Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Glen Ellyn, IL

Many of us have or will experience emotional difficulties at some point in our lives. Sometimes it is not easy to overcome these roadblocks and we end up stuck in our emotional development. There are times in our lives when we need help to work through something, to regain our focus or to feel connected. I work with individuals, couples and families struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief & loss, and depression. I believe healing is possible.

I have a warm and open relational style that communicates value and worth to my clients. My goal is to elicit your own strengths to make the change that you want. Too much guidance takes away your own autonomy, and too little keeps you confused, but finding the balance is one of the keys to good therapy. My clients appreciate my client centered and accepting style and most of my referrals come from previous client's recommendations. I have extensive experience with addiction, codependence, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, OCD, perfectionism, and ADHD.

I believe that understanding one's perception is essential to understanding one's thoughts, feelings and behaviors. In order to make positive changes, it is very important to understand how one perceives experiences and the reasons why. Therefore, I feel that increased self-awareness and personal growth are integral parts of the counseling process.

An ideal client is someone who is brave enough to want help. I will join you in identifying the areas that need to be strengthened and/or changed. Often people are not aware of a different way of relating, and I offer insight to open up healthier ways of living that bring satisfaction, respect and hope. The most courageous people I know are my clients, and together we find freedom from obstacles and paths to new ways of living.

Are you ready for change? Are you experiencing anxiety, relationship strain or irritability? Just feeling stuck? I have a heart for encouraging others to develop a deeper level of personal, social, spiritual & professional growth in their lives. It would be my privilege to support you as you create change and experience healing in your life. You can find inner peace and experience deeper satisfaction in your life & in your relationships. You can learn more effective ways to regulate emotions and resolve things like chronic anxiety, depression, relational trauma, codependency, grief/loss, & spiritual issues. Change is possible!

I work best with people who are in emotional pain and are willing to be partners in the process of healing; people who are seeking comfort, but also desire to learn and grow emotionally.

Feeling anxious, stressed or depressed? Many people are overwhelmed these days. There is help.

Do you feel stuck, trapped, dissatisfied? Has motivation become a problem? Are you plagued by worries? You are not alone. We all encounter periods when we feel "boxed in" by life. I believe people seek therapy when they come to a point where they have tried everything they can think of and nothing has worked to their satisfaction. This is not a sign of illness, disorder, or weakness. On the contrary, it is often at this point that a person is on the verge of a new way of seeing themselves, their problems, their life.

"You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step." Congratulations on having the courage to take the first step toward the change that you wish to see in your life. At Life to the Fullest LLC, we strive to help you navigate your unique situation with more adaptive coping skills and a general sense of fulfillment. We hope to work with you in a way that best meets your needs and helps you start living your life to the fullest.

I am privileged to walk alongside my clients as they pursue personal growth and healing. With compassion and sensitivity, I offer a wealth of knowledge and experience in the safety and comfort of my Wheaton office. My specialty is working with women and their significant relationships. Whether it is providing support and encouragement during times of crisis, grief or loss; challenging motivated individuals to overcome destructive behavior patterns; or educating and informing; I treat each client with dignity and respect. For many, Christian faith is important, and therefore I am pleased to offer solid Christian counsel when requested.

My goal is to help you find relief and make lasting change in your overall quality of life. Live well, time is our most valuable asset! Whether it seems like a small bump in the road or a mountain standing before you, I can help! Deeply passionate about my work, I have extensive training and experience to help you find relief, healing, and personal growth. Real and lasting change comes from the experience of awareness, then acceptance and action. By gaining clarity and self-awareness; you signficantly improve your skills to tackle lifes difficult and perplexing challenges.

Do you know you need change but are afraid of transformation? Do you feel like you have hit a plateau in life and you aren't sure of your next move? Do you wake up some mornings and ask yourself, "am I really happy?" Are there days that you just feel sad, but can not seem to improve your mood? Throughout my years of practice as a Licensed Professional I have helped my clients from diverse backgrounds, with different life struggles overcome what had them feeling lost and hopeless.

Even when you are feeling stressed, worried or depressed it can be hard to reach out for help. I offer experience in therapy to help individuals and families facing difficulty with depression, anxiety, parenting stress, and ADHD. I also offer a safe place to address concerns related to identity development, life transitions, stress management, and other issues. Even though your problem may be similar to others' your experience is unique. I hope to learn about the unique personal, family and cultural circumstances that impact you to help you find your way.

I'm an Individual, Couples, Marriage, and Family Therapist. That means I know how to listen deeply to what's most important to you. I won't just be talking at you or mechanically smiling and nodding with intermittent outbursts of cheerleading. I'm a Strength Coach and a Holistic Health Coach. That means I have an integrated approach and I care about your nutrition, fitness, relationships, career, mind, body, and spirit. As a Therapist and Strength Coach, barbells, kettlebells, relationships, and the most intimate matters of the heart are the tools of my trade. When used properly, they all promote growth.

Anxiety, depression, anger management issues, substance abuse, or personal life changes are all very real problems. If you are experiencing any of these, therapy can be very beneficial. I utilize solution focused client specific techniques, coinciding with the development of a solid therapeutic relationship with my clients. It is my belief that these are the key ingredients to getting the most out of therapy and feeling better in your life.

We provide excellent psychological and holistic care for patients struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, weight loss, infertility, and other psychological and medical problems. We prioritize medication-free approaches to treat patients' psychological and physical ailments. With collaborative efforts of psychologists, chiropractors, and a naturopathic physician, we get to the root of your mind and body problems naturally. As a multi-disciplinary team of holistically-oriented healthcare providers, we work together to create an effective, comprehensive treatment to provide lasting health optimizing solutions.

I offer a genuine, compassionate and respectful relationship with clients, so they can reach greater self-awareness and insight. My goal is to help clients to reach greater satisfaction and balance with quality of life overall.

Our team of licensed therapists offer a wide range of services. We have offices in Naperville, Downers Grove, Palatine, and Aurora, and we also provide telehealth services. We serve children, adolescents, and adults as well as families and couples. Our therapists support those working through anxiety, depression, complex trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, body image, eating disorders, and other challenging mental health disorders. We also have a therapists that are experts in addressing childhood issues such as school anxiety/refusal, sensory regulation, educational/academic support, and toileting, for example.

Ms. Nicholson is a private practitioner and president of Stella M. Nicholson and Associates, Lombard, Illinois where she counsels Adult Children of Alcoholics/Co-dependants, alcoholics/addicts, couples, and specializes in the treatment of families and children. She has worked in the addiction and mental health field since 1978. In addition to her practice, Ms. Nicholson has served as a consultant/trainer to numerous treatment facilities, mental health organizations, hospitals, schools and institutions regarding program development and implementation Her commitment is to help people to put the pieces of their lives together again Ms. Nicholson has also authored two workbooks.