Family Therapy in Marshall County, IL
Open Doors Community Counseling (Gateway)
Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, LSW
Verified Verified
Henry, IL 61537
Taking the first step and reaching out for help can be the most difficult part of beginning professional counseling. Here at Open Doors we believe that an investment in yourself is always beneficial, and we hope to assist you on your journey of mental wellness. Open Doors Community Counseling is a program of Gateway Services, Inc. We opened our community counseling program in July 2017. We have three full-time clinicians who provide compassionate support and encouragement to help you meet your wellness goals.
Taking the first step and reaching out for help can be the most difficult part of beginning professional counseling. Here at Open Doors we believe that an investment in yourself is always beneficial, and we hope to assist you on your journey of mental wellness. Open Doors Community Counseling is a program of Gateway Services, Inc. We opened our community counseling program in July 2017. We have three full-time clinicians who provide compassionate support and encouragement to help you meet your wellness goals.
Online Therapists
Alicia E La Hoz
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
My focus is on Marriage and Family Therapy.
It is easy to get stuck and feel overwhelmed in relationships as tension rises due to differences which can feel unbearable during a crisis. I work with couples who would like to work through the fatigue and burnout from hurtful relationship experiences. You can heal as you learn to make sense of you internal world, process interpersonal dynamics, and adopt effective coping habits, forgiveness and mindfulness. As you share your story, I will coach you through a model that will bring clarity to the maladaptive patterns that exacerbate mental health. My hope is that you will feel valued, honored and empowered as you heal and grow.
My focus is on Marriage and Family Therapy.
It is easy to get stuck and feel overwhelmed in relationships as tension rises due to differences which can feel unbearable during a crisis. I work with couples who would like to work through the fatigue and burnout from hurtful relationship experiences. You can heal as you learn to make sense of you internal world, process interpersonal dynamics, and adopt effective coping habits, forgiveness and mindfulness. As you share your story, I will coach you through a model that will bring clarity to the maladaptive patterns that exacerbate mental health. My hope is that you will feel valued, honored and empowered as you heal and grow.
Crystal Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60302
Reaching out for help can be difficult. It takes courage, vulnerability and hope to seek support and be open to seeing things from a new perspective. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and family coping. I work with adolescents, adults, families and couples to help them find greater fulfillment from life and relationships. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, culturally sensitive, strength based and client centered. As a former medical social worker, I am experienced in helping families cope through the many emotional and practical challenges a medical diagnosis and treatment can bring.
Reaching out for help can be difficult. It takes courage, vulnerability and hope to seek support and be open to seeing things from a new perspective. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and family coping. I work with adolescents, adults, families and couples to help them find greater fulfillment from life and relationships. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, culturally sensitive, strength based and client centered. As a former medical social worker, I am experienced in helping families cope through the many emotional and practical challenges a medical diagnosis and treatment can bring.
Sean Martiny
Counselor, LCPC, DBTC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134 (Online Only)
I specialize in utilizing mindfulness-based treatments like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and a family systems approach in aiding an individual and/or family unit to help lessen the life-interfering symptoms which contribute to their anxiety, depression, and/or anger issues.
Each of us have the capacity to reach our fullest potentials. However, we often find ourselves stuck in negative patterns of thinking and being, unable to see other possibilities. Therapy allows us as individuals and family units to create meaning out of the various life experiences that we have encountered and can help to open up new ways of thinking, feeling, and being. I provide individual and family counseling in a comfortable and confidential setting. I treat those who experience issues related to trauma, anger management, self-injury, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity issues, and self-esteem challenges.
I specialize in utilizing mindfulness-based treatments like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and a family systems approach in aiding an individual and/or family unit to help lessen the life-interfering symptoms which contribute to their anxiety, depression, and/or anger issues.
Each of us have the capacity to reach our fullest potentials. However, we often find ourselves stuck in negative patterns of thinking and being, unable to see other possibilities. Therapy allows us as individuals and family units to create meaning out of the various life experiences that we have encountered and can help to open up new ways of thinking, feeling, and being. I provide individual and family counseling in a comfortable and confidential setting. I treat those who experience issues related to trauma, anger management, self-injury, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity issues, and self-esteem challenges.
Andrew Morgan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Outside of practice, Andrew enjoys gardening, reading, writing, playing guitar, disc golfing, and spending time with family and friends.
Andrew completed his Addiction Studies training at Miami-Dade College, Miami, FL in 2010 and earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University, Florida, in 2014. Andrew occupies an Integrative-Systemic therapeutic position. He maintains the belief that people are the experts of their own lives and assists others to map out and execute their treatment plans through a collaborative client-therapist dialogue. Andrew views the human experience though a relational and multigenerational lens and believes that every worldview is developed and altered in accordance with the unique meaning.
