Therapists in Inverness, IL

Finding a therapist can be an overwhelming task. Life can be full of complexities that can be difficult to navigate. Considering that you may be feeling sad or overwhelmed, I commend you for taking the brave first steps towards taking care of yourself. I believe in the value and worth of the person and that we all possess strengths to help us in the journey of life. If you have been feeling stuck, we can work together to uncover what is holding you back and help you to develop the tools that will move you forward.

In my practice with clients, I try to create an environment of compassion and acceptance in which the client feels safe and supported to do their own self-exploration and healing. My approach is to be respectful and mindful and adapt to the unique needs of each person I work with.

Life can be overwhelming for everyone. We may think it's just us, but maybe it's because we have a tendency to compare how we feel on the inside to how everyone else looks on the outside. Life can be hard, but most of us adapt. However, there are times when we’re more vulnerable, and feel stuck; usually during major life events. In such moments a person is more vulnerable to anxiety and depression; especially if we try to stay strong for too long. Symptoms may cause sleep issues, restlessness, fatigue, irritability, feelings of worthlessness, problems concentrating, and even excessive guilt.

At times we find ourselves experiencing problems and difficulties. We may respond in ways to barely get by and keep moving forward. Sometimes we struggle to feel a sense of belonging or feel consumed with negative thoughts and emotions. Maybe it’s our past that is keeping us from being in the present moment or it’s adding to our overall stress. In therapy, we can identify new ways to cope with difficulties and other life struggles that may be hurting our overall health or relationships.

I am a bilingual therapist, providing psychotherapy to Spanish and English speaking clients. My approach is compassionate and focused on leveraging your strengths to lead towards a worthwhile life. I tailor my approach to the individual with whom I work. This includes their needs, culture, values, personality and goals. Through our work we will examine your thoughts, actions and behaviors and move towards empowering you to realize more purpose, reach higher fulfillment and build your own self esteem. I work with individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents.

I believe you are the expert on your life. I will work with you to reach your goals, whatever they may be. I meet you where you are in life and work with you. The motto of my office is "We can cry and we can swear, we don't judge, but we care."

Have you been feeling down or worried, and wonder “How can I feel better”? Maybe you want to feel more connected with others and learn more about yourself. You may have reached a point of wanting to become “unstuck” and work on things you have never addressed before. We often experience seasons in our lives where we seek change- whether it is with ourselves, our relationships, or work. Changes begin with a first step, so thank you for considering me to support you on your journey!

Mr. Alexander Sotirov is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the Roosevelt University. He is fluent in Bulgarian and English, and can provide translating services. Alexander provides individual therapy and couple’s counseling. He specializes in depression, anxiety, PTSD and ADHD. It is important to Alexander to develop rapport with his clients in order for them to feel comfortable sharing life experiences.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and received my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University. I obtained comprehensive clinical training at The Family Institute's Bette D. Harris Family and Child Clinic working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. I am also a Clinical Fellow member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. I provide a nonjudgmental, safe therapeutic environment for my clients. My sense of humor and genuine personality has helped many of my clients reduce their anxiety about the therapy process.

We have all been experiencing pressure and anxiety in our lives. Which has led to increasing conflict with a partner, decreasing connection with a teenager, challenging situations at work, financial pressure at home, so many stressors. And we all get stuck. Even though this happens to all of us, facing these challenges can be lonely and overwhelming. My name is Lisa Bohn. I'm a clinical therapist and I would like to walk with you during this difficult and uncertain time.

"I feel a personal strength of mine is relating to people in a straight-forward, honest and authentic manner. I feel that my therapy approach is just an extension of my personality. If you are looking for someone who offers a relaxed environment, who is easy to relate and talk to, and will offer specific feedback to what you are facing, call me and set an appointment today.

I want my clients to be able to explore their vulnerabilities, stressors, concerns, and make positive and organic changes to their lives. Everything needs to be taken day by day and slowly. Nothing can be changed over night, but together we can work together.

As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I work with individual clients in the diagnosis and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders and addictions. I work with a diversity of people to better understand their personal psychology and behavior, resulting in new options and positive outcomes. Additionally, I offer assistance for couples struggling with infidelity, communication, conflict resolution and resentment.

I have a passion for guiding people through various stages of life from the teenage years to the golden years. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate their way of living when emotional, mental, spiritual, and relational problems are too much to handle on their own. You do not have to work through these things on your own!

Creating a safe, calm, inclusive, and non-judgmental therapeutic space is part of my mission. As an embodied listener, I am honored to hold others’ stories in confidence and help uncover their deeply held understanding and expertise of their lives from a strengths-based perspective. I am particularly awed at the incremental freedom that comes from engaging stories of harm, trauma, and abuse. The beauty freedom produces led me to seek certification in narrative-focused trauma therapy and internal family systems.

Experiencing personal or relationship distress? Are you having trouble with anxiety, stress, or conflicting emotions? With my help, you can reclaim and enjoy your life! I provide a safe and caring place for my clients to deal with difficult, real-life issues. We collaborate to help shift your life and circumstances in the direction you want to move. We work together to address problems which are affecting day-to-day living, and explore situations and conflicts which cause internal and relational struggles. We also develop your strengths, and build strategies which will improve your sense of clarity and well-being.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with clinical experience working with children, adolescents and families in clinical and school settings. I help my clients learn skills that will help them become the inner self they aspire to be. My areas of focus include anxiety, eating disorders, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, mood disorders, family conflict, and trauma. I help provide a space that allows a person to be themselves without the pressures that society places on each of us.

Are you or someone you love experiencing the effects of addiction? Its confusing to know what to do, which then leads to indecision or feeling entirely stuck. Often, addictions stem from dysfunctional experiences in childhood. If you’re experiencing an addiction- or have a family member who is- then you can probably relate to feelings of extreme loneliness, struggles with perfectionism, avoidance of feelings, codependency issues, anxiety, and various types of family conflict. You don’t have to go through this alone. TOGETHER we can move toward healing these emotional wounds one step at a time.