Female Therapists in 60171

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Nancy Anderson
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
River Grove, IL 60171
My name is Nancy Anderson. I am a licensed, clinical professional counselor, and also a certified alcohol and drug counselor. I have a passion for working with clients, experiencing life transitions, including divorce and bereavement issues, stress management, anger management, and those clients interested in personal growth. Additionally, I enjoy working with young adults, college students, substance abuse, and invocational Counseling. I employ CBT(cognitive behavioral therapy). I believe the mind is the most powerful organ in our body.
My name is Nancy Anderson. I am a licensed, clinical professional counselor, and also a certified alcohol and drug counselor. I have a passion for working with clients, experiencing life transitions, including divorce and bereavement issues, stress management, anger management, and those clients interested in personal growth. Additionally, I enjoy working with young adults, college students, substance abuse, and invocational Counseling. I employ CBT(cognitive behavioral therapy). I believe the mind is the most powerful organ in our body.
(773) 741-9711 View (773) 741-9711
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Veronica K. Gulezian
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC, EMDR
Verified Verified
River Grove, IL 60171  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Choosing to seek counseling can be a vulnerable decision. Maybe you're wondering if things are really that bad, or if counseling can even work. As someone who has been on both sides of the therapist's chair, I can confidently say that counseling can provide relief. I strive to create a safe and collaborative therapeutic space in order to help you develop a stronger, peaceful, and more positive sense of self. Together, we can figure out how to address any personal, professional, or relationship issues you want to bring to the table.
Choosing to seek counseling can be a vulnerable decision. Maybe you're wondering if things are really that bad, or if counseling can even work. As someone who has been on both sides of the therapist's chair, I can confidently say that counseling can provide relief. I strive to create a safe and collaborative therapeutic space in order to help you develop a stronger, peaceful, and more positive sense of self. Together, we can figure out how to address any personal, professional, or relationship issues you want to bring to the table.
(773) 347-7528 View (773) 347-7528
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Wendy Gutierrez
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
River Grove, IL 60171  (Online Only)
Hola! Buenos Días! My name is Wendy Gutierrez, I am a licensed Clinical Psychotherapist with 10 years of clinical experience in working with a diverse population and Latin Community. I specialize in treatment for Depression, Grief, Relationship Stress, Anger Management, Trauma, Anxiety and Mood Disorders. My clinical approach aims to be culturally sensitive to the needs of the client. Counseling Treatment is based on a combination of a holistic approach, mindfulness, client centered approach, emotional regulation and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Hola! Buenos Días! My name is Wendy Gutierrez, I am a licensed Clinical Psychotherapist with 10 years of clinical experience in working with a diverse population and Latin Community. I specialize in treatment for Depression, Grief, Relationship Stress, Anger Management, Trauma, Anxiety and Mood Disorders. My clinical approach aims to be culturally sensitive to the needs of the client. Counseling Treatment is based on a combination of a holistic approach, mindfulness, client centered approach, emotional regulation and cognitive behavioral therapy.
(708) 847-6647 View (708) 847-6647
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Dawn Stewart-Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
River Grove, IL 60171
Is your child experiencing feelings of sadness or anxiety that have begun to impact everyday life and activities? Is your child stressed about school, avoiding school or having trouble with friendships? Do they struggle with focus and attention to the point that it impacts grades as well as relationships? I can help with identifying and managing strong emotions through the development of new coping tools and strategies. I offer a positive and encouraging space to support my clients in acquiring new skills, adapting to and managing life’s changes and bringing out strengths and abilities.
Is your child experiencing feelings of sadness or anxiety that have begun to impact everyday life and activities? Is your child stressed about school, avoiding school or having trouble with friendships? Do they struggle with focus and attention to the point that it impacts grades as well as relationships? I can help with identifying and managing strong emotions through the development of new coping tools and strategies. I offer a positive and encouraging space to support my clients in acquiring new skills, adapting to and managing life’s changes and bringing out strengths and abilities.
(708) 726-8858 View (708) 726-8858

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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.