Therapists in Palatine, IL

Life is a journey in which each person walks through specific experiences that no other person can fully understand. As a therapist, I feel it is an honor and privilege to compassionately and empathetically listen as I walk with a person through an uncomfortable, vulnerable time in their life. Through CBT, DBT and an eclectic person-centered approach, I encourage others to share joys and sorrows, challenge concerns they express (and may not fully realize) and support the person in a growth mindset perspective. I worked in a variety of people in different settings throughout my vocational journey.

I look to provide the foundation to empower individuals to accomplish their mental health, wellness and career goals. We will work to accomplish this with strategies to overcome obstacles and personal challenges you are facing.

I received my Masters degree in Social work, with a specialty in Hospital Social Work, from Aurora University in Aurora, IL. I have experience working with wide array of age demographics. I also have additional experience in work with patients suffering from trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, codependency, co-occurring disorders, as well as crisis intervention. My approach to services puts the client at the center of our focus together. I believe that through our work together, we can uncover any underlying or persisting problems that are mentally taking you out of your life.

Your relationship with family, friends, and, of course, yourself is of the most importance. I believe there is no good reason for you to be alone with grief, insecurity, low self-esteem, shame, loneliness, fear, worry, and anxiety. Reaching-out for help could be the most courageous gift you could give yourself. I would be honored to help you through these struggles. I would like to give you the very best individual psychotherapy or couples counseling. I do not offer a "band aid" approach to therapy, meaning, the process to feeling better is one that requires a confidential, authentic, and meaningful relationship with me.

Hi, I’m Jeanette! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor. I believe in the importance of creating a safe space where clients can feel comfortable to be vulnerable and share their truths. I use a Person-Centered, Strengths-Based approach that foster’s the client-therapist relationship, and focuses on client strengths. I also enjoy integrating CBT-DBT skills and mindfulness techniques as a psycho-education component that can help clients develop a coping skills toolkit to be used to help navigate through life’s ups & downs.

I have a diverse training background with young children through adults which has granted me the privilege of working with culturally and demographically diverse individuals with various mental health and behavioral concerns, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance use concerns, personality disorders, SMI, LGBTQ+ specific concerns, and developmental disorders including autism spectrum disorders and cognitive impairment. Throughout my career path, I have met so many amazing people who have not realized how amazing they truly were. It is a privilege to be able to help other people see their potential and strength.

BZA Behavioral Health is an inclusive, highly specialized group of clinicians dedicated to the emotional and behavioral wellness of the individuals and families we treat. We value the diversity & unique experiences of each person & it is our mission to have comprehensive & individualized types of treatment options to best match those personal needs. Services we offer include (but are not limited to) neuropsychological/psychological assessment, psychiatry, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, & art therapy. We work with clients of all ages to utilizing strength to cope with life's challenges.

I am passionate about working with individuals on illness education, symptom management, cognitive restructuring, affect regulation, behavior modification, and interpersonal skill development. My goal is to provide a safe environment for people to learn about themselves, begin to love who they are, and overcome social, emotional, economical, and vocational struggles while reaching their full potential in life. I want to help those who feel unloved and broken return to feeling whole again with active encouragement and support.

Hello! I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of clinical experience helping survivors of abuse and trauma learn to heal and thrive. I also help people who are currently in an abusive or unhealthy relationship, or who recently got out of one, and are having difficulty coping with anxiety, self-doubt, and sadness. Therapy can help you process your experience, learn healthier ways to engage in relationships, and begin living a life that is worthwhile and joyful. I provide a safe, empathetic, supportive environment for you to reconnect with your strength and resilience. You are not alone, and healing is possible.

Gregg Bagdade is a Mental Health Counselor with his Master’s degree from Concordia University. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree from Penn State in Human Development and Family Studies where he interned at the Chicago Fire Department employee assistance program. Much of his studies were dedicated to understanding trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Gregg is currently a firefighter/paramedic for the Chicago Fire Department logging in almost 20 years in this position. He heads the First Responder Program at CCAH helping fire/police/military cope with the rigors of their career.

Patricia is passionate about holding space for you to find peace, and move through life's challenges. Change, growth, and healing can be incredibly daunting. It takes bravery to seek help. She holds safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for clients to move toward their therapeutic goals. Patricia is thrilled to be a licensed professional counselor at Pure Health Center.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years’ experience working in the mental health field. I have experience working in a variety of settings including private practice, community counseling, in home services and acute hospitalization. These experiences have allowed me to gain the knowledge, techniques and approaches to help my clients get back to a comfortable place in life.

Justin has spent years working in residential centers, school settings, and community outpatient centers. Growing as a clinician he has learned to intuitively understand how trauma and development impacts the personality as well the body. He has formed a practice of therapy which integrates mindfulness, intuition, compassion, and guidance in order to help clients best understand themselves. He is skilled in various therapy modalities, as well practices Reiki energy healing for those interested in more integrative, physical healing of old emotional traumas.

Shira Behal is a therapist with experience, who knows how to weave different approaches together to find the right one for you. Shira is someone who listens, and also educates and guides. Someone to help you reach your goals and grow into a life that matches your values. Someone ready to do the deep work, and stay with you through the long work. Shira is a therapist who knows that healing takes a balance between the intellect, the emotional mind, and the body.

I have an open genuine heart willing to understand how to help you get back on track to meet your goals and develop consistent healthy life choices. In session, we will utilize an interactive and solution-focused approach aimed at creating a safe environment to identify those obstacles, without judgement, and to explore the core issues of the problem. My goal is to empower my clients to independently and constructively problem solve, create strategies to learn their potential, and to heal past mistakes for the future they desire.

Traumatic events are painful and often result in wounds that can't be seen. I believe that understanding trauma and how trauma has affected you is the first step in healing from trauma. You don’t have to do this alone. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults – those who have experienced trauma and those who may be struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression. In addition, I also work with families experiencing separation or divorce. My goal is to help families effectively communicate while you try to figure out the emotional, physical, and custodial stressors that often accompany a divorce.

There are so many places in life where we may feel we have to mold ourselves to fit the expectations of others. I don't believe in therapy being another one of those places. I show up in the therapy room very much the same way that I show up everywhere else. I want my clients to feel comfortable being their genuine selves with me and often that becomes a part of the therapy. You deserve to have at least one place and one relationship where you can truly be yourself and know that your thoughts and feelings matter. My approach to therapy Is collaborative, empathic, challenging, and empowering.

Illuminate Therapy & Wellness strives to provide quality mental health counseling to individuals, couples, families, and groups, in an integrative treatment setting that promotes optimal well-being for the mind, body, and soul. All psychological services are delivered with skill, integrity, authenticity, warmth, and professionalism to help our clients reach their unique, and fullest potential. We help our clients learn to cope, heal, and grow by implementing evidence-based treatment modalities that encourage holistic healing.

I believe in the human spirit and our natural capacity to grow, heal, and overcome limitations and challenges. My goal is to provide you with a safe atmosphere where you can feel secure enough to risk being vulnerable while mustering up the courage to overcome your own obstacles. I meet my clients where they are, tune into what they need, and work hard to help them solve the problems that originally brought them to me. My therapeutic style is best summed up as collaborative, supportive, goal oriented, and empathic.