Therapists in Evanston, IL

Do you feel overwhelmed, worried or stuck? Do you feel paralyzed by fear? Does your life have no meaning? I am here to guide you and help you learn how to manage your anxiety, tolerate uncertainty, overcome fears, and become brave and motivated in order to establish a strong sense of self and live a more fulfilling life. I strive to create a safe, empathetic and collaborative environment, so that my clients feel heard, valued and understood. I use a holistic approach, encouragement and humor during my sessions and my treatment plans are individualized for each client in order to provide the most effective, evidence-based treatment.

In therapy, you will have a private place to examine what troubles you, and you won't have to do it alone. I can help you explore your difficulties, come to understand yourself more fully and make changes in your daily life and relationships if that is what is needed. Many of the people I see in therapy are struggling with depression, anxiety, communication problems, loneliness, grief, and life transitions. I have seen individual adults and teens, couples and families move from feeling blocked, frustrated, depleted to a place of some resolution - finding adaptive solutions or greater sense of peace.

My approach derives from psychodynamic, family systems, relational and cognitive schools of psychotherapy. I want to help my clients achieve greater clarity about their circumstances, choices, relationships, and ultimately, themselves. I am highly engaged and attuned, warm, enthusiastic and personable. I find that when clients feel seen, deeply understood, and accepted, their internal compasses become more finely tuned, enabling them to make life choices that better align with their values and personal nature. These changes become vehicles for developing new ways of thinking, feeling, and relating to others.

Life can be stressful. We are constantly bombarded with news, both good and bad: requests from family and friends, work deadlines, and living with the unknown. Taking time to talk through our worries, fears, and learn more about ourselves can be endlessly rewarding. How do we learn to have boundaries? How do we learn that self-compassion does not mean selfish? How do we learn to start recognizing patterns and making positive change in our lives? How do we build connection? Therapy can help us achieve these goals while processing our fears, traumas, and doubts, as well as cheering on our accomplishments, no matter their size.

Are you tired of feeling anxious and depressed? Do you have intrusive and/or brooding thoughts that may be connected to an old memory or issue that is hard to quiet? Are you tired of feeling miserable and would like to learn tangible and useful techniques that will help take the edge and, in some instances, eliminate these thoughts and feelings? If you are ready to make that change, are open minded to learning non-traditional therapeutic methods, then please reach out to me and we’ll get started! As of now, I am taking new clients with convenient Saturday and Sunday hours. I am providing teletherapy / Skype services.

I believe change and growth occur through a collaborative, supportive therapeutic relationship. The therapeutic alliance can be a catalyst for increased self-awareness, gained insight, and positive change. In a safe and non-judgmental environment, we will work together to address and process unresolved issues, as well as learn healthier, more effective ways to cope. I strive to assist clients with learning effective tools to achieve their identified goals, as well as find meaningful change, self-understanding, and acceptance. My areas of specialty are Eating Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues, and Anxiety Management

You’ve been carrying the anxiety and pain for far too long. No one really knows what it's like to be you. It feels utterly lonely. But you are at the point, where you want to find hope again and see if there is a chance that it doesn’t have to be this way. You are navigating relationships with your intimate partner and friends, and experiencing difficult lonely feelings about your life, family, health, and career. Whether you have a relationship or are starting a new one, planning a family or maintaining one, struggling at college, battling chronic pain or IBS, or moving into the empty nest syndrome, there is so much to worry about.

Jenna Sheftel is a licensed clinical psychologist and the clinical director at the National Anxiety Institute, Ltd. She is an expert in the treatment of anxiety and related disorders. Her practice is focused on providing effective and long-lasting treatment using the latest Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions. Each course of therapy is tailored to the individual patient. She has an empathetic, collaborative style to create an environment of hope and possibility. Dr. Sheftel works with adolescents and adults. A unique component of her practice is her ability to treat individuals across the US.

None of us has to have it all figured out all of the time. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength. Maybe you’re living a smaller life than you would like, stopping yourself short of taking risks because of fears or certain beliefs about yourself. Maybe you’re finding yourself in the same unhealthy patterns despite trying over and over again to carve a new path. Maybe you’re grappling with a change in your life and having a hard time finding your footing. I provide a warm, safe space where these painful patterns and struggles can be explored with fresh eyes, to both better understand them and work toward a sense of traction.

