Grief Therapists in 60099

Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with.

Life can be challenging and sometimes painful. Most clients come to me due to distress or general life dissatisfaction. My goal is to foster a safe place for individuals to share their feelings and their pain. I want clients to feel heard and understood. I feel it is a privilege to help people find ways to cope and empower them through challenging crisis or relationship struggles. My approach is collaborative and I try to build upon a person's strengths. For some clients, I provide tools and suggestions and for others I help them to identify their role in the conflict.

I am a Ph.D. and a Licensed Professional Counselor with an Alcohol and Drug background. I specialize in treating addictions and those affected by addictions, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. I also have a strong background in treating trauma, as well as mood disorders. I also treat gay and lesbian issues, grief and loss, anxiety, domestic abuse, the elderly, dissociative and personality disorders, and impulse control. Primarily I use cognitive behavioral methods with a humanistic and spiritual component. For clients who are interested in alternative methods. I am trained in indigenous healing and transpersonal methods, and I am an ordained minister.

If you are having feelings of sadness, irritability, hopelessness or are currently experiencing a life stressor, we can help. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am a Community Psychologist who has considerable experience working with many different populations. I am licensed and certified to meet the growing needs of the world we live in. I am committed to developing a caring and compassionate relationship with the individuals I serve.

My ideal client is motivated and ready to explore the issues that bring you to this site. Whether, depressed, anxious, or both. Whether you also have a substance use problem, or problems in a relationship I am here for you.

I am here to help you, individually, as a couple, as a family or within a group setting, through your unique challenges. Together, we will work to achieve all your goals. You will feel heard and understood.

Seeking help can often be scary and intimidating. It is important to find a therapist that is caring and compassionate. In my practice, I seek to provide a safe and comfortable space for individuals to share the most vulnerable parts of their lives. Life is full of difficult situations we are not always prepared to handle. Therapy can be a way to get the support and tools we need to better cope with things life throws our way.

Dr. Barker is a licensed clinical psychologist who practices and provides therapy to ethnically and socioeconomically diverse couples. Furthermore, he offers general psychological services to facilitate treatment for various marital issues, including depression, anxiety, stress management, conflict management, interpersonal difficulties, childhood trauma, and men’s issues. To further aid with treatment, he asks poignant questions to understand the underlying concerns and collaboratively works with the client to develop a plan of action.

Tough times can be hard to get through, but it's possible to overcome them. Maybe you're struggling with a difficult past or current situation that's left you feeling hurt, hopeless, lost, confused, angry, or alone? Please know that you are NOT alone and there is hope! We can work through this together in a supportive, non-judgmental space where issues are slowly confronted with empathy and holistically to inspire healing and growth for your mind, body, and soul. You can OWN your story, heal, and move forward with hope and determination. I have availability in the AM and afternoon via a confidential Telehealth/Video platform.