Therapists in Bloomington, IL

Every person has a unique life story and their own journey that is no one else's but their own. Each person deserves an individualized plan and together, we can find the right plan that helps you achieve your goals and gets you back on track. I truly believe you are the expert in your own life & the more you discover about yourself during therapy, the stronger you will become. I tend to use goal oriented therapy and strive to develop an open and honest therapeutic relationship, I aim to offer a laid back, relaxed, & comfortable environment & enjoy using humor as well as honesty & direct communication in session. While I see a wide

First and foremost, if you are reading this, I want you to know that I see the strength it took for you to take this step in asking for help. I work with clients ages 3 and up to navigate many life challenges - whether that is reprocessing past trauma, struggling in relationships, infertility/perinatal struggles, or navigating the day to day stressors of life. Being a member of the military/veteran community, I am also passionate about working with military/veterans and their family members on the unique challenges they face in their day to day life. I hope to help each person rewrite their story into something they can be proud of.

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.

Dr. Blair Brown is a regional clinical director and licensed clinical psychologist providing therapeutic and psychological testing services for children, adolescents, and adults. She oversees her region of outstanding clinicians and treats patients individually, as part of a couple, or as a family. Dr. Brown received her doctoral degree from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, IL and completed her internship and post-doctoral fellowship at Streamwood Behavioral Health Hospital.

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. With their hard work and my guidance I assure my clients that they will be able to work through past or current issues and will not have to remain stuck, that they can change.

Kathleen Backus is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois with over 25 years of experience. She has a Master's degree from Bradley University in Peoria. Kathleen believes in being client centered and trauma informed. She is also strength based and believes in the worth of every human being. In her spare time, Kathleen enjoys spending time with family, exercising, and being outdoors.

Jennifer has over 18 years of clinical effectiveness in working toddlers, children and adolescents, college students, and adults. Jennifer has certifications and specializations in multiple areas, including Theraplay, Guided Drawing, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment, Regulation and Competency (ARC), Critical Incident and Stress Debriefing (CISD), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation, Mental Health First Aid, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Emotional Intelligence, Title IX and is a Real Colors Facilitator.

I am an experienced therapist who works with people of all ages and with a variety of presenting concerns. I use multiple therapeutic approaches paired with a good sense of humor to provide comprehensive mental health care to all. I work with people with depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, difficulties with stress management skills, relationship problems, and more. My goal is to work with you to help you reach your true potential. If you are ready to make changes in your life please give me a call. We'll get started right away!

Danielle Sakach, MA, LCPC, NCC, strongly believes her clients are not defined by their mental health symptoms and that anyone is capable of finding the personal power to meet their goals. She serves adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, anxiety, LGBTQI+ issues, personality disorders, autism, and more.

At times we get stuck and can't quite reach our destination without additional support. Perhaps our methods of coping and communicating aren't working as well as we hoped. We might feel overwhelmed and frustrated by our circumstances and don't know what to do next. Reaching out for therapy may feel defeating in some ways, yet that desire to be seen, feel heard, and find relief is strong. We arrive here with some hope that things can change.