Therapists in Rockford, IL
It’s hard to ask for help. If you are struggling with the decision to get therapy for yourself or for your child, I’m glad you’re here. What you’re doing is brave.
It’s hard to ask for help. If you are struggling with the decision to get therapy for yourself or for your child, I’m glad you’re here. What you’re doing is brave.
I am fascinated with the mind and empowering our sense of purpose to fulfill relationships and experiences. Our life experiences can be a rollercoaster of emotions that throw us into a whirlwind of conflict. I want to guide you through these challenging experiences to help you heal and grow. My experience comes from working in various settings such as inpatient, various mental illnesses, and residential facilities. I hope to help deepen your understanding of yourself with different techniques and therapeutic tools.
I am fascinated with the mind and empowering our sense of purpose to fulfill relationships and experiences. Our life experiences can be a rollercoaster of emotions that throw us into a whirlwind of conflict. I want to guide you through these challenging experiences to help you heal and grow. My experience comes from working in various settings such as inpatient, various mental illnesses, and residential facilities. I hope to help deepen your understanding of yourself with different techniques and therapeutic tools.
I primarily work with adults and older teenagers, however have enjoyed working clients of all ages. I have worked with countless clients who were struggling with anxiety, depression, grief / loss, LGBTQIA+ issues, phase of life problems, marital conflict, work issues, anger, and self-esteem to name a few. I find the therapeutic relationship most beneficial when clients are willing to engage during session and implement therapeutic skills and strategies into their daily lives.
I primarily work with adults and older teenagers, however have enjoyed working clients of all ages. I have worked with countless clients who were struggling with anxiety, depression, grief / loss, LGBTQIA+ issues, phase of life problems, marital conflict, work issues, anger, and self-esteem to name a few. I find the therapeutic relationship most beneficial when clients are willing to engage during session and implement therapeutic skills and strategies into their daily lives.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri and Illinois. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds and in a variety of settings. Life comes with many challenges and we often find ourselves overwhelmed by what has come our way.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri and Illinois. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds and in a variety of settings. Life comes with many challenges and we often find ourselves overwhelmed by what has come our way.
Marie L Epling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Rockford, IL 61108 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in private practice with individuals and couples for over 26 years. I specialize in the treatment of depression and anxiety. Teaching communication skills , stress management, and life coaching are some of my passions as a therapist. I also like working with individuals with life adjustment conditions, relationship break-ups and loss.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in private practice with individuals and couples for over 26 years. I specialize in the treatment of depression and anxiety. Teaching communication skills , stress management, and life coaching are some of my passions as a therapist. I also like working with individuals with life adjustment conditions, relationship break-ups and loss.
Being human is challenging. Who someone believes they 'should' be is often different than who the feeling parts of them 'want' to be. Conflict between thoughts and emotions can manifest as any number of mental health conditions including chronic anxiety, prolonged grief, post-traumatic stress, and depressed mood. As a psychotherapist, I help people to better understand and cultivate a relationship with the emotional parts of their mind. Our work together will focus less on 'fixing' or 'blocking' distressing emotions and more on learning how to integrate these important aspects of your mind into a more healthy and authentic you.
Being human is challenging. Who someone believes they 'should' be is often different than who the feeling parts of them 'want' to be. Conflict between thoughts and emotions can manifest as any number of mental health conditions including chronic anxiety, prolonged grief, post-traumatic stress, and depressed mood. As a psychotherapist, I help people to better understand and cultivate a relationship with the emotional parts of their mind. Our work together will focus less on 'fixing' or 'blocking' distressing emotions and more on learning how to integrate these important aspects of your mind into a more healthy and authentic you.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by life and having difficulty coping with a mix of emotions, I am here to help! I am Matthew Clayton, a Rockford native and Licensed Social Worker with a wealth of experience offering tailored therapy to individuals, couples, and families facing diverse mental health challenges. Alongside my wife, Kayla Clayton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, we have over 25 years of combined expertise in mental health. I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and person-centered therapy, ensuring each client receives customized care.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by life and having difficulty coping with a mix of emotions, I am here to help! I am Matthew Clayton, a Rockford native and Licensed Social Worker with a wealth of experience offering tailored therapy to individuals, couples, and families facing diverse mental health challenges. Alongside my wife, Kayla Clayton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, we have over 25 years of combined expertise in mental health. I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and person-centered therapy, ensuring each client receives customized care.
Dr. Cicely Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rockford, IL 61101 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with a life change? Are you feeling stuck and needing a helping hand to move things forward? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker(LCSW), I take pride in working with people towards wellness.
