Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Morton Grove, IL
My ideal clients are adults navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, psychosis, personality disorders, or self-injurious behavior — often after feeling dismissed or misunderstood elsewhere. Many are looking for a therapist who sees them as the expert on their own experience, not just a diagnosis. Bilingual clients (English/Spanish) also seek me out for culturally responsive care. As a Certified DBT Clinician and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I bring structured, evidence-based tools to help clients build emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
My ideal clients are adults navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, psychosis, personality disorders, or self-injurious behavior — often after feeling dismissed or misunderstood elsewhere. Many are looking for a therapist who sees them as the expert on their own experience, not just a diagnosis. Bilingual clients (English/Spanish) also seek me out for culturally responsive care. As a Certified DBT Clinician and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I bring structured, evidence-based tools to help clients build emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
My ideal clients are adults who are ready to move through anxiety, OCD, life transitions, or other challenges and reach meaningful goals. They often come to me struggling with anxiety, OCD, life after divorce, women's issues, self-esteem concerns, or food-related challenges. What I value about my work is creating a space where people feel genuinely safe to discuss difficult topics without judgment. I meet you where you are and work from there, blending different therapy approaches to match your unique needs. Together, we'll develop practical tools, build self-awareness, and move toward the meaningful change you're seeking.
My ideal clients are adults who are ready to move through anxiety, OCD, life transitions, or other challenges and reach meaningful goals. They often come to me struggling with anxiety, OCD, life after divorce, women's issues, self-esteem concerns, or food-related challenges. What I value about my work is creating a space where people feel genuinely safe to discuss difficult topics without judgment. I meet you where you are and work from there, blending different therapy approaches to match your unique needs. Together, we'll develop practical tools, build self-awareness, and move toward the meaningful change you're seeking.
My ideal clients are youth, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families who are ready to navigate challenges and create meaningful change. They often come to me struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, family challenges, parenting concerns, life transitions, or systemic issues. What I value about my work is creating a space where therapy is dynamic, engaging, and never passive or boring. I view myself as one puzzle piece in your journey, helping you break challenges down and rebuild them into a clearer, stronger version of yourself.
My ideal clients are youth, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families who are ready to navigate challenges and create meaningful change. They often come to me struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, family challenges, parenting concerns, life transitions, or systemic issues. What I value about my work is creating a space where therapy is dynamic, engaging, and never passive or boring. I view myself as one puzzle piece in your journey, helping you break challenges down and rebuild them into a clearer, stronger version of yourself.
You deserve to feel understood, not just managed. I specialize in working with adult survivors of complex trauma, parents of children with ADHD, autism, and other additional needs, and professional actors and artists navigating the unique pressures of creative careers. I also offer ketamine-assisted therapy integration to support clients with treatment-resistant depression in processing insights and moving toward deeper healing. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to the weight you carry and the resilience you already bring.
You deserve to feel understood, not just managed. I specialize in working with adult survivors of complex trauma, parents of children with ADHD, autism, and other additional needs, and professional actors and artists navigating the unique pressures of creative careers. I also offer ketamine-assisted therapy integration to support clients with treatment-resistant depression in processing insights and moving toward deeper healing. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to the weight you carry and the resilience you already bring.
My ideal clients are adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, food and body image struggles, or the lasting effects of trauma. Many are looking for a space to slow down and feel heard without judgment, especially if past experiences felt too heavy to carry alone. My approach is warm, holistic, and trauma-informed — I prioritize safety and pacing, never pushing clients to revisit difficult moments before they're ready. Together, we attune to both mind and body, building sustainable tools clients can carry into everyday life.
My ideal clients are adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, food and body image struggles, or the lasting effects of trauma. Many are looking for a space to slow down and feel heard without judgment, especially if past experiences felt too heavy to carry alone. My approach is warm, holistic, and trauma-informed — I prioritize safety and pacing, never pushing clients to revisit difficult moments before they're ready. Together, we attune to both mind and body, building sustainable tools clients can carry into everyday life.
In a world filled with uncertainty, adversity, and ever-changing expectations, it makes sense for us to need additional support and someone who is not our family or our friends to hold space for our story. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, crisis, or just difficulty with your day to day tasks, I would be honored to walk with you through this moment in your life and help you to develop tools to help you navigate with more confidence and agency. I have spent my career working with teens, young adults and adults navigating life's unexpected and distressing moments.
