Psychoanalytic Therapists in Norridge, IL
A dear friend once told me, “stand strong, warrior,” and that message has stayed with me throughout my own healing journey. I believe we all have warrior moments—quiet battles with anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress that others may never see, along with small but meaningful victories that deserve to be honored. If you’re here, you’re already taking a courageous step toward healing and self-growth.
I support individuals who are managing a mental health diagnosis, healing from trauma or PTSD, navigating major life transitions, coping with burnout, or feeling disconnected from their sense of self.
A dear friend once told me, “stand strong, warrior,” and that message has stayed with me throughout my own healing journey. I believe we all have warrior moments—quiet battles with anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress that others may never see, along with small but meaningful victories that deserve to be honored. If you’re here, you’re already taking a courageous step toward healing and self-growth.
I support individuals who are managing a mental health diagnosis, healing from trauma or PTSD, navigating major life transitions, coping with burnout, or feeling disconnected from their sense of self.
You've learned how to move between worlds — different languages, expectations, versions of yourself depending on who's in the room. And maybe that's worked, for a while. But at some point, the weight of it catches up. You feel anxious, disconnected, or like you're living a life that fits everyone else but doesn't quite fit you.
That tension — between where you come from and where you're going, between who your family needs you to be and who you actually are — is real, and it deserves real attention.
You've learned how to move between worlds — different languages, expectations, versions of yourself depending on who's in the room. And maybe that's worked, for a while. But at some point, the weight of it catches up. You feel anxious, disconnected, or like you're living a life that fits everyone else but doesn't quite fit you.
That tension — between where you come from and where you're going, between who your family needs you to be and who you actually are — is real, and it deserves real attention.
First responders and others carrying trauma, PTSD, grief, or suicidal thoughts often feel unable to take part in life roles that once brought satisfaction. You may be living with intrusive memories, numbness, shame, or restless nights that make daily tasks harder. Recovery is possible, and you do not have to face this alone. Trauma, grief, and suicidal thoughts can come from line-of-duty events, sudden loss, or long-accumulated stress; they often overlap and worsen one another. Together we'll slowly process these experiences, restore safety, and rebuild your sense of purpose.
First responders and others carrying trauma, PTSD, grief, or suicidal thoughts often feel unable to take part in life roles that once brought satisfaction. You may be living with intrusive memories, numbness, shame, or restless nights that make daily tasks harder. Recovery is possible, and you do not have to face this alone. Trauma, grief, and suicidal thoughts can come from line-of-duty events, sudden loss, or long-accumulated stress; they often overlap and worsen one another. Together we'll slowly process these experiences, restore safety, and rebuild your sense of purpose.
Clients sometimes feel stuck and overwhelmed by the demands of life and they might struggle with anxiety, depression, or trauma, or face unique cultural or systemic stressors that have compounded over time. They are seeking not just relief, but a path toward reclaiming their balance and joy. Clients often seek a holistic approach that honors both their psychological and biological needs. Whether their goal is to achieve emotional stability, improve relationships, or simply find the energy to pursue their passions, they want to work with someone who understands the nuances of their experiences and can offer empathy and expertise.
Clients sometimes feel stuck and overwhelmed by the demands of life and they might struggle with anxiety, depression, or trauma, or face unique cultural or systemic stressors that have compounded over time. They are seeking not just relief, but a path toward reclaiming their balance and joy. Clients often seek a holistic approach that honors both their psychological and biological needs. Whether their goal is to achieve emotional stability, improve relationships, or simply find the energy to pursue their passions, they want to work with someone who understands the nuances of their experiences and can offer empathy and expertise.
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Taking the step to begin therapy can feel both empowering & uncertain; I deeply respect that. I work with clients who are ready to understand themselves more fully, whether they’re navigating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, or life transitions. My approach blends curiosity, patience, & evidence-based care to help you reconnect with your strengths & move toward lasting change. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders, with years of experience supporting individuals & families across outpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, & intensive outpatient settings.
Taking the step to begin therapy can feel both empowering & uncertain; I deeply respect that. I work with clients who are ready to understand themselves more fully, whether they’re navigating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, or life transitions. My approach blends curiosity, patience, & evidence-based care to help you reconnect with your strengths & move toward lasting change. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders, with years of experience supporting individuals & families across outpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, & intensive outpatient settings.
Let me guess…You've tried a lot to feel better (yes, even therapy). But nothing’s changed and you still feel the same. You are looking for something different. You take really good care of yourself. Maybe you get some temporary relief but sooner or later you find yourself back where you started - lost, stuck and defeated. Maybe you’ve even tried therapy before but that didn't help either. You’re tired of running on overdrive and you have a sense that you need to go deeper with understanding your past, present and future connections.
