Emotionally Focused Psychiatrists in Le Roy, IL

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Hailey Ramseyer
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Hailey, dedicated to helping teenagers and young adults facing ADHD, Autism, trauma, and anxiety. I create a warm, professional space where you can feel safe, understood, and supported. Together, we’ll address your unique needs with personalized, evidence-based strategies, empowering you to overcome challenges and achieve your mental health goals. Let’s work hand-in-hand on a path of self-discovery, resilience, and growth—so you can thrive in every aspect of your life. Your journey towards a more empowered and balanced self starts here.
Hi, I’m Hailey, dedicated to helping teenagers and young adults facing ADHD, Autism, trauma, and anxiety. I create a warm, professional space where you can feel safe, understood, and supported. Together, we’ll address your unique needs with personalized, evidence-based strategies, empowering you to overcome challenges and achieve your mental health goals. Let’s work hand-in-hand on a path of self-discovery, resilience, and growth—so you can thrive in every aspect of your life. Your journey towards a more empowered and balanced self starts here.
(309) 822-9004 View (309) 822-9004
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Caroline Van Aman
Counselor, LCPC, MS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Life can bring about overwhelming emotional experiences that make us feel out of touch with our ourselves. Healing is possible. Neuroscience has shown us that our brains have the ability to make new connections and heal throughout our entire lives. We can restore our balance and find ourselves again. I love helping my clients to make new healthy connections. I am committed to the clients that I serve. I use a structured approach and have clear plan of action.
Life can bring about overwhelming emotional experiences that make us feel out of touch with our ourselves. Healing is possible. Neuroscience has shown us that our brains have the ability to make new connections and heal throughout our entire lives. We can restore our balance and find ourselves again. I love helping my clients to make new healthy connections. I am committed to the clients that I serve. I use a structured approach and have clear plan of action.
(309) 220-3953 View (309) 220-3953

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Emily Breitweiser
Counselor, LPC, NCC
2 Endorsed
Heyworth, IL 61745
I support my clients through an integrative approach using experiential and attachment-based therapies like AEDP, and EFT.
I’m dedicated to walking alongside individuals ages 16+ on their healing journeys. I specialize in supporting those facing grief, anxiety, chronic stress, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I am especially passionate about working with teens and young adults experiencing grief, anxiety, and depression. I believe that each person is the expert on their own life, and my role is to create a safe and nurturing space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment. With a warm, compassionate, and culturally sensitive trauma-informed approach, I strive to help clients transform into their authentic selves.
I support my clients through an integrative approach using experiential and attachment-based therapies like AEDP, and EFT.
I’m dedicated to walking alongside individuals ages 16+ on their healing journeys. I specialize in supporting those facing grief, anxiety, chronic stress, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I am especially passionate about working with teens and young adults experiencing grief, anxiety, and depression. I believe that each person is the expert on their own life, and my role is to create a safe and nurturing space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment. With a warm, compassionate, and culturally sensitive trauma-informed approach, I strive to help clients transform into their authentic selves.
(309) 448-4307 View (309) 448-4307
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Kendrique Coats- Athlete Mental Performance
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Online Only
I also incorporate approaches like Emotion-Focused Therapy ( EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and CBT, tailoring our work to fit your needs.
You’ve been pushing your body and mind to the limit for years, but now, it feels like everything’s crashing down. Injuries, uncertainty about life after sports, and the weight of not being who you used to be can leave you feeling lost. Anxiety, depression, and emotional struggles only add to the pressure. With 10 years of experience working with athletes, I understand the mental and emotional battles you’re facing. Whether you’re working to get back in the game or figuring out what comes next, I’m here to help you process, heal, and regain your strength on and off the field. Let’s work together to find a path forward.
I also incorporate approaches like Emotion-Focused Therapy ( EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and CBT, tailoring our work to fit your needs.
You’ve been pushing your body and mind to the limit for years, but now, it feels like everything’s crashing down. Injuries, uncertainty about life after sports, and the weight of not being who you used to be can leave you feeling lost. Anxiety, depression, and emotional struggles only add to the pressure. With 10 years of experience working with athletes, I understand the mental and emotional battles you’re facing. Whether you’re working to get back in the game or figuring out what comes next, I’m here to help you process, heal, and regain your strength on and off the field. Let’s work together to find a path forward.
(309) 322-9523 View (309) 322-9523
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Kendrique Coats- Marriage/Relationship Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Online Only
As a Licensed Couples Therapist, I integrate Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) to help couples strengthen emotional bonds, improve communication, & rebuild trust, while EMDR supports processing past wounds, reducing distress, and breaking negative patterns that keep you stuck.
