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Sara Luce
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
Let's face it - life can be pretty tough sometimes. Work, family, relationships, anxiety, stress... It can be a long list. The positive spin is that you do not need to tackle it all by yourself. Therapy is an excellent place to receive extra support and work towards positive change. My role is to meet you where you're at, help you identify your goals, and start making steps to reach those goals.
Let's face it - life can be pretty tough sometimes. Work, family, relationships, anxiety, stress... It can be a long list. The positive spin is that you do not need to tackle it all by yourself. Therapy is an excellent place to receive extra support and work towards positive change. My role is to meet you where you're at, help you identify your goals, and start making steps to reach those goals.
(847) 558-1755 View (847) 558-1755
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Innovative Counseling Partners PLLC
Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
We have been trained to work with a variety of issues-Depression, Anger, Anxiety (group and individual formats), Bipolar disorder, Trauma, Child and Adolescent work (males and females), Sexual Abuse, Play Therapy, Family therapy, Cultural issues (adapting to the western culture), and Gay/Lesbian family issues.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
We have been trained to work with a variety of issues-Depression, Anger, Anxiety (group and individual formats), Bipolar disorder, Trauma, Child and Adolescent work (males and females), Sexual Abuse, Play Therapy, Family therapy, Cultural issues (adapting to the western culture), and Gay/Lesbian family issues.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
(773) 312-3612 View (773) 312-3612
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Libertyville Counseling ltd.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
Our counseling services include individual therapy, couples therapy, premarital counseling, counseling for children and adolescents, family therapy, group therapy, and trainings.
Present, connected and committed can be a path forward. It is the way we practice, and the way we serve our clients. At Libertyville Counseling ltd, we help our clients become present and connect to their current problems, pain, struggles, and strengths while committing to creating a life that is important and meaningful to them. Our practice includes a spectrum of counseling professionals who work with clients that are experiencing anxiety or depression that interferes with life, healing from loss, navigating through difficult life transitions or changes, and managing their own behaviors that get in the way of who they want to be.
Our counseling services include individual therapy, couples therapy, premarital counseling, counseling for children and adolescents, family therapy, group therapy, and trainings.
Present, connected and committed can be a path forward. It is the way we practice, and the way we serve our clients. At Libertyville Counseling ltd, we help our clients become present and connect to their current problems, pain, struggles, and strengths while committing to creating a life that is important and meaningful to them. Our practice includes a spectrum of counseling professionals who work with clients that are experiencing anxiety or depression that interferes with life, healing from loss, navigating through difficult life transitions or changes, and managing their own behaviors that get in the way of who they want to be.
(224) 298-7614 View (224) 298-7614
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Chris Schinler
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
I want to work with a wide variety of clients in group, family, and individual based sessions
I want to work with a wide variety of clients in group, family, and individual based sessions
(847) 584-1438 View (847) 584-1438
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Daniel Campos
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
As such, I've become proficient at family therapy, identity concerns and advocacy, supporting parents, and crisis management.
My ideal client? Probably you! Therapy requires engagement, and searching for a therapist is a great, positive step. I work with children, teens, and adults, and I've become pretty good at engaging even the most reluctant. I really enjoy helping others find their identity and their comfortable space. I tend to work with anxiety disorders, trauma, and family conflict. Of course, what is trauma and conflict without stress, anger, and low moods? I've worked with pretty much everything, and helping people identify their needs, goals, and a direction is very satisfying.
As such, I've become proficient at family therapy, identity concerns and advocacy, supporting parents, and crisis management.
My ideal client? Probably you! Therapy requires engagement, and searching for a therapist is a great, positive step. I work with children, teens, and adults, and I've become pretty good at engaging even the most reluctant. I really enjoy helping others find their identity and their comfortable space. I tend to work with anxiety disorders, trauma, and family conflict. Of course, what is trauma and conflict without stress, anger, and low moods? I've worked with pretty much everything, and helping people identify their needs, goals, and a direction is very satisfying.
(847) 443-5456 View (847) 443-5456
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Jennifer Martin Rieck
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, CTMH
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
I have experience with divorce, co-parenting, blending families, being a step-parent, adoptive parent, and biological parent, and the family court system.
Clients often come to me because they struggle with anxious or depressive symptoms and don't know how to improve. They are often surprised to learn that underlying these symptoms are often seemingly unrelated beliefs and feelings about relationships - particular relationships and relationships in general - that they didn't even know were there. Often clients believe that there is something "wrong" with them and their mental health, not understanding that with the right language to tell their story they often find that they make perfect sense! In addition to relationships and Schema, I also explore personality, values, and goals.
