Female Therapists in Lake In The Hills, IL
My work is focused on empowering my clients to feel both motivated and capable of achieving their goals. People have a natural tendency to heal and grow, but sometimes the work of self-exploration can be uncomfortable and difficult. I meet my clients where they are and we move at a pace they are comfortable with. This does not mean I won't challenge you to expand your comfort zone, only that I won't push you into the deep end of the pool without knowing you can swim. I find I do my best work with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, boundaries, communication, self-esteem, stress and time management, and mindfulness.
My work is focused on empowering my clients to feel both motivated and capable of achieving their goals. People have a natural tendency to heal and grow, but sometimes the work of self-exploration can be uncomfortable and difficult. I meet my clients where they are and we move at a pace they are comfortable with. This does not mean I won't challenge you to expand your comfort zone, only that I won't push you into the deep end of the pool without knowing you can swim. I find I do my best work with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, boundaries, communication, self-esteem, stress and time management, and mindfulness.
I have a passion for working with younger people who are experiencing many of life's firsts: first love, first heartache, first time leaving home, etc. I have taught a court ordered class on Parenting Through Divorce for more than 20 years and have helped many children and adults through that intense life transition. More recently I have worked with people who are struggling with a different life transition--those who are entering their "third act" of life and considering developing new meaning and satisfaction in life after they have launched their children.
I have a passion for working with younger people who are experiencing many of life's firsts: first love, first heartache, first time leaving home, etc. I have taught a court ordered class on Parenting Through Divorce for more than 20 years and have helped many children and adults through that intense life transition. More recently I have worked with people who are struggling with a different life transition--those who are entering their "third act" of life and considering developing new meaning and satisfaction in life after they have launched their children.
I take an individualized approach to therapy. No two people are the same and not every therapeutic approach works for everyone. I encourage each person to identify their goals for a therapeutic relationship. I have an extensive history of acute crisis management and had worked for Amita Health System for more than 16 years. I am comfortable working with people of all ages, couples, families. I have worked with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addictions, impulse control disorders and trauma work. I have a strong believe in a holistic approach to wellness, Healthy Mind, Healthy Body and Healthy Spirit.
I take an individualized approach to therapy. No two people are the same and not every therapeutic approach works for everyone. I encourage each person to identify their goals for a therapeutic relationship. I have an extensive history of acute crisis management and had worked for Amita Health System for more than 16 years. I am comfortable working with people of all ages, couples, families. I have worked with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addictions, impulse control disorders and trauma work. I have a strong believe in a holistic approach to wellness, Healthy Mind, Healthy Body and Healthy Spirit.
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If you had to describe your life in words it may sound like, overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or on edge. You may be thinking to yourself, "Why can't I just get over this?".
You have come to the right place. I specialize in working with those struggling with trauma related issues as it contributes to their mood and mental health. These thoughts and feelings can be debilitating and infiltrate your day to day life. I especially enjoy working with trauma related issues, perinatal health, and mothers.
Welcome!
If you had to describe your life in words it may sound like, overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or on edge. You may be thinking to yourself, "Why can't I just get over this?".
You have come to the right place. I specialize in working with those struggling with trauma related issues as it contributes to their mood and mental health. These thoughts and feelings can be debilitating and infiltrate your day to day life. I especially enjoy working with trauma related issues, perinatal health, and mothers.
Inner Light Counseling, PLLC with Allison Altmann
Counselor, MS-Ed, LCPC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! My name is Alli and I am so glad you are here! It is an honor to walk alongside people on their wellness journeys. Life can get messy and being human is hard. Whatever you are experiencing, the first step toward healing and growth takes courage. You have already taken that step by reading this. Counseling is a safe space to explore thought patterns, heal emotional wounds, and find acceptance and joy in life and relationships.
Hi! My name is Alli and I am so glad you are here! It is an honor to walk alongside people on their wellness journeys. Life can get messy and being human is hard. Whatever you are experiencing, the first step toward healing and growth takes courage. You have already taken that step by reading this. Counseling is a safe space to explore thought patterns, heal emotional wounds, and find acceptance and joy in life and relationships.
Struggling from time to time with life's stresses is something we all have in common. I'm easy to talk to, practical, down to earth and good at what I do. I specialize in helping people just like you discover meaningful and lasting solutions to emotional, behavioral and relational struggles.
Struggling from time to time with life's stresses is something we all have in common. I'm easy to talk to, practical, down to earth and good at what I do. I specialize in helping people just like you discover meaningful and lasting solutions to emotional, behavioral and relational struggles.
Denene Lewis has been working in the mental health field for over 25 years and has been providing counseling services for 20+ years. Her approach is integrative and individualized to meet each client’s needs. The goal is to assist clients in reaching their full potential through education, teaching, and modeling skills while helping them identify barriers that prevent change.
Denene Lewis has been working in the mental health field for over 25 years and has been providing counseling services for 20+ years. Her approach is integrative and individualized to meet each client’s needs. The goal is to assist clients in reaching their full potential through education, teaching, and modeling skills while helping them identify barriers that prevent change.
