Female Therapists in 60559

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Kelley Dunn
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westmont, IL 60559
Being vulnerable takes tremendous strength and opening yourself up to create an authentic and genuine life requires conviction. I work with couples in premarital and marital counseling, as well as helping all adults with relationship issues (LGBTQ+ Allied). Issues like infidelity, lack of intimacy and communication struggles are common and together we can work to resolve them. My goal is to help you rebuild your relationship into something much healthier than before. I also help adults with grief, chronic illness, anxiety and depression.
Being vulnerable takes tremendous strength and opening yourself up to create an authentic and genuine life requires conviction. I work with couples in premarital and marital counseling, as well as helping all adults with relationship issues (LGBTQ+ Allied). Issues like infidelity, lack of intimacy and communication struggles are common and together we can work to resolve them. My goal is to help you rebuild your relationship into something much healthier than before. I also help adults with grief, chronic illness, anxiety and depression.
(630) 793-0923 View (630) 793-0923
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Eithne M Kiely
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a licensed therapist with a extensive experience, working with teenagers, adults and couples. I appreciate the courage and personal investment that seeking therapy involves - and I commend you for taking the steps to pursuing therapy today. I firmly believe in the personal rewards of therapy, and in taking the time to invest in ourselves - and identify and create the life we want. Navigating life can be an incredible, exciting and rewarding experience, - but it can also be overwhelming, painful and thoroughly anxiety inducing. I want you to know that you are not alone with this. Seeking support is a great first step.
Welcome! I am a licensed therapist with a extensive experience, working with teenagers, adults and couples. I appreciate the courage and personal investment that seeking therapy involves - and I commend you for taking the steps to pursuing therapy today. I firmly believe in the personal rewards of therapy, and in taking the time to invest in ourselves - and identify and create the life we want. Navigating life can be an incredible, exciting and rewarding experience, - but it can also be overwhelming, painful and thoroughly anxiety inducing. I want you to know that you are not alone with this. Seeking support is a great first step.
(708) 729-9253 View (708) 729-9253
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A Worthy Journey Therapy and Coaching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westmont, IL 60559
You feel like you will never be good enough. You try so hard to make everyone else happy and if you're honest they're your kryptonite. You just want to be understood and for people to love you for you. But this love feels conditional. You secretly wonder if other people like you or just what you can do for them. If you’re being honest you feel so weak and hate that you are affected by the thought of people judging you, criticizing you, or downright leaving. To make them stay you try to please everyone in your life but you’re pissed off because what you want seems not to matter and you always get the short end of the stick.
You feel like you will never be good enough. You try so hard to make everyone else happy and if you're honest they're your kryptonite. You just want to be understood and for people to love you for you. But this love feels conditional. You secretly wonder if other people like you or just what you can do for them. If you’re being honest you feel so weak and hate that you are affected by the thought of people judging you, criticizing you, or downright leaving. To make them stay you try to please everyone in your life but you’re pissed off because what you want seems not to matter and you always get the short end of the stick.
(331) 207-9034 View (331) 207-9034
Resilience & Transformation Psychotherapy Center
LCPC
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
Resilience & Transformation Psychotherapy Center is a group psychotherapy practice based in Illinois that offers trauma-focused psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. One main goal of our work is to allow you process traumatic experiences so that you are no longer as effected by past painful events. Our work seeks to improve your sleep to be more restful, your live to become more meaningful and worth living. We aim to reduce your PTSD symptoms, such as nightmares, high anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and irritability.
Resilience & Transformation Psychotherapy Center is a group psychotherapy practice based in Illinois that offers trauma-focused psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. One main goal of our work is to allow you process traumatic experiences so that you are no longer as effected by past painful events. Our work seeks to improve your sleep to be more restful, your live to become more meaningful and worth living. We aim to reduce your PTSD symptoms, such as nightmares, high anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and irritability.
(708) 367-3226 View (708) 367-3226
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Eryn Smith-Moeller, LCPC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CDVP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westmont, IL 60559
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that getting to the root of the problem--not just managing symptoms-- is key to transformation. I enjoy being part of the healing process; empowering people to discover their own capacity for growth and change. I believe each of us already holds the keys to our highest good. I have helped a range of people, men, women, teens, and members of the LGBTQ community, examine their lives from new perspectives and discover new solutions. I would love to help YOU blossom! My passion is helping people navigate a path to safety, wholeness & healing.
