Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Elmhurst, IL
Tiffany believes everybody can benefit from working with a therapist. Every client is unique and deserves an individualized approach to help live their authentic life. Her approach is authentic, warm, energetic, and positive. Her mental health work experience includes working in Community Mental Health for individual and group counseling, running groups for self-esteem, and substance addictions, as well as private group practice. Clients have noticed an increase in self-awareness, self-reflection, and how to use the awareness to their advantage.
Tiffany believes everybody can benefit from working with a therapist. Every client is unique and deserves an individualized approach to help live their authentic life. Her approach is authentic, warm, energetic, and positive. Her mental health work experience includes working in Community Mental Health for individual and group counseling, running groups for self-esteem, and substance addictions, as well as private group practice. Clients have noticed an increase in self-awareness, self-reflection, and how to use the awareness to their advantage.
Sara Mueller, LCPC, is a compassionate, relaxed therapist that educates clients while they learn, grow, and heal. She believes seeking therapy is a sign of strength and strives to bring creative approaches to the treatment process. In therapy, Sara helps clients of all ages struggling from depression, ADHD, parenting, grief, self-esteem, trauma, and more. She’s also especially skilled at treating: Anxiety in Children, Adolescents, and Teens: Excessive worry can get in the way of your child’s education, friendships, and activities.Sara uses skills and approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy( CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (D
Sara Mueller, LCPC, is a compassionate, relaxed therapist that educates clients while they learn, grow, and heal. She believes seeking therapy is a sign of strength and strives to bring creative approaches to the treatment process. In therapy, Sara helps clients of all ages struggling from depression, ADHD, parenting, grief, self-esteem, trauma, and more. She’s also especially skilled at treating: Anxiety in Children, Adolescents, and Teens: Excessive worry can get in the way of your child’s education, friendships, and activities.Sara uses skills and approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy( CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (D
Suzanne Grey, LCSW, adapts to the needs of her clients through open conversations about therapy goals and collaboration on an ideal treatment plan. Her mission is to help build a sense of empowerment and resilience within her clients and give them tools to help ‘ride out the wave’ of intense emotional instability as it occurs. Suzanne’s experience being on the opposite end of the therapeutic relationship helps her know how daunting and challenging it can be to confront trauma and pain. She inspires clients to interpret challenges as opportunities for personal growth and to make meaning from their life experiences.
Suzanne Grey, LCSW, adapts to the needs of her clients through open conversations about therapy goals and collaboration on an ideal treatment plan. Her mission is to help build a sense of empowerment and resilience within her clients and give them tools to help ‘ride out the wave’ of intense emotional instability as it occurs. Suzanne’s experience being on the opposite end of the therapeutic relationship helps her know how daunting and challenging it can be to confront trauma and pain. She inspires clients to interpret challenges as opportunities for personal growth and to make meaning from their life experiences.
Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, especially during times of change. I’m a dedicated therapist with a passion for supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and identity exploration. Whether you’re a mother navigating the demands of parenthood, a young adult facing life transitions, or someone seeking clarity in your sense of self, I’m here to provide a space for healing and growth.
Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, especially during times of change. I’m a dedicated therapist with a passion for supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and identity exploration. Whether you’re a mother navigating the demands of parenthood, a young adult facing life transitions, or someone seeking clarity in your sense of self, I’m here to provide a space for healing and growth.
Sharon Stengel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. As a mental health professional, Sharon can offer clients a unique combination of empathy, expertise, and personalized treatment plans to meet each of their specific needs. Sharon’s ability to listen actively and provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to openly express their thoughts and emotions makes her a valuable resource for individuals seeking mental health. In her spare time, Sharon enjoys spending time outside with her dog, cooking, and reading.
Sharon Stengel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. As a mental health professional, Sharon can offer clients a unique combination of empathy, expertise, and personalized treatment plans to meet each of their specific needs. Sharon’s ability to listen actively and provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to openly express their thoughts and emotions makes her a valuable resource for individuals seeking mental health. In her spare time, Sharon enjoys spending time outside with her dog, cooking, and reading.
Erica Bell, provides a welcoming environment where clients feel safe to open up in a non-judgmental space. She empowers her clients to be an active part of the therapeutic process and works with them to achieve their goals and create a life balance. Erica received a BA from DePaul University and an MA from Northern Illinois University. She has provided counseling in crisis situations as well as community, private practice, and residential settings.Erica Bell, provides a welcoming environment where clients feel safe to open up in a non-judgmental space. She empowers her clients to be an active part of the therapeutic process and work
Erica Bell, provides a welcoming environment where clients feel safe to open up in a non-judgmental space. She empowers her clients to be an active part of the therapeutic process and works with them to achieve their goals and create a life balance. Erica received a BA from DePaul University and an MA from Northern Illinois University. She has provided counseling in crisis situations as well as community, private practice, and residential settings.Erica Bell, provides a welcoming environment where clients feel safe to open up in a non-judgmental space. She empowers her clients to be an active part of the therapeutic process and work
I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I specialize in working with teens & young adults. My specialties include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, procrastination/motivation, & relationship issues. I also have a great deal of experience working with individuals who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. I use various strategies such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Direct Feedback, Trauma Informed Care, Exposure Therapy, Skills Based Approach, Stages of Change, & Motivational Interviewing.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I specialize in working with teens & young adults. My specialties include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, procrastination/motivation, & relationship issues. I also have a great deal of experience working with individuals who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. I use various strategies such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Direct Feedback, Trauma Informed Care, Exposure Therapy, Skills Based Approach, Stages of Change, & Motivational Interviewing.
