Anxiety Therapists in Glen Ellyn, IL
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Lauren Black
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, CADC
Verified
Verified
We often seek therapy yearning for connection and understanding. My goal is to provide a safe space where we can work together as a team to help you process your experiences, validate the emotions attached to these experiences, and discover your own strengths and capacity for coping through life’s challenges. We as humans are inherently resilient even when things like shame, trauma, isolation, addiction, depression, and
anxiety
try to disconnect us from ourselves and others. We will work together to find compassion for yourself in restoring this connection.
Nicole Muller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Life is full of vulnerabilities and stressors that we sometimes think we must overcome ourselves. However, emphasis on togetherness and collaboration within life and in therapy is a must. My goal is to engage with you in the difficult, vulnerable, and stressful aspects of life in a warm and empathetic manner while guiding you towards personal growth and fulfillment. My experience has allowed me to work with individuals as they triumph through their own challenges, such as
anxiety
, depression, relationships, trauma, and life transitions.
Sarah Ligon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
I’m a therapist who specializes in perinatal issues including postpartum depression and
anxiety
, adjustment to motherhood/parenthood, intrusive thoughts, infertility, miscarriage, and infant loss. I have training in working with gender-based violence such as sexual assault, rape, and domestic violence. I also have experience assisting clients with
anxiety
, depression, life transitions, self-harm, and trauma. I have experience working with different genders, sexual orientations, racial/ethnic backgrounds, and socioeconomic status.
Sarah Abbas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified
Verified
I work with emotional, psychological & interpersonal issues including
anxiety
, trauma, depression, relationship conflicts, and identity exploration utilizing Psychodynamic, Dialectical-Behavioral, Somatic and Existential approaches.
Hello beautiful soul! I'm passionate about helping my clients connect with their inner selves to find greater peace and fulfillment in their lives. My approach is rooted in a deep respect for the mind-body-spirit connection. I focus on creating a nurturing, holistic space for us to explore your challenges and opportunities for growth. I see you as a fellow traveler on this journey. Together, we will navigate the twists and turns towards self-awareness, insight, and clarity. Let's unlock hidden treasures, embrace the now and open possibilities for your future.
Not accepting new clients
Margie Sieka
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
"Be as you wish to seem" ~ Socrates. We all deserve to be true to one's self and live our best life, and I am grateful to have the opportunity to be on this journey with you. My passion and focus is to inspire trust and confidence, helping you reach your fullest potential. My philosophy to treatment is founded on integrity, balance, authenticity and inquisitiveness, where your individual needs are the focus. Whether you are struggling with stress or
anxiety
, relationship conflict, depression, life transitions or performance concerns, we can work together to facilitate change and enhance your well-being.
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Not accepting new clients
Jeanne Marie Tschampa
Counselor, PharmD, LCPC, CADC, BCC, C-IAYT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Using a holistic approach, I aim to assist the client who seeks body, mind, spirit balance and a desire to live more fully in their moments. Whether seeking help for wellness, transition,
anxiety
, spirituality, and/or addiction, together sessions at Wholistic Care will help the individual gain hope and understanding to help resolve issue(s) and move toward finding purpose and meaning in life.
Chad Alcorn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience helping clients manage mood disorders,
anxiety
, and executive functioning problems, as well as narcissistic injuries and behaviors.
With over 15 years experience as a licensed psychologist, I think of the therapeutic relationship as a method for understanding the self. To that end, behavior patterns can be explored, internal experience can shift with the movement towards change. Perhaps you are caught in the same cycle and feeling frustrated. You may be adjusting to a life or career transition. Stuff from the past is triggering and you might not understand why you feel the way you do. We can explore and understand the meanings in a safe and creative way.
Laura Jaramillo
Counselor, MS, LCPC, RYT-200
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
There is value in finding a therapist that is right for you! My commitment is that no matter where you are, where you came from, or where you're headed, you can live a life filled with purpose, grace, and ease. My education includes a Bachelor's in Psychology from Purdue University, a Master's in Counseling from National Louis University. In the last 15 years I have been successful in making a long-lasting difference for those struggling with eating disorders,
anxiety
, self-injury, behavioral disorders and personality disorders.
Not accepting new clients
Jennifer Fell
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Verified
While my primary specialization is in working with women dealing with
anxiety
, additional areas of focus and treatment are offered as well.
You're ready to feel better, deal with some issues, make some changes, or improve your life in some way. Know that whatever it is that is leading you to counseling, you are not alone. Women seek out counseling at various different times in life for a wide variety of reasons. Sometimes, just having a counselor to work with for a while can make it easier to navigate life's journeys and issues vs going it alone and that's why I'm here...to help guide you along whatever you're trying to figure out or improve for yourself - in ways that are best for you!
