Female Therapists in North Aurora, IL
Change is hard, and transitions can feel overwhelming. Whether you're facing the end of a significant relationship, the loss of a loved one, or navigating the emotional challenges that come with fertility struggles like IVF or miscarriage, I’m here to support you. These moments in life can bring profound grief, confusion, and even a sense of isolation, but you don’t have to go through them alone.
Change is hard, and transitions can feel overwhelming. Whether you're facing the end of a significant relationship, the loss of a loved one, or navigating the emotional challenges that come with fertility struggles like IVF or miscarriage, I’m here to support you. These moments in life can bring profound grief, confusion, and even a sense of isolation, but you don’t have to go through them alone.
Callie J. Rezin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Aurora, IL 60542
I believe strongly in the power of human connection, especially during times of suffering. I am here to celebrate diversity and provide a warm atmosphere for growth and change. I have a passion for working with individuals of any age facing anxiety, depression, family issues, behavioral concerns, self injury, trauma and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+. The therapuetic modalities I use most include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness based interventions, yet I appreciate getting creative and using eclectic approaches to meet each client where they are at.
I believe strongly in the power of human connection, especially during times of suffering. I am here to celebrate diversity and provide a warm atmosphere for growth and change. I have a passion for working with individuals of any age facing anxiety, depression, family issues, behavioral concerns, self injury, trauma and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+. The therapuetic modalities I use most include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness based interventions, yet I appreciate getting creative and using eclectic approaches to meet each client where they are at.
I love supporting clients through journeys of self-discovery of all kinds, and I am passionate about the support I provide. I am working towards specializations in depression, social anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder (worry), Trauma, Adjustment/Life Transitions, Self-Esteem, LGBTQIA+ Support, Relationship Concerns, Caregiver Support, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. I work with adolescents and adults. I I have spent most of my professional career thus far specializing in supporting adolescents who hold marginalized sexual and/or gender identities and I find great joy and purpose in doing so.
I love supporting clients through journeys of self-discovery of all kinds, and I am passionate about the support I provide. I am working towards specializations in depression, social anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder (worry), Trauma, Adjustment/Life Transitions, Self-Esteem, LGBTQIA+ Support, Relationship Concerns, Caregiver Support, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. I work with adolescents and adults. I I have spent most of my professional career thus far specializing in supporting adolescents who hold marginalized sexual and/or gender identities and I find great joy and purpose in doing so.
My clients find that I am professional, yet relatable to their struggle, understand their needs, and help them accomplish their goals through empathetic listening and guidance. Many clients find me as they are looking for help dealing with anxiety, depression, parenting, self esteem, and relationship struggles.
My clients find that I am professional, yet relatable to their struggle, understand their needs, and help them accomplish their goals through empathetic listening and guidance. Many clients find me as they are looking for help dealing with anxiety, depression, parenting, self esteem, and relationship struggles.
I am a Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT) Psychologist who specializes in OCD and Anxiety including panic, worry, social anxiety, health anxiety, and agoraphobia . I use highly effective treatments such as Exposure and Response Prevention and Panic Control Treatment. I am a member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) and the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). I completed my Doctoral Degree at Northern Illinois University, my Clinical Psychology Internship at the Ann Arbor VA, and my Postdoctoral Residency at the University of Michigan Consortium. I am a proud co-owner of OakHeart, Center for Counseling.
I am a Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT) Psychologist who specializes in OCD and Anxiety including panic, worry, social anxiety, health anxiety, and agoraphobia . I use highly effective treatments such as Exposure and Response Prevention and Panic Control Treatment. I am a member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) and the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). I completed my Doctoral Degree at Northern Illinois University, my Clinical Psychology Internship at the Ann Arbor VA, and my Postdoctoral Residency at the University of Michigan Consortium. I am a proud co-owner of OakHeart, Center for Counseling.
