Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Lombard, IL
I have specialized training and experience utilizing Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) for OCD and anxiety disorders.
I provide client-centered therapeutic services to adults 18 years and older. I commonly help with concerns related to anxiety, depression, ptsd, ocd, and addictions. I utilize a flexible, strengths-based approach with a variety of evidence based interventions depending on the unique needs of each individual. I am a seasoned clinician with diverse work experiences. I have worked as a therapist in a residential treatment program specializing in OCD/Anxiety/Substance Abuse, as an outpatient mental health therapist for the Department of Veterans Affairs, and as a case manager working with older adults in community mental health.
I have specialized training and experience utilizing Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) for OCD and anxiety disorders.
I provide client-centered therapeutic services to adults 18 years and older. I commonly help with concerns related to anxiety, depression, ptsd, ocd, and addictions. I utilize a flexible, strengths-based approach with a variety of evidence based interventions depending on the unique needs of each individual. I am a seasoned clinician with diverse work experiences. I have worked as a therapist in a residential treatment program specializing in OCD/Anxiety/Substance Abuse, as an outpatient mental health therapist for the Department of Veterans Affairs, and as a case manager working with older adults in community mental health.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor(CADC) and a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology(MCP). Much of my training has been centered in client-centered theory and I also have specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In addition to being traditionally trained, I also incorporate a holistic, integrated approach toward psychotherapy which includes aspects of mindfulness and Eastern philosophy, providing individual, family and couples therapy as well as intervention work.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor(CADC) and a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology(MCP). Much of my training has been centered in client-centered theory and I also have specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In addition to being traditionally trained, I also incorporate a holistic, integrated approach toward psychotherapy which includes aspects of mindfulness and Eastern philosophy, providing individual, family and couples therapy as well as intervention work.
Our team is committed to helping individuals to achieve positive transformations and surmount life's many obstacles. Having accumulated 15+ years of experience, I have worked with a broad variety of individuals in many different settings, such as outpatient, residential, and inpatient care. Our proficiency lies in aiding individuals with co-occurring disorders, high levels of anxiety and depression, trauma, and mood disorders.
Our team is committed to helping individuals to achieve positive transformations and surmount life's many obstacles. Having accumulated 15+ years of experience, I have worked with a broad variety of individuals in many different settings, such as outpatient, residential, and inpatient care. Our proficiency lies in aiding individuals with co-occurring disorders, high levels of anxiety and depression, trauma, and mood disorders.
Hi, I’m Liz! Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with openness and curiosity.
Childhood and young adulthood are full of transitions. It’s exciting, but it can also feel stressful, lonely, or even unbearable at times. Maybe you're struggling with constant worry, overthinking, or self-doubt. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in sadness, dealing with big emotions that feel out of control, or turning to unhealthy coping strategies just to get through the day.
Hi, I’m Liz! Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with openness and curiosity.
Childhood and young adulthood are full of transitions. It’s exciting, but it can also feel stressful, lonely, or even unbearable at times. Maybe you're struggling with constant worry, overthinking, or self-doubt. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in sadness, dealing with big emotions that feel out of control, or turning to unhealthy coping strategies just to get through the day.
Shelley Burns, Therapist / EMDR Consultant-IT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Lombard, IL 60148
My approach with youth is derived from training in Collaborative and Proactive Solutions, CBT, ERP, and play therapy.
With adults, I invite you to investigate how current situations that are causing emotional distress may be connected with early life experiences. We identify memories that shaped unhealthy beliefs and patterns that now negatively impact you. Using modalities like EMDR, we release negative thoughts and activate natural healing.
My approach with youth is derived from training in Collaborative and Proactive Solutions, CBT, ERP, and play therapy.
With adults, I invite you to investigate how current situations that are causing emotional distress may be connected with early life experiences. We identify memories that shaped unhealthy beliefs and patterns that now negatively impact you. Using modalities like EMDR, we release negative thoughts and activate natural healing.