I have experience with divorce, co-parenting, blending families, being a step-parent, adoptive parent, and biological parent, and the family court system.
Clients often come to me because they struggle with anxious or depressive symptoms and don't know how to improve. They are often surprised to learn that underlying these symptoms are often seemingly unrelated beliefs and feelings about relationships - particular relationships and relationships in general - that they didn't even know were there. Often clients believe that there is something "wrong" with them and their mental health, not understanding that with the right language to tell their story they often find that they make perfect sense! In addition to relationships and Schema, I also explore personality, values, and goals.
(224) 207-4117 View (224) 207-4117
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Karen Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
I work with clients across the age range and offer both individual and family therapy.
I aim to empower you or your child to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, develop a stronger sense of self-esteem, and build skills that will allow you to have healthy and successful relationships. I enjoy partnering with clients to help you address concerns that may be generating uncomfortable feelings or preventing you from achieving your goals. I have experience working in elementary and middle schools supporting students with emotional regulation and social skills development. I have experience with a wide range of presenting concerns, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and family conflicts.
I work with clients across the age range and offer both individual and family therapy.
I aim to empower you or your child to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, develop a stronger sense of self-esteem, and build skills that will allow you to have healthy and successful relationships. I enjoy partnering with clients to help you address concerns that may be generating uncomfortable feelings or preventing you from achieving your goals. I have experience working in elementary and middle schools supporting students with emotional regulation and social skills development. I have experience with a wide range of presenting concerns, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and family conflicts.
(847) 693-3529 View (847) 693-3529
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Elizabeth Cucci
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
Whether you're an adolescent or adult facing family/relationship turmoil, identity exploration, mental health challenges, or self-esteem struggles, I'm here to support your journey. Your needs and goals are at the heart of our work together. My goal is to help you develop your understanding, emotional stability, and confidence in navigating life's complexities. You deserve a space where you can find answers, heal wounds, and develop resilience. Together, we'll empower you to build healthier relationships, discover your true self, and achieve the well-being and fulfillment you're striving for.
Whether you're an adolescent or adult facing family/relationship turmoil, identity exploration, mental health challenges, or self-esteem struggles, I'm here to support your journey. Your needs and goals are at the heart of our work together. My goal is to help you develop your understanding, emotional stability, and confidence in navigating life's complexities. You deserve a space where you can find answers, heal wounds, and develop resilience. Together, we'll empower you to build healthier relationships, discover your true self, and achieve the well-being and fulfillment you're striving for.
(224) 223-1683 View (224) 223-1683
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Youth & Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
Youth & Family Counseling (YFC) is a family friendly counseling center located in Libertyville. We provide individual, couple, and family therapy services to children, adolescents, adults and seniors. Our mission is to help people from all walks of life heal from trauma, cope with difficult life transitions, and reach their full potential. Our therapists have an extensive range of clinical backgrounds and areas of expertise. All are compassionate professionals who are committed to helping their clients achieve their treatment goals.
Youth & Family Counseling (YFC) is a family friendly counseling center located in Libertyville. We provide individual, couple, and family therapy services to children, adolescents, adults and seniors. Our mission is to help people from all walks of life heal from trauma, cope with difficult life transitions, and reach their full potential. Our therapists have an extensive range of clinical backgrounds and areas of expertise. All are compassionate professionals who are committed to helping their clients achieve their treatment goals.
(847) 416-0798 View (847) 416-0798
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Brett Sisler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
I have been providing individual, family, marital and group counseling for over 25 years to clients presenting with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, substance abuse, infidelity, chronic pain, grief and more. I own and manage Rockland Professional Group with my wife, Jill Sisler, LCSW. Our practice has been providing highly professional, experienced, warm and compassionate care in Libertyville, Illinois for over 35 years. We serve clients from all over the north, and northwest suburbs of Chicago.
I have been providing individual, family, marital and group counseling for over 25 years to clients presenting with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, substance abuse, infidelity, chronic pain, grief and more. I own and manage Rockland Professional Group with my wife, Jill Sisler, LCSW. Our practice has been providing highly professional, experienced, warm and compassionate care in Libertyville, Illinois for over 35 years. We serve clients from all over the north, and northwest suburbs of Chicago.