Outside of practice, Andrew enjoys gardening, reading, writing, playing guitar, disc golfing, and spending time with family and friends.
Andrew completed his Addiction Studies training at Miami-Dade College, Miami, FL in 2010 and earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University, Florida, in 2014. Andrew occupies an Integrative-Systemic therapeutic position. He maintains the belief that people are the experts of their own lives and assists others to map out and execute their treatment plans through a collaborative client-therapist dialogue. Andrew views the human experience though a relational and multigenerational lens and believes that every worldview is developed and altered in accordance with the unique meaning.
Shirley Khong
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Forest Park, IL 60130 (Online Only)
I came into the field of therapy because I have always been curious to how and what makes a relationship (romantic, friendship, or family) healthy and successful. Throughout my professional career I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families. It’s been a joy for me to empower my clients to develop and become more aware of their triggers, needs, and wants. In every client interaction, I learn the things that you need help with and we work together to put your story together in a meaningful way.
I came into the field of therapy because I have always been curious to how and what makes a relationship (romantic, friendship, or family) healthy and successful. Throughout my professional career I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families. It’s been a joy for me to empower my clients to develop and become more aware of their triggers, needs, and wants. In every client interaction, I learn the things that you need help with and we work together to put your story together in a meaningful way.
Trude Holli
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warrenville, IL 60555
I offer you Emotion focused therapy for individuals/couples, Internal Family System work, Trauma informed as well as Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
Good mental health is hard to achieve in isolation. I commend you for reaching out to share your troubles. I offer you a safe place to feel. Trusting is especially hard if you've endured more than most. Learning how to deal with what's inside is confusing if nobody taught you as a kid how to make sense of it all. Therapy is a unique process where as you dare to let a safe person experience the hurt alongside you, you'll feel less alone,"weird" and overwhelme of what's happening. When we feel less alone, we'll have courage to try what it's like to practice responses that won’t get us deeper into depression, shame and anxiety.
I offer you Emotion focused therapy for individuals/couples, Internal Family System work, Trauma informed as well as Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
Good mental health is hard to achieve in isolation. I commend you for reaching out to share your troubles. I offer you a safe place to feel. Trusting is especially hard if you've endured more than most. Learning how to deal with what's inside is confusing if nobody taught you as a kid how to make sense of it all. Therapy is a unique process where as you dare to let a safe person experience the hurt alongside you, you'll feel less alone,"weird" and overwhelme of what's happening. When we feel less alone, we'll have courage to try what it's like to practice responses that won’t get us deeper into depression, shame and anxiety.
Halie Howells
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Elgin, IL 60123
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist; I work with families, couples, and individuals and conceptualize problems by piecing together the influence of the larger system (family, school, environment, etc).
Therapy is about gathering and understanding the pieces of your story. The themes of our story, the characters we've encountered, the obstacles we've faced, and the meaning we've made from our experiences, these are all complex things. It's my job (and joy!) to sort through these pieces and provide a new lens in order to challenge you, push you, and help you grow into the most healthy, authentic version of you. I love helping people understand themselves better and find courage to connect more with those around them.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist; I work with families, couples, and individuals and conceptualize problems by piecing together the influence of the larger system (family, school, environment, etc).
Therapy is about gathering and understanding the pieces of your story. The themes of our story, the characters we've encountered, the obstacles we've faced, and the meaning we've made from our experiences, these are all complex things. It's my job (and joy!) to sort through these pieces and provide a new lens in order to challenge you, push you, and help you grow into the most healthy, authentic version of you. I love helping people understand themselves better and find courage to connect more with those around them.
Ann Hostetter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hinsdale, IL 60521
I offer individual and family counseling.
Reaching out for help is a very important, yet difficult step to make. This is why it is important to meet my clients where they are and help them tap into their own strengths in a safe and compassionate space. I provide individual therapy to adolescents, adults, and families with a focus on those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias, interpersonal issues, and change of life issues (postpartum, coping with loss, transition into adulthood, and aging). I also specialize in postpartum anxiety and depression and I am certified in Maternal Mental Health through PSI (Postpartum Support International).
I offer individual and family counseling.
Reaching out for help is a very important, yet difficult step to make. This is why it is important to meet my clients where they are and help them tap into their own strengths in a safe and compassionate space. I provide individual therapy to adolescents, adults, and families with a focus on those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias, interpersonal issues, and change of life issues (postpartum, coping with loss, transition into adulthood, and aging). I also specialize in postpartum anxiety and depression and I am certified in Maternal Mental Health through PSI (Postpartum Support International).
