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Hannah Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, SSW, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Joliet, IL 60435
I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focusing on individuals’ values and goals, Mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), Harm Reduction, Narrative, Art, & Play therapeutic strategies.
Hello there! I am a strong advocate, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, and judgement free therapist who will always be on my client’s side. I am passionate and love what I do., and hope my authenticity and care shines through my time with you. I will always push your feelings to be felt and your voice to be heard.
I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focusing on individuals’ values and goals, Mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), Harm Reduction, Narrative, Art, & Play therapeutic strategies.
Hello there! I am a strong advocate, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, and judgement free therapist who will always be on my client’s side. I am passionate and love what I do., and hope my authenticity and care shines through my time with you. I will always push your feelings to be felt and your voice to be heard.
(815) 869-9760 View (815) 869-9760
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Jaclyn Wesolowski
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Joliet, IL 60435
Does life feel overwhelming for you or perhaps your child at the moment? I have worked with clients of all ages for the past ten years and I also specialize in working with children and family units as a whole. I provide individual and family counseling to an array of populations, including those with anxiety, depression, ADHD, histories of physical, sexual or emotional abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, or negative coping skills. I work with my clients through a Cognitive Behavioral Approach. When working with children or adolescents I use creative approaches to therapy, including art, sand play and play therapy techniques.
Does life feel overwhelming for you or perhaps your child at the moment? I have worked with clients of all ages for the past ten years and I also specialize in working with children and family units as a whole. I provide individual and family counseling to an array of populations, including those with anxiety, depression, ADHD, histories of physical, sexual or emotional abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, or negative coping skills. I work with my clients through a Cognitive Behavioral Approach. When working with children or adolescents I use creative approaches to therapy, including art, sand play and play therapy techniques.
(815) 692-8236 View (815) 692-8236
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Brittany Olivia Bishop
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR-BC, CYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Joliet, IL 60435
I know life can become stressful at times. Life changes—even exciting ones—can lead to anxiety, stress, and grief. I specialize in developing coping skills for anxiety, strengthening self-esteem, and handling life transitions. Whether you are making a career transition, are feeling the need for a change in life, or are feeling anxious and doubting yourself, I can help you recognize your strengths and improve your coping skills to manage these stressors. Using talk and art therapy, as well as the opportunity to integrate yoga, I would be honored to be part of your journey and to help you live the life you dream about.
I know life can become stressful at times. Life changes—even exciting ones—can lead to anxiety, stress, and grief. I specialize in developing coping skills for anxiety, strengthening self-esteem, and handling life transitions. Whether you are making a career transition, are feeling the need for a change in life, or are feeling anxious and doubting yourself, I can help you recognize your strengths and improve your coping skills to manage these stressors. Using talk and art therapy, as well as the opportunity to integrate yoga, I would be honored to be part of your journey and to help you live the life you dream about.
(815) 857-8534 View (815) 857-8534
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Stephanie Brands
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Joliet, IL 60435  (Online Only)
Fun and empathetic therapist here to help you tackle life's most difficult times. Whether you are looking for a therapist to vent to, learn new skills from, or needing to dig deeper and process traumatic events in your life, I am here to support you. I will help facilitate healing while getting to the root cause of what's causing chaos in your life. We will work together as a team to build skills to help you live a happy and healthy life. My goal is to provide an accepting and judgement free environment to help you feel at ease while we tackle the process together.
Fun and empathetic therapist here to help you tackle life's most difficult times. Whether you are looking for a therapist to vent to, learn new skills from, or needing to dig deeper and process traumatic events in your life, I am here to support you. I will help facilitate healing while getting to the root cause of what's causing chaos in your life. We will work together as a team to build skills to help you live a happy and healthy life. My goal is to provide an accepting and judgement free environment to help you feel at ease while we tackle the process together.
(815) 782-0653 View (815) 782-0653
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Irina Sheppard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Joliet, IL 60435
Coming to America as a young child from Ukraine, I learned how to adjust to many different aspects of culture, language and life challenges. I believe that everyone can benefit from having a safe space to process one's own thoughts and lead their life in a way to improve their overall self being.
Coming to America as a young child from Ukraine, I learned how to adjust to many different aspects of culture, language and life challenges. I believe that everyone can benefit from having a safe space to process one's own thoughts and lead their life in a way to improve their overall self being.