In a world filled with uncertainty, adversity, and ever-changing expectations, it makes sense for us to need additional support and someone who is not our family or our friends to hold space for our story. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, crisis, or just difficulty with your day to day tasks, I would be honored to walk with you through this moment in your life and help you to develop tools to help you navigate with more confidence and agency. I have spent my career working with teens, young adults and adults navigating life's unexpected and distressing moments.
More Therapists Nearby
Many people feel like we are living in a time where life’s challenges seem insurmountable. They can feel like they don’t have the tools to deal with daily life and relationships. They feel uncertain about seeking out help – because asking for help requires vulnerability and exposure. That’s why I believe that finding a therapist you can trust is so important. It is my goal to create a space in therapy where you can build trust, strength, and resilience. I work to give you the tools to deal with your concerns, root out patterns that are detrimental, and help you accomplish your goals in life and relationships.
Many people feel like we are living in a time where life’s challenges seem insurmountable. They can feel like they don’t have the tools to deal with daily life and relationships. They feel uncertain about seeking out help – because asking for help requires vulnerability and exposure. That’s why I believe that finding a therapist you can trust is so important. It is my goal to create a space in therapy where you can build trust, strength, and resilience. I work to give you the tools to deal with your concerns, root out patterns that are detrimental, and help you accomplish your goals in life and relationships.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, ERP, and am trauma trained.
Arooj has immediate availability! Whether you are facing the weight of anxiety and depression, the quiet exhaustion of ADHD, or navigating the high-pressure expectations of an immigrant household, you are tired of just "getting by." Hi, my name is Arooj, and I help clients who feel stuck in cycles of self-doubt and relationship burnout. You want to feel grounded in your identity, as a professional, a Muslim, or a partner without sacrificing your mental health. You are seeking a therapist who understands your cultural roots but focuses on your future and your need for tangible, lasting relief.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, ERP, and am trauma trained.
Arooj has immediate availability! Whether you are facing the weight of anxiety and depression, the quiet exhaustion of ADHD, or navigating the high-pressure expectations of an immigrant household, you are tired of just "getting by." Hi, my name is Arooj, and I help clients who feel stuck in cycles of self-doubt and relationship burnout. You want to feel grounded in your identity, as a professional, a Muslim, or a partner without sacrificing your mental health. You are seeking a therapist who understands your cultural roots but focuses on your future and your need for tangible, lasting relief.
Hanns Nacua, LPC, helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and couples find clarity, healing, and renewed connection through compassionate, individualized therapy for patients across Illinois. At LifeStance Health, he partners with individuals and families to navigate emotional distress, relationship challenges, and identity concerns in a way that honors both clinical best practices and each person’s lived experience.Hanns Nacua, LPC, helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and couples find clarity, healing, and renewed connection through compassionate, individualized therapy for patients across Illinois. At LifeStance Health
Hanns Nacua, LPC, helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and couples find clarity, healing, and renewed connection through compassionate, individualized therapy for patients across Illinois. At LifeStance Health, he partners with individuals and families to navigate emotional distress, relationship challenges, and identity concerns in a way that honors both clinical best practices and each person’s lived experience.Hanns Nacua, LPC, helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and couples find clarity, healing, and renewed connection through compassionate, individualized therapy for patients across Illinois. At LifeStance Health
Tim utilizes ACT, CBT, ICBT, and ERP to assist adults with depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, OCD, perfectionism, and ADHD.
Tim (he/him) believes good therapy is not just about connecting to another person, but also about understanding the context of our internal world: our thoughts, emotions, memories, desires, compulsions, and more. His approach is to help people change how they interact with their internal world in an effort to pursue a more fulfilling life, sometimes helping people define what that means to them along the way. In his experience this generally involves a lot of education, trust, and practicing how to use tools and exercises outside of sessions.
Tim utilizes ACT, CBT, ICBT, and ERP to assist adults with depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, OCD, perfectionism, and ADHD.
Tim (he/him) believes good therapy is not just about connecting to another person, but also about understanding the context of our internal world: our thoughts, emotions, memories, desires, compulsions, and more. His approach is to help people change how they interact with their internal world in an effort to pursue a more fulfilling life, sometimes helping people define what that means to them along the way. In his experience this generally involves a lot of education, trust, and practicing how to use tools and exercises outside of sessions.