I believe that getting to the root of the problem--not just managing symptoms-- is key to transformation. I enjoy being part of the healing process; empowering people to discover their own capacity for growth and change. I believe each of us already holds the keys to our highest good. I have helped a range of people, men, women, teens, and members of the LGBTQ community, examine their lives from new perspectives and discover new solutions. I would love to help YOU blossom! My passion is helping people navigate a path to safety, wholeness & healing.
(847) 416-0380 View (847) 416-0380
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Jacquie Stone
MCAT
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
My ideal client would be open to Art Therapy and understand that Art Therapy is a non-verbal way to express themself successfully and be able to process their issues through art and counseling. Perhaps they are dealing with depression, anxiety or addiction. I would meet the person where they are at in their journey and actively and empathetically listen while guiding them to alternate paths to wellness. They want to create goals for themselves that they can achieve and learn coping skills that can help them to grow and move forward.
My ideal client would be open to Art Therapy and understand that Art Therapy is a non-verbal way to express themself successfully and be able to process their issues through art and counseling. Perhaps they are dealing with depression, anxiety or addiction. I would meet the person where they are at in their journey and actively and empathetically listen while guiding them to alternate paths to wellness. They want to create goals for themselves that they can achieve and learn coping skills that can help them to grow and move forward.
(708) 816-5135 View (708) 816-5135
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Donna C. Bredrup
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, DSW, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westmont, IL 60559  (Online Only)
Loss is an underlying reason many of my clients seek counseling. Some have lost a part of who they were before overwhelming life events occurred. Some are helping professionals who give so much in their work or life they are experiencing traumatic stress, compassion fatigue, burnout, or vicarious trauma. Some are experiencing the loss of a family structure they were familiar with. Others have experienced an unexpected traumatic loss of a loved one to suicide, homicide, or sudden death.
Loss is an underlying reason many of my clients seek counseling. Some have lost a part of who they were before overwhelming life events occurred. Some are helping professionals who give so much in their work or life they are experiencing traumatic stress, compassion fatigue, burnout, or vicarious trauma. Some are experiencing the loss of a family structure they were familiar with. Others have experienced an unexpected traumatic loss of a loved one to suicide, homicide, or sudden death.
(331) 233-1595 View (331) 233-1595
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Julie E. Zonca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
There are times of life when emotional pain is overwhelming. During those times, working with a therapist brings relief, and helps those struggling to reach their potential. I specialize in providing that kind of help. For more than a decade I've counseled people of all ages, helping empower them to rely on personal strengths, discover a sense of purpose, and appreciate a greater sense of self worth. It's humbling to witness people demonstrate resilience when overcoming difficult issues. In my practice I guide clients as they discern how to be and feel their best.
There are times of life when emotional pain is overwhelming. During those times, working with a therapist brings relief, and helps those struggling to reach their potential. I specialize in providing that kind of help. For more than a decade I've counseled people of all ages, helping empower them to rely on personal strengths, discover a sense of purpose, and appreciate a greater sense of self worth. It's humbling to witness people demonstrate resilience when overcoming difficult issues. In my practice I guide clients as they discern how to be and feel their best.
(630) 360-8071 View (630) 360-8071
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Tatiana Duchak
Counselor, JD
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
My name is Tatiana and I'm a LCPC, specializing in the treatment of trauma. I work with teens and adults who are currently struggling with the weight and pressures of daily life, as well as those feeling the heaviness of their past, difficult life experiences. I often see survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, violence, and childhood trauma.
My name is Tatiana and I'm a LCPC, specializing in the treatment of trauma. I work with teens and adults who are currently struggling with the weight and pressures of daily life, as well as those feeling the heaviness of their past, difficult life experiences. I often see survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, violence, and childhood trauma.
(708) 367-3346 View (708) 367-3346
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Manasa Perera
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
Hi! My name is Manasa and I am a clinical psychologist, practicing in Illinois. I am glad you found my profile! I know starting therapy is a big step, and not always an easy one. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you and help you navigate through life situations that are leading you to seek out therapy, in a warm, safe, confidential space. I want to help you understand what is maintaining your undesired thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and find ways to work through them in a way that allows you to live the life you are striving for.
