Life Coaching Therapists in Downers Grove, IL
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Mary Ann Fosco
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My method is wholistic and compassionate counseling for individuals and couples. I try to create a safe harbor for change for adults dealing with
life
issues such as self-esteem, relationships, grief or loss, goal-setting and anxiety. I try to get people in touch with their own truth in a safe, non-judgmental, empathetic environment. I enjoy giving couples tools for resolving conflict and learning to fight fairly.
Waitlist for new clients

Maureen P Tamillow
Counselor, LCPC, RDDP, PEL
Verified
Verified
I work with all aged clients. I have long -term school experience: teacher, counselor, administrator. I enjoy all ages.Many people enjoy my mix of therapeutic and personal
coaching
styles. During the years, I have advanced my training into divorce mediation and custody mediation. I have also expanded my clientelle to include people who have long-term illness with pain. I work with health issues to help people learn to better adapt to their condition while also finding and concentrating on creating healthy lifestyle choices and personal calmness. I consider my background in addiction as a pathway to help people achieve wellness.

Yolanda Orange-Berry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Trying to figure out this journey called
LIFE
, one can become overwhelmed and scared. The feeling of not knowing the end result increase one's anxiety.
LIFE
is a daily learning process one must be able to learn from past losses, relationships, and experiences which help shape TODAY. Learn how to cope with these things and focus on your purpose to enjoy each moment.

William S Piekarz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Sometimes people merely want to be heard, other times they want direction and
coaching
, other times mediation between those that are important in your
life
.
Listening is a lost art in modern psychotherapy. Change begins when you are heard and understood. I use simple, effective, proven techniques to lead my clients to greater insight, which leads to change. Individuals, couples, and families are my focus from adolescents through senior citizens. I help folks manage
life
's many stressors including but not limited to loss, grief, separation, substance abuse, and illness.

Tammi C. Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I look forward to working with individuals that are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and re-balancing their
life
. There comes a time in all of our lives where we need the compassion and support of a therapist that truly is present and cares. I will offer you a safe space to process and work through your challenges.
Life
is but a journey and it is meant for us to enjoy our lives. Yes, there will be some challenges, but we can get through the challenges when we have the tools and a support system to help us along our path.

Emily Myers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I believe that therapy can be the key to unlocking your higher self, regardless of your place in
life
. Human beings have incredible capabilities and strengths but that can be difficult to discover on your own whilst facing
life
’s many challenges. I work with clients who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, obsessive/compulsive behaviors, addiction, interpersonal/relationship issues, trauma and more. I use an IFS-informed, eclectic approach to therapy with a focus on the therapeutic relationship and your relationship with your parts so that we can focus on who you are and what you need in an intuitive and compassionate manner.

RelationshipStore Counseling & Coaching Center
Verified
Verified
Individual counseling and
coaching
includes personal growth, anger management, anxiety & depression coping, and overcoming addictive behaviors.
We offer online counseling sessions with or without video or even in chat format! Our mission is to provide compassionate, and result-oriented guidance in creating positive
life
change. Whether you need to heal trauma, overcome depression, calm anxiety, or improve communication in your relationship, RelationshipStore supports and guides you on your path. We are an experienced team of Licensed Masters level Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and coaches assisting with all areas of your
life
.

Stone Catchers Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Although there are times when we feel broken, hopeless, and unsure of the future, there is hope. Stone Catchers Counseling will help you take the first step to finding meaningful change. We are not defined by our worst moment, or even by a series of hard times. Regardless of how long you have been struggling, Stone Catchers Counseling can help. Your recovery can mean atonement and redemption; but, mostly freedom. Freedom to feel joy again, to live the
life
you want. We tailor an exclusive approach for every client based on individual needs. We honor and respect the uniqueness of each person we treat.

Dr. Eleni Malamis
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. I provide warm and caring support to those struggling with
life
's challenges. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression, anxiety, substance abuse,
life
transitions, low self-esteem, communication, and relationship concerns.

Ellie Mental Health- Chicagoland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Life
is hard, so getting help shouldn't be!.
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.

