Therapists in Bloomington, IL
Michelle Haase
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61705 (Online Only)
Taking new clients!... Life throws us surprises and leaves us navigating uncharted waters. In these situations you may struggle managing stress, experience anxiety, or grapple with life's difficult transitions. At some point you will experience relationship issues, unexpected loss, frightening diagnosis, daily work and family pressures. You need a space where you feel heard, supported, and safe.
Taking new clients!... Life throws us surprises and leaves us navigating uncharted waters. In these situations you may struggle managing stress, experience anxiety, or grapple with life's difficult transitions. At some point you will experience relationship issues, unexpected loss, frightening diagnosis, daily work and family pressures. You need a space where you feel heard, supported, and safe.
Lisa Albaugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in successful therapy. I view our relationship as collaborative. You will always be the expert on you and I bring my background, training, and 20+ years of experience to help you approach life in a different way. My approach is equity minded valuing an interpersonal style that will keep you and your needs as the priority. I utilize a variety of techniques and theories to meet your needs in a straightforward, welcoming, and inclusive environment. In our shared space, you will be heard and validated.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in successful therapy. I view our relationship as collaborative. You will always be the expert on you and I bring my background, training, and 20+ years of experience to help you approach life in a different way. My approach is equity minded valuing an interpersonal style that will keep you and your needs as the priority. I utilize a variety of techniques and theories to meet your needs in a straightforward, welcoming, and inclusive environment. In our shared space, you will be heard and validated.
Tara Valentine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Waitlist for new clients
I want to start by saying I’m proud of you. It takes a lot of bravery to seek help. It may not feel that way, and your brain may be saying “yeah, but.....”. However, you cannot have bravery without being afraid. I enjoy working with clients from ages 8 and up. I am affirming of LGBTQIA+ identities. I am experienced in working with: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, gender identity, grief, adjustment disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, domestic abuse, and communication concerns. As a therapist, I can help you find routes to success, to growth, to healing. It’s okay to feel lost. You aren’t alone.
I want to start by saying I’m proud of you. It takes a lot of bravery to seek help. It may not feel that way, and your brain may be saying “yeah, but.....”. However, you cannot have bravery without being afraid. I enjoy working with clients from ages 8 and up. I am affirming of LGBTQIA+ identities. I am experienced in working with: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, gender identity, grief, adjustment disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, domestic abuse, and communication concerns. As a therapist, I can help you find routes to success, to growth, to healing. It’s okay to feel lost. You aren’t alone.
Kimberly Hays
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61704
Not accepting new clients
Are you considering therapy to help you cope with stress, negative emotions or maybe to strengthen self-esteem? If so, my practice may be a good choice for you. My practice focuses on work with adults who seek counseling for personal growth to feel emotionally stronger and more content, or for those who are trying to work through negative feelings connected with relationship concerns, grief and loss, life transitions, depression, self-esteem, or anxiety. I view issues through a cultural lens, being mindful of the influences of society on people's lives.
Are you considering therapy to help you cope with stress, negative emotions or maybe to strengthen self-esteem? If so, my practice may be a good choice for you. My practice focuses on work with adults who seek counseling for personal growth to feel emotionally stronger and more content, or for those who are trying to work through negative feelings connected with relationship concerns, grief and loss, life transitions, depression, self-esteem, or anxiety. I view issues through a cultural lens, being mindful of the influences of society on people's lives.
Trina McCarty
Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Waitlist for new clients
I feel that counseling is a path to wellness and positive change, in which the client is an active participant in the healing process. Counseling should not only address symptoms, but the whole person, mind, body and spirit.
I feel that counseling is a path to wellness and positive change, in which the client is an active participant in the healing process. Counseling should not only address symptoms, but the whole person, mind, body and spirit.
Strong Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LCPC, EMDR, trauma, Special
Verified
3 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
You appear to have it all together on the outside, but you are a mess on the inside. You don't tell anyone how you really feel for fear of being judged. You are exhausted wearing the mask of the perfect imposter. You ask yourself, "Why is my best never good enough?" You want to believe God has a plan for you, but you're not even sure you believe in God anymore. I assure you, it is not just you. This real-time struggle is real. I know personally, there is hope. We all need the love of community to that hope. I look forward to hearing from you about ways I can help.
You appear to have it all together on the outside, but you are a mess on the inside. You don't tell anyone how you really feel for fear of being judged. You are exhausted wearing the mask of the perfect imposter. You ask yourself, "Why is my best never good enough?" You want to believe God has a plan for you, but you're not even sure you believe in God anymore. I assure you, it is not just you. This real-time struggle is real. I know personally, there is hope. We all need the love of community to that hope. I look forward to hearing from you about ways I can help.
Tyra Steverson
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Not accepting new clients
Not accepting new clients! I provide clients with a safe and affirming environment that validates their intersecting identities. I believe it’s especially important that all individuals have a therapeutic space that is tailored to their individual needs. From traumatizing experiences to anxiety and depression, I provide quality treatment that ensures each client reaches their intended outcomes/goals.
