Family Therapy in Naperville, IL

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Photo of Caroline Petruk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Naperville, IL
Caroline Petruk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
You've been working through challenges on your own for quite some time. Family and friends think you are “fine”, but deep inside you are struggling to get through the day to day without breaking down. You're overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands of life and have been trying to change the way you feel, but things do not seem to be any different no matter what you do. If you are ready for change and support within your personal life, then you're in the right place. Let's get you back to having peace and meaningful connection within your personal life.
(331) 258-3711
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Naperville, IL 60565
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Elizabeth Cervantes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTP-E
Verified
Verified
I offer individual, couples, martial and family therapy to assist in the guidance of dealing with life stressors in a more positive and self fulfilling fashion.
I have over 30 years of experience in working with individuals of varied ages from adolescents through adulthood including 27 years of working in a local school district along with 10 years of private practice. My bilingual/bicultural (Spanish) skills have allowed me the privilege of guiding a diverse group of clients with varied life challenges. Life requires a delicate balance which can have influence on our lives in unexpected ways. I believe that the development of healthy coping skills and self care are vital tools toward a healthy lifestyle.
(331) 979-3037
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Cheryl Frommelt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCPC, LMFT
Verified
11 Endorsed
Verified
11 Endorsed
I have 30 years working with Individuals, Couples and Families as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I am a Certified Rapid Resolution Therapist. I am passionate about helping people achieve balanced and healthy lives. I see myself as a collaborator and work along side my clients to effectively help them obtain their goals. I have a fundamental belief that people have the ability to help themselves. I believe respect for others, along with compassion and humor provide an ideal environment in which clients can express themselves.
(630) 426-3509
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Brittany M. Roback
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CADC
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
I offer playful interventions to children and teens, ages 4 and up. I really enjoy working with parents on how to communicate more effectively with their child/teen and how to build positive healthy relationships. Another population I am passionate about working with is those struggling with addiction. Addiction can be observed in many forms from video gaming, eating disorders to substances. Whether struggling with addictions to school homework, I look at the family system as a whole. This allows me to evaluate the individual needs of the client and identify what is needed to assist the client to grow into their best self.
(630) 473-3481
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Kristin Kallas
Marriage & Family Therapist, ALMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Kristin is an experienced counselor, with a Master’s Degree in both Clinical Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy . She specializes in couples of all ages, who are experiencing challenges with sexual and emotional intimacy, as well high stress and/or anxiety with their partners or within their family system. Kristin works with individuals and families, and sees clients ages 10+. Areas of focus is individuals dealing with depression, interpersonal issues, illness/medical issues, life changes/adjustment disorder, pre-marital/engagement issues, relationship issues, self-esteem/self-worth and women’s issues.
(331) 259-8418
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Kristen Federlein
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an adolescent and adult therapist, as well as Director of Therapy Services for Advanced Behavioral Health Services, with credentials of Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), as well as a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I have experience providing therapy to adolescents and adults in individual, family and group settings. Areas of expertise include: mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder), anxiety, post-traumatic or acute stress, personality disorders, schizophrenia and delusional disorders, struggles with addiction, relationship issues, life transitions and loss/grief issues.
(630) 426-3491
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Jennifer Kinsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
Verified
I believe that family work is a big part of success in therapy and like to incorporate the family system into the therapy process when possible, to promote growth in treatment.
Life can be hard and I praise you for having the strength to reach out for help and support. I believe it takes courage to begin or continue this journey which is why I value creating a safe and non-judgmental environment for us to work in together. I earned my BSW from Northeastern Illinois University and an MSW from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I enjoy working with clients of all ages. I have specific training and experience in working with youth with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, behavioral issues, and ADHD.
(630) 446-6351
Naperville, IL 60564
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Marianne Vranek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I approach a client with the Holistic approach, I work with the whole person in treating a person. I want to learn about the person and their journey, to understand their symptoms, behaviors. With my social work degree, I also bring in the family dynamics/system into treatment. My modalities, for treatment are DBT, CBT, mindfulness, and I am EMDR trained.
(630) 448-8943
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Naperville, IL 60564
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Kristen M Unterberg
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I come alongside you, your partner and your family to help you grow personally, communicate better and reach your full potential.
Everyone wants to know that they matter and that they have worth. Sometimes life gets in the way and interferes with our ability to tap into our sense of belonging and being accepted as we are. Helping clients navigate through life issues and challenges and healing the deeper wounds that affect our day to day functioning is a passion of mine. What does it mean to be "healthy and whole"? Discovering this and working toward healing and thriving where you are at is a rewarding experience!
(331) 253-1996
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Not accepting new clients
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Barb Bechtel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCPC
Verified
Verified
The decision to come to therapy is often a difficult step to take. Life by nature is not easy to navigate. We all get stuck now and again, and you can't read the label when you are stuck inside the jar. I have been helping people open the jars, read and understand the labels, unstick them and apply new labels, for 20 years, and I would be happy to help you and/or your family , too.
