Therapists in Oak Park, IL
I believe in everyone's resilience and capacity to change and grow. I strive to foster optimism and hope so you can envision your possibilities and options in life, motivating you to try something new or different to change yourself or your life. I work collaboratively with you to explore, make sense of, and help navigate issues with relationships, work-related stress, school performance, grief, adjustment to illness, dealing with immigration or relocation, and other changes we go through.
I believe in everyone's resilience and capacity to change and grow. I strive to foster optimism and hope so you can envision your possibilities and options in life, motivating you to try something new or different to change yourself or your life. I work collaboratively with you to explore, make sense of, and help navigate issues with relationships, work-related stress, school performance, grief, adjustment to illness, dealing with immigration or relocation, and other changes we go through.
Having experienced my own share of life transitions and dedicated to helping others navigate similar journeys, I deeply empathize with what you're going through. I specialize in working with individuals amidst significant life changes who seek stability, structure, and security. My clients often face transitions such as career shifts, relationship changes, or personal growth journeys. Their challenges may manifest as anxiety, depression, uncertainty, and a sense of being overwhelmed by the unknown, coupled with a need to regain control.
Having experienced my own share of life transitions and dedicated to helping others navigate similar journeys, I deeply empathize with what you're going through. I specialize in working with individuals amidst significant life changes who seek stability, structure, and security. My clients often face transitions such as career shifts, relationship changes, or personal growth journeys. Their challenges may manifest as anxiety, depression, uncertainty, and a sense of being overwhelmed by the unknown, coupled with a need to regain control.
I'm a seasoned psychotherapist with more than 30 years' experience. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which you can freely explore whatever has felt dissatisfying, obsolete, self-defeating or even toxic in your life. Maybe you’re seeking to improve the way you've responded to transitions or traumas, whether recently or many years ago. Maybe you want to figure out how to “jettison” habits, relationships or lifestyles that no longer work for you. Or maybe you want to break free from repeating cycles or patterns that haven’t served you successfully in the past.
I'm a seasoned psychotherapist with more than 30 years' experience. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which you can freely explore whatever has felt dissatisfying, obsolete, self-defeating or even toxic in your life. Maybe you’re seeking to improve the way you've responded to transitions or traumas, whether recently or many years ago. Maybe you want to figure out how to “jettison” habits, relationships or lifestyles that no longer work for you. Or maybe you want to break free from repeating cycles or patterns that haven’t served you successfully in the past.
Kate Giandonato & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60301
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.
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.
Hello! For over 30 years, I have worked with clients as a clinical psychologist providing a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for adolescents, adults, and couples of all genders and sexualities. My counseling focuses on embracing tools for self-empowerment, self-worth, self-compassion, self-care, and assertiveness through reclaiming parts of oneself to feel whole. Reaching out for therapy can be intimidating and my goal is to make this experience as comfortable, safe, positive, and welcoming as possible!
Hello! For over 30 years, I have worked with clients as a clinical psychologist providing a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for adolescents, adults, and couples of all genders and sexualities. My counseling focuses on embracing tools for self-empowerment, self-worth, self-compassion, self-care, and assertiveness through reclaiming parts of oneself to feel whole. Reaching out for therapy can be intimidating and my goal is to make this experience as comfortable, safe, positive, and welcoming as possible!
Jenny Walsh Stevens
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60302
As a licensed clinical counselor, I bring a warm, inviting and unique style to interactions with my clients. I care deeply about helping others and supporting my clients to make the changes that they have always wanted, but didn’t have the tools or personal courage to make. My style of counseling is ideal for those changing directions, who feel stuck or who are feeling anxious about the journey.
As a licensed clinical counselor, I bring a warm, inviting and unique style to interactions with my clients. I care deeply about helping others and supporting my clients to make the changes that they have always wanted, but didn’t have the tools or personal courage to make. My style of counseling is ideal for those changing directions, who feel stuck or who are feeling anxious about the journey.
We all want to feel heard, seen and understood. In Therapy, I listen to understand my clients way of processing and explore alternatives together. I've learned that we all have things that we struggle with. We all have certain trigger points that can disrupt our ability to flow and function. When this happens, we may think something is wrong with us but I am here to affirm, there is nothing wrong with you. You're human and you deserve grace! Instead, I believe it’s the environment you find yourself in and how you see the world around you. Let’s work together to understand the origin of your thoughts to re-imagine who you want to be.
We all want to feel heard, seen and understood. In Therapy, I listen to understand my clients way of processing and explore alternatives together. I've learned that we all have things that we struggle with. We all have certain trigger points that can disrupt our ability to flow and function. When this happens, we may think something is wrong with us but I am here to affirm, there is nothing wrong with you. You're human and you deserve grace! Instead, I believe it’s the environment you find yourself in and how you see the world around you. Let’s work together to understand the origin of your thoughts to re-imagine who you want to be.
Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. My approach to therapy balances practical strategies for changing unwanted behaviors with deeper exploration of how these patterns developed. Many of my clients, ages 14 and up, find themselves reflecting on early experiences and family-of-origin dynamics as part of their healing journey. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and addiction, often uncovering the underlying trauma that has led to these difficulties. Many come to therapy feeling stuck—trapped in emotional or behavioral patterns that no longer serve them.
Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. My approach to therapy balances practical strategies for changing unwanted behaviors with deeper exploration of how these patterns developed. Many of my clients, ages 14 and up, find themselves reflecting on early experiences and family-of-origin dynamics as part of their healing journey. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and addiction, often uncovering the underlying trauma that has led to these difficulties. Many come to therapy feeling stuck—trapped in emotional or behavioral patterns that no longer serve them.
Cassie Yoder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60301
Now accepting new clients! Welcome, come as you are and bring all that you’re facing and trying to manage. I believe things can get better. I am convinced that we all have what we need to find healing. My aim is to work with you in collaboration to identify the barriers you’re facing and to find ways to overcome them. I believe that looking into our past, learning tools, adapting perspectives, and having new experiences can make all the difference. Above all, I want you to feel understood and valued for who you are.
Now accepting new clients! Welcome, come as you are and bring all that you’re facing and trying to manage. I believe things can get better. I am convinced that we all have what we need to find healing. My aim is to work with you in collaboration to identify the barriers you’re facing and to find ways to overcome them. I believe that looking into our past, learning tools, adapting perspectives, and having new experiences can make all the difference. Above all, I want you to feel understood and valued for who you are.
"When the winds of change blow, some people build walls. Others build windmills." ....... Change. It is unavoidable. All people share this truth. Whether we choose it or not, life will change. We live. We adapt. We learn. Yet life teaches us another truth; that we are not alone. We are inherently social, loving beings. Our lives are embedded in many kinds of relationships. Sometimes those relationships are swimming happily along and sometimes not so much. The good news is that these truths about change and relationships enable us to grow. Whatever stage we are in, wherever our world is at, we aim to live with richness and joy.
"When the winds of change blow, some people build walls. Others build windmills." ....... Change. It is unavoidable. All people share this truth. Whether we choose it or not, life will change. We live. We adapt. We learn. Yet life teaches us another truth; that we are not alone. We are inherently social, loving beings. Our lives are embedded in many kinds of relationships. Sometimes those relationships are swimming happily along and sometimes not so much. The good news is that these truths about change and relationships enable us to grow. Whatever stage we are in, wherever our world is at, we aim to live with richness and joy.
Jamie Tubbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60304
Waitlist for new clients
You make sense. Your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, sensations- they all make sense. Therapy is a great place to figure out how, and find ways you can change some of those things, or accept them and live with greater ease. In sessions with me, we will work to deepen your understanding of yourself, add skills for better tolerance of emotions and connection with others, and clarify your vision for what you want out of life. In my work with both individuals and couples, I enjoy bringing skills for better emotional awareness, communication, and values based action.
You make sense. Your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, sensations- they all make sense. Therapy is a great place to figure out how, and find ways you can change some of those things, or accept them and live with greater ease. In sessions with me, we will work to deepen your understanding of yourself, add skills for better tolerance of emotions and connection with others, and clarify your vision for what you want out of life. In my work with both individuals and couples, I enjoy bringing skills for better emotional awareness, communication, and values based action.
Meet Our Therapists
If you've felt lost, frustrated or feel no one quite "gets you", you are welcome here. As a trauma informed and DBT focused therapist, I believe in the power shame reduction can have in peoples lives, alongside building concrete skills, and unlearning narratives that no longer serve us. I often see clients who may feel at odds with themselves and want to adapt or grow their ability to handle distress. Although change can be uncomfortable, I work alongside clients to rediscover personal strengths and help find a "core" or "root" that may have felt lost or distant. I commend you for stepping into vulnerability.
If you've felt lost, frustrated or feel no one quite "gets you", you are welcome here. As a trauma informed and DBT focused therapist, I believe in the power shame reduction can have in peoples lives, alongside building concrete skills, and unlearning narratives that no longer serve us. I often see clients who may feel at odds with themselves and want to adapt or grow their ability to handle distress. Although change can be uncomfortable, I work alongside clients to rediscover personal strengths and help find a "core" or "root" that may have felt lost or distant. I commend you for stepping into vulnerability.
I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to disempower the challenges you are facing. Our conversations will help you clarify your hopes and identify the tools needed to overcome the problems you are up against. I bring sensitivity and curiosity to foster a therapeutic space that feels safe and productive. I work with couples to strengthen communication, build trust, heal hurt, and break undesired habits. I support mothers, families and teens. I view this work as a privilege as I share in your experience of moving towards personal and relational fulfillment.
I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to disempower the challenges you are facing. Our conversations