All families deserve to enjoy each other during formative stages of their lives, and experience the joys that come with them. Parenting is such a uniquely challenging job and parents have so many voices and information about what is "right" or "wrong" to do, and it can be extremely overwhelming. There are too many possible directions to go with no roadmap.
All families deserve to enjoy each other during formative stages of their lives, and experience the joys that come with them. Parenting is such a uniquely challenging job and parents have so many voices and information about what is "right" or "wrong" to do, and it can be extremely overwhelming. There are too many possible directions to go with no roadmap.
Dave Klemm is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2016. Dave has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. He utilizes a wide variety of techniques including IFS (Internal Family Systems), existential, DBT, and trauma informed care. Dave offers a judgment-free, open, and welcoming experience as a therapist. Outside of work, Dave enjoys video games, spending time in nature, watching many genres of movies, listening to music, finding exciting places to explore, and reading.
Dave Klemm is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2016. Dave has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. He utilizes a wide variety of techniques including IFS (Internal Family Systems), existential, DBT, and trauma informed care. Dave offers a judgment-free, open, and welcoming experience as a therapist. Outside of work, Dave enjoys video games, spending time in nature, watching many genres of movies, listening to music, finding exciting places to explore, and reading.
Exploring one’s mental health is important and fundamental to living a balanced life. I believe in creating a compassionate and trusting environment for my clients to share their thoughts, which will in turn promote a safe space for exploring life’s challenges. I find that developing a strong rapport with my clients will help guide them to discover their own distinct coping skills. I am passionate about helping clients with their personal growth in order for them to feel fulfilled in their daily lives. My counseling approach utilizes an integrative array of therapeutic techniques to fit each individual’s unique needs.Exploring one’s
Exploring one’s mental health is important and fundamental to living a balanced life. I believe in creating a compassionate and trusting environment for my clients to share their thoughts, which will in turn promote a safe space for exploring life’s challenges. I find that developing a strong rapport with my clients will help guide them to discover their own distinct coping skills. I am passionate about helping clients with their personal growth in order for them to feel fulfilled in their daily lives. My counseling approach utilizes an integrative array of therapeutic techniques to fit each individual’s unique needs.Exploring one’s
I love working with clients who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and make real change in their lives. Many of the people I work with are juggling a lot—careers, relationships, parenting, burnout, big life transitions, or the pressure of trying to hold everything together. They are often self-aware and insightful, but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. They are not looking for surface-level advice or a quick fix—they want support that helps them feel more grounded, break old patterns, and build healthier ways of coping, communicating, and moving through life.
I love working with clients who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and make real change in their lives. Many of the people I work with are juggling a lot—careers, relationships, parenting, burnout, big life transitions, or the pressure of trying to hold everything together. They are often self-aware and insightful, but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. They are not looking for surface-level advice or a quick fix—they want support that helps them feel more grounded, break old patterns, and build healthier ways of coping, communicating, and moving through life.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Do you live in a constant state of anxiety? Are you experiencing feelings of depression that you have difficulty managing? I am experienced in helping people find solutions to manage their life in a more positive light. I believe that the connection the therapist makes with the client is vital. That connection allows the client to open up and express their concerns to the therapist, and together they can discover strategies for improvement. I help clients work on symptom reduction and help them achieve the goals they want in their lives by creating small, achievable steps.
Do you live in a constant state of anxiety? Are you experiencing feelings of depression that you have difficulty managing? I am experienced in helping people find solutions to manage their life in a more positive light. I believe that the connection the therapist makes with the client is vital. That connection allows the client to open up and express their concerns to the therapist, and together they can discover strategies for improvement. I help clients work on symptom reduction and help them achieve the goals they want in their lives by creating small, achievable steps.
I use a variety of different approaches, including ERP, CBT, ACT, Brainspotting, and mindfulness techniques.
You don’t have to go through this alone. A meaningful life is always full of challenges, and sometimes we need a trusted guide for a difficult leg of the journey. When you make the decision to try therapy, you deserve to feel safe, valued, and understood by your therapist. My approach is open and authentic. I believe in warmth, humor, and engaging as a human being, not just as a clinician. There's usually a lot of laughter coming out of my office!
I use a variety of different approaches, including ERP, CBT, ACT, Brainspotting, and mindfulness techniques.
You don’t have to go through this alone. A meaningful life is always full of challenges, and sometimes we need a trusted guide for a difficult leg of the journey. When you make the decision to try therapy, you deserve to feel safe, valued, and understood by your therapist. My approach is open and authentic. I believe in warmth, humor, and engaging as a human being, not just as a clinician. There's usually a lot of laughter coming out of my office!
