Therapists in Lincoln Park, IL

Seeking therapy can feel scary and overwhelming, especially for the first time. I am dedicated to creating a space where all clients feel safe, supported, heard and validated. I work with adults across the lifespan and am especially passionate about supporting those struggling with life transitions, Depression/Anxiety, Trauma/PTSD, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. My therapeutic approach is warm and collaborative, empowering clients to be an active participant throughout their healing journey.

I believe people have innate strength and capability to solve their problems but that there are times we lose sight of our strengths or are overwhelmed by situations. We may feel shame, alienation or loneliness and often these feelings pervade our sense of self and our relationships. My role is to create an accepting and non-judgmental environment for you and to help you toward self-understanding, self-acceptance and positive change. I am honored that I am entrusted with one's vulnerabilities to hold and keep safe as we work together towards these goals.

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Everyone is deserving of support that is free of judgment. I empower my clients to live balanced and fulfilling lives, however that may look to them. Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and I celebrate individuality with my person-centered approach tailored to each client’s specific needs and desires. As a strengths-based counselor, I help my clients make meaningful change by tapping into strengths and skills they already have.

I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) licensed in Illinois with over 18 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, infertility, parenting difficulties, career challenges, OCD and PTSD/trauma. I have a specialization in working with victims of crime (physical/sexual abuse and traumatic grief and loss) as well as law enforcement/military members and their significant others and children.

Many of us are not taught to prioritize mental health and end up unsure of what to do when faced with difficult feelings. Therapy does not need to be scary or intimidating. My style is warm and deeply collaborative. Together, we will set goals, continually make sure we're moving in the right direction, and maybe even have a laugh or two along the way. I am a lifelong learner. In therapy, I draw upon the latest neurobiology research to help you understand how what's going on in your brain and nervous system can affect your mood and behavior.

A time of stress is one of the most common reasons to seek therapy. People also often enter counseling after experiencing a loss or a looming loss, whether it concerns a health crisis, relationship, divorce, job, the death of a loved one, or a major disappointment. My goal is to develop a warm and trusting working relationship with every client so that they have the opportunity to explore their thinking and feelings in a setting that is safe and secure. My work is solution-focused and evidenced-based. Ultimately, the goal of any therapy is life enhancement.

I have experience working with individual clients with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity development, trauma, ADHD, perfectionism, eating disorders and substance abuse. I have also worked with families and couples on communication, infidelity, parenting, balancing personal and professional life and more. My specific areas of focus include navigating life and career transitions, anxiety, depression, couples working on communication, work/life balance, coping strategies for overcoming unwanted habits, and family conflict.

Thanks for checking out my page and kudos to you for taking care of yourself! What matters most to me is that my clients know they are welcomed and accepted for who they are. As a therapist, I support clients as they make their way through challenging times, whether that be a breakup, a rejection, loneliness, family struggles, depression, or life transitions that feel overwhelming. In my work, I strive to help clients find belonging and connection while also becoming more accepting of unpleasant or challenging experiences outside of their control.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by life and all of its moving parts? Are your emotions weighing you down and keeping you from reaching your full potential? I am here to be the support you need to make long lasting change. Together, we can make sense of your struggles and put the past to rest, so you can take charge over the rest of your life. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and substance use related issues.

In our contemporary society it is easy to be content and even glad for medications that soothe symptoms, but healing comes from working through our underlying inner conflicts in a textured human relationship in which we can feel what we truly feel and become who we truly are. I believe distressful symptoms, whether depression, anxiety, anger, hurt, a sense of meaninglessness, a sense of emptiness, addictions, or behavior problems are signs. They are signs that it is time to grow our mindfulness of our underlying needs, feelings, and thereby gain choices for living more contently within our communities and families.

I believe that mental health is at the core of overall wellbeing, and I understand that seeking support for yourself or a loved one is not easy. That said, I aim to create a welcoming atmosphere where you feel comfortable, safe, and connected. In sessions, I will gently and appropriately challenge you to make incremental yet meaningful changes in your life. I will also provide you with effective and practical coping skills so you can support yourself in and outside of session. I am experienced in working with children, teens, young adults, and parents. I specialize in the treatment of OCD, anxiety, eating disorders, and depression.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specialized in working with individuals and relationships on a variety of issues including race-related stress, anxiety, self-esteem and identity development, as well as intimacy and rebuilding trust and communication. I use a client-centered and collaborative approach to establish treatment goals, build upon strengths and growing edges, and to lift constraints which may be keeping you from achieving your goals.

Marina Callozzo is a licensed clinical social worker. Marina sees therapy as a give-and-take between the therapist and patient, not just a place for patients to unload their burdens in a one-sided setting. For those who want their therapy sessions to feel like a conversation, Marina offers suggestions, reactions, and opinions. Patients can expect Marina to be compassionate, empathetic, challenging, light-hearted at times, and always a spirited advocate. She also favors humanistic and strength-based therapies, focusing on the person as an autonomous, three-dimensional individual.

I believe that the therapist-client relationship is the most important tool we have when it comes your healing. I utilize a compassionate, non-judgmental, trauma-informed approach where you can openly examine your mental health, who you are, what you believe, and how your experiences and interactions with society affect your life. I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life, particularly clients who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community, college students, and folks who are navigating life/spirituality after adverse religious experiences. I am a sex-positive practitioner and am kink and poly affirming.

Do you feel fatigued by anxiety and intrusive thoughts? Are you struggling to engage in your life in the way that you desire? I am here to help you navigate the waters and live a life of meaning without allowing anxiety to dictate what you do. I am passionate about working with individuals with anxiety disorders. My area of specialization is treating individuals with OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder). I also specialize in treating generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and other forms of anxiety. I have received extensive training in ERP, ACT, and CBT. I have ten years of experience in the mental health field.

I am currently accepting new clients and couples for 2023! With a deep love for all people and an understanding of just how challenging it is to be human, I am prepared to create a warm and inviting space for you to explore and process complex feelings and heal painful wounds. My goal is to truly see you for who you are and ensure that you’re not alone in the process of self-discovery and healing. Through collaborative relationship building and strengths-based counseling, I will support you through life’s highs and lows and empower you to live life meaningfully, intentionally, and lovingly.

Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. You probably sense that it’s finally time to reach out for help, but feel unsure of where to begin. Perhaps you feel uncertain if there is anyone out there who can understand, let alone help. I believe that the strength of the therapeutic relationship directly impacts an individual’s capacity for change. So my first priority is to cultivate a safe, open, and compassionate relationship with each of my clients. My style of therapy is supportive, lively, and direct. My goal is to help you learn to trust yourself and feel less weighed down by self doubt.

I am committed to meeting my clients where they're at, moving at a comfortable pace, and fostering an overall sense of safety throughout the therapeutic process. I support clients in identifying strengths and areas for growth while validating the unique experiences of each individual. Together, we can construct individualized, realistic goals for therapy that empower clients through self-awareness and the development of life skills. I work with adolescents and young adults facing challenges related to life transitions, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, and self-esteem.