Therapists in Charleston, IL
Lisa M. Rankin
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, LSOTP, LSOE
Verified Verified
Charleston, IL 61920
I am a psychotherapist certified in EMDR level II, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, SOMB, Trauma Focused-CBT who also utilizes emotion focused therapy.
I appreciate a person who is ready to work on becoming the best they can be. I have a "get real" approach to what matters and that is you! I utilize your strengths to identify interfering issues and will help you to develop effective coping strategies in a confidential setting.
I am a psychotherapist certified in EMDR level II, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, SOMB, Trauma Focused-CBT who also utilizes emotion focused therapy.
I appreciate a person who is ready to work on becoming the best they can be. I have a "get real" approach to what matters and that is you! I utilize your strengths to identify interfering issues and will help you to develop effective coping strategies in a confidential setting.
Online Therapists
Maritza Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
When it comes to Maritza’s therapeutic style, she has been described as patient, understanding, and accepting yet also persistent and straightforward. Most of Maritza's clinical work has been centered around gender challenges, gender transitioning, sexuality, sexual orientation, sexual development, sexual assault, adverse childhood experiences, and trauma. Additionally, she specializes in oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, behavioral disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
When it comes to Maritza’s therapeutic style, she has been described as patient, understanding, and accepting yet also persistent and straightforward. Most of Maritza's clinical work has been centered around gender challenges, gender transitioning, sexuality, sexual orientation, sexual development, sexual assault, adverse childhood experiences, and trauma. Additionally, she specializes in oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, behavioral disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Brittany Helmich- Behavioral Health Center of IL.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC, MA
Verified Verified
Springfield, IL 62703
approach, with skills that encompass the tenets of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, and REBT with a focus on one’s strengths and resiliency.
Brittany Helmich is a LCPC and CADC. She attained her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Blackburn College and her Master's Degree in Clinical Adult Psychology from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville. Brittany’s clinical experience ranges from Wells Center, community mental health, both Gateway residential and outpatient substance use disorder treatment, drug court, Memorial psychiatric response team and crisis counseling, and working with service members and their families through the Illinois Army and Air National Guard. Brittany’s therapeutic experience includes working with children,
approach, with skills that encompass the tenets of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, and REBT with a focus on one’s strengths and resiliency.
Brittany Helmich is a LCPC and CADC. She attained her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Blackburn College and her Master's Degree in Clinical Adult Psychology from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville. Brittany’s clinical experience ranges from Wells Center, community mental health, both Gateway residential and outpatient substance use disorder treatment, drug court, Memorial psychiatric response team and crisis counseling, and working with service members and their families through the Illinois Army and Air National Guard. Brittany’s therapeutic experience includes working with children,
Fida Abdelrasoul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
Angi Chasensky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CTP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
I use an integrated approach to therapy which may include trauma-informed techniques from various counseling approaches, including (but not limited to), Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance Therapy, Polyvagal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems, and Humanistic Psychology.
My empathetic approach meets the individual where they are, to explore their concerns without shame, guilt, or judgment. Everyone faces challenges and difficult times in their life. The way we receive information from the people, places, and things in our environment is rooted in experience, belief systems, and our personality. We respond and interact with others based on our defined relationship with ourselves and our experiences. My goal is to create a safe environment, to cultivate an authentic relationship with yourself. We will work together to develop attainable treatment goals based on your needs and wants.
I use an integrated approach to therapy which may include trauma-informed techniques from various counseling approaches, including (but not limited to), Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance Therapy, Polyvagal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems, and Humanistic Psychology.
My empathetic approach meets the individual where they are, to explore their concerns without shame, guilt, or judgment. Everyone faces challenges and difficult times in their life. The way we receive information from the people, places, and things in our environment is rooted in experience, belief systems, and our personality. We respond and interact with others based on our defined relationship with ourselves and our experiences. My goal is to create a safe environment, to cultivate an authentic relationship with yourself. We will work together to develop attainable treatment goals based on your needs and wants.
Rachel Schoener
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820 (Online Only)
I individualize treatment to meet the client’s needs, but draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therap.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. I have worked with a wide range of mental health disorders while working in residential treatment and at an inpatient psychiatric hospital. I also have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with crisis, domestic violence, refugee resettlement, and trauma.
