Therapists in Highland Park, IL
Joan Merlo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
You are not alone! We all face challenging and painful times when we might feel stressed, overwhelmed, and unsure about how to cope, survive and move forward. You may be in such a place right now. Perhaps you are struggling with managing depression, anxiety, and relational problems; handling family and parenting difficulties, adjusting to painful grief and loss, or navigating complicated life shifts and transitions. Your willingness to search for therapeutic help is a courageous first step toward positive change. It is a testament to your resilience and your hope to live a happier, more authentic, meaningful and fulfilling life.
You are not alone! We all face challenging and painful times when we might feel stressed, overwhelmed, and unsure about how to cope, survive and move forward. You may be in such a place right now. Perhaps you are struggling with managing depression, anxiety, and relational problems; handling family and parenting difficulties, adjusting to painful grief and loss, or navigating complicated life shifts and transitions. Your willingness to search for therapeutic help is a courageous first step toward positive change. It is a testament to your resilience and your hope to live a happier, more authentic, meaningful and fulfilling life.
Stephanie Mantelman
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
I specialize in working with complex trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders in the adolescent, young adult, and adult population.
I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist with 8 years of experience in many settings. One of the most important things is to make a connection, create a safe space, and build a course of treatment based on each individual needs. I offer compassion and also direction to my clients.
I specialize in working with complex trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders in the adolescent, young adult, and adult population.
I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist with 8 years of experience in many settings. One of the most important things is to make a connection, create a safe space, and build a course of treatment based on each individual needs. I offer compassion and also direction to my clients.
Lisa Lang
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Park, IL 60035
Waitlist for new clients
I have a strong background in working with adults of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, low self esteem, relationship difficulties and life stage/transitions.
We all struggle sometimes. When life's challenges become too overwhelming, gathering the courage to reach out for professional help can be incredibly difficult. I am committed to providing you with a safe, supportive place where we can address the problems you are facing. I specialize in helping individuals and families gain clarity and resolution about distressing thoughts, emotions and behaviors. We will work together to enhance insight and develop personal strengths to help you move forward towards a more fulfilling life.
I have a strong background in working with adults of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, low self esteem, relationship difficulties and life stage/transitions.
We all struggle sometimes. When life's challenges become too overwhelming, gathering the courage to reach out for professional help can be incredibly difficult. I am committed to providing you with a safe, supportive place where we can address the problems you are facing. I specialize in helping individuals and families gain clarity and resolution about distressing thoughts, emotions and behaviors. We will work together to enhance insight and develop personal strengths to help you move forward towards a more fulfilling life.
Lisa Srour
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating issues related to anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, relationship issues, trauma and stress management. I utilize both a holistic and cognitive behavioral approach to therapy that is goal oriented and focuses on clients' strengths and overall well being. I offer free, 20 minute consultations. I treat older teens, young adults and adults and work with individuals, couples and families. I Look forward to working with you on your healing journey!
I specialize in treating issues related to anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, relationship issues, trauma and stress management. I utilize both a holistic and cognitive behavioral approach to therapy that is goal oriented and focuses on clients' strengths and overall well being. I offer free, 20 minute consultations. I treat older teens, young adults and adults and work with individuals, couples and families. I Look forward to working with you on your healing journey!
Carolyn Bulmash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Highland Park, IL 60035
Sometimes, we feel stuck in life and don't know what we can do to move forward. I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, loneliness, grief, loss and relationship dissatisfaction. I often work with, and welcome, individuals who struggled to find benefit in previous attempts at therapy. Individuals managing a beloved pets illness or loss are also a welcomed part of my practice. I enjoy working with college students to retirees who seek greater understanding of how their moods and behaviors developed, and why their current coping strategies may no longer feel useful.
Sometimes, we feel stuck in life and don't know what we can do to move forward. I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, loneliness, grief, loss and relationship dissatisfaction. I often work with, and welcome, individuals who struggled to find benefit in previous attempts at therapy. Individuals managing a beloved pets illness or loss are also a welcomed part of my practice. I enjoy working with college students to retirees who seek greater understanding of how their moods and behaviors developed, and why their current coping strategies may no longer feel useful.
Carol O. Weinberg LCSW Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
My treatment specialties include aging, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, relationship issues, life transitions, difficult decisions and issues of everyday life.
Traditional Psychotherapy. Spiritual Counseling. Buddhist philosophy. Soul growth. I provide a safe, caring, confidential environment where coping skills are learned and feelings of insecurity, emptiness, hopelessness, anxiety or despair are addressed. I establish good relationships with my clients to promote personal growth and development. Our lives are continuously changing. We all have to learn to go through difficult transitions. With a trusted psychotherapist and a client who is ready to work on their issues, the healing process begins.
