Female Therapists in Lemont, IL
I know that opening up to someone new can be intimidating—but I strive to make therapy a safe, welcoming space where you can feel truly seen and heard.As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), I’m passionate about providing supportive, affirming care to every individual and relationship. I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages, and I specialize in sexual difficulties, relationship issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, men’s and women’s issues, and pre/perinatal transitions, including support through divorce and life transitions.
I know that opening up to someone new can be intimidating—but I strive to make therapy a safe, welcoming space where you can feel truly seen and heard.As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), I’m passionate about providing supportive, affirming care to every individual and relationship. I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages, and I specialize in sexual difficulties, relationship issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, men’s and women’s issues, and pre/perinatal transitions, including support through divorce and life transitions.
I believe that most people, at some point in their lives, face challenging issues such as job or family stress, relationship issues, death, or illness. My philosophy as a practitioner is to help those dealing with such issues to find support and help in facilitating change where it is needed in order to relieve some of the strain and enhance life experiences. My style is compassionate and individualized. While therapy should always be a forward progress, the pace of each person's therapy should be suited to the individual.
I believe that most people, at some point in their lives, face challenging issues such as job or family stress, relationship issues, death, or illness. My philosophy as a practitioner is to help those dealing with such issues to find support and help in facilitating change where it is needed in order to relieve some of the strain and enhance life experiences. My style is compassionate and individualized. While therapy should always be a forward progress, the pace of each person's therapy should be suited to the individual.
The foundation of my work with clients is based on the belief that "it's the relationship that heals." Relationships are vital to our emotional and psychological growth and how we take care of them is important. My goal is to provide a safe, respectful, and empathic place to discuss those situations that matter to you most. I lean toward a relational, psychodynamic, and spiritual approach to the therapeutic process and provide a place to process the meaning of your experiences and help you reconstruct them to reduce barriers to your emotional health.
The foundation of my work with clients is based on the belief that "it's the relationship that heals." Relationships are vital to our emotional and psychological growth and how we take care of them is important. My goal is to provide a safe, respectful, and empathic place to discuss those situations that matter to you most. I lean toward a relational, psychodynamic, and spiritual approach to the therapeutic process and provide a place to process the meaning of your experiences and help you reconstruct them to reduce barriers to your emotional health.
Are you struggling with making a decision or coping with a challenging period in your life? As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, my effort will be focused on establishing a therapeutic relationship in a nonjudgmental, caring and confidential manner. We will work collaboratively and focus on your strengths, take a positive approach to problem solving and utilize skills which are research and evidence based. The goal of the therapeutic process is to improve coping and communication skills to live a more satisfied life and to enrich your relationships.
Are you struggling with making a decision or coping with a challenging period in your life? As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, my effort will be focused on establishing a therapeutic relationship in a nonjudgmental, caring and confidential manner. We will work collaboratively and focus on your strengths, take a positive approach to problem solving and utilize skills which are research and evidence based. The goal of the therapeutic process is to improve coping and communication skills to live a more satisfied life and to enrich your relationships.
Let's Work on Healing Your Mental Health Together!
Clients have reported successful results when introduced to a personalized approach to therapy.
Connecting with clients is what I am passionate about. While helping clients move forward toward reaching their customized therapeutic goals.
Therapy Works!, Lets Talk!
Let's Work on Healing Your Mental Health Together!
Clients have reported successful results when introduced to a personalized approach to therapy.
Connecting with clients is what I am passionate about. While helping clients move forward toward reaching their customized therapeutic goals.
Therapy Works!, Lets Talk!
Have you recently started to understand yourself in a new way—whether through self-reflection, a neuropsychological evaluation, or even social media? Have you tried countless strategies to support your brain, only to feel like nothing really fits? I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and adults who have discovered later in life that they are neurodivergent. Together, we explore what this identity means for you and how to integrate it into your life in a way that aligns with your values. My approach focuses on helping you build a life that feels authentic, sustainable, and fulfilling.
Have you recently started to understand yourself in a new way—whether through self-reflection, a neuropsychological evaluation, or even social media? Have you tried countless strategies to support your brain, only to feel like nothing really fits? I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and adults who have discovered later in life that they are neurodivergent. Together, we explore what this identity means for you and how to integrate it into your life in a way that aligns with your values. My approach focuses on helping you build a life that feels authentic, sustainable, and fulfilling.
I am a compassionate clinical counselor with 30 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. I am an EMDR trauma therapist. Areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, stress and anger management. In addition, I have years of experience working with couples using Gottman techniques. I use hypnotherapy for stress, smoking and weight management. I have taken Eden energy part I which can also assist with emotional and physical well-being. Faced with life's many challenges, you will find that addressing your issues in counseling can dramatically improve your quality of life.
