Couples Counseling Therapists in Oak Park, IL
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Sylvie Pelaprat
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I PROVIDE TELEHEALTH ONLY TO CLIENTS RESIDING IN ILLINOIS AND CALIFORNIA. Seeking help can be difficult, but something brought you here: increased anxiety, feelings of sadness or loneliness; things have just become harder to deal with; negative thoughts are dominating your life; a loss, a new job, or a life transition have turned your life upside down; your
relationship
with your loved ones is not working very well. I work with individual adults and aim to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment. Together we can figure it out. We can bring back purpose, vitality, and connections in your life.
Marilyn Joanne Myles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I bring 25 years of experience in using the effective and compassionate approaches of EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Gestalt and Hakomi Somatics to heal trauma, grief, stresses of illness, depression, anxiety and
relationship
difficulties. I see my work as helping you bring clarity out of confusion by understanding the dynamic issues that hold you back and thus influence your future planning. This often results in reclaiming parts of yourself in order to come into your inherent wholeness. I adapt a unique blend of body/mind approaches to your specific needs, at a pace that's comfortable for you.
Brittney S Brooks
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MA
Verified
Verified
If you’re struggling to cope with past traumas, I can help you identify how this is showing up in your present and offer the tools that will create the path to your desired future. Trauma impedes our natural ability as humans to be able to identify and reach goals, and connect and form relationships with others. I know that this can all be worked through with a positive therapeutic
relationship
and guidance to rediscovering the inner knowing you possess about what you truly need to thrive. My personal approach to therapy is what allows for others to connect with me- I am laid-back, direct, funny, caring, and non-judgement.
Suresh Unni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My main areas of focus are in the treatment of mood disorders,
relationship
issues, substance abuse/addictions and culturally-based issues.
I use a person-centered approach to understand the holistic reality of my clients so they feel understood and accepted wherever they are in their lives. I believe we all have the innate capability to heal ourselves. Therefore my main role as your therapist will be to help you discover what you truly want from life and what obstacles, both internal and external, are getting in the way of you experiencing freedom and happiness. As a clinician, I have been privileged to journey with my clients through their lives and have seen many overcome substantial obstacles and make significant breakthroughs using therapy as a tool.
Sue L Kehias
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
The therapeutic
relationship
is the most effective tool when helping clients identify patterns in their lives.
Therapy is about helping people recognize unproductive patterns, connecting past issues with current dynamics, and coping with life-changing events. When working with my clients, I actively engage with them to assess their problems, deal with barriers, and work through issues that require both change and acceptance.
Not accepting new clients
Annemarie Slobig
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My primary interest as a psychologist lies in understanding the factors that will allow you to take better care of yourself and to enjoy positive and constructive relationships. My deeply respectful approach to psychotherapy will allow you to make good choices and feel good about them. This kind of therapy allows you to achieve more successful and enjoyable relationships with partners, friends, and professional contacts. I specialize in adult and adolescent psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, and issues of spirituality and social and cultural identity. I approach each therapy
relationship
individually, customizing the treatment to meet your specific needs.
Kate Giandonato & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Very rarely in our lives are we given the opportunity and the space to truly look at ourselves, where we have been, and the person we are looking to become. At Kate Giandonato & Associates, we create an environment where you can safely look at yourself, relationships, and potential barriers to achieving your goals. Our
relationship
-based training in Social Work + Child Development has given us the background to notice and work through the conflicting messages, thoughts and emotions present not only in the parent-child
relationship
, but in every
relationship
. We work with our clients to better understand and negotiate these most important relationships.
Janet Levitt
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Welcome to my profile. If you're seeking a therapist, you're taking an important step toward creating a shift into resilience, growth, and well-being. I have over 15 years of experience supporting clients using a collaborative, DBT (skills-based) approach. I
partner
with clients to create a safe space where they can connect more deeply with themselves, their emotions, their needs, and their potentials in order to become their most fully-realized selves.
Valerie Smith Wright
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I provide a gentle, encouraging environment to help clients work on
relationship
challenges & infidelity, eating disorders & obesity, as well as career & life transitions. I guide individuals through the dating process into healthy relationships. I have specialized clinical experience in helping people recover from addictions of all kinds (food, alcohol, drugs, sex, gambling, codependency).
Oak Park, IL 60301
& Online
Casey VanderStel
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, EMDR
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work from a systemic framework, and utilize psychodynamic principles alongside evidence based tools. My passion in treatment is to create a collaborative
relationship
built on authenticity, hope, and safety to make space for you to be your whole self and access healing from past experiences. I believe in the power of integration- that all parts of you deserve love and compassion. Together, we will address feelings, needs, beliefs, and the body's own wisdom, while also seeing issues in the context of the systems in which you exist.
Sarah H Krcmarik
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Particular specialties of mine include mood disorders,
relationship
issues, survivors of childhood abuse and trauma, ADHD, women's issues, and grief and bereavement.