Petia Detchevska
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I believe that examining the patterns of your
life
can help you understand how you have arrived in your present circumstances.
Are you feeling stuck in your
life
and repeating the same patterns? Do you feel insecure or find yourself questioning your worth? Do you feel emotionally off balance, whether that’s anxious, lonely, angry, depressed, or a combination of these? Do you just want to get to know yourself better? You want to feel self-confident, content, and fulfilled. You want to feel better, and you want to make changes.
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Konstandinos (Kosta) Papazoglou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Kosta graduated from Roosevelt University with a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is working towards his LPC. Kosta has experience working with adolescents, adults, and the elderly, treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, personality disorders and psychosis using cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, along with narrative approach. Kosta develops therapeutic relationships based on trust and non-judgment, developing holistic and non-blaming solutions to problems with clients as the authority in their
life
.

Gale C Vance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
I consider both of us travelers on the road of
life
and I have skills that can help you with this part of your journey.
I welcome you to my practice site.
If you are here at this site I make the assumption that you are secure enough to know that you deserve to feel better and have good relationships.
With a comfortable match up of therapist and client, both of us work towards understanding the challenges you face, getting some clarity about what can be changed, and learning how to take action. Getting comfortable involves feeling listened to and understood by me and developing trust that I will be knowledgeable about your subject and I will be supportive and non judgmental in this therapeutic relationship.

Consulting Psychological Services, PC
Psychologist, PhD, CADC, NLP
Verified
Verified
Certified Neuro-Linguistic programmer-NLP, author 5 books (Motifs of
Life
Altering Experiences): emphasis on your unique
life
-transforming events/experiences which serves as a basis to help you attend to the quality of how you are dealing with stress, relationships, conflicted emotions to develop your Self Functioning in more effective, satisfying ways.
Valuing client uniqueness means utilizing advanced, empathic interventions for self-acceptance in working through anxiety, panic, depression, trauma and attaining emotional regulation. Rebalancing distorted beliefs assist clients' relief of anger, guilt, shame, self-sabotage. Differentiation & specifically designed working-through processes reflect maximizing unique client traits! Each client is identified as unique in their needs with subjective emotional experiences and cognitive structures requiring specific, individualized treatment plans and strategic interventions. These are tailored to facilitate optimum therapeutic progress.

Maria L. Oswald
Counselor, MS, LPC, C-DBT, Spanish
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My approach is person-centered, empathic, and supportive in order to cultivate a
life
of freedom, fervor, and fulfillment.
Feeling stuck in a web of stress, frustration, anxiety, hurt, depression, and loneliness can be difficult and unsettling. Like a gas gauge, it is important to identify what empties us and what fuels us. With understanding, knowledge, and humor, I assist my clients in identifying what empties them, such as stresses, worries, roadblocks, and other means of "stuck-ness." We also explore what fuels us and fills us, such as change, self-care, acceptance, balance, empowerment, and new beginnings.

Monarch Wellness LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Often, there are mental health complications that arise during major
life
transitions such as relationship and career changes, marriage, divorce, pregnancy and birth. I enjoy working with people during these difficult and stressful periods. I believe in creating a safe and comfortable space for clients as they confront challenges in
life
. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois and earned a Master's degree in Social Work at the University of Chicago. I have worked in a variety of mental health organizations and have completed advanced certification and training in perinatal mood disorders.

R&B Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Our core offerings include traditional private mental health counseling along with
life coaching
services such as resume help and job search assistance.
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.

Sophia Sayani
Counselor, NCC, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Often we have barriers in our
life
that get in the way of us embracing the
life
we want to live. We may feel stuck or held down by
life
transitions and circumstances that we are uncertain on how to approach it. Together, we will work on exploring your barriers, challenges, and personal goals to find clarity. As a therapist, I provide a safe and therapeutic environment for you to heal, recover, and process your inner thoughts and feelings, develop coping skills, and build towards a meaningful
life
that you want to live.

Kristina Francia
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
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
.

Dale Faber
Psychologist, PhD, M-Div
Verified
Verified
I help people discover the
life
each would like to live and how to create it.
I treat a broad range of issues among children through adults. I believe it is important to match a treatment approach with each individual's goals, personality, learning style, available supports, and core values. I also have a broad-based understanding of spirituality and contemplative approaches and am comfortable with integrating this into treatment when clients would like and as appropriate.
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Life Coaching Therapists
What can I expect from life coaching?
Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.
Can a life coach help treat anxiety?
Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.
Can life coaching be done online?
Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.
How long does life coaching last?
Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.