Not accepting new clients! I provide clients with a safe and affirming environment that validates their intersecting identities. I believe it’s especially important that all individuals have a therapeutic space that is tailored to their individual needs. From traumatizing experiences to anxiety and depression, I provide quality treatment that ensures each client reaches their intended outcomes/goals.
Thrive Child Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Like many of the families we work with, you may be feeling stuck. Perhaps you've read books, skimmed websites, and talked to friends and family in an effort to address your child's emotional or behavioral issues...yet he/she still seems to be struggling. Turning to someone else for help can feel like a big step. After all, as your child's parent, who knows him/her better than you? We agree. Thrive Child Psychology works in partnership with youth and families to get to the root of challenges, establish goals, and use research-based tools to achieve them.
Like many of the families we work with, you may be feeling stuck. Perhaps you've read books, skimmed websites, and talked to friends and family in an effort to address your child's emotional or behavioral issues...yet he/she still seems to be struggling. Turning to someone else for help can feel like a big step. After all, as your child's parent, who knows him/her better than you? We agree. Thrive Child Psychology works in partnership with youth and families to get to the root of challenges, establish goals, and use research-based tools to achieve them.
Sehar Reshamwala Malinowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61704
Sehar Reshamwala is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. She received her master's in clinical Mental Health Counseling from Bradley University in 2018. Sehar has received extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, and employs a mix of these approaches in her practice. In her spare time, Sehar enjoys catching up on the latest movies and TV shows, taking walks or spending time outdoors, reading, and finding new ways to entertain her toddler.
Sehar Reshamwala is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. She received her master's in clinical Mental Health Counseling from Bradley University in 2018. Sehar has received extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, and employs a mix of these approaches in her practice. In her spare time, Sehar enjoys catching up on the latest movies and TV shows, taking walks or spending time outdoors, reading, and finding new ways to entertain her toddler.
Cynthia M Jagodzinski (Harbaugh)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Life is a journey that requires moments of reflection concerning where we have been in order to concentrate on where we could allow life to lead us next. Meeting with a therapist enables individuals and families the opportunities to inquire as to why patterns exist and encourages us to ask the questions - is this working for me? Would change benefit me? Am I uncomfortable enough with the present to commit to change? I am an attachment based therapist that works from a strengths base to encourage individuals to tolerate the discomfort that comes with introspection and inspire growth.
Life is a journey that requires moments of reflection concerning where we have been in order to concentrate on where we could allow life to lead us next. Meeting with a therapist enables individuals and families the opportunities to inquire as to why patterns exist and encourages us to ask the questions - is this working for me? Would change benefit me? Am I uncomfortable enough with the present to commit to change? I am an attachment based therapist that works from a strengths base to encourage individuals to tolerate the discomfort that comes with introspection and inspire growth.
Nicholas Gudino
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61704
Nicolas Gudino is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of clinical experience. Nicolas earned a Masters of Arts Degree in Human Development Counseling – Clinical Mental Health from Bradley University. He is certified as a National Certified Counselor through NBCC and has provided services in community, residential, and hospital settings. Nicolas works with teens and adults experiencing varied mental and behavioral health concerns. In providing therapy services he aims to guide individuals in handling everyday stressors as well as significant life events.
Nicolas Gudino is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of clinical experience. Nicolas earned a Masters of Arts Degree in Human Development Counseling – Clinical Mental Health from Bradley University. He is certified as a National Certified Counselor through NBCC and has provided services in community, residential, and hospital settings. Nicolas works with teens and adults experiencing varied mental and behavioral health concerns. In providing therapy services he aims to guide individuals in handling everyday stressors as well as significant life events.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Email is the best way to reach me :) People may enter therapy for various reasons, from anxiety, stress or depression to trauma. Others are curious to discover more about themselves to improve their relationships and inner self. Whatever your circumstance is, therapy can be the first step in an empowering journey. One way to alleviate common and uncomfortable emotions is by identifying the root cause and processing events using evidence-based methods.
Email is the best way to reach me :) People may enter therapy for various reasons, from anxiety, stress or depression to trauma. Others are curious to discover more about themselves to improve their relationships and inner self. Whatever your circumstance is, therapy can be the first step in an empowering journey. One way to alleviate common and uncomfortable emotions is by identifying the root cause and processing events using evidence-based methods.
Jennifer Belle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
We all experience difficulties in life at some point, I would love to walk along side you and build a partnership as we work to deal with relationship issues, grief/loss, depression, anxiety or various life transitions. Preteens, adolescents, young adults, adults as well as couples can all benefit from therapy and working together to improve overall functioning.
We all experience difficulties in life at some point, I would love to walk along side you and build a partnership as we work to deal with relationship issues, grief/loss, depression, anxiety or various life transitions. Preteens, adolescents, young adults, adults as well as couples can all benefit from therapy and working together to improve overall functioning.
