and self-worth, and improve their communication skills, and personal boundaries to strengthen their relationships."

"I provide phone sessions as well as office sessions to accommodate busy professionals, or those who travel for a living, or retirees and part-time state residents. I believe therapy should result in profound permanent change, rather than a superficial Band-Aid treatment. I am ready to partner with my clients toward that goal. I also supervise emerging clinicians and clinicians in training."

"Life can be hard. When we are in distress, it negatively impacts our relationships, careers, and health. But some of our hardest times are also our biggest opportunities for growth and healing. In my work, I focus on a better you. Together we will come up with tools to help you navigate life's struggles and achieve a greater sense of well-being. My clinical interests and expertise include: life-stage transitions, adolescent adjustment and identity issues, women's issues, adolescent girls, self-harm, disordered eating, body and self-image, divorce/remarriage, couples, infidelity, relationship issues, and trauma."

"Our early experiences, particularly our early childhood experiences, lay the foundation for how we perceive ourselves, others, and the world. In many instances, difficult developmental experiences can impact our ability to live happy and fulfilling lives, and it is my goal to help individuals recover from the pain of their past. I have a passion for working with individuals who look to learn more about themselves, and desire to grow mentally, emotionally, relationally, and spiritually."

"I have been working in the field of psychotherapy since 2004, helping clients cope primarily with depression, stress, trauma, and life changes. My undergraduate degree is from the University of Missouri, and I taught Language Arts on the high school level for two years. As a teacher, the limits of the classroom environment prevented me from reaching many of my troubled students, which led me to pursue a graduate degree from Loyola University-Chicago in Community Counseling."

"I work in collaboration with my clients to help move them towards reaching their full potential. I utilize both coaching techniques and research-validated behavioral change strategies in order to provide meaningful and lasting change. My experience and interest is in working with individuals, couples, and families. I understand that each professional relationship requires creativity, an understanding of the unique experiences and perspectives each individuals brings to the table, and a solid foundation of trust."

"In the most difficult moments of life it is crucial to connect with people, but often hard to actually do. Whether you struggle with relational or family issues, a mood disorder, a personal difficulty, or just a need for connection, I want to support you."

"Therapy offers an opportunity to relieve the burdens that weigh you down, to help you feel less alone, and to give you a chance to breathe again. I am here to remind you of your capabilities and am dedicated to being your advocate every step of the way. I work with adults and children experiencing a variety of challenges. Clients often come to me feeling defeated and tired, unsure of themselves and their future. My work focuses on helping you not only adjust to change, but more importantly, embrace your inner strength and feel empowered to weather the storms of life. "

"I provide individual therapy in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. I act as a guide and challenge you to explore what and why things may not be "working" in your life, as well as provide support and feedback to you. Finding a therapist who is a "good fit" for you can be difficult, so call me and we can discuss what you are looking for further."

"I actively foster a collaborative alliance with clients. I provide focus and support as we work together to increase your self-awareness and identify specific strategies to help you address the challenges you are experiencing. As part of this process, I help you become more mindful of habits that might get in your way while learning new approaches to live more authentically. I draw on over thirty-five years of clinical experience with varied populations in inpatient and outpatient settings. My key areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, anger management, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, motivation, underachievement, creativity issues, and procrastination."