Infertility Therapists in Oak Forest, IL
Dr. Reif is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly two decades of experience working with teens, young adults, families, and individuals. She knows that starting counseling can be an intimidating first step, and she will gently guide you through the process.
Dr. Reif is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly two decades of experience working with teens, young adults, families, and individuals. She knows that starting counseling can be an intimidating first step, and she will gently guide you through the process.
There are times when life can be extremely overwhelming, unpredictable or just absolutely terrifying. If you’ve gotten to this point in your journey We would like to honor your courage and bravery because reaching out for help can’t be easy. Thanks for taking the time to honor yourself and recognizing that your experience is valuable and deserves to be shared.
There are times when life can be extremely overwhelming, unpredictable or just absolutely terrifying. If you’ve gotten to this point in your journey We would like to honor your courage and bravery because reaching out for help can’t be easy. Thanks for taking the time to honor yourself and recognizing that your experience is valuable and deserves to be shared.
Hi! I'm Mary and I realllly like my job. I specialize in working with individuals who feel stuck. This may look like people pleasing, anxiety, OCD, or knowing your problem, but not knowing how to fix it. Many of my client's have been labeled as too self aware, intellectualizes, or over thinkers. No one wants to be trapped by their own mind. It can lead to us avoiding, withdrawing from others, or just missing out on life.
Hi! I'm Mary and I realllly like my job. I specialize in working with individuals who feel stuck. This may look like people pleasing, anxiety, OCD, or knowing your problem, but not knowing how to fix it. Many of my client's have been labeled as too self aware, intellectualizes, or over thinkers. No one wants to be trapped by their own mind. It can lead to us avoiding, withdrawing from others, or just missing out on life.
I believe people often become stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior just because they have not learned another way. Many clients have strengths and abilities they have overlooked. These are the gems we will discover to aid empowerment, growth and achievement of life goals. Effective communication and coping skills are incorporated into treatment giving clients the tools to make positive changes. Therapy often includes alternative modalities such as guided visualization,writing, art and relaxation techniques. Each client is honored as an individual, with therapy adapted to their specific needs and comfort levels.
I believe people often become stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior just because they have not learned another way. Many clients have strengths and abilities they have overlooked. These are the gems we will discover to aid empowerment, growth and achievement of life goals. Effective communication and coping skills are incorporated into treatment giving clients the tools to make positive changes. Therapy often includes alternative modalities such as guided visualization,writing, art and relaxation techniques. Each client is honored as an individual, with therapy adapted to their specific needs and comfort levels.
I value the human heart, soul, and spirit. I am a seasoned psychotherapist with 25 years of clinical practice. I am aware that we all experience times of darkness, and deep sorrow. We all experience anxiety, and struggle with certain life transitions. We heal by way of sharing our stories, feelings, and experiences. I care deeply about each of my clients, and I look forward to watching each person grow to their fullest potential. I will listen with a compassionate heart, and I have a genuine interest in each person that I work with.
I value the human heart, soul, and spirit. I am a seasoned psychotherapist with 25 years of clinical practice. I am aware that we all experience times of darkness, and deep sorrow. We all experience anxiety, and struggle with certain life transitions. We heal by way of sharing our stories, feelings, and experiences. I care deeply about each of my clients, and I look forward to watching each person grow to their fullest potential. I will listen with a compassionate heart, and I have a genuine interest in each person that I work with.
Therapy Services
Family/couples therapy
Adult psychotherapy
Adolescent psychotherapy (Ages 13-17)
Trauma therapy
Child Trauma psychotherapy (Ages 3-12)
Parenting consultations
Social skills training
Psychological Testing
Cognitive and Achievement Assessments
Learning Disability Assessments
ADHD Assessments
Screening for Autism Spectrum Disorders Personality Assessments
Geriatric Assessment Infertility Concerns Eating Disorders
WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH,
THE TOUGH GET GOING
You may not feel tough right now, but deep down you know you have the strength to tackle the problems you are facing. These problems may be extraordinary stressors, life transitions, combat fatigue, post-partum depression, unexpected/expected loss of close relationships, trauma, abuse, or relationship problems. I can be part of the team that assists you in strengthening the resources that you have inside.