I individualize treatment to meet the client’s needs, but draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therap.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. I have worked with a wide range of mental health disorders while working in residential treatment and at an inpatient psychiatric hospital. I also have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with crisis, domestic violence, refugee resettlement, and trauma.
Evonne Stephenson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Some of these techniques or treatment methods include: art therapy, sand tray therapy, neuro/biofeedback, EMDR, animal assisted therapy, family counseling, equine therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, herbal therapy, and play therapy.
Often times life can get tough. It can affect you, your marriage/relationship, your family, your children, your ability to parent, your self-worth, and more than anything, your ability to overcome any obstacles you are facing. I believe within each of us we have the strength to overcome the impossible. Out of pain comes something stronger, better, and the ability to thrive. I believe you already have the answers you seek and you contain the ability to change the worst circumstances. Sometimes our paths are hidden by everything weighing us down, which can make us feel overwhelmed. This can prevent us from seeing a way out...
Some of these techniques or treatment methods include: art therapy, sand tray therapy, neuro/biofeedback, EMDR, animal assisted therapy, family counseling, equine therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, herbal therapy, and play therapy.
Often times life can get tough. It can affect you, your marriage/relationship, your family, your children, your ability to parent, your self-worth, and more than anything, your ability to overcome any obstacles you are facing. I believe within each of us we have the strength to overcome the impossible. Out of pain comes something stronger, better, and the ability to thrive. I believe you already have the answers you seek and you contain the ability to change the worst circumstances. Sometimes our paths are hidden by everything weighing us down, which can make us feel overwhelmed. This can prevent us from seeing a way out...
Monica Cherry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
Monica Cherry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Masters of Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She specializes in child and adolescent behavioral issues including coping skills, depression, and suicide-ideation. She also has extensive experience working with people on the spectrum, Mood and Thinking Disorders as well as Psychotic Disorders and medication management. She works with individuals and families and her treatment approach includes: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems.
Monica Cherry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Masters of Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She specializes in child and adolescent behavioral issues including coping skills, depression, and suicide-ideation. She also has extensive experience working with people on the spectrum, Mood and Thinking Disorders as well as Psychotic Disorders and medication management. She works with individuals and families and her treatment approach includes: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems.
Scott Michael Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), along with eclectic approaches, for evaluation & treatment of: depression, anxiety, severe mental illness, & personality disorders.
Hello! My name is Scott Murray, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in private practice as a psychotherapist. I am a graduate of Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, where I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work and soon after attained my Illinois clinical social work licensure. I have 20+ years experience working in outpatient clinics, in-patient psychiatric treatment facilities, academic institutions, and forensic facilities where I provided assessment and therapy to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), along with eclectic approaches, for evaluation & treatment of: depression, anxiety, severe mental illness, & personality disorders.
Hello! My name is Scott Murray, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in private practice as a psychotherapist. I am a graduate of Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, where I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work and soon after attained my Illinois clinical social work licensure. I have 20+ years experience working in outpatient clinics, in-patient psychiatric treatment facilities, academic institutions, and forensic facilities where I provided assessment and therapy to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
Rachel Bunyard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
She also uses other modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Rachel Bunyard is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LPC) and specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma and want to improve their coping skills and overall mental health. Emotional and psychological trauma can make you feel helpless and Rachel is here to help you find hope and heal from your trauma. She has worked with clients with a wide range of life challenges such as sexual assault, sexual violence, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-harm, personality disorders, Executive Functioning Disorders, and others,
She also uses other modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Rachel Bunyard is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LPC) and specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma and want to improve their coping skills and overall mental health. Emotional and psychological trauma can make you feel helpless and Rachel is here to help you find hope and heal from your trauma. She has worked with clients with a wide range of life challenges such as sexual assault, sexual violence, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-harm, personality disorders, Executive Functioning Disorders, and others,
Alaina Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
During this time, I have provided support to youth with behavioral, emotional, developmental, intellectual, and physical struggles and their families.
‘A speaker raises a glass of water and asks the audience, “How heavy do you think this glass of water is?” His answer: “It depends on how long you hold it. It is the exact same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes. If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, we will not be able to carry on, the burden becoming increasingly heavier.”’ Occasionally, we have to set our burdens down so that we are able to recharge and prepare ourselves to continue moving forward. I am deeply committed to providing pathways to support and to create the best environment possible for clients.
During this time, I have provided support to youth with behavioral, emotional, developmental, intellectual, and physical struggles and their families.
