Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Oak Park, IL
Breaking unhealthy habits, getting "unstuck", or working through life’s challenges requires creativity. But when we are feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, our brains tend to follow rigid patterns of thinking, feeling, and reacting. And that makes creativity difficult to access. As a therapist, my goal is to develop a fully creative process with each client and provide a comfortable space to explore and discuss different perspectives and self-care strategies.
Breaking unhealthy habits, getting "unstuck", or working through life’s challenges requires creativity. But when we are feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, our brains tend to follow rigid patterns of thinking, feeling, and reacting. And that makes creativity difficult to access. As a therapist, my goal is to develop a fully creative process with each client and provide a comfortable space to explore and discuss different perspectives and self-care strategies.
Leslie Frame-Crowley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. She graduated from Simmons University in Boston. Leslie approaches the therapeutic relationship from a client-centered perspective, believing that the client is the expert of their experience. Being a social worker, Leslie also maintains a person-in-environment perspective, meaning we are shaped by and always affecting the ecosystems of which we are a part. In her spare time, Leslie enjoys walking, socializing, community-making, writing, performance art, and exploring her hometown of Chicago.
Leslie Frame-Crowley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. She graduated from Simmons University in Boston. Leslie approaches the therapeutic relationship from a client-centered perspective, believing that the client is the expert of their experience. Being a social worker, Leslie also maintains a person-in-environment perspective, meaning we are shaped by and always affecting the ecosystems of which we are a part. In her spare time, Leslie enjoys walking, socializing, community-making, writing, performance art, and exploring her hometown of Chicago.
I work extensively with tweens, adolescents, young adults, and adults in seeking relief from anxiety and related disorders, depression, ADHD, gender and sexual identity issues, developmental & relational trauma, self-esteem, and healing from attachment and childhood trauma where individuals have navigated a history of unmet needs and frustrating attempts to get them met. I also have a strong interest in working with adolescents in their transition to high school and/or college, stress management, emotional development and maturity, rejection from peers, family conflict, and friendship/interpersonal relationship issues
I work extensively with tweens, adolescents, young adults, and adults in seeking relief from anxiety and related disorders, depression, ADHD, gender and sexual identity issues, developmental & relational trauma, self-esteem, and healing from attachment and childhood trauma where individuals have navigated a history of unmet needs and frustrating attempts to get them met. I also have a strong interest in working with adolescents in their transition to high school and/or college, stress management, emotional development and maturity, rejection from peers, family conflict, and friendship/interpersonal relationship issues
I have expertise utilizing skills from a CBT, ERP, and ACT approach.
I work with children, teens, and adults who are experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, stress/burnout, or mood related concerns. Do you find your self (or your child) constantly worrying about "what if" scenarios? Are you feeling "stuck" in your life and struggling to move forward? I can help! It’s hard to find joy in the little things when you constantly feel distracted by the thoughts in your head. We can work together to help you identify your values and create a plan to cope with the difficult thoughts and feelings holding you back.
I have expertise utilizing skills from a CBT, ERP, and ACT approach.
I work with children, teens, and adults who are experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, stress/burnout, or mood related concerns. Do you find your self (or your child) constantly worrying about "what if" scenarios? Are you feeling "stuck" in your life and struggling to move forward? I can help! It’s hard to find joy in the little things when you constantly feel distracted by the thoughts in your head. We can work together to help you identify your values and create a plan to cope with the difficult thoughts and feelings holding you back.
I draw from psychodynamic therapy, I-CBT, DBT, ERP, ACT, and multicultural therapy, while also highlighting somatic practices as a key part of the therapeutic process.
I understand how overwhelming it can feel when life’s challenges seem insurmountable. I am dedicated to offering trauma-informed care to both youth and adults navigating neurodivergence, OCD, anxiety, mood disorders, interpersonal relationships, and identity formation. I also provide tailored support for individuals experiencing PTSD, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, and affirming care for queer identities. If you're seeking growth and a greater sense of safety in your body, I am here to support you.
I draw from psychodynamic therapy, I-CBT, DBT, ERP, ACT, and multicultural therapy, while also highlighting somatic practices as a key part of the therapeutic process.
