"Living is hard, and finding help with living can be even harder. In my 15 years of working with children, adolescents, and adults, I've found that a therapeutic relationship based on honesty, empathy, and mutual respect is essential for therapy to be beneficial, and strive to offer this in my practice. I have worked extensively with people experiencing depression, anxiety, and confusion, as well as issues with identity, creativity and productivity. I also have significant experience working with both children/adolescents and those dealing with more significant mental health difficulties."
"Living is hard, and finding help with living can be even harder. In my 15 years of working with children, adolescents, and adults, I've found that a therapeutic relationship based on honesty, empathy, and mutual respect is essential for therapy to be beneficial, and strive to offer this in my practice. I have worked extensively with people experiencing depression, anxiety, and confusion, as well as issues with identity, creativity and productivity. I also have significant experience working with both children/adolescents and those dealing with more significant mental health difficulties."
"I have 30 years of professional experience in working with couples, families and individuals. I have specialized in working with couples where abuse (physical, emotional or sexual) has been a significant factor in the past of one or both of the individuals. As a licensed marriage and family therapist I utilize a systems approach in dealing with both couples and individuals. I am direct and enjoy working with a wide range of clients. I do a significant amount of work with men and “male issues”."
"I have 30 years of professional experience in working with couples, families and individuals. I have specialized in working with couples where abuse (physical, emotional or sexual) has been a significant factor in the past of one or both of the individuals. As a licensed marriage and family therapist I utilize a systems approach in dealing with both couples and individuals. I am direct and enjoy working with a wide range of clients. I do a significant amount of work with men and “male issues”."
"I find that each individual knows when they are ready to live their life differently, for any number of reasons. I enjoy helping individuals find their way forward through an often bumpy path. Although I identify as a cognitive behavioral therapist, I attempt to meet each individual where they are at, assess their needs together, and forge a treatment plan that makes sense for their ultimate goals. We are partners together. Let's use humor, compassion, and practical strategies to create the best life we can!"
"I find that each individual knows when they are ready to live their life differently, for any number of reasons. I enjoy helping individuals find their way forward through an often bumpy path. Although I identify as a cognitive behavioral therapist, I attempt to meet each individual where they are at, assess their needs together, and forge a treatment plan that makes sense for their ultimate goals. We are partners together. Let's use humor, compassion, and practical strategies to create the best life we can!"
"My focus is on helping people improve their lives. I feel healing is a combination of art and science that encompasses therapist, individuals, couples and families. I have 25 years of experience in resolving anxiety, stress and mood disorders including relationship issues, eating disorders, milestones (death, divorce) and chronic illness."
"My focus is on helping people improve their lives. I feel healing is a combination of art and science that encompasses therapist, individuals, couples and families. I have 25 years of experience in resolving anxiety, stress and mood disorders including relationship issues, eating disorders, milestones (death, divorce) and chronic illness."
"I believe that individuals possess the knowledge and strength needed to create the changes they want in their lives. Clarity about new choices in our lives begins with accepting the feelings we are experiencing today. I focus on facilitating a supportive and collaborative relationship with my client to promote their insight about the feelings and events in their life. Clients are empowered to control the direction of their lives with new choices based out of the insights gained in treatment. I provide psychotherapy to individuals and couples motivated to the improvement of their self, their relationships, or their careers."
"I believe that individuals possess the knowledge and strength needed to create the changes they want in their lives. Clarity about new choices in our lives begins with accepting the feelings we are experiencing today. I focus on facilitating a supportive and collaborative relationship with my client to promote their insight about the feelings and events in their life. Clients are empowered to control the direction of their lives with new choices based out of the insights gained in treatment. I provide psychotherapy to individuals and couples motivated to the improvement of their self, their relationships, or their careers."
"Whether it's simply needing support through a difficult divorce, dealing with painful grief, or getting help managing depression or anxiety, therapy can help you lead a healthier, more fulfilled life. My role as a therapist and Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience, is to provide you with a safe, nurturing, supportive place for you to work on your issues without feeling judged. We work together to identify goals and create a plan to achieving them by gaining support, feedback and learning healthier ways to cope."
"Whether it's simply needing support through a difficult divorce, dealing with painful grief, or getting help managing depression or anxiety, therapy can help you lead a healthier, more fulfilled life. My role as a therapist and Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience, is to provide you with a safe, nurturing, supportive place for you to work on your issues without feeling judged. We work together to identify goals and create a plan to achieving them by gaining support, feedback and learning healthier ways to cope."
"While I enjoy working with many different types of people, my ideal client is someone who is open to exploration and can view therapy as a journey and a process, rather than quick fix. I work best with someone who can see me as a support and can partner in uncovering solutions that work best for them, rather than looking to me for total direction. I have helped individuals in successfully transitioning to the next level in their lives, increase motivation and self-esteem to improve relationships and sense of self worth, and have helped individuals establish the identity that they desire."