Are you struggling with a life change? Are you feeling stuck and needing a helping hand to move things forward? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker(LCSW), I take pride in working with people towards wellness.
My name is Jeff Zajkowski and for the past 18 years I have dedicated myself to helping individuals with mental health, addiction and substance abuse issues. I utilize multiple treatment techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, client-centered therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy and psychoanalytic theory. I also have specific training in rapport building, breakthrough techniques and in pinpointing crucial onset events. I work with adults and adolescents. For your convenience I also use HIPPA compliant video chat for sessions.
My name is Jeff Zajkowski and for the past 18 years I have dedicated myself to helping individuals with mental health, addiction and substance abuse issues. I utilize multiple treatment techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, client-centered therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy and psychoanalytic theory. I also have specific training in rapport building, breakthrough techniques and in pinpointing crucial onset events. I work with adults and adolescents. For your convenience I also use HIPPA compliant video chat for sessions.
This isn’t what life was supposed to feel like. The anxiety, negative thoughts, haunting memories, or overwhelming weight of the day-to-day feels suffocating. You rehearse every way you feel like you are failing, judging yourself in hopes of creating change. What you have always done isn’t working or isn’t healthy. Therapy can help. I specialize in supporting women, parents, and adolescents better understand what is happening on the inside, process what triggered it, and find new ways to move forward. I know how scary this step is and I recognize the bravery that brought you here. Now we can take the next steps together.
This isn’t what life was supposed to feel like. The anxiety, negative thoughts, haunting memories, or overwhelming weight of the day-to-day feels suffocating. You rehearse every way you feel like you are failing, judging yourself in hopes of creating change. What you have always done isn’t working or isn’t healthy. Therapy can help. I specialize in supporting women, parents, and adolescents better understand what is happening on the inside, process what triggered it, and find new ways to move forward. I know how scary this step is and I recognize the bravery that brought you here. Now we can take the next steps together.
Beth Drennen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockford, IL 61108
Are you exhausted by the challenges you face - be that domestic violence, navigating the foster care system, a child with special needs such as Autism or ADHD, or with your own special needs? Maybe you struggle with a mood disorder, depression, or self injury. Or perhaps you are seeking a therapist who shares an understanding of your struggle from a Christian perspective. Allow me to support you in your journey. I encourage involvement of family members and others in your support system in treatment when possible and appropriate. And there is no situation I consider too challenging.
Are you exhausted by the challenges you face - be that domestic violence, navigating the foster care system, a child with special needs such as Autism or ADHD, or with your own special needs? Maybe you struggle with a mood disorder, depression, or self injury. Or perhaps you are seeking a therapist who shares an understanding of your struggle from a Christian perspective. Allow me to support you in your journey. I encourage involvement of family members and others in your support system in treatment when possible and appropriate. And there is no situation I consider too challenging.
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Each of us carry untold stories, experiences, and challenges that have impacted us in different ways and have molded us into the people we are today. As a therapist, I focus on meeting each client where they are at to collaboratively navigate through life’s complexities, process those stories, and work towards healthier choices, relationships, and more authentic living.
Each of us carry untold stories, experiences, and challenges that have impacted us in different ways and have molded us into the people we are today. As a therapist, I focus on meeting each client where they are at to collaboratively navigate through life’s complexities, process those stories, and work towards healthier choices, relationships, and more authentic living.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who offers professional yet warm and caring help to those struggling with life's challenges. I have devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, low self-esteem, communication, and relationship concerns.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who offers professional yet warm and caring help to those struggling with life's challenges. I have devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, low self-esteem, communication, and relationship concerns.
Julie Rylatt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EAP-s
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockford, IL 61108
Children/ teens and their parents are experiencing anxiety at an all time high level. We have developed a new program that treats both parties with a structured and successful approach. We will teach your children about their anxiety, why it occurs, how they can manage it and how they can succeed at home and school. The parents are taught how to manage their child's anxiety and not inadvertently reinforce it. Many parents feel helpless as they watch their child become more and more anxious, let us help you learn how to not only manage the anxiety, but help your family thrive in these difficult times.
Children/ teens and their parents are experiencing anxiety at an all time high level. We have developed a new program that treats both parties with a structured and successful approach. We will teach your children about their anxiety, why it occurs, how they can manage it and how they can succeed at home and school. The parents are taught how to manage their child's anxiety and not inadvertently reinforce it. Many parents feel helpless as they watch their child become more and more anxious, let us help you learn how to not only manage the anxiety, but help your family thrive in these difficult times.