I understand how overwhelming it can feel when life’s challenges seem insurmountable. I am dedicated to offering trauma-informed care to both youth and adults navigating neurodivergence, OCD, anxiety, mood disorders, interpersonal relationships, and identity formation. I also provide tailored support for individuals experiencing PTSD, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, and affirming care for queer identities. If you're seeking growth and a greater sense of safety in your body, I am here to support you.
Taylor is a queer, Japanese American psychotherapist. She received graduate clinical training at Northwestern University, Yale University, and the University of Southern California. In the therapy room, she integrates psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, relational, and emotion-focused therapy while exploring both the individual and how the system at large plays into the narratives we carry. Informed by her work as a professional musician for over 25 years, Taylor enjoys working with artists, musicians, actors/actresses, and other folks working in a variety of creative fields.
Taylor is a queer, Japanese American psychotherapist. She received graduate clinical training at Northwestern University, Yale University, and the University of Southern California. In the therapy room, she integrates psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, relational, and emotion-focused therapy while exploring both the individual and how the system at large plays into the narratives we carry. Informed by her work as a professional musician for over 25 years, Taylor enjoys working with artists, musicians, actors/actresses, and other folks working in a variety of creative fields.
With over 20 years of experience, I specialize in treating Anxiety, Depression and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) using Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) to reduce avoidance and build resilience.
I support teens and adults of all ages, who are managing symptoms and ready to understand what's driving them. Together we will identify the root of feeling stuck and work together to build skills. I also have experience working with substance use, first responders, and justice-involved clients, helping process challenges and create meaningful change.
With over 20 years of experience, I specialize in treating Anxiety, Depression and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) using Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) to reduce avoidance and build resilience.
I support teens and adults of all ages, who are managing symptoms and ready to understand what's driving them. Together we will identify the root of feeling stuck and work together to build skills. I also have experience working with substance use, first responders, and justice-involved clients, helping process challenges and create meaningful change.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, stress, depression, adjustment issues, relationship issues, and coping with acute and chronic health conditions, especially as related to women's health, including fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum concerns, and mood changes during peri/menopause. Additionally, I help executives and professionals learn stress management skills to build and maintain a sense of well-being and improved coping. I use CBT, mindfulness, and acceptance-based approaches to teach clients how to respond to unhelpful thoughts and behaviors without judgment or pessimism.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, stress, depression, adjustment issues, relationship issues, and coping with acute and chronic health conditions, especially as related to women's health, including fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum concerns, and mood changes during peri/menopause. Additionally, I help executives and professionals learn stress management skills to build and maintain a sense of well-being and improved coping. I use CBT, mindfulness, and acceptance-based approaches to teach clients how to respond to unhelpful thoughts and behaviors without judgment or pessimism.
I trained at The Family Institute at Northwestern University in evidence-based, psychodynamic, and relational approaches to therapy. I specialize in working with children and adolescents dealing with developmental transitions and mental health related matters (ADHD, depression, emotional/behavioral). I also have experience supporting adults across the lifespan and assisting parents in building stronger connections with their families. My overall goal as a therapist is to create a space where all clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to express themselves authentically.
I trained at The Family Institute at Northwestern University in evidence-based, psychodynamic, and relational approaches to therapy. I specialize in working with children and adolescents dealing with developmental transitions and mental health related matters (ADHD, depression, emotional/behavioral). I also have experience supporting adults across the lifespan and assisting parents in building stronger connections with their families. My overall goal as a therapist is to create a space where all clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to express themselves authentically.
Does one part of you feel stuck, not able to make a decision, while another part pressures you to move forward, leaving you caught in patterns of doubt, worry and frustration? You may feel pulled in different directions, trying to keep things together while something inside you knows it's not working.
I offer practical steady therapy that helps you understand the different parts of yourself that push, protect, criticize, or carry old hurt-so new choices start to feel possible for you.
In-person therapy in Oak Park, and telehealth available across Illinois, including Wicker Park, Logan Square, Riverside, Avondale, and Chicago.
Does one part of you feel stuck, not able to make a decision, while another part pressures you to move forward, leaving you caught in patterns of doubt, worry and frustration? You may feel pulled in different directions, trying to keep things together while something inside you knows it's not working.
