Couples Counseling Therapists in West Dundee, IL

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Dr Karen Falk
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
West Dundee, IL 60118
I have over twenty years of experience in the mental health field helping children, adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger, grief, trauma and relationship issues in individual and family therapy at hospitals, schools, community centers and in private practice.
I have over twenty years of experience in the mental health field helping children, adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger, grief, trauma and relationship issues in individual and family therapy at hospitals, schools, community centers and in private practice.
(847) 416-0651 View (847) 416-0651
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Brandi Janisch
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
West Dundee, IL 60118
I believe we all need someone to talk to who will listen and accept us. I provide clients with a warm, non-judgmental environment- a safe place to explore real life issues. If you're ready to commit to making positive changes, I encourage you to take the first step. I work with individuals, couples and families of all ages to manage and reduce anxiety, depression, stress and trauma that is interfering with everyday life and relationships.
I believe we all need someone to talk to who will listen and accept us. I provide clients with a warm, non-judgmental environment- a safe place to explore real life issues. If you're ready to commit to making positive changes, I encourage you to take the first step. I work with individuals, couples and families of all ages to manage and reduce anxiety, depression, stress and trauma that is interfering with everyday life and relationships.
(773) 716-3592 View (773) 716-3592
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Simona Atanasova
Pre-Licensed Professional, MAFP
Verified Verified
West Dundee, IL 60118
My goal is to help you achieve yours. I work with each individual and provide evidence-based treatment to help solve any issues you may be facing. I have experience working with different backgrounds and will provide a non-biased listening ear. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy. I seek to help children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with social anxiety, stress, trauma and upsetting events, self-esteem, emotional regulation, impulsivity, communication barriers, and family challenges.
My goal is to help you achieve yours. I work with each individual and provide evidence-based treatment to help solve any issues you may be facing. I have experience working with different backgrounds and will provide a non-biased listening ear. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy. I seek to help children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with social anxiety, stress, trauma and upsetting events, self-esteem, emotional regulation, impulsivity, communication barriers, and family challenges.
(815) 477-4727 View (815) 477-4727
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Kate Van Eycke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Dundee, IL 60118  (Online Only)
Do you secretly question: What's wrong with me? Do you feel as though you have to hide your shameful secrets, depression or anxiety from the scrutiny of the world? Have you been living with the secrecy and shame of an affair? Or maybe you and your partner have tried everything you can think of to make your relationship better but it just isn't working. If you would like to explore those issues in a safe, shame-free environment, I would love to work with you.
Do you secretly question: What's wrong with me? Do you feel as though you have to hide your shameful secrets, depression or anxiety from the scrutiny of the world? Have you been living with the secrecy and shame of an affair? Or maybe you and your partner have tried everything you can think of to make your relationship better but it just isn't working. If you would like to explore those issues in a safe, shame-free environment, I would love to work with you.
(847) 268-4250 View (847) 268-4250
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Katie Johnson
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
West Dundee, IL 60118
Life is hard sometimes, and it is important to have a place to go to release some of life’s burdens. I have over a decade of experience working with a wide range of people and diagnoses, and my goal is to provide a safe place for people to share their experiences without judgment. I see therapy as a collaborative process – I am here to help you help yourself. We will set goals together, and work together to help you reach them. I value the human connection that comes from a therapeutic relationship, and it is important that you feel heard and understood as you work toward your goals.
Life is hard sometimes, and it is important to have a place to go to release some of life’s burdens. I have over a decade of experience working with a wide range of people and diagnoses, and my goal is to provide a safe place for people to share their experiences without judgment. I see therapy as a collaborative process – I am here to help you help yourself. We will set goals together, and work together to help you reach them. I value the human connection that comes from a therapeutic relationship, and it is important that you feel heard and understood as you work toward your goals.
(224) 337-5697 View (224) 337-5697
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Zachary S Neal
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
West Dundee, IL 60118
I enjoy working with couples, teens, and young adults.
I OFFER INPERSON THERAPY SESSION-MASKED AND UNMASKED. While counseling tends to be about serious issues, it is important to me to know my clients on a personal level, not just the struggles they are going through. I like to know how my clients take their coffee, their idiosyncrasies, and which football team makes them yell at the screen on Sunday's. My approach is practical and honest. I value transparency, humor, self-awareness, and genuine exchanges.
