Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Niles, IL
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who will offer you a safe, caring, and supportive environment. In my 20 + years of clinical experience, I believe having a mutual and reciprocal therapeutic relationship is one of the first steps for growth and change. I value your input and will work with you as a team to help you identify and achieve your goals.
I have a strong background in treating children, adolescents and adults with issues related to mood, relationships, adjustments to life transitions, anxiety, work or school performance, medical issues, eating disorders, substance abuse, stress, parenting, and other psychological disorders.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who will offer you a safe, caring, and supportive environment. In my 20 + years of clinical experience, I believe having a mutual and reciprocal therapeutic relationship is one of the first steps for growth and change. I value your input and will work with you as a team to help you identify and achieve your goals.
I have a strong background in treating children, adolescents and adults with issues related to mood, relationships, adjustments to life transitions, anxiety, work or school performance, medical issues, eating disorders, substance abuse, stress, parenting, and other psychological disorders.
My ideal client is someone ready to explore challenges in a safe, nonjudgmental space. They may be dealing with anxiety, stress, life changes, or relationship difficulties and want practical tools and insight to navigate them. Together, we work toward clarity, confidence, and growth at a pace that feels right for them.
My ideal client is someone ready to explore challenges in a safe, nonjudgmental space. They may be dealing with anxiety, stress, life changes, or relationship difficulties and want practical tools and insight to navigate them. Together, we work toward clarity, confidence, and growth at a pace that feels right for them.
I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, ERP, psychodynamic, and trauma-focused therapies to help clients build insight, coping skills, and lasting change.
It can be difficult to find a place where you feel comfortable, seen, and safe enough to be real without fear of being judged. I want our sessions to be that place for you. I know that one size does not fit all and that everyone has their own unique experience and needs. I want to hear your story and create a plan together that promotes well-being, healing, and self-acceptance.
I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, ERP, psychodynamic, and trauma-focused therapies to help clients build insight, coping skills, and lasting change.
It can be difficult to find a place where you feel comfortable, seen, and safe enough to be real without fear of being judged. I want our sessions to be that place for you. I know that one size does not fit all and that everyone has their own unique experience and needs. I want to hear your story and create a plan together that promotes well-being, healing, and self-acceptance.
I work with survivors of all forms of abuse, as well as people experiencing depression and anxiety. It can be hard to find a safe place to talk about these struggles. Whether you are going through a difficult season, or whether you’ve survived one difficult season after another, I am committed to bringing compassion, dedication, and knowledge to bear as we work together to help you heal.
I work with survivors of all forms of abuse, as well as people experiencing depression and anxiety. It can be hard to find a safe place to talk about these struggles. Whether you are going through a difficult season, or whether you’ve survived one difficult season after another, I am committed to bringing compassion, dedication, and knowledge to bear as we work together to help you heal.
I often use CBT, DBT, ACT and ERP within my practice.
Everyone deserves to feel heard and seen. Change is scary. Uncertainty is scary. Each of these though are important for personal development and growth. I have always felt therapy is displaying patience, compassion, empathy and empowerment. I strive to bring these qualities to each session as well as incorporating light-hearted humor, which can go a long way! Rapport building within a client-clinician relationship is important to create a safe and respectful space for self-exploration. It's important to me to collaborate with each person to best support their own goals and wants for therapy, meeting the person wherever they are at.
I often use CBT, DBT, ACT and ERP within my practice.
Everyone deserves to feel heard and seen. Change is scary. Uncertainty is scary. Each of these though are important for personal development and growth. I have always felt therapy is displaying patience, compassion, empathy and empowerment. I strive to bring these qualities to each session as well as incorporating light-hearted humor, which can go a long way! Rapport building within a client-clinician relationship is important to create a safe and respectful space for self-exploration. It's important to me to collaborate with each person to best support their own goals and wants for therapy, meeting the person wherever they are at.
Possibly one of the most overlooked yet effective approaches to taking care of yourself is the simple act of listening–listening to yourself, listening to your body, and having someone you trust listening to you. Listening is where I like to start – to ensure that before anything else, I take the time to understand who you are. Each individual takes a unique path and one of my goals is to embrace that in a collaborative and open treatment experience. I take a nonjudgmental and empowering approach to ensure that my clients are strengthening their sense of self while acknowledging the past and present challenges.
Possibly one of the most overlooked yet effective approaches to taking care of yourself is the simple act of listening–listening to yourself, listening to your body, and having someone you trust listening to you. Listening is where I like to start – to ensure that before anything else, I take the time to understand who you are. Each individual takes a unique path and one of my goals is to embrace that in a collaborative and open treatment experience. I take a nonjudgmental and empowering approach to ensure that my clients are strengthening their sense of self while acknowledging the past and present challenges.