Let me guess…You've tried a lot to feel better (yes, even therapy). But nothing’s changed and you still feel the same. You are looking for something different. You take really good care of yourself. Maybe you get some temporary relief but sooner or later you find yourself back where you started - lost, stuck and defeated. Maybe you’ve even tried therapy before but that didn't help either. You’re tired of running on overdrive and you have a sense that you need to go deeper with understanding your past, present and future connections.
Book a free consultation with me now by clicking on my website! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life.
Book a free consultation with me now by clicking on my website! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life.
Today you are one step closer to feeling empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
Today you are one step closer to feeling empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
My psychoanalytic approach differs from traditional talk therapy by focusing on the unconscious meanings in our speech, the impact of language on our symptoms, and how past experiences continue to influence our present lives.
I provide psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual health, gender identity, and relationship counseling. As a psychoanalyst working in the Lacanian tradition, he creates a unique therapeutic space where patients can explore their unconscious through free association – speaking openly about whatever comes to mind, including dreams, recurring patterns, and the subtle ways language shapes our experiences and symptoms.
My psychoanalytic approach differs from traditional talk therapy by focusing on the unconscious meanings in our speech, the impact of language on our symptoms, and how past experiences continue to influence our present lives.
I provide psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual health, gender identity, and relationship counseling. As a psychoanalyst working in the Lacanian tradition, he creates a unique therapeutic space where patients can explore their unconscious through free association – speaking openly about whatever comes to mind, including dreams, recurring patterns, and the subtle ways language shapes our experiences and symptoms.
I am a queer mental health professional who uses trauma-informed care to create a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for all clients of any background. I often work with adults who typically present cPTSD (Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), perfectionism, and identity/self-esteem issues. Many come to me seeking help for their religious trauma, betrayal/abandonment trauma, complex relationship dynamics, grief work, somatic work and exploring sex therapy issues.
I am a queer mental health professional who uses trauma-informed care to create a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for all clients of any background. I often work with adults who typically present cPTSD (Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), perfectionism, and identity/self-esteem issues. Many come to me seeking help for their religious trauma, betrayal/abandonment trauma, complex relationship dynamics, grief work, somatic work and exploring sex therapy issues.
I am inspired to work with pre-teens, teens, young adults, and adults navigating a variety of life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, self-esteem, and identity exploration. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. Whether you're struggling with past experiences, current relationships, or simply trying to better understand yourself, therapy can provide a space for growth, healing, and meaningful change.
I am inspired to work with pre-teens, teens, young adults, and adults navigating a variety of life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, self-esteem, and identity exploration. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. Whether you're struggling with past experiences, current relationships, or simply trying to better understand yourself, therapy can provide a space for growth, healing, and meaningful change.
Christine Anderson
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MSEd, LMHC-IN, NCC, CCTP, LCPC-IL
5 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Christine is an experienced therapist who has been working with adults and adolescents (ages 16 and up) since 2008. She partners with clients to develop individualized treatment goals and personalized plans that are grounded in evidence-based approaches. Christine values each client’s unique perspective and story, fostering collaboration and empowerment through her Client-Centered approach. Her goal is to engage clients in the therapeutic process with empathy, respect, and a focus on meaningful growth and healing.
Christine is an experienced therapist who has been working with adults and adolescents (ages 16 and up) since 2008. She partners with clients to develop individualized treatment goals and personalized plans that are grounded in evidence-based approaches. Christine values each client’s unique perspective and story, fostering collaboration and empowerment through her Client-Centered approach. Her goal is to engage clients in the therapeutic process with empathy, respect, and a focus on meaningful growth and healing.
Currently accepting clients, especially couples! I believe change is possible - let me show you that it really is. Instead of leaving you with temporary band-aids, I offer you the space to make meaningful, lasting shifts in perspective, coping, and patterns.
Currently accepting clients, especially couples! I believe change is possible - let me show you that it really is. Instead of leaving you with temporary band-aids, I offer you the space to make meaningful, lasting shifts in perspective, coping, and patterns.
I believe in the transformative power of therapy and the healing potential of human connection. Therapy is also about finding the right fit in a therapist. I strive to create a space where clients feel safe to show up fully & authentically themselves, free from judgment, and supported in fostering self-compassion. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in deep respect for each person’s story. I have done my own work in therapy, so I know how life-changing it can be and how vulnerable it feels to sit in the client’s chair. I integrate somatic (body-based) awareness & mindfulness practices, & am guided by curiosity and care.
I believe in the transformative power of therapy and the healing potential of human connection. Therapy is also about finding the right fit in a therapist. I strive to create a space where clients feel safe to show up fully & authentically themselves, free from judgment, and supported in fostering self-compassion. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in deep respect for each person’s story. I have done my own work in therapy, so I know how life-changing it can be and how vulnerable it feels to sit in the client’s chair. I integrate somatic (body-based) awareness & mindfulness practices, & am guided by curiosity and care.
