Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Burnham, IL
I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Religious Family Therapy & Psychoanalysis.
I am currently only providing Telehealth sessions. I am a Christian Therapist who has worked in field of Social Services & Social work for the State of Illinois in various capacities (Caseworker, Child Welfare Specialist, Child Protection Investigator, Public Service Adm., CWS Trainer (at the Dept. of Children & Family Serv.), Part-time Univ. Lecturer (at GSU) & a Medical Social Worker at Advocate Health Care). As a seasoned Social Worker, I specialize in providing Individual, family & marriage counseling to teens, adolescents, young adults & Seniors. I am dedicated & confident that I can help you & your family achieve your goals.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Religious Family Therapy & Psychoanalysis.
I am currently only providing Telehealth sessions. I am a Christian Therapist who has worked in field of Social Services & Social work for the State of Illinois in various capacities (Caseworker, Child Welfare Specialist, Child Protection Investigator, Public Service Adm., CWS Trainer (at the Dept. of Children & Family Serv.), Part-time Univ. Lecturer (at GSU) & a Medical Social Worker at Advocate Health Care). As a seasoned Social Worker, I specialize in providing Individual, family & marriage counseling to teens, adolescents, young adults & Seniors. I am dedicated & confident that I can help you & your family achieve your goals.
My approach is compassionate and collaborative, grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing.
I hold a Master’s in Social Work with a focus on mental health from Loyola University Chicago. I believe healing happens through connection, and I’m honored to walk alongside those seeking a more grounded, intentional life.
My approach is compassionate and collaborative, grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing.
I hold a Master’s in Social Work with a focus on mental health from Loyola University Chicago. I believe healing happens through connection, and I’m honored to walk alongside those seeking a more grounded, intentional life.
I utilize an integrative approach that combines the structure of CBT and DBT with the deep insights of Gestalt and Adlerian therapy.
Life can feel like a relentless series of challenges, from the weight of past trauma to the daily struggle of managing your mental health in an overwhelming world. Whether you are processing deep-seated experiences, navigating anxiety and depression, or struggling with the focus-drain of Adult ADHD, you don’t have to carry the burden alone. I provide a high-clarity, safe sanctuary where your identity is honored and your strengths are the foundation of our work. My approach is active and individualized, centered on the "Entity" of the whole person. We don't just talk about problems; we build the tangible self-awareness and coping ski
I utilize an integrative approach that combines the structure of CBT and DBT with the deep insights of Gestalt and Adlerian therapy.
Life can feel like a relentless series of challenges, from the weight of past trauma to the daily struggle of managing your mental health in an overwhelming world. Whether you are processing deep-seated experiences, navigating anxiety and depression, or struggling with the focus-drain of Adult ADHD, you don’t have to carry the burden alone. I provide a high-clarity, safe sanctuary where your identity is honored and your strengths are the foundation of our work. My approach is active and individualized, centered on the "Entity" of the whole person. We don't just talk about problems; we build the tangible self-awareness and coping ski
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My approach is culturally attuned, relational, collaborative and respectful. I bring my humanity and intention for mutuality in the therapeutic relationship. If you're looking for a space to rewrite narratives about yourself and understand your most authentic self, I offer a safe container to do so, with anti-oppressive, compassionate support. Using IFS, psychodynamic interventions, and relational psychoanalysis, we will reframe harmful stories, ease shame and anxiety, and build practical coping skills.
My approach is culturally attuned, relational, collaborative and respectful. I bring my humanity and intention for mutuality in the therapeutic relationship. If you're looking for a space to rewrite narratives about yourself and understand your most authentic self, I offer a safe container to do so, with anti-oppressive, compassionate support. Using IFS, psychodynamic interventions, and relational psychoanalysis, we will reframe harmful stories, ease shame and anxiety, and build practical coping skills.
Dr. Jessica Swenson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, CCTP, SOTP
Naperville, IL 60540
"Should I stay or should I go?" This is the age old question asked to me, for the last 10 years by just about every couple experiencing distress that I've sat with. If you are reading this, my guess is that you asked yourself the exact same question at some point...Stay? Or Go? If you are struggling to find the right path for you in this relationship - I can help. As Psychologist, Clinical Therapist & an expert in the science of love, I specialize in helping people rebuild their attachment w/ each other, reduce conflict, repair trust, create positive feelings, and take control of emotional & physical symptoms that hold you back.
