Therapists in Glenview, IL

My patient-focused therapeutic approach is designed to promote positive outcomes for patients who are facing some of life's toughest challenges, and guide them to use their inner strength to become more confident and ultimately meet their goals. All of this is accomplished in an empathic way, while I listen and offer feedback. As they grow, my patients become happier and more successful in their lives.

You are overwhelmed. You are tired. You are not alone. I am here to sit beside you through this journey. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that works with individuals struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, addiction & life transitions. I take pride in my warm, direct approach and believe that the therapeutic process is a collaborative one.

Although seeking out therapy can be intimidating, I strongly believe it has the power to facilitate genuine change and growth. In my work with clients, I foster a collaborative and supportive relationship, focused on their uniqueness as individuals while also considering the context of their lives. My therapeutic approach is empathic, active, and strengths-based. I use an integrative perspective centered on cognitive behavioral techniques, direct feedback and humor to help clients reach their personal and professional goals.

My first question to any new client is, "How will you know when therapy is over?" This helps us both to define the goals of therapy. Together, we'll focus on solutions to problems, and build on the strengths already there.

I'm Justin Kozak. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of clinical experience, and I am open to working with anyone; and have a wide range of experience treating Substance Use, Behavioral Issues, Anger Management, Depression, Trauma, and PTSD. I use Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Multicultural and Solution Focused Brief Therapies during a treatment session with my clients. I believe counseling is a partnership that assists you in exploring and addressing your mental, emotional, and behavioral needs.

Every morning each of us wakes up with a new opportunity to be our best self. A chance to take the best of who we are and utilize those skills and talents to explore, challenge, and grow. In me, you will find a partner willing to collaborate with you to do the necessary work to evoke change in whatever spheres of life you have identified as needing attention. Through introspection, self-awareness, and acceptance we will collectively engage in the therapeutic journey that will help you gain clarity, reach higher heights, and live well.

Between the highs and lows of daily life, many people find themselves struggling with overwhelming feelings. I believe that we all attempt to manage life's daily struggles as best as we can, but sometimes our means of coping are not always effective or efficient. I can help you learn new ways to navigate and manage the difficult situations that you may be experiencing. Through an authentic, collaborative and empathic approach, we can come up with creative solutions that will allow you to feel more comfortable, confident and relaxed.

Blake Zweig is a school psychologist who dedicates his time and effort toward helping children, teens, and young adults develop and maintain the tools they need in order to thrive throughout their adolescent years and beyond. Blake's experience within the public school system provides parents with an insider's view or perspective on what the true social, emotional, and academic world is like for children and teens these days. Blake also spends his time teaching parents and teachers how to implement Dr. Ross Greene's Collaborative and Proactive Solutions model, as described in Dr. Greene's many books, including The Explosive Child.

Trust, transparency, and communication are the pillars to connection, self-discovery and meaningful growth. My passion lies in my ability to build these connections with children and their families through empathy and understanding. My years of experience as a School Psychologist have affords me the unique perspective of how to support the whole child, through building connections between home, school and the community. I work with you to identify strengths and work towards solutions by changing thought processes, modifying behaviors, and understanding emotional regulation.

When your child is struggling it affects everyone in the family. Children can struggle with behavioral issues, appear angry, sad, withdrawn, impulsive, or have anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. Loving parents sometimes need a guide for how to best help their kids. This is where I step in and work with children, parents, and families to help. Children have a natural resiliency to overcome any obstacle in life and sometimes they need help to discover it.

I have a wide range of clinical experience with a special focus on work with depression, anxiety, couples, family difficulties, and work-related problems. I am a bilingual (English & Korean) seasoned professional with more than 19 years of experience working as a mental health professional. Also, I specialize in conducting cognitive impairment tests and evaluations for the elderly regarding decision-making capacity and advance directives such as the living will, medical power of attorney, and Do Not Resuscitate orders(DNR).

I incorporate a client-centered and strengths-based perspective in all aspects of clinical care. I use a warm, empathic, and thoughtful approach to create meaningful and trusting relationships. I strongly believe every client is the expert of their own lived experience. I am passionate about exploring clients’ emotions, behaviors, and experiences and developing practices and interventions to create meaningful and positive change. I see the relationship between the therapist and client as a collaborative partnership. I aim to create a safe environment for clients to foster resilience and empowerment in their lives.

At some point we all experience difficulties. Sometimes these stem from obstacles in our personal & work relationships, where long standing unrewarding interactions get in our way. Anxiety, loneliness, depression and loss kidnap our ability to create the life we envision. Repetitive patterns of interaction (making the same mistakes over & over again) can create frustration & a diminished capacity for fulfilment. Through collaborative insight and exploration you will become more aware of the feelings and experiences that contribute to your difficulties. When problems are assessed & worked through, vitality & well-being is restored.

Selecting a therapist and initiating the process can be intimidating. I want you make the right choice for you. My practice is focused on individuals and couples. I am a licensed psychotherapist and AASECT certified Sex Therapist. I specialize in treating issues that impact relationships such as conflict management, sex, communication and emotional connection. My areas of expertise include anxiety and OCD, out of control sexual behavior, spectrum disorder, interpersonal conflict, intimacy avoidance, communication problems, gender or sexual identity, trauma, treating sexual dysfunctions and more.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. I provide warm and caring support to those struggling with life's challenges. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, low self-esteem, communication, and relationship concerns.