"You've been trying to find your way back to your old self again, but are struggling and stuck. Something has to change. For some reason, it seems impossible to do things well enough at work or at school or at home with your family, maybe even with a new baby. You're feeling disconnected and worried about letting people down. It's gotten really hard to keep up. Being stretched so thin and constantly fighting to tread water is taking its toll on your patience, too. Every little thing is irritating. It feels so hopeless to not be able to just pull it together and be more like everyone else around you, especially if you're a new mom."

"Due to the ever increasing demands placed on us and our time, situations can arise that overwhelm our ability to cope. As we struggle to deal with these challenges, we can begin to feel anxious, sad, and even depressed. I believe that all people have an innate ability to navigate through these difficult times. However, we can become stuck, losing the creativity and humor needed to manage these challenges."

"Are you unhappy with how your life has turned out? Maybe your relationships are not what you had hoped for, or regrets from the past have crept in and clouded your self-esteem. Over the years I have helped many people, in an accepting and confidential setting, to look at themselves and others in a new way and make positive changes that make a difference in how they feel about life."

"Jamie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. Jamie believes in developing a trusting, supportive relationship with his clients, understanding that the decision to address one's issues can be both frightening and overwhelming. He believes that contentment in life is attainable, and will commit to walking with the client as they face fear, challenges and change. Jamie uses cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness approaches, as well as offering a variety of recovery models to facilitate his client's personal growth. Jamie earned his MSW from the University of Maryland."

"It can be tough to feel seen, heard and understood. Even day-to-day life experiences can be painful if you're feeling alone and vulnerable and the idea of starting or restarting therapy and finding the right fit can be intimidating. You may worry that you wont find a therapist who takes time to understand you and what you're going through without judgement. "

"Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and hold a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northeastern Illinois University. I believe everyone deserves and desires to live a life worth living and its a therapists' role to help clients achieve that goal. I believe in a very collaborative relationship with clients to help build an open and honest relationship."

"As a trained Bowen Family Systems Therapist, I am eager to work with individuals, couples and families on the wide range of issues that exist in human life. I see all difficulties in life as opportunities to understand oneself better and think through the issues at hand. These difficulties can best be understood through a broad lens, that addresses all parts of an issue. Work in Family Systems allows one to fully comprehend one's part in the issue(s) and figure out the best next step."

"Choosing to engage in therapy can be an overwhelming and intimidating experience and I am here to support you through this decision to get help and move forward. In my work as a professional counselor I strive to always have an empathetic and non-judgmental approach to helping my clients reach the positive changes that they are seeking. I use various therapeutic strategies, tailored to my client's needs and strengths. I greatly enjoy being a therapist and feel that it is an honor to get to help and truly understand others."

"It's a brave decision to seek therapy and the experience can be the greatest gift you give yourself. I offer a relaxing space where you can reflect and focus on personal growth and positive change. I provide positive feedback to help you address current life challenges and resolve long standing issues. Often the goal of therapy can be as simple as becoming aware of patterns and understanding how your motivations are linked to certain behaviors."

"The need for connection and understanding are integral to the human experience. With this belief I serve individuals, couples, and families using a systemic and multicultural framework. The foundation of my work is honing in on the inherent capability of my clients in order to reach their goals and develop a life that best serves them. My interest and experience is in providing treatment for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, couple and family communication issues, life stage transition difficulties, and trauma related to race, sexuality and gender. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults of all backgrounds. "

""We all need somebody to lean on." Lean on Me by Bill Withers is a song that articulates one of the best things you can do when life is challenging. Reaching out to family, friends, and a kind professional for help will enable you to get support and make positive changes in your life. Asking for help can be a vulnerable and scary experience, but the results are often worth it. I am devoted to manifesting growth and stability with all my clients. I am an active, enthusiastic clinician who gives thoughtful feedback after listening carefully to the problem."

"Val has woven traditional talk therapy and creative techniques to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for individuals, youth and families to work through difficult life experiences. She has extensive experience working with youth and families managing the challenges associated with emotional and behavioral problems, domestic violence, sexual assault, mental health concerns, and various traumatic life events. She believes in an empowerment and strength-based approach while fostering an environment that encourages self-acceptance, self-awareness and growth."

"As a therapist, I work collaboratively with clients to treat and manage their mental health issues. Due to the nature of our practice, I work with a wide range of clients negotiating unique life challenges. I provide individual psychotherapy, family therapy, psychological assessments, and evaluations for schools. Clients that seek treatment are generally managing symptoms from depression, anxiety, trauma, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or stress related issues. "

"Life is complicated and seldom straightforward. We are often left facing challenges that are surprising and difficult to navigate. It may be a new role, a disappointment at work, a problem in a relationship, or some lasting echoes from the past that still show up, that causes us to feel anxious, angry, sad, confused and “stuck”. We try our best to manage by using coping strategies that turn out to be more problematic than helpful. We are then left thinking, what happened? Will I ever feel like my old self? Why can't I just get over this? If you are anxious, struggling to focus, overwhelmed by work or family, I am trained to help"

"If you are feeling trapped and consumed by anxiety, an eating disorder, body image distress or OCD, I am a personable, compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who can help you take charge of your life again. I would feel privileged to provide you with a safe space and useful coping tools in a friendly therapeutic setting. Intense emotions and obsessive thinking often take us out of the present moment and slow our progress towards a life of passion, presence and purpose. "

"Choosing to talk to a professional is a big decision. You may have been thinking about it for months or even years. Let me put your mind at ease about what you'll find if you choose to contact me and come for a session. You'll find someone warm and welcoming who will sit down and have a conversation with you. I will ask about what's been going on and you can tell me what's been troubling you. I will help you to think about possible explanations and solutions in a way you probably haven't thought of before."

""I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with offices in Evanston and Wilmette. I specialize in marriage and family therapy. I also work with teens, young adults, and individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression or struggling to cope with life issues. I am a hope focused therapist who believes that one can be made whole with the right kind of intervention.""

"First thing we do is discuss the presenting issue. The homework is to complete a personality style questionnaire that is key in helping to focus on the work. Then we see how the personality works with the presenting issue. Then we set up a way to address the issue that is tailored to the personality style. I assign common sense realistic ways for you to be able to use that will result in an immediate healthy sense of well being. I do individual and relationship counseling. I have the life and professional experience needed to help you."

"I help my clients lead less burdensome, more joyful, and more emotionally connected lives. Together we can: find new tools to deal with challenging situations; uncover the reasons you are feeling down and rekindle excitement in your life; break patterns of fear and develop coping mechanisms to make success possible; work through feelings of low self-esteem and build confidence; move past the obstacles that prevent you from fostering deeper connections with others; identify the causes of obsessive thinking and help transcend the problem; and break free of destructive patterns and develop new skills to improve your life."