Life brings many stressors, and we could all benefit from a safe and supportive place to sort out our feelings and process our concerns. In counseling, I aim to provide my clients with a warm and non-judgmental space to be truly heard so that they can feel free to communicate openly and authentically. I use a person-centered and collaborative approach, providing clients with the opportunity to identify and clarify their own goals, gifts, and qualities. I have experience with an array of clients from adolescents to adults, and focus on issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body image issues, and self-esteem.
Life brings many stressors, and we could all benefit from a safe and supportive place to sort out our feelings and process our concerns. In counseling, I aim to provide my clients with a warm and non-judgmental space to be truly heard so that they can feel free to communicate openly and authentically. I use a person-centered and collaborative approach, providing clients with the opportunity to identify and clarify their own goals, gifts, and qualities. I have experience with an array of clients from adolescents to adults, and focus on issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body image issues, and self-esteem.
We might ease OCD with ERP, strengthen your relationship with the Gottman Method, or process trauma through EMDR and IFS.
If you’re feeling stretched thin—trying to balance work, relationships, family, or big life changes while still holding it all together—you’re not alone. Anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or past hurts can leave you drained, on edge, and disconnected. Maybe it’s harder to focus, be present with people you love, or find joy in things you used to. These struggles can happen at any stage of life—including pregnancy, postpartum, or other major transitions—and they don’t have to define your future.
We might ease OCD with ERP, strengthen your relationship with the Gottman Method, or process trauma through EMDR and IFS.
If you’re feeling stretched thin—trying to balance work, relationships, family, or big life changes while still holding it all together—you’re not alone. Anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or past hurts can leave you drained, on edge, and disconnected. Maybe it’s harder to focus, be present with people you love, or find joy in things you used to. These struggles can happen at any stage of life—including pregnancy, postpartum, or other major transitions—and they don’t have to define your future.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by worry and fear, no matter what you do? Anxiety leaves us feeling trapped, disconnected, and insecure. You may be fed up with the anxious, intrusive thoughts, feeling out of control or like you’re going crazy. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to work on this. You’re ready to live without being consumed by worry and fear. Most of all, you’re ready to take control of your life.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by worry and fear, no matter what you do? Anxiety leaves us feeling trapped, disconnected, and insecure. You may be fed up with the anxious, intrusive thoughts, feeling out of control or like you’re going crazy. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to work on this. You’re ready to live without being consumed by worry and fear. Most of all, you’re ready to take control of your life.
I'm most impactful working with people experiencing heightened anxiety or depressed mood, relationship conflicts, parenting concerns, phase of life adjustments, life transitions including but not limited to perimenopause & menopause. I'm the right fit for a client seeking solutions & change. As a seasoned therapist, I have substaintial experience working with children, adolescents, couples, families and individual adults. Clients appreciate my solutions-focused, goal-oriented approach. I work to help clients achieve targeted goals and return to therapy as needed for wellness boosts and additional support.
I'm most impactful working with people experiencing heightened anxiety or depressed mood, relationship conflicts, parenting concerns, phase of life adjustments, life transitions including but not limited to perimenopause & menopause. I'm the right fit for a client seeking solutions & change. As a seasoned therapist, I have substaintial experience working with children, adolescents, couples, families and individual adults. Clients appreciate my solutions-focused, goal-oriented approach. I work to help clients achieve targeted goals and return to therapy as needed for wellness boosts and additional support.
Remember that Friends episode when Ross invited Rachel and Joey over for a joint date night so he could pretend he was fine with them dating? He tried to convince them and himself that he is indeed "Fine". How often do you find yourself saying this or doing something similar? That you're "ok" or that you need to just keep "pushing through". I mean, really, we’ve all been there. Lack of motivation resulting in falling behind at work or other important responsibilities: “I’m fine”. Short fuse because you’re overwhelmed: “I’m fine.”
Remember that Friends episode when Ross invited Rachel and Joey over for a joint date night so he could pretend he was fine with them dating? He tried to convince them and himself that he is indeed "Fine". How often do you find yourself saying this or doing something similar? That you're "ok" or that you need to just keep "pushing through". I mean, really, we’ve all been there. Lack of motivation resulting in falling behind at work or other important responsibilities: “I’m fine”. Short fuse because you’re overwhelmed: “I’m fine.”
Shannon A
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
You're not stuck because something is wrong with you. You're stuck because you're in the middle of something hard. Maybe you're navigating a career shift that feels scarier than it should. A relationship that's changing — or ending. A version of yourself you don't quite recognize anymore. You know what you should do, but you can't seem to trust yourself enough to do it. That's where I come in. I work with adults in life transitions — career changes, relationship shifts, identity questions — wrestling with the anxiety and self-doubt keeping them frozen.
You're not stuck because something is wrong with you. You're stuck because you're in the middle of something hard. Maybe you're navigating a career shift that feels scarier than it should. A relationship that's changing — or ending. A version of yourself you don't quite recognize anymore. You know what you should do, but you can't seem to trust yourself enough to do it. That's where I come in. I work with adults in life transitions — career changes, relationship shifts, identity questions — wrestling with the anxiety and self-doubt keeping them frozen.
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Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.