RELATIONSHIPS AND FAMILIES
CAN BE LIKE DOMINOS
Families and couples are linked. If part of that link is broke or off balance, other members involved can be affected.
Therapy Services
Family/couples therapy
Adult psychotherapy
Adolescent psychotherapy (Ages 13-17)
Trauma therapy
Child Trauma psychotherapy (Ages 3-12)
Parenting consultations
Social skills training
Psychological Testing
Cognitive and Achievement Assessments
Learning Disability Assessments
ADHD Assessments
Screening for Autism Spectrum Disorders Personality Assessments
Geriatric Assessment Infertility Concerns Eating Disorders
WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH,
THE TOUGH GET GOING
You may not feel tough right now, but deep down you know you have the strength to tackle the problems you are facing. These problems may be extraordinary stressors, life transitions, combat fatigue, post-partum depression, unexpected/expected loss of close relationships, trauma, abuse, or relationship problems. I can be part of the team that assists you in strengthening the resources that you have inside.
RELATIONSHIPS AND FAMILIES
CAN BE LIKE DOMINOS
Families and couples are linked. If part of that link is broke or off balance, other members involved can be affected.
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I understand that infertility grief is real; it is complex, and it deserves a space where you don't have to minimize it or perform okay-ness for anyone.
You didn't expect to feel like this. Maybe you thought the hardest part would be the treatments. The appointments. The waiting. But what nobody prepared you for was the grief. I'm speaking to the grief that shows up whether you're still in the middle of trying or mourning what hasn't happened yet. The kind of grief that's hard to explain to people who haven't been there. You don't have to explain it to me. I work with individuals navigating fertility challenges, pregnancy and postpartum transitions, trauma, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, and the emotional weight of the perinatal journey.
I understand that infertility grief is real; it is complex, and it deserves a space where you don't have to minimize it or perform okay-ness for anyone.
You didn't expect to feel like this. Maybe you thought the hardest part would be the treatments. The appointments. The waiting. But what nobody prepared you for was the grief. I'm speaking to the grief that shows up whether you're still in the middle of trying or mourning what hasn't happened yet. The kind of grief that's hard to explain to people who haven't been there. You don't have to explain it to me. I work with individuals navigating fertility challenges, pregnancy and postpartum transitions, trauma, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, and the emotional weight of the perinatal journey.
Now accepting new clients for weeknights and Saturdays! Both telehealth and in person in Oswego.
Are you newly pregnant and feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or depressed? Are you in the postpartum period and struggling to adjust to parenthood? Are you going through fertility treatments and finding the experience stressful and scary? Or perhaps you’re already a parent and feeling like you’re not the parent you want to be? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I can help. I specialize in supporting parents and prospective parents in finding greater calm and contentment.
Now accepting new clients for weeknights and Saturdays! Both telehealth and in person in Oswego.
Are you newly pregnant and feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or depressed? Are you in the postpartum period and struggling to adjust to parenthood? Are you going through fertility treatments and finding the experience stressful and scary? Or perhaps you’re already a parent and feeling like you’re not the parent you want to be? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I can help. I specialize in supporting parents and prospective parents in finding greater calm and contentment.
I work with individuals navigating preconception, trying to conceive, infertility, pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, and reproductive loss, along with those in the midst of the transition to parenthood.
My approach is warm, patient, and attachment-focused. I primarily use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help clients understand emotional patterns and strengthen relationships. I also integrate CBT, Family Systems, and ACT, drawing from each to support your specific goals.
I work with individuals navigating preconception, trying to conceive, infertility, pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, and reproductive loss, along with those in the midst of the transition to parenthood.
My approach is warm, patient, and attachment-focused. I primarily use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help clients understand emotional patterns and strengthen relationships. I also integrate CBT, Family Systems, and ACT, drawing from each to support your specific goals.
I believe it is vital to support moms and families from challenges with fertility to pregnancy and through the postpartum period. I hold a certification in perinatal mental health and can provide support throughout the journey of motherhood. Additionally, I have spent time working with individuals living with cancer and their caregivers. I understand how changes in physical health can significantly impact emotional well being, relationships, and daily routines. Other areas of focus include grief and loss, life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety disorders, and depression.
