Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Therapists in Chicago, IL
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 31 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.
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 31 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.
She also has worked extensively in supporting others through crisis, managing adults working on life skills and stressors, as well as those who have sustained traumatic brain injuries.
At WCC, her focus includes working with professionals overwhelmed with the stressors of workplace, managing anxiety and panic, and relationship stressors. Kaitlin finds working with diverse clients to be extremely rewarding and looks forward to servicing the guests of Willis Counseling and Consulting.
She also has worked extensively in supporting others through crisis, managing adults working on life skills and stressors, as well as those who have sustained traumatic brain injuries.
At WCC, her focus includes working with professionals overwhelmed with the stressors of workplace, managing anxiety and panic, and relationship stressors. Kaitlin finds working with diverse clients to be extremely rewarding and looks forward to servicing the guests of Willis Counseling and Consulting.
I founded the Centers for Cognitive Wellness in 2012 with the mission of providing the "what's next" to people diagnosed with cognitive challenges. Trained as a clinical neuropsychologist, I quickly grew frustrated that patients had few treatment options after receiving a diagnosis of memory loss or attention impairment, I started this practice with the purpose of filling the treatment gap for people affected by cognitive declines. I have been blessed to grow the practice while also authoring The Neuroscience of Memory and speaking regularly to professionals and organizations.
I founded the Centers for Cognitive Wellness in 2012 with the mission of providing the "what's next" to people diagnosed with cognitive challenges. Trained as a clinical neuropsychologist, I quickly grew frustrated that patients had few treatment options after receiving a diagnosis of memory loss or attention impairment, I started this practice with the purpose of filling the treatment gap for people affected by cognitive declines. I have been blessed to grow the practice while also authoring The Neuroscience of Memory and speaking regularly to professionals and organizations.
As a long-time Clinical Psychologist, former president of the Illinois Psychological Association, and advocate within Chicago's GLBTQIA community, I can offer you expertise and peace of mind for whatever challenges you. For more than 25 years, I have worked with people from diverse groups-individual adults, couples, families, and children-and for many of those years, right here in Lakeview. My goal is to encourage growth and well-being, supporting you while being direct and gently challenging, and offering psychological and neuropsychological assessment that gives you answers and insight into what concerns you.
As a long-time Clinical Psychologist, former president of the Illinois Psychological Association, and advocate within Chicago's GLBTQIA community, I can offer you expertise and peace of mind for whatever challenges you. For more than 25 years, I have worked with people from diverse groups-individual adults, couples, families, and children-and for many of those years, right here in Lakeview. My goal is to encourage growth and well-being, supporting you while being direct and gently challenging, and offering psychological and neuropsychological assessment that gives you answers and insight into what concerns you.
I’m Sabrina - a licensed clinical social worker & mental health therapist. I am passionate about providing client-centered therapy that works for YOU as an individual. I draw from my broad knowledge base & extensive clinical experience in diverse settings to collaborate with you to form a treatment plan that helps you to make the desired changes in your life. If you experience anxiety & panic, depressive symptoms, executive dysfunction, or cognitive changes as a result injury or illness, let's work together to help you reach goals such as meaningful adjustment to stressors, optimized functional status, and distress tolerance.
I’m Sabrina - a licensed clinical social worker & mental health therapist. I am passionate about providing client-centered therapy that works for YOU as an individual. I draw from my broad knowledge base & extensive clinical experience in diverse settings to collaborate with you to form a treatment plan that helps you to make the desired changes in your life. If you experience anxiety & panic, depressive symptoms, executive dysfunction, or cognitive changes as a result injury or illness, let's work together to help you reach goals such as meaningful adjustment to stressors, optimized functional status, and distress tolerance.
Areas of clinical interest include dementia, traumatic brain injury ( TBI), stroke, autoimmune disorders, and psychiatric disorders.
In treatment, I collaborate with patients and their families to work through difficult transitions by implementing evidenced-based approaches to cognitive rehabilitation and psychotherapy. These approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practice.
Areas of clinical interest include dementia, traumatic brain injury ( TBI), stroke, autoimmune disorders, and psychiatric disorders.
In treatment, I collaborate with patients and their families to work through difficult transitions by implementing evidenced-based approaches to cognitive rehabilitation and psychotherapy. These approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practice.