Hi! My name is Manasa and I am a clinical psychologist, practicing in Illinois. I am glad you found my profile! I know starting therapy is a big step, and not always an easy one. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you and help you navigate through life situations that are leading you to seek out therapy, in a warm, safe, confidential space. I want to help you understand what is maintaining your undesired thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and find ways to work through them in a way that allows you to live the life you are striving for.
(331) 244-0875 View (331) 244-0875
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Monika Breidenbach
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westmont, IL 60559
Are you struggling with anxiety, anger, panic attacks, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, or self-esteem issues? Do you feel stuck or overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions and are seeking support to navigate through these difficulties. Are you looking to find relief from distressing symptoms, improving relationships, increasing self-confidence, and gaining clarity about values and priorities in life? Do you want to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, develop healthier ways of coping, and create positive changes that will enhance their overall well-being? Take a step forward and let me help you.
Are you struggling with anxiety, anger, panic attacks, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, or self-esteem issues? Do you feel stuck or overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions and are seeking support to navigate through these difficulties. Are you looking to find relief from distressing symptoms, improving relationships, increasing self-confidence, and gaining clarity about values and priorities in life? Do you want to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, develop healthier ways of coping, and create positive changes that will enhance their overall well-being? Take a step forward and let me help you.
(708) 419-3690 View (708) 419-3690
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Julie McDevitt
Counselor, LCPC, BCC, LBS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westmont, IL 60559
Every family is fighting their own battle. Whether it is addiction, depression, or inability to get along, you are not alone. Sometimes those struggles become so overwhelming, that finding support is your best option. If you have decided to stop suffering alone, you are in the right place. I work with Mothers, Fathers and Families to address their individual and family struggles. Individuals who I help are often battling symptoms of: ADHD, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Divorce, Sex and Porn Addiction or Life Transitions. See Personal Client Reviews at HealthGrades.com
Every family is fighting their own battle. Whether it is addiction, depression, or inability to get along, you are not alone. Sometimes those struggles become so overwhelming, that finding support is your best option. If you have decided to stop suffering alone, you are in the right place. I work with Mothers, Fathers and Families to address their individual and family struggles. Individuals who I help are often battling symptoms of: ADHD, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Divorce, Sex and Porn Addiction or Life Transitions. See Personal Client Reviews at HealthGrades.com
(630) 206-3054 View (630) 206-3054
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Sue Shekut
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Westmont, IL 60559  (Online Only)
I look forward to working with you! As a specialist in treating trauma, I am passionate about helping clients strengthen resilience & improve relationships. My aim is to help you better handle difficult emotions and feel more self-compassion and self-acceptance. I enjoy helping couples and individuals with relationship issues (such as ineffective patterns of communicating, intimacy/attachment issues, invalidation, shame defense mechanisms) to heal and grow. I integrate wellness, interpersonal neurobiology, somatic psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, and attachment theory in my work.
I look forward to working with you! As a specialist in treating trauma, I am passionate about helping clients strengthen resilience & improve relationships. My aim is to help you better handle difficult emotions and feel more self-compassion and self-acceptance. I enjoy helping couples and individuals with relationship issues (such as ineffective patterns of communicating, intimacy/attachment issues, invalidation, shame defense mechanisms) to heal and grow. I integrate wellness, interpersonal neurobiology, somatic psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, and attachment theory in my work.
(773) 206-1866 View (773) 206-1866
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Kendyl Thorsness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
When life feels overwhelming and out of control, therapy can be an incredible way to help you take control and gain the skills to help you handle future life stressors, whether personal or in your relationship. My goal in therapy is to help you feel supported, comfortable, and heard as we work together. Finding the right type of therapy is essential depending on the person and what help they are looking for. I want my clients to get what they want out of our time together, and to do that I feel it is important to build a trusting and open relationship.
When life feels overwhelming and out of control, therapy can be an incredible way to help you take control and gain the skills to help you handle future life stressors, whether personal or in your relationship. My goal in therapy is to help you feel supported, comfortable, and heard as we work together. Finding the right type of therapy is essential depending on the person and what help they are looking for. I want my clients to get what they want out of our time together, and to do that I feel it is important to build a trusting and open relationship.
(708) 401-6924 View (708) 401-6924
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Elizabeth Racanelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559  (Online Only)
The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist that you feel comfortable with. I will provide you with a therapeutic relationship based on non-judgmental support, compassion and trust so that you feel comfortable discussing your personal struggles. Together we can identify areas where change can bring relief from the symptoms you are experiencing.