‘A speaker raises a glass of water and asks the audience, “How heavy do you think this glass of water is?” His answer: “It depends on how long you hold it. It is the exact same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes. If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, we will not be able to carry on, the burden becoming increasingly heavier.”’ Occasionally, we have to set our burdens down so that we are able to recharge and prepare ourselves to continue moving forward. I am deeply committed to providing pathways to support and to create the best environment possible for clients.
Kelly Fein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820 (Online Only)
I use a cognitive-behavioral approach in addition to guided imagery, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I have over 12 years of experience in the field. Areas I like to address include, past trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, relationships, eating disorders, personality disorders, self-esteem, bullying, social awareness, and parenting support among other issues. I have extensive training in therapeutic approaches with children and adolescents including art therapy and play-based approaches, however I enjoy working with all age groups.
I use a cognitive-behavioral approach in addition to guided imagery, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I have over 12 years of experience in the field. Areas I like to address include, past trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, relationships, eating disorders, personality disorders, self-esteem, bullying, social awareness, and parenting support among other issues. I have extensive training in therapeutic approaches with children and adolescents including art therapy and play-based approaches, however I enjoy working with all age groups.
Danielle Newcomer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61822
Danielle looks forward to being a participant in your journey, and to providing you with a safe, supportive environment to explore your thoughts and emotions. She believes that to heal one must be provided with holistic care, focusing not only on mental wellbeing, but also physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. She is committed to providing this holistic approach, along with personalized treatment for each individual she meets with. Danielle utilizes an eclectic approach in therapy, which includes techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Danielle looks forward to being a participant in your journey, and to providing you with a safe, supportive environment to explore your thoughts and emotions. She believes that to heal one must be provided with holistic care, focusing not only on mental wellbeing, but also physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. She is committed to providing this holistic approach, along with personalized treatment for each individual she meets with. Danielle utilizes an eclectic approach in therapy, which includes techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Karen Jones
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61820
I have 15+ years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have worked in outpatient care, residential treatment centers, and psychiatric hospitals. My special interests include anxiety and compulsive behavior disorders, personality disorders, bipolar disorders, addiction, depression, and grief. I am passionate about engaging people in a healing process that replaces shame with serenity and wellness.
I have 15+ years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have worked in outpatient care, residential treatment centers, and psychiatric hospitals. My special interests include anxiety and compulsive behavior disorders, personality disorders, bipolar disorders, addiction, depression, and grief. I am passionate about engaging people in a healing process that replaces shame with serenity and wellness.
Tamara Covert-Schnabel
Counselor, EdD, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
My doctoral research focused on emotional and behavioral disorders, high-incidence disabilities, and special education.
It is normal to have difficulties and grapple with life issues and mental health concerns. Seeking help can be overwhelming, embarrassing, and frustrating. However, looking out for ourselves should be our number one priority. We all need someone to talk to about what we are experiencing. To understand our situation clearly, we often need to talk to an objective and active listener that can help us sort through our concerns.
My doctoral research focused on emotional and behavioral disorders, high-incidence disabilities, and special education.
It is normal to have difficulties and grapple with life issues and mental health concerns. Seeking help can be overwhelming, embarrassing, and frustrating. However, looking out for ourselves should be our number one priority. We all need someone to talk to about what we are experiencing. To understand our situation clearly, we often need to talk to an objective and active listener that can help us sort through our concerns.
Casey Perisin
Psychologist, PsyD, CCTP
Verified Verified
Normal, IL 61761 (Online Only)
Casey is extensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and frames her sessions utilizing its principles.
Casey specializes with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-injury, family of origin problems, childhood trauma, binge eating disorder, and phase of life concerns. She helps clients resolve their presenting concerns while building upon and utilizing their strengths to live genuinely with clarity, balance, and purpose in order to effectively change and fulfill their life goals.
Casey is extensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and frames her sessions utilizing its principles.
Casey specializes with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-injury, family of origin problems, childhood trauma, binge eating disorder, and phase of life concerns. She helps clients resolve their presenting concerns while building upon and utilizing their strengths to live genuinely with clarity, balance, and purpose in order to effectively change and fulfill their life goals.
Candyce Jupiter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61821
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, dialectical-behavioral, existential, and CRA counseling.