Adult ADHD, TBI, stroke recovery, and neuropsychological assessment are my specialties.
I'm a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist who helps people impacted by ADHD, strokes, head injuries, procrastination, and executive impairments. I offer individual psychotherapy and neuropsychological assessment to late teens and adults impacted by these issues, as well as LD and other neurologic problems. In therapy, I use cognitive behavioral, assertiveness, and motivational interviewing methods to help you build skills to more effectively manage your symptoms at work and at home. I'm licensed in IL, NY, and also offer telehealth sessions to clients in Psy-Pact participating states (Google: Psypact Map for full details).
Adult ADHD, TBI, stroke recovery, and neuropsychological assessment are my specialties.
I'm a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist who helps people impacted by ADHD, strokes, head injuries, procrastination, and executive impairments. I offer individual psychotherapy and neuropsychological assessment to late teens and adults impacted by these issues, as well as LD and other neurologic problems. In therapy, I use cognitive behavioral, assertiveness, and motivational interviewing methods to help you build skills to more effectively manage your symptoms at work and at home. I'm licensed in IL, NY, and also offer telehealth sessions to clients in Psy-Pact participating states (Google: Psypact Map for full details).
I specialize in TBI, Memory Problems, ADHD/Learning Disabilities, Mood Disorders, Chronic Pain, Substance Abuse, Neurofeedback, and qEEG.
The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push for psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and a one-dimensional approach to treatment. It is time for a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.
I specialize in TBI, Memory Problems, ADHD/Learning Disabilities, Mood Disorders, Chronic Pain, Substance Abuse, Neurofeedback, and qEEG.
The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push for psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and a one-dimensional approach to treatment. It is time for a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.
As a clinical rehabilitation counselor, I work with people who are recovering from a major health or role change, specializing in TBI, neurodivergence, and substance use.
I use an integrated theoretical approach and eclectic modalities to provide support for the integration of mind, body, and spirit. I draw from neuroscience and psychology to provide a framework for understanding thoughts and behavior in the context of environment. Working with me means exploring the root of concerns to address present needs.
As a clinical rehabilitation counselor, I work with people who are recovering from a major health or role change, specializing in TBI, neurodivergence, and substance use.
I use an integrated theoretical approach and eclectic modalities to provide support for the integration of mind, body, and spirit. I draw from neuroscience and psychology to provide a framework for understanding thoughts and behavior in the context of environment. Working with me means exploring the root of concerns to address present needs.
Through deep awareness, compassion, and commitment to those with whom I work, my approach to therapy is creative, collaborative, and integrative, allowing a client-centered style with therapeutic interventions uniquely crafted to suit each individual. Through a warm and open presence, I create a safe and caring environment helping clients feel comfortable, connected, and understood. This fosters a true relationship between the client and the self, a key empowering component in helping clients connect more deeply with themselves and others.
Through deep awareness, compassion, and commitment to those with whom I work, my approach to therapy is creative, collaborative, and integrative, allowing a client-centered style with therapeutic interventions uniquely crafted to suit each individual. Through a warm and open presence, I create a safe and caring environment helping clients feel comfortable, connected, and understood. This fosters a true relationship between the client and the self, a key empowering component in helping clients connect more deeply with themselves and others.
All of us are striving to be true to ourselves and our loved ones around us. Feeling authentic and true to who we are can assist us in living life the way we would like to. You could be experiencing mood-related difficulties as a reaction to grief, trauma, depression, substance use, identity issues, cross-cultural issues, and relational difficulties, which I specialize in working with. Through my own lived experiences, I have a keen interest in working with immigrants, first-generation immigrants, and fellow therapists.
All of us are striving to be true to ourselves and our loved ones around us. Feeling authentic and true to who we are can assist us in living life the way we would like to. You could be experiencing mood-related difficulties as a reaction to grief, trauma, depression, substance use, identity issues, cross-cultural issues, and relational difficulties, which I specialize in working with. Through my own lived experiences, I have a keen interest in working with immigrants, first-generation immigrants, and fellow therapists.
