Anger Management Therapists in Chicago, IL
From the outside, things may look fine, but internally it often feels much different. Anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship struggles, trauma or past experiences may leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Perhaps you find yourself overthinking, questioning yourself, or carrying the weight of everyone else's needs while struggling to make space for your own. Many of the people I work with have spent years managing on their own, putting others first, or trying to make sense of experiences that continue to affect them. Despite appearing capable, they often feel exhausted.
From the outside, things may look fine, but internally it often feels much different. Anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship struggles, trauma or past experiences may leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Perhaps you find yourself overthinking, questioning yourself, or carrying the weight of everyone else's needs while struggling to make space for your own. Many of the people I work with have spent years managing on their own, putting others first, or trying to make sense of experiences that continue to affect them. Despite appearing capable, they often feel exhausted.
Whether its depression, anxiety, dealing with past traumas, the struggles of substance use, anger management, personal or professional relationship difficulties, existential concerns, or simply the desire to know yourself better, they are all worthwhile endeavors.
Psychopharmacology offers the opportunity, when appropriate, to serve as a helpful addition, something to complement and enhance the progress made in therapy. If you are already prescribed medications, we can work together to achieve and maintain the gains in a thoughtful and balanced manner. There is more than one pathway to get to where you want to be.
Whether its depression, anxiety, dealing with past traumas, the struggles of substance use, anger management, personal or professional relationship difficulties, existential concerns, or simply the desire to know yourself better, they are all worthwhile endeavors.
Psychopharmacology offers the opportunity, when appropriate, to serve as a helpful addition, something to complement and enhance the progress made in therapy. If you are already prescribed medications, we can work together to achieve and maintain the gains in a thoughtful and balanced manner. There is more than one pathway to get to where you want to be.
I specialize in working with couples in the early dating, pre-marital, and transitional stages, including dating to cohabitation and pre-marital to newly married. As a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator, I help couples refine communication, deepen intimacy, and move from "good to great."
With individuals, I support clients navigating dating, breakups, self-worth, and the search for a long-term partner.
I also provide career counseling for those exploring purpose and alignment.
Throughout our work, I pull from attachment theory and a family of origin lens to help clients understand the patterns shaping their relationships.
I specialize in working with couples in the early dating, pre-marital, and transitional stages, including dating to cohabitation and pre-marital to newly married. As a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator, I help couples refine communication, deepen intimacy, and move from "good to great."
With individuals, I support clients navigating dating, breakups, self-worth, and the search for a long-term partner.
I also provide career counseling for those exploring purpose and alignment.
Throughout our work, I pull from attachment theory and a family of origin lens to help clients understand the patterns shaping their relationships.
Your decision to seek therapy is a sign of strength, courage, and respect for your personal well-being. I welcome people facing a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use challenges, LBGTQ+ identities, relationship issues, and the general "stuck" feeling. My therapeutic style is caring, encouraging and individualized in order to help each person learn skills to work with their emotions, see situations without judgment and recognize solutions that fit personal values. I also have a strong emphasis on diversity and social justice and incorporate it into my practice.
Your decision to seek therapy is a sign of strength, courage, and respect for your personal well-being. I welcome people facing a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use challenges, LBGTQ+ identities, relationship issues, and the general "stuck" feeling. My therapeutic style is caring, encouraging and individualized in order to help each person learn skills to work with their emotions, see situations without judgment and recognize solutions that fit personal values. I also have a strong emphasis on diversity and social justice and incorporate it into my practice.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or emotionally exhausted from constantly overthinking or putting others first. Anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, ADHD, or major life transitions may be making it hard to feel grounded or confident. You want relief, clarity, and a stronger sense of self, but aren’t sure how to break patterns that keep repeating. You’re seeking a space where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to create real, meaningful change.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or emotionally exhausted from constantly overthinking or putting others first. Anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, ADHD, or major life transitions may be making it hard to feel grounded or confident. You want relief, clarity, and a stronger sense of self, but aren’t sure how to break patterns that keep repeating. You’re seeking a space where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to create real, meaningful change.
You're here and that's a great start! My goal as a therapist is to offer a safe, caring space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and know you're not alone. My practice largely utilizes CBT to help clients make connections between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I see and use therapy as a collaborative process. We will work together to better understand what you're going through and find ways to help you feel more grounded, connected, and empowered.
