Grief Therapists in Frankfort, IL

I am a licensed therapist with over 35 years providing therapy in a variety of settings. My practice is presently limited to meeting with adult females. Everyone struggles at one time or another with life challenges and changes. My belief is that each person has strengths and qualities that enable them to cope with difficult situations. My focus is aimed at helping build on those strengths, identify solutions and encourage clients to make changes with the goal of a healthy and contented life.

Counseling is my calling. I feel honored to play a role in assisting people to overcome obstacles and to become the person that they always felt was possible. I am hear to guide people on their journey of self discovery while also providing the skills and tools necessary to overcome what ever challenges life has brought their way. I truly love what I do and provide caring acceptance and support to my clients. I am proud to say that my biggest referral base is former clients and I could not ask for a biggest compliment. Looking forward to helping you.

Are you overwhelmed with life, going through a set of difficult circumstances or the darkness of depression? Are you struggling to communicate in your relationships? Has your ANXIETY become debilitating? Are you feeling completely stressed out with life today? I offer a safe, supportive and comfortable environment where you can express feelings without judgment, share your personal experiences without fear or shame and discover hope. You'll find relief from the physical symptoms, distorted thoughts and emotional rollercoaster. We'll work together to identify issues and create solutions to cope and thrive despite life's challenges.

Deciding to seek therapy can be both exciting and frightening. It is a time when you have made an important decision to improve your life, to seek balance, and to find solutions to your problems. I am open, welcoming, and empathic in my approach. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. My treatment orientations are family systems & cognitive-behavioral. I specialize in the treatment of pathologies such as: Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, Personality Disorders, Couple Conflict, Divorce, and Families in Crisis. I specialize in marital & family therapy, grief work, and trauma.

Have you hit a point in your life where you feel like you’re spinning your wheels in a rut on the side of the road while the rest of life is flying past you? Would you like to feel that you have a handle on how to manage your life, rather than just fighting through the days? I work with the stress and anxiety that has touched so many lives, especially in this past year. I also work with people struggling with difficulties in their relationships, experiencing loss or loneliness, having trouble meeting goals, or a history of trauma. By listening to your life experiences and roadblocks we will begin to develop a big picture and a plan.

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.

If you’re looking for a counselor who is 100% dedicated to her clients and was called to be a counselor from a very young age, then meet Gabriela Rebollar. She is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW), who is bilingual (English/Spanish) and has over 16 years of experience in the counseling field with specific expertise in addiction and substance abuse. Gaby loves to work with clients 14+ and sees both individuals and couples. Additional specialties include ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief / bereavement / loss , relationship issues and trauma/ptsd.

Life holds blessings as well as various challenges for us. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, conflicting relationships, or just the angst that every day life can create, if left untreated; chronic stress can harm both your emotional and physical health. In a nonjudgmental, warm and supportive atmosphere, I will help you explore the things that are causing you stress, and support you in making the changes that will lead to a greater sense of balance in your life. I believe in a holistic approach to health and wellness.

As a clinical psychologist & certified yoga instructor, I am passionate about taking a holistic & tailored approach when working with clients. I am committed to helping you get out of your “analysis paralysis” & into your life. I want to help you to discover your freedom in how you relate to your mind (& body!) & share the secret your brain has been keeping from you your whole life: Your thoughts are not your boss. I aim to help not only reduce the symptoms interfering with your life, but also to help optimize your mental health/well-being to live a life aligned with how you want to be in the world.

Anxiety, depression, health issues, stress, relationship issues, grief , worry, loneliness, and feeling completely overwhelmed can be a struggle. Life is challenging, and it can be difficult to know where to begin. Making changes to your life is a big step and you do not have to do it alone. Therapy is a collaborative conversation designed to better understand you and your life. Whether you are experiencing a temporary disruption due to a life stressor, or are constantly feeling overwhelmed, therapy can help you achieve the sense of well-being everyone is entitled.

Sarah is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who obtained her Master's degree in Clinical Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Sarah provides individual, family and couples counseling to all age ranges. Sarah has had all-encompassing experience across therapeutic settings, including residential treatment settings, partial hospitalization, community based and on an outpatient basis. Sarah specializes in treating individuals who suffer from suicidal ideations, self-injuring behaviors, depression, anxiety/panic, personality disorders, trauma, loss , transitional phases, eating disorders and substance abuse/dependence.

Life can be scary. When you feel that there is an emptiness in your soul that can't be filled or feel that life is spiraling out of control and suffer from sadness, worry, grief , addiction, or trauma, understand that there is a solution and hope for the future. You will find a sense of safety, support, and personal power to live a rich fulfilled life as we work together. Based upon your goals, effective strategies will be created so that you will see a clear path of victory through your problems. You will have the tools to rebuild your relationships and increase intimacy in a confidential, nonjudgmental atmosphere of acceptance.

I believe in the importance of meeting people where they are in this moment - not asking you to feel, look, or act like someone you are not. My therapeutic approach is centered around providing a caring space where you can safely share your thoughts free from judgement. I invite you to slow down and explore your values, emotions and life experiences to help gain a deeper understanding of yourself and relationships, including recognizing patterns that contribute to stress and anxiety. Together, we can begin the process of increasing self-awareness, practicing self-acceptance, and building practical skills to cope with life’s issues.

One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is a therapeutic experience that allows you a sacred place to gain support, perspective, healing, and most importantly, freedom. I have a passion for helping clients through their journey to healthy healing and emotional wellness. I provide a space for clients to transform their obstacles into resilience, hope, and success.

My clients include individual adults, couples, families, and groups. During my years in the counseling field I've worked with depression, anxiety, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm, addictions, dissociative disorders, men's and women's issues, codepedency, communication, infidelity, grief and loss , boundaries, divorce, parenting, marital problems, eating disorders, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, and many other issues.

I believe that, without exception, every individual carries within, the capacity required for healing to occur. As a therapist, it is my honor and privilege to help clients and their families uncover and understand the meanings and feelings associated with their symptoms. Whether the primary client is a child, adolescent, or adult, I work collaboratively with couples/parents to create a treatment plan that is right for the family as a whole. From this perspective we can then work together to discover more adaptive and creative ways to solve problems, build relationships, and live rich and fulfilling lives.

Maggie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who obtained her Master’s degree in Social Work from Aurora University, specializing in clinical mental health. She has extensive experience in providing therapy to those with trauma, grief and loss , transitional phases, anxiety, mood disorders, self-injurious behaviors, suicidal thoughts, and personality disorders.

We have all had that feeling of being stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how things might turn out. It could be something from our past, something from our current daily lives, or something about the unknown future that is giving us that feeling. All we want is to move forward. I’m here to work with you on building your existing strengths and learning the skills needed to overcome those feelings and challenges.