(630) 672-5129
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Naperville, IL 60540
Not accepting new clients
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Stacy Colgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified
Verified
) Are you experiencing a transition in your life? (changing careers, getting married or divorced, or losing a family member) Did you experience childhood trauma that is impacting you presently? Are you an adult with ADHD?.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just plain stuck? Are your normal go-to strategies not cutting it? Utilizing research-based therapy, we can work together to identify new patterns of thinking and coping strategies that you can bring into your everyday life.
(630) 593-7336
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Naperville, IL 60564
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Julie A. Nelson-Kuna, PhD, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My specialized training includes use of CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic and Family -Based therapies.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, trained in a research-based PhD program, with many years of experience working with adolescents, emerging adults, adults, and families in both outpatient and inpatient settings. I specialize in working with individuals and families facing school-related pressures including high achievement issues, poor executive functioning, and perfectionism. Also, I have extensive training and experience working with addictive behaviors, including disordered eating, substance abuse, internet/porn abuse. Finally, I have strong interests and clinical experience in working with women struggling with self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.
(331) 425-6839
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Deb Mantovani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Deb has a great deal of experience with women’s issues, infertility, postpartum depression, parenting, family and relationship concerns, and self-esteem.
Deb is enthusiastic and optimistic and finds great satisfaction helping her clients grow, change and live life more fully. Deb takes an integrative approach to therapy, drawing on many different treatment approaches ranging from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to Play Therapy (for young children), to Insight-Oriented Therapy. She tailors her work to the individual needs of each client.
(331) 216-1103 x240
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Cora Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
She has specialized training in trauma, abuse and attachment issues to support romantic and family relaitonships.
Briarwood Counseling seeks to help people who are struggling to figure out how to feel better in their lives. Cora works with individuals, couples and families struggling with depression, anxiety, life and relationship transitions into and out of parenthood, grief, loss, and rebuilding after abuse and trauma experiences. Sometimes people just feel "stuck" and want their lives to look different or want to move into a more positive space. Cora helps sift through the trouble and find solutions and move forward. Cora loves working with people who want to know themselves better.
(779) 204-5159
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Naperville, IL 60540
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Heather Treat
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
She uses behavioral techniques, experiential activities, exposures, and family work to help guests improve the quality of their lives.
Mindfulness is a way of life for Heather and it helped her develop her identity as a therapist. Heather now identifies as a contextual behavioral therapist using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) interventions/skills and an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach to intervene with her guests. She has one criteria for her guests: Willingness. Guests experience her as someone who teaches skills and helps them set attainable goals. Heather believes all people inherently have everything they need to move forward in their lives. She likes to help them find what they need and use it.
(872) 201-3897
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Ashley Maki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping individuals with emotional and mental health, marriage and family counseling, and substance abuse. I am a trauma-informed, relational therapist who seeks to create a safe space for her clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and behaviors. I obtained my MSW from Aurora University in 2018 and am currently enrolled as a fourth-year doctoral candidate of clinical social work with plans to graduate in December 2023. As an active learner and researcher of evidence-based practices and interventions I aim to improve the quality of social work services for all.
(331) 236-0283
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Sheldon Isenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I'm seeing individuals and couples dealing with life disruptions and life transitions in their personal and work lives. People come to me with problems of depression,anxiety, anger, affairs, marital transitions,spiritual conflict, family business and career issues of a personal nature. I connect very well with both men and women. Much of my work involves working with couples at all stages of life together. My goal is that my time and that of my client's should have real meaning. Please visit my website at www.isenbergcounseling.com.
(630) 447-8991
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Naperville, IL 60540
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Marc L. Solodky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Marc’s experience with adolescents & young adults is extensive and unique, having worked as a high school counselor, varsity baseball coach, and school district administrator of student & family services.
Marc specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, & adults on a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, stress management, LGBTQ, & education related inquiries. His approach is solution-focused & viewed through a cognitive-behavioral lens, with the goal of creating a partnership based on rapport & connection to best develop strategies that meet each individual's unique needs. Marc currently provides individual therapy, parental consultation, & educational advocacy via telehealth and in-person sessions. He is passionate about helping individuals meet their own goals!
(630) 446-2972
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Naperville, IL 60540
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Beth Wrobel
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Beth has a special interest in issues related to cultural adjustment, identity and outreach to diverse populations. She is also interested in issues related to relational/ family problems, gender, depression and anxiety. She uses a strength-based, person-centered approach utilizing CBT as well as Solution Focused Brief Therapy. Beth strives to create a supportive atmosphere to help clients feel comfortable, safe and relaxed, but also create a supportive relationship that can challenge guests when necessary.
(872) 213-7064
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Nowell and Associates Counseling Firm
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Collectively, we have many years of experience working with patients from adolescence onward in individual psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, couples therapy, family therapy , and group therapy.
While a person can feel better after a good talk with a friend or relative, for moderate or severe emotional distress, this relief is only temporary. Talking with a trained listener helps alleviate emotional distress for good. The doctors in our practice are trained to listen and interact in a way that helps you get to the very root of your emotional concerns.
(630) 672-0191
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Naperville, IL 60563
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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.