"Should I stay or should I go?" This is the age old question asked to me, for the last 10 years by just about every couple experiencing distress that I've sat with. If you are reading this, my guess is that you asked yourself the exact same question at some point...Stay? Or Go? If you are struggling to find the right path for you in this relationship - I can help. As Psychologist, Clinical Therapist & an expert in the science of love, I specialize in helping people rebuild their attachment w/ each other, reduce conflict, repair trust, create positive feelings, and take control of emotional & physical symptoms that hold you back.
Katherine's clinical approach incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and a Feminist Narrative framework.
Accepting Daytime Clients June 2026 (Both Virtual + In Person).
Katherine (she/her) is a counselor (LPCC-OH, LCPC-IL) based in Cleveland, OH, with over 5 years of clinical experience, within private practice, intensive outpatient groups (IOP), and college counseling settings. Katherine's clinical interests/populations include anxiety, chronic stress, trauma, LGBTQIA2S+/AFAB, college-aged individuals, neurodivergent folx, and individuals living with chronic illnesses. She is passionate about supporting clients through stressful, challenging life transitions and believes that every individual is the expert of their own experience.
Katherine's clinical approach incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and a Feminist Narrative framework.
Accepting Daytime Clients June 2026 (Both Virtual + In Person).
Katherine (she/her) is a counselor (LPCC-OH, LCPC-IL) based in Cleveland, OH, with over 5 years of clinical experience, within private practice, intensive outpatient groups (IOP), and college counseling settings. Katherine's clinical interests/populations include anxiety, chronic stress, trauma, LGBTQIA2S+/AFAB, college-aged individuals, neurodivergent folx, and individuals living with chronic illnesses. She is passionate about supporting clients through stressful, challenging life transitions and believes that every individual is the expert of their own experience.
The treatment modalities I use are Living in Balance, DBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
It will be my pleasure to provide you with the most professional care possible while addressing your concerns. I work with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, and clients mandated by the court. For individuals struggling with substance use addiction, I welcome you as well. We can meet virtually or in person in our relaxed, inviting therapeutic office.
The treatment modalities I use are Living in Balance, DBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
It will be my pleasure to provide you with the most professional care possible while addressing your concerns. I work with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, and clients mandated by the court. For individuals struggling with substance use addiction, I welcome you as well. We can meet virtually or in person in our relaxed, inviting therapeutic office.
I am a licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, License number 180.013829. I use a client-centered, holistic approach to therapy to create a supportive and empathetic environment where clients feel heard and understood. My therapeutic methods are tailored to meet each client's unique needs and incorporate various evidence-based practices to promote mental well-being and personal growth. I have extensive experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD/ADD, and personality disorders, as well as those involved in the legal/criminal justice system.
I am a licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, License number 180.013829. I use a client-centered, holistic approach to therapy to create a supportive and empathetic environment where clients feel heard and understood. My therapeutic methods are tailored to meet each client's unique needs and incorporate various evidence-based practices to promote mental well-being and personal growth. I have extensive experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD/ADD, and personality disorders, as well as those involved in the legal/criminal justice system.
Gabriel's approach is rooted in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Mindfulness, as well as specialized interventions like Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Narrative Therapy, SPACE therapy, ERP, Polyvagal theory, and RODBT.
ADHD, trauma and PTSD, and support for transgender clients can leave you feeling scattered, unsafe, or misunderstood. Do daily tasks feel overwhelming, or do flashbacks and intense anxiety make it hard to be present? Therapy can help you find steadiness, safety, and a clearer sense of self. I help people process painful memories, chronic worry, and identity-related stress so these experiences no longer control daily life. Together we build practical routines, emotion regulation skills, and affirming strategies that fit your life.
Gabriel's approach is rooted in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Mindfulness, as well as specialized interventions like Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Narrative Therapy, SPACE therapy, ERP, Polyvagal theory, and RODBT.
ADHD, trauma and PTSD, and support for transgender clients can leave you feeling scattered, unsafe, or misunderstood. Do daily tasks feel overwhelming, or do flashbacks and intense anxiety make it hard to be present? Therapy can help you find steadiness, safety, and a clearer sense of self. I help people process painful memories, chronic worry, and identity-related stress so these experiences no longer control daily life. Together we build practical routines, emotion regulation skills, and affirming strategies that fit your life.