I offer practical steady therapy that helps you understand the different parts of yourself that push, protect, criticize, or carry old hurt-so new choices start to feel possible for you.
In-person therapy in Oak Park, and telehealth available across Illinois, including Wicker Park, Logan Square, Riverside, Avondale, and Chicago.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional trained in Psychodynamic & Relational Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, Polyvagal Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), DBT, Mindfulness, CBT, ACT, and ERP.
I take an integrative approach to supporting you in deepening your self-awareness and to helping you heal parts of you that have gotten stuck in the past or in old survival strategies that may not support you now. In our therapy, I’ll offer gentle guidance to help you befriend these parts, understand their roles, and integrate them into a harmonious whole.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional trained in Psychodynamic & Relational Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, Polyvagal Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), DBT, Mindfulness, CBT, ACT, and ERP.
I take an integrative approach to supporting you in deepening your self-awareness and to helping you heal parts of you that have gotten stuck in the past or in old survival strategies that may not support you now. In our therapy, I’ll offer gentle guidance to help you befriend these parts, understand their roles, and integrate them into a harmonious whole.
I also have extensive experience in ACT, CBT, ERP and DBT.
You’ve tried everything—advice, doctors, Instagram tips, maybe even therapy before this—and your child still melts down at homework, refuses to get on the bus, or shuts down in social situations. You’re exhausted from the constant battles, the “just try harder” dialogue from others (or yourself), and the feeling that no one really understands your family’s unique struggle. Is parenting supposed to feel this challenging? Maybe your child hates therapy or won’t open up—and you’re left worried you’re failing (yet again) because nothing you’ve done has made difference.
I also have extensive experience in ACT, CBT, ERP and DBT.
You’ve tried everything—advice, doctors, Instagram tips, maybe even therapy before this—and your child still melts down at homework, refuses to get on the bus, or shuts down in social situations. You’re exhausted from the constant battles, the “just try harder” dialogue from others (or yourself), and the feeling that no one really understands your family’s unique struggle. Is parenting supposed to feel this challenging? Maybe your child hates therapy or won’t open up—and you’re left worried you’re failing (yet again) because nothing you’ve done has made difference.
You already know what your patterns are: the overthinking, the avoidance, the loop of worrying about things you can't control. The frustrating part isn't the lack of insight. It's that knowing what's going on doesn't make it stop. That's where the right approach can make the difference. I help adults close the gap between understanding their anxiety and actually doing something different with it. My approach is active, skills-based, and grounded in the most effective evidence-based treatments. I believe it's important to go beyond just talking about what's hard to build the tools that help you move through it.
You already know what your patterns are: the overthinking, the avoidance, the loop of worrying about things you can't control. The frustrating part isn't the lack of insight. It's that knowing what's going on doesn't make it stop. That's where the right approach can make the difference. I help adults close the gap between understanding their anxiety and actually doing something different with it. My approach is active, skills-based, and grounded in the most effective evidence-based treatments. I believe it's important to go beyond just talking about what's hard to build the tools that help you move through it.
There are many pathways to a happier and more fulfilling life. Deciding to change, taking the risk to meet a new therapist, isn't easy. In 50 plus years as a psychotherapist, I have found that with work and skilled support, clients can reach goals, change, improve and develop their solutions to their issues. Although you may feel blocked, our work together will help you find the path to a happier life that is right for you. The most difficult decision is to take the risk and try therapy.
There are many pathways to a happier and more fulfilling life. Deciding to change, taking the risk to meet a new therapist, isn't easy. In 50 plus years as a psychotherapist, I have found that with work and skilled support, clients can reach goals, change, improve and develop their solutions to their issues. Although you may feel blocked, our work together will help you find the path to a happier life that is right for you. The most difficult decision is to take the risk and try therapy.
You deserve to be free from the anxiety that holds you back. My passion is helping people to find peace and fulfillment in their lives.
My goal as your therapist is to help you to free yourself from anxiety, increase your self-confidence, and experience greater joy and fulfillment in your life.
I specialize in health anxiety, general anxiety, panic attacks, phobias and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
I am an active therapist who not only listens and understands, but also teaches you techniques to more effectively manage your difficulties and achieve your goals.