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Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Alison Chruscinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTTP
Chicago, IL 60613
Waitlist for new clients
A break-up, loss, anxiety, or adjusting to a life transition are common issues addressed in therapy. Most people go through difficult times; therapy helps you to gain better insight into your struggles and make lasting changes. Therapy can truly change how you see yourself, how you feel, and how you experience life. I work to create a judgment free, safe environment using a strength-based, holistic approach to meet your individual needs. I have extensive training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, though this is just one of the tools in my toolbox. I believe therapy is a collaborative process that is tailored towards you. My style is
A break-up, loss, anxiety, or adjusting to a life transition are common issues addressed in therapy. Most people go through difficult times; therapy helps you to gain better insight into your struggles and make lasting changes. Therapy can truly change how you see yourself, how you feel, and how you experience life. I work to create a judgment free, safe environment using a strength-based, holistic approach to meet your individual needs. I have extensive training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, though this is just one of the tools in my toolbox. I believe therapy is a collaborative process that is tailored towards you. My style is
It is my true honor to walk with my clients in their journeys of growth and healing. In our work together, we’ll build a customized plan that will help you best reach your goals. This plan will include working together in session as well as home practice. I enjoy working with individuals and couples on a wide variety of concerns including trauma, impacts of discrimination, emotion dysregulation, depression, anxiety, panic, adjustment, relationship concerns, as well as various other life challenges. It is important to me to take into consideration my client's contexts, experiences, and identities as they shape our values and world.
It is my true honor to walk with my clients in their journeys of growth and healing. In our work together, we’ll build a customized plan that will help you best reach your goals. This plan will include working together in session as well as home practice. I enjoy working with individuals and couples on a wide variety of concerns including trauma, impacts of discrimination, emotion dysregulation, depression, anxiety, panic, adjustment, relationship concerns, as well as various other life challenges. It is important to me to take into consideration my client's contexts, experiences, and identities as they shape our values and world.
We might ease OCD with ERP, strengthen your relationship with the Gottman Method, or process trauma through EMDR and IFS.
If you’re feeling stretched thin—trying to balance work, relationships, family, or big life changes while still holding it all together—you’re not alone. Anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or past hurts can leave you drained, on edge, and disconnected. Maybe it’s harder to focus, be present with people you love, or find joy in things you used to. These struggles can happen at any stage of life—including pregnancy, postpartum, or other major transitions—and they don’t have to define your future.
We might ease OCD with ERP, strengthen your relationship with the Gottman Method, or process trauma through EMDR and IFS.
If you’re feeling stretched thin—trying to balance work, relationships, family, or big life changes while still holding it all together—you’re not alone. Anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or past hurts can leave you drained, on edge, and disconnected. Maybe it’s harder to focus, be present with people you love, or find joy in things you used to. These struggles can happen at any stage of life—including pregnancy, postpartum, or other major transitions—and they don’t have to define your future.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" —Mary Oliver. I am privileged to join people on their journey to expand their lives. I approach therapy with plenty of warmth, humor and compassion.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" —Mary Oliver. I am privileged to join people on their journey to expand their lives. I approach therapy with plenty of warmth, humor and compassion.
Therapy can be uncomfortable and awkward and strange. Getting to know someone new is scary, and it can feel like there’s so much pressure. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel as safe as possible while you discover the strength and skill you already have to heal and reach your goals, whatever those may be.
Therapy can be uncomfortable and awkward and strange. Getting to know someone new is scary, and it can feel like there’s so much pressure. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel as safe as possible while you discover the strength and skill you already have to heal and reach your goals, whatever those may be.
Even when life is seemingly going well, our thoughts and feelings can make our days and nights a struggle. Living with mental illness or going through a challenging time can be like there is an ever-looming cloud blocking us from feeling the sun. It is my belief that therapy can help us see and feel the light again. Depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral or personality issues, and abuse & trauma can make us feel like we’re alone and without hope. Therapy can be a place where you don’t have to go through life’s struggles alone and get to learn coping strategies and solutions.
Even when life is seemingly going well, our thoughts and feelings can make our days and nights a struggle. Living with mental illness or going through a challenging time can be like there is an ever-looming cloud blocking us from feeling the sun. It is my belief that therapy can help us see and feel the light again. Depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral or personality issues, and abuse & trauma can make us feel like we’re alone and without hope. Therapy can be a place where you don’t have to go through life’s struggles alone and get to learn coping strategies and solutions.
I have specialized training in treating anxiety and OCD with CBT and ERP approaches.
Sometimes life throws you a curveball or two. Some people have been dealt a difficult card from the start. I believe we all possess the tools needed to get through times of adversity, but at times, may need a little guidance. Having an objective ally to cheer you on can really make the difference in reaching your goals and feeling confident along the way. I strive to create a stimulating, comfortable, and safe place for people to be vulnerable. I tend to have a relaxed conversational style, while using evidenced based materials and approaches. I am committed to jumping in the muck with you so we can find solutions together.