I enjoy working with couples, teens, and young adults.
I OFFER INPERSON THERAPY SESSION-MASKED AND UNMASKED. While counseling tends to be about serious issues, it is important to me to know my clients on a personal level, not just the struggles they are going through. I like to know how my clients take their coffee, their idiosyncrasies, and which football team makes them yell at the screen on Sunday's. My approach is practical and honest. I value transparency, humor, self-awareness, and genuine exchanges.
(815) 205-5679 View (815) 205-5679
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Debra K Hirschberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Dundee, IL 60118
Don't let your life or your relationships spiral out of control any longer. If you feel like you don't have a voice or are struggling with life or relationships we can help. We at Hope Reins are committed to helping you experience hope again, a sense of purpose and real change. We work with individuals, couples, children, teens and families who are struggling with trust, depression, anxiety, relationship and other problems. If you have not found help with traditional therapy, we offer fun, adventurous and creative alternative therapies such as horse and art therapy.
Don't let your life or your relationships spiral out of control any longer. If you feel like you don't have a voice or are struggling with life or relationships we can help. We at Hope Reins are committed to helping you experience hope again, a sense of purpose and real change. We work with individuals, couples, children, teens and families who are struggling with trust, depression, anxiety, relationship and other problems. If you have not found help with traditional therapy, we offer fun, adventurous and creative alternative therapies such as horse and art therapy.
(847) 513-9160 View (847) 513-9160
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Stephanie Hawotte
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
West Dundee, IL 60118
I am very eclectic in my approach and what is used is determined through a partnership with my clients.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I work with adults and children with a variety of issues in conjunction with or separately from family therapy/consultation. My focus is on clarifying and addressing the issues that bring each individual into counseling and creating a partnership and treatment plan that will support change and growth. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is crucial to creating the environment needed for change. Social and emotional difficulties rarely emerge in isolation, but rather from a variety of experiences and interactions.
I am very eclectic in my approach and what is used is determined through a partnership with my clients.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I work with adults and children with a variety of issues in conjunction with or separately from family therapy/consultation. My focus is on clarifying and addressing the issues that bring each individual into counseling and creating a partnership and treatment plan that will support change and growth. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is crucial to creating the environment needed for change. Social and emotional difficulties rarely emerge in isolation, but rather from a variety of experiences and interactions.
(815) 315-9010 View (815) 315-9010
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Christina Francisco
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, BSFT, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Dundee, IL 60118
I value each individual client and look forward to building a therapeutic relationship to help each one become their best self.
Are you in need of more support within your life? Are you ready to tackle daily life stressors or underlying and suppressed traumas that are bubbling up to the surface? Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your body, your emotions? Are you ready to heal? I am ready to support you on your journey to Wholeness! Let us embrace the journey together!
I value each individual client and look forward to building a therapeutic relationship to help each one become their best self.
Are you in need of more support within your life? Are you ready to tackle daily life stressors or underlying and suppressed traumas that are bubbling up to the surface? Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your body, your emotions? Are you ready to heal? I am ready to support you on your journey to Wholeness! Let us embrace the journey together!
(973) 600-1098 View (973) 600-1098
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Judith C. Wherley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Dundee, IL 60118  (Online Only)
I work with individuals, couples, teens and grandparents.
Healing happens in relationships. I value compassion, empathy and trust. My office is a safe and nonjudgmental space. My goal is to empower you as you walk through the difficult times in your life. There is no time like the present to begin or renew the journey.
I work with individuals, couples, teens and grandparents.
Healing happens in relationships. I value compassion, empathy and trust. My office is a safe and nonjudgmental space. My goal is to empower you as you walk through the difficult times in your life. There is no time like the present to begin or renew the journey.
(630) 521-3912 View (630) 521-3912
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Michaela Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Dundee, IL 60118
In her 3+ year career, Michaela has worked primarily with clients having trauma-backgrounds as well as mood disorders. During Michaela’s internship, she worked on a crisis response team which heavily influenced her passion for trauma-focused care. Michaela loves to work with clients in their teenage years or older and she has experience with various cultures and diagnoses. Michaela’s approach in the therapeutic space is described as laid-back and conversational. Her goal is to create a comfortable “chat with friends”-type of ambiance so that her clients feel at home.
