Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Matteson, IL
At Elevated Behavior Counseling, we provide a space where growth truly meets grace — a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you can face life’s obstacles with confidence, clarity, and compassion.
Our Work is rooted in the belief that healing can be both intentional and gentle, structured yet human. Your story is honored and her care is personalized. Your story is unique, and so is your healing. Together, we’ll create a path forward that feels both powerful and peaceful, because you deserve nothing less.
At Elevated Behavior Counseling, we provide a space where growth truly meets grace — a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you can face life’s obstacles with confidence, clarity, and compassion.
Our Work is rooted in the belief that healing can be both intentional and gentle, structured yet human. Your story is honored and her care is personalized. Your story is unique, and so is your healing. Together, we’ll create a path forward that feels both powerful and peaceful, because you deserve nothing less.
Our team integrates CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to help you process trauma, manage emotions, and build healthier patterns while recognizing how personal and systemic experiences impact healing.
Our team works with individuals navigating trauma, including childhood sexual abuse, human trafficking, and complex relational trauma. Many of our clients feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or struggle with trust, anxiety, depression, and unresolved pain. They are often ready to heal but need a space where they feel safe, understood, and free from judgment. We help clients process their experiences, rebuild trust in themselves, and regain a sense of control so they can move forward with clarity, confidence, and emotional stability. We also offer faith-based counseling for clients who wish to incorporate spirituality into their healing
Our team integrates CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to help you process trauma, manage emotions, and build healthier patterns while recognizing how personal and systemic experiences impact healing.
Our team works with individuals navigating trauma, including childhood sexual abuse, human trafficking, and complex relational trauma. Many of our clients feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or struggle with trust, anxiety, depression, and unresolved pain. They are often ready to heal but need a space where they feel safe, understood, and free from judgment. We help clients process their experiences, rebuild trust in themselves, and regain a sense of control so they can move forward with clarity, confidence, and emotional stability. We also offer faith-based counseling for clients who wish to incorporate spirituality into their healing
I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families who are navigating mental health symptoms, significant life transitions, and areas of personal growth. Whether you're a teenager grappling with the complexities of adolescence, an adult facing life's inevitable changes, or a couple or family striving to find balance and connection, I'm here to support you. My goal is to help you manage symptoms, adapt to new circumstances, and explore opportunities for growth in a way that feels authentic and meaningful to you.
I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families who are navigating mental health symptoms, significant life transitions, and areas of personal growth. Whether you're a teenager grappling with the complexities of adolescence, an adult facing life's inevitable changes, or a couple or family striving to find balance and connection, I'm here to support you. My goal is to help you manage symptoms, adapt to new circumstances, and explore opportunities for growth in a way that feels authentic and meaningful to you.
Through use of modalities such as CBT, DBT and Christian counseling, I work to provide my clients with the toolbox they need to fully heal and grow.
My passion is to provide high quality therapeutic care to those who have experienced chronic, complex trauma and are now wanting to break the cycle and heal. I am a firm believer that trauma impacts our whole beings. And left untreated, trauma takes an emotional and physical toll that wreaks havoc on our mind, bodies, and spirits. I take pride in working with my clients to build a collaboration and empowering my clients to be the expert in their own lives and be the drivers in their own treatment process. I also offer clinical supervision to those working towards licensure.
Through use of modalities such as CBT, DBT and Christian counseling, I work to provide my clients with the toolbox they need to fully heal and grow.
My passion is to provide high quality therapeutic care to those who have experienced chronic, complex trauma and are now wanting to break the cycle and heal. I am a firm believer that trauma impacts our whole beings. And left untreated, trauma takes an emotional and physical toll that wreaks havoc on our mind, bodies, and spirits. I take pride in working with my clients to build a collaboration and empowering my clients to be the expert in their own lives and be the drivers in their own treatment process. I also offer clinical supervision to those working towards licensure.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with adolescents and adults navigating life's challenges. I support individuals, couples, and families facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, stress, and major life transitions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with adolescents and adults navigating life's challenges. I support individuals, couples, and families facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, stress, and major life transitions.
Are you feeling bogged down by the stressors of everyday life? Are you struggling with depression and/or anxiety? Are you having issues in your relationships? Do you need to talk to someone you can trust? Someone who can help you navigate your concerns in confidence? Do you want to become the best version of yourself by making goals and objectives and choosing a better way to live your life? Then you are in the right place.
Are you feeling bogged down by the stressors of everyday life? Are you struggling with depression and/or anxiety? Are you having issues in your relationships? Do you need to talk to someone you can trust? Someone who can help you navigate your concerns in confidence? Do you want to become the best version of yourself by making goals and objectives and choosing a better way to live your life? Then you are in the right place.
