Adoption Therapists in Naperville, IL

I am Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and founding partner of Compass Behavioral Health and Wellness, LLC, who is passionate about empowering individuals and families to achieve personal growth, improve emotional regulation and foster positive relationships. I enjoy utilizing my training on attachment and brain development to assist in coping with the effects of trauma, loss, divorce, disrupted attachments, adoption , depression and anxiety. Using a collaborative and relational approach, I strive to help individuals and couples establish and maintain healthy relationships, as well as strengthen their ability to cope with stressful life events

My original purpose in becoming a psychologist was to understand how to help children who are hurting. I serve children and adolescents who are struggling with a wide variety of concerns, often trauma, depression, anxiety, or self-injury. Of course this also involves support and guidance for their parents. I enjoy using this same developmental perspective to help adults who are struggling with the impact their childhood now has on them, for instance addressing codependency, boundaries, or experiences of childhood abuse. It is a joy to see clients discovering and blossoming into who they are created to be.

Do you feel trapped in your thoughts and emotions? For many people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma emotions and thoughts can feel like they are constantly overwhelming and painful. They can often feel trapping, keeping you from enjoying life the way you might want to. However, it doesn't have to stay this way. Together we can learn how to manage these seemingly uncontrollable painful experiences. Understanding our internal experience, and being equipped with tools to handle our reactions, is often the key to improving our lives.

After serving a wide range of clients, I have focused in on family systems and working with family members to insure the best outcomes for parents, cohesion for couples, and stability for children, thus working with individuals of all ages, families and couples. In family work I have had extensive experience with issues related to adoption and foster parenting. I also work with individuals addressing a wide range of issues that may or may not be directly related to family and relationships. My goal is to aide my clients in maintaining continuous growth, stability in their lives and satisfying relationships.

In working in a number of different settings, Leah has worked with a wide range of ages and diagnoses. The primary focus is adolescents through adults. Concerns that clients may work on, but not limited to, are depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions/adjustments, adoption , mood management, and relationship/communication issues.

I have over twenty years of social work experience. I have worked in foster care and adoption , in a psychiatric hospital and am currently working in private practice. My patients include children, adolescents, adults and couples. I treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief issues, conflict resolution, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, OCD, addictions, issues related to divorce and family/marital conflicts. I use a variety of treatment modalities based on the individual needs of the patient. My therapeutic approach is a non-judgmental blending of eastern and western philosophies thereby helping patients develop acceptance and develop better coping strategies to deal with their challenges.

Dr. McGrath is an experienced clinician with over a decade of successfully working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of concerns. Her clinical experience is expansive. She has led social skills groups for pre-adolescent and adolescent boys and girls; conducted ADHD assessments and psychological evaluations; administered intelligence screenings for gifted children, and has led grief and bereavement groups for adolescents in private and public schools. In addition, she has taught undergraduate courses at Wheaton College.

Counseling research studies consistently state that one of the biggest factors for growth and healing are strongly connected to the relationship between you and your therapist. I take a compassionate and collaborative approach with my clients as we work through the life struggles and circumstances while drawing upon your unique strengths with multi-faceted, evidence-based practices. I firmly believe that we do the best we can even when we don't do or act how we wish. My relationship with clients is one of trust, collaboration and building insights and skills that lead to new, life-enhancing experiences.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR IN-PERSON SESSIONS*. I am passionate about helping children, teens and young adults. Is your child struggling to self-regulate through big emotions? Is your teen isolating or needs help to form a healthy identity? Are you a young adult struggling to build relationships and cope with life’s challenges? Are you a parent that needs support navigating the challenges of parenting or co-parenting? Counseling can provide the support and guidance needed to work through those tough times. I provide a safe and welcoming space for individuals and families.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families, in a variety of mental health settings including: hospitals, private practice, therapeutic day schools, and community mental health. I specialize in the treatment of Mood, Personality, Trauma and Attachment disorder. My special interests include Reactive Attachment Disorder, ADHD, Issues regarding Divorce, Adoption Issues, At-Risk Youth as well as Parent Education/Training, Post-Partum Depression and Transgender issues.

Worked with people who are dealing with behaviors associated with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Direct Feedback, Trauma Informed Care, Skills Based Approach, Modeling and Skills Training, All Inclusive approach

I strive to help people have a better understanding of who they are and who they can be and overcome the internal obstacles keeping them stuck. You will find me easy to connect with. I listen attentively, remember details, and ask direct and relevant questions to create a therapy that is tailored to your goals, challenges and provides solutions. I effectively treat Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Panic, and Chronic Pain. Mind-body imbalance can cause neck and back pain, stomach problems, headaches, which I have success treating. I also specialize in eating disorders, specifically in weight loss and weight gain prevention.

Hello! Choosing a therapist is not easy and involves finding someone with whom you are comfortable. I offer a supportive approach that is sustained by years of experience, knowledge and training through private psychotherapy and consulting services. My clinical services provide a comprehensive and holistic approach toward personal growth and healing. Together, we can uncover your inner strengths and gifts to make emotional and behavioral treatment a fulfilling journey. I have received DIPLOMATE professional certification with the American Psychotherapy Association and have professional certifications in Play Therapy, Domestic Violence, Sexual Addictions,and Trauma-Based Treatments.

I believe that change best occurs in the context of an open, trusting relationship. Therapy is a collaborative relationship in which we work together to address the issues that you are struggling with. Together, we will identify your feelings, thoughts, and dynamics that are impacting your life. We will work together to meet your goals in pursuit of a purposeful and rewarding life.

Whatever you're facing, you can bring your mess here. I will patiently listen and make space for every piece of you. Let's find a path towards wellness together. I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, women’s issues, infertility, relationship struggles, lifestyle changes, grief, trauma, LGBTQIA+, self-esteem & body positivity. I am a down to earth therapist, who is able to instill hope and care into each session. I additionally supports a specialized population of individuals struggling with infertility, IVF, adoption , miscarriages, and perinatal /postnatal issues.

I offer individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. My holistic and eclectic treatment approach draws from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, biofeedback and mindfulness-based theories to understand problems and bring about growth and change. I believe every individual is unique and treatment is tailored to the individual’s needs. I value client self-determination and feel it is essential to empower clients to actively participate in their treatment process. Sessions focus on building on an individual’s strength and capacity for change while addressing the stressor.