In her 3+ year career, Michaela has worked primarily with clients having trauma-backgrounds as well as mood disorders. During Michaela’s internship, she worked on a crisis response team which heavily influenced her passion for trauma-focused care. Michaela loves to work with clients in their teenage years or older and she has experience with various cultures and diagnoses. Michaela’s approach in the therapeutic space is described as laid-back and conversational. Her goal is to create a comfortable “chat with friends”-type of ambiance so that her clients feel at home.
(224) 701-3039 View (224) 701-3039
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Bonnie C Yates
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, RN, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Dundee, IL 60118  (Online Only)
At Yates and Associates, we are ready to assist you with individual, marriage, and family counseling. We are experienced in helping our clients understand and work through addiction, co-dependency, anxiety and panic disorder, depression, grief, eating disorders, and abuse. We can also help with communication issues, decision making, and the challenges you may face during times of major transition, such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, job loss, and death.
At Yates and Associates, we are ready to assist you with individual, marriage, and family counseling. We are experienced in helping our clients understand and work through addiction, co-dependency, anxiety and panic disorder, depression, grief, eating disorders, and abuse. We can also help with communication issues, decision making, and the challenges you may face during times of major transition, such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, job loss, and death.
(224) 802-3086 View (224) 802-3086
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Renewed Hope Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
West Dundee, IL 60118
When we experience a life situation that we want to change, sometimes we need support and direction to find a path to making life better! Don't be overwhelmed or discouraged! There is help in a warm and supportive environment...counseling can help renew your hope. I've experience working with a variety of clients ... bring your desire to change. I am committed to helping you on your journey!
When we experience a life situation that we want to change, sometimes we need support and direction to find a path to making life better! Don't be overwhelmed or discouraged! There is help in a warm and supportive environment...counseling can help renew your hope. I've experience working with a variety of clients ... bring your desire to change. I am committed to helping you on your journey!
(224) 856-5988 View (224) 856-5988
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Ben Gesing
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
West Dundee, IL 60118
I work collaboratively with my clients to expand their insight into all the relevant factors and/or influences that are keeping them from reaching their full potential. These factors often include, but are not limited to; the identified stressor(s) that brought them into therapy; the effectiveness (or lack of effectiveness) of their current coping strategies; the influence past experiences and physical discomfort can have on their decision making and behavior; and increasing his or her awareness of their individual strengths and weakness. Simply put, I systematically help my clients make appropriate changes needed to meet their identified treatment goals.
I work collaboratively with my clients to expand their insight into all the relevant factors and/or influences that are keeping them from reaching their full potential. These factors often include, but are not limited to; the identified stressor(s) that brought them into therapy; the effectiveness (or lack of effectiveness) of their current coping strategies; the influence past experiences and physical discomfort can have on their decision making and behavior; and increasing his or her awareness of their individual strengths and weakness. Simply put, I systematically help my clients make appropriate changes needed to meet their identified treatment goals.
(815) 317-4213 View (815) 317-4213

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Evy Strohm
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elgin, IL 60123
I specialize in working with children, teens, couples, and families.
My ideal client is someone going through significant life transitions and challenges, whether it’s a teenager dealing with school and social pressures, a couple facing relationship struggles, or a family working through shared difficulties. They seek compassionate support and practical strategies to navigate their unique struggles, build resilience, and strengthen their connections. With a caring and supportive approach, I’m here to help them find clarity, improve communication, and overcome obstacles, fostering greater stability and connection in their lives.
I specialize in working with children, teens, couples, and families.
My ideal client is someone going through significant life transitions and challenges, whether it’s a teenager dealing with school and social pressures, a couple facing relationship struggles, or a family working through shared difficulties. They seek compassionate support and practical strategies to navigate their unique struggles, build resilience, and strengthen their connections. With a caring and supportive approach, I’m here to help them find clarity, improve communication, and overcome obstacles, fostering greater stability and connection in their lives.
