Therapists in 62220

Maybe you have been to a therapist or two and haven't been able to dig as deep as you would like to go in order to move into your most authentic sense of being. Perhaps you struggle with a sense of purpose, self-esteem, have a sense of emptiness or loneliness, or are feeling confused about next steps. You will likely find me to be a good fit if you are looking to do much deeper work to finally resolve pain from the past as opposed to merely coping with it. Our work will be guided by a vision of long-term mental health, growing into authenticity, and creating a sense of emotional regulation that you may not have experienced yet.

The world is a noisy, busy place, and I believe that therapy can create a space to slow down and allow for you to be heard and supported. People are fascinating and everyone is dealing with some level of struggle and discomfort. I’m not afraid to dig into the uncomfortable through patience, empathy, acceptance, and thoughtfulness with a side of tough love, laid back attitude, humor, and out-of-the-box approaches. My specializations include trauma, crisis, anger management, anxiety, depression, survivor’s guilt, everyday life stressors, and self-image/perception issues.

Reaching out is never entirely easy, but post pandemic, options have opened. This is why we are providing services online to areas in Southern IL. These past few years we are facing more life stressors, multiple transitions and extra relational challenges. Coping in healthy ways is paramount to functioning well. We believe in resilience and hope to help you find yours. Join us online to return to your best self.

Each of us experience a unique journey in life. Our life journey presents many challenges and obstacles. At times it is difficult to face this journey alone, especially when you don't have a support system. Therapy is a safe environment for addressing the challenges in life that seem unmanageable. A healthy therapeutic relationship based on genuine acceptance and unconditional positive regard can promote positive change. My goal is to empower you to take charge of your life, discover your purpose, and begin living a life in which you are emotionally, spiritually, and physically healthy. Taking new clients March 1

The process of self-discovery and healthy growth can be a confusing and scary one. Add in anxiety, depression, pressure from others, substance use or insecurity and now help is needed! I have experience working with adults, teenagers, adolescents and children in residential, school and office settings. My specialty areas include depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, substance abuse, and school/work-life balance.

In my therapy practice, I work to create a space where clients feel accepted and free to express themselves. I work with clients to help empower them in their lives, to promote healthy relationships and to build resiliency for all of life’s changes. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them develop insight to achieve their goals. It is important to me that my relationship with clients is built upon trust and that what is important to them is the focus of their time in therapy.

Hi there! I'm a therapist with a certified specialty in perinatal mental health. I utilize holistic and innovative methods to treat life's common (and some not so common) speed-bumps - the ones that usually leave us feeling like we're trapped in frustrating cycles or tapped out energetically. My life's work and passion is all about holding space for clients who are ready to own their stories and transform their lives. I aim to work with individuals who are ready to become empowered to make a return to their most authentic self! If you are looking for a counselor who is creative, non-judgmental & laid back, we may be a great fit.

Virtual sessions available for Illinois and Missouri clients. You've been doing all the things that you know are supposed to help but you are still struggling. This is a new era of 'life is hard' and it requires all the resources that are available. Check out my website to learn a bit more about me and when you are ready, email me so I can be one of those resources for you.

I have been a therapist for 17 years and have counseled hundreds of people dealing with the typical stresses of life and relationships, trauma, anger management, and those diagnosed with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, and other behavioral disorders. I bring further experience from working in behavioral health facilities, non-profit organizations, Illinois Department of Corrections, crisis intervention, and military mental health. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.

If you are like many people in our country today, you have experienced depression, anxiety, grief, loss, life changes, economic hardship, relationship and family stressors. You may feel that these challenges are overwhelming and that you don't feel you have the support to overcome them alone. I'm here to help you face these stressors and develop new skills to cope and to achieve the dreams you believe in. I believe that everyone has within them the courage and strength to reach their highest potential and that I can help you tap into that inner wealth of resources.

When choosing a therapist it is important to consider many different perspectives. First and most importantly, is this someone that you will be comfortable working with? Education and experience are other considerations? However, when it comes right down to it, it's about connecting. All the great tools that a therapist may have will be useless if you do not connect with them. I have heard from many of my clients about negative experiences in the past with therapists and how they feel like nothing really happened.

I am currently welcoming new clients who are wishing to create and achieve goals while exploring his or her life's journey. Understanding and reprocessing traumatic experiences is a large part of the experience, and I believe that everyone has the potential to heal. Anger, sadness, joy, fear and so many other emotions add spice to our lives. I strive to help others master and accept the way emotions, thoughts, and behaviors impact our relationships. If you are looking to grow in a safe environment and find your niche, I would be honored to embark on that journey with you.

I focus on my clients' individual situations and work with them to find answers they need to live healthy and productive lives. My goal is to empower clients to use their individual strengths. I use an eclectic approach, which can include cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, object relations and DBT techniques. I am an art therapist, and incorporate creative expression when appropriate. I may use one or all of these approaches with you. I believe treatment is a journey that we take together, the ultimate end result being you walk your own path with tools you need to be healthy and happy.

Your anxiety is relentless and has taken over every aspect of your life. You’ve struggled with it for so long but nothing seems to be able to get it to go away. You try, oh, believe me, you try. Regardless of what you do, how many times you do it, or how long you do it, the anxiety persists. Your mind is a playground for anxiety provoking, distressing and sometimes obsessive thoughts that are uncomfortable and sometimes even makes you question you as a person. Who would have thoughts like this? Why can't I let this go? What makes me so afraid of this? One thing is for certain, it doesn't seem like ANYTHING really works.

A positive and empathetic relationship between therapist and client is essential in resolving your mental health concerns. I work well with clients ready to change but who are also fearful of that change. I will be your biggest cheerleader but I will also challenge you to reframe anxious thinking, learn to deal with uncomfortable feelings, use EMDR to help move you through trauma, and finally help you to learn to accept yourself in a compassionate and healthy manner.

I believe instilling hope should be one of the top focuses of therapy. As long as you have hope, together we can focus on your strengths to achieve your goals. We are all human and experience different emotional changes throughout our lifetimes. Sometimes it is difficult to address these issues with family or friends; it may be easier to have an impartial, unbiased person with whom to talk through these issues. Together we can develop goals and tackle them one by one, at a pace that is comfortable and appropriate.

Whether you've been to a counselor before or this is your first time seeking help, I offer acceptance, openness, and inclusion to everyone. Some concerns I've helped others with include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder and traits, trauma, abuse, sexuality, substance use, work stress, and caregiver stress.

Children and adolescents experience a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty regulating emotions, and challenges with impulse control. These issues make it difficult to deal with unfortunate but common factors, like family or sibling conflict, parental divorce, or unexpected loss. Many children respond to these issues and factors with less-than-desirable behaviors, such as electronic/video game addiction, educational challenges, difficulty making friends, substance abuse issues, or destructive and defiant behaviors.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in a private practice setting. I want to provide support and guidance in a safe place for clients to heal and grow while setting goals and working towards those goals. I work from a Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach to help you better understand the way your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are intertwined. I want to help clients gain insight and coping skills to create change and self acceptance.