Attachment-based Therapists in Downers Grove, IL

Quiet mind open heart, somewhere deep within you, you know you must reconnect with yourself.Integral therapy is a blend of psychotherapy and yoga therapy. Together this combination of therapies refines the mind, clears negative emotions and thoughts, and create a better relationships.Stacey will support the process of therapy through talk, breathing techniques, simple movements and meditation. In this process you can find your center again, and most of all show up as your true self.

Ellie Mental Health is all about being authentic while providing a safe, compassionate and inviting space for our clients. We strive to provide exceptional ethical, compassionate care that meets people where they are, demonstrates empathy and recognizes whole person care.

Counseling is a collaborative process in which you should feel supported in navigating life's roadblocks, stressors, and transitions. The counseling relationship is a unique experience that propels individual flourishing by providing a safe and nurturing environment in which you can develop and practice skills to cultivate resiliency and personal growth. I believe in strength-based counseling, in which individual strengths and resources are developed and utilized to facilitate well-being and client collaboration to promote and achieve personal goals. The framework I utilize favors a cognitive approach with behavioral, mindfulness, and psychodynamic interventions to address specific areas of distress.

Are you feeling stuck, alone, or overwhelmed? Are you distressed by emotions of sadness, anxiety, or loneliness? Are you feeling unsupported or lost in your current relationship? I aim to provide a safe space to release your thoughts, process your emotions and behaviors, and heal. For whatever reason, you ended up here—and I am so glad you did! I'm here to help you by providing a warm and welcoming environment for you to be your most authentic you. I provide couples and family counseling, as well as individual psychotherapy.

My therapeutic approach is compassionate, validating, and empathic. I believe that everyone wants to feel heard, understood, valued, and validated and I work with you to gain an understanding of who you are and what you want. I believe therapy is a very personal journey and I strive to ensure every client feels incredible support. I believe that therapy is a healing process. We find the parts of ourselves that need healing to lead us to a better quality of life. I work with all races, sexual orientations, and genders. A favorite quote that I relate to therapy is, "Be messy and complicated and afraid and show up anyway."

If you’re struggling with the demands of being a new mom or finding yourself wanting more out of your marriage, I can help navigate these challenges to create more compassion and understanding of yourself, while developing tools to reduce negative thinking and become more fulfilled in your life.

It is my life's purpose and passion to help others live meaningful and Joy-filled lives. I have invested many years in my own self healing, growth and professional development. The foundation for successful therapy depends upon the quality of the therapeutic relationship and I value the time you are spending as you make this very important decision for yourself. Together, let's explore the mental, emotional, spiritual and behavioral patterns which are interfering with your ability to maintain harmony within yourself and in your relationships with others. Come to create the shift you need to blossom.

Providing culturally competent and client centered therapy is an important part of my job which is to help you feel safe and heard. I specialize in working with clients who want to understand the emotions and behaviors that impact their daily lives.

I am a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist specializing in work with children, parents and women's issues. In a safe and empathic environment, I provide trauma-information, relationship-based psychotherapy and play therapy. I completed my training in family systems practice and hold additional certifications in domestic violence and sexual assault. My approach is informed by training in normative child development and the neuropsychological effects of complex stress and I have extensive experience working with a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns.

I work best with clients that are open to exploring their feelings and emotions in new ways. Grief support is my specialty, I also work with anxiety and depression. When I support grievers, we work together to determine how and if you'd like to honor your person that died, explore feelings around their death, and what life looks like now.

Celia is a graduate of Northern Illinois University with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a certification in Trauma-Informed Counseling. Celia supports her clients through life transitions and personal growth using her skill set based in ACT, DBT, and strengths-based therapy. Celia has experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults, in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, trauma, grief and loss, and ADHD. She also has experience supporting individuals on the autism spectrum, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and those exploring their gender identity.

We envision a world where people from minority groups are able to heal from the emotional scars inflicted by systemic discrimination, poverty, unjust persecution, and marginalization. Healing from intergenerational trauma is a crucial step toward achieving individual and collective wellness. We resonate with author Akshay Dubey that the path to healing doesn't erase the experiences that caused us harm, but rather allows us to move beyond them and live with newfound strength and purpose. At R&B Counseling, we believe in your strength, resilience, and ability to heal and thrive.

If you are here, you are already demonstrating the strength and willingness to improve your life and well-being. I will empower you to take the next step towards healing past wounds, let go of patterns that no longer serve you and address and improve upon relationship issues. I will support and empower you through your journey in finding growth and healing through both challenges that have been ongoing for years or more recent struggles or traumatic experiences.

As human beings we learn, develop meaning, and create a sense of purpose through each other and the relationships we form. In the same spirit I believe the therapeutic process is driven by the relationship formed between the client and the therapist. This is why my approach in therapy is guided by the question - "How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for their personal growth?" I strive to create an empathic, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you feel safe and empowered to work toward personal growth and creating lasting change; forming trust and leaning toward vulnerability.

I have worked through a compassionate and trauma-informed lens with children, adolescents, adults, families and LGBTQIA+ community for over ten years. I have an empathetic and direct approach to therapy and I believe that, with a little non judgmental support, everyone is capable of growth and change.

Trying to heal and work through trauma can be overwhelming and difficult to begin. Going through major life transitions can cause unwanted stress. Asking for help can be hard, but taking that step shows strength and resilience. My goal is to help you feel empowered, validated, and supported along your healing journey.

Sometimes life takes you in a direction that you did not anticipate. You may feel confused, lost, sad, disappointed and/or anxious about what the future holds for you. I specialize in helping couples and individuals dealing with marriage/relationship difficulties, divorce, (including contemplating divorce, going through the divorce process, moving on from divorce, or blending a family). I also aim to help those who are experiencing significant life changes such as becoming a new mom or the loss of a parent. All of these life events can evoke emotions that we may not be able to understand and often times become overwhelming.