I believe it is vital to support moms and families from challenges with fertility to pregnancy and through the postpartum period. I hold a certification in perinatal mental health and can provide support throughout the journey of motherhood. Additionally, I have spent time working with individuals living with cancer and their caregivers. I understand how changes in physical health can significantly impact emotional well being, relationships, and daily routines. Other areas of focus include grief and loss, life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety disorders, and depression.
All of us come to a fork in the road in life. You may feel there is no hope. You may feel alone and misunderstood. Maybe you have traveled this path before. You wonder if it is just you that has these problems. Whatever brings you here I am so glad you did not give up. Life does not have easy answers but with the right support and unwavering advocate in your corner it can be more manageable. I have been licensed and practicing for nearly 20 years. I am an LGBTQ affirming, anti-racist ally and trauma sensitive provider.
All of us come to a fork in the road in life. You may feel there is no hope. You may feel alone and misunderstood. Maybe you have traveled this path before. You wonder if it is just you that has these problems. Whatever brings you here I am so glad you did not give up. Life does not have easy answers but with the right support and unwavering advocate in your corner it can be more manageable. I have been licensed and practicing for nearly 20 years. I am an LGBTQ affirming, anti-racist ally and trauma sensitive provider.
I specialize in working with people who feel trapped in obsessive thinking, anxiety, and reproductive trauma, including infertility, pregnancy loss, complicated pregnancies and births, and the transition into parenthood.
Sometimes your mind won’t turn off; when worry begins to loop, fears can feel louder than logic, or grief has woven itself into everything, you may start to wonder if something is wrong with you. There isn’t. Obsessive thoughts often show up after loss, medical trauma, or prolonged uncertainty. You may find yourself stuck in “what ifs,” constantly scanning your body, googling symptoms, or mentally rehearsing worst-case scenarios about your fertility, your pregnancy, or your ability to be a good parent. You’re trying to protect you in a world that has felt unpredictable, painful, or unsafe.
I specialize in working with people who feel trapped in obsessive thinking, anxiety, and reproductive trauma, including infertility, pregnancy loss, complicated pregnancies and births, and the transition into parenthood.
Sometimes your mind won’t turn off; when worry begins to loop, fears can feel louder than logic, or grief has woven itself into everything, you may start to wonder if something is wrong with you. There isn’t. Obsessive thoughts often show up after loss, medical trauma, or prolonged uncertainty. You may find yourself stuck in “what ifs,” constantly scanning your body, googling symptoms, or mentally rehearsing worst-case scenarios about your fertility, your pregnancy, or your ability to be a good parent. You’re trying to protect you in a world that has felt unpredictable, painful, or unsafe.
I provide a supportive space for adult clients to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Feeling anxious at times is completely normal, but when it starts to take over, therapy can help. Together, we’ll build coping skills, self-care routines, and assertive communication strategies using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and DBT to foster resilience, confidence, and personal growth.
I provide a supportive space for adult clients to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Feeling anxious at times is completely normal, but when it starts to take over, therapy can help. Together, we’ll build coping skills, self-care routines, and assertive communication strategies using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and DBT to foster resilience, confidence, and personal growth.
I utilize EMDR for perinatal women who have "stuck" memories surrounding birth trauma, infertility and/or loss.
My approach is warm and compassionate. I tailor my sessions to meet your specific needs. My life experiences, in addition to clinical training, make me an expert at all things perinatal: pregnancy, postpartum, infertility and pregnancy loss. I enjoy working with women of all ages with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression and trauma.
I utilize EMDR for perinatal women who have "stuck" memories surrounding birth trauma, infertility and/or loss.
My approach is warm and compassionate. I tailor my sessions to meet your specific needs. My life experiences, in addition to clinical training, make me an expert at all things perinatal: pregnancy, postpartum, infertility and pregnancy loss. I enjoy working with women of all ages with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression and trauma.
I truly believe every mother, every parent, deserves and needs a village. It is my hope to be a part of my client’s support system as they navigate all of the high’s and low’s of parenthood including pregnancy, couples therapy, postpartum depression and anxiety, and parental burnout. During my first pregnancy, I thought I had prepared well for motherhood – I read all the baby books, bought all the gear, and even took pregnancy classes. To say I was underestimating how life-altering this transition would be is putting it lightly. The learning curve is steep and it feels as though the stakes are quite high.