I offer telehealth psychotherapy for individuals from all walks of life, using EMDR, ERP, and compassionate, evidence-based care to support you on your healing journey every step of the way.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, depression, or grief, I'm here to support and empower you. I am also passionate about working with individuals on the Autism spectrum, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals in law enforcement. I’m trained in EMDR, ICBT, and TF-CBT and I am a member of the International OCD Foundation.
I offer telehealth psychotherapy for individuals from all walks of life, using EMDR, ERP, and compassionate, evidence-based care to support you on your healing journey every step of the way.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, depression, or grief, I'm here to support and empower you. I am also passionate about working with individuals on the Autism spectrum, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals in law enforcement. I’m trained in EMDR, ICBT, and TF-CBT and I am a member of the International OCD Foundation.
Krista Sherinian, LCSW, has over 27 years of experience helping clients age 5 and up. She often works collaboratively in cases of divorce and with stepfamilies. She got Spanish fluency from a language school in Guanajuato, Mexico. Adult clients have described her work with her as, practical and life-changing. She addresses mind-body wellness by including in treatment lifestyle tips, relaxation training, guided imagery, and Emotional Freedom Techniques. Her approach to couples or family therapy blends strengths with personality type to learn better communication and ways to grow in partnership.
Krista Sherinian, LCSW, has over 27 years of experience helping clients age 5 and up. She often works collaboratively in cases of divorce and with stepfamilies. She got Spanish fluency from a language school in Guanajuato, Mexico. Adult clients have described her work with her as, practical and life-changing. She addresses mind-body wellness by including in treatment lifestyle tips, relaxation training, guided imagery, and Emotional Freedom Techniques. Her approach to couples or family therapy blends strengths with personality type to learn better communication and ways to grow in partnership.
You deserve to experience joy, laughter, and freedom from fear. At times, people encounter overwhelming, distressing thoughts that bring anxiety and panic. These feelings can be paralyzing, making you feel as though you're losing control over your mind. Whether you're dealing with obsessive-compulsive disorder, specific phobias, or intense anxiety and panic, I am here to guide you through the journey of facing these fears and reclaiming your life.
You deserve to experience joy, laughter, and freedom from fear. At times, people encounter overwhelming, distressing thoughts that bring anxiety and panic. These feelings can be paralyzing, making you feel as though you're losing control over your mind. Whether you're dealing with obsessive-compulsive disorder, specific phobias, or intense anxiety and panic, I am here to guide you through the journey of facing these fears and reclaiming your life.
Stronger Therapeutic Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCPC
Batavia, IL 60510
Life puts a lot on our shoulders and if we don’t pay attention to it we can put a lot of pressure on ourselves as well. We believe that therapy is a place for you to take a load off. Not worry about judgement. And dig into what is really on your mind and in your heart. It's likely you feel wired to help, to nurture, to understand, and to give. Oftentimes, we do this for everyone else but ourselves. The therapeutic process allows you to unpack and learn the patterns you have been creating for yourself that are likely not serving you and possibly causing you to feel stressed and frustrated but ultimately, STUCK.
Life puts a lot on our shoulders and if we don’t pay attention to it we can put a lot of pressure on ourselves as well. We believe that therapy is a place for you to take a load off. Not worry about judgement. And dig into what is really on your mind and in your heart. It's likely you feel wired to help, to nurture, to understand, and to give. Oftentimes, we do this for everyone else but ourselves. The therapeutic process allows you to unpack and learn the patterns you have been creating for yourself that are likely not serving you and possibly causing you to feel stressed and frustrated but ultimately, STUCK.
Yolanda Frantzich, LPC, brings dedication and expertise to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and transitions. Practicing in Illinois through LifeStance Health, she works with teens, adults, and seniors to address a range of mental health needs. Whether guiding adolescents through pivotal life stages, supporting adults in midlife transitions, or helping seniors navigate later life challenges, Yolanda’s approach is rooted in empathy and a deep understanding of her clients’ unique experiences. Yolanda is particularly passionate about helping individuals dealing with trauma, grief, and reproductive challenges.Yolanda Frantz
Yolanda Frantzich, LPC, brings dedication and expertise to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and transitions. Practicing in Illinois through LifeStance Health, she works with teens, adults, and seniors to address a range of mental health needs. Whether guiding adolescents through pivotal life stages, supporting adults in midlife transitions, or helping seniors navigate later life challenges, Yolanda’s approach is rooted in empathy and a deep understanding of her clients’ unique experiences. Yolanda is particularly passionate about helping individuals dealing with trauma, grief, and reproductive challenges.Yolanda Frantz
Drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS),
mindfulness, and evidence-based approaches such as ERP, I support clients in cultivating greater clarity, self-acceptance, and a life more fully aligned with their values.