Christina Cornejo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, IL 60546
Waitlist for new clients
Working with children and adolescents I use evidence-based, family-focused mental health care to support healthy development, strengthen family relationships, and help achieve academic success.
I offer supportive counseling to adults, children, and families to help improve mental health and overall well-being. With adults, I use a holistic approach to build on individual strengths and capacity for change in improving overall mental health and functioning.
Working with children and adolescents I use evidence-based, family-focused mental health care to support healthy development, strengthen family relationships, and help achieve academic success.
I offer supportive counseling to adults, children, and families to help improve mental health and overall well-being. With adults, I use a holistic approach to build on individual strengths and capacity for change in improving overall mental health and functioning.
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
I am an Illinois licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with extensive experience in individual, family and couples counseling.
Making that first phone call is a difficult step. I assure you that I will provide you with warm, supportive professional help. It has been my goal for over 30 years to help people through a learning/healing process that can lead to lasting change and a happier life. I work hard to provide each person with a comfortable and safe environment, which
enables trust and communication to flourish.
I am an Illinois licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with extensive experience in individual, family and couples counseling.
Making that first phone call is a difficult step. I assure you that I will provide you with warm, supportive professional help. It has been my goal for over 30 years to help people through a learning/healing process that can lead to lasting change and a happier life. I work hard to provide each person with a comfortable and safe environment, which
enables trust and communication to flourish.
Full Circle Counseling - Debra Torres
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, IL 62704
My specialties include anxiety, depression, couples counseling, family issues, mental illness, PTSD, trauma, grief, physical disabilities, health issues, LGBTQ issues, relationships, eating disorders and addictions.
Does life seem difficult right now? Are you struggling with particular issues you cannot seem to overcome? I am a licensed clinical professional counselor, a certified drug and alcohol counselor and a CCATP (Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional). I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered treatment. I work with people with disabilities, mental illness, depression, anxiety, PTSD, addictions, trauma. I am offering both telehealth & in-person. I work with couples and families. Insurances I accept are Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Health Alliance, Tricare, United Healthcare and out of network clients.
My specialties include anxiety, depression, couples counseling, family issues, mental illness, PTSD, trauma, grief, physical disabilities, health issues, LGBTQ issues, relationships, eating disorders and addictions.
Does life seem difficult right now? Are you struggling with particular issues you cannot seem to overcome? I am a licensed clinical professional counselor, a certified drug and alcohol counselor and a CCATP (Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional). I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered treatment. I work with people with disabilities, mental illness, depression, anxiety, PTSD, addictions, trauma. I am offering both telehealth & in-person. I work with couples and families. Insurances I accept are Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Health Alliance, Tricare, United Healthcare and out of network clients.
Linda Brown-Jackson
Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60652
My ideal client is the person that knows they need help. They do not have to know what kind of help, but open to talk therapy and exploring possible forms of relief. I have worked with children and adults with issues such as; anger, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Behavior Modification, depression and anxiety. It is most comforting to help someone find relief from discomfort.
I provide individual, group and family therapy. The counseling scope includes parent coaching, anger management, trauma, and school guidance.
My ideal client is the person that knows they need help. They do not have to know what kind of help, but open to talk therapy and exploring possible forms of relief. I have worked with children and adults with issues such as; anger, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Behavior Modification, depression and anxiety. It is most comforting to help someone find relief from discomfort.
I provide individual, group and family therapy. The counseling scope includes parent coaching, anger management, trauma, and school guidance.
Steve Wodka
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Schaumburg, IL 60173
I specialize in treating men/women from dysfunctional families who have anxiety/depression as a result of their upbringing. Treatment interests include Adult Children of Alcoholics, family dysfunction, anxiety disorders, depression, trauma. I utilize a direct interactive style contingent on the clients' needs. I help clients understand their emotional "blue-print" and create new learning and choices. I work with emotionally distant individuals, building communication skills and a positive sense of self. I have a special interest in men's issues, including difficulties expressing and understanding emotions and anger management skills
I specialize in treating men/women from dysfunctional families who have anxiety/depression as a result of their upbringing. Treatment interests include Adult Children of Alcoholics, family dysfunction, anxiety disorders, depression, trauma. I utilize a direct interactive style contingent on the clients' needs. I help clients understand their emotional "blue-print" and create new learning and choices. I work with emotionally distant individuals, building communication skills and a positive sense of self. I have a special interest in men's issues, including difficulties expressing and understanding emotions and anger management skills
Dr. Samantha (Weinstein) Hickman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60563
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in providing individual, couples, and family therapy to adolescents and adults. I treat a variety of issues and diagnoses, including difficulties related to developmental and life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships, previous trauma (physical, sexual, emotional abuse), and gender and sexual identity concerns.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in providing individual, couples, and family therapy to adolescents and adults. I treat a variety of issues and diagnoses, including difficulties related to developmental and life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships, previous trauma (physical, sexual, emotional abuse), and gender and sexual identity concerns.