I help couples improve communication, rebuild trust, and deepen connection. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy, I guide couples in strengthening their bond & understanding each other’s needs. I also integrate EMDR to help process past wounds and break negative patterns. My goal is to support your growth and healing, helping you create healthier relationships.
As a Licensed Couples Therapist, I integrate Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) to help couples strengthen emotional bonds, improve communication, & rebuild trust, while EMDR supports processing past wounds, reducing distress, and breaking negative patterns that keep you stuck.
I help couples improve communication, rebuild trust, and deepen connection. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy, I guide couples in strengthening their bond & understanding each other’s needs. I also integrate EMDR to help process past wounds and break negative patterns. My goal is to support your growth and healing, helping you create healthier relationships.
(309) 250-3606 View (309) 250-3606
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Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(309) 248-6507 View (309) 248-6507
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Ken Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Bloomington, IL 61701
I tend to prefer cognitive behavioral, rational emotive behavioral, and emotionally focused therapy for individuals and couples.
If you are reading this there is good chance you are considering therapy. I sincerely respect that and commend you! Taking the next step to make "the call" is a courageous and self-honoring act, one I want to encourage you to carry out. It would be my honor to work with you in a supportive, trusting, therapeutic relationship to, mutually, seek to better understand your struggles, collaboratively develop specific, attainable goals, and develop a sound strategy for reaching those goals, all in an environment that supports you. Working together I will strive to help you feel heard, accepted, understood, and hopeful.
I tend to prefer cognitive behavioral, rational emotive behavioral, and emotionally focused therapy for individuals and couples.
If you are reading this there is good chance you are considering therapy. I sincerely respect that and commend you! Taking the next step to make "the call" is a courageous and self-honoring act, one I want to encourage you to carry out. It would be my honor to work with you in a supportive, trusting, therapeutic relationship to, mutually, seek to better understand your struggles, collaboratively develop specific, attainable goals, and develop a sound strategy for reaching those goals, all in an environment that supports you. Working together I will strive to help you feel heard, accepted, understood, and hopeful.
(309) 252-4831 View (309) 252-4831
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Andi Mandel
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I use Experiential therapy including Satir’s Transformational Systemic Therapy (STST), & Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) from a systemic & feminist lens, to help clients process current & past events in their lives.
Relationships can be difficult. Whether it is familial, romantic or platonic, each of us is the sum of all the experiences, communities, and cultures we have been involved in and around our entire lives. We often struggle to understand how to effectively communicate, as well as making and keeping connections.
I use Experiential therapy including Satir’s Transformational Systemic Therapy (STST), & Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) from a systemic & feminist lens, to help clients process current & past events in their lives.
Relationships can be difficult. Whether it is familial, romantic or platonic, each of us is the sum of all the experiences, communities, and cultures we have been involved in and around our entire lives. We often struggle to understand how to effectively communicate, as well as making and keeping connections.
(773) 832-5954 View (773) 832-5954
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Charles Alex Parlette
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
I often use Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) in my practice with both couples and individuals.
Arguing about the same thing… AGAIN. The disagreements and anger seem to materialize out of thin air. It’s like there’s buried pain that stews and festers, and bickering is the only way to let it out. Your relationship has been off course lately, and you’ve felt the resentment building as your wants and needs go unmet. There’s a part of you hoping your issues just go away, but a bigger part of you knows better. You know you have to get to the root of what’s ailing your relationship, but you’ll never solve the problem with this endless cycle of fighting and apologizing. It’s time to do something different.
I often use Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) in my practice with both couples and individuals.
Arguing about the same thing… AGAIN. The disagreements and anger seem to materialize out of thin air. It’s like there’s buried pain that stews and festers, and bickering is the only way to let it out. Your relationship has been off course lately, and you’ve felt the resentment building as your wants and needs go unmet. There’s a part of you hoping your issues just go away, but a bigger part of you knows better. You know you have to get to the root of what’s ailing your relationship, but you’ll never solve the problem with this endless cycle of fighting and apologizing. It’s time to do something different.
(312) 553-0403 View (312) 553-0403
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Emily Heming
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I use a variety of approaches, including dialectical behavior therapy, emotionally focused therapy, positive psychology, and family systems.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 3 years of experience in the mental health field and 6 years in behavioral health. I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults feel empowered and validated. I offer counseling to individuals, couples, and families dealing with a wide range of issues, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, anger, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions. My goal is to create a secure, welcoming environment to discuss and reflect on all areas of life.
I use a variety of approaches, including dialectical behavior therapy, emotionally focused therapy, positive psychology, and family systems.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 3 years of experience in the mental health field and 6 years in behavioral health. I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults feel empowered and validated. I offer counseling to individuals, couples, and families dealing with a wide range of issues, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, anger, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions. My goal is to create a secure, welcoming environment to discuss and reflect on all areas of life.