Kelly Borghi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, CODP I
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rockford, IL 61108
Every person on this planet is an individual with their own unique experiences and responses. This means that you are the ultimate authority on your life. If you're currently feeling like life isn't quite going your way, I'm here to help you explore solutions so you can embrace YOUR best version of life. Whether it involves improving relationships, boosting self-esteem, tackling feelings of depression or anxiety, addressing substance use, or overcoming any other obstacles holding you back from being your best self, I'm here to assist.
Every person on this planet is an individual with their own unique experiences and responses. This means that you are the ultimate authority on your life. If you're currently feeling like life isn't quite going your way, I'm here to help you explore solutions so you can embrace YOUR best version of life. Whether it involves improving relationships, boosting self-esteem, tackling feelings of depression or anxiety, addressing substance use, or overcoming any other obstacles holding you back from being your best self, I'm here to assist.
As a Clinical Professional Counselor and Art Therapist, I strive to make my practice as comfortable and creative as possible. I help find positivity and strengths in each of my clients. I am there to support and help during life's victories and discouragements. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and groups.
As a Clinical Professional Counselor and Art Therapist, I strive to make my practice as comfortable and creative as possible. I help find positivity and strengths in each of my clients. I am there to support and help during life's victories and discouragements. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and groups.
Sometimes it can be difficult to find a person you really feel safe to help you navigate through life that is challenging. This is where I come in. I work with people who would like to utilize my expertise in trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, play therapy techniques, and personality disorders. When you feel like you do not know where to turn to next, I will work with you to help you understand that you are not alone, and what your next steps might be.
Sometimes it can be difficult to find a person you really feel safe to help you navigate through life that is challenging. This is where I come in. I work with people who would like to utilize my expertise in trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, play therapy techniques, and personality disorders. When you feel like you do not know where to turn to next, I will work with you to help you understand that you are not alone, and what your next steps might be.
Forest City Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockford, IL 61107
We are hard-wired to thrive. Each of us has within us the capacity to grow, heal, & flourish. Yet, we all face circumstances on our journey that hinder us. We can & will grow given the right conditions of safety, respect, guidance, and understanding. Our approach is to join with our clients on a journey of self-discovery to understand what holds them back, to lean in to their strengths and resources, and to help them create a fulfilling & meaningful life. The team at Forest City Counseling is passionate about partnering with you to help you achieve your goals!
We are hard-wired to thrive. Each of us has within us the capacity to grow, heal, & flourish. Yet, we all face circumstances on our journey that hinder us. We can & will grow given the right conditions of safety, respect, guidance, and understanding. Our approach is to join with our clients on a journey of self-discovery to understand what holds them back, to lean in to their strengths and resources, and to help them create a fulfilling & meaningful life. The team at Forest City Counseling is passionate about partnering with you to help you achieve your goals!
Karyn Schwitters, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockford, IL 61107
I believe in the importance of each individual and in honoring your story, and it is my sole purpose to have clients feel valued and understood, within a trusting, open minded relationship. I operate from a strengths based perspective, offering hope and healing to individuals and families. Testimonial:: "My oldest son and I have worked with Karyn for about three years. She has truly been the light at the end of a very difficult and dark tunnel. Our family will forever be very grateful for her help! Karyn is truly gifted at what she does."
I believe in the importance of each individual and in honoring your story, and it is my sole purpose to have clients feel valued and understood, within a trusting, open minded relationship. I operate from a strengths based perspective, offering hope and healing to individuals and families. Testimonial:: "My oldest son and I have worked with Karyn for about three years. She has truly been the light at the end of a very difficult and dark tunnel. Our family will forever be very grateful for her help! Karyn is truly gifted at what she does."
Michele Cruz
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Rockford, IL 61101 (Online Only)
I have worked in the mental health field for over 8 years learning skills to pass on to clients. My goal is to help clients create plans to succeed on their journey. Together we can find the obstacles that stand in front of you and work to overcome them.
I have worked in the mental health field for over 8 years learning skills to pass on to clients. My goal is to help clients create plans to succeed on their journey. Together we can find the obstacles that stand in front of you and work to overcome them.
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Number of Therapists in Rockford, IL
300+
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in Rockford, IL who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
76% | Coping Skills |
76% | Self Esteem |
72% | Trauma and PTSD |
64% | Grief |
59% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
94% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
77% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
76% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Rockford, IL see their clients
59% | In Person and Online | |
41% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Rockford?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.