I am a compassionate clinical counselor with 30 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. I am an EMDR trauma therapist. Areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, stress and anger management. In addition, I have years of experience working with couples using Gottman techniques. I use hypnotherapy for stress, smoking and weight management. I have taken Eden energy part I which can also assist with emotional and physical well-being. Faced with life's many challenges, you will find that addressing your issues in counseling can dramatically improve your quality of life.
As a therapist, I am focused on being genuine and mindful with client(s). My individualized approach, along with working together produces the best results. It helps you identify and explore sources of stress, set specific goals, and identify methods to achieve the desired outcome(s). Often times, simply shifting our choices, behaviors, expectations or perceptions can lead to significant improvements in how we feel. Positive outcomes are created with desire and guidance.
As a therapist, I am focused on being genuine and mindful with client(s). My individualized approach, along with working together produces the best results. It helps you identify and explore sources of stress, set specific goals, and identify methods to achieve the desired outcome(s). Often times, simply shifting our choices, behaviors, expectations or perceptions can lead to significant improvements in how we feel. Positive outcomes are created with desire and guidance.
My approach to providing therapy is collaborative and based on the client's existing strengths. I believe in the client's inherent ability to find his/her own solutions to life's challenges, and see my role as a guide in helping to unearth those solutions. I have a warm and open demeanor, which helps to put clients at ease. My style in practicing therapy is active and vocal. With compassion and respect, I will always offer my perspective on any given problem a client may face.
My approach to providing therapy is collaborative and based on the client's existing strengths. I believe in the client's inherent ability to find his/her own solutions to life's challenges, and see my role as a guide in helping to unearth those solutions. I have a warm and open demeanor, which helps to put clients at ease. My style in practicing therapy is active and vocal. With compassion and respect, I will always offer my perspective on any given problem a client may face.
We all need someone to guide us and support us, especially during vicarious times when we are transitioning through our lives, and I am here to guide you through your healing process! Therapy is a place where you can learn about yourself and also get unstuck and unlearn unwanted behaviors. I love being a helping agent in the change process, and my outermost fulfillment is making a difference in a person's life and empowering them to make the best decisions for their lives.
We all need someone to guide us and support us, especially during vicarious times when we are transitioning through our lives, and I am here to guide you through your healing process! Therapy is a place where you can learn about yourself and also get unstuck and unlearn unwanted behaviors. I love being a helping agent in the change process, and my outermost fulfillment is making a difference in a person's life and empowering them to make the best decisions for their lives.
Let’s take the first step toward growing together. I have experience working with individuals (children, teens, adults), couples & families. My approach is person-centered and meeting my client's where they're at and building trust. My clinical background includes experience with: depression, anxiety, women’s issues, navigating cultural issues, self-esteem, family conflict, life transitions & adjustments, trauma, divorce, marital/relationship issues, boundary setting, work-life balance, career issues, parenting issues, grief & loss, communication & stress.
Let’s take the first step toward growing together. I have experience working with individuals (children, teens, adults), couples & families. My approach is person-centered and meeting my client's where they're at and building trust. My clinical background includes experience with: depression, anxiety, women’s issues, navigating cultural issues, self-esteem, family conflict, life transitions & adjustments, trauma, divorce, marital/relationship issues, boundary setting, work-life balance, career issues, parenting issues, grief & loss, communication & stress.
Navigating life's transitions can be overwhelming, especially when compounded by trauma or mood disorders. If you're feeling stuck, anxious, or uncertain, you're not alone. I specialize in supporting adults through these challenges, helping them find clarity and resilience. Together, we'll work to understand your experiences and foster growth.
Navigating life's transitions can be overwhelming, especially when compounded by trauma or mood disorders. If you're feeling stuck, anxious, or uncertain, you're not alone. I specialize in supporting adults through these challenges, helping them find clarity and resilience. Together, we'll work to understand your experiences and foster growth.
Engaging in therapy can be a difficult decision for many people. Whether you are going through a life change, or you feel the need to put the past behind, or maybe simply wish to know yourself better, relate to your loved ones better, improve your academic or professional performance, face your fears, overcome a loss, or just wish to learn more efficient ways to deal with life stressors... these are all great reasons to engage in therapy. For me, genuineness, openness, and a non-judgmental approach are essential ingredients to connect with you, support you, and guide you in your journey.
Engaging in therapy can be a difficult decision for many people. Whether you are going through a life change, or you feel the need to put the past behind, or maybe simply wish to know yourself better, relate to your loved ones better, improve your academic or professional performance, face your fears, overcome a loss, or just wish to learn more efficient ways to deal with life stressors... these are all great reasons to engage in therapy. For me, genuineness, openness, and a non-judgmental approach are essential ingredients to connect with you, support you, and guide you in your journey.
I know that life can be overwhelming—especially for kids and young adults who are often expected to “be fine” without the tools they need to manage their emotions. Just because you're young doesn’t mean you don’t face anxiety, stress, or life transitions. I specialize in working with children ages 6 and up, as well as teens and young adults up to age 25, who are struggling with depression, trauma, low self-esteem, or emotional regulation. Whether your child is withdrawing, acting out, or feeling stuck, I'm here to help.
