Anger Management Therapists in Elmhurst, IL

Lori Marek-McKillop
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Additional certificates: mental health emergency first responder, anger management specialist, parenting specialist, bullying, critical incidence and stress management training..
I am a Mental Health Therapist in private practice. My years of experience include work in a group home setting with children with special needs, a behavioral health setting with adults and seniors with chronic mental illness, an alternative school setting with at risks students from 6th grade to seniors in high school and a social service agency. I have extensive experience treating symptoms of anxiety and depression. I also have experience with grief, caregiving support for those who are sick and surviving your troubled teen.
Additional certificates: mental health emergency first responder, anger management specialist, parenting specialist, bullying, critical incidence and stress management training..
I am a Mental Health Therapist in private practice. My years of experience include work in a group home setting with children with special needs, a behavioral health setting with adults and seniors with chronic mental illness, an alternative school setting with at risks students from 6th grade to seniors in high school and a social service agency. I have extensive experience treating symptoms of anxiety and depression. I also have experience with grief, caregiving support for those who are sick and surviving your troubled teen.
(708) 315-2513 View (708) 315-2513
Robert Emer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Serves Area
Anxiety, depression, anger management issues, substance abuse, or personal life changes are all very real problems.
I strongly believe in the process of the therapeutic experience and have witnessed clients feel better, meet their goals, and experience real personal growth, Please feel free to contact me by phone or visit my website for a consultation.
Anxiety, depression, anger management issues, substance abuse, or personal life changes are all very real problems.
I strongly believe in the process of the therapeutic experience and have witnessed clients feel better, meet their goals, and experience real personal growth, Please feel free to contact me by phone or visit my website for a consultation.
(630) 491-6202 View (630) 491-6202
Michelle Guevara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
My ideal client is someone who is open to change and comfortable with being challenged. I will first and foremost utilize an anti-oppressive, non-judgmental and person-centered approach, understanding that affirmation of a client's identity is critical to helping that individual live a more authentic life.
My ideal client is someone who is open to change and comfortable with being challenged. I will first and foremost utilize an anti-oppressive, non-judgmental and person-centered approach, understanding that affirmation of a client's identity is critical to helping that individual live a more authentic life.
(630) 626-8633 View (630) 626-8633
Andy Young
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, CPAIP
4 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
I help struggling couples, frustrated parents, disillusioned teens, and others resolve a wide variety of issues including substance abuse, marriage issues, infidelity, child/adolescent behavioral problems, and more. One thing I value as a counselor is having the privilege to witness and take part in the potential for recovery and healing that can occur, even in the midst of great strife or despair.
I help struggling couples, frustrated parents, disillusioned teens, and others resolve a wide variety of issues including substance abuse, marriage issues, infidelity, child/adolescent behavioral problems, and more. One thing I value as a counselor is having the privilege to witness and take part in the potential for recovery and healing that can occur, even in the midst of great strife or despair.
(630) 478-0488 View (630) 478-0488
Tahjae Handy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Elmhurst, IL 60126
As a Provisionally Licensed Therapist, LPC, my focus is to help individuals break free from the cycles of anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and emotional distress that can make daily life feel overwhelming. I work with clients experiencing depression, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress (PTSD), and social anxiety disorder. I am passionate about helping people better understand their thoughts and emotions while developing practical strategies that support lasting change and improved well-being.
As a Provisionally Licensed Therapist, LPC, my focus is to help individuals break free from the cycles of anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and emotional distress that can make daily life feel overwhelming. I work with clients experiencing depression, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress (PTSD), and social anxiety disorder. I am passionate about helping people better understand their thoughts and emotions while developing practical strategies that support lasting change and improved well-being.
(331) 296-2655 View (331) 296-2655
Anne Benson-Wleklinski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
My therapeutic style is rooted in mutual respect, compassion, understanding and humor. We address thoughts, emotions, and patterns to promote meaningful growth in a judgment free, supportive space. I hope to help clients foster independence, learn new things so they can live up to their highest potential and feel empowered.
My therapeutic style is rooted in mutual respect, compassion, understanding and humor. We address thoughts, emotions, and patterns to promote meaningful growth in a judgment free, supportive space. I hope to help clients foster independence, learn new things so they can live up to their highest potential and feel empowered.
(630) 230-8521 View (630) 230-8521
Olivia Farina
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Elmhurst, IL 60126
As a Provisionally Licensed Therapist, LPC, my focus is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where adolescents and adults feel empowered to heal, grow, and navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in supporting individuals experiencing Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), depression, eating disorders, women’s issues, and complex emotional and behavioral concerns. I also work with clients navigating substance use, self-harm, suicidal ideation, psychosis, LGBTQ+ concerns, and diverse relationship dynamics, including kink and polyamorous relationships
As a Provisionally Licensed Therapist, LPC, my focus is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where adolescents and adults feel empowered to heal, grow, and navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in supporting individuals experiencing Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), depression, eating disorders, women’s issues, and complex emotional and behavioral concerns. I also work with clients navigating substance use, self-harm, suicidal ideation, psychosis, LGBTQ+ concerns, and diverse relationship dynamics, including kink and polyamorous relationships
(630) 517-3336 View (630) 517-3336
Georgia D Andrianopoulos
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
How do you choose the right therapist? You want change, a smooth running productive life, but your usual patterns aren't working. The "right" mix between you and your therapist, is the most important predictor of successful results, but how do you find the "one" ideally suited for you? my 25 yrs have taught me to build the "ideal" therapy alliance for your unique issues. As college professor, author of "retrain your brain reshape your body", and physiologic psychologist I bring integrative approaches, incorporating physical factors, diet, stress, coping strategies, current life challenges and interpersonal relationships to help you thrive!.
