Depression Therapists in Homewood, IL

'Difficult roads lead to beautiful destinations." Do you feel stuck or lost? Are you seeking to find a way to manage your life transitions? Do you feel overwhelmed with stress or anxiety due to trauma, family problems, interpersonal relationships? Would you like to find ways to build your resilience? These struggles can become a barrier in one's life with work; school; and family. It is my belief that trials come to build you or make you stronger. I believe I can assist you in finding ways to cope and find strategies to manage these situations we call LIFE. I would like the opportunity to help you find your voice and truth.

Under the best of circumstances life is not easy. Sometimes we face challenges in our lives and just need someone to listen, care about, and guide us. There's always hope for change and if you are willing to put in the work, there is someone willing to help and that someone is me. Having the courage to take the pathway of change is the first step. Together lets work to make a difference.

"Living life to the fullest, instead of just existing in life"! I am here to help you. Stressful life events can be hard to deal with by yourself. But it can be handled better with the help of a good support system. As a licensed professional counselor, I am here to guide and support you to be able to live life instead of just existing in it. I have experience helping clients develop the skills to manage stress, anxiety, life transitions and trauma. Through us working together, I can support an increase of your self-awareness of self and life. So you can truly begin to live your life the way you want.

I utilize an eclectic approach to counseling to identify the best method that fits your individual needs. I have a non-judgmental and empathetic approach to establish a healthy and trusting therapeutic relationship. We all have something we need to heal from, and I am dedicated to helping you on your journey towards healing.

Are you ready to start feeling better? You don’t have to do it alone. You’re here because you’re ready to take a step in your journey to wellness. You've got big dreams of living a happy, purpose-filled life. With my help, you can bridge the gap between real-life challenges and mental wellness. Together, we’ll create a results-oriented game plan to get you from where you are now, to where you want to be. As an Anger Management Specialist II with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I have a long track record of helping clients develop the skills needed to manage stress, anxiety, anger, and phase-of-life changes.

Most people who decide to marry or enter a romantic relationship have high hopes. Without the right tools to help you in your relationship, most individuals lose hope. The desire to be unconditionally loved and understood is fundamental. Every marriage will have some degree of conflict. How do you navigate those times that may cause discomfort and pain? I believe that having a healthy relationship will require love but also tools. Your upbringing and past relationships greatly influence what kinds of tools you utilize.

I believe that everyone has the right and the ability to achieve an engaged, balanced, satisfying life. I enjoy working with clients of all ages. In my work I am continuously impressed by my clients’ ability to grow and change, and by their courage, creativity, strength, and capacity for love and connection. I encourage you to take the first step today to restore the balance and health in yourself, your child, your family, and your relationships.

I have offices located in both Homewood & Burnham & I am a Christian Therapist who has worked in field of Social Services & Social work for the State of Illinois in various capacities (Caseworker, Child Welfare Specialist, Child Protection Investigator, Public Service Adm., CWS Trainer (at the Dept. of Children & Family Serv.), Part-time Univ. Lecturer (at GSU) & a Medical Social Worker at Advocate Health Care). As a seasoned Social Worker, I specialize in providing Individual, family & marriage counseling to teens, adolescents, young adults & Seniors. I am dedicated & confident that I can help you & your family achieve your goals.

As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist I promote talk therapy and creative expression as methods for healing, empowerment and life enhancement. My focus is to be a conduit for compassion, grace, and healing. In therapy sessions, clients use talk therapy and/or art materials and techniques to explore emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects in order to access their innate wisdom and healing potential. By providing a safe and non-judgmental space for clients there is an invitation to enter a path into curiosity, discovery, and enrichment which presents openings for change and growth.

I believe change is possible even in times of turmoil. I have devoted my career to working with clients looking for new beginnings, responding to trauma, and healing. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), life transitions including death, divorce, unemployment, women and couple's issues, and motivational coaching.

............ Fear, Sadness, Loneliness, Past traumas, Memory concerns, Relationship problems, Worries and anxiety, Feelings of anger and aggression, Attention and concentration problems, Intellectual and developmental challenges, Feeling out of sorts or like life is not worth living ............These are problems in living. All of us encounter some of them at some point in our lives. They occur in childhood, adolescence and throughout adulthood. We may experience them personally or see them in those we love.

I am passionate about assisting others as they draw meaning in their lives and seek to establish relational support when faced with adversity. Oftentimes it is difficult to connect from the inside out and from the outside in when we are hurting. Many individuals are longing for someone to hear, care, and validate their feelings. I have worked with diverse populations with a myriad of mental health challenges, and have come to an understanding that hurt and pain knows no race, creed, or ethnicity; we all share in these throughout our lifetime.

In Person appts now available! I am passionate about empowering people to live a healthy and balanced life full of peace and joy. We all are wounded and may even feel broken at times. And at the same time, we seek to live and to love and to connect with the world around us. EMDR therapy can help transform past traumatic or negative experiences into a life of joy, peace, and connection. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel comfortable and able to be open, honest, and vulnerable.

Welcome to Comprehensive Services of Illinois! CSI staff members are looking forward to servicing you. They are phenomenal, providing comprehensive, high quality, accessible, affordable and effective services to children, adolescent and adults. Professional services are tailored to individual, couple and family need. Their goals are to assist, empower, and respond to your needs. While demonstrating the Comprehensive Services of Illinois philosophy: commitment, compassion, confidentiality, dignity, empathy, empowerment, excellence, genuineness, purpose, respect, support and understanding. Call today to schedule an appointment.

Hi! I’m Hamidah Muhammad, an EMDR Therapist. We all go through challenging times and experiences, and I’m here to help. We'll use the power of EMDR Therapy to help you heal and transform hard experiences into growth.

As a Christian counselor, you get the opportunity to engage with your faith while in therapy. I specialize in complexities of maternal and relationship issues . Trust, communication, relationship rebuilding, and conflict resolution are my priorities. I help clients process trauma and regulate their emotions. With me, you'll find a safe, non-judgmental space to navigate these challenges and discover spiritual and emotional wholeness. Let's embark on this transformative journey together.

My ideal client is anyone who feels brave and willing enough to take the journey into self-discovery. Regardless of their issues clients need to know and experience positive regard, attentive listening and judgement free interactions. Clients need to feel that their concerns or needs can be met by a clinical professional. The goals of any client would come from collaboration and would hopefully be deemed realistic, worthwhile and attainable.

There comes a point in all of our lives that we could use the help of a professional when we are lacking the proper tools for success. This is also true when seeking support for your mental health. Finding a mental health provider to assist you in finding better ways to cope and manage whatever you are struggling with is a brave move and this is the first big step in your journey toward mental wholeness.

How do you treat yourself? Can you say you treat yourself with the same compassion and care you show your family? Your friends? Your partner? Are you your best supporter or your biggest critic? We should talk! My passion is working with adults who are not satisfied with their relationships - with friends, family, or significant others. You deserve to feel loved and important, I want to help you identify and remove the barriers keeping you from realizing the life you want.