"Participation in mental health counseling is one of the greatest gifts a person can give himself or herself, at anytime, but especially during times of stress. The opportunity to meet with a therapist and explore troubling issues in a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgemental environment is an immediate stress reliever. The support and encouragement that I can provide will assist you with learning new strategies to cope with what is troubling you in your life."

"I am a relational therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families. I create a warm and accepting space for you to share your issues and help develop a vision of your desired outcome with a plan for how to achieve it. I help identify what's getting in the way of you having the life you want and provide support as you experiment with making changes as you are ready. I focus on behavioral changes first and move to insight and family of origin work as needed. Feel free to call me to discuss your needs (708) 808-3654."

"I believe it is a privilege to be involved in others lives during challenging times. In my approach, I guide people to discover their own influences that will magnify their strengths, meanwhile diminishing undesirable symptoms. We will focus on increasing self understanding, as it is an important tool in manufacturing peace throughout our unique and complex environments. My therapeutic design is to listen compassionately to the clues you deliver, in an effort to create solution focused interventions, while providing a nurturing environment that fosters open communication and personal growth."

"Dr. Charles E. Cairo, CCJS, CAC TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR LIFE - We use the word of G-d, prayer with therapy, along with CBT, EMDR, NLP. If you are struggling with anything affecting your life take your first step...No charge first phone assessment. The first face to face session ($85.-$150 sliding). I have been helping people some 40 years. OAK PARK, RIVER FOREST GREATER CHICAGO & COOK COUNTY - Effective with men, couples and families. {Prov. 13:10 - Jude 22:} PLEASE VISIT OUR WEB SITE www.fireescapecounseling.com"

"Over the years of working with people in intense times of pain, conflict, loss, and hopelessness, I have been shown that people possess the ability to heal when given the opportunity in a safe environment. Working with adults and adolescents in a variety of capacities, I have the perspective that through empowering relationships, people are better able to access growth, understanding, and positive change. Working from a strengths-based perspective, I believe that understanding existing strengths assists people with accessing change. In my work, I facilitate a collaborative process of identifying goals, working toward self-understanding, and ultimately actualizing changes that people desire."

"Is it difficult for you to achieve your goals because of depression, anxiety, panic, or fears? For almost 25 years, I have provided a comfortable and supportive atmosphere where results can be obtained quickly. Do you experience the overwhelming impact of chronic disease on you and your family? Do you or a loved one have physical or medical problems that just seem too stressful or confusing to manage? Many people seek my help with asthma, emphysema, diabetes, heart, and other chronic diseases and achieve better treatment results and a higher level of control in their lives."

"Hello! My name is Amy Deegan. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in young children. I graduated from University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana in 2011 with a BA in Psychology. I graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago in 2014 with my Masters in Social Work. I currently work as a school social worker and private practitioner. I enjoy working with children and adolescents in the areas of anxiety, depression, executive functioning, emotion regulation, and behavior management."

"A graduate of the University of Chicago and former professor of clinical social work, Dr. Marge Epstein has thirty years' experience helping adults, couples and adolescents improve their relationships with themselves and others-training other therapists to do the same.With empathy, insight and humor, I provide a space for clients to find the courage to change defeating patterns, to become less anxious or unhappy. Together, we will explore how your past experiences have shaped the person you are today, and explore ways to cultivate the strengths those experiences have given you to move forward in new directions."

"Life is filled with transitions, both good and painful, and it is our attention to those transitions that help us build joy and fulfillment in our lives. I believe that therapy is about a good match between the therapist and the person seeking assistance and that this partnership forms the basis for a real opportunity for self knowledge and growth. In our work together I provide a thoughtful, caring and safe space to attend to the life issues that are most in the forefront for you. With focused attention to those issues, surprising and hopeful things begin to occur."

"My primary interest as a psychologist lies in understanding the factors that will allow you to take better care of yourself and to enjoy positive and constructive relationships. My deeply respectful approach to psychotherapy will allow you to make good choices and feel good about them. This kind of therapy allows you to achieve more successful and enjoyable relationships with partners, friends, and professional contacts. I specialize in adult and adolescent psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, and issues of spirituality and social and cultural identity. I approach each therapy relationship individually, customizing the treatment to meet your specific needs."