Common struggles I assist with include; tackling communication barriers, rebuilding the 'spark,' addressing emotional needs, building self worth, and getting 'un-stuck' in life. My passion comes from helping people pave their way to growth and happiness. I believe my role as a therapist is to put an end to the cycle of avoiding difficult topics, and to dig deeper into them.
Common struggles I assist with include; tackling communication barriers, rebuilding the 'spark,' addressing emotional needs, building self worth, and getting 'un-stuck' in life. My passion comes from helping people pave their way to growth and happiness. I believe my role as a therapist is to put an end to the cycle of avoiding difficult topics, and to dig deeper into them.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and supportive. I make sure to provide all clients with a safe, welcoming space to explore any struggles that they may be going through. I get it, life can be difficult! I am here to help you navigate whatever comes your way, even using humor at times! I have been a Therapist since 2018 and have worked with a wide variety of disorders, but my main focus is working with those who suffer from Anxiety, Depression, Relationship obstacles, Grief/loss, trauma, self-esteem issues, and overall life stressors.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and supportive. I make sure to provide all clients with a safe, welcoming space to explore any struggles that they may be going through. I get it, life can be difficult! I am here to help you navigate whatever comes your way, even using humor at times! I have been a Therapist since 2018 and have worked with a wide variety of disorders, but my main focus is working with those who suffer from Anxiety, Depression, Relationship obstacles, Grief/loss, trauma, self-esteem issues, and overall life stressors.
I feel everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, teens and young adults with emotional and behavioral concerns. Conditions I commonly address include anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationships, and trauma. I have a background in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), utilizing horses as fellow "co-therapists" to aid in treatment goals and objectives outside the traditional office setting. I am certified through the "Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship" (PATH) as an "Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning" (ESMHL).
I feel everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, teens and young adults with emotional and behavioral concerns. Conditions I commonly address include anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationships, and trauma. I have a background in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), utilizing horses as fellow "co-therapists" to aid in treatment goals and objectives outside the traditional office setting. I am certified through the "Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship" (PATH) as an "Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning" (ESMHL).
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, leaving you stuck, discouraged, or disconnected from the path you want to be on. You may be navigating a major transition, struggling with boundaries, or seeking deeper meaning in your experiences. Whether it’s personal growth, relationship dynamics, or workplace stress, you want support in gaining clarity, building resilience, and moving forward with confidence. I strive to provide a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for individuals and couples to explore their values, confront challenges, and create meaningful change.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, leaving you stuck, discouraged, or disconnected from the path you want to be on. You may be navigating a major transition, struggling with boundaries, or seeking deeper meaning in your experiences. Whether it’s personal growth, relationship dynamics, or workplace stress, you want support in gaining clarity, building resilience, and moving forward with confidence. I strive to provide a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for individuals and couples to explore their values, confront challenges, and create meaningful change.
Reaching out for help during difficult times in your life can feel vulnerable. The truth is healthy people ask for help when they need it. I know, not ideal, but it is what it is. Building a strong connection with your therapist is one of the largest predictors for therapy success. I want my clients to know that I take their care seriously. I am a little fiery and I like to tell it like it is. I have my client's best interest in mind while guiding them toward their goals. It won't be easy, but that is what I am here for! I am proud of the work I do and I feel honored when clients trust me to be part of their journey.
Reaching out for help during difficult times in your life can feel vulnerable. The truth is healthy people ask for help when they need it. I know, not ideal, but it is what it is. Building a strong connection with your therapist is one of the largest predictors for therapy success. I want my clients to know that I take their care seriously. I am a little fiery and I like to tell it like it is. I have my client's best interest in mind while guiding them toward their goals. It won't be easy, but that is what I am here for! I am proud of the work I do and I feel honored when clients trust me to be part of their journey.
Danna Young
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
North Aurora, IL 60542
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in attachment therapy, grief therapy, spirituality, trauma, life transitions, self-compassion, body image, self esteem, family and peer conflict, anxiety, depression, teen issues, women's issues, parental guidance, communication challenges, and boundary-setting.