The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist that you feel comfortable with. I will provide you with a therapeutic relationship based on non-judgmental support, compassion and trust so that you feel comfortable discussing your personal struggles. Together we can identify areas where change can bring relief from the symptoms you are experiencing.
(708) 694-7941 View (708) 694-7941
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Whitney Henderson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
Every person has a story that makes them unique. One thing I know for sure is that you are a capable individual and there is a beautiful story inside you waiting to be told. I want to hear your story so that we can work together to build a life you proud of and happy with. Whether you are struggling with your marriage, dealing with depression or anxiety, or simply ready to make some simple changes, I am ready to help you achieve your goals.
Every person has a story that makes them unique. One thing I know for sure is that you are a capable individual and there is a beautiful story inside you waiting to be told. I want to hear your story so that we can work together to build a life you proud of and happy with. Whether you are struggling with your marriage, dealing with depression or anxiety, or simply ready to make some simple changes, I am ready to help you achieve your goals.
(630) 716-9573 View (630) 716-9573
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Carolyn Ball
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westmont, IL 60559
Something in your life isn’t working the way you hoped. Your relationships, self-esteem or overall happiness isn’t where you want it to be. You are feeling overwhelmed with all that's going on and are unsure how to get back on track. You may be experiencing anxiety and find the constant worry is controlling your life. Perhaps you're stuck in a relationship that feels blah and are worried things won't ever change. The thought "I know things should be better than this" keeps coming up. You’ve got a lot on your mind, and you wonder if talking to someone would help.
Something in your life isn’t working the way you hoped. Your relationships, self-esteem or overall happiness isn’t where you want it to be. You are feeling overwhelmed with all that's going on and are unsure how to get back on track. You may be experiencing anxiety and find the constant worry is controlling your life. Perhaps you're stuck in a relationship that feels blah and are worried things won't ever change. The thought "I know things should be better than this" keeps coming up. You’ve got a lot on your mind, and you wonder if talking to someone would help.
(630) 528-0448 View (630) 528-0448
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Melissa Gregory
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who graduated from Benedictine University with a Master in Clinical Psychology with a subspecialty in childhood and adolescence. I work with children and adolescents on developing skills to better manage their emotions and behaviors. My goal of therapy is to move at a speed that is comfortable for the client. I like to incorporate different therapeutic games, crafts and activities to make sessions more enjoyable. I want therapy to be productive but fun at the same time!
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who graduated from Benedictine University with a Master in Clinical Psychology with a subspecialty in childhood and adolescence. I work with children and adolescents on developing skills to better manage their emotions and behaviors. My goal of therapy is to move at a speed that is comfortable for the client. I like to incorporate different therapeutic games, crafts and activities to make sessions more enjoyable. I want therapy to be productive but fun at the same time!
(708) 854-1469 View (708) 854-1469
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Alexis Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westmont, IL 60559
You are worthy of the best life has to offer. It can be challenging to navigate barriers to change alone. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression or relationship struggles let’s tackle those hurdles together to work towards what you want out of life. I strive to create a space that feels warm, empathetic and safe to explore the reasons for which you seek therapy.
You are worthy of the best life has to offer. It can be challenging to navigate barriers to change alone. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression or relationship struggles let’s tackle those hurdles together to work towards what you want out of life. I strive to create a space that feels warm, empathetic and safe to explore the reasons for which you seek therapy.
(630) 560-6533 x4 View (630) 560-6533 x4
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Megan R Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
My clinical experience has focused on serving those who experience anxiety, depression, family and marriage/relationship struggles, PTSD (veterans, military active duty, first responders). Most clients I see are striving to understand what they are feeling and sometimes why they are having certain symptoms. Therapeutic intervention can help guide a client to finding some of those answers and creating goals to help them live with more peace and happiness.
My clinical experience has focused on serving those who experience anxiety, depression, family and marriage/relationship struggles, PTSD (veterans, military active duty, first responders). Most clients I see are striving to understand what they are feeling and sometimes why they are having certain symptoms. Therapeutic intervention can help guide a client to finding some of those answers and creating goals to help them live with more peace and happiness.
(630) 884-0195 View (630) 884-0195
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.