I love helping others to make sense of their issues through an integrative approach. My specialties are, (1) Couples, Families and Individuals; (2) Multicultural Issues; (3) Work with actors, models, and sexual workers; (4) Negotiations.

Human beings' brains are wired for affiliation. Healthy relationships are crucial to our physical and mental health. Neuroscience is only now able to show the positive effects of mutual, evolving social and familial connections to other people. Often, people come to therapy to find out why they feel so stressed, or unfulfilled, or why their relationships are not all they would hope for. Is there an underlying trauma? Is there a genetic component? I believe that most people have their answers, they just need safe spaces where they can explore the issues. I will help you look for solutions from within yourself.

I strive to create a therapeutic environment to help others heal and explore different challenges life may bring. My goal is to provide a warm, understanding, and safe environment where my clients can process their feelings and increase self-awareness, confidence, and learn new coping skills to manage stressors. This may include current problems or long lasting patterns. I understand that life can get busy, so I will do my best to accommodate your schedule.

It's great you've taken this step. My practice recognizes the normal challenges we face as circumstances change throughout our lifespans. Childhood through Adolescence; School Issues; Marriage, Family and Aging. Adjusting well to these transitions is the key to preventing the "need" for treatment after problems worsen. Learning to manage the complexities of life is facilitated with a therapeutic relationship which is trustworthy and productive. Let's do it together!

Are you feeling stuck in life? It takes courage to ask for help and the first step can be the hardest. However, the rewards can lead to a lifetime of fulfillment. I understand and have experienced the emotional challenges life can throw at you. In working together we will cultivate your growth by understanding the obstacles that you face and developing solutions that can help you gain control of your life and achieve your goals. Ultimately, leading to greater self-awareness, self-esteem, and most importantly, a more fulfilling life.

I provide parent coaching for children with both typical development, medical issues, developmental concerns, and sensory integration disorder. I empower families to manage behavior concerns at home. I have expertise in adults with chronic illness and the anxiety/depression that is associated with chronic pain. I have an eclectic approach using psychodynamic, family systems, and cognitive behavioral theories in treatment. When working with a family/child the whole family would be included in the process so everyone can feel empowered.

Welcome. Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, anger or relationship difficulties, my goal is to help you improve your ability to help yourself. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. I strive to establish and maintain a caring environment conducive to change and focused on your particular needs.

Using my best clinical and therapeutic knowledge, experience, and skills, together we will collaborate to achieve your goals. Challenging and stressful situations are an inevitable part of life. Whether the challenge stems from difficult relationships, or the result of an unexpected change in life circumstances, it can be overwhelming. I am available to help you deal with the resulting stress, confusion and pain.

Hi! I'm Blake D. Osborne, L.C.S.W., a psychotherapist in Skokie, Illinois. I have over twenty years experience working with kids, teens, and parents. I also specialize in adults who have mood issue, relationship problems, work issues, or grief. I enjoy what I do! I am easy-going, flexible, accepting and down-to-earth. I use research-proven methods whenever possible. My goal is to make progress as simply and efficiently as possible. I won't try to keep in you therapy forever -- promise! We should make some definite progress in five-ten sessions.

I have 15 years of experience working with adolescents and young adults, and so specialize in those age groups. I also see adults and the families of many of the adolescents that I see. My client's presenting issues vary greatly, but include: depression, anxiety, problems with attention, behavioral issues, and issues of self-esteem. I believe that clients know themselves best and can best identify solutions to their problems. I am honored to help them facilitate that journey. As a yoga instructor I am interested in mindfulness techniques, especially as related to coping with anxiety and depression.

I’m passionate about working with my clients to establish treatable goals and outcomes in order to become contributing members of society. We all have the power to help ourselves, but sometimes we need extra support and guidance and my role is to do just that, but in a safe and nonjudgmental environment. My ultimate goal with my clients is to provide an empathetic and compassionate ear while giving them my undivided attention. I would like to grow with them and build a collaborative therapeutic relationship until we have successfully accomplished our goals. I work with all age groups and use variety of ways to best serve your needs.

Each and every person is born with unique strengths and vast potential to achieve. Oftentimes, though, life's challenges get in the way. It may be external stressors, traumatic experiences or our own dysfunctional thoughts and patterns of behavior that make it difficult to live a satisfying and fulfilling life. Entering into a therapeutic relationship of acceptance and trust can serve as a turning point for achieving growth and change.

I am passionate about helping my clients reach their desired goals. I view them as worthy, as valuable and as capable of achieving the lives they want. I take a holistic view, treating mind, body and spirit. I have experience treating chronic mental illness as well as experience helping clients manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD and trauma. I have facilitated numerous psychoeducational and skills-based groups as well as on topics such as anxiety, depression and healing from trauma.

“The mystery of life isn't a problem to solve, but a reality to experience.”- Frank Herbert. I’ve been given this privilege, to meet great people who wish to innovate themselves. I have a strong understanding of relationships and self perception. I have particular insight on improving negative self image, strengthening relationships, moving past unresolved conflicts, and guiding those who feel unhappy, despite their achievements. I have well rounded experience with helping couples, families, and individuals, so we'll meet in a way that makes sense for you.

Life can sometimes be overwhelming. Depression, anxiety, stage of life transitions or relationship conflicts can leave you feeling alone and isolated. I offer a warm, supportive and emotionally interactive experience so that together we can explore the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are keeping you stuck and increase your capacity to tolerate and manage difficult feelings such as anger, panic, grief and a sense of isolation. Please call or email me to see if I might be the right fit to help you on your path to feeling understood and connected.

Welcome. You have arrived here because something isn't right- relationship problems, difficulty achieving goals, grief, bouts of paralyzing sadness, anger or fear, not feeling meaning in your life. I offer 30 years of professional and personal development and experience to my work with individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents. I hold a safe, nonjudgmental space where problems and conflicts are freely explored and clients reengage their life with a sense of renewal and possibility. I mediate this process with compassion, intelligence, sensitivity, and a genuine desire to join with you through whatever troubles you.

I am a licensed clinical social worker who offers individual, family and group psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults. My treatment approach is holistic and eclectic drawing from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, biofeedback and mindfulness-based theories to understand problems and bring about growth and change. I believe every individual is unique and treatment is tailored to the individual’s needs. I value client self-determination and I feel it is important to empower clients to be active participants in their own treatment process. Sessions focus on building on individual’s strength and capacity for change while addressing the stressor.

My clients include school age children, adolescents, adults and couples. I am warm, skilled therapist with knowledge and experience with a broad range of issues. I have expertise in working with people who are anxious, depressed, or who have experienced trauma or loss. I facilitate groups called "Honoring Our Lost Mothers and Others: Connecting and Reconnecting" for people who have experienced a significant loss. The participants use art materials to honor and express their loss. No art experience is necessary.

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** You worry about the future. Over plan, research, and over think to ensure things turn out just right. Your thoughts are a never-ending tape recording replaying conversations of where you “should or could have” acted differently. You feel anxious, stressed, and overwhelmed. Most of us have been in this exact same spot. I know I have! Education + Understanding + Awareness =Transformation.

We all have challenges in our lives. Sometimes these challenges can be overwhelming, leading to feelings of worry and anxiety. At other times, these challenges can lead to depression and despair. I am here to listen. I am here to support you. I am here to give you the tools that you need to make needed changes. Together, we can explore possibilities and find the motivation for change that you have inside of you.