Couples Counseling Therapists in Grayslake, IL
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North Shore Behavioral Medicine
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I help people going through
relationship
break-ups, especially from destructive narcissistic partners.
Therapy is a process of self discovery that enables you to recognize unhealthy patterns of behavior and learn effective coping strategies for optimal health and well-being. I provide a safe environment for psychotherapy through a warm, open communication style. I believe psychotherapy is a collaborative undertaking between patient and therapist; that listening, understanding and respecting each patient's unique story is necessary for optimal treatment.
Edward Senkpeil
Counselor, MAR, MA, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with individuals facings a diversity of issues including sexual addiction, anxiety disorders , mood disorders, anger management, and
relationship
enhancement.
You are uniquely made and your life has meaning ...we can at times lose sight of this however. Each of us has a history and life experiences which shape our thoughts, beliefs, feelings and behaviors. We can come to a point in our journey where life gets heavy, where circumstances press down on us, and the person we were created to be gets eclipsed by life’s challenges. Increasing awareness about the way in which our unique life experiences have shaped our thinking, emotions, and behaviors as well as developing new skills to manage life’s challenges are important pieces in rediscovering our meaning and moving forward.
Devon M Block
Counselor, NCC, LCPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with children as young as three, adolescents, adults,
couples
, & families.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I believe each individual deserves a safe place to process life transitions, frustrations, worries, fears, or sadness. As an empathetic and nonjudgmental clinician I know it can be challenging or frightening to enter into counseling and open up. I place emphasis on creating a safe place where children, adolescents, adults, and families can comfortably explore the nature of their issues.
Nancy DeWeese
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
By building the therapeutic
relationship
we will work to overcome doubt, change unhealthy patterns, improve relationships and find healthy ways to cope.
Are you stuck, unable to make the lasting changes you’re longing for? Maybe you are struggling to figure out what you should do and how to do it? Perhaps relationships are strained and you feel you go around and around. You may know where you want to be but can't figure out how to get there, and maybe even feel like giving up. Often, the first step is simply being heard, feeling understood and accepted unconditionally. The fact that you are reading this shows you have hope, hope that you can find inner peace and clarity, and then be able to take those steps that feel safe to you.
Julie Crowe McCarthy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CCC, MEd
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Often, life leads you to a point where you feel stuck. The same strategies that might have worked before are no longer effective. Maybe this is because of life transitions,
relationship
challenges or just a sense that you want something more. If you feel overwhelmed by work, school, family or relationships, consider how processing those feelings and developing new insights and skills might give you the self-awareness to live a peaceful and more purpose driven life.
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Debra Thurston
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I have over twenty five years of clinical experience working with individuals, families,
couples
and groups. I have been fortunate to work in a variety of clinical milieus including inpatient and outpatient community mental health settings. I have experience working with childhood disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders and family/marital issues. I enjoy working with patients from age 12 and up and encourage participation from family members and friends.
Adam Krieger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Using empathy and humor, I am well suited to help those who struggle with
relationship
problems, depression, grief, infidelity, life transitions, sexual compulsion, family conflicts and anxiety.
With over 20 years in the field, I believe that effective therapy begins with clearly defining the problem being addressed and the desired outcome. I am particularly focused on helping you develop stronger relationships through effective communication, personal insight and compassion.
Dr. Gabby Miniscalco
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
No one had a perfect childhood, including you! The needs that weren't filled for us as kids continue to leave voids in us. Maybe your anxiety, depression, unhealthy coping,
relationship
struggles and inner chaos are a sign of untreated emotional wounds. Unless we actively attempt to make sense of our reactions and behaviors, they will continue to control us. Our bodies and minds remember the pain from the past and react to that pain whenever something reminds us of it. Increasing our awareness of these connections can be eye-opening and can allow us to shift how we perceive ourselves and our relationships.
CYN Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, LCPC, LPC, LSW
Verified
Verified
CYN has been in business for over 40 years treating children, adolescents, adults,
couples
, families, and groups. Our counseling and psychotherapy services are confidential and we offer a relaxed, friendly setting. Located in Grayslake, Illinois, we understand the needs of the surrounding communities and our therapists encompass a wide range of specialties and treatment modalities. Regardless of the issues you face, let CYN assist you in your emotional growth and /or healing.
Alana DeVaughn
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Looking to find peace and balance in your life? Alana DeVaughn has over 20 years experience in the counseling profession with extensive knowledge in individual,
couples
and family therapy. Alana provides you with a safe, empathetic environment to address your issues and help you improve your quality of life. Alana specializes in anxiety, depression,
relationship
difficulties, grief, and women's issues. Call today to take the first step in finding your inner peace.
The Couple's Place of Lake County
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, CPRP
Verified
Verified
Of all the therapy I have provided, I find marital and
couples
work to be among the most gratifying and rewarding.