I am an Army Veteran, licensed clinical professional counselor, and nationally certified counselor through the NBCC with over 6 years of direct individual/group practice licensed in Illinois and overall 10 years of experience working as a crisis, substance use, and mental health counselor in the field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, and substance use. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, dialectical-behavioral, existential, and CRA counseling.
I am an Army Veteran, licensed clinical professional counselor, and nationally certified counselor through the NBCC with over 6 years of direct individual/group practice licensed in Illinois and overall 10 years of experience working as a crisis, substance use, and mental health counselor in the field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, and substance use. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
Sara Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, IL 62521
With over 11 years of experience in behavioral health care settings, Sara is well-versed in providing collaborative care and addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and other stress-related issues. In addition to be recognized for providing a safe and compassionate environment for her clients, Sara’s integrative approach draws from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness practices, ensuring a holistic, and comprehensive treatment experience with a trauma informed lens.
With over 11 years of experience in behavioral health care settings, Sara is well-versed in providing collaborative care and addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and other stress-related issues. In addition to be recognized for providing a safe and compassionate environment for her clients, Sara’s integrative approach draws from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness practices, ensuring a holistic, and comprehensive treatment experience with a trauma informed lens.
Irina Podolsky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fairfield, IL 62837
I provide psychological assessment of cognitive, personality, emotional and behavioral functioning of children, adolescents and adults.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with many years of experience. If you are motivated to advance in life and overcome the obstacles that may potentially hinder your personal, social and professional development, I will be the right person for you to work with.
I provide psychological assessment of cognitive, personality, emotional and behavioral functioning of children, adolescents and adults.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with many years of experience. If you are motivated to advance in life and overcome the obstacles that may potentially hinder your personal, social and professional development, I will be the right person for you to work with.
Kristin Smith
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, MA
Verified Verified
Springfield, IL 62703
Smith utilizes an integrative approach, with skills in Dialectal Behavioral Tx, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential, Holistic, Client Centered, health, and wellness in group private practice .
Kristin Smith is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She received her Master's Degree in Counseling from Lincoln Christian University. She has a wide range of clinical experience working with individuals, children, teens, and families experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, anger management, PTSD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance abuse), life changes and transitions, relationships, grief and loss, and substance abuse/ addictions. Ms. Smith has worked in outpatient and residential settings both at Memorial and SIU.
Smith utilizes an integrative approach, with skills in Dialectal Behavioral Tx, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential, Holistic, Client Centered, health, and wellness in group private practice .
Kristin Smith is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She received her Master's Degree in Counseling from Lincoln Christian University. She has a wide range of clinical experience working with individuals, children, teens, and families experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, anger management, PTSD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance abuse), life changes and transitions, relationships, grief and loss, and substance abuse/ addictions. Ms. Smith has worked in outpatient and residential settings both at Memorial and SIU.
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What happens in therapy for behavioral issues?
No matter the type of therapy, individuals form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is often therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Individuals learn to identify situations that are especially troublesome for them and acquire new patterns of thinking and behaving. In therapy for ADHD, one of the most common behavior issues for children, individuals learn how to improve frustration tolerance, control impulsivity, manage attentional focus, and gain skills of self-organisation.
What therapy types help with behavioral issues?
Many types of therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Perhaps best-known and most widely tested is cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT), in which individuals learn new behavioral strategies and curb reactivity to frustrating or distressing situations that trigger disruptive behaviour. Anger, anxiety, mood disorders, impulse control problems are commonly addressed in CBT. Family therapy or parent management training is often helpful to reduce parent-child conflict and behavioral difficulties at home.
How long does therapy last for behavioral issues?
Among popular approaches to treating behavioral concerns, CBT is considered a short-term therapy intended to be administered in 15 to 20 weekly sessions. Parent training in behavior management, often used when the underlying cause of behavior issues is ADHD in children under 12, usually occurs in weekly sessions for 8 to 16 weeks. When behavioral issues stem from persistent aggression or defiance, therapy may last for months, and usually targets both children and their parents.
How effective is therapy for behavior issues?
Studies show that therapy for behavior issues in children is highly effective and may prevent the development of antisocial behavior later in life. Family intervention—parent management training or family therapy, both of which involve parents and children together—is considered most effective, notably for children under age 12 who persistently engage in aggressive, defiant, rule-breaking or other disruptive behavior. Whether provided alone or in combination with medication, CBT is highly effective in helping people regulate their emotions, and for people with ADHD, it addresses impulsiveness, hyperactivity and attentional focus.