(217) 837-9350 View (217) 837-9350
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Lyn Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR-C, CCTP
Serves Area
For couples, bring my expertise in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and as a Gottman Level 3 trained therapist to help you improve communication, manage emotions, resolve conflicts, and keep the romance alive in your relationship.
I’m here to help you navigate life's challenges with understanding and support. As a therapist certified in EMDR and trained extensively in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I specialize in assisting adults with anxiety, depression, addiction, phobias, hoarding, OCD, PTSD, and traumatic stress. My approach is all about working together to understand your thoughts, develop skills to manage behaviors, embrace difficult emotions, enhance present-moment awareness, and align your actions with your values and goals.
For couples, bring my expertise in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and as a Gottman Level 3 trained therapist to help you improve communication, manage emotions, resolve conflicts, and keep the romance alive in your relationship.
I’m here to help you navigate life's challenges with understanding and support. As a therapist certified in EMDR and trained extensively in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I specialize in assisting adults with anxiety, depression, addiction, phobias, hoarding, OCD, PTSD, and traumatic stress. My approach is all about working together to understand your thoughts, develop skills to manage behaviors, embrace difficult emotions, enhance present-moment awareness, and align your actions with your values and goals.
(217) 610-5065 View (217) 610-5065
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Rileigh Kilgore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I integrate evidence-based treatment modalities like CBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) to support lasting change.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're carrying the weight of unresolved childhood wounds, persistent self-doubt, or a deep sense of disconnection in your relationships. Whether you're a teen navigating identity and emotions, an adult working through the impact of childhood trauma, or a couple trying to break painful cycles, you're not alone—and healing is possible. I offer a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your inner world with compassion and curiosity.
I integrate evidence-based treatment modalities like CBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) to support lasting change.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're carrying the weight of unresolved childhood wounds, persistent self-doubt, or a deep sense of disconnection in your relationships. Whether you're a teen navigating identity and emotions, an adult working through the impact of childhood trauma, or a couple trying to break painful cycles, you're not alone—and healing is possible. I offer a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your inner world with compassion and curiosity.
(217) 846-9628 View (217) 846-9628
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Keelan Dennis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT, MS
Online Only
I integrate IFS, Narrative Therapy, Brainspotting, and EFT to help clients heal trauma and strengthen relationships.
Do you feel overwhelmed by the weight of emotional trauma, anxiety, or depression? I provide compassionate, specialized care for individuals navigating emotional trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I understand how these experiences can deeply impact not only your sense of self but also your relationships. I also offer couples therapy for couples and families struggling with communication breakdowns, trust issues, and infidelity.
I integrate IFS, Narrative Therapy, Brainspotting, and EFT to help clients heal trauma and strengthen relationships.
Do you feel overwhelmed by the weight of emotional trauma, anxiety, or depression? I provide compassionate, specialized care for individuals navigating emotional trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I understand how these experiences can deeply impact not only your sense of self but also your relationships. I also offer couples therapy for couples and families struggling with communication breakdowns, trust issues, and infidelity.
(309) 431-1649 View (309) 431-1649
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Sara Livengood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Normal, IL 61761
EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) are our secret weapons for tackling your challenges.
Feeling like your relationship hit a speed bump? I get it—betrayal, arguments, and a dip in intimacy can make the road ahead seem tough. But every great love story has its challenges, and with the right tools, yours can get back on track! I specialize in guiding couples through their toughest times with care, understanding, and a sprinkle of humor. Imagine transforming heated debates into meaningful conversations, reigniting that passionate spark, and rebuilding trust like never before. Let’s rewrite your love story together. Because every couple deserves a happily ever after.
EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) are our secret weapons for tackling your challenges.
Feeling like your relationship hit a speed bump? I get it—betrayal, arguments, and a dip in intimacy can make the road ahead seem tough. But every great love story has its challenges, and with the right tools, yours can get back on track! I specialize in guiding couples through their toughest times with care, understanding, and a sprinkle of humor. Imagine transforming heated debates into meaningful conversations, reigniting that passionate spark, and rebuilding trust like never before. Let’s rewrite your love story together. Because every couple deserves a happily ever after.
(309) 425-2763 View (309) 425-2763
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Dawn Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
1 Endorsed
Mahomet, IL 61853
I utilize techniques from DBT, CBT, ACT, CFT, Emotionally Focused, Trauma Informed, and others to help restore your inner peace.
Do you need someone to just listen to you or provide additional support for what you're going through? Do you feel like no one understands you or what you are experiencing? Do you feel overwhelmed, numb, burnt out, guilty, or lost? I would like to offer you a safe and confidential space to meet you where you currently are. Depression, anxiety, and trauma can be overwhelming, and I want to strive to help those experiencing such difficult feelings. I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois, and am a Licensed Social Worker.