I know that life can be overwhelming—especially for kids and young adults who are often expected to “be fine” without the tools they need to manage their emotions. Just because you're young doesn’t mean you don’t face anxiety, stress, or life transitions. I specialize in working with children ages 6 and up, as well as teens and young adults up to age 25, who are struggling with depression, trauma, low self-esteem, or emotional regulation. Whether your child is withdrawing, acting out, or feeling stuck, I'm here to help.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or navigating the weight of past experiences? Whether you're facing anxiety, grief, trauma, addiction, or relationship challenges, I offer a supportive space where you can feel seen, heard, and empowered. I work with individuals and couples ages 14 to 70 and specialize in Addictions/Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, LGBTQ+ Issues, Trauma/PTSD, and Stress Management.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or navigating the weight of past experiences? Whether you're facing anxiety, grief, trauma, addiction, or relationship challenges, I offer a supportive space where you can feel seen, heard, and empowered. I work with individuals and couples ages 14 to 70 and specialize in Addictions/Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, LGBTQ+ Issues, Trauma/PTSD, and Stress Management.
I work with teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and career stress. I also provide LGBTQ+ affirming care, creating a space where clients feel seen, supported, and understood.
My approach is collaborative and compassionate—I draw from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies to help clients manage stress, build confidence, and move toward their goals. Above all, I want each client to feel heard, valued, and in control of their journey.
I work with teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and career stress. I also provide LGBTQ+ affirming care, creating a space where clients feel seen, supported, and understood.
My approach is collaborative and compassionate—I draw from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies to help clients manage stress, build confidence, and move toward their goals. Above all, I want each client to feel heard, valued, and in control of their journey.
Hello! I’m Nicolle Uribe, a counselor at Counseling Works, and a graduate of Lewis University, where I obtained my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. With a strong foundation in psychological theories and therapeutic techniques, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate their personal challenges and achieve mental wellness! I have worked with a diverse clientele, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and cultural identity. My approach is client-centered, focusing on building a safe and supportive environment where clients can openly express themselves.
Hello! I’m Nicolle Uribe, a counselor at Counseling Works, and a graduate of Lewis University, where I obtained my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. With a strong foundation in psychological theories and therapeutic techniques, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate their personal challenges and achieve mental wellness! I have worked with a diverse clientele, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and cultural identity. My approach is client-centered, focusing on building a safe and supportive environment where clients can openly express themselves.
I have extensive experience treating autism spectrum, anxiety, social anxiety, mood disorders, anger management, and personality disorders. I am on the autism spectrum, and I can empathize heavily with those who struggle emotionally and socially. I am also the author of a memoir "Dropped in a Maze" where I discuss social and emotional challenges pre and post diagnosis. I also provide tools from the lessons I learned along my journey that people can apply in their life. Such lessons include navigating friendship and therapeutic relationships, learning strategies, and self-esteem, etc. "Dropped in a Maze" can be found on Amazon.
I have extensive experience treating autism spectrum, anxiety, social anxiety, mood disorders, anger management, and personality disorders. I am on the autism spectrum, and I can empathize heavily with those who struggle emotionally and socially. I am also the author of a memoir "Dropped in a Maze" where I discuss social and emotional challenges pre and post diagnosis. I also provide tools from the lessons I learned along my journey that people can apply in their life. Such lessons include navigating friendship and therapeutic relationships, learning strategies, and self-esteem, etc. "Dropped in a Maze" can be found on Amazon.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands or struggling to support your child through emotional or behavioral challenges? You’re not alone, and help is here. I specialize in supporting individuals and families facing anxiety, ADHD, depression, life transitions, relationship changes, and stress. Whether you're navigating your own journey or helping a child cope, I’m committed to providing personalized, compassionate care that fosters growth and resilience.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands or struggling to support your child through emotional or behavioral challenges? You’re not alone, and help is here. I specialize in supporting individuals and families facing anxiety, ADHD, depression, life transitions, relationship changes, and stress. Whether you're navigating your own journey or helping a child cope, I’m committed to providing personalized, compassionate care that fosters growth and resilience.
As someone who has witnessed the deep impact of generational trauma, I bring empathy, presence, and authenticity to my work as a therapist. I support teens (14+), adults, and couples who are navigating anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, relationship challenges, and burnout. I also work with highly sensitive people (HSPs), clients facing religious or spiritual concerns, and those struggling with low self-esteem.
As someone who has witnessed the deep impact of generational trauma, I bring empathy, presence, and authenticity to my work as a therapist. I support teens (14+), adults, and couples who are navigating anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, relationship challenges, and burnout. I also work with highly sensitive people (HSPs), clients facing religious or spiritual concerns, and those struggling with low self-esteem.
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Female Therapists
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.