(847) 201-4057 View (847) 201-4057
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Carol L Dreyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCPC
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048  (Online Only)
My ideal client is looking for a supportive environment to sort out what is bothering them in a collaborative manner. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I specialize in couples and families at all stages of marital distress and conflict, re-marital,premarital, infidelity, family problems, empty nesters, and aging parents. I will work with you to find effective solutions to the challenges you are facing. We will work to identify your strengths and weaknesses keeping your goals at the forefront of our work together.
My ideal client is looking for a supportive environment to sort out what is bothering them in a collaborative manner. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I specialize in couples and families at all stages of marital distress and conflict, re-marital,premarital, infidelity, family problems, empty nesters, and aging parents. I will work with you to find effective solutions to the challenges you are facing. We will work to identify your strengths and weaknesses keeping your goals at the forefront of our work together.
(847) 558-6563 View (847) 558-6563
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Ianka Pena Geraldino
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
I use a combination of evidence-based approaches such as CBT, Family Systems, Solution-Focused, Expressive Arts, and Gottman Methods.
I am bilingual and happy to offer sessions in English or Spanish. I would be honored to hear your story and help you navigate through the challenges that are affecting you. I take care to build a safe and welcoming environment that can facilitate change in your life. I am committed to providing empathy and genuine positive regard for you and working collaboratively toward goals to help you thrive. I work to meet you where you are and tailor interventions to meet your needs and preferences. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling.
I use a combination of evidence-based approaches such as CBT, Family Systems, Solution-Focused, Expressive Arts, and Gottman Methods.
I am bilingual and happy to offer sessions in English or Spanish. I would be honored to hear your story and help you navigate through the challenges that are affecting you. I take care to build a safe and welcoming environment that can facilitate change in your life. I am committed to providing empathy and genuine positive regard for you and working collaboratively toward goals to help you thrive. I work to meet you where you are and tailor interventions to meet your needs and preferences. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling.
(847) 696-8065 x11 View (847) 696-8065 x11
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North Shore Family Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
When you or your child/teen is struggling, you want strategies to combat challenges NOW. At North Shore Family Services, we empower kids, teens, and adults to learn tools, so they can succeed independently. Our goal is for children, teens, adults, parents, and couples to learn skills to be successful with school, peers, work, and family- long after therapy ends. We assist with IEP and 504 plans to help our children/teen clients succeed where they spend most of their day- out of their parents' sight. Parents are our partners in helping kids and teens learn life skills.
When you or your child/teen is struggling, you want strategies to combat challenges NOW. At North Shore Family Services, we empower kids, teens, and adults to learn tools, so they can succeed independently. Our goal is for children, teens, adults, parents, and couples to learn skills to be successful with school, peers, work, and family- long after therapy ends. We assist with IEP and 504 plans to help our children/teen clients succeed where they spend most of their day- out of their parents' sight. Parents are our partners in helping kids and teens learn life skills.
(224) 803-2468 x700 View (224) 803-2468 x700
Kathleen V. Shea, PhD & Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
"What is the impact of my personality on my self, my significant other, and my family/work relationships?" By answering this questions, clients/patients identify and eventually change self-defeating habits, beliefs, and patterns caused by trauma, substance abuse/addiction, and chronic stress. Signs of negative impact include anger, low mood,multiple marriages, work problems, and eventually job loss.
"What is the impact of my personality on my self, my significant other, and my family/work relationships?" By answering this questions, clients/patients identify and eventually change self-defeating habits, beliefs, and patterns caused by trauma, substance abuse/addiction, and chronic stress. Signs of negative impact include anger, low mood,multiple marriages, work problems, and eventually job loss.
(847) 512-8681 View (847) 512-8681
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Ellen W. Rodman
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048  (Online Only)
"Strive to achieve all you want. Find happiness in everything you do" Are you having difficulties accomplishing this? My goal is to help you achieve this, to become unstuck and to help you move forward. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is essential to achieve this. During this process, I will help guide and support you through your strengths and to build upon it. I have had experience working with multitude of issues with clients ranging from anxiety, depression, severe mental illness to divorce, LGBT, family & romantic relationship issues as well as adjustment and or life transition issues.
"Strive to achieve all you want. Find happiness in everything you do" Are you having difficulties accomplishing this? My goal is to help you achieve this, to become unstuck and to help you move forward. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is essential to achieve this. During this process, I will help guide and support you through your strengths and to build upon it. I have had experience working with multitude of issues with clients ranging from anxiety, depression, severe mental illness to divorce, LGBT, family & romantic relationship issues as well as adjustment and or life transition issues.