(224) 576-0653 View (224) 576-0653
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Great Lakes Psychology Group - Rockford
Counselor
Verified Verified
Elgin, IL 60123
Our network of online and in-person therapists work with individuals, couples, and families.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Rockford understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Our network of online and in-person therapists work with individuals, couples, and families.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Rockford understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
(815) 567-9102 View (815) 567-9102
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Robin Kulesza
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Elgin, IL 60124
I specialize in working with clients seeking relief from unresolved childhood or relationship trauma, stress, low self-esteem, or emotional exhaustion.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by changes in your life or carrying emotional weight that never seems to lift? Whether you're struggling with a tough transition, feeling stuck in your personal or work life, or having difficulties in your relationships, you don’t have to go through it alone. Big challenges like divorce, career changes, health problems, or stress can make it hard to find peace and balance. You just want to feel calmer, more connected, and more at ease with yourself and others.
I specialize in working with clients seeking relief from unresolved childhood or relationship trauma, stress, low self-esteem, or emotional exhaustion.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by changes in your life or carrying emotional weight that never seems to lift? Whether you're struggling with a tough transition, feeling stuck in your personal or work life, or having difficulties in your relationships, you don’t have to go through it alone. Big challenges like divorce, career changes, health problems, or stress can make it hard to find peace and balance. You just want to feel calmer, more connected, and more at ease with yourself and others.
(224) 218-5350 View (224) 218-5350
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Empowered And Authentic Living, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, JD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Dundee, IL 60118
We look forward to partnering with you and will be honored to have the opportunity to work with you.
Thank you for taking the time to read about EAL. We believe you have the right to live your best life; to be your most empowered and authentic self. We believe that everyone eventually seeks meaning and purpose in their life, and finding and living this ultimate goal will bring long lasting joy and true happiness. We are a unique holistic practice that focuses on mind, body, and spirit, integrating Psychology, Spirituality, and Metaphysics to get to the root of your emotional issues that block you from experiencing peace and happiness. We help young children, teens, adults, couples, and families to help open and guide them on a path to living and enjoying life fully. We also hold retreats, seminars, and trainings (CEUs) to support the needs of our clients and our community.
We look forward to partnering with you and will be honored to have the opportunity to work with you.
Thank you for taking the time to read about EAL. We believe you have the right to live your best life; to be your most empowered and authentic self. We believe that everyone eventually seeks meaning and purpose in their life, and finding and living this ultimate goal will bring long lasting joy and true happiness. We are a unique holistic practice that focuses on mind, body, and spirit, integrating Psychology, Spirituality, and Metaphysics to get to the root of your emotional issues that block you from experiencing peace and happiness. We help young children, teens, adults, couples, and families to help open and guide them on a path to living and enjoying life fully. We also hold retreats, seminars, and trainings (CEUs) to support the needs of our clients and our community.
(847) 780-2081 View (847) 780-2081
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Great Lakes Psychology Group - Elgin
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Elgin, IL 60123
Our network of online and in-person therapists work with individuals, couples, and families.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Elgin understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Our network of online and in-person therapists work with individuals, couples, and families.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Elgin understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
(224) 864-9332 View (224) 864-9332
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Martin Montoya
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Carpentersville, IL 60110
I also speak Spanish or hablo español for anyone that is looking for individual, couples, or family therapy with someone where English is not their first language.
At times we find ourselves experiencing problems and difficulties. We may respond in ways to barely get by and keep moving forward. Sometimes we struggle to feel a sense of belonging or feel consumed with negative thoughts and emotions. Maybe it’s our past that is keeping us from being in the present moment or it’s adding to our overall stress. In therapy, we can identify new ways to cope with difficulties and other life struggles that may be hurting our overall health or relationships.
I also speak Spanish or hablo español for anyone that is looking for individual, couples, or family therapy with someone where English is not their first language.
At times we find ourselves experiencing problems and difficulties. We may respond in ways to barely get by and keep moving forward. Sometimes we struggle to feel a sense of belonging or feel consumed with negative thoughts and emotions. Maybe it’s our past that is keeping us from being in the present moment or it’s adding to our overall stress. In therapy, we can identify new ways to cope with difficulties and other life struggles that may be hurting our overall health or relationships.
(708) 419-3917 View (708) 419-3917

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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.