Hi, I'm Shannon.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety-related disorders including OCD, panic disorder, and agoraphobia as well as somatic symptoms, chronic illness, relationship concerns, and complex trauma. I especially enjoy working with high-achieving and deep-feeling individuals who grapple with chronic stress, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and burnout. I understand first-hand how these patterns often develop as ways to manage pressure or maintain control, yet over time, can lead to emotional exhaustion, self-doubt, and disconnection from one’s needs.
Drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS),
mindfulness, and evidence-based approaches such as ERP, I support clients in cultivating greater clarity, self-acceptance, and a life more fully aligned with their values.
Hi, I'm Shannon.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety-related disorders including OCD, panic disorder, and agoraphobia as well as somatic symptoms, chronic illness, relationship concerns, and complex trauma. I especially enjoy working with high-achieving and deep-feeling individuals who grapple with chronic stress, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and burnout. I understand first-hand how these patterns often develop as ways to manage pressure or maintain control, yet over time, can lead to emotional exhaustion, self-doubt, and disconnection from one’s needs.
The stories of our lives are made up of connections and strengths as well as challenges and loss. My goal is to walk alongside you through the processing of these hardships in a journey towards healing and growth. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental space with an empathetic and collaborative approach. I believe in empowerment, authenticity, and honesty to foster insight into patterns and progress towards the goals you seek to achieve.
The stories of our lives are made up of connections and strengths as well as challenges and loss. My goal is to walk alongside you through the processing of these hardships in a journey towards healing and growth. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental space with an empathetic and collaborative approach. I believe in empowerment, authenticity, and honesty to foster insight into patterns and progress towards the goals you seek to achieve.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here. Working with me is warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative. I'm a relationally driven therapist, which means my goal is to help you find healing within yourself, your family system, or your romantic relationship.
I might be a good fit if you're an over-functioning perfectionist, people-pleaser, or eldest daughter ready to strengthen boundaries and take back your life. For individuals, I also specialize in supporting the transition to life with Type 1 diabetes, inner child work, and recovering from or leaving a relationship behind.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here. Working with me is warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative. I'm a relationally driven therapist, which means my goal is to help you find healing within yourself, your family system, or your romantic relationship.
I might be a good fit if you're an over-functioning perfectionist, people-pleaser, or eldest daughter ready to strengthen boundaries and take back your life. For individuals, I also specialize in supporting the transition to life with Type 1 diabetes, inner child work, and recovering from or leaving a relationship behind.
I specialize in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Anxiety Disorders utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP), and Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT).
As a clinician, I strive to be solution focused - for my clients to be 'back on their feet' in no time. My natural ability to build rapport quickly allows for the client to start their journey shortly after starting therapy. I hold a strong belief that if we can laugh at the irony and uncertainties of life, we can and we will get better.
I specialize in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Anxiety Disorders utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP), and Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT).
As a clinician, I strive to be solution focused - for my clients to be 'back on their feet' in no time. My natural ability to build rapport quickly allows for the client to start their journey shortly after starting therapy. I hold a strong belief that if we can laugh at the irony and uncertainties of life, we can and we will get better.
Hana Crnovrsanin is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois. She has a MA in Social Work from The University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work and a BA in Sociology and Criminal Justice from North Park University. Hana has personally experienced a variety of difficult life circumstances and conditions that placed her in a position to understand, validate, and create a safe space for individuals to not only express their current life stressors but to also have them understood.
Hana Crnovrsanin is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois. She has a MA in Social Work from The University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work and a BA in Sociology and Criminal Justice from North Park University. Hana has personally experienced a variety of difficult life circumstances and conditions that placed her in a position to understand, validate, and create a safe space for individuals to not only express their current life stressors but to also have them understood.
See more therapy options for Morton Grove
Nearby Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists Searches for Morton Grove
- Des Plaines
- Evanston
- Glenview
- Kenilworth
- Lincolnwood
- Niles
- Northbrook
- Northfield
- Park Ridge
- Skokie
- Wilmette
- Winnetka
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.