I am a psychotherapist specializing in working with individuals with a history of eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, stressful life transitions, identity development, and difficulties with achieving personal goals. I have particular expertise in treating individuals concerned with eating disorders, having provided leadership and treatment for individuals and their families at all levels of care. I believe in a collaborative, empathic, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach to therapy. I utilize psychodynamic, behavioral, and mindfulness principles to support my clients in reaching their personal goals.
I am a psychotherapist specializing in working with individuals with a history of eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, stressful life transitions, identity development, and difficulties with achieving personal goals. I have particular expertise in treating individuals concerned with eating disorders, having provided leadership and treatment for individuals and their families at all levels of care. I believe in a collaborative, empathic, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach to therapy. I utilize psychodynamic, behavioral, and mindfulness principles to support my clients in reaching their personal goals.
Corry often draws from The Gottman Method, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, expressive interventions and other interpersonal and existential theories.
Corry works with her clients to help them identify what is truly important to them and live as their authentic selves. Her clients are often surprised that she can be both grounded and hilarious, direct and whimsical. She has a rare gift for helping clients open up to topics they are scared to talk about. She has helped many who struggle with depression, anxiety, and PTSD recover their lives, set boundaries, and cultivate relationships full of delight and empathy.
Corry often draws from The Gottman Method, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, expressive interventions and other interpersonal and existential theories.
Corry works with her clients to help them identify what is truly important to them and live as their authentic selves. Her clients are often surprised that she can be both grounded and hilarious, direct and whimsical. She has a rare gift for helping clients open up to topics they are scared to talk about. She has helped many who struggle with depression, anxiety, and PTSD recover their lives, set boundaries, and cultivate relationships full of delight and empathy.
Hi, I’m Liz! Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with openness and curiosity.
Childhood and young adulthood are full of transitions. It’s exciting, but it can also feel stressful, lonely, or even unbearable at times. Maybe you're struggling with constant worry, overthinking, or self-doubt. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in sadness, dealing with big emotions that feel out of control, or turning to unhealthy coping strategies just to get through the day.
Hi, I’m Liz! Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with openness and curiosity.
Childhood and young adulthood are full of transitions. It’s exciting, but it can also feel stressful, lonely, or even unbearable at times. Maybe you're struggling with constant worry, overthinking, or self-doubt. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in sadness, dealing with big emotions that feel out of control, or turning to unhealthy coping strategies just to get through the day.
Our work together is rooted in evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy, and trauma-informed care, but it's also deeply relational and personalized.
You’re tired of holding it all together. Maybe you’ve been stuck in survival mode for a long time, navigating trauma, anxiety, addiction, or burnout. You might be feeling disconnected from yourself, from others, or from the life you imagined. You’re not broken — you’re carrying things that were never meant to be carried alone. Therapy is a space to finally lay those burdens down and begin healing. I work with individuals who are navigating trauma, addiction, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in real-life change, not just theory.
Our work together is rooted in evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy, and trauma-informed care, but it's also deeply relational and personalized.
You’re tired of holding it all together. Maybe you’ve been stuck in survival mode for a long time, navigating trauma, anxiety, addiction, or burnout. You might be feeling disconnected from yourself, from others, or from the life you imagined. You’re not broken — you’re carrying things that were never meant to be carried alone. Therapy is a space to finally lay those burdens down and begin healing. I work with individuals who are navigating trauma, addiction, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in real-life change, not just theory.
Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional with emphasis on the neuroscience of anxiety, Certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT)
It is my belief that through the therapeutic relationship one can grow and make significant changes in their life. I will provide a supportive environment to assist you to increase your self knowledge, work through difficult feelings, overcome long standing patterns, and to find solutions to improve the overall quality of your relationship both with yourself and with others.
Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional with emphasis on the neuroscience of anxiety, Certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT)
It is my belief that through the therapeutic relationship one can grow and make significant changes in their life. I will provide a supportive environment to assist you to increase your self knowledge, work through difficult feelings, overcome long standing patterns, and to find solutions to improve the overall quality of your relationship both with yourself and with others.
My main focuses are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT).
Hello, I'm Allison! When you work with me, you will have a safe and welcoming space to express yourself. I utilize humor, patience, kindness, and unconditional positive regard to strengthen the therapeutic bond. I believe that if someone wants their life to change, they have to initiate change. I strive to help my clients on that journey at their chosen pace. As your therapist, I can help you gain insight into the problems you face and develop personalized tools and techniques to feel more in control and empowered.