Barb O'Neal Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61705
I understand that asking for emotional help is one of the more difficult things you might ever do. I tell my clients that if they were in physical discomfort or pain they would call their doctor for relief, and to call a professional counselor is also a way to insure their health and well-being. I assure my clients that with my guidance, and their hard work, whether they are dealing with a life crisis, life transition, relationship issue, ongoing issue, etc, that they do not have to remain stuck, that they can change..
I understand that asking for emotional help is one of the more difficult things you might ever do. I tell my clients that if they were in physical discomfort or pain they would call their doctor for relief, and to call a professional counselor is also a way to insure their health and well-being. I assure my clients that with my guidance, and their hard work, whether they are dealing with a life crisis, life transition, relationship issue, ongoing issue, etc, that they do not have to remain stuck, that they can change..
Kimberly Moustoukkis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61704
You’re sitting here and a thought pops into your head saying “I am not enough” which leads you down a rabbit hole of negative thinking and now has you feeling anxious, irritable, and moody. You don’t know how to stop this train wreck of thinking and your thoughts have taken power over you. You’ve tried everything you can think of to silence your inner-critic: reading books, blogs, yoga, journaling, and even therapy. But none of it has worked, at least not for long. You’re ready for a change.
You’re sitting here and a thought pops into your head saying “I am not enough” which leads you down a rabbit hole of negative thinking and now has you feeling anxious, irritable, and moody. You don’t know how to stop this train wreck of thinking and your thoughts have taken power over you. You’ve tried everything you can think of to silence your inner-critic: reading books, blogs, yoga, journaling, and even therapy. But none of it has worked, at least not for long. You’re ready for a change.
Sandy L Colbs
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
8 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Life is a complicated journey, and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to walk with my clients as they navigate relationships, self esteem, life transitions, losses and change. My practice focuses on helping adults resolve difficult life experiences, whether from childhood or from the challenges of daily life or the inevitable transitions and changes of life as we grow older. I believe that therapy can help people break out of the set patterns of thinking and feeling that restrict us from living our life to our highest potential.
Life is a complicated journey, and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to walk with my clients as they navigate relationships, self esteem, life transitions, losses and change. My practice focuses on helping adults resolve difficult life experiences, whether from childhood or from the challenges of daily life or the inevitable transitions and changes of life as we grow older. I believe that therapy can help people break out of the set patterns of thinking and feeling that restrict us from living our life to our highest potential.
Brittany L Malak
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Are you ready to rebuild your relationship, but don't know where to begin? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has ample experience in helping couples reconnect after the stress of life has torn them apart.
Are you ready to rebuild your relationship, but don't know where to begin? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has ample experience in helping couples reconnect after the stress of life has torn them apart.
Jamie Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Do you want to know the secret of therapy? It is about you, and it is about the relationship. It is not about me. The therapeutic relationship is the best predictor of positive outcomes in therapy. So, it comes down to just a few questions. Do you like me? Do you think I like you? Do you trust me? If you think yes, then we are off to a great start. The relationship when meeting a therapist is very similar to meeting anyone else. You know how some people you just click with? That's what we are looking for here. I will always be on your team, for you, and your goals.
Do you want to know the secret of therapy? It is about you, and it is about the relationship. It is not about me. The therapeutic relationship is the best predictor of positive outcomes in therapy. So, it comes down to just a few questions. Do you like me? Do you think I like you? Do you trust me? If you think yes, then we are off to a great start. The relationship when meeting a therapist is very similar to meeting anyone else. You know how some people you just click with? That's what we are looking for here. I will always be on your team, for you, and your goals.
Rick Longstreth
CH
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
ARE YOU READY FOR REAL CHANGE? If you are ready to start living your life with peace and happiness while letting go of the frustration and fear, set up your free consultation today! I am different than most in the mental health world in that I don't want to spend every session talking about what is wrong in your life, I want to help empower, teach and lead you to achieve all of your goals and the life of your dreams. FREE 90-120 MINUTE CONSULTATION.
ARE YOU READY FOR REAL CHANGE? If you are ready to start living your life with peace and happiness while letting go of the frustration and fear, set up your free consultation today! I am different than most in the mental health world in that I don't want to spend every session talking about what is wrong in your life, I want to help empower, teach and lead you to achieve all of your goals and the life of your dreams. FREE 90-120 MINUTE CONSULTATION.
Shawn Soule
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Feeling confused or stuck? Therapy can help people identify and make progress on issues that are getting in the way of happiness, personal growth and fulfilling relationships in their lives. My professional experience includes success in helping teens and adults dealing with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use, relationships, parenting, and family related issues. I have worked in the counseling center of a major university, in a substance use treatment facility, in community mental health, and in private practice and have many years of experience and education.
Feeling confused or stuck? Therapy can help people identify and make progress on issues that are getting in the way of happiness, personal growth and fulfilling relationships in their lives. My professional experience includes success in helping teens and adults dealing with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use, relationships, parenting, and family related issues. I have worked in the counseling center of a major university, in a substance use treatment facility, in community mental health, and in private practice and have many years of experience and education.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.