Therapists in North Aurora, IL
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.
Welcome, you have just taken a step closer to living the life that you want for yourself! When life challenges are greater than the skills and support that we have, personal problems erupt. I believe that human suffering is an inherent part of life. I am committed to helping people overcome life challenges and achieve greater life satisfaction.
Welcome, you have just taken a step closer to living the life that you want for yourself! When life challenges are greater than the skills and support that we have, personal problems erupt. I believe that human suffering is an inherent part of life. I am committed to helping people overcome life challenges and achieve greater life satisfaction.
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.
My therapeutic approach focuses on the whole person. I look at the individual, their environment, and the many factors that make up who they are. By focusing on their strengths, I work with the individual to discover the person they are meant to be. My experience includes training in Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence. I have previous clinical experience with children and adolescents, in a child welfare capacity, as well as inpatient behavioral health. I was also licensed as a foster parent in 2005; I have both worked with children who are in the foster care system and children who were adopted.
My therapeutic approach focuses on the whole person. I look at the individual, their environment, and the many factors that make up who they are. By focusing on their strengths, I work with the individual to discover the person they are meant to be. My experience includes training in Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence. I have previous clinical experience with children and adolescents, in a child welfare capacity, as well as inpatient behavioral health. I was also licensed as a foster parent in 2005; I have both worked with children who are in the foster care system and children who were adopted.
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.
Are you or a loved one experiencing struggles that could benefit from a new approach? Many people experience symptoms from anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, stress, behavioral or academic concerns, life transitions or relationship issues that contribute to a life out of balance. Seeking support with these issues can help you regain equilibrium and achieve your goals. I start by establishing a connection with each client based on empathy and understanding each person’s perspective. I utilize an evidenced-based treatment approach and the bio-psycho-social approach tailored to the client’s unique needs.
Are you or a loved one experiencing struggles that could benefit from a new approach? Many people experience symptoms from anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, stress, behavioral or academic concerns, life transitions or relationship issues that contribute to a life out of balance. Seeking support with these issues can help you regain equilibrium and achieve your goals. I start by establishing a connection with each client based on empathy and understanding each person’s perspective. I utilize an evidenced-based treatment approach and the bio-psycho-social approach tailored to the client’s unique needs.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Therapist, I provide clients with a supportive, safe space for free self-expression. Through active listening, empathy, and evidence-based techniques, I establish trust and explore behavioral patterns. I facilitate reflection, challenge negative thoughts, and offer resources for personal growth. Together, we embark on a transformative journey towards healing, self-discovery, and a fulfilling life.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Therapist, I provide clients with a supportive, safe space for free self-expression. Through active listening, empathy, and evidence-based techniques, I establish trust and explore behavioral patterns. I facilitate reflection, challenge negative thoughts, and offer resources for personal growth. Together, we embark on a transformative journey towards healing, self-discovery, and a fulfilling life.
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.
Andrew Hamilton
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I primarily work with adults, adolescents, and couples with concerns relating to life transitions, relationship struggles, grief and loss, as well as varying conditions of anxiety, depression, and other mood related conditions. My experience includes working with others through difficult transitions and periods of time, when a sense of direction may feel lost and motivation is a struggle.
I primarily work with adults, adolescents, and couples with concerns relating to life transitions, relationship struggles, grief and loss, as well as varying conditions of anxiety, depression, and other mood related conditions. My experience includes working with others through difficult transitions and periods of time, when a sense of direction may feel lost and motivation is a struggle.
Suicide Prevention Services of America
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Serves Area
We are here because we’ve been there. Suicide Prevention Services of America is a non-profit dedicated to helping people along the continuum of care of suicide. We have been helping individuals in our community for over 25 years. Our mission is to open minds, save lives, and restore hope through prevention, intervention, and prevention services through education, advocacy, and collaboration in the community. SPSA is made up of a passionate and compassionate team of mental health professionals, many of whom have had suicide impact their lives. We assist people at any stage of their mental health treatment through individual therapy.
We are here because we’ve been there. Suicide Prevention Services of America is a non-profit dedicated to helping people along the continuum of care of suicide. We have been helping individuals in our community for over 25 years. Our mission is to open minds, save lives, and restore hope through prevention, intervention, and prevention services through education, advocacy, and collaboration in the community. SPSA is made up of a passionate and compassionate team of mental health professionals, many of whom have had suicide impact their lives. We assist people at any stage of their mental health treatment through individual therapy.
Thomas Barkauskas, LCSW, ACSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Seeking help for our life's difficulties can be very intimidating. Who can I trust? What will they think of me? Will it help? It is important to find the right clinician and atmosphere to put you at ease. My goal is to provide a comfortable experience in which we work together in order to support your journey towards solutions, healing, and life enhancement.
Seeking help for our life's difficulties can be very intimidating. Who can I trust? What will they think of me? Will it help? It is important to find the right clinician and atmosphere to put you at ease. My goal is to provide a comfortable experience in which we work together in order to support your journey towards solutions, healing, and life enhancement.
Meet Our Therapists
Sam Vanderplow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP, ADHD-CP
Verified Verified
2 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.