Karina Lima
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My passion is working with individuals who are struggling with current stressors and who desire to have a more meaningful life. My goal is to help my clients develop tools they need in order to move through life with a sense of well being and meaning. My experience includes working with individuals who have an eating disorder,
anxiety
, adjustment concerns, negative self-esteem, and depression.
Joy Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I also have extensive experience working with those suffering from
anxiety
, depression, substance abuse, and complex trauma.
I believe everyone needs and deserves a safe space to address barriers preventing them from navigating through life the way they desire, thus I seek to foster safe and comfortable environments for those oppressed and marginalized. Living in unprecedented times, it is especially important to have support, awareness, and knowledge of effective coping skills to manage life's stressors. I believe it’s also important to process the lives we’ve already experienced and explore how this cultivates our current worldview.
Courtney Bowman
Counselor, LCPC, MEd
Verified
Verified
There are situations and events in life that are challenging and that can create
anxiety
and depression. The coping strategies that have helped during troubling times may no longer work. Through these experiences, it is easy to lose a sense of identity and self esteem. There is hope. It is an honor to assists clients with turning their pain into growth. Through my compassionate support and skills, I can accompany you into the journey of becoming a healthier and happier person. My goal is to provide high quality, individualized and evidence based treatment to each client.
Jennifer Kalani
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I specialize in working with adults dealing with a wide array of difficulties including depression,
anxiety
, interpersonal relationships, and emotion regulation.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and use a strengths-based approach to therapy. I believe that the healing power of an empathic relationship provides a safe space for an individual to safely explore their values and the ways in which they make meaning out of their experiences and interact with the world. It is within this exploration that individuals can begin to dislodge from stuck patterns and make choices that are in line with their values so they can live out their life in an intentional way.
Anna Lustyk
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified
Verified
Taking steps to get counseling takes a lot of courage. I believe that everyone has their own unique experience and challenges, and that you don't have to go through it on your own. It is my goal to guide you closer to a balanced and happy life. I typically work with adults and adolescents ages 11-17 with
anxiety
, depression, body image, self-esteem, and coping skills. I am passionate about working with people who are marginalized (BIPOC, LGBTQ+, Women etc.).
Karine Ivy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with individuals, groups, and families around challenges including depression and
anxiety
, mood instability, domestic violence, grief, trauma, and other major life transitions.
I know how difficult it can be to take those first steps toward seeking out a therapist. Life can be challenging in many ways and can be difficult to navigate alone. I take great care in providing a safe and collaborative environment for my clients to explore their lives and various obstacles in a nonjudgmental and compassionate way. Some of the modalities I use include CBT, DBT, ACT, Psychoanalytic, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Building a trusting relationship and witnessing each client's journey is what I find most fulfilling about my work as a therapist.
David W Rennard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT-S
Verified
Verified
My other clinical interests include intimacy anorexia, the treatment of trauma and its aftermath, depression and
anxiety
, internet addiction and integrating spirituality into psychotherapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Ordained Minister of the United Church of Christ. I am also certified as a Sexual Addictions Therapist and Therapist Supervisor through the International Institute for Trauma and Addictions Professionals.
Felicity Dineen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Hi there, my name is Felicity Dineen. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I am so excited at the possibility of getting to work along side you. I have extensive experience working with adults and teens struggling with a wide array of life stressors including relationship struggles,
anxiety
/depression, acceptance of self, grief, trauma, parenting concerns, and perinatal issues. Together, you will overcome challenges both present and in the past to help bring out the strengths within yourself that are already in existence.
Gary R Dec
Psychologist, PsyD, CSAT, CMAT
Verified
Verified
I have been in practice in the Chicago suburbs for years experience serving individuals from adolescence through adulthood in individual psychotherapy couples therapy. Although my practice is a general psychological practice, I maintain specialties in the areas of
anxiety
disorders including phobias and obsessive-compulsive disorder, addictions including process addictions and sexual addiction, and attention-deficit disorder in adolescents and adults. I am a licensed psychologist in Illinois, and hold certifications in the treatment of sexual addiction (CSAT) and multiple addictions (CMAT). For more information, please visit my website at http://www.garydecpsyd.com.
Dupage Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
At Dupage Counseling Associates, we provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space to allow clients to share their story. We have worked with several individuals who are struggling with a life transition, grief/loss, trauma, relationship difficulty,
anxiety
, or depression. The most difficult part of therapy is making that first call. We are available to answer any questions or concerns you might have before making the decision to start the therapy process.
Donna Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I desire to provide a safe place for you to explore the issues of
anxiety
, grief or depression that keep you from living life more fully. You may be struggling with low self-esteem or a loss of identity due to changes, such as loss of a relationship, life transitions, or loss due to trauma. You may find it difficult to move past shaming messages and would like to learn how to find your authentic voice in order to live boldly and with greater self-acceptance.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.