As you scroll through all these listings you know you’re looking for something—and it probably isn’t just someone to help you sort things out or someone who practices a certain way or works with a particular kind of person—there’s definitely something else. But what is this elusive “something”? I’m convinced it’s a feeling of connection or rather the potential for connecting, finding a fit in other words, or as the academics term it, rapport. Which interestingly is by all accounts the single best predictor for success in therapy: how well people relate to their therapists.

Are you worried that a painful experience is negatively influencing the way you live or how you connect with others? Do you have trouble relaxing? Do you look just fine on the outside and struggle on the inside. Do you keep wondering why you need help, when you’re so self sufficient in other areas. Are you returning to therapy, after a break and see other areas that you want to address? Are you exhausted? Is the traumatic impact of racism creating a different level of anxiety, anger and overwhelmed? We can help you pause, breathe & create a plan to live in the ways you’ve been wanting to. You’re closer than you think!

Seeking out therapy can be challenging and takes courage. My goal is to cultivate a meaningful relationship with my clients in an affirming and welcoming therapeutic environment. I primarily work with adults and teens. My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity issues, parenting concerns, women’s issues, infertility, relationship issues, and maternal mental health. I am a volunteer with The Trevor Project and have completed advanced training through Postpartum Support International to offer support to women experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.

Life can be difficult and messy at times. It can feel like we are up against insurmountable barriers. You and I will work together to understand how learning to cultivate awareness and tenderness in your life can guide you to a path of growth, healing, and exploration. Through our time together, we will focus on moving toward what really matters to you in life and understand how to spend less time feeling stuck or adrift. There are many ways of doing psychotherapy but we will come together to tailor an approach to improve your quality of life for you that emphasizes ways to manage the ups and downs with greater ease.

As a senior hospital-trained psychologist, I enjoy providing insight-oriented care to individuals and families who are curious about how they contribute to their own difficulties in living. I also enjoy consulting on psycholegal matters and mentoring colleagues. I work with many successful people who are struggling in a particular area such as work or marriage. I enjoy working with people to find more meaning in their careers. I also have a subspecialization in addictions. I also use my behavior change expertise to address our addiction to oil and the preservation of our planet for future generations.

My clients include adults of all ages. I am warm, skilled therapist with knowledge and experience with a broad range of issues. I have expertise in working with people who are anxious, depressed, or who have experienced trauma or loss. I facilitate groups called "Honoring Our Lost Mothers and Others: Connecting and Reconnecting" and Honoring Our Departed Animal Companions for people who have experienced a significant loss. The participants use art materials to honor and express their loss. No art experience is necessary.

The reality of our world is that it's stressful and demanding, and we can often feel like we're never "doing enough" or being the best version ourselves. These feelings can exacerbate exisiting mental health struggles, or open our eyes to the fact that we need more support to manage what life has given us. Whether you've been around the therapy block many times before, or are just taking that first brave leap into therapy, my hope is that I can be a source of not only clinical support, but also be an authentic source of compassion and validation.

I enjoy working with individuals across the lifespan -- children starting at age 2, tweens, adolescents, college students, young adults and adults. My specialties include anxiety, OCD, parenting, ADHD, tics, binge eating, and weight management. To achieve your goals, I offer evidence-based therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Exposure Plus Response Prevention (EXRP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

As a therapist, I work collaboratively with clients to treat and manage their mental health issues. Due to the nature of our practice, I work with a wide range of clients negotiating unique life challenges. I provide individual psychotherapy, family therapy, psychological assessments, and evaluations for schools. Clients that seek treatment are generally managing symptoms from depression, anxiety, trauma, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or stress related issues.

Whether for yourself or your child, psychotherapy is an opportunity for you to gain insight, find and hold onto hope, and make lasting change. Rooted in the belief that connection is the agent of change, I consider the therapeutic relationship a partnership, where we can explore and understand the difficulties that are getting in the way of your goals. I help my clients gain a greater sense of control over their lives, and experience a fuller sense of themselves and their capacities. My focus is on understanding how early relationships affect the quality of a person's current life and their abilities to express their authentic self.