You deserve to be free from the anxiety that holds you back. My passion is helping people to find peace and fulfillment in their lives.
My goal as your therapist is to help you to free yourself from anxiety, increase your self-confidence, and experience greater joy and fulfillment in your life.
I specialize in health anxiety, general anxiety, panic attacks, phobias and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
I am an active therapist who not only listens and understands, but also teaches you techniques to more effectively manage your difficulties and achieve your goals.
Have you ever felt stuck or trapped by beliefs of what you should be doing, what you should have accomplished, how you should be handling stress, the person you should be? We receive so much messaging from outside voices that our internal voice, beliefs, and identity get lost in the noise. Untangling yourself from all the “shoulds” in the world can feel overwhelming, and great news: you don’t need to do it alone. I am here to help you filter through the noise to find your most genuine self.
Have you ever felt stuck or trapped by beliefs of what you should be doing, what you should have accomplished, how you should be handling stress, the person you should be? We receive so much messaging from outside voices that our internal voice, beliefs, and identity get lost in the noise. Untangling yourself from all the “shoulds” in the world can feel overwhelming, and great news: you don’t need to do it alone. I am here to help you filter through the noise to find your most genuine self.
My clinical approach integrates multiple empirically-supported treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Family Systems Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy ( ERP), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Whether you are having a hard time escaping your inner thoughts, feeling stuck in your relationships, figuring out your identities, consistently stressed about work, or trying to understand your past trauma... I've got you! I actively listen and create a safe space for clients to share their life stories, believing firmly that each individual has a unique experience in life and that their therapeutic experience should be tailored accordingly.
My clinical approach integrates multiple empirically-supported treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Family Systems Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy ( ERP), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Whether you are having a hard time escaping your inner thoughts, feeling stuck in your relationships, figuring out your identities, consistently stressed about work, or trying to understand your past trauma... I've got you! I actively listen and create a safe space for clients to share their life stories, believing firmly that each individual has a unique experience in life and that their therapeutic experience should be tailored accordingly.
Living with a chronic medical illness can be challenging. Depression, anxiety, fears, loss of identity, and doubt are all common, and physicians are continuing to acknowledge that how we feel mentally affects our physical symptoms. Navigating the medical system, treatments, and socializing can be stressful. We're dedicated to helping children (6-17) and adults navigate life with a chronic illness, with all of the social and emotional parts that may not be addressed in your doctor visits. Our team includes: Tiffany Taft PsyD, Emily Edlynn PhD, Emily Hahn LCSW, Alix Kramer MSW, and Clark Bray MSW.
Living with a chronic medical illness can be challenging. Depression, anxiety, fears, loss of identity, and doubt are all common, and physicians are continuing to acknowledge that how we feel mentally affects our physical symptoms. Navigating the medical system, treatments, and socializing can be stressful. We're dedicated to helping children (6-17) and adults navigate life with a chronic illness, with all of the social and emotional parts that may not be addressed in your doctor visits. Our team includes: Tiffany Taft PsyD, Emily Edlynn PhD, Emily Hahn LCSW, Alix Kramer MSW, and Clark Bray MSW.
Caterina Frollano, LPC, specializes in treating adults and adolescents with mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, trauma, women’s health concerns, multicultural identity development, and life transitions. She has extensive experience with international populations, including international students, and is fluent in Italian. Caterina uses an integrative approach drawing from DBT, CBT, psychodynamic, and culturally informed therapies.
Caterina Frollano, LPC, specializes in treating adults and adolescents with mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, trauma, women’s health concerns, multicultural identity development, and life transitions. She has extensive experience with international populations, including international students, and is fluent in Italian. Caterina uses an integrative approach drawing from DBT, CBT, psychodynamic, and culturally informed therapies.
Therapy for high-functioning adults who want to strengthen both their mind and body — not just talk about stress.
Together, we pay attention not only to thoughts and emotions, but also to how stress, tension, and survival patterns show up in the body.
Therapy for high-functioning adults who want to strengthen both their mind and body — not just talk about stress.
Together, we pay attention not only to thoughts and emotions, but also to how stress, tension, and survival patterns show up in the body.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.