We solely see first responders, ER staff, and veterans at the FRWC. Being a former Chicago Police Officer for 13 years, I understand the unique needs of first responders and developed the center to help those who protect us. We see first responders due to trauma, crisis, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, job-related stress, suicide, etc. We also understand how there are concerns about engaging in therapy services and protecting your job. We ensure that you will have privacy and confidentiality. We have a separate entrance and exit to maintain confidentiality.
We solely see first responders, ER staff, and veterans at the FRWC. Being a former Chicago Police Officer for 13 years, I understand the unique needs of first responders and developed the center to help those who protect us. We see first responders due to trauma, crisis, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, job-related stress, suicide, etc. We also understand how there are concerns about engaging in therapy services and protecting your job. We ensure that you will have privacy and confidentiality. We have a separate entrance and exit to maintain confidentiality.
Do you worry about what others think of you? Feel overwhelmed often, or replay conversations in your head? You’re not alone—and things can get better. I help adults overcome anxiety, quiet racing thoughts, and feel more confident in their daily life. I use evidence-based strategies to help you manage anxiety and reclaim your peace of mind. I offer a compassionate, personalized approach that meets you where you are. Together, we’ll identify the root causes of your anxiety and develop practical tools to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and in control. Anxiety can feel like a wild animal—either you tame it, or it takes over.
Do you worry about what others think of you? Feel overwhelmed often, or replay conversations in your head? You’re not alone—and things can get better. I help adults overcome anxiety, quiet racing thoughts, and feel more confident in their daily life. I use evidence-based strategies to help you manage anxiety and reclaim your peace of mind. I offer a compassionate, personalized approach that meets you where you are. Together, we’ll identify the root causes of your anxiety and develop practical tools to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and in control. Anxiety can feel like a wild animal—either you tame it, or it takes over.
As an ADHD and Mood Specialist (ADHD-CCSP), I primarily work with neurodivergence, co-occurring anxiety and depression or individuals with trauma or PTSD. Together we can focus on learning self, increasing emotion regulation and impulse control while reducing avoidance, overwhelm and judgement. With a warm and relational style, I assist clients in working towards both awareness and realistic change in their behaviors and relationships.
As an ADHD and Mood Specialist (ADHD-CCSP), I primarily work with neurodivergence, co-occurring anxiety and depression or individuals with trauma or PTSD. Together we can focus on learning self, increasing emotion regulation and impulse control while reducing avoidance, overwhelm and judgement. With a warm and relational style, I assist clients in working towards both awareness and realistic change in their behaviors and relationships.
As a therapist specializing in OCD treatment, I primarily use Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP), the most effective, evidence-based approach for managing OCD.
My therapy approach centers on building trust, using humor, and offering unconditional support. Together, we'll confront anxiety triggers and resist compulsions, creating a safe space for growth. ERP is highly effective in breaking the OCD cycle, and I'm excited to partner with you on this transformative journey.
As a therapist specializing in OCD treatment, I primarily use Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP), the most effective, evidence-based approach for managing OCD.
My therapy approach centers on building trust, using humor, and offering unconditional support. Together, we'll confront anxiety triggers and resist compulsions, creating a safe space for growth. ERP is highly effective in breaking the OCD cycle, and I'm excited to partner with you on this transformative journey.
I am dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment where compassion and understanding flourish, offering you a safe haven to navigate your goals, confront challenges, and heal past traumas. Recognizing that your journey is deeply personal, my goal is to empower you with confidence to forge your own path. With a blend of empathy and expertise, I stand beside you, guiding you towards self-discovery and resilience, ensuring that you feel supported and valued every step of the way.
I am dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment where compassion and understanding flourish, offering you a safe haven to navigate your goals, confront challenges, and heal past traumas. Recognizing that your journey is deeply personal, my goal is to empower you with confidence to forge your own path. With a blend of empathy and expertise, I stand beside you, guiding you towards self-discovery and resilience, ensuring that you feel supported and valued every step of the way.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and an EMDR Certified therapist and use a strengths-based approach to therapy. I believe that the healing power of an empathic relationship provides a safe space for an individual to safely explore their values and the ways in which they make meaning out of their experiences and interact with the world. It is within this exploration that individuals can begin to dislodge from stuck patterns and make choices that are in line with their values so they can live out their life in an intentional way.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and an EMDR Certified therapist and use a strengths-based approach to therapy. I believe that the healing power of an empathic relationship provides a safe space for an individual to safely explore their values and the ways in which they make meaning out of their experiences and interact with the world. It is within this exploration that individuals can begin to dislodge from stuck patterns and make choices that are in line with their values so they can live out their life in an intentional way.