(815) 957-6936 View (815) 957-6936
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Lisa M Nardi, PC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA , LCPC , PC
Verified Verified
Joliet, IL 60435  (Online Only)
We are all very capable of being happy. Sometimes loss, our environment or trauma can impact us to the point where we are no longer healthy or happy. I believe that we can be the healthiest version of ourselves with unconditional support. I love to empower my clients and give them the tools to improve their quality of life. I believe that we all struggle in life; being human is not a easy feat for many of us. I myself have struggled with many of the issues I specialize in, so I will do my best to get the core and to help you to heal yourself by strengthening your skills but will also do so with a very empathetic understanding.
We are all very capable of being happy. Sometimes loss, our environment or trauma can impact us to the point where we are no longer healthy or happy. I believe that we can be the healthiest version of ourselves with unconditional support. I love to empower my clients and give them the tools to improve their quality of life. I believe that we all struggle in life; being human is not a easy feat for many of us. I myself have struggled with many of the issues I specialize in, so I will do my best to get the core and to help you to heal yourself by strengthening your skills but will also do so with a very empathetic understanding.
(708) 280-0279 View (708) 280-0279
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B&B Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Joliet, IL 60435
At B&B Therapy we strive to ensure all of our clients, regardless of age, receive the best care we can provide. We have tailored our adult and adolescent therapy rooms to be relaxing and calm to help our clients feel like they are at home. Our child therapy rooms are designed to help our clinicians provide fun and safe play therapy to help our young clients feel comfortable to be themselves. At B&B Therapy we believe in promoting growth and autonomy to help all our clients succeed outside of our therapy rooms.
At B&B Therapy we strive to ensure all of our clients, regardless of age, receive the best care we can provide. We have tailored our adult and adolescent therapy rooms to be relaxing and calm to help our clients feel like they are at home. Our child therapy rooms are designed to help our clinicians provide fun and safe play therapy to help our young clients feel comfortable to be themselves. At B&B Therapy we believe in promoting growth and autonomy to help all our clients succeed outside of our therapy rooms.
(815) 456-8418 View (815) 456-8418
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Battle Clinical Services
Psychologist, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Joliet, IL 60435
With over 15 years clinical experience in the treatment of: children, adolescents, and adults, she holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Children and Adolescents. She continues to work on interdisciplinary teams within community mental health, private practice, churches, schools, and within the corporate sectors. Dr Battle is a mental health subject matter expert for several national and international organizations. She regularly participates in discussion panels on a range of topics regarding mental health/wellness and suicide prevention as it relates to youth.
With over 15 years clinical experience in the treatment of: children, adolescents, and adults, she holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Children and Adolescents. She continues to work on interdisciplinary teams within community mental health, private practice, churches, schools, and within the corporate sectors. Dr Battle is a mental health subject matter expert for several national and international organizations. She regularly participates in discussion panels on a range of topics regarding mental health/wellness and suicide prevention as it relates to youth.
(815) 453-9130 View (815) 453-9130
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John Abad
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Joliet, IL 60435
Hello, my name is John Abad, LCPC, and I have worked for over six years as a therapist. I work with ages 5+, adolescents, and adults. My focus areas are Anxiety, Coping Skills, Emotional Disturbance, Parenting, and Stress. I use a mix of Clinical Supervision and Licensed, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Transpersonal, and Schema Therapy. I believe in utilizing my preference in guided modalities and focusing on developing talents and interests.
Hello, my name is John Abad, LCPC, and I have worked for over six years as a therapist. I work with ages 5+, adolescents, and adults. My focus areas are Anxiety, Coping Skills, Emotional Disturbance, Parenting, and Stress. I use a mix of Clinical Supervision and Licensed, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Transpersonal, and Schema Therapy. I believe in utilizing my preference in guided modalities and focusing on developing talents and interests.
(331) 259-8722 View (331) 259-8722
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Amy N Druzik
Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Joliet, IL 60435
I am committed to supporting my clients, responding to their therapeutic needs, and understanding the problems that are present in their daily lives. I value each client and work to build a therapeutic relationship based on trust and transparency. While offering support, nurturance, and compassion, I will help you successfully cope with life's many challenges.