(773) 295-4986 View (773) 295-4986
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Molly Zale Oxman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience working in schools, community mental health centers, forensic and private practice settings. I have worked with individuals presenting with mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety, attention difficulties and behavioral concerns. I provide individual and family therapy as well as comprehensive psychological evaluations.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience working in schools, community mental health centers, forensic and private practice settings. I have worked with individuals presenting with mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety, attention difficulties and behavioral concerns. I provide individual and family therapy as well as comprehensive psychological evaluations.
(847) 440-3354 View (847) 440-3354
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Stephanie Ardagh LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Type 73
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
Stephanie teaches coping and problem solving skills that empower those she works with to improve their quality of life and functioning within school, social and family relationships.
North Star Counseling Group was founded on the idea that all people will find themselves in need of guidance and support at some point in their life. Various concerns can lead a person to counseling services. Stephanie Ardagh, LCSW works with children ages 3-18. She is experienced in addressing issues of: self esteem, self injury, body image, school refusal, adjustment to divorce and loss, social skills, and significant behavior disorders. Stephanie sees parents as a valuable resource and ally when working with children. She works well with other providers, such as school personnel, to get to know her clients and their unique needs.
Stephanie teaches coping and problem solving skills that empower those she works with to improve their quality of life and functioning within school, social and family relationships.
North Star Counseling Group was founded on the idea that all people will find themselves in need of guidance and support at some point in their life. Various concerns can lead a person to counseling services. Stephanie Ardagh, LCSW works with children ages 3-18. She is experienced in addressing issues of: self esteem, self injury, body image, school refusal, adjustment to divorce and loss, social skills, and significant behavior disorders. Stephanie sees parents as a valuable resource and ally when working with children. She works well with other providers, such as school personnel, to get to know her clients and their unique needs.
(224) 360-5219 View (224) 360-5219
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360 Degrees Wellness and Coaching
Counselor, LCSW, LCPC, MSW, CRADC, CADC
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
We are a group of board certified psychotherapists and executive coaches specializing in behavioral health. Our highly experienced staff averages more than 18 years experience in their respective fields: Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Solution- Focused, Collaborative and Health-Oriented Therapies. We can help you with: Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Low self-esteem, Postpartum depression, Martial or family issues, School problems, Parenting issues, Chronic pain, Grief, Trauma and managing negative feelings.
We are a group of board certified psychotherapists and executive coaches specializing in behavioral health. Our highly experienced staff averages more than 18 years experience in their respective fields: Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Solution- Focused, Collaborative and Health-Oriented Therapies. We can help you with: Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Low self-esteem, Postpartum depression, Martial or family issues, School problems, Parenting issues, Chronic pain, Grief, Trauma and managing negative feelings.
(847) 807-1012 View (847) 807-1012
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Stacia Crick-Brommel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing evidence-based therapy to adolescents, children, and adults. In my work, I explore ways to find the best therapy for each individual that will help him/her return to an emotional balance enabling more enjoyment in life and improving all interpersonal relationships. I do my best to practice the tenets of empathy and unconditional positive regard while using an eclectic approach that informs my therapy including Humanistic, Family Systems, CBT, DBT, Solutions Focused, schematic therapy, reality, and relational therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing evidence-based therapy to adolescents, children, and adults. In my work, I explore ways to find the best therapy for each individual that will help him/her return to an emotional balance enabling more enjoyment in life and improving all interpersonal relationships. I do my best to practice the tenets of empathy and unconditional positive regard while using an eclectic approach that informs my therapy including Humanistic, Family Systems, CBT, DBT, Solutions Focused, schematic therapy, reality, and relational therapy.
(828) 373-8607 View (828) 373-8607
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Mary Beth Kerf
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
Life can present us with significant challenges. As a therapist, my goal is to assist you in identifying the obstacles that may be in the way of you experiencing life as you want it to be and to develop strategies that result in an increase in acceptance, contentment and success. My expertise is in providing individual and family therapy. Additionally, I have a specialization in addiction recovery, trauma work and working with mood regulation (depression, anxiety).I treat adolescents, families, couples and individuals. I see patients 18 years of age and up.
Life can present us with significant challenges. As a therapist, my goal is to assist you in identifying the obstacles that may be in the way of you experiencing life as you want it to be and to develop strategies that result in an increase in acceptance, contentment and success. My expertise is in providing individual and family therapy. Additionally, I have a specialization in addiction recovery, trauma work and working with mood regulation (depression, anxiety).I treat adolescents, families, couples and individuals. I see patients 18 years of age and up.
(224) 601-8282 View (224) 601-8282

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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.