Do you live in a constant state of anxiety? Are you experiencing feelings of depression that you have difficulty managing? I am experienced in helping people find solutions to manage their life in a more positive light. I believe that the connection the therapist makes with the client is vital. That connection allows the client to open up and express their concerns to the therapist, and together they can discover strategies for improvement. I help clients work on symptom reduction and help them achieve the goals they want in their lives by creating small, achievable steps.
Do you live in a constant state of anxiety? Are you experiencing feelings of depression that you have difficulty managing? I am experienced in helping people find solutions to manage their life in a more positive light. I believe that the connection the therapist makes with the client is vital. That connection allows the client to open up and express their concerns to the therapist, and together they can discover strategies for improvement. I help clients work on symptom reduction and help them achieve the goals they want in their lives by creating small, achievable steps.
I believe that therapy is your space for self-exploration and I welcome the oppotunity to join you on that journey. I aim for us to have a therapeutic relationship that balances productivity with joyfulness. I commonly work with clients of all ages who present with health issues, anxieties, and trauma. I also treat mood disorders, selective mutism, eating disorders, specific phobias, and executive dysfunction.
I believe that therapy is your space for self-exploration and I welcome the oppotunity to join you on that journey. I aim for us to have a therapeutic relationship that balances productivity with joyfulness. I commonly work with clients of all ages who present with health issues, anxieties, and trauma. I also treat mood disorders, selective mutism, eating disorders, specific phobias, and executive dysfunction.
We also offer specialized therapies like Art, Sand or Play Therapy, Gottman Method, or Exposure and response prevention ( ERP).
Why Seek Therapy? Because You Deserve to Thrive. Life can feel overwhelming at times. Anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, major life transitions, stress—or simply feeling stuck—can make it difficult to feel like yourself. You don’t have to navigate it alone. At Ellie Mental Health, we believe therapy should feel approachable, supportive, and authentic. Our goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can show up exactly as you are—without judgment—and feel truly heard and understood. You deserve to thrive, and we're here to help you!
We also offer specialized therapies like Art, Sand or Play Therapy, Gottman Method, or Exposure and response prevention ( ERP).
Why Seek Therapy? Because You Deserve to Thrive. Life can feel overwhelming at times. Anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, major life transitions, stress—or simply feeling stuck—can make it difficult to feel like yourself. You don’t have to navigate it alone. At Ellie Mental Health, we believe therapy should feel approachable, supportive, and authentic. Our goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can show up exactly as you are—without judgment—and feel truly heard and understood. You deserve to thrive, and we're here to help you!
I’m a therapist and Clinical Director who specializes in perinatal issues including postpartum depression and anxiety, adjustment to motherhood/parenthood, intrusive thoughts, infertility, miscarriage, and infant loss. I have training in working with gender-based violence such as sexual assault, rape, and domestic violence. I also have experience assisting clients with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-harm, and trauma. I have experience working with different genders, sexual orientations, racial/ethnic backgrounds, and socioeconomic status.
I’m a therapist and Clinical Director who specializes in perinatal issues including postpartum depression and anxiety, adjustment to motherhood/parenthood, intrusive thoughts, infertility, miscarriage, and infant loss. I have training in working with gender-based violence such as sexual assault, rape, and domestic violence. I also have experience assisting clients with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-harm, and trauma. I have experience working with different genders, sexual orientations, racial/ethnic backgrounds, and socioeconomic status.
With the use of evidence-based therapy approaches including, CBT, ERP, and DBT, I believe every person has the opportunity to heal and find balance.