I am a warm, welcoming individual who believes in the healing power of connection. I approach my work with curiosity and compassionate inquiry to understand what is impacting you. I will work along side you to identify what kinds of support would be helpful and realistic to your life. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy, we can explore together in a pace that feels appropriate and comfortable for you. Starting therapy can be intimidating but it doesn’t have to be impossible.
I am a warm, welcoming individual who believes in the healing power of connection. I approach my work with curiosity and compassionate inquiry to understand what is impacting you. I will work along side you to identify what kinds of support would be helpful and realistic to your life. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy, we can explore together in a pace that feels appropriate and comfortable for you. Starting therapy can be intimidating but it doesn’t have to be impossible.
Are you finding it difficult at work or school? Do you feel like life should be easier now that you know you are Neurodivergent but you don’t know what to do next? I am a self-advocate and activist with over ten years personal and professional social work and community organizing experience. As a Coach and Counselor in Queer and Disability communities I understand the specific structural barriers people with diverse identities face. My approach is an alternative to ABA and other Conversion Therapies because I value you for who you are.
Are you finding it difficult at work or school? Do you feel like life should be easier now that you know you are Neurodivergent but you don’t know what to do next? I am a self-advocate and activist with over ten years personal and professional social work and community organizing experience. As a Coach and Counselor in Queer and Disability communities I understand the specific structural barriers people with diverse identities face. My approach is an alternative to ABA and other Conversion Therapies because I value you for who you are.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? Looking to create meaning in your life or just find some peace amongst the chaos? Finding the right therapist can make all the difference in overcoming any adversities you may currently face and get you on the path to achieving your goals! As a LCSW with a graduate degree from University of Chicago’s School of Social Administration I feel strongly that the therapy process is a dynamic relationship between therapist and client.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? Looking to create meaning in your life or just find some peace amongst the chaos? Finding the right therapist can make all the difference in overcoming any adversities you may currently face and get you on the path to achieving your goals! As a LCSW with a graduate degree from University of Chicago’s School of Social Administration I feel strongly that the therapy process is a dynamic relationship between therapist and client.
Clients come to therapy wanting to make change in their lives and as challenging as it can be, clients who do well with me engage in fearless personal exploration using curiosity to drive their progress towards their preferred future. Clients who are interested in a holistic approach to mental health including sleep and nutrition and an openness to multiple viewpoints of healing and health will be engaged with my style. I also believe that clients don't want to be in therapy forever, nor should they be, so I aim to provide clients with firm internal processes and awareness they can use throughout the lifespan.
Clients come to therapy wanting to make change in their lives and as challenging as it can be, clients who do well with me engage in fearless personal exploration using curiosity to drive their progress towards their preferred future. Clients who are interested in a holistic approach to mental health including sleep and nutrition and an openness to multiple viewpoints of healing and health will be engaged with my style. I also believe that clients don't want to be in therapy forever, nor should they be, so I aim to provide clients with firm internal processes and awareness they can use throughout the lifespan.
Are you struggling with stress, sadness or conflict in your relationship? If so, we can help! The therapists at Lakefront Counseling Group have successfully worked with couples and individuals who want to grow, heal and feel more fulfilled in their lives. Through a collaborative approach, we help you to be an active part of your therapy as we work together to achieve your desired goals. We are seasoned, highly trained and doctoral level therapists who have a strong track record of success in helping you to increase self-awareness and life satisfaction and feel more successful in your relationships.
Are you struggling with stress, sadness or conflict in your relationship? If so, we can help! The therapists at Lakefront Counseling Group have successfully worked with couples and individuals who want to grow, heal and feel more fulfilled in their lives. Through a collaborative approach, we help you to be an active part of your therapy as we work together to achieve your desired goals. We are seasoned, highly trained and doctoral level therapists who have a strong track record of success in helping you to increase self-awareness and life satisfaction and feel more successful in your relationships.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a registered dance/movement therapist. I am here to help and guide my clients in a integrative and client lead space that is welcoming to all. I am here to facilitate a path towards healing and self-evolution by meeting my clients where they are at.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a registered dance/movement therapist. I am here to help and guide my clients in a integrative and client lead space that is welcoming to all. I am here to facilitate a path towards healing and self-evolution by meeting my clients where they are at.
