Marriage Counseling Therapists in Crystal Lake, IL
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Lisa Sloka
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is messy. That’s the motto I adopted a few years ago to remind myself that there is no such thing as perfect and rarely does everything go according to plan. My journey has taken me through a variety of messes…divorce, single parenting, job changes, remarriage and the blending of families, just to name a few. Although this isn’t the path that I planned to take, I am thankful for each step because of the healing and growth that accompanied it and ultimately led me to pursue my master’s degree in family and
marriage
therapy.
Stephanie Green
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My clinical interests lie in treating couple’s issues (preparing for
marriage
, parenting, or divorce), life transitions, blended families, and adolescents.
Everyone needs a person to talk to, but just as important, you need someone to listen and hear what you are saying. My goal is to be that person for you, and help you navigate everyday life, including any struggles or difficulties you are facing. As the mom of two teenagers, I know that life is busy, and that often times, we do not make time for our own needs or our relationships. Whether that relationship be with your spouse or partner, children, or any other relationship you are trying to improve or heal from, I would like the privilege to help and hear you.
Madison Beresford
Pastoral Counselor, MA, BCPC, QMHP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in providing a Christ-centered approach to
marriage
and family counseling, individual care, teen care, grief, depression, trauma, addictions, personality disorder healing and spiritual matters.
Trauma. Addiction. Depression. Grief. Disassociation. You've tried to heal on your own but it just won't stick. Healing really IS possible... And I can't wait to show you how. I am passionate about bringing healing, hope and freedom for individuals teens and couples that struggle depression, trauma, anxiety, stress and
marriage
/family problems and more. I use many techniques and tools to determine the direction and healing plan. I offer help that is solutions-based not problem-centered. Through a unique Christian counseling and freedom centered experience, I invite you to come and be refreshed.
Not accepting new clients
Katie M Kroening
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Experienced in counseling field f/m than a decade; LCSW;CADC; Loyola Graduate; Specialize in couples-
marital
-individual/family Emotionally Focused Therapy as well as Gottman techniques.
It takes courage to reach out for help. I am passionate about my clients and grateful to share in their journey. I meet clients in the valleys and help them walk through pain. I have a strong desire to help with emotional abuse recovery, restoring empowerment, equality, self-respect and self-love; I help clients learn how to set boundaries, and to experience emotional safety and growth. I specialize in Christian Counseling. I love all things relationship: restoration of marriages/couples: affair recovery, healing from high conflict. I enjoy working with anxiety and mood disorders such as bipolar/depression.
Not accepting new clients
Melanie Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Did you or your spouse recently have an affair? Do you wonder if there is still hope for your
marriage
after a betrayal? I specialize in helping couples recover from an affair and have helped hundreds of couples move through the healing process. Many couples even report that they have a better
marriage
now than they did prior to the betrayal.
Margaret Pechota
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Some of my specialties are:
MARITAL
and SEX THERAPY, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, TRAUMA / PTSD,
SPIRITUAL ISSUES and/or FAITH BASED Judeo Christian (Catholic, Protestant, non-denominational) treatment I trained in Sex Therapy at the Loyola University Sex Clinic
Read the results of my research at www.
Are you feeling that issues in your life are too stressful or painful to cope with on your own? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, guilt, anger (your own or some else's), mood swings, trauma (rape, combat, incest, other) OCD, relationship issues, or other emotional difficulties. Maybe you are wondering about your purpose in life or struggling with your spirituality. You might feel you are alone in your suffering.
I am a Clinical Psychologist dedicated to providing a compassionate and respectful environment where you can explore these and other life issues that are causing you distress.
Katina Beane- Doctoral Student
ALMFT, CADC, EMDR-C, LNHA, LPN
My degree is in
Marriage
and Family Therapy, but I have a passion for individuals outside the
marriage
and family therapy circle as well.
Hello, Congratulations on taking a step to get resolution for yourself! My name is Katina Beane. I am an empathetic, compassionate, self-motivated, genuine professional who strives to help individuals and families reach their full potential. My therapeutic approach is cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, solution focused therapy. Life transitions and traumatic experiences can cause emotional and mental distress. Having someone to guide you in processing your thoughts will improve your overall well-being and make you feel less alone in your struggles.
Colleen J Campbell Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified
Verified
In practice for over 30 years, my approach is simple. I want to help you find solutions and answers to Iife's biggest challenges, from
marital
crises and life transitions, to the loss of a career, health or a loved one. I specialize in a holistic approach to therapy with proven problem-solving techniques. Often, we'll find those solutions in ten consultations or less.
Douglas N Neal
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
For 39 years, I have been passionate about helping people find freedom from personal struggles of depression, anxiety and
marriage
/ family problems. I treat first with natural alternatives rather than medications. I also specialize in Attention Deficit Disorder and I am a parent of an adult child with ADHD. I personally know the challenges and victory in helping someone with ADHD live their life successfully. I am viewed as the Sherlock Holmes doctor since I work with the most difficult to diagnose cases and help to crack the case of what is causing a person to struggle.
