Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Naperville, IL
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Christine A Barker
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Hi there! I am Christine :) I am a passionate-practicing LCPC in North Naperville. I have over 10 years of experience. I enjoy working with adults who have problematic relationships, childhood issues, and who feel stuck in their present life. It might be
trauma
, depression, anxiety, but whatever it is we can help you get "unstuck" together. I believe everyone has potential to help themselves, but sometimes we need some guidance. Many of us weren't taught how to deal with our emotions and feelings, and as a result, our adult lives suffer in ways we aren't educated to fix. I am here to help guide YOU to your BEST SELF.
Katelyn Lukensmeyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified
Katelyn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in adults and adolescents with
trauma
, anxiety, depression, and other chronic mental illness. Katie graduated from DePaul University with her BA in psychology in 2008 and Loyola University of Chicago, School of Social work in 2012 with her MSW. Katelyn has experience working with military veterans and their families, civilians, LGBTQ adolescents and adults, developmental
trauma
in adults, grief and loss, single parenting, and working and stay at home parents. Katelyn believes in assisting her clients toward a meaningful and purposeful future and improving quality of life.
Cynthia M Stafford
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and panic disorders; depression, bipolar disorders and post-partum depression; eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, and compulsive overeating; weight management and healthy lifestyle coaching;
trauma
recovery, including sexual abuse; self-esteem and self-image issues; marriage and relationship counseling; and divorce recovery.
Are you struggling in your personal life or relationships? Counseling is the first step to becoming healthy and fulfilled. I have over 25 years of experience walking alongside people of all ages, including couples and families, to help them on their journey of personal growth. We will work cooperatively together to reach your goals through proven therapeutic interventions, including anger management, stress management, communication skills, emotion regulation, relaxation techniques, cognitive/behavioral therapy, EMDR. You will learn to face and deal with your difficult challenges so you can live a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
Jessica Wilkiel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
I work primarily with clients that have experienced
trauma
, anxiety, mood disorders,
ptsd
, relationship issues, career issues, and communication issues.
As stated by Brené Brown "Many of us are willing to extend a helping hand, but we're very reluctant to reach out for help when we need it ourselves". I've heard many people echo these same thoughts in regards to their mental health. When we try not to "burden" others, or are fearful of seeming "weak", or ignore our feelings it can become unbearable and lead us to feeling stuck. Everyone can use a helping hand at times, and therapy can be used as a safe place to figure out your next step.
Lauren Keppel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Whether you're an adolescent or an adult struggling with anxiety or depression, dealing with a painful loss, looking to understand the impact of
trauma
, making a life transition, or hoping to develop a stronger sense of self, Lauren’s goal is to offer the tools you need to feel safe, whole, and healthy.
Labyrinth Counseling and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified
I specialize in treating
Trauma
(single event, long-term and attachment) with experiential therapies, including EMDR & Somatic Experiencing. These interventions recognize the need to go beyond changing your thoughts and focus on helping people regulate the body sensations and emotions that continue to be experienced. For example: a person may know that a traumatic event is over and yet continue to feel the emotion of anxiety and the body sensation of muscle tension (never truly relaxing or feeling safe). This can activate an impulse to run away from situations, become angry/defensive or shut down (depressed/ avoidant/dissociative)
Cathy Conway
Counselor, MA, LCPC, SEP, TEB
Verified
NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS RIGHT NOW. I can help with adoption, anger, anxiety, boundaries, burnout, codependency, depression, loneliness, parenting, phobias, relationships, self-esteem, sexual abuse, singleness, stress management, spiritual integration and
trauma
. I am certified as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and I also facilitate Immanuel Prayer. 20 years of clinical experience in a variety of settings have helped me to recognize and utilize external resources as we work towards building up internal resources. I am privileged to walk along side of those who might need to be reminded of their importance and worth.
Joe Gryzbek
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified
My specialties include the following:
trauma
/abuse, healthy emotional expression, and anxiety related disorders.
"You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." I believe this quote perfectly exemplifies my goal working with you as a client. When working with you, my number one priority is to create a safe environment and develop a strong, collaborative relationship. Therapy is a difficult process. However, we can create a safe environment which could ease this difficulty greatly. I utilize evidence-based interventions to help you learn to manage the challenges that life places in front of you and help you realize the strength inside of you to engage those challenges in a healthy manner.
Anna D'Alessandro
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified
Anna is a knowledgeable counselor who values an honest therapeutic relationship, and believes her clients to be the experts of their own lives. Her background includes detailed work in life adjustments, depression, anxiety,
trauma
, and personality disorders. Anna discovered that she also greatly enjoys working with first responders, and clients who have experienced
trauma
. She would love to connect with clients who work in an emergency setting, and assist them in processing any work or life experiences.
Melissa Roberts New
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Melissa is a seasoned clinician with over twenty years of experience in child welfare, with a focus on adolescents and young adults in crisis, eating disorders, and those who have a
trauma
history. She is motivated by a passion for adolescents and her community to create therapeutic relationships that are based on compassion, respect, and collaboration. Through building trust and a commitment to authentic relationships she can engage adolescents and young adults who have been considered difficult to work with by others.
Cynthia A. Bill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CRADC, SAP, CCTPII
Verified
Cindy Bill is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Addictions, and
Trauma
professional. Cindy received her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Master of Social Work from Aurora University. Cindy came to the helping profession from a long career of leadership and consultancy in the petroleum industry. She has worked in many social service settings; homeless prevention, domestic violence/sexual assault, Military/Veterans/families, hospital/medical, criminal justice, addictions treatment/recovery, emergency/crisis intervention and community mental health.
Cassie Whitfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
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.
Sharon L Heath
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
In addition, I have worked for over 18 years with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse,
trauma
, and emotional management difficulties.