Over the years and after receiving thousands of initial calls and emails from clients, it is clear that many are unsure of what they need or where to go. We find great pleasure in helping clients navigate this process. As a group practice we are able to provide services for a variety of needs: anxiety, addictions, pain management, depression, relationship issues, psychological testing, individual, life transitions and even helping clients who just want to live their best life! We stand out in our efforts to make this process as smooth as possible. Many providers boast about their training in a particular treatment approach (and this is important) but research suggests that the interventions are only part of the story. The fit between client and clinician, the wellbeing of the clinician, the ease of access and the experience of the treatment process matter as much, and sometimes more, than the particular treatment model used. Pillars of Wellness was founded with the hope of ensuring an ideal client-clinician fit and providing both clients and clinicians with a positive experience. We let our clinicians excel at their craft by giving them the space to create their ideal practice.
Over the years and after receiving thousands of initial calls and emails from clients, it is clear that many are unsure of what they need or where to go. We find great pleasure in helping clients navigate this process. As a group practice we are able to provide services for a variety of needs: anxiety, addictions, pain management, depression, relationship issues, psychological testing, individual, life transitions and even helping clients who just want to live their best life! We stand out in our efforts to make this process as smooth as possible. Many providers boast about their training in a particular treatment approach (and this is important) but research suggests that the interventions are only part of the story. The fit between client and clinician, the wellbeing of the clinician, the ease of access and the experience of the treatment process matter as much, and sometimes more, than the particular treatment model used. Pillars of Wellness was founded with the hope of ensuring an ideal client-clinician fit and providing both clients and clinicians with a positive experience. We let our clinicians excel at their craft by giving them the space to create their ideal practice.
I help people find calm and clarity through life’s toughest moments—whether that means managing chronic health conditions, coping with grief or loss, balancing relationships, supporting loved ones, healing through trauma, coping with ADHD or anxiety, or finding yourself again after life transitions.
I help people find calm and clarity through life’s toughest moments—whether that means managing chronic health conditions, coping with grief or loss, balancing relationships, supporting loved ones, healing through trauma, coping with ADHD or anxiety, or finding yourself again after life transitions.
Are you or a loved one facing the challenges of living with a chronic illness? Between managing appointments, navigating the medical system, understanding your condition and your medications, recovering from hospital stays, and many more... it can become overwhelming. The mind and the body influence each other, and it's important to actively manage mental health when living with chronic illness. My speciality is in navigating mental health in chronic illness. I can support you in finding the balance and living a life of health and wellness.
Are you or a loved one facing the challenges of living with a chronic illness? Between managing appointments, navigating the medical system, understanding your condition and your medications, recovering from hospital stays, and many more... it can become overwhelming. The mind and the body influence each other, and it's important to actively manage mental health when living with chronic illness. My speciality is in navigating mental health in chronic illness. I can support you in finding the balance and living a life of health and wellness.
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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Therapists
When should someone seek treatment for a traumatic brain injury?
People should seek a diagnosis and treatment after a head injury, especially if they were unconscious, and an early diagnosis can lead to a better recovery. Signs of a concussion include headaches, nausea or vomiting, exhaustion, dizziness, vision problems, sensitivity to light and sound, problems with attention and memory, brain fog, unusual irritability or sadness, and unusual sleep patterns.
What’s the most common treatment for a traumatic brain injury?
Treatment for a traumatic brain injury will be different depending on the severity of the problem. For mild injuries, treatment may involve rest and over-the-counter pain or headache medication. For moderate or severe injuries, treatment may involve stabilization, medication, and rehabilitative therapies such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, cognitive therapy, and counseling.
How long does it take to recover from traumatic brain injury?
The recovery time for a traumatic brain injury depends on the individual and the severity and nature of the injury; the length of time spent unconscious is often an indicator of severity. Recovery time for mild injuries may be a week or two while recovery time for more severe injuries may be six months to two years. Research suggests that the vast majority of recovery occurs in the first two years after an injury; recovery after that time frame is less certain.
What if a traumatic brain injury is left untreated?
If a traumatic brain injury is left untreated, it can lead to long-term physical and mental health problems. Physical problems may include dizziness, headaches, vision, healing, or speech loss, and an elevated risk of dementia. Psychological problems may include impairments of memory, judgment, and decision-making, depression, aggression, poor impulse control, and personality changes.


