Adults Therapists in Frankfort, IL

I completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Northern Illinois University and a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology/Argosy University. I have many years of counseling experience from working at community agencies and community colleges. I have worked with ages ranged from very young children to older adults . My work with youth included young children who have experienced trauma or abuse. I have worked with teens whom have experienced a myriad of issues including depression, suicidal ideation, abuse and self-harming behaviors.

My passion is helping each client become the expert of their life by changing their beliefs, thoughts, attitudes, patterns, & behaviors. I hold space for you by meeting you right where you are & I gently guide you back to your inner wisdom as you reclaim all the parts of yourself that you may have lost or have not trusted. I am able to easily sort out what faulty belief systems and patterns are creating lack in your life. I have a Master's in Clinical Psychology and 15 years of Shamanic Integrative Healing and Holistic Modalities. I work with children, adolescents, teenagers, adults in individual, couples, and families.

I have extensive counseling experience working with children, adolescents and their families. I have training in Art therapy and Play therapy to direct children through the counseling process. Children are better able to explore and relieve their symptoms through expressive therapy techniques. These expressive therapies work in conjunction with behavior and cognitive behavioral techniques to allow children and adolescents the ability to understand their problems and solve them. In addition, I work with the family and the parents to ensure comprehensive treatment and support systems. I have also worked with adults on parenting issues, coping strategies, and marital issues.

Meet Lara, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), with a Masters of Arts in Counseling from National-Louis University, who brings over 10 years of experience to Counseling Works. Clients she sees range in age from 14 to 50 years old. She provides a soft space and the wisdom to assist adolescents, young adults and parents who need the extra support from the overwhelm that can occur in the daily challenges of life. Areas of specialization include anxiety, athletes, body image issues, interpersonal issues, life changes/adjustment disorders, parenting issues, self-esteem and self-worth.

Toya is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and has more than 10 years ofexperience providing individual, family and group counseling to adults , children and adolescents and their families in inpatient and outpatient settings. Ms. Johnson's clinical experience encompasses a vast array of concerns that include some of the following: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Abuse/Neglect, Grief and Loss, Anger Management, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Self-Esteem, Body Image, Stress, Parenting, Attachment, Academic and Behavioral Difficulties, Social Skills, and Conflict Resolution.

Welcome! I am a licensed therapist at Lotus Therapy Group in Frankfort, IL. I have almost nine years of experience working in the mental health field. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Additionally, I work with preteens, teens, and adults as well as with couples and families. If you are currently struggling with these issues, help is available.

"With hard work, support, and a little bit of humor; change can happen. Too many of us get wrapped up in the stressors of life that we forget what resources we have right in front of us. With support and hard work, we can utilize those resources, including humor, resiliency, determination, and persistence." Dr. Anderson provides individual psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and young adults . Additionally, Dr. Anderson provides psychological testing for people of all ages.

Is something weighing heavy on your mind? Are you finding it difficult to cope with a specific life event or stress from the past couple years? These experiences may leave you feeling sad, frustrated, worried, or overwhelmed. It may seem like no one understands what you are going through. Are you hoping to move past these obstacles and live less stressed? Starting therapy is a brave first step towards your healing journey. Therapy can help lift those heavy thoughts and emotions that are weighing on you.

I believe that it takes courage for a person to reach out for support and that the first steps for counseling support can be difficult. When one makes this leap of faith, I believe they are passionate and should be encouraged to learn, grow, and heal. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space so that the therapeutic relationship can be nurtured. I believe in a collaborative process and abide by confidentiality rules and ethics. I believe all my clients are resilient, capable, and have inner strength to make positive changes, and look forward to taking this journey with them.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Alcohol and other Drug Counselor with over a decade of experience helping adults and adolescents. I am experienced providing individual and group therapy through private practice. It is a pleasure to work with individuals experiencing issues concerning anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions, grief, stress management, anger management, and substance use.

I work collaboratively with my clients utilizing an integrative therapeutic approach to match my client's needs and individual issues. I strive to help my clients achieve personal growth, achieve new insights, develop new coping strategies and help them recognize their personal strengths. I have 15 years of experience working with adults aged 18 to 65 both in a hospital setting and private practice. Some of the issues that I help clients with are loss, grief, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship concerns and life transitions. I see clients in Frankfort, IL and also offer telehealth services.

Clinical specialty includes work with children, adolescents, adults , and families on issues of anxiety, academic and behavioral issues, emotion regulation, mood disorders, trauma, adoption, divorce/separation, coparenting, and family conflicts. My approach is interpersonal and strength-based utilizing various psychotherapeutic modalities such as CBT, Family Systems, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, Person Centered, Trauma focused, and Solution Focused.

Sometimes it’s hard to get out of bed, isn’t it? Sometimes you feel defeated. Sometimes this worry takes over, feels like you’re trying to breathe under water, doesn’t it? We become so avoidant of emotions that some of us turn to alcohol and/or drugs for help. There’s no time for family or friends or self-care. We become stuck in this loop of unsatisfaction or just pain that doesn’t seem to end. It becomes hard to move, to motivate, to socialize, to change when we have these loud negative voices screaming in our heads that we’re not good enough, we don’t deserve better.

Mary D’Adam, LCPC, CADC, CCTP is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a specialty in treating addiction. Mary uses a non-judgmental, strengths-based approach in her work with all clients. Mary believes that an authentic, therapist-client relationship is vital to the success of the therapeutic change process and is diligent in creating an atmosphere that facilitates this connection in her therapy room. Mary has a passion for working with individuals struggling with substance use disorders, survivors of traumatic experiences and young adults navigating life transitions.

Is your head spinning trying to figure it all out, leaving you either exhausted or sometimes filled with anxiety? Would you like to have an objective voice just to help you talk through things and guide you in deciding what you want and where you are going? I work with teens and adults who are often describing these things. When you start therapy, the process of unfolding it all and making sense of it is so important. My role is to help you feel comfortable and safe as we do this one step at a time.

Making the decision to start therapy can be tough- I want you to know that it can be one of the best decisions you make in your life. Whether you’re simply frustrated with the lack of focus and direction you have or are struggling to have the kind of relationships you want in your life, having the guidance and direction of a skilled therapist can make all the difference. As we begin to work together, the focus will be to understand what you want and what is in your way. What I do is build trust and a working relationship with you so we can begin to make a realistic plan of action.

I know life can be stressful, and just because you're young, doesn't mean that you don't experience worries, stress and overwhelm. I love working with children ages 6 and up, and young adults up to age 25.

Are you often feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders? Are you tired of spinning everything around in your brain without being able to come up with clear answers or direction? Clients that I work with often describe the tremendous relief it feels just to start talking with someone with an objective voice and a calming presence. I am an active participant in the process, asking questions and offering structured guidance and specific ideas. My goal is to empower others to become creative with me as we begin working through the issues.