We all need help at times - someone to talk to and/or someone to help us learn better ways to achieve the life we want, whether it's to cope with depression, anxiety or past traumas, or learn better ways to communicate. I will provide a safe, supportive environment in which you can talk about your thoughts and feelings, and also learn healthy skills to better manage your emotions and have better relationships. I will provide you with caring feedback and perspective. I will provide a non-judgmental, compassionate, caring relationship because I know that the relationship between the therapist and the client is an important one.
Colleen Norwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Her specialties include depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, and
post-traumatic stress
disorder.
Colleen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys collaborating with adolescents and adults in order to help them make changes that will allow them to find balance, and an enhanced quality of life. Having worked closely with adoptive families, families experiencing crisis and violence in the home, veterans, and individuals managing severe and persistent mental illness, Colleen is well versed in the treatment of
trauma
and attachment, mood, anxiety, psychotic, as well as personality disorders.
Olena Burger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CYT
Verified
If you feel your life consumed by fruitless efforts and potentially self-destructive behaviors, I am here to foster a shift from life as a problem to be solved to life as a process to be experienced. When you are facing difficult life challenges, it’s easy to lose sight of hope. Depression, anxiety, illness, infertility,
trauma
, and grief can take a heavy toll on your physical and mental health. I am a licensed clinical social worker, along with certifications as a yoga/mindfulness and EMDR trained professional. I help individuals and groups from children to adults find hope and healing.
Amie Eipers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CH, CPT
Verified
Some areas of specialization include anxiety, depression,
PTSD
, childhood physical/sexual abuse, divorce stressors, adolescent stressors, alcohol/drug abuse, relationships, co-dependency, physical/sexual assault, weight loss/mgmt, & work stressors.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, offering individual, couple, & family counseling. I strive to provide a relaxed atmosphere so my clients feel comfortable sharing about themselves. I like to learn about my client’s life, not just the traumas or troubles, but all of the good, their strengths & supports. I believe the client is the expert on themselves & they are always an integral part of directing the treatment strategies & goals.
Jacqueline Shelton-Epsinosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified
I specialize in the following: -Anxiety -Depression -Bipolar – Complex
Trauma
LGTBQIA+ -Women’s Issues -Oppression-Based
Trauma
-Racial Identity Challenges -Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy Letters -Gender Affirming Surgery Letters.
In my 15 of years providing therapy, I have worked with various individuals experiencing different life challenges. The goal is to create a connection and from that connection build a bridge to healing and recovery. I believe that we are all seeking radical acceptance and radical belonging. Systemic oppression significantly impacts mental and physical wellness. I strongly believe it is not that a person needs to be "fixed". Marginalized and oppressed folx need support, space, agency, and tools to navigate an increasingly hostile and toxic environment.
Stephanie Clymer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified
I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, TF-CBT, mindfulness, and
trauma
informed treatment interventions to find your starting point.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and certified alcohol and drug counselor. I received my Bachelor of Science from Purdue University and earned my Master of Social Work from Aurora University. I have experience working in residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, outpatient, crisis intervention, and immediate stabilization settings. My areas of focus are
trauma
, substance use, eating disorders, complex mood disorders, teen issues, and challenging family dynamics. I have worked in home-based, clinic, and virtual settings.
Jenna S Kiel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
I often work with people who are facing a major life transition and/or who are feeling "stuck." Whether that is a career change, divorce, having a child, or a major illness (just to name a few), therapy can be incredibly helpful in finding the ground beneath your feet by figuring out what your goals are and how to get there. I also work with a lot of individuals who have survived some type of
trauma
, including major medical illness. I find that the big "why are we here?" questions can often be important to address after traumatic experiences.
Veronica Cecil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
I have training in grief counseling for children and adults, as well as
trauma
-informed modalities for children and adults, including: EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT, sand tray therapy, and
trauma
-informed play therapy.
This has been such a hard season for many individuals and families navigating challenging issues with grief and loss. Most of my work has been providing support to children, adolescents, and adults during stressful experiences and transitions. My job allows me the privilege to witness the resilience and strength of individuals as they move through unexpected challenges. I believe it is important for all people to have a safe, non-judgmental, authentic space to feel validated and to help bring balance and healing to their life. I also work with therapists and medical providers who experience
trauma
and loss at work.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychological reaction that occurs after an extremely stressful event, such as physical violence or military combat. Those suffering from PTSD have recurring memories of the stressful event and are anxious or scared even in the absence of danger. Flashbacks and nightmares are common symptoms as well.
If you're looking for help with PTSD in Naperville or for a Naperville PTSD therapist these professionals provide PTSD therapy and PTSD treatment. They include PTSD therapists, PTSD psychologists, PTSD psychotherapists and PTSD counselors. They can help with all aspects of post traumatic stress disorder in Naperville, PTSD symptoms, veterans' PTSD and PTSD children.
If you're looking for help with trauma therapy in Naperville or for a Naperville trauma therapist these professionals provide trauma therapy, trauma treatment and Naperville trauma counseling. They include trauma therapists, trauma psychologists and trauma counselors. They can help with Naperville trauma symptoms, veterans' trauma and trauma in children.
If you're looking for help with PTSD in Naperville or for a Naperville PTSD therapist these professionals provide PTSD therapy and PTSD treatment. They include PTSD therapists, PTSD psychologists, PTSD psychotherapists and PTSD counselors. They can help with all aspects of post traumatic stress disorder in Naperville, PTSD symptoms, veterans' PTSD and PTSD children.
If you're looking for help with trauma therapy in Naperville or for a Naperville trauma therapist these professionals provide trauma therapy, trauma treatment and Naperville trauma counseling. They include trauma therapists, trauma psychologists and trauma counselors. They can help with Naperville trauma symptoms, veterans' trauma and trauma in children.