With over 20 years in the field, I believe that effective therapy begins with clearly defining the problem being addressed and the desired outcome. I am particularly focused on helping you develop stronger relationships through effective communication, personal insight and compassion. Whether you are trying to set healthy boundaries, express yourself, or build stronger bonds. Using empathy and humor, I am well suited to help clients who are struggling with
relationship
problems, depression, sexual compulsion, family conflicts and anxiety.
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Carol Paxton Cox
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My primary goal is to help clients find the hope and courage to change and heal. I believe that all life circumstances, relationships, and experiences can lead to change and greater self-acceptance. Ultimately therapy helps clients cope with loss and use difficult life transitions to promote growth. In working with individuals,
couples
, families, and children, I have helped them cultivate resources and develop strengths from very challenging diagnoses and life circumstances. I have helped clients suffering from
relationship
conflicts, health crises, depression, trauma and loss issues, compulsive behaviors, and anxiety disorders.
Laurie A Benton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Benton strives to engage clients in a collaborative therapeutic
relationship
that is empathic and attuned to their thoughts and feelings. She works to see the world through their lens. In this safe and accepting environment, clients are supported as they begin to explore the reasons that brought them to therapy. Dr. Benton guides clients as they gain insight and awareness to life patterns and themes. She encourages clients to give voice to their thoughts, feelings and reactions in hopes of interrupting painful cycles and creating a greater feeling of freedom, choice, flexibility, and empowerment.
Lisa Rouff
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience and training working with adults in both individual and
couples
therapy on such issues as depression, anxiety, career problems, and
relationship
difficulties.
relationship
difficulties.
In addition, I also specialize in the areas of infertility and adoption.
Bob Bahlmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, MABS, MACMHC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I believe counseling is a way for everyone to process the events that have happened or are happening in their lives, and work alongside them to develop positive coping skills. Clients can expect for me to meet them where they are in life and approach our counseling
relationship
with empathy, interest, and intuition. I enjoy working with individuals from adolescents to adults and providing
couples
' counseling, including pre-marital, marriage counseling, infertility, and adoption. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, men's issues, and sex addiction.
Deb Norton
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
I work with adults, elders & teens with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar,
Relationship
Issues, Alcohol Abuse & I teach Sports Behaviorism.
Are you stuck? Depressed, anxious, manic or drinking too much? Has your world become a difficult place for you to manage? Yeah, I get it. Life can be a lot these days. But I’m here for you. I will listen to you and hear you. I will be the support system you need right now. I’m Cognitive Behaviorist, so I will help you look at things differently, challenge your thoughts and improve your life. I'm Clinically Licensed and Board Certified. So give me a call. You deserve to feel heard! >And check out my reviews at www.healthgrades.com< because choosing a therapist is a big deal. See my website: www.debnorton.com
White Stone Counseling Resources
Counselor
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
When a client enters the counseling process at White Stone Resources, he or she begins a unique
relationship
designed to provide an atmosphere of safety and security that will give the client the freedom to be candid and vulnerable about the struggles in their life.
Since 1997, White Stone Counseling Resources has been a Christian Counseling ministry devoted to serving Chicago's Northern and Northwestern regions. White Stone offers Individual, Marital, and Family Counseling services to adults, adolescents, and children. Counseling with White Stone Resources is a collaborative process. The counselor works to gain a deep understanding of the life experiences that have brought the client into counseling and to work with the client to develop a general path of treatment that can produce an outcome of overall improved satisfaction and manageability in life.
Not accepting new clients
Susan White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
When people are willing to gain fresh insight into their beliefs and experiences; I help by listening, asking questions that support desired change, and maintaining a safe, supportive and interactive
relationship
.
Everyone faces situations we don't want - death, divorce, illness, financial problems, conflicts or personal challenges. Viewing those challenges as 'life experiences' often provide valuable opportunities to learn, grow and develop. That evolutionary process is the foundation of my practice, and also serves me well in my own personal growth. Through my work, I help people create individual transformation from the inside-out. For most people, coaching or counseling is helpful, and sometimes essential in order to fully understand how we may be contributing to our own problems, or even undermining what we say we desire in our lives.
David Gray
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I view the therapeutic
relationship
between myself and others as an ever-evolving journey in which I allow them to guide.
Are you in a place where you have done all you can, but are still unable to make the necessary positive changes you would like? Often times you may feel as if you have done everything possible, but change is still out of reach. I am a firm believer in the thought that all the skills necessary for change already lie within you, but could use the help of another to bring forth that change. By working together I believe that I can help you to acknowledge your dominate positive attributes in order to facilitate that much needed change.
August Stieber LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC, CEAP
Verified
Verified
Gus Stieber LCSW, CAADC received his Masters in Social Work from Aurora University. Gus has a background working in special populations and 25 years of experience working in the addictions field with adolescents, adults and families. Gus's broad base of experience recognizes the whole person in a solution-focused approach that is realistic and achievable. He utilizes insight-oriented, solution focused and family-oriented approaches in his counseling approach. Gus devotes himself to helping adults, children and adolescents (6-18 years),
couples
and families.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.