Katie Neidetcher
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Peoria, IL 61615
I specialize in working with teen to middle-aged women dealing with self-esteem and relationship issues, as well as adults and teens dealing with relationship issues, setting boundaries, and family issues.
Do you feel lost, confused, and totally disgruntled as the world feels like it is passing you by but you’re holding all of the strings together. Getting to this point has taken a lot of you, maybe even feeling like its taken all of you. You have used so much courage, perseverance, and resilience to get to this point. This is the place where it stops. This is where you find what you have been looking for: the support, the encouragement, the ear to listen, the shoulder to cry. This is the space where you feel safe to be able to be the most vulnerable that you have ever been.
I specialize in working with teen to middle-aged women dealing with self-esteem and relationship issues, as well as adults and teens dealing with relationship issues, setting boundaries, and family issues.
Do you feel lost, confused, and totally disgruntled as the world feels like it is passing you by but you’re holding all of the strings together. Getting to this point has taken a lot of you, maybe even feeling like its taken all of you. You have used so much courage, perseverance, and resilience to get to this point. This is the place where it stops. This is where you find what you have been looking for: the support, the encouragement, the ear to listen, the shoulder to cry. This is the space where you feel safe to be able to be the most vulnerable that you have ever been.
Dr. Gina Gaston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Holland, IL 60473 (Online Only)
Hi I’m Gina! Do you know that everyone feels overwhelmed from time to time? Balancing the demands of life, family, and work can be challenging, especially now. I have a PhD and MSW from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am a highly trained therapist with experience helping people work through issues such as grief and loss, depression, anxiety, addiction, and a host of other issues that may be affecting your well-being. I am a strength-based therapist that views every client as having the ability to work through challenges. Sometimes all you need is a little help to move forward.
Hi I’m Gina! Do you know that everyone feels overwhelmed from time to time? Balancing the demands of life, family, and work can be challenging, especially now. I have a PhD and MSW from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am a highly trained therapist with experience helping people work through issues such as grief and loss, depression, anxiety, addiction, and a host of other issues that may be affecting your well-being. I am a strength-based therapist that views every client as having the ability to work through challenges. Sometimes all you need is a little help to move forward.
Kathleen L Irving
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downers Grove, IL 60515
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. I specialize in providing treatment of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, eating issues, addiction, and women's issues. My approach to therapy is individualized to your specific needs. My style in interactive and direct and my goal is to help people of all ages, backgrounds and beliefs find solutions to personal, relational and family problems. I work with a variety of other professionals, including psychiatrists and physicians, to provide a team approach to treatment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. I specialize in providing treatment of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, eating issues, addiction, and women's issues. My approach to therapy is individualized to your specific needs. My style in interactive and direct and my goal is to help people of all ages, backgrounds and beliefs find solutions to personal, relational and family problems. I work with a variety of other professionals, including psychiatrists and physicians, to provide a team approach to treatment.
Patricia (Trisha) Mortensen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Channahon, IL 60410
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my MSW from Loyola University in 2007. I have experience working with people of all ages and provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families. I have extensive experience working with clients with a wide variety of behavioral health issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, family conflict, stress management, difficulties with emotional regulation, and anger management. I am recognized as a smart step family provider (https://smartstepfamilies.com/smart-help/therapy-providers).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my MSW from Loyola University in 2007. I have experience working with people of all ages and provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families. I have extensive experience working with clients with a wide variety of behavioral health issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, family conflict, stress management, difficulties with emotional regulation, and anger management. I am recognized as a smart step family provider (https://smartstepfamilies.com/smart-help/therapy-providers).
Kinya M Lucas-Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPC
Verified Verified
Lansing, IL 60438 (Online Only)
My name is Kinya Brown. I have over 20 years of experience in the field of Social Work. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked with various populations of women, including trauma, anxiety, depression, anxiety, family issues, and relationship problems. I very much like a positive and strength-based approach to therapy. I think it is important to find balance in your life and it starts with improving self-esteem. I like a person centered approach meaning you are in charge, we go at your speed and things should always be comfortable for you during therapy. I love connecting with people and I want to hear your story!
My name is Kinya Brown. I have over 20 years of experience in the field of Social Work. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked with various populations of women, including trauma, anxiety, depression, anxiety, family issues, and relationship problems. I very much like a positive and strength-based approach to therapy. I think it is important to find balance in your life and it starts with improving self-esteem. I like a person centered approach meaning you are in charge, we go at your speed and things should always be comfortable for you during therapy. I love connecting with people and I want to hear your story!
Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.