Ar Morningside Counseling and Assessment, I provide therapy that is collaborative and humanistic, where I work together with patients to customize therapy so it is tailored to the patient's unique needs and goals. I work with people to address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, substance use, shame, loss and grief, relationship difficulties, sexual and gender identity issues, job and academic stress, adjustment challenges to situations such as divorce, new parenthood, stepparenting, adoption and challenges coping with serious health conditions such as infertility, autoimmune disease and cancer.
Ar Morningside Counseling and Assessment, I provide therapy that is collaborative and humanistic, where I work together with patients to customize therapy so it is tailored to the patient's unique needs and goals. I work with people to address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, substance use, shame, loss and grief, relationship difficulties, sexual and gender identity issues, job and academic stress, adjustment challenges to situations such as divorce, new parenthood, stepparenting, adoption and challenges coping with serious health conditions such as infertility, autoimmune disease and cancer.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I provide individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults using a psychodynamic approach that integrates CBT, ACT, and mindfulness skills to help tailor treatment to my clients's specific needs. My style is compassionate and trauma-informed to foster personal growth and healing. I strongly believe that improved insight can help shed light on unhelpful responses to stress and relationship patterns, thus, leading to a more productive and fulfilling life.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I provide individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults using a psychodynamic approach that integrates CBT, ACT, and mindfulness skills to help tailor treatment to my clients's specific needs. My style is compassionate and trauma-informed to foster personal growth and healing. I strongly believe that improved insight can help shed light on unhelpful responses to stress and relationship patterns, thus, leading to a more productive and fulfilling life.
Are you or a loved one experiencing symptoms that are preventing a fulfilling life? Is professional support and guidance needed? I specialize with helping people who are struggling with such areas as: anxiety; behavior issues; depression; focus; gambling; internet, porn/sexual, or video game addiction; men’s issues; relationships; sports performance; and difficulties at school, work and home. You will be heard and supported so that together we will find a plan to help empower you, or your loved one, to find self-control, discipline, balance and inner strength to improve relationships and success at school, work and home.
Are you or a loved one experiencing symptoms that are preventing a fulfilling life? Is professional support and guidance needed? I specialize with helping people who are struggling with such areas as: anxiety; behavior issues; depression; focus; gambling; internet, porn/sexual, or video game addiction; men’s issues; relationships; sports performance; and difficulties at school, work and home. You will be heard and supported so that together we will find a plan to help empower you, or your loved one, to find self-control, discipline, balance and inner strength to improve relationships and success at school, work and home.
Are you feeling stressed, nervous, or down? Not happy in your relationship? Unsure about making a decision in your life? Looking to start living a more fulfilling and happier life? Psychotherapy can help you to discover your inner strengths and gain insights about yourself that can lead you towards achieving your goals in therapy and beyond.
Are you feeling stressed, nervous, or down? Not happy in your relationship? Unsure about making a decision in your life? Looking to start living a more fulfilling and happier life? Psychotherapy can help you to discover your inner strengths and gain insights about yourself that can lead you towards achieving your goals in therapy and beyond.
Working with clients is my passion. I believe in listening and offering a variety of solutions that are a match for my clients individual needs ,goals, and dreams. I empower my clients thru creating a atmosphere that is safe , and comfortalbe to explore the complexity of both indiviudual and relationship concerns. It is my desire to faciliate understanding and openness in dealing with my clients concerns and join with clients to produce growth personally , professionally , and in their relationships.
Working with clients is my passion. I believe in listening and offering a variety of solutions that are a match for my clients individual needs ,goals, and dreams. I empower my clients thru creating a atmosphere that is safe , and comfortalbe to explore the complexity of both indiviudual and relationship concerns. It is my desire to faciliate understanding and openness in dealing with my clients concerns and join with clients to produce growth personally , professionally , and in their relationships.
Dr. Laura L Bokar
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LCPC, LMFT, ACS
13 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60563
Dr. Laura Bokar is the CEO/President of Fox Valley Institute for Growth and Wellness and has been an individual, marital/couple and family therapist for almost three decades. Her approach is tailored to the client's need. She is an open, non-threatening therapist with a sense of humor. Dr. Laura is a LMFT, LCPC and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. She is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). She is also certified in Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Critical Incident Response, Prepare/Enrich Pre-Marital Assessment, Primary Care Behavioral Health, and DBT.
Dr. Laura Bokar is the CEO/President of Fox Valley Institute for Growth and Wellness and has been an individual, marital/couple and family therapist for almost three decades. Her approach is tailored to the client's need. She is an open, non-threatening therapist with a sense of humor. Dr. Laura is a LMFT, LCPC and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. She is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). She is also certified in Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Critical Incident Response, Prepare/Enrich Pre-Marital Assessment, Primary Care Behavioral Health, and DBT.
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Psychoanalytic Therapists
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.