How do you choose the right therapist? You want change, a smooth running productive life, but your usual patterns aren't working. The "right" mix between you and your therapist, is the most important predictor of successful results, but how do you find the "one" ideally suited for you? my 25 yrs have taught me to build the "ideal" therapy alliance for your unique issues. As college professor, author of "retrain your brain reshape your body", and physiologic psychologist I bring integrative approaches, incorporating physical factors, diet, stress, coping strategies, current life challenges and interpersonal relationships to help you thrive!.
(630) 388-8408 View (630) 388-8408
New Prairie Counseling Center
Counselor
1 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
We are a strength-based, solution-focused therapy center with over 15 years in the Elmhurst community. We help families, couples, and individuals resolve a wide variety of behavioral and mental health issues. Our treatment philosophy adheres to the idea that therapy can often be brief when focused on solutions and strengths. Each of our licensed therapists has over 20 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and children.
We are a strength-based, solution-focused therapy center with over 15 years in the Elmhurst community. We help families, couples, and individuals resolve a wide variety of behavioral and mental health issues. Our treatment philosophy adheres to the idea that therapy can often be brief when focused on solutions and strengths. Each of our licensed therapists has over 20 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and children.
(630) 478-0488 View (630) 478-0488
Caitlin Crissey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Pursuing therapy is a brave choice. Prioritizing vulnerability over ego, recovery over shame. Recognizing the benefit of a non judgmental, therapeutic relationship is a great place to start.
Pursuing therapy is a brave choice. Prioritizing vulnerability over ego, recovery over shame. Recognizing the benefit of a non judgmental, therapeutic relationship is a great place to start.
(708) 277-6943 View (708) 277-6943
Christine Vinci
Counselor, LCPC, CCTP, CYMHS, NCC
Elmhurst, IL 60126
My focus is on supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, neurodiversity, trauma, perinatal mental health, and life transitions. I also provide counseling for fellow therapists and value the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful growth and healing. My approach is trauma-informed, client-centered, and grounded in creating a safe, supportive space where individuals feel seen, heard, and respected.
My focus is on supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, neurodiversity, trauma, perinatal mental health, and life transitions. I also provide counseling for fellow therapists and value the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful growth and healing. My approach is trauma-informed, client-centered, and grounded in creating a safe, supportive space where individuals feel seen, heard, and respected.
(331) 255-3642 View (331) 255-3642
Dr. William C. Corrado Psy.D
Psychologist, PsyD
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Dr. Corrado is a seasoned, licensed doctor of clinical psychology. A practitioner for a combined twenty-two years in California and Illinois, he empowers and guides individuals, couples and families burdened with broken hearts, anxiety and trauma. He works with high-profile entertainers in the film and music industries as well as corporate executives and creatively-gifted individuals. A skilled diagnostician and empath, Dr. Will identifies and clarifies the crux of challenges his clients encounter as they navigate through life, relationships, catastrophic loss and careers. Dr. Corrado is informed by the contemplative practices of the Christian, Judaic and Buddhist traditions.
Dr. Corrado is a seasoned, licensed doctor of clinical psychology. A practitioner for a combined twenty-two years in California and Illinois, he empowers and guides individuals, couples and families burdened with broken hearts, anxiety and trauma. He works with high-profile entertainers in the film and music industries as well as corporate executives and creatively-gifted individuals. A skilled diagnostician and empath, Dr. Will identifies and clarifies the crux of challenges his clients encounter as they navigate through life, relationships, catastrophic loss and careers. Dr. Corrado is informed by the contemplative practices of the Christian, Judaic and Buddhist traditions.
(310) 695-1885 View (310) 695-1885
Tony Brower
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Finding a therapist that works for you can be difficult; there's a lot of us out there. When I think about finding a therapist, I think about finding someone you could connect with and someone who values the relationship more than just giving coping skills that you could Google yourself. The purpose of therapy is to understand oneself in order to find change, and to be given the opportunity to serve as a mirror is an honor.
Finding a therapist that works for you can be difficult; there's a lot of us out there. When I think about finding a therapist, I think about finding someone you could connect with and someone who values the relationship more than just giving coping skills that you could Google yourself. The purpose of therapy is to understand oneself in order to find change, and to be given the opportunity to serve as a mirror is an honor.