I have specialized training in treating anxiety and OCD with CBT and ERP approaches.
Sometimes life throws you a curveball or two. Some people have been dealt a difficult card from the start. I believe we all possess the tools needed to get through times of adversity, but at times, may need a little guidance. Having an objective ally to cheer you on can really make the difference in reaching your goals and feeling confident along the way. I strive to create a stimulating, comfortable, and safe place for people to be vulnerable. I tend to have a relaxed conversational style, while using evidenced based materials and approaches. I am committed to jumping in the muck with you so we can find solutions together.
I specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Taking the first step to improve your life can feel difficult and daunting, especially when you live with anxiety and fear. But I believe that every single person has the strength and capability to create positive changes in their life. I strive to provide a caring and open space for my clients, so they can begin to break down the barriers they face on the path to achieving their goals. With extensive experience in the field providing treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, and PTSD, I work to provide supportive and understanding therapy to meet each client's individual needs.
I specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Taking the first step to improve your life can feel difficult and daunting, especially when you live with anxiety and fear. But I believe that every single person has the strength and capability to create positive changes in their life. I strive to provide a caring and open space for my clients, so they can begin to break down the barriers they face on the path to achieving their goals. With extensive experience in the field providing treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, and PTSD, I work to provide supportive and understanding therapy to meet each client's individual needs.
Marta Kromka-Brigagliano has always had a passion for helping others and for the past sixteen years she has advocated for and provided behavioral health resources in the community. Marta is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified alcohol and drug abuse counselor, and certified case manager. While working with clients she utilizes a systemic approach that focuses on individual’s relationship with others, family of origin issues, personal history and relationship with self.
Marta Kromka-Brigagliano has always had a passion for helping others and for the past sixteen years she has advocated for and provided behavioral health resources in the community. Marta is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified alcohol and drug abuse counselor, and certified case manager. While working with clients she utilizes a systemic approach that focuses on individual’s relationship with others, family of origin issues, personal history and relationship with self.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor based in Illinois. I have always had a genuine interest in people and the different ways we all try to make sense of ourselves and the world. The number one indicator for success in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. For me the most important thing is that those I work with feel safe, cared for, and understood. I seek to provide a comfortable space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without fear of judgment. My hope is that my clients gain greater awareness of who they are, what they want, and how to get there.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor based in Illinois. I have always had a genuine interest in people and the different ways we all try to make sense of ourselves and the world. The number one indicator for success in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. For me the most important thing is that those I work with feel safe, cared for, and understood. I seek to provide a comfortable space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without fear of judgment. My hope is that my clients gain greater awareness of who they are, what they want, and how to get there.
Are you feeling held back, like you can’t live life the way you wish you could? Or are you finding it difficult to enjoy the things in life that once gave you joy? Do you need to break away from patterns that may have helped you in the past but now weigh you down? If you are looking for more freedom within your own mind and want to live a fuller life, I am here to help.
Are you feeling held back, like you can’t live life the way you wish you could? Or are you finding it difficult to enjoy the things in life that once gave you joy? Do you need to break away from patterns that may have helped you in the past but now weigh you down? If you are looking for more freedom within your own mind and want to live a fuller life, I am here to help.
Using an integrative approach CBT, ERP, EMDR, DBT, somatic work, and IFS.
I help high-functioning women and professionals heal from trauma, anxiety, OCD, depression, and perinatal/postpartum challenges. Using EMDR, IFS, ERP, DBT, and somatic work, I offer warm, personalized virtual therapy across 7 states to support deep healing and lasting change.
Using an integrative approach CBT, ERP, EMDR, DBT, somatic work, and IFS.
I help high-functioning women and professionals heal from trauma, anxiety, OCD, depression, and perinatal/postpartum challenges. Using EMDR, IFS, ERP, DBT, and somatic work, I offer warm, personalized virtual therapy across 7 states to support deep healing and lasting change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working with children, teens, young adults, and their families. My experiences include having worked in community-based, private practice, and hospital (both inpatient/outpatient) settings. In therapy I mainly draw from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based techniques. I believe that it is essential to take into consideration the unique qualities/needs of each client and family, and provide a supportive therapeutic environment to facilitate the discussion of their concerns.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working with children, teens, young adults, and their families. My experiences include having worked in community-based, private practice, and hospital (both inpatient/outpatient) settings. In therapy I mainly draw from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based techniques. I believe that it is essential to take into consideration the unique qualities/needs of each client and family, and provide a supportive therapeutic environment to facilitate the discussion of their concerns.
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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.