You're here and that's a great start! My goal as a therapist is to offer a safe, caring space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and know you're not alone. My practice largely utilizes CBT to help clients make connections between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I see and use therapy as a collaborative process. We will work together to better understand what you're going through and find ways to help you feel more grounded, connected, and empowered.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked with children, adolescents, and families for over 15 years. I have extensive experience working with a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns (i.e., adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, mood problems, low self-esteem, peer issues, identity development, parent-child conflicts, attention problems, oppositional behaviors, and behavior management). I also work with young adults, focusing on stress management, life transitions, difficulties with romantic and peer relationships, family conflict, and struggles with identity that often occur in early adulthood.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked with children, adolescents, and families for over 15 years. I have extensive experience working with a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns (i.e., adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, mood problems, low self-esteem, peer issues, identity development, parent-child conflicts, attention problems, oppositional behaviors, and behavior management). I also work with young adults, focusing on stress management, life transitions, difficulties with romantic and peer relationships, family conflict, and struggles with identity that often occur in early adulthood.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger management, parenting and more
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of how to move forward. They deeply want to feel seen, heard, and supported as they work through life’s challenges—whether it’s relationship struggles, low self-worth, or major changes. They’re looking for a safe space to explore their emotions, reconnect with their strengths, and find a path toward healing and meaningful growth.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger management, parenting and more
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of how to move forward. They deeply want to feel seen, heard, and supported as they work through life’s challenges—whether it’s relationship struggles, low self-worth, or major changes. They’re looking for a safe space to explore their emotions, reconnect with their strengths, and find a path toward healing and meaningful growth.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I am committed to guiding you through life's challenges and collaborating on your mental health journey, focusing both on your experiences so far and what lies ahead. I utilize an integrative approach and appreciate the collaborative nature of the therapeutic relationship. Navigating vulnerability and the unknown can be daunting, which is why I offer a space that highlights your values, strengths, and beliefs, while fostering greater awareness of your inner self. Together, we can build on existing coping skills and develop new strategies to facilitate your growth throughout this journey
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I am committed to guiding you through life's challenges and collaborating on your mental health journey, focusing both on your experiences so far and what lies ahead. I utilize an integrative approach and appreciate the collaborative nature of the therapeutic relationship. Navigating vulnerability and the unknown can be daunting, which is why I offer a space that highlights your values, strengths, and beliefs, while fostering greater awareness of your inner self. Together, we can build on existing coping skills and develop new strategies to facilitate your growth throughout this journey
Ralph has over 25 years of experience working with adults who are interested in increasing their self-confidence, managing their anxiety and depression successfully, and who want a friendly approach with a therapist who truly cares and roots for them. Ralph has worked with clients who need support managing work concerns, financial issues, and relationship troubles. Ralph specializes in OCD and bipolar disorder as well as substance use concerns. Ralph works with his clients to tap into their talents and strengths, gain clarity, and reach their goals without having to do it alone.
Ralph has over 25 years of experience working with adults who are interested in increasing their self-confidence, managing their anxiety and depression successfully, and who want a friendly approach with a therapist who truly cares and roots for them. Ralph has worked with clients who need support managing work concerns, financial issues, and relationship troubles. Ralph specializes in OCD and bipolar disorder as well as substance use concerns. Ralph works with his clients to tap into their talents and strengths, gain clarity, and reach their goals without having to do it alone.
I am well trained and passionate about partnering with individuals battling anxiety, depression, anger, low self-worth and a host of other things.
So, you’ve taken the first step to healing, self-insight and wholeness. What a beautiful journey you are in store for. Choosing the right therapist is just as important as making the decision to embark on the journey. The therapeutic journey is one that will be accompanied by many emotions, because of this you deserve to feel both comfortable and safe when navigating through life’s challenges. As the Lead Therapist at SCT Counseling, my first objective is to build rapport (a professional connection) with my clients. My biggest mission is to normalize therapy, making healing more appealing!
I am well trained and passionate about partnering with individuals battling anxiety, depression, anger, low self-worth and a host of other things.
So, you’ve taken the first step to healing, self-insight and wholeness. What a beautiful journey you are in store for. Choosing the right therapist is just as important as making the decision to embark on the journey. The therapeutic journey is one that will be accompanied by many emotions, because of this you deserve to feel both comfortable and safe when navigating through life’s challenges. As the Lead Therapist at SCT Counseling, my first objective is to build rapport (a professional connection) with my clients. My biggest mission is to normalize therapy, making healing more appealing!
I'm accepting new clients & have immediate appointments available via phone & video sessions. I would be honored to support you at this time.
I'm accepting new clients & have immediate appointments available via phone & video sessions. I would be honored to support you at this time.
As a fellow pilgrim in the journey of life, I believe that my work in counseling is more than just a job. It is a vocation. I realize that reaching out for help can seem like a big step for many people. I am committed to assisting clients in this journey by offering empathy, genuineness, and compassion in a nonjudgmental setting. I have many years of working in an outpatient behavioral health in a clinic setting as well as in private practice and in business. I have experience working with a wide variety of clients from many different walks of life, professions, and various faith backgrounds.
As a fellow pilgrim in the journey of life, I believe that my work in counseling is more than just a job. It is a vocation. I realize that reaching out for help can seem like a big step for many people. I am committed to assisting clients in this journey by offering empathy, genuineness, and compassion in a nonjudgmental setting. I have many years of working in an outpatient behavioral health in a clinic setting as well as in private practice and in business. I have experience working with a wide variety of clients from many different walks of life, professions, and various faith backgrounds.
I am passionate about helping my clients thrive and embark on a path of personal growth. I enjoy working with adult clients who are ready to gain insight into their lives, behaviors, and patterns. I firmly believe in our capacity for self-healing, and through a collaborative approach, we can unlock powerful insights and achieve personal growth. My therapeutic style is direct yet warm and compassionate. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can begin their therapeutic journey. I am EMDR trained and have found this modality to be extremely helpful in moving clients out of a place of feeling stuck.
