Therapists in West Ridge, Chicago, IL

I am a humanistic psychotherapist with a passionately collaborative and client centered approach to therapy. I understand that living with symptoms or that feel overwhelming can rupture confidence in yourself and in your ability to handle life's challenges. My goal is to help clients repair and deepen this trust in themselves over the course of therapy. No matter how great the challenges, I believe that we are all capable of growth and healing.

Do you want to create change? Do you want to learn how to make intrapersonal and interpersonal shifts in order to move through your life with more ease? With 29 years of experience, I am a seasoned dance/movement therapist. However, I not only offer body centered approaches but a variety of other creative modalities such as art making, role play, and creative writing to awaken our healthiest parts. I have consistently witnessed the power of incorporating these non-verbal and artistically expressive techniques into the traditional counseling process.

People are curious about therapy for a whole host of reasons. Maybe you are anticipating or experiencing a monumental shift in your life, such as a loss of loved one, a new job or the birth of a child. Maybe you are seeking to understand an internal change that defies current explanation, like an onset of depression or anxiety that seems to be without root cause. Whatever you are seeking to understand about yourself or your circumstances, I would like to explore that with you.

Now offering online sessions! Welcome to Pusateri Counseling. Let me tell you what to expect in your sessions. My approach to counseling is client based, collaborative and creative. I meet you where you are and I listen deeply to access solutions that you design. I do this by focusing on your strengths and your unique skills. This creative collaborative can be fun and exciting and often surprising. You are able to set goals and create a working plan on our first visit.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor experienced in treating Children, teens, adults, and families. My goal is to provide a Carl Rogers Climate of unconditional positive regard. My belief is that everyone knows what they need if only they can obtain a safe space with the right conditions. It will be my honor to work with you to identify barriers and lead you to a life of your values and your dreams. Reach out for a free consultation or to see if we are the right fit to reach your goals.

I am a professional counselor with a decade of clinical experience. My focus areas are children and adults with trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and parenting issues. My approach is relational and collaborative. I primarily use Art Therapy, Dialectical (DBT), Psychodynamic, Play Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I have worked with people from age 2 to 65 who struggle with various issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, loss, and identity difficulties. I practice from a psychodynamic framework but integrate cognitive behavioral and dialectical therapy interventions when needed.

If something in your life is not going the way you want it to go, therapy can help to reduce stress, improve relationships, and offer new ways of understanding your previous and current circumstances. If you or someone close to you is experiencing symptoms of Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, anxiety, depression, difficulty with relationships, or general dissatisfaction, I am here to help.

Choosing the right therapist is important. I am committed to assisting you confront old and new obstacles and make meaningful changes in your life. I have the highest respect for someone who comes through my door. Together, we create a path for personal healing and growth.

"We all need somebody to lean on." Lean on Me by Bill Withers is a song that articulates one of the best things you can do when life is challenging. Reaching out to family, friends, and a kind professional for help will enable you to get support and make positive changes in your life. Asking for help can be a vulnerable and scary experience, but the results are often worth it. I am devoted to manifesting growth and stability with all my clients. I am an active, enthusiastic clinician who gives thoughtful feedback after listening carefully to the problem.

I am a solution focused therapist with 35 years of experience. My therapy style is cognitive, interactive, compassionate, and, if need be, challenging. I believe effective therapy should produce change, not just insight. I will listen to you deeply, help conceptualize the problems, patterns, and dynamics which are causing you trouble, and give you feedback. Together, we will develop a strategy for more effective functioning and a better quality of life. I have a general practice, but specialize in addictions, depression, anxiety, and couples therapy. Please visit my website at www.liseschiffer.com and reviews on Healthgrades.com.

I provide trauma-informed care for individuals, couples in various relationship arrangements, and families of all ages. My work is centered on improving one’s attitudes towards experiencing life through present-moment awareness, free association, and individual and collective advocacy. I will assist you in increasing your awareness of your integrity, identities, resources, and influence on the systems that shape your life. With those tools, we can explore and develop new ways to relate and live with more meaning and joy.

The capacity to create, regardless of medium, age, and ability, is one of the most joyous human experiences. Through our art and creative expression we can work through trauma, anxiety, depression, and difficult life transitions to make meaning and bring insight into our experiences. Art can offer a visual language to unspoken pain and release both positive and negative thoughts and emotions in a safe and therapeutic way. These are some of the core beliefs of Expressive Art Therapy and ones I intend to bring to my therapy sessions whether we make art in them or not.

As a Christian counselor, first and foremost I approach clients with empathy, understanding, and respect for their individual beliefs and values. I want you to know that I respect and value your faith journey. Our counseling sessions will be a safe space where you can freely express your thoughts and feelings We can explore how your faith can be a source of strength and guidance in overcoming the challenges you're facing. Remember that God's grace extends to you as well. It is my privilege to walk this journey with you.

Growing up, I did not know much about mental health and therapy until I was in my own crisis. I was greatly impacted by mental health stigma that has had such a big impact of my Latinx community, and my own experience. I understand stigma is something that many different communities may face, and I hope to help break down that stigma so people can openly receive the help they need. After reaching out for help myself, I was able to start living up to a better version of myself. Now I hope to provide similar hope to others.

Trilogy has been a pillar in the mental health community since 1971 and is proud to announce the opening of two new locations specializing in therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our experienced therapists offer a safe, supportive environment and evidence based treatments such as Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), First Episode Psychosis, Play- and Expressive-Based Therapies. Trilogy is trauma focused and a LGBTQ+ affirming organization. Find out more at our website http://tts.trilogyinc.org/

To me, therapy is a team sport. I'm there to help create a space and relationship where you feel safe exploring the things that are happening in your life. Maybe that thing is identity exploration, depression or anxiety that just won't quit, or figuring out how survive and then thrive after a big trauma. All of this is big stuff. I'm here to help you hold it and find a way through it. I have plenty of tools that I can bring to bear (questions, coping skills training, identifying patterns, and reframing situations), but ultimately, my approach centers around you and what you need to be successful, however you define success.