Reanna Barth, LPC, helps individuals and families across Illinois navigate life’s challenges with compassion, insight, and a strengths-based approach. She incorporates a systemic perspective to assist clients in understanding how their environments influence their behaviors and choices, empowering them to create positive change. Reanna serves children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, offering personalized care that meets the unique needs of each age group. Her expertise spans individual, family, and couples therapy, addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Reanna Barth, LPC, helps individuals and families across Illinois navigate life’s challenges with compassion, insight, and a strengths-based approach. She incorporates a systemic perspective to assist clients in understanding how their environments influence their behaviors and choices, empowering them to create positive change. Reanna serves children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, offering personalized care that meets the unique needs of each age group. Her expertise spans individual, family, and couples therapy, addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Hi, I’m Victoria, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have over six years of experience working in foster care and adoption, and I now support individuals and families through direct therapy work. I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Erikson Institute in 2019, where my studies focused on child development and family systems. My background allows me to bring a thoughtful, compassionate understanding to the unique challenges individuals and families face.
Hi, I’m Victoria, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have over six years of experience working in foster care and adoption, and I now support individuals and families through direct therapy work. I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Erikson Institute in 2019, where my studies focused on child development and family systems. My background allows me to bring a thoughtful, compassionate understanding to the unique challenges individuals and families face.
We have been providing psychological services to McHenry County for nearly two decades. Our therapists have a diverse range of experience and evidence-based approaches, which allows them to connect with our clients. We pride ourselves on being flexible, creative, and "out of the box" thinkers in order to meet the needs of individuals in a very personalized manner. We believe treatment is a team approach and we are here to walk with our clients on their path to wellness. Additionally, we pride ourselves on having a calm, comfortable, and collaborative environment where clients feel safe expressing themselves.
We have been providing psychological services to McHenry County for nearly two decades. Our therapists have a diverse range of experience and evidence-based approaches, which allows them to connect with our clients. We pride ourselves on being flexible, creative, and "out of the box" thinkers in order to meet the needs of individuals in a very personalized manner. We believe treatment is a team approach and we are here to walk with our clients on their path to wellness. Additionally, we pride ourselves on having a calm, comfortable, and collaborative environment where clients feel safe expressing themselves.
Everyone struggles. from time to time. I am committed to helping my clients harness their power to foster healing and restore balance to those who have been impacted by, days of feeling defeated and overwhelmed, mental health, trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, addiction and other life stressors. I provide a collaborative, safe, non-judgmental, empathetic environment in which you are free to discover your true authentic self while developing meaningful and lasting solutions to emotional, behavioral and relational struggles. I help clients gain insight about how their past impacts the present and am EMDR trained.
Everyone struggles. from time to time. I am committed to helping my clients harness their power to foster healing and restore balance to those who have been impacted by, days of feeling defeated and overwhelmed, mental health, trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, addiction and other life stressors. I provide a collaborative, safe, non-judgmental, empathetic environment in which you are free to discover your true authentic self while developing meaningful and lasting solutions to emotional, behavioral and relational struggles. I help clients gain insight about how their past impacts the present and am EMDR trained.
Transformations Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LCPC, NCC, CRADC
1 Endorsed
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
Our experienced team of therapists has been helping clients achieve their best self, better relationships, and a more balanced life since 2012. The more common struggles we help clients overcome are anxiety and depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship problems, and parenting challenges. If you have been wrestling with these or other issues, we are here to help. We work with older kids (8+), adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Most of our therapists are EMDR trained (EMDRIA approved) and also use other effective approaches including CBT, DBT, and systemic approaches.
Our experienced team of therapists has been helping clients achieve their best self, better relationships, and a more balanced life since 2012. The more common struggles we help clients overcome are anxiety and depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship problems, and parenting challenges. If you have been wrestling with these or other issues, we are here to help. We work with older kids (8+), adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Most of our therapists are EMDR trained (EMDRIA approved) and also use other effective approaches including CBT, DBT, and systemic approaches.
Melissa Downey is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2022. She has an M.S. Ed in Counseling. Melissa believes in taking a holistic, person-centered approach, focused on each person’s strengths as a way to personalize their experience. She strives to work together with clients on achieving those goals through realistic goalsetting, drawing from strengths each person already has within them, combined with new skills learned in session together. Melissa truly believes that everyone has within them the ability, potential, and drive to achieve their goals.