For as long as I can remember, I have loved helping others. As a Marriage and Family therapist, I will guide you in exploring how experiences and relationships in your life have created a blueprint of who you are today. Together, we can explore the deepest parts within to understand how to live a life full of true authenticity. I approach therapy with a full heart and deep compassion for my clients. I love working with individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds. I provide a safe space for clients to explore thoughts and feelings to create meaningful long-term change.
I specialize in attachment therapy, grief therapy, spirituality, trauma, life transitions, self-compassion, body image, self esteem, family and peer conflict, anxiety, depression, teen issues, women's issues, parental guidance, communication challenges, and boundary-setting.
For as long as I can remember, I have loved helping others. As a Marriage and Family therapist, I will guide you in exploring how experiences and relationships in your life have created a blueprint of who you are today. Together, we can explore the deepest parts within to understand how to live a life full of true authenticity. I approach therapy with a full heart and deep compassion for my clients. I love working with individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds. I provide a safe space for clients to explore thoughts and feelings to create meaningful long-term change.
Eimileanne Delaney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT , LMHP
Verified Verified
North Aurora, IL 60542
Waitlist for new clients
I'm an LMFT with a passion for social justice and a firm belief in the transformative power of therapy. I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for individuals, couples, and families. I am a sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and BDSM/Kink-friendly mental health clinician. I enjoy working with those whose goals are to: develop a strong sense of self, build healthy coping mechanisms and resilience, improve relationships and communication skills, achieve emotional stability/well-being, heal from past traumas, & break negative cycles to create positive changes for themselves and for future generations.
I'm an LMFT with a passion for social justice and a firm belief in the transformative power of therapy. I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for individuals, couples, and families. I am a sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and BDSM/Kink-friendly mental health clinician. I enjoy working with those whose goals are to: develop a strong sense of self, build healthy coping mechanisms and resilience, improve relationships and communication skills, achieve emotional stability/well-being, heal from past traumas, & break negative cycles to create positive changes for themselves and for future generations.
During times of inner conflict or deep turmoil, I believe it can be difficult to find the time or a safe place to unravel everything and work out the details. I hope to work with my clients to create a safe place to give your needs and goals the space and time they deserve. Together we will work towards the future you see for yourself and confront the issues that need to be addressed.
During times of inner conflict or deep turmoil, I believe it can be difficult to find the time or a safe place to unravel everything and work out the details. I hope to work with my clients to create a safe place to give your needs and goals the space and time they deserve. Together we will work towards the future you see for yourself and confront the issues that need to be addressed.
Michelle Lemrise
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Aurora, IL 60542
I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and evidence-based, drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care.
I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and evidence-based, drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care.
Are you struggling in the workplace? I am a dedicated mental health counselor and accomplished professional with a strong background in Human Resources. I hold a Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree from Northwestern University and possess over 20 years of invaluable Human Resources experience. As a former Human Resources executive, I specialized in employee relations and excelled in facilitating improved communication and relationships within the workplace. My expertise extended to helping employees, managers, and executives foster healthier connections, resulting in a more harmonious work environment.
Are you struggling in the workplace? I am a dedicated mental health counselor and accomplished professional with a strong background in Human Resources. I hold a Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree from Northwestern University and possess over 20 years of invaluable Human Resources experience. As a former Human Resources executive, I specialized in employee relations and excelled in facilitating improved communication and relationships within the workplace. My expertise extended to helping employees, managers, and executives foster healthier connections, resulting in a more harmonious work environment.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling major changes or wrestling with anxiety and self-doubt. Hi, I’m Alayna, a counseling intern at Stronger Therapeutic Counseling Services, and I’m here to help you navigate these uncertain moments with care and understanding. Whether you’re transitioning from high school to college, stepping into post-grad life, or simply trying to find your place in the world, I’m passionate about helping you feel less alone on this journey. You might be feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure about what’s next—and that’s okay. Therapy is a place where you don’t have to have all the answers.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling major changes or wrestling with anxiety and self-doubt. Hi, I’m Alayna, a counseling intern at Stronger Therapeutic Counseling Services, and I’m here to help you navigate these uncertain moments with care and understanding. Whether you’re transitioning from high school to college, stepping into post-grad life, or simply trying to find your place in the world, I’m passionate about helping you feel less alone on this journey. You might be feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure about what’s next—and that’s okay. Therapy is a place where you don’t have to have all the answers.