I utilize techniques from DBT, CBT, ACT, CFT, Emotionally Focused, Trauma Informed, and others to help restore your inner peace.
Do you need someone to just listen to you or provide additional support for what you're going through? Do you feel like no one understands you or what you are experiencing? Do you feel overwhelmed, numb, burnt out, guilty, or lost? I would like to offer you a safe and confidential space to meet you where you currently are. Depression, anxiety, and trauma can be overwhelming, and I want to strive to help those experiencing such difficult feelings. I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois, and am a Licensed Social Worker.
(217) 636-5257 View (217) 636-5257
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Jamie Stevens - Jamie Stevens Counseling Group
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Then I have many tools in my toolkits such as CBT, DBT, Emotionally Focused, and Family Systems work.
Jamie is a skilled and experienced therapist with more than 15 years of expertise in the area of neurodiversity. She is certified as an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS) and as an ADHD Certified Clinical Specialist (ADHD-CCSP). She possesses an extensive range of techniques that can provide significant benefits to her clients, including improved executive functioning, self-regulation, self-acceptance, social abilities, mood regulation, and overall mental well-being. Jamie’s approach to therapy is centered around the individual, putting her clients’ needs at the forefront of her practice.
Then I have many tools in my toolkits such as CBT, DBT, Emotionally Focused, and Family Systems work.
Jamie is a skilled and experienced therapist with more than 15 years of expertise in the area of neurodiversity. She is certified as an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS) and as an ADHD Certified Clinical Specialist (ADHD-CCSP). She possesses an extensive range of techniques that can provide significant benefits to her clients, including improved executive functioning, self-regulation, self-acceptance, social abilities, mood regulation, and overall mental well-being. Jamie’s approach to therapy is centered around the individual, putting her clients’ needs at the forefront of her practice.
(217) 840-2785 View (217) 840-2785
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Quanesha Griffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Using evidence-based approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy, I work with couples from diverse backgrounds, helping them develop practical skills to enhance trust and communication.
Couples today often navigate a range of challenges that can impact the harmony of their relationships. Whether it's setting healthy boundaries, fostering open communication, rebuilding trust after infidelity, or adjusting to new life stages like welcoming a baby, these experiences can strain connections and erode intimacy. They can lead to feelings of resentment, disconnection, or misunderstanding. Yet, addressing these issues with compassion and understanding can pave the way to stronger bonds and renewed commitment. By acknowledging these challenges, couples can embark on a path of healing and growth.
Using evidence-based approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy, I work with couples from diverse backgrounds, helping them develop practical skills to enhance trust and communication.
Couples today often navigate a range of challenges that can impact the harmony of their relationships. Whether it's setting healthy boundaries, fostering open communication, rebuilding trust after infidelity, or adjusting to new life stages like welcoming a baby, these experiences can strain connections and erode intimacy. They can lead to feelings of resentment, disconnection, or misunderstanding. Yet, addressing these issues with compassion and understanding can pave the way to stronger bonds and renewed commitment. By acknowledging these challenges, couples can embark on a path of healing and growth.
(217) 759-9489 View (217) 759-9489
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Sarah Nannen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, ALMFT
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Reaching out for support is a powerful step toward growth, healing, and lasting change that might seem impossible today. Whether you’re healing from trauma, navigating anxiety and/or depression, coping with grief and loss, going through a life transition, struggling in relationships or parenting, our work together can help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that hold wisdom, resilience, and hope — and begin healing the parts shaped by the painful experiences you never should have had to endure.
Reaching out for support is a powerful step toward growth, healing, and lasting change that might seem impossible today. Whether you’re healing from trauma, navigating anxiety and/or depression, coping with grief and loss, going through a life transition, struggling in relationships or parenting, our work together can help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that hold wisdom, resilience, and hope — and begin healing the parts shaped by the painful experiences you never should have had to endure.
(309) 488-4787 View (309) 488-4787
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Amber Williams
Counselor, LCPC
Online Only
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 12 years of professional experience in the mental health field. I have experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBTQI+-related issues, relationship challenges, trauma, and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. As an eclectic therapist, I tailor the dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique needs. I offer a safe, open environment where you can share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 12 years of professional experience in the mental health field. I have experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBTQI+-related issues, relationship challenges, trauma, and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. As an eclectic therapist, I tailor the dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique needs. I offer a safe, open environment where you can share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.
(309) 388-3427 View (309) 388-3427
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Great Lakes Psychology Group - Decatur
Marriage & Family Therapist
Bloomington, IL 61704
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Decatur understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Decatur understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
(217) 335-4378 View (217) 335-4378
Emotionally Focused Therapists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.