Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in 60062

Look, life is tough. Workplace environments can be unwelcoming or hostile. Relationships - even the best ones - can be complicated and difficult to manage. Life can be frustrating and frightening. Trauma, addictions, anxiety, mood disorders, difficult relationships - add to the challenge called "living." I may be able to help you. I create a safe, culturally sensitive, validating and understanding environment where you can be open, vulnerable and TRULY yourself.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have practiced in a variety of mental health settings since 2006. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families struggling with a range of issues. I received my doctorate in clinical psychology from LaSalle University with a specialty in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and my Bachelor of Arts from Colgate University. I worked as a staff psychologist for 5 years at The Depression and Anxiety Specialty Clinic of Chicago, a private practice in Lakeview, and most recently at The Family Institute at Northwestern for 2 years.

Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start..Nido Qubein. Life will always present challenges & sometimes can be complicated with overwhelming feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or anxiety; I am here to help. In a warm & safe environment, we will explore the relationship between your feelings, thoughts and behaviors. We will collaborate together to relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety, highlight your strengths, & identify best coping strategies for life stressors.

I utilize an eclectic approach to treatment. I primarily treat depression, anxiety, and trauma. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectal Behavioral Therapies. I graduated from the University of Michigan with a Master's in Social Work. I additionally underwent an intensive training program to help children, adolescents, and young adults heal from sexual assault. I managed an Adolescent Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Program. During this time, I developed several community and school-based adolescent groups. I conduct forensic evaluations for child sexual and physical abuse.

Maybe you’re here because you’re a parent and your adolescent is struggling? They agreed to try therapy and you’re eager to find the right fit. Maybe you’re here because your anxiety or OCD is getting in the way of your ability to do the things you used to enjoy doing. Maybe you’re here because change is hard, uncertainty is scary, and you’re trying your best to manage the unpredictability of life. Or maybe you're here because you want to understand who you are, and what's important to you. Whatever brings you here, I hope we can work together to identify your values, take steps toward your goals, and forge a path forward.

I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist and specialize working with diverse adolescents, adults, and older adults (click website link to learn more). I work with patients who have suffered from a wide range of symptoms interfering in overall functioning, such as anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorders, adjustment and intense/excessive reactions, alcohol and drug addictions, sexually-based concerns, and emotional problems.

I treat clients aged 18 (high school graduated) and up. I work best with clients who are ready to invest in meaningful change through a collaborative and thoughtful process. We all face challenges, and need support along the way. My process involves identification of intentions and values that support small gains in the moment that result in the achievement of larger goals over time. I start with a detailed assessment. Together we will create a treatment plan that is designed to help the client observe and experience the changes both large and small.

I hold a Doctorate Degree and a license as a Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). I have extensive professional experience, training, & skill supporting children & adults with concerns including relationship & family conflict, trauma, autism, intellectual disabilities, behavior issues, ADHD, & parent coaching. I worked in residential, hospitals, private practice, & in-house counseling. I facilitated group & individual supervision, parenting education, couples, groups, family, & substance use therapy. I have taught counseling courses and developed training curriculum.

Do you feel that anxiety, stress and panic are taking a toll on you body and the mind? My approach to therapy is to create a safe space where you can explore and heal the difficult and painful issues that are showing up in your life. Together we will move beyond problem-solving into releasing the mistaken beliefs and core unresolved issues behind your symptoms. My body-centered and mindfulness approach allows me to work directly with your nervous system to address symptoms like anxiety, racing thoughts, and irrational fears as well as feeling stuck, depressed and unavailable or unresponsive to life and relationships.

In my 11 years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have experience working with clients of all ages and enjoy helping others through struggles impacting their everyday lives. I provide both counseling and consultation to help alleviate the difficulties families experience by using psychodynamic, strengths-based, and cognitive behavioral approaches. I have extensive training in Child-Parent Psychotherapy, which enables me to use play therapy and narration with young children to help relieve child behaviors that negatively impact the family. This approach also helps parents cope with the stressful demands of parenthood.