"While I enjoy working with many different types of people, my ideal client is someone who is open to exploration and can view therapy as a journey and a process, rather than quick fix. I work best with someone who can see me as a support and can partner in uncovering solutions that work best for them, rather than looking to me for total direction. I have helped individuals in successfully transitioning to the next level in their lives, increase motivation and self-esteem to improve relationships and sense of self worth, and have helped individuals establish the identity that they desire."
"Susan Millner uses a variety of evidence-based practices with a specialty in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Susan received advanced training in ACT in 2010 and immediately connected with it on both a personal and professional level. Since then, she has presented at a number of conferences focusing on ACT and provided supervision/consultation to therapists looking to learn the model. In addition to ACT, Susan utilizes CBT, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, mindfulness, family systems, and a variety of other professional techniques."
"Susan Millner uses a variety of evidence-based practices with a specialty in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Susan received advanced training in ACT in 2010 and immediately connected with it on both a personal and professional level. Since then, she has presented at a number of conferences focusing on ACT and provided supervision/consultation to therapists looking to learn the model. In addition to ACT, Susan utilizes CBT, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, mindfulness, family systems, and a variety of other professional techniques."
"Mi nombre es Julie A. Xiques-Prieto. Mis clientes me conocen como "Dra. Julie". Soy psicóloga bilingüe y desde hace mas de 15 anos proveo servicios psicológicos a la población Hispana. Complete mi doctorado en Psicología Clínica en el Illinois School of Profesional Psychology en 1996. Mi Carrera y profesión han sido guiadas por un deseo de aprender intervenciones mas allá de la tradicional "terapia del habla". Esto me permite crear para mis clientes una experiencia "única y diferente". Estoy certificada en Hipnoterapia, EMDR y estoy en proceso de obtener una certificación en Breathwork."
"Mi nombre es Julie A. Xiques-Prieto. Mis clientes me conocen como "Dra. Julie". Soy psicóloga bilingüe y desde hace mas de 15 anos proveo servicios psicológicos a la población Hispana. Complete mi doctorado en Psicología Clínica en el Illinois School of Profesional Psychology en 1996. Mi Carrera y profesión han sido guiadas por un deseo de aprender intervenciones mas allá de la tradicional "terapia del habla". Esto me permite crear para mis clientes una experiencia "única y diferente". Estoy certificada en Hipnoterapia, EMDR y estoy en proceso de obtener una certificación en Breathwork."
"My goals: to help you get un-stuck, face your difficulties, and restore your connection to yourself and others. I am focused on walking alongside you as we get to the root of issues, while providing you with new tools along the way. I work with individuals around trauma/PTSD (past abuse, dangerous childhoods, sexual assault, traumatic events), grief/loss, divorce, spiritual instability and college/young adulthood issues. I also help couples with pre-engagement/pre-marital counseling, healing from emotional and/or sexual affairs, conflict/communication issues, and relationship enrichment. LGBTQ affirmative."
"My goals: to help you get un-stuck, face your difficulties, and restore your connection to yourself and others. I am focused on walking alongside you as we get to the root of issues, while providing you with new tools along the way. I work with individuals around trauma/PTSD (past abuse, dangerous childhoods, sexual assault, traumatic events), grief/loss, divorce, spiritual instability and college/young adulthood issues. I also help couples with pre-engagement/pre-marital counseling, healing from emotional and/or sexual affairs, conflict/communication issues, and relationship enrichment. LGBTQ affirmative."
"As humans, I believe that we all experience periods of time when we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope with life's inevitable challenges. While fostering a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust and authenticity, I seek to emphasize each individual's unique strengths and skills as we sort out the emotional distress together. Throughout this process, it is my hope that each client will not only discover more effective ways of coping with life's difficulties, but will develop a stronger sense of compassion and connectedness in relationship with him/herself and those closest to them."
"As humans, I believe that we all experience periods of time when we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope with life's inevitable challenges. While fostering a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust and authenticity, I seek to emphasize each individual's unique strengths and skills as we sort out the emotional distress together. Throughout this process, it is my hope that each client will not only discover more effective ways of coping with life's difficulties, but will develop a stronger sense of compassion and connectedness in relationship with him/herself and those closest to them."
"Whether you are encountering everyday life stressors, adjusting to life transitions, walking through and grieving the death of a loved one, end of a relationship, beginning to heal from trauma, or just wanting to feel better, therapy can be a place to share what you are experiencing and move through and beyond any pain, hurt or challenges."
"Whether you are encountering everyday life stressors, adjusting to life transitions, walking through and grieving the death of a loved one, end of a relationship, beginning to heal from trauma, or just wanting to feel better, therapy can be a place to share what you are experiencing and move through and beyond any pain, hurt or challenges."