I truly believe every mother, every parent, deserves and needs a village. It is my hope to be a part of my client’s support system as they navigate all of the high’s and low’s of parenthood including pregnancy, couples therapy, postpartum depression and anxiety, and parental burnout. During my first pregnancy, I thought I had prepared well for motherhood – I read all the baby books, bought all the gear, and even took pregnancy classes. To say I was underestimating how life-altering this transition would be is putting it lightly. The learning curve is steep and it feels as though the stakes are quite high.
I specialize in "Moms," working mostly with women throughout different phases of motherhood including those trying to conceive, soon-to-be, new and seasoned mothers. Protecting and supporting mental health throughout each phase may look different for each client; however, my approach is always centered on creating a warm, supportive and relatable space. I focus on connection and find space for humor. I normalize so much of what women experience along the journey in becoming "Mom" and provide real skills to use in daily life, including what actually works and is attainable postpartum!
I specialize in "Moms," working mostly with women throughout different phases of motherhood including those trying to conceive, soon-to-be, new and seasoned mothers. Protecting and supporting mental health throughout each phase may look different for each client; however, my approach is always centered on creating a warm, supportive and relatable space. I focus on connection and find space for humor. I normalize so much of what women experience along the journey in becoming "Mom" and provide real skills to use in daily life, including what actually works and is attainable postpartum!
Maybe you’ve been pushing things down just to get through the day, or you’re navigating grief, infertility, postpartum changes, or the complexities of relationships and identity.
I offer a collaborative, compassionate space where you can safely explore your experiences. My approach is holistic and grounded in curiosity, helping you process emotions, identify patterns, and reconnect with your strengths. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and meaningful, values-driven change.
Maybe you’ve been pushing things down just to get through the day, or you’re navigating grief, infertility, postpartum changes, or the complexities of relationships and identity.
I offer a collaborative, compassionate space where you can safely explore your experiences. My approach is holistic and grounded in curiosity, helping you process emotions, identify patterns, and reconnect with your strengths. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and meaningful, values-driven change.
With personal experience navigating infertility, IVF, miscarriage, adoption, birth trauma, and a 2x NICU mom, my focus is on helping you feel more grounded and supported through your journey.
Hi there, I’m Erin! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration and over a decade of experience working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, uncertainty, and major life transitions.
With personal experience navigating infertility, IVF, miscarriage, adoption, birth trauma, and a 2x NICU mom, my focus is on helping you feel more grounded and supported through your journey.
Hi there, I’m Erin! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration and over a decade of experience working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, uncertainty, and major life transitions.
I work with adults, couples, adolescents and families around issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief/loss, infertility and trauma.
As an adoptive mother, I am passionate about supporting individuals and families struggling with infertility and/or perinatal loss. For families that choose to build their family through adoption, I provide holistic and ongoing support throughout the adoption process and beyond. For more information about my practice, please visit www.maggiebrownlcsw.com.
I work with adults, couples, adolescents and families around issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief/loss, infertility and trauma.
As an adoptive mother, I am passionate about supporting individuals and families struggling with infertility and/or perinatal loss. For families that choose to build their family through adoption, I provide holistic and ongoing support throughout the adoption process and beyond. For more information about my practice, please visit www.maggiebrownlcsw.com.
In practice I specialize in OCD, infertility, postpartum, trauma, peri/post-menopause, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and adjustment related stressors.
I am well versed in working with clients from a myriad of cultures, values and backgrounds. I treat the therapeutic process as collaborative and dynamic, and I utilize various modalities best suited for your presenting concerns. Often the experiences of our past greatly impact our present. We explore these connections to help you make meaningful change.
In practice I specialize in OCD, infertility, postpartum, trauma, peri/post-menopause, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and adjustment related stressors.
I am well versed in working with clients from a myriad of cultures, values and backgrounds. I treat the therapeutic process as collaborative and dynamic, and I utilize various modalities best suited for your presenting concerns. Often the experiences of our past greatly impact our present. We explore these connections to help you make meaningful change.
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Infertility Therapists
How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?
Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.
How does therapy for infertility issues work?
The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.
What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?
Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.
How long does therapy for infertility issues take?
There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.