My treatment specialties include aging, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, relationship issues, life transitions, difficult decisions and issues of everyday life.
Traditional Psychotherapy. Spiritual Counseling. Buddhist philosophy. Soul growth. I provide a safe, caring, confidential environment where coping skills are learned and feelings of insecurity, emptiness, hopelessness, anxiety or despair are addressed. I establish good relationships with my clients to promote personal growth and development. Our lives are continuously changing. We all have to learn to go through difficult transitions. With a trusted psychotherapist and a client who is ready to work on their issues, the healing process begins.
Adriane L Szackamer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
I work with adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, as well as social, emotional, school, and work difficulties.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been in private practice since 2001. My practice is geared toward working with adolescents and adults in individual, couples, and family settings with a range of issues. My style of therapy is very interactive and dynamic, as well as insight oriented. I firmly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship as helping to create the greatest change. Clients describe me as genuine, empathic, and easy to connect with. I believe in setting mutual goals with my clients as well as maintaining a long term relationship with them.
I work with adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, as well as social, emotional, school, and work difficulties.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been in private practice since 2001. My practice is geared toward working with adolescents and adults in individual, couples, and family settings with a range of issues. My style of therapy is very interactive and dynamic, as well as insight oriented. I firmly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship as helping to create the greatest change. Clients describe me as genuine, empathic, and easy to connect with. I believe in setting mutual goals with my clients as well as maintaining a long term relationship with them.
Linda B Greco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
I have over 20 years experience. I work with children, adolescents and young adults. I do family therapy, groups, individual and couples therapy. I work with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADD/ADHD, oppositional and conduct disorders, bi-polar depression, and learning/academic issues.
I have over 20 years experience. I work with children, adolescents and young adults. I do family therapy, groups, individual and couples therapy. I work with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADD/ADHD, oppositional and conduct disorders, bi-polar depression, and learning/academic issues.
Amy E Eisenberg
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
I specialize in the treatment of adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, addiction, relationship issues, postpartum depression, and adjustment throughout the lifespan.
The foundation of my practice is a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental experience for individuals and couples to feel understood while processing the core issues that stand in the way of moving forward. People can feel lost or disconnected as they come into therapy, but the experience of emotional risk taking, opening up about fears, anxieties, malaise, within the individual or couple, can reinvigorate emotional connections and intimacy.
I specialize in the treatment of adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, addiction, relationship issues, postpartum depression, and adjustment throughout the lifespan.
The foundation of my practice is a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental experience for individuals and couples to feel understood while processing the core issues that stand in the way of moving forward. People can feel lost or disconnected as they come into therapy, but the experience of emotional risk taking, opening up about fears, anxieties, malaise, within the individual or couple, can reinvigorate emotional connections and intimacy.
Bonnie Fights
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035 (Online Only)
I specialize in: women, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting, grief and loss life transitions.
I offer compassionate support and the chance to be truly heard and accepted just as you are. I work within a holistic framework that encompasses many different approaches (Person Centered, Behavioral, IFS, EMDR, Mindfulness, Body/Mind). Depending on your needs and preferences, your therapy may include exploring your inner world, getting feedback and support, healing past emotional wounds, obtaining clarity and insight, finding new directions, or trying on new behaviors and skills. We will work together to find approaches that are most effective for you.
I specialize in: women, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting, grief and loss life transitions.
I offer compassionate support and the chance to be truly heard and accepted just as you are. I work within a holistic framework that encompasses many different approaches (Person Centered, Behavioral, IFS, EMDR, Mindfulness, Body/Mind). Depending on your needs and preferences, your therapy may include exploring your inner world, getting feedback and support, healing past emotional wounds, obtaining clarity and insight, finding new directions, or trying on new behaviors and skills. We will work together to find approaches that are most effective for you.
Michele O Studl
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
I am a licensed psychologist and have been in private practice for over 25 years, with an emphasis on treating depression, anxiety, stress and relationship issues. After helping you, the client, identify the underlying causes or contributors to your distress, we together establish treatment goals.
I assist you in implementing actions and behaviors to reach these goals, ease your symptoms, and help you feel a greater sense of control and emotional well-being.
I am a licensed psychologist and have been in private practice for over 25 years, with an emphasis on treating depression, anxiety, stress and relationship issues. After helping you, the client, identify the underlying causes or contributors to your distress, we together establish treatment goals.