My name is Abby Brooks, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor based in the suburbs of Chicago and offering telehealth services throughout the state of Illinois. I work with individual teenagers and adults as well as couples, and I use a variety of approaches and techniques that are tailored to each client’s needs. I believe that each person has their own authenticity and truth, and my goal is to help my clients discover theirs and let it shine! I believe my approach works best with teenagers, adults, and couples.
My name is Abby Brooks, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor based in the suburbs of Chicago and offering telehealth services throughout the state of Illinois. I work with individual teenagers and adults as well as couples, and I use a variety of approaches and techniques that are tailored to each client’s needs. I believe that each person has their own authenticity and truth, and my goal is to help my clients discover theirs and let it shine! I believe my approach works best with teenagers, adults, and couples.
I believe every person has a unique story and the capacity for meaningful change. I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with self-esteem, depression, and emotional well-being, while also helping those navigating complex trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you find clarity, healing, and balance. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), mindfulness, and strength-based techniques to help you process challenges and build on your existing resilience.
I believe every person has a unique story and the capacity for meaningful change. I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with self-esteem, depression, and emotional well-being, while also helping those navigating complex trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you find clarity, healing, and balance. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), mindfulness, and strength-based techniques to help you process challenges and build on your existing resilience.
You've spent so much time showing up for everyone else that you no longer recognize yourself. Maybe anxiety has become your constant companion, the stress never lets up, you're emotionally exhausted, or sadness has quietly settled in. If you're balancing aging parents, young adult children, work, relationship conflict, and/or everyone else's expectations while putting yourself on the back burner, it's no wonder you feel overwhelmed! Even the strongest people need a place to set things down. Together, we'll uncover the needs, desires, and dreams you've ignored so you can build a life that's true to you, not one others chose for you.
You've spent so much time showing up for everyone else that you no longer recognize yourself. Maybe anxiety has become your constant companion, the stress never lets up, you're emotionally exhausted, or sadness has quietly settled in. If you're balancing aging parents, young adult children, work, relationship conflict, and/or everyone else's expectations while putting yourself on the back burner, it's no wonder you feel overwhelmed! Even the strongest people need a place to set things down. Together, we'll uncover the needs, desires, and dreams you've ignored so you can build a life that's true to you, not one others chose for you.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and older adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, stress, self-esteem concerns, grief, and difficulties related to relationships, family dynamics, or work-life balance. Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or uncertain about how to cope with the challenges they are facing independently.
I also work with individuals impacted by trauma, community violence, grief and loss, adjustment difficulties, emotional regulation concerns, and major life changes. Older adults may seek support related to aging.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and older adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, stress, self-esteem concerns, grief, and difficulties related to relationships, family dynamics, or work-life balance. Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or uncertain about how to cope with the challenges they are facing independently.
I also work with individuals impacted by trauma, community violence, grief and loss, adjustment difficulties, emotional regulation concerns, and major life changes. Older adults may seek support related to aging.
I view therapy as a safe and sacred space for processing life experiences, emotions, thoughts, and trauma in order to achieve one’s goals and necessary growth. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with clients to understand their thought processes, address barriers to wellness, and identify ways in which they can achieve their goals. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives: however, sometimes we need an outside perspective to help re-frame our thinking. I’m here to work with you to increase self-awareness and empower you to approach life in a way that enhances health and well-being.
I view therapy as a safe and sacred space for processing life experiences, emotions, thoughts, and trauma in order to achieve one’s goals and necessary growth. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with clients to understand their thought processes, address barriers to wellness, and identify ways in which they can achieve their goals. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives: however, sometimes we need an outside perspective to help re-frame our thinking. I’m here to work with you to increase self-awareness and empower you to approach life in a way that enhances health and well-being.
Therapy can be a space where things finally make sense—and where meaningful change begins.
With over 12 years of experience, I help individuals and couples work through emotional pain, anxiety, grief, trauma, communication breakdowns, life transitions, and relationship challenges in a way that feels supportive, grounded, and practical.
Therapy can be a space where things finally make sense—and where meaningful change begins.
With over 12 years of experience, I help individuals and couples work through emotional pain, anxiety, grief, trauma, communication breakdowns, life transitions, and relationship challenges in a way that feels supportive, grounded, and practical.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), I provide compassionate, client-centered support for individuals navigating mental health, substance use, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
My specialty includes helping adults and adolescents work through anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, substance use concerns, and patterns that may be getting in the way of living the life they want. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), I provide compassionate, client-centered support for individuals navigating mental health, substance use, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
My specialty includes helping adults and adolescents work through anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, substance use concerns, and patterns that may be getting in the way of living the life they want. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.