We all have words in our heart that are difficult to speak. Therapy is a great opportunity to bring voice to those words and make sense of their meaning so we can have a greater understanding of who we are and our place in this world. I view therapy as a unique opportunity to know and understand yourself in more profound and meaningful ways so as to allow true clarity, purpose, and healing in everyday life. We will move at a pace that feels comfortable to you, and, ultimately, we will work together to bridge your inner emotional life to past and current experiences to then provide a renewed and hopeful understanding of yourself.
Mary Ellen Withers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I provide therapy for adults,
couples
and families. Clients frequently are struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief and loss. My clients are often going thru a medical crisis, managing chronic pain or are dealing with a family member's illness. I also help clients who are grieving or who have issues with aging parents and need a plan and to deal with feelings of sadness. I am a registered nurse as well as a clinical social worker and have advanced training in medical family therapy. I am a very good listener and assist my clients in finding their strengths to help them move forward in life.
Not accepting new clients
Suzanne Priebe
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I have completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method
Couples
Therapy and use this method in my work to enhance
relationship
functioning.
Does anxiety interrupt the achievement of your goals? Is life too exhausting? Are you feeling out of balance or lonely in your relationships? Have you lost focus of your dreams? My goal is to assist you in identifying your needs and creating a life that is full and satisfying. I have over 20 years of experience with adolescents, adults and
couples
. My practice includes treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, postpartum and parenting issues, healthy relationships, and spiritual growth. I also specialize in working with persons with body image and/or weight issues.
Terry L Stagman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
In addition, I am an experienced divorce mediator and collaborative law professional, helping
couples
to divorce without litigation.
For many years, I have been helping my clients to lead happier and more fulfilling lives. One of my main psychotherapy approaches is cognitive-behavioral therapy, a well-established, efficient and effective form of psychotherapy. It directly targets the patient's thinking, and behavior, patterns that are producing psychological problems, and teaches the patient to change those patterns. In marital and family therapy, I help the parties to communicate better with one another and to reach agreements acceptable to all. If the children have behavior problems, I often help the parents to become more effective disciplinarians.
Madeleine Mears
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Maybe your anxiety is becoming too difficult to manage or perhaps your relationships aren't working? Maybe your
relationship
with your body and food is not in a great place or you have experienced trauma and are looking for healing? Regardless of the circumstance that brings you into therapy, starting therapy is a courageous step. I firmly believe in the power of therapy to bring about healing and growth. As a therapist, I believe in creating a safe and warm environment where you can come as you are and feel heard and seen. I will help you learn to love yourself more, grow in your confidence, and increase overall wellbeing.
Mia Dal Santo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a relationally trained therapist, I work with
couples
, families, and individuals. I like working clients in an open and collaborative manner, using systems theory and a culturally-attuned lens to create a space that is comfortable and productive. I am a queer, cis-ish, white, non-religious, poly-and-kink-affirming/aligned, chronically ill, person from the Chicagoland/NWI area. Because I have worked hard to understand myself and come to these identities, I try to create space for others to do the same in my own practice.
Linda Bauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
From everyday struggles and family stresses to traumatic experiences, our ways of coping are constantly challenged. In my practice I support individuals in the development of their resilience to enable them to solve difficult problems and begin to thrive. With 20 years of experience my depth of empathy and skills provide the foundation for a safe, colaborative
relationship
. I understand that isolation debilitates and shakes people in times of distress and that connection with others is crucial to healing. I see my role as helping people discover the value of connections and supporting them as they move through the process.
Molly Michaels
Pre-Licensed Professional, MAATC
Verified
Verified
I understand that life transitions, making decisions, and feeling comfortable with who you are can feel isolating and I want you to know you are not alone. I focus on creating a meaningful, therapeutic, and authentic
relationship
. Seeking support can feel overwhelming, so I commit to fostering a space that is non-judgmental, empathetic, and validating. My approach to psychotherapy involves creative exploration through person-centered and strength-based techniques.
Ashley Graves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I recognize the importance of the therapeutic
relationship
as a vehicle for positive change; my approach is client-centered, collaborative, and solution focused.
Life can be challenging, sometimes we don't know what is causing us to be uncomfortable; we just know that we are. Regardless of the reason, therapy can help you process feelings that cause pain or discomfort. I provide a safe space to identify the strengths that have brought you to this point in your life and help you learn how to use those strengths to work through some of the challenges. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, feelings of low self-worth or just trying to help everyday life feel a little easier.
Waitlist for new clients
Blair Barbour
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
People with stressful lives, who have been trying their best to deal with anxiety, self esteem,
relationship
issues -- all reasons people contact me initially. You may have noticed feeling or behaving in ways that are self-defeating, or you are disappointed that you don't feel more authentic with others, or fully engaged in your life. Crises such as divorce or loss, challenges in parenting or work pressures can serve as catalysts for reevaluating the way we've been living. Psychotherapy offers a unique opportunity to discover what I believe is inherent in everyone: the ability to change and grow and heal.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.