I assist you in implementing actions and behaviors to reach these goals, ease your symptoms, and help you feel a greater sense of control and emotional well-being.
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Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
At Lakeshore Psychology Group, I work with individuals experiencing problems including depression, anxiety, loneliness, stress, relationship difficulties, medical issues, grief/loss, family conflict, abuse and trauma.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who are struggling with a wide range of issues. I work towards providing an atmosphere of comfort and trust where individuals feel safe exploring their thoughts and feelings and understanding their difficulties. I believe there is no "one size fits all" form of therapy and I utilize various interventions to fit my clients needs and circumstances. I work collaboratively with my clients utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities. I am described as warm, engaging, caring, accepting and insightful.
At Lakeshore Psychology Group, I work with individuals experiencing problems including depression, anxiety, loneliness, stress, relationship difficulties, medical issues, grief/loss, family conflict, abuse and trauma.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who are struggling with a wide range of issues. I work towards providing an atmosphere of comfort and trust where individuals feel safe exploring their thoughts and feelings and understanding their difficulties. I believe there is no "one size fits all" form of therapy and I utilize various interventions to fit my clients needs and circumstances. I work collaboratively with my clients utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities. I am described as warm, engaging, caring, accepting and insightful.
Marianne Newman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
At times, we all face challenges & obstacles. As an adult, you may thrive in many areas of your life, yet struggle with doubt & self-criticism. Personal & work relationships can become strained, and feelings of anxiety, loneliness, sadness or depression can impede the life you envision for yourself. Maybe guilt & anger get in the way. If you find yourself saying yes when you want to say no, and personal & work relationships seem troublesome or stuck, I can help. We will address the barriers and discover the solutions that work for you. I will help you both create and keep the life you seek.
At times, we all face challenges & obstacles. As an adult, you may thrive in many areas of your life, yet struggle with doubt & self-criticism. Personal & work relationships can become strained, and feelings of anxiety, loneliness, sadness or depression can impede the life you envision for yourself. Maybe guilt & anger get in the way. If you find yourself saying yes when you want to say no, and personal & work relationships seem troublesome or stuck, I can help. We will address the barriers and discover the solutions that work for you. I will help you both create and keep the life you seek.
Stacey A Gottlieb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW, C-ssws
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035 (Online Only)
Would you like to: grow and heal as an individual? Learn how to understand, make sense of and enhance your current relationships? Let go of past difficulties and patterns that continue to overshadow your life? If so, I can assist you on your journey. I have worked with people who experience a variety of emotional issues, most commonly depression and anxiety. I provide a safe and nurturing environment to allow for exploration, insight, and emotional growth. The pace of treatment is set by you and together we will overcome obstacles that stand in your way.
Would you like to: grow and heal as an individual? Learn how to understand, make sense of and enhance your current relationships? Let go of past difficulties and patterns that continue to overshadow your life? If so, I can assist you on your journey. I have worked with people who experience a variety of emotional issues, most commonly depression and anxiety. I provide a safe and nurturing environment to allow for exploration, insight, and emotional growth. The pace of treatment is set by you and together we will overcome obstacles that stand in your way.
Elissa Geier
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
I work with individuals with relationship and family problems, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, emotional abuse, social, career and academic stress, life transitions, self-harm, low self-esteem, eating disorders and addiction.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working in private practice since 1998 and the co-founder of Lakeshore Psychology Group (click website). I provide individual psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, as well as treatment, for couples. I am very active in the therapy relationship and work to help clients uncover patterns, which become barriers to healthy relationships, career goals and personal happiness by learning more effective ways of coping and gaining greater insight into their problems. My clients describe me as accessible, authentic, empathic and supportive. My therapeutic approach is tailored to fit the unique needs and desires of each client
I work with individuals with relationship and family problems, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, emotional abuse, social, career and academic stress, life transitions, self-harm, low self-esteem, eating disorders and addiction.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working in private practice since 1998 and the co-founder of Lakeshore Psychology Group (click website). I provide individual psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, as well as treatment, for couples. I am very active in the therapy relationship and work to help clients uncover patterns, which become barriers to healthy relationships, career goals and personal happiness by learning more effective ways of coping and gaining greater insight into their problems. My clients describe me as accessible, authentic, empathic and supportive. My therapeutic approach is tailored to fit the unique needs and desires of each client
Jennie Ozan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
I treat a range of presenting problems including: relationship challenges, life transitions, school and work-related issues, low self-esteem, identity development, postpartum depression/anxiety, eating disorders, and parenting challenges.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in mental health and wellness. My passion stems from wanting to help others learn new ways of coping with their environment and garnering new skills to help manage current life stressors and hurdles. My belief is that from early childhood we learn healthy, and sometimes unhealthy, strategies to manage challenges. Coping styles, especially maladaptive ones, work for a period of time, but may become ineffective. When this occurs, people often seek therapy. My job as a therapist is to help you learn, and implement, healthier coping strategies.