Melissa Downey is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2022. She has an M.S. Ed in Counseling. Melissa believes in taking a holistic, person-centered approach, focused on each person’s strengths as a way to personalize their experience. She strives to work together with clients on achieving those goals through realistic goalsetting, drawing from strengths each person already has within them, combined with new skills learned in session together. Melissa truly believes that everyone has within them the ability, potential, and drive to achieve their goals.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for working with pre-teens, teens and young adults. This passion developed during my several years working within the child welfare system of Nebraska. I worked alongside children and families during traumatic life events helping them navigate through their experiences. Life is hard, with many roadblocks that can reveal difficult thoughts, feelings, and emotions you are unsure how to cope with. I am here to help you understand those emotions while challenging you to face uncertainities in order for you to be successful.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for working with pre-teens, teens and young adults. This passion developed during my several years working within the child welfare system of Nebraska. I worked alongside children and families during traumatic life events helping them navigate through their experiences. Life is hard, with many roadblocks that can reveal difficult thoughts, feelings, and emotions you are unsure how to cope with. I am here to help you understand those emotions while challenging you to face uncertainities in order for you to be successful.
Thank you for choosing Forward Hope for your mental health well-being. It's truly an honor to embark on this journey toward personal growth and fulfillment alongside you. At Forward Hope, our diverse team of professionals bring a wealth of experience and expertise, with certifications in Integrative Mental Health, CBT, MI, Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and substance use counseling. Within our inclusive group practice, we're dedicated to guiding you through challenges like addictive behaviors, family conflicts, trauma, abuse, motivation issues, pregnancy and childbirth complications, and low self-esteem.
Thank you for choosing Forward Hope for your mental health well-being. It's truly an honor to embark on this journey toward personal growth and fulfillment alongside you. At Forward Hope, our diverse team of professionals bring a wealth of experience and expertise, with certifications in Integrative Mental Health, CBT, MI, Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and substance use counseling. Within our inclusive group practice, we're dedicated to guiding you through challenges like addictive behaviors, family conflicts, trauma, abuse, motivation issues, pregnancy and childbirth complications, and low self-esteem.
I became a therapist because, during my time as a nurse, I saw how many people were struggling emotionally and mentally. They needed someone to listen and help them heal. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, women, and couples.
I became a therapist because, during my time as a nurse, I saw how many people were struggling emotionally and mentally. They needed someone to listen and help them heal. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, women, and couples.
Education and Training: Mrs. Simona Stanila received her Bachelor's Degree in Education, Literature and Languages from the University of Bucharest, Romania and her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (MACL) from Argosy University, Schaumburg, Illinois. She is currently working towards her Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) at Argosy University, Chicago, Illinois. During her Practicum for her Master's Degree, Mrs. Simona Stanila worked at the Streamwood Behavioral Health Center in Illinois as a part of the Advanced Crisis Therapy (ACT) unit.
Education and Training: Mrs. Simona Stanila received her Bachelor's Degree in Education, Literature and Languages from the University of Bucharest, Romania and her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (MACL) from Argosy University, Schaumburg, Illinois. She is currently working towards her Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) at Argosy University, Chicago, Illinois. During her Practicum for her Master's Degree, Mrs. Simona Stanila worked at the Streamwood Behavioral Health Center in Illinois as a part of the Advanced Crisis Therapy (ACT) unit.
Currently taking new clients in Lake in the Hills and via telehealth in IL.
The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change. - Carl Rogers. I believe the opportunity to walk alongside my clients through the ever changing seasons of their lives is nothing short of a privilege. Each and every client that I have worked with has left a lasting mark on my heart. I hope to create a space that is safe, authentic, and affirming.
Currently taking new clients in Lake in the Hills and via telehealth in IL.
The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change. - Carl Rogers. I believe the opportunity to walk alongside my clients through the ever changing seasons of their lives is nothing short of a privilege. Each and every client that I have worked with has left a lasting mark on my heart. I hope to create a space that is safe, authentic, and affirming.
I have been in the field of mental health for over 25 years. My extensive background has allowed me to help clients with many different types of problems or issues. My goal is to help you achieve your goals and to overcome any obstacles you might face. In therapy, I tend to be very direct and empathic. I am involved in the therapuetic process and use a cognitive behavioral approach to help you understand your issues better and to find ways to overcome them and to enrich your life.
I have been in the field of mental health for over 25 years. My extensive background has allowed me to help clients with many different types of problems or issues. My goal is to help you achieve your goals and to overcome any obstacles you might face. In therapy, I tend to be very direct and empathic. I am involved in the therapuetic process and use a cognitive behavioral approach to help you understand your issues better and to find ways to overcome them and to enrich your life.
BZA Behavioral Health is an inclusive, highly specialized group of clinicians dedicated to the emotional and behavioral wellness of the individuals and families we treat. We value the diversity & unique experiences of each person & it is our mission to have comprehensive & individualized types of treatment options to best match those personal needs. Services we offer include (but are not limited to) neuropsychological/psychological assessment, psychiatry, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, & art therapy. We work with clients of all ages to utilizing strength to cope with life's challenges.
BZA Behavioral Health is an inclusive, highly specialized group of clinicians dedicated to the emotional and behavioral wellness of the individuals and families we treat. We value the diversity & unique experiences of each person & it is our mission to have comprehensive & individualized types of treatment options to best match those personal needs. Services we offer include (but are not limited to) neuropsychological/psychological assessment, psychiatry, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, & art therapy. We work with clients of all ages to utilizing strength to cope with life's challenges.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.