I am passionate about helping my clients thrive and embark on a path of personal growth. I enjoy working with adult clients who are ready to gain insight into their lives, behaviors, and patterns. I firmly believe in our capacity for self-healing, and through a collaborative approach, we can unlock powerful insights and achieve personal growth. My therapeutic style is direct yet warm and compassionate. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can begin their therapeutic journey. I am EMDR trained and have found this modality to be extremely helpful in moving clients out of a place of feeling stuck.
Many people experience shame when they struggle with anxiety or depression, wondering why they can’t simply “think positively” or “snap out of it.” You might remind yourself of what you’re grateful for, yet still feel anxious, sad, or disconnected, and then feel guilty for feeling that way. Emotional struggles don’t mean something is wrong with you; they mean you’re human. Therapy can be a supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment and begin understanding what you need to heal and feel whole again.
Many people experience shame when they struggle with anxiety or depression, wondering why they can’t simply “think positively” or “snap out of it.” You might remind yourself of what you’re grateful for, yet still feel anxious, sad, or disconnected, and then feel guilty for feeling that way. Emotional struggles don’t mean something is wrong with you; they mean you’re human. Therapy can be a supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment and begin understanding what you need to heal and feel whole again.
I have significant experience with adolescents and families who feel “stuck” in anxiety or panic even to the point of avoiding school, work, or other major life hurdles. I have developed programs and training opportunities for organizations to learn how to use willingness and sitting with discomfort to take actions toward the value path. I have led dozens of groups, trainings, and has supervised numerous psychologists in training.
I have significant experience with adolescents and families who feel “stuck” in anxiety or panic even to the point of avoiding school, work, or other major life hurdles. I have developed programs and training opportunities for organizations to learn how to use willingness and sitting with discomfort to take actions toward the value path. I have led dozens of groups, trainings, and has supervised numerous psychologists in training.
I passionately and compassionately care for the emotional well-being and behavioral health of my individual, couple, family and group clients for over 20 years. I draw upon unique combinations of clinical principals and innovative methods to best support all people within our vastly diverse community. I draw upon my deep understanding of culture, age, gender, race, class, family structure, and the type of or the lack of a support system can have on most all situations. I always provide a totally non-judgmental, safe, and confidential space to help my clients deal with their problems, issues or crisis.
I passionately and compassionately care for the emotional well-being and behavioral health of my individual, couple, family and group clients for over 20 years. I draw upon unique combinations of clinical principals and innovative methods to best support all people within our vastly diverse community. I draw upon my deep understanding of culture, age, gender, race, class, family structure, and the type of or the lack of a support system can have on most all situations. I always provide a totally non-judgmental, safe, and confidential space to help my clients deal with their problems, issues or crisis.
Zibi Pawlowski
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MSEd, LCPC, CADC
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
In today’s world, many tasks and responsibilities can easily become overwhelming as life throws us unexpected obstacles. We can become anxious, depressed, hopeless, feeling like there is no rhyme or reason to what we are going through, to what we are thinking and feeling, or even to life itself. We might choose to escape from our problems, angst, a sense of void, our past, or our daily thoughts through indulging in external gratifications, by using drugs and alcohol, sex, relationships, or other means. We often get stuck in our thinking, consumed by negative self-talk and perceptions of ourselves.
In today’s world, many tasks and responsibilities can easily become overwhelming as life throws us unexpected obstacles. We can become anxious, depressed, hopeless, feeling like there is no rhyme or reason to what we are going through, to what we are thinking and feeling, or even to life itself. We might choose to escape from our problems, angst, a sense of void, our past, or our daily thoughts through indulging in external gratifications, by using drugs and alcohol, sex, relationships, or other means. We often get stuck in our thinking, consumed by negative self-talk and perceptions of ourselves.
Therapy can be a space to explore feelings that have been hard to express, step out of patterns that no longer serve you, and build stronger connections with yourself and others. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, and stress related to identity, self-worth, or major life changes.
Therapy can be a space to explore feelings that have been hard to express, step out of patterns that no longer serve you, and build stronger connections with yourself and others. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, and stress related to identity, self-worth, or major life changes.
My approach combines my education, training, and own life experience to work with individuals collaboratively, with a focus on how to meaningfully and healthfully navigate life events. I start by developing a unique and genuine therapeutic relationship with my clients which facilitates healing and understanding. While trained as a generalist to provide treatment for a variety of mental health concerns across the lifespan, my clinical specialties include working with trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship/family distress, life transitions, grief/loss, stress mgmt, college students, young adults, and autism spectrum/Asperger's.
My approach combines my education, training, and own life experience to work with individuals collaboratively, with a focus on how to meaningfully and healthfully navigate life events. I start by developing a unique and genuine therapeutic relationship with my clients which facilitates healing and understanding. While trained as a generalist to provide treatment for a variety of mental health concerns across the lifespan, my clinical specialties include working with trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship/family distress, life transitions, grief/loss, stress mgmt, college students, young adults, and autism spectrum/Asperger's.
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