I am committed to supporting my clients, responding to their therapeutic needs, and understanding the problems that are present in their daily lives. I value each client and work to build a therapeutic relationship based on trust and transparency. While offering support, nurturance, and compassion, I will help you successfully cope with life's many challenges.
(708) 746-4086 View (708) 746-4086
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Midwest Asian Health Association
Verified Verified
Joliet, IL 60435
The Midwest Asian Health Association's Community Mental Health Clinic (CMHC) was established in 2015 with the vision to provide linguistically appropriate, culturally sensitive, and financially affordable mental health services to underserved Asian American & Pacific Islander, Asian immigrants, and other low-income minority populations in the Midwest. The counselors and staff at the CMHC are dedicated to creating community in which all people, regardless of language or ability to pay, will be able to access mental health services to improve their mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
The Midwest Asian Health Association's Community Mental Health Clinic (CMHC) was established in 2015 with the vision to provide linguistically appropriate, culturally sensitive, and financially affordable mental health services to underserved Asian American & Pacific Islander, Asian immigrants, and other low-income minority populations in the Midwest. The counselors and staff at the CMHC are dedicated to creating community in which all people, regardless of language or ability to pay, will be able to access mental health services to improve their mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
(312) 800-1761 View (312) 800-1761
Photo of Samantha Garcia, Licensed Professional Counselor in 60435, IL
Samantha Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Joliet, IL 60435
Life can be filled with challenging experiences and obstacles that leave us feeling hopeless, worried, restless, frustrated or even stuck. Sometimes we feel lost and confused about our purpose in life. Other times we can feel unsettled and consumed with worry. Maybe you even feel powerless, like you're going through the motions of the day under a gray cloud and can't seem to find the energy to move forward. If this resonates, I will help you process your feelings, guide you through useful coping strategies and ultimately work alongside you to reach your therapeutic goals.
Life can be filled with challenging experiences and obstacles that leave us feeling hopeless, worried, restless, frustrated or even stuck. Sometimes we feel lost and confused about our purpose in life. Other times we can feel unsettled and consumed with worry. Maybe you even feel powerless, like you're going through the motions of the day under a gray cloud and can't seem to find the energy to move forward. If this resonates, I will help you process your feelings, guide you through useful coping strategies and ultimately work alongside you to reach your therapeutic goals.
(815) 446-3051 View (815) 446-3051
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Mario A Garcia
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Joliet, IL 60435
Hi, my name is Mario Garcia. I am a Spanish speaking Counselor and my pronouns are he/him. I provide a safe and comfortable environment for you to begin exploring areas of yourself that may be difficult or causing you distress. Counseling can often be an overwhelming experience. I understand that putting yourself in a vulnerable position is never easy. My genuine warmth and humor will allow you to begin addressing the areas in your life that may be holding you back.
Hi, my name is Mario Garcia. I am a Spanish speaking Counselor and my pronouns are he/him. I provide a safe and comfortable environment for you to begin exploring areas of yourself that may be difficult or causing you distress. Counseling can often be an overwhelming experience. I understand that putting yourself in a vulnerable position is never easy. My genuine warmth and humor will allow you to begin addressing the areas in your life that may be holding you back.
(815) 567-8410 View (815) 567-8410
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Jennifer Smith
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Joliet, IL 60435
Not feeling like yourself lately? Unresolved struggles can lead to a variety of symptoms that make life more difficult to handle. Maybe you've been holding it all inside for longer than you care to admit. You want to talk to someone, but are having a difficult time finding the right person in your family or friend group. You don't have to continue to bottle your feelings and potentially let them build up until they explode in an unhealthy manner. I know that taking the step to begin therapy can feel scary, but seeking help can be the first step to taking back control of your life.
Not feeling like yourself lately? Unresolved struggles can lead to a variety of symptoms that make life more difficult to handle. Maybe you've been holding it all inside for longer than you care to admit. You want to talk to someone, but are having a difficult time finding the right person in your family or friend group. You don't have to continue to bottle your feelings and potentially let them build up until they explode in an unhealthy manner. I know that taking the step to begin therapy can feel scary, but seeking help can be the first step to taking back control of your life.
(815) 591-5440 View (815) 591-5440
Art Therapy

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.