Therapists in Arlington Heights, IL

Do feelings of anxiety or depression leave you feeling "stuck" in life? Do you find yourself awake at night because you just can't quiet your mind, and expecting the worst when walking into unfamiliar situations, or starting new relationships? When things happen to us that are not within our control, feelings of anxiety are common. Life altering experiences are not always obvious... in fact, they can appear quite subtle, yet have a large impact on the way we view the world, and view ourselves.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University. I have experience working with young adults, adults, and senior ages in individual and group settings. Utilizing a Psychodynamic approach, I aim to partner with you to help you achieve your goals.

I have a strong interest in trauma-informed therapy and understand the importance of considering one’s life experiences to help them feel physical and emotional safety. I like to provide and hold space for individuals to safely process and experience their feelings. I trust each client’s ability to reflect, and believe in working together to create the right pace for healing. I am keen to work with individuals experiencing depression, PTSD, anxiety, and life transitions.

Therapy can be beneficial to anyone. Do you want to assess your strengths, improve mental readiness, motivate yourself, and/or get in the zone? As a deaf/hearing-impaired individual and former student-athlete, I have a passion for working with adolescents, adults, and student-athletes. My goal is to provide services to improve your psychological well-being and maximize optimal performance at school, at your job or in your sport. In the competitive arena of sports, job market, or academics, you want every advantage you can get. I can serve as a key member of your success team.

At Rise Strong Counseling, we strive in providing quality care. Counseling is a professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. Rise Strong Counseling maintains a commitment towards positive change for clients on their journey to self-discovery and personal growth.

Are you struggling with painful experiences or uncomfortable emotions? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Are you experiencing any blockages in communication with your children? I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and families dealing with various life's challenges and helping them heal and nourish deep connections in their relationships. I also love working with immigrants and minorities struggling with racial/cultural identity, acculturation, and various mental health issues. I offer sessions in both English and Korean to best meet the needs of culturally diverse populations.

I work with adults of all ages as they face anxiety, stress, compulsive gambling, depression, self-esteem challenges, relationship issues and difficulties in the workplace. My approach begins with building a healthy therapeutic relationship. It is within this context that I will begin to look at the areas of life you would like to change and assist you in creating a plan for doing so. My style is supportive and interactive, incorporating humor at times, to help clients find solutions that fit.

Seeking guidance is a sign of strength! If you are reading this, you have taken the first step. I am passionate in my work with both adults and children through individual, couples or family counseling. Whether helping with communication and intimacy issues, mood disorders, developmental or social delays or stressful life events, I am an active participant in counseling and people quickly find they have a better understanding of what their issues are, feel symptom relief and have tools to manage their lives. I combine humor & straight forward guidance so individuals and couples quickly find symptom relief and happiness.

Finding a counselor that you connect with is an invaluable part of the counseling process. Building an honest and open therapeutic relationship is the foundation to personal growth. I believe that my counseling style and personality allow for others to feel comfortable exploring issues that they might be facing. I have over 20 years professional experience as a counselor helping people overcome many of life’s challenges. Whether in crisis or managing ongoing issues, I work with each individual to create goals and work towards recapturing the balance, peace and joy they desire in their lives.

My practice is committed to walking the Soul's journey with people using Heart-Centered holistic psychotherapy. I believe that each person has the inherent ability and desire to be healthy. Together we work to help you identify where you loose personal power due to traumas, negative behaviors and thoughts, addictions and difficult relationships. My goal is to provide a safe place to talk, work and interact, so in your own personal timing, you can integrate the tools and skills for healthy change, healing at the deepest levels and learning to live from a place of hope and well-being.

I believe that therapy can assist clients with a variety of challenges whether related to a diagnosed mental illness, life transition, relationship, or other. There are many things that can interfere with a feeling of satisfaction or fulfillment in one's life. In my work, I aim to help clients uncover and better navigate these barriers by first understanding their goals and getting to know the whole person. I then utilize evidence-based treatment to assist clients with developing a plan for meeting their personal, professional, and relational needs.

The late-great David Bowie captured one of life’s most enduring challenges when he dared us to “turn and face the straaange ch-ch-changes.” If only it were that easy, right? I am a change expert with 17+ years of experience helping people contend with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, “I feel stuck”-ness, low self-esteem, and underachievement. My approach is interactive, down-to-earth, and peppered with humor and creativity. Feel free to contact me for a brief, no-charge phone consultation. If I’m not the ideal fit for you or your loved one, I’ll be happy to assist you in finding someone who is.

Building an honest and open therapeutic relationship is the foundation for success in counseling. I believe that my down to earth personality and passion to help and connect with others provide a safe and comfortable environment to explore the issues you may be facing. With over 20 years of experience with children, adolescents and adults, I have worked with a wide range of issues and clients in various stages of their lives. Whether in crisis or managing ongoing challenges, I work with each individual to create both short and long term goals to recover the balance and joy in their lives.