Bisi primarily focuses on females struggling with emotional and physical pain, and decision making. She also focuses on clients that have difficulty living a fulfilling life due to past experiences. Overall, she works with clients that need to be inspired or given hope, clients that are looking for a greater meaning in their life, and clients that want to strengthen their spiritual health.
Bisi primarily focuses on females struggling with emotional and physical pain, and decision making. She also focuses on clients that have difficulty living a fulfilling life due to past experiences. Overall, she works with clients that need to be inspired or given hope, clients that are looking for a greater meaning in their life, and clients that want to strengthen their spiritual health.
Adam L Chunn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome to what may be a journey of significant transformation. My clients often struggle with distressing circumstances in the present moment, past events that they cannot seem to move away from, and potential futures that cause a sense of overwhelming dread. This distress affects their relationships with others and themselves, often doubting themselves and engaging in unhealthy behaviors influenced by disruptive thoughts and uncontrollable emotions. Whether they are rooted in trauma, anxiety, depression, and/or substance abuse, my clients seek resolution of their longstanding struggles and healing in the form of wholeness.
Welcome to what may be a journey of significant transformation. My clients often struggle with distressing circumstances in the present moment, past events that they cannot seem to move away from, and potential futures that cause a sense of overwhelming dread. This distress affects their relationships with others and themselves, often doubting themselves and engaging in unhealthy behaviors influenced by disruptive thoughts and uncontrollable emotions. Whether they are rooted in trauma, anxiety, depression, and/or substance abuse, my clients seek resolution of their longstanding struggles and healing in the form of wholeness.
For parents and students alike, adolescence can be a turbulent time. Witnessing our children struggle can be stressful and heartbreaking. It takes a lot of patience, understanding and adjusting to meet the needs of kids in this age group. It's not uncommon for parents to feel that they are engaging in one power struggle after the next...or perhaps feeling a sense of guilt, frustration or helplessness, as they start to question the effectiveness of their parenting and/or the overall emotional well-being of their son or daughter.
For parents and students alike, adolescence can be a turbulent time. Witnessing our children struggle can be stressful and heartbreaking. It takes a lot of patience, understanding and adjusting to meet the needs of kids in this age group. It's not uncommon for parents to feel that they are engaging in one power struggle after the next...or perhaps feeling a sense of guilt, frustration or helplessness, as they start to question the effectiveness of their parenting and/or the overall emotional well-being of their son or daughter.
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.
Do you need a safe, confidential place where you can feel comfortable expressing thoughts and feelings? I understand the difficulty of discussing past hurts and experiences. I provide a nonjudgmental place to heal and find hope and humor along the way. In appointments, we will help you let go of dark times and find light in the present and future. Everyone struggles, we are all working to the best of our ability. I provide an objective, safe place with skilled guidance to help you heal and create hope.
Do you need a safe, confidential place where you can feel comfortable expressing thoughts and feelings? I understand the difficulty of discussing past hurts and experiences. I provide a nonjudgmental place to heal and find hope and humor along the way. In appointments, we will help you let go of dark times and find light in the present and future. Everyone struggles, we are all working to the best of our ability. I provide an objective, safe place with skilled guidance to help you heal and create hope.
Book with me now by clicking on my website! Hello! My name is Dr. Martinez. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and founder and President of Polaris Behavioral Health Services. I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families. I am driven by a strong passion for providing outreach and services to traditionally marginalized and underserved populations. Our mission at Polaris Behavioral Health Services is to provide top-notch, compassionate mental health care by using comprehensive, patient-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally competent treatment modalities.
Book with me now by clicking on my website! Hello! My name is Dr. Martinez. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and founder and President of Polaris Behavioral Health Services. I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families. I am driven by a strong passion for providing outreach and services to traditionally marginalized and underserved populations. Our mission at Polaris Behavioral Health Services is to provide top-notch, compassionate mental health care by using comprehensive, patient-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally competent treatment modalities.
At some point in life, everyone finds themselves facing something. The question is, "Are you ready to face it?" Come take the first step with counseling and I will gladly walk with you! I make it my mission to cater to the specific needs of each person using creative techniques that fit you. My counseling style is based on the foundation of transparency and mutual trust, using collaborative efforts to meet your personal goals. I believe that every person has the power within themselves to create lasting change. My goal is to help you grow, one step at a time.
At some point in life, everyone finds themselves facing something. The question is, "Are you ready to face it?" Come take the first step with counseling and I will gladly walk with you! I make it my mission to cater to the specific needs of each person using creative techniques that fit you. My counseling style is based on the foundation of transparency and mutual trust, using collaborative efforts to meet your personal goals. I believe that every person has the power within themselves to create lasting change. My goal is to help you grow, one step at a time.
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.
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Number of Therapists in North Aurora, IL
40+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in North Aurora, IL who prioritize treating:
| 98% | Anxiety |
| 96% | Depression |
| 84% | Coping Skills |
| 82% | Self Esteem |
| 78% | Stress |
| 73% | Grief |
| 69% | Family Conflict |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 77% | Aetna |
| 65% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in North Aurora, IL see their clients
| 80% | In Person and Online | |
| 20% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 83% | Female | |
| 17% | Male |