I am passionate about helping individuals work towards personal growth and increased satisfaction with life. I believe in a collaborative approach, that meets clients where they are at, and using compassion, respect, and humor to develop a therapeutic relationship. Using a nonjudgmental approach to help individuals more clearly see the habits of the mind that create unnecessary suffering and offer strategies to reduce their negative effect. Utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness I help client's learn skills to increase understanding of thinking and behavior patterns, and learn coping strategies for emotion regulation, stress management, communication, problem solving, and relaxation.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed School Psychologist, and fluent in Spanish. I'm a mother and a professional who works with children all day. I have just under 10 years of counseling and evaluation experiences in schools and clinic settings. I also work as a school psychologist and have extensive experience with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 plans, as well as with psychoeducational evaluations, crisis intervention, stress, counseling students, & parent coaching. I am fluent in Spanish. I have comprehensive experiences in working with children, teenagers, adults, and families from diverse cultures.

As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, I specialize in work woth adolescents and adults in a private and comfortable office setting. I am experienced in individual and family therapy dealing with self-esteem, coping skills, stress, anxiety, depression, and serious mental illness. I conduct comprehensive psychologoical assessments to answer diagnostic questions and provide detailed information to shape the direction of therapy. (Click website link to see my practice and learn more!)

I am accepting new patients at Comprehensive Gastrointestinal Health (CGH) in Northbrook, IL, and in private practice in Missouri and Illinois via telehealth. At CGH, I practice gut-directed hypnotherapy for IBS, Esophageal disorders, and other disorders of the mind-gut axis. In private practice, I see individuals, couples, and families looking to improve their mental health and overall well-being.

Are you sick and tired of feeling anxious, worried or depressed all the time? Discouraged that your own efforts to change things only leave you stuck? And then downing yourself on top of that? Are you living only a part of the life that you wish you could have? Well, anyone can fall into those traps. You don't have to figure it all out by yourself. And trying harder isn't the solution. Trying “different” is. Learning and practicing new skills is your ticket out. I can help you identify the traps and make best use of new/different skills and strategies.

My approach to psychotherapy is to provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment where I listen emphatically to help you resolve issues you struggle with. Whether it's navigating life transitions , dealing with complicated relationships, or managing loss, I will help you find a way forward. Although I treat a variety of conditions, I specialize in anxiety and depressive disorders. I see therapy as a collaborative process in which we identify your concerns and goals, and develop a highly personalized treatment approach.

Life can be wonderful, but it can also be messy, demanding, stressful and overwhelming at times. Julia’s work as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor is about helping others develop healthy, productive, and satisfying lives. She works from an integrative framework which encompasses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, The Gottman Method, and Strengths-Based perspectives. She focuses on helping each client learn new tools to thrive and feel empowered to build upon their own unique strengths in order to reach their goals for a happy and healthy present and future.

I'm here to support you through all of life's ups and downs. I provide individuals and couples a combination of solution-focused strategies for managing problems and practical insight into issues. Therapy helps clients understand the bidirectional relationship between how their environment impacts them and how they impact their environment and move away from old patterns. I specialize in sexuality, anxiety, family of origin issues, and interpersonal conflict. I am an AASECT certified sexuality educator and treat issues that impact sexuality, including sexual trauma, desire discrepancy, out of control sexual behavior and more.

For over 20 plus years, I have enjoyed working with teens and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict and body image. I recognize it can feel overwhelming to reach out and find a therapist ‘who is a good fit.’ I am happy to provide a complimentary consultation as it is super important to feel enough of a connection to begin the process. I am a very supportive and empathetic therapist. I want to help you learn how to be kind to yourself and validate yourself. I was trained at the University of Michigan and have over ten years on staff at Lurie Children’s outpatient psychiatry.