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Karen Robbins
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Karen Robbins

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

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Vernon Hills, IL 60061
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Life can be difficult and overwhelming at times. I am passionate about helping you where you're at within the context of a safe therapeutic environment. Have you had feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, or depression? Or are feeling stuck, wondering about life and where you fit in? Maybe you're struggling in a relationship or marriage? I enjoy working with young adults, adults, couples and families. I have extra training treating couples conflict, anxiety, social anxiety, depression, Self Injury, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) I also enjoy working with couples who are struggling in their marriage or relationship.
Couples & Marriage Specialist: I am Highly trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) I have completed many years of clinical training in EFT and have helped many couples regain closeness. EFT is clinically proven to help couples who have become alienated by negative interaction cycles. For more information: https://iceeft.com/what-is-eft/
I work from a strengths based approach, using clinically proven therapies. After originally being trained as a school social worker and working many years at a Behavioral Health Hospital, I have a broad range of experience which gives me the extra training and experience of being able to understand personal struggles.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Cherry Hill Counseling

Vernon Hills, IL 60061

I am providing teletherapy video sessions using Zoom
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Anxiety and Family Conflict 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hi, welcome to my practice. I specialize in seeing adults and couples and am highly trained in EFT and CBT. Please email me for availability
Karen Robbins
Connect with Karen Robbins

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Cherry Hill Counseling

Vernon Hills, IL 60061

I am providing teletherapy video sessions using Zoom
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Anxiety and Family Conflict 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hi, welcome to my practice. I specialize in seeing adults and couples and am highly trained in EFT and CBT. Please email me for availability
Karen Robbins

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Pay by Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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You will enter your insurance information through your TeleTherapy portal and my office manager will verify it.
with questions.
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
"
You will enter your insurance information through your TeleTherapy portal and my office manager will verify it.
with questions.
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.018216 Karen Robbins
  • In Practice for 12 Years
  • Certificate from International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT) / 2016
  • Certificate from Chicago Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy CCEFT / 2016
  • Attended Aurora University, Graduated 2012
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I have years of extra training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Specializing in seeing couples. I am an active member of The Chicago and international EFT community. I also have extra training working with teenagers, adults and seniors.
with questions.
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
"
I have years of extra training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Specializing in seeing couples. I am an active member of The Chicago and international EFT community. I also have extra training working with teenagers, adults and seniors.
with questions.
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Anxiety
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in working with couples who are struggling in their relationship. During our initial session I will help you learn your negative pattern and then for you to learn a new pattern for improved communication and closeness. I also treat depression and anxiety and I will teach you coping skills for improved mood and how to reduce anxiety symptoms.
with questions.
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
"
I specialize in working with couples who are struggling in their relationship. During our initial session I will help you learn your negative pattern and then for you to learn a new pattern for improved communication and closeness. I also treat depression and anxiety and I will teach you coping skills for improved mood and how to reduce anxiety symptoms.
with questions.
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Cancer
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Cancer
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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I often use Emotional Focus Therapy (EFT) in my practice primarily for couples counseling. My beginning work with couples is to help you learn your negative pattern and change it through an attachment lens. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) I'll help you explore how your thoughts affect your mood and I will help you learn how to change your self talk to improve your mood and anxiety.
with questions.
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
"
I often use Emotional Focus Therapy (EFT) in my practice primarily for couples counseling. My beginning work with couples is to help you learn your negative pattern and change it through an attachment lens. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) I'll help you explore how your thoughts affect your mood and I will help you learn how to change your self talk to improve your mood and anxiety.
with questions.
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Cherry Hill Counseling

Vernon Hills, IL 60061

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I am providing teletherapy video sessions using Zoom
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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I am providing teletherapy video sessions using Zoom
Karen Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Last Modified: 18 Apr 2024