As a mental health clinician, my goal is to help my clients explore themselves to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to have a happier future by their own definition. I believe that we all need someone to talk with - who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental environment -a safe place to explore the issues that you want to discuss with me. I was trained as a plastic surgeon in China for 9 years. I also speak Mandarin and provide bilingual counseling services to my clients.
As a mental health clinician, my goal is to help my clients explore themselves to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to have a happier future by their own definition. I believe that we all need someone to talk with - who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental environment -a safe place to explore the issues that you want to discuss with me. I was trained as a plastic surgeon in China for 9 years. I also speak Mandarin and provide bilingual counseling services to my clients.
Sam Vanderplow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP, ADHD-CP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Rather than bore you with my accomplishments, I'm hoping I can convey the essence of who I am & why I love what I do. I am not your typical "how does that make you feel?" therapist. I put a quirky spin on professionalism and show up to sessions authentically. Sessions with me are down-to-to earth, with sprinkles of humor, challenges where needed, and focuses on genuine conversation. Life doesn't have to feel like a shit show and you don't deserve to settle with being comfortably uncomfortable. If you want a therapist that shows up, helps understand the "why's", & gives realistic skills to make actual changes, I'm your girl.
Rather than bore you with my accomplishments, I'm hoping I can convey the essence of who I am & why I love what I do. I am not your typical "how does that make you feel?" therapist. I put a quirky spin on professionalism and show up to sessions authentically. Sessions with me are down-to-to earth, with sprinkles of humor, challenges where needed, and focuses on genuine conversation. Life doesn't have to feel like a shit show and you don't deserve to settle with being comfortably uncomfortable. If you want a therapist that shows up, helps understand the "why's", & gives realistic skills to make actual changes, I'm your girl.
My clinical focus includes working with adolescent and adult clients to develop and support treatment goals. I also administer diagnostic assessments to clients to aid in their therapy progress. My experience includes working with adolescent and adult individuals with a variety of mental health issues, from mild to severe, while including their spouses or family in sessions to advance the process of therapy. I work with adult individuals whom are struggling in various phases of their life and help them manage the effects of mental health issues.
My clinical focus includes working with adolescent and adult clients to develop and support treatment goals. I also administer diagnostic assessments to clients to aid in their therapy progress. My experience includes working with adolescent and adult individuals with a variety of mental health issues, from mild to severe, while including their spouses or family in sessions to advance the process of therapy. I work with adult individuals whom are struggling in various phases of their life and help them manage the effects of mental health issues.
Are you tired of facing your problems alone, yet feeling uncertain about discussing them with a stranger? Are you feeling trapped in your anxious and depressive thoughts, but feeling too embarrassed to talk, but also too desperate NOT to? For most people, finding a therapist IS very anxiety provoking. They are afraid of being judged and of the unknown. So allow me to first applaud your courage and wisdom for taking action! To help my clients feel accepted and motivated, my approach is warm, casual, and collaborative. My focus is always on emphasizing the strengths, NOT on what "disorders" you might have.
Are you tired of facing your problems alone, yet feeling uncertain about discussing them with a stranger? Are you feeling trapped in your anxious and depressive thoughts, but feeling too embarrassed to talk, but also too desperate NOT to? For most people, finding a therapist IS very anxiety provoking. They are afraid of being judged and of the unknown. So allow me to first applaud your courage and wisdom for taking action! To help my clients feel accepted and motivated, my approach is warm, casual, and collaborative. My focus is always on emphasizing the strengths, NOT on what "disorders" you might have.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.