Do you have a child or adolescent that is suffering from anxiety or depression? Transitions can be difficult and result in symptoms, stress and unhappiness for some youth. I work to help each person get through their challenges and find their strengths. Families can benefit from a therapist who helps them to process their feelings and experiences. Parents can feel overwelmed when their child is suffering.

I believe that a decision to change means you're halfway there. I understand that deciding to seek treatment can be a difficult choice to make. It is important to find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and one who challenges you in a way to facilitate and inspire change. I hope that we can work as a collaborative team to explore which aspects of your life may be holding you back from realizing a more emotionally healthy and satisfying life.

I have extensive experience helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with individuals, groups, couples, and families. I enjoy working with adolescents and couples. I have a lot of expertise in helping my clients with stress management, self-esteem issues, communication skills, peer conflict, women's issues and men's issues. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship and I approach each client individually to determine their course of treatment. I also have a degree in Dietetics and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

We provide evidence-based CBT/Exposure Therapy for anxiety disorders, specializing in social anxiety, selective mutism, separation anxiety, panic disorder, & related issues. The goal is to live a valued life in the presence of anxiety and, to do this, we treat the anxious-avoidance cycle you may find yourself in. Anxious avoidance is when a person avoids something that makes them anxious (which is normal and expected). However, when avoidance interferes with your life and keeps you from living out your goals, that’s when avoidance (not anxiety) becomes problematic. We are specialists who can help you learn how to approach vs avoid.

Are you feeling stressed, nervous, or down? Not happy in your relationship? Unsure about making a decision in your life? Looking to start living a more fulfilling and happier life? Psychotherapy can help you to discover your inner strengths and gain insights about yourself that can lead you towards achieving your goals in therapy and beyond.

Reaching out for support is often a difficult first step in the process of getting help, enacting change in your life and healing. Due to the current circumstances in the world, feelings of loneliness, sadness and anxiety are more and more present in many lives. Together, we can build a trusting and sincere therapeutic relationship that will aid you in addressing difficulties that you face and pursuing your goals.

I am a clinical mental health counselor, but that's just my title. What I actually do is help people recognize their own potential and heal from past experiences and trauma. I am an empathic professional encourager who uses an integrated, personalized approach to help each client, even if they are unsure where to start. I have been asked, "How do I know I'm ready for therapy?" and my answer is, You're ready when you no longer want to feel the way you do now. Therapy is a collaborative process and it takes courage to reach out, but I have compassion and care plus skills to help you start to feel better! My pronouns are she/her/hers.

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. Joy uses her compassion and down-to-earth nature to provide an environment where clients can feel safe to be their authentic selves. She understands that seeking change, or something different, is not an easy process. Joy forms collaborative partnerships with her clients when developing therapeutic goals and a plan for care. She uses mindfulness, empathy and insight to aid in the empowerment of clients. In addition, Joy also utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and family systems theory techniques. Joy works with individuals, couples and families.

Do you or a loved one suffer from anxiety and/or OCD? Do you have trouble with unwanted thoughts or worries, physical symptoms of anxiety, perfectionism, phobias, or trouble getting to school or work? Is anxiety/OCD getting in the way of living your best life or achieving your goals? Cognitive behavioral therapy, and more specifically exposure-based therapy, can help you manage anxiety and help you live the life you want! It is very goal driven and results-oriented. Sessions build on each other, and you can notice progress quickly. Therapy can happen in the office or outside of the office. There is also a large parent component.

Are you experiencing relationship problems, feeling depressed, or anxious? We offer compassionate individual and couples therapy. The focus initially is to start with what is most pressing in your life . We work with your emotions, thoughts, and life experiences to develop new insights and ways of creating positive changes so that you have a better quality of life. You only live one life - Let us help you make it the best one possible.

I am a licensed clinical social worker in Elmhurst, IL. My experience includes helping adults with severe mental illness with their daily activities as well as facilitating group therapy at a residential treatment facility; working as a parent coach and counselor for families with children with attachment disorders; counseling individuals, couples, and families with a variety of different issues; as a school social worker in a private school; providing training to school staff on attachment disorders; and consulting for other psychotherapists.

How often do you say to yourself, “I feel stressed or overwhelmed.”? In today’s fast-paced world we have less time in our daily life to process our experiences and feelings. We can find ourselves becoming depressed or frustrated. A therapist can provide the additional support and empathy needed to guide you through these negative feelings.

Being in a cycle of unhealthy patterns and not recognizing who you are anymore can create feelings of hopelessness and devastation. Dealing with school, work and relationship stress can be overwhelming. Together, we will work towards reducing the negative intensity. Achieving self-awareness and building self-esteem can help you feel whole again. Change can be difficult, but I strive to help you overcome anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, women’s health issues, unhealthy relationships, and trauma. I also enjoy conducting a variety of neuropsychological assessments and evaluations for pre-surgical psychological clearance.

You’re a smart, capable person but you're feeling stuck, lost, and overwhelmed on the inside. You’re struggling to figure out how to change that. Maybe it feels like anxious thoughts and imposter syndrome rule you. Maybe it feels like everyone is more organized than you. Maybe it feels like you have to put a lot of effort into being social. It can be isolating and hard to feel secure when you feel like no one really gets you. These feelings can pop up at any time in your life. The good news? It doesn’t have to stay this way! Let's take the first step to feeling better. You are more than the frustrations you feel today.

My name is Karen Dorner and I have been working as a counselor for over 11 years and I am so lucky to continue to love what I do all these years. My core passion is helping others improve the quality of their lives by overcoming and working through their pain, anxieties, and traumas and by navigating life's challenges. I am blessed that my clients trust me to walk with them on their respective journeys towards finding balance, peace and connectedness as individuals and also within their families.

With 25+ years of clinical experience coupled with a great deal of diverse life experience, I bring a strong and caring presence to the counseling relationship. I love what I do...and it shows! Whether working with an individual adult, a child or adolescent and their family, or a couple, I join with you, the client, at whatever point you're at in your life journey and help you to develop the skills and coping strategies to forge a forward path of self discovery, growth and joy! Don't just survive your life's challenges - thrive in newfound strength and empowerment!

Are you feeling stuck in life? It takes courage to ask for help and the first step can be the hardest. However, the rewards can lead to a lifetime of fulfillment. I understand and have experienced the emotional challenges life can throw at you. In working together we will cultivate your growth by understanding the obstacles that you face and developing solutions that can help you gain control of your life and achieve your goals. Ultimately, leading to greater self-awareness, self-esteem, and most importantly, a more fulfilling life.

I have worked in many different settings providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. I am passionate about focusing on my clients' strengths and teaching them skills to feel strong and independent. I pride myself in the ability to make my clients feel understood and motivated. My goal is to provide a supportive, safe place to help my clients find solutions to their problems. I believe in meeting my clients where they are and offering a non-judgemental attitude.