(331) 373-2466 View (331) 373-2466
Lisset Jimenez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Elmhurst, IL 60126
As a Provisionally Licensed Therapist, LPC, my path to this work was shaped by my own healing journey and the profound impact of compassionate, affirming care. As a queer Latina woman, I understand how identity and lived experience shape our mental health. I’m deeply committed to creating a supportive space where clients can explore with curiosity and compassion, especially my LGBTQ+ and BIPOC clients.
As a Provisionally Licensed Therapist, LPC, my path to this work was shaped by my own healing journey and the profound impact of compassionate, affirming care. As a queer Latina woman, I understand how identity and lived experience shape our mental health. I’m deeply committed to creating a supportive space where clients can explore with curiosity and compassion, especially my LGBTQ+ and BIPOC clients.
(331) 253-0358 View (331) 253-0358
Samantha Dunne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Elmhurst, IL 60126
My specialties include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, procrastination/motivation, & relationship issues.
My counseling style is warm, supportive & non-judgmental. My goal is to create an environment that fosters progressive & positive change to occur. I guarantee a safe and comfortable space with a compassionate ear for my clients to share their personal and often times difficult life stories. I tailor our sessions to meet each client's unique & specific needs.
My specialties include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, procrastination/motivation, & relationship issues.
My counseling style is warm, supportive & non-judgmental. My goal is to create an environment that fosters progressive & positive change to occur. I guarantee a safe and comfortable space with a compassionate ear for my clients to share their personal and often times difficult life stories. I tailor our sessions to meet each client's unique & specific needs.
(630) 506-3906 View (630) 506-3906
Melanie Johnsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PEL
Elmhurst, IL 60126
I have experience serving clients who experience: anxiety, depression, anger and stress management, grief and loss, peer pressure, and self-esteem.
Life is full of challenges. It can be helpful to talk with someone about those challenges who is unbiased and a great listener. Knowing yourself takes time, and it is worth your time to do so. I have been listening and helping others for 14 years. I graduated from Purdue University with an Interpersonal Communications degree and then from Indiana University with my Masters in Social Work. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in Indiana and Illinois with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
I have experience serving clients who experience: anxiety, depression, anger and stress management, grief and loss, peer pressure, and self-esteem.
Life is full of challenges. It can be helpful to talk with someone about those challenges who is unbiased and a great listener. Knowing yourself takes time, and it is worth your time to do so. I have been listening and helping others for 14 years. I graduated from Purdue University with an Interpersonal Communications degree and then from Indiana University with my Masters in Social Work. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in Indiana and Illinois with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
(708) 809-3258 x1 View (708) 809-3258 x1
Dr. Eleni Malamis
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Elmhurst, IL 60126
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.
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.
(630) 506-3906 View (630) 506-3906
Detrall Dearbone
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, LSOTP, CADC, EMDR
Elmhurst, IL 60126
My experience and educational background are directly related and have provided me with a well-rounded background in Therapy. I am a Military veteran with 30 plus years of experience working with patients in psychiatric hospitals, state mental health facilities, Illinois Department of Corrections, and in private practice. I am currently licensed to practice in Illinois, Kansas and Georgia. I also provide Tele-health service to Military members overseas (OCONUS).
My experience and educational background are directly related and have provided me with a well-rounded background in Therapy. I am a Military veteran with 30 plus years of experience working with patients in psychiatric hospitals, state mental health facilities, Illinois Department of Corrections, and in private practice. I am currently licensed to practice in Illinois, Kansas and Georgia. I also provide Tele-health service to Military members overseas (OCONUS).
(708) 462-6361 View (708) 462-6361
Brooke Madera
Counselor, MS, LCPC, CADC
2 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
I love to work with passionate people, whether it manifests in anger or intensity, and help to redirect that energy into positive motivation.
I have a versatile theoretical background with experience with the military, as well as those struggling with trauma, domestic violence, parental coaching, anger, anxiety, dual diagnoses, and stress management. Using skills based therapies and mindfulness approaches, my goal is to empower every person to find their own best path.
I love to work with passionate people, whether it manifests in anger or intensity, and help to redirect that energy into positive motivation.
I have a versatile theoretical background with experience with the military, as well as those struggling with trauma, domestic violence, parental coaching, anger, anxiety, dual diagnoses, and stress management. Using skills based therapies and mindfulness approaches, my goal is to empower every person to find their own best path.
(312) 586-9375 View (312) 586-9375
Susanne Logsdon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Elmhurst, IL 60126
As a Provisionally Licensed Therapist, LPC, my focus is to create a supportive, collaborative space where clients can process challenges, build resilience, and embrace their full identities. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and work-related stress. Guided by empathy and respect, I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and that healing begins with safety, authenticity, and the courage to be vulnerable.
As a Provisionally Licensed Therapist, LPC, my focus is to create a supportive, collaborative space where clients can process challenges, build resilience, and embrace their full identities. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and work-related stress. Guided by empathy and respect, I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and that healing begins with safety, authenticity, and the courage to be vulnerable.
(331) 267-4388 View (331) 267-4388

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Anger Management Therapists
How long does therapy take for anger management?
Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.

How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?
Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.

Is there medication for anger management?
Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.