Therapists in Arlington Heights, IL

Accepting new clients starting November 2023 (in-person in Arlington Heights and virtual). I'm here to listen, and I'm here to help. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy and collaboration with my clients. My goal is to create a supportive space where you can share your experiences and feel safe and understood.

I use an integrative approach to therapy that is collaborative, solution-focused, and aimed at creating meaningful movement towards positive change. I want to provide a safe, secure, and non-judgmental environment in which clients can feel free to openly discuss their thoughts and feelings. I am a member of the LGBTQ community and thoroughly enjoy helping clients overcome their fear and anxiety and move towards a more authentic life. I additionally enjoy helping couples and families improve communication and overall relationship dynamics. I believe that change happens when knowledge and experiences are shared.

Confidence, better sleep, less anger, & stress reduction, are what people often report with EMDR Therapy. It’s a journey of deep healing that usually results in the release of emotional blocks that have long been trapped in your mind and body. Emotional blocks may be imprinted in who you are and may interfere with all that you aspire to be. They are stored in feelings, body sensations, and beliefs. EMDR Therapy is very effective at finding, addressing, and “cleaning” that imprint. Even if you cannot recall any specific traumatic events from your childhood, EMDR can help you recognize and resolve old emotional unhealthy patterns.

Are you or your family having problems? Arlington Psychological treats many concerns, especially Anxiety, Depression, Anger, and Couples' Issues. Are you having problems with intrusive thoughts, intense fears and worries, difficulties with sadness and grief, poor focus? How about chronic irritability, frustration, or family arguments? These problems can affect school, work, or your home life. We treat all school aged children, young adults, college students, and adults, including career professionals, couples, and families. Our experts have unique specialties that can help.

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.

I specialize in helping men connect to themselves and others with strength, courage, and authenticity. Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or just that life is not all you had hoped? Are your relationships unfulfilling? Having difficulty letting go of past hurts? Using sex, the internet, work, or social media to avoid others or painful emotions? Does it seem impossible to "get through" to your spouse? Retirement not going well? Has the pandemic knocked you off your game? It’s time for a change. “You, he said, are a terribly real thing in a terribly false world, and that, I believe, is why you’re in so much pain" (Autumn).

I get it! Asking for help is HARD. Especially when you wear ALL of the hats- student, parent, spouse, friend, employee, boss. But that is exhausting having to make sure everyone else is happy and everything around you is running smoothly. You might find yourself worrying about everything else- and you forget about yourself. Then add a stressful or traumatic upbringing or event to the mix and you find yourself wondering who you are, what makes you happy, how you are going to get through this, and how you got here in the first place. Things can get tough and I am here to help you through it.

Ann is a Licensed Social Worker with over 8 years of experience. She utilizes client centered therapy with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and mindfulness techniques. She believes a healthy body contributes to a healthy mind and therefore emphasizes the importance of the mind body connection.

I have been deeply interested in the field of psychology from a very young age. My respect and commitment to this field have never wavered. For over 30 years, I have seen clients improve their lives in ways both large and small. Change may occur by learning new coping strategies, grieving a past loss, working through trauma or abuse, or by beginning to trust another.

You have reached your limit. You find yourself in a place between feeling too proud to ask for help and longing for the joy and contentment that others seem to have found in their lives. You aren't alone. The majority of my current and former clients struggled in silence for a long time, believing that they just needed to "be stronger" and push through on their own. When you are experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, postpartum depression/anxiety, or facing a major life change, it's not a matter of strength. It's a matter of finding the courage to ask for help.

Are you struggling at the moment, and feel it is difficult to keep your head above water? Do you feel like your relationships, career, or other areas of your life are creating barriers to feeling happy? My main goal as a therapist is to see my clients grow and to help them recognize their abilities and strengths as an individual, so that they can feel they’re leading the life that they want. I approach each client with respect and compassion and motivate them to reach their own personal goals, so that they can continue to see self-growth. As your therapist I will guide you to get on the path that will provide more happiness.

I have been working in the field of mental health for 9 years and substance use 7 years. I believe in a client centered approach. I want to meet you where you are and utilize your strengths instead of focusing on your weaknesses. I am also human, so I will be honest with you as if I am not that does a disservice to you. The goal is for you to gain skills needed for a happy and healthy life that you want to create. I feel we can work together in order for you to meet your goals and what you want out of therapy.

The first step is the hardest to do alone when you may be struggling with anxiety, stress, depression or inability to focus. That is where we would work together to build a trusting alliance to identify your goals and the steps that it would take to get there. Each person is different, and I tailor each experience to your individual needs.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over ten years of experience working with individuals, couples, families and children, contending with a wide range of issues, from mild adjustment difficulties to more chronic issues. I believe that a successful therapy experience occurs within a unique therapist-client relationship that is safe,collaborative, empowering and person focused. I draw from a range of treatment approaches to tailor treatment based on the presenting problem, current research, and the specific life circumstances and personal attributes that are unique to my clients.

I enjoy working with adults of all ages seeking support with eating disorders, body image, negative eating disorder treatment experiences, gender and sexuality exploration, unique stressors of graduate school, and challenging relationships with parents/caregivers. Little Bird provides a deep understanding and compassion for all persons and their parts and is committed to maintaining space free of pathologization and hierarchical relationships between therapist and client.

I have served hundreds of families over the years and have developed a specialty working with children (four and up), adolescents and young adults. I believe these are important formative years in a person's life and sometimes there are bumps along the way. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harm, school-refusal, grief and loss, sexual abuse, behavioral issues, dealing with divorce, and much more. I understand that each individual is different and thus treatment needs to be tailored to each person's needs and wants. I also enjoy working with a variety of adults and young couples.

I have over twenty years of experience working with children, families, couples, individuals, and groups. I have ample experience working Latinx clients, immigrant families, and multiracial couples. If you suffer issues such as: depression, anxiety, or relational issues ( couples problems, mother/father and children disagreements, siblings fights) give yourself the opportunity to improve your relationships. For years, I have been working with children who have suffered traumatic events and their families. I am an American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Approved Supervisor, and I supervise Therapy students.

You matter, and your needs are important. Embracing change and seeking self-improvement is a natural part of life and should be viewed as an opportunity rather than a burden. Every small step you take towards self-improvement sets in motion a profound ripple effect that extends far beyond your own life. Regardless of where you are in your journey or what you're faced with, I am fully dedicated to providing you with the warmth, understanding, and support that you deserve.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years’ experience working in the mental health field. I have experience working in a variety of settings including private practice, community counseling, in home services and acute hospitalization. These experiences have allowed me to gain the knowledge, techniques and approaches to help my clients get back to a comfortable place in life.