Zachary S Neal
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
Verified
More specifically, the areas of ADHD,
marriage
/couples counseling, and men's issues are my specialty.
I OFFER INPERSON THERAPY SESSION-MASKED AND UNMASKED. While counseling tends to be about serious issues, it is important to me to know my clients on a personal level, not just the struggles they are going through. I like to know how my clients take their coffee, their idiosyncrasies, and which football team makes them yell at the screen on Sunday's. My approach is practical and honest. I value transparency, humor, self-awareness, and genuine exchanges.
Melissa Chaffer
Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a therapist with over 30 years of experience, I work with church staff, corporate executives, teens and adults to improve leadership skills, personal relationships and business performance. Patients & family members currently dealing with the emotional effects of chronic or terminal illness are also a piece of my practice. I provide individual,
marital
and family counseling. I treat a variety of common emotional and relational difficulties including anxiety, depression and relationship conflict, as well as parent/child issues, and the emotional effects of medical conditions.
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Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I provide psychotherapy to individuals and couples, specializing in adults and teens. Clients come to me with problems such as anxiety issues, depression,
marital
stress, relational abuse, job stress and past sexual abuse. I have also worked with men suffering from anger problems. The preferred style is one of a partnership, with agreed upon goals, going at a pace that is comfortable and appropriate for the client. I care about each individual and work toward helping them find the road to wholeness and healing
Matt Warren
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Sometimes we just need a safe space to get it all out. I am a big believer in creating a space free of judgement, condemnation, and shame. My number one goal is to develop safety with my clients. Whether you come to me for depression, anxiety, social skills,
marital
/family problems, work issues, ADHD, addiction, or just need a person to vent my goal is to provide an environment where you feel both known and cared for.
Not accepting new clients
Kelly Robinson
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Whether you are going through an important transition or need extra support as you navigate everyday life, it is worth remembering that everyone needs help sometimes. Being a wife for the last 16 years and a mom for the last 20 years has given me the opportunity to experience the richness of family life including teen parenthood,
marriage
, parenthood, life cycle transitions, blended family dynamics, anxiety and stress related challenges. Challenges create strength and it is my passion to help others sift through the inevitable challenges of life to cultivate understanding and clarity and the ability to move forward with strength.
New Hope Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AMFT, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
*Offering Reduced Fee Counseling!* Is your
marriage
struggling to thrive? Are you worried about changes you've seen in your teenager? Have you experienced trauma that has left you unable to manage day to day life? Our therapists are here to provide a safe place for you to come ask questions, receive a listening ear, and walk with you through life's challenges.
David P Cook
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Does if feel like you're at a loss for how to make things better? Are you struggling with a relationship problem, and individual challenge or family conflict? Are you not "feeling the love" in your
marriage
, stressed over a life event, or trying to keep your family from falling apart? If you answered "yes" to any of this questions, it might be time to give me a call. I am confident that together we can work to help equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome these challenges.
Brandi Janisch
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in individual and family counseling for all ages- this includes: anxiety and depressive disorders, women's issues, perinatal mood disorders (postpartum depression/anxiety),
Marriage
and Family Counseling, and counseling for children/teens struggling with peer relationships, self-esteem, anxiety, body image, academics and family issues.
I believe we all need someone to talk to who will listen and accept us. I provide clients with a warm, non-judgmental environment- a safe place to explore real life issues. If you're ready to commit to making positive changes, I encourage you to take the first step. I work with individuals, couples and families of all ages to manage and reduce anxiety, depression, stress and trauma that is interfering with everyday life and relationships.
Michelle DeLaRosa
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you struggling with emotions, anxiety or stress in your life? Is your child, teen or family struggling? Is your
marriage
under stress? I am here to help you make the changes to bring you happiness again and to cope with the challenges in your life. Life is hard. But you don't have to go at it alone. For twenty years I have come alongside adults, children, teens, couples and families to address those issues creating challenge including depression, anxiety, giref/loss, and life transitions.
FJ Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
3 Endorsed
3 Endorsed
I also have experience with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, substance abuse, eating disorders, self-harm, ADHD, and
Marriage
and Family.
I have been providing psychological and behavioral services in the Chicagoland and Grand Rapids, Michigan area for the last 14 years. In session I am empathetic and positive, working collaboratively with each client, in overcoming life challenges. Due to the vast amount of experience I have gained in both psychotherapy as well as behavioral modification, my therapeutic approach is diverse and can be non-directive, guiding the client at their own pace, or directive in nature. My goal is to assist each client to a happier, healthier, productive life, in a safe environment.
Claire Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling that your
marriage
could use a makeover? Concerned about the lack of intimacy in the relationship? Couples will be able to learn how to establish a solid friendship by creating love maps, increasing the fondness and admiration and creating more emotional connection. Another key will be how to deal with conflict, so issues can be dealt with instead of letting them get buried Many different tools will be used to get the same old argument into a different experience and hopefully a different ending. I am a certified Gottman therapist, having trained in Seattle with John and Julie Gottman. (Gottman.com) .
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How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.