My main focuses are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT).
Hello, I'm Allison! When you work with me, you will have a safe and welcoming space to express yourself. I utilize humor, patience, kindness, and unconditional positive regard to strengthen the therapeutic bond. I believe that if someone wants their life to change, they have to initiate change. I strive to help my clients on that journey at their chosen pace. As your therapist, I can help you gain insight into the problems you face and develop personalized tools and techniques to feel more in control and empowered.
My work is informed by Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck, you are not alone. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and related concerns. Areas I frequently explore with clients include OCD, disordered eating, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, grief, and suicidal ideation.
I prioritize a relational approach to therapy, creating a space where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to explore your experiences. Together, we can identify patterns, build coping skills, and compassionately challenge thought patterns or behaviors that may no longer be serving you.
My work is informed by Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck, you are not alone. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and related concerns. Areas I frequently explore with clients include OCD, disordered eating, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, grief, and suicidal ideation.
I prioritize a relational approach to therapy, creating a space where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to explore your experiences. Together, we can identify patterns, build coping skills, and compassionately challenge thought patterns or behaviors that may no longer be serving you.
Pathway Forensic Services, Inc
Sex Offender Treatment Provider, CSAYC, LSOE, LSOTP
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, IL 60423
We provide treatment to court-mandated and non-mandated adolescents, adults, and elderly clients seeking to understand and address sexually maladaptive behavior. Clients often aim to reduce the risk of reoffending, develop healthy coping skills, improve relationships, and work toward accountability, personal growth, and long-term behavioral change.
We provide treatment to court-mandated and non-mandated adolescents, adults, and elderly clients seeking to understand and address sexually maladaptive behavior. Clients often aim to reduce the risk of reoffending, develop healthy coping skills, improve relationships, and work toward accountability, personal growth, and long-term behavioral change.
As a multiracial, multicultural, and bilingual (Spanish) clinical psychotherapist, I am sensitive to the uniqueness of the human experience and the healing power of facing adversity. Identifying the needs and strengths of a person, with the person, is at the core of my work in therapy and psychological assessment. I collaborate with people of all ages and have the privilege of supporting individuals with emotional and behavioral concerns, relationship struggles, life transition challenges, and intergenerational and complex trauma.
As a multiracial, multicultural, and bilingual (Spanish) clinical psychotherapist, I am sensitive to the uniqueness of the human experience and the healing power of facing adversity. Identifying the needs and strengths of a person, with the person, is at the core of my work in therapy and psychological assessment. I collaborate with people of all ages and have the privilege of supporting individuals with emotional and behavioral concerns, relationship struggles, life transition challenges, and intergenerational and complex trauma.
Therapy with me is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that everyone has strengths to build upon. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for change, I offer a supportive space to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. My approach honors your lived experience while supporting growth, resilience, and meaningful change at your own pace. Building trust and rapport is at the heart of my work. I strive to offer a warm, empathetic space where you feel heard, supported, and understood, and definitely not judged.
Therapy with me is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that everyone has strengths to build upon. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for change, I offer a supportive space to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. My approach honors your lived experience while supporting growth, resilience, and meaningful change at your own pace. Building trust and rapport is at the heart of my work. I strive to offer a warm, empathetic space where you feel heard, supported, and understood, and definitely not judged.
I am dedicated about providing compassionate, person-centered care to adolescents, adults, and families, drawing from a range of evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, and various recovery modalities.
I respect the human experience and have a firm belief that every individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and self-discovery. I view therapy as a collaborative process—an intentional relationship where safety, empathy, and authenticity are essential for change to occur. One of my core values as a therapist is unconditional positive regard.
I strive to create a nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and accepted as they are, while also being gently challenged to explore their patterns, choices, and inner narratives. I believe that real healing begins when people feel deeply heard and respected.
I am dedicated about providing compassionate, person-centered care to adolescents, adults, and families, drawing from a range of evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, and various recovery modalities.
I respect the human experience and have a firm belief that every individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and self-discovery. I view therapy as a collaborative process—an intentional relationship where safety, empathy, and authenticity are essential for change to occur. One of my core values as a therapist is unconditional positive regard.
I strive to create a nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and accepted as they are, while also being gently challenged to explore their patterns, choices, and inner narratives. I believe that real healing begins when people feel deeply heard and respected.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.