Elevation Individual and Family Therapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Matteson, IL 60443
Even "superwoman" or "the strong one" of the family needs someone to lean on or talk to. At Elevation Individual and Family Therapy (EIFT), we are here to support you and help you reach your goals as you navigate through life's journey. We have a team of therapists are experts in addressing a variety of issues, such as family communication, emotional challenges, women-related issues, depression, anxiety, and youth counseling. No matter what difficulties or challenges you or your child might be facing, there are solutions and we are here to help! Visit our website www.elevationtherapy.org to see each of our therapists' specialties.
Even "superwoman" or "the strong one" of the family needs someone to lean on or talk to. At Elevation Individual and Family Therapy (EIFT), we are here to support you and help you reach your goals as you navigate through life's journey. We have a team of therapists are experts in addressing a variety of issues, such as family communication, emotional challenges, women-related issues, depression, anxiety, and youth counseling. No matter what difficulties or challenges you or your child might be facing, there are solutions and we are here to help! Visit our website www.elevationtherapy.org to see each of our therapists' specialties.
Angela M Jones
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA , SAP, LCPC
3 Endorsed
Matteson, IL 60443
"Your most vital strengths are not visible to the naked eye. They are sometimes stumbled upon in your darkest moments."- Angela Jones, LCPC
"Your most vital strengths are not visible to the naked eye. They are sometimes stumbled upon in your darkest moments."- Angela Jones, LCPC
“I never thought of it like that…” is something I often hear as I help clients see new perspectives and embrace change. I enjoy supporting people in reaching their goals, and I work with individuals of all ages. My specialties include depression, anxiety, ADHD, LGBTQ+ support, behavioral challenges, and relationship or family issues. Using humor, problem-solving, and a relaxed style, I create a safe space where therapy feels comfortable, supportive, and even enjoyable.
“I never thought of it like that…” is something I often hear as I help clients see new perspectives and embrace change. I enjoy supporting people in reaching their goals, and I work with individuals of all ages. My specialties include depression, anxiety, ADHD, LGBTQ+ support, behavioral challenges, and relationship or family issues. Using humor, problem-solving, and a relaxed style, I create a safe space where therapy feels comfortable, supportive, and even enjoyable.
Toya is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and has more than 10 years of"¯experience providing individual, family and group counseling to adults, children and adolescents and their families in inpatient and outpatient settings. Toya"¯uses a variety of treatment methods ranging from expressive and experiential techniques to cognitive behavioral approaches with the intent to help individuals improve their level of functioning by becoming empowered to manage the complexities of their lives. Toya"¯has a passion for assisting individuals in attaining a healthy life balance, both naturally and spiritually.
Toya is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and has more than 10 years of"¯experience providing individual, family and group counseling to adults, children and adolescents and their families in inpatient and outpatient settings. Toya"¯uses a variety of treatment methods ranging from expressive and experiential techniques to cognitive behavioral approaches with the intent to help individuals improve their level of functioning by becoming empowered to manage the complexities of their lives. Toya"¯has a passion for assisting individuals in attaining a healthy life balance, both naturally and spiritually.
We'll look at practical tools from CBT, DBT and Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) to help you align your daily habits with who you truly want to be.
Do you ever feel like you are struggling, not just because of what's happening inside you, but because of what the world keeps putting on you? Then, you're in the right place! I work with people navigating identity, ADHD, and late neurodivergent diagnoses in a space that actually understands the full picture of what you're up against.
We'll look at practical tools from CBT, DBT and Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) to help you align your daily habits with who you truly want to be.
Do you ever feel like you are struggling, not just because of what's happening inside you, but because of what the world keeps putting on you? Then, you're in the right place! I work with people navigating identity, ADHD, and late neurodivergent diagnoses in a space that actually understands the full picture of what you're up against.
Candice Marden, LPC, helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and older adults across Illinois build resilience, develop practical coping skills, and move toward meaningful emotional wellness. As a therapist at LifeStance Health, she provides compassionate individual therapy tailored to each person's unique experiences and goals. Candice believes that healing begins with a strong therapeutic relationship and creates a supportive environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make lasting changes.
Candice Marden, LPC, helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and older adults across Illinois build resilience, develop practical coping skills, and move toward meaningful emotional wellness. As a therapist at LifeStance Health, she provides compassionate individual therapy tailored to each person's unique experiences and goals. Candice believes that healing begins with a strong therapeutic relationship and creates a supportive environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make lasting changes.
I earned an undergraduate degree for University of Illinois, Chicago with a major in Psychology and minor in Philosophy. Throughout my life, I have always valued helping others by providing a supportive environment and meeting people where they are. I earned my graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Governors State University. I believe that education, prevention and intervention are important when assisting my clients to improve areas of their lives.
I earned an undergraduate degree for University of Illinois, Chicago with a major in Psychology and minor in Philosophy. Throughout my life, I have always valued helping others by providing a supportive environment and meeting people where they are. I earned my graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Governors State University. I believe that education, prevention and intervention are important when assisting my clients to improve areas of their lives.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.