"Everyone has as story to tell and the capacity for growth. I am passionate about helping clients embrace the joys and struggles of their journey. I believe that the foundation of mental health begins with balancing the fundamentals of nutrition, sleep and stress management. I have experience working with young adults, adults and families. I specialize in treating individuals who are experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders and addictions. "
"Everyone has as story to tell and the capacity for growth. I am passionate about helping clients embrace the joys and struggles of their journey. I believe that the foundation of mental health begins with balancing the fundamentals of nutrition, sleep and stress management. I have experience working with young adults, adults and families. I specialize in treating individuals who are experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders and addictions. "
"As a highly-experienced clinical psychologist I have worked with a wide spectrum of therapy and evaluation issues within my private practice and multiple other treatment settings. I recognize the importance of seeing clients as individuals with unique strengths ,weaknesses and specific needs, and not simply as diagnostic labels or condtions. My approach to therapy is based on my inherent belief in change and on establishing a safe,secure and strong working relationship with my clients. I employ an eclectic approach relying upon well researched and effective treatment methods which best fit the specific needs and concerns of the individual client."
"As a highly-experienced clinical psychologist I have worked with a wide spectrum of therapy and evaluation issues within my private practice and multiple other treatment settings. I recognize the importance of seeing clients as individuals with unique strengths ,weaknesses and specific needs, and not simply as diagnostic labels or condtions. My approach to therapy is based on my inherent belief in change and on establishing a safe,secure and strong working relationship with my clients. I employ an eclectic approach relying upon well researched and effective treatment methods which best fit the specific needs and concerns of the individual client."
"Are you feeling overwhelmed? Scared? Out of control? Inexplicably sad? Lost? It is my goal to help you to move from a place of struggle in your life, and towards a space of confidence and trust in yourself. By creating a warm, steady, and curious space, with just the right amount of humor and lightness, I help in connecting through exploration of moments of past hurts to find happiness in your life now. I will work with you to help you feel empowered and informed about what you need, and how to get there from here. "
"Are you feeling overwhelmed? Scared? Out of control? Inexplicably sad? Lost? It is my goal to help you to move from a place of struggle in your life, and towards a space of confidence and trust in yourself. By creating a warm, steady, and curious space, with just the right amount of humor and lightness, I help in connecting through exploration of moments of past hurts to find happiness in your life now. I will work with you to help you feel empowered and informed about what you need, and how to get there from here. "
"I believe that successful therapy begins with finding the right therapist - sometimes a daunting task. I understand that everyone has their unique story, and I am here to listen compassionately and non-judgementally. I genuinely enjoy helping clients to identify changes they want to make and supporting them in taking effective steps toward those changes. I am transparent in giving clients my professional opinions, but first and foremost I listen."
"I believe that successful therapy begins with finding the right therapist - sometimes a daunting task. I understand that everyone has their unique story, and I am here to listen compassionately and non-judgementally. I genuinely enjoy helping clients to identify changes they want to make and supporting them in taking effective steps toward those changes. I am transparent in giving clients my professional opinions, but first and foremost I listen."
"When we are in pain, we lose a sense of wonder. Our mind feels like a prison instead of a space to discover. The future looks as bleak as the past and painful as the present. The pain is a signal inviting us to understand something about our inner life. "
"When we are in pain, we lose a sense of wonder. Our mind feels like a prison instead of a space to discover. The future looks as bleak as the past and painful as the present. The pain is a signal inviting us to understand something about our inner life. "
"I practice what I like to call relationship therapy. This means I work best with people who are psychologically-minded and want to develop a therapeutic relationship with me. Together (key word!) we seek to understand (another key word) the roots of your emotional distress. My belief is that these roots may be hidden or disguised, but never totally beyond one's grasp. Change is always possible."
"I practice what I like to call relationship therapy. This means I work best with people who are psychologically-minded and want to develop a therapeutic relationship with me. Together (key word!) we seek to understand (another key word) the roots of your emotional distress. My belief is that these roots may be hidden or disguised, but never totally beyond one's grasp. Change is always possible."
"I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. I provide individual and family counseling in a warm and welcoming environment. Together, we will work toward decreasing depression and anxiety, improving self worth and overcoming individual and relationship challenges."
"I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. I provide individual and family counseling in a warm and welcoming environment. Together, we will work toward decreasing depression and anxiety, improving self worth and overcoming individual and relationship challenges."
"My style as a therapist is warm, compassionate and interactive. I use a client-centered approach which helps clients discover their strengths while working toward reaching their goals. I enjoy helping clients build confidence which empowers and motivates them to move forward, especially when they have been stuck.. Reaching out for counseling can often be a difficult step to take. I provide support, empathy and insight with integrity and humor which allow clients to step back from stressful situations, gain perspective and feel better."
"My style as a therapist is warm, compassionate and interactive. I use a client-centered approach which helps clients discover their strengths while working toward reaching their goals. I enjoy helping clients build confidence which empowers and motivates them to move forward, especially when they have been stuck.. Reaching out for counseling can often be a difficult step to take. I provide support, empathy and insight with integrity and humor which allow clients to step back from stressful situations, gain perspective and feel better."
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