"Whether you're experiencing an overwhelming life challenge or a smaller stumbling block, I believe a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship can provide the foundation for moving towards a greater sense of well-being. I use a collaborative approach to first help identify your goals, then tailor our work together to build on your strengths and meet your own unique needs. My clients include individuals, couples and families who are looking for an affirming setting to develop insight, build skills for managing stress, and explore new ways of being. I offer warmth, openness, humor, and support as you take this courageous step."

"" I strongly believe in the strength of the human spirit and work with people to capitalize on their strengths. My clients find me empowering and supportive. One of my strengths is challenging thoughts that limit who you can be and what you can do. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor. I graduated with a Master's Degree in Counseling/Psychology from Illinois Benedictine College. I provide professional counseling and consultation to individuals, couples, , and families."

"My specialty is providing therapeutic services to children and adults. I utilize a client centered approach to join with my clients in the therapeutic process and offer gentle, non-judgmental support through the journey of therapy. I meet you where you are."

"I specialize in the assessment and treatment of behavior problems in children and adolescents, as well as depression and anxiety in individuals of all ages. I also specialize in the treatment of relationship problems and the psychological management of acute and chronic medical disorders, particularly cardiovascular disorders and encopresis. I help people gain insights into their difficulties and teach them skills that will facilitate the resolution of their difficulties. When requested, I confer with attending physicians and, in the case of minors, with their teachers and/or school social workers. I am on the medical staff of Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge."

"I am at heart a problem solver, and enjoy helping people connect the dots that lead them to better balance and growth. I provide high quality and insightful services to individuals, couples, and families. Being a clinician and conflict resolution specialist allows me a unique perspective to help create and implement solutions with maximal long-term viability for my clients. Through our work we safely transition reactions into actions. If you want fulfilling, intimate and life-enhancing relationships, or if your goal is to parent mindfully and effectively, I'll be glad to work with you."

"Have you lost your footing? Your confidence? Someone you love? There is great benefit in healing recent and past losses. I help adults, children and families find their strength again. I would like to guide you through the process of healing so that you can create a life full of joy and purpose. Losses of any kind can leave you feeling groundless and uncertain. Unattended losses are often the seeds for depression, anxiety, and unwanted behaviors. They can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and from the people you love."

"When difficult things happen--trauma, loss, extreme stress--our brains and bodies have an amazing capacity cope; for example, we are flooded with adrenalin to help us survive or we go into shock to protect from the depths of loss. However, sometimes events overwhelm all our capacities, and we get stuck in those events. Using both talk therapy and EMDR, I can help you understand how your mind and body is attempting to cope, learn how to reduce, tolerate and manage the lingering effects, appreciate and reconnect to your emotions, become more embodied, process past events, and find meaningful purpose and connection in the present."

"The majority of my training and work experience has specifically focused on the assessment and treatment of psychological trauma. I believe my job is to walk alongside my clients as they unpack their traumatic experiences, while providing continued safety and validation, all at their own pace. I have extensive experience in evidence based treatments for PTSD and have been successful in treating a wide variety of individuals. I have also completed specialized training in maternal mental health. I treat women dealing with mental health issues that come up during and after pregnancy, such as anxiety, depression, and OCD. I also help women navigate pregnancy loss, infertility, and traumatic births. As a mother myself, I am passionate about working with other mothers struggling with mental health issues related to pregnancy or the postpartum period. "

"My specializations are Anxiety, LGBTQ (including gender variance), and Grief. I offer Repair & Reattachment Grief Therapy and also traditional grief therapy. I am an LGBT-affirming therapist and work with parents of LGBTQ individuals as well. "

"*********** Saturday Appointments Only************************* Chicago native, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with experience working with adults, children and families. I love empowering women dealing with a variety of issues from changes in the life stages to improving one's own personal growth. "