Hi there, my name is Felicity Dineen. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I am so excited at the possibility of getting to work along side you. I have extensive experience working with adults and teens struggling with a wide array of life stressors including relationship struggles, anxiety/depression, acceptance of self, grief, trauma, parenting concerns, and perinatal issues. Together, you will overcome challenges both present and in the past to help bring out the strengths within yourself that are already in existence.
With the use of evidence-based therapy approaches including, CBT, ERP, and DBT, I believe every person has the opportunity to heal and find balance.
Hi there, my name is Felicity Dineen. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I am so excited at the possibility of getting to work along side you. I have extensive experience working with adults and teens struggling with a wide array of life stressors including relationship struggles, anxiety/depression, acceptance of self, grief, trauma, parenting concerns, and perinatal issues. Together, you will overcome challenges both present and in the past to help bring out the strengths within yourself that are already in existence.
Therapy is a unique process, one that aims to guide you through challenges and roadblocks, helping you move towards a healthier and more meaningful life. My goal is to create a space where growth is safe and cultivated. Using an evidence-based approach, I work to help you gain awareness of your emotional experience, working to understand the way you experience and interact with the world. I help you explore parts of yourself you may not be completely comfortable with, learning to tolerate the discomfort that surfaces during this process. I challenge clients to try something different, encouraging a more intentional approach.
Therapy is a unique process, one that aims to guide you through challenges and roadblocks, helping you move towards a healthier and more meaningful life. My goal is to create a space where growth is safe and cultivated. Using an evidence-based approach, I work to help you gain awareness of your emotional experience, working to understand the way you experience and interact with the world. I help you explore parts of yourself you may not be completely comfortable with, learning to tolerate the discomfort that surfaces during this process. I challenge clients to try something different, encouraging a more intentional approach.
I use a variety of different approaches, including ERP, CBT, ACT, Brainspotting, and mindfulness techniques.
You don’t have to go through this alone. A meaningful life is always full of challenges, and sometimes we need a trusted guide for a difficult leg of the journey. When you make the decision to try therapy, you deserve to feel safe, valued, and understood by your therapist. My approach is open and authentic. I believe in warmth, humor, and engaging as a human being, not just as a clinician. There's usually a lot of laughter coming out of my office!
I use a variety of different approaches, including ERP, CBT, ACT, Brainspotting, and mindfulness techniques.
You don’t have to go through this alone. A meaningful life is always full of challenges, and sometimes we need a trusted guide for a difficult leg of the journey. When you make the decision to try therapy, you deserve to feel safe, valued, and understood by your therapist. My approach is open and authentic. I believe in warmth, humor, and engaging as a human being, not just as a clinician. There's usually a lot of laughter coming out of my office!
Hello, if you are looking for an experienced person, not only in counseling, but in the school of life, you have found the right person. I have many experiences to draw from as I have lived a varied life. I have worked a variety of jobs to include the military and being a special-education teacher. I won't judge you no matter what mistakes you have made on life's journey. I understand how difficult life can be. I also understand how to help children and families with their inter-relationships and dynamics. I work a lot with PTSD and trauma. I also provide many practical solutions. I really care about you!
Hello, if you are looking for an experienced person, not only in counseling, but in the school of life, you have found the right person. I have many experiences to draw from as I have lived a varied life. I have worked a variety of jobs to include the military and being a special-education teacher. I won't judge you no matter what mistakes you have made on life's journey. I understand how difficult life can be. I also understand how to help children and families with their inter-relationships and dynamics. I work a lot with PTSD and trauma. I also provide many practical solutions. I really care about you!
Reaching out for help isn't always easy. My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, openly process your thoughts and emotions, and work toward the life you want to live.
I work with teens and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, life transitions, anger, and relationship concerns. I believe that healing comes through both understanding and growth. Together, we'll explore the experiences, thoughts, and emotions that have shaped you while also identifying practical, meaningful steps you can take to move toward your goals and values.
Reaching out for help isn't always easy. My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, openly process your thoughts and emotions, and work toward the life you want to live.
I work with teens and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, life transitions, anger, and relationship concerns. I believe that healing comes through both understanding and growth. Together, we'll explore the experiences, thoughts, and emotions that have shaped you while also identifying practical, meaningful steps you can take to move toward your goals and values.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.