I treat a range of presenting problems including: relationship challenges, life transitions, school and work-related issues, low self-esteem, identity development, postpartum depression/anxiety, eating disorders, and parenting challenges.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in mental health and wellness. My passion stems from wanting to help others learn new ways of coping with their environment and garnering new skills to help manage current life stressors and hurdles. My belief is that from early childhood we learn healthy, and sometimes unhealthy, strategies to manage challenges. Coping styles, especially maladaptive ones, work for a period of time, but may become ineffective. When this occurs, people often seek therapy. My job as a therapist is to help you learn, and implement, healthier coping strategies.
Leslie Abrams
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
I have experience with the full range of adult problems and work with individuals experiencing intimacy and relationship issues, divorce, depression, anxiety, feelings of loneliness and/or emptiness, loss and/or grief, pervasive unhappiness, disordered eating, life transitions, self-esteem issues as well as a general dissatisfaction with life.
I view myself as both a guide and partner in the growth process which I believe involves exploration and reflection on current and historical issues that keep you feeling depressed, anxious, stagnant or unfulfilled in your life. Understanding current coping strategies and the ways in which they may have been useful in the past, but are no longer serving you well is my focus. While I believe reflection on early experience is important, I also remain grounded in the present and provide more direct interventions when needed. My style is warm, engaged, non-judgmental, empathic and active.
I have experience with the full range of adult problems and work with individuals experiencing intimacy and relationship issues, divorce, depression, anxiety, feelings of loneliness and/or emptiness, loss and/or grief, pervasive unhappiness, disordered eating, life transitions, self-esteem issues as well as a general dissatisfaction with life.
I view myself as both a guide and partner in the growth process which I believe involves exploration and reflection on current and historical issues that keep you feeling depressed, anxious, stagnant or unfulfilled in your life. Understanding current coping strategies and the ways in which they may have been useful in the past, but are no longer serving you well is my focus. While I believe reflection on early experience is important, I also remain grounded in the present and provide more direct interventions when needed. My style is warm, engaged, non-judgmental, empathic and active.
Margaret Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
My diverse experience in psychoanalytic study, crisis, medical settings, divorce mediation, grief work, addictions, depression, anxiety contribute to my being a seasoned therapist, skilled in the subtleties of understanding ourselves, consciously and unconsciously.
It is my honor and delight to assist people in using their own wisdom to balance their lives. Clients say I am easy to be with and talk to, and I do not judge. We explore the cognitive, physical, spiritual and emotional realms of life experience. And we find patterns, identify core values and can focus on specific challenges. My professional goal is to provide a comfortable, non-judgmental and protected place in which we can explore your life and your concerns freely.
My diverse experience in psychoanalytic study, crisis, medical settings, divorce mediation, grief work, addictions, depression, anxiety contribute to my being a seasoned therapist, skilled in the subtleties of understanding ourselves, consciously and unconsciously.
It is my honor and delight to assist people in using their own wisdom to balance their lives. Clients say I am easy to be with and talk to, and I do not judge. We explore the cognitive, physical, spiritual and emotional realms of life experience. And we find patterns, identify core values and can focus on specific challenges. My professional goal is to provide a comfortable, non-judgmental and protected place in which we can explore your life and your concerns freely.
Mariana Tokar
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
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!)
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!)
Amy Silver, L.C.S.W.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
I offer a relaxing, nonjudgmental environment where we can begin to develop rapport and build the therapeutic relationship. I am aware that clients have a choice of clinician and without rapport, clients may have a difficult time finding the comfort level needed for personal growth. I provide therapeutic services to adolescents, adults and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional and behavioral management, relationships, and other related social/emotional issues. In addition, I have extensive experience working with adolescents struggling with issues related to ADHD, Executive Functioning, learning disabilities and related school issues.
I offer a relaxing, nonjudgmental environment where we can begin to develop rapport and build the therapeutic relationship. I am aware that clients have a choice of clinician and without rapport, clients may have a difficult time finding the comfort level needed for personal growth. I provide therapeutic services to adolescents, adults and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional and behavioral management, relationships, and other related social/emotional issues. In addition, I have extensive experience working with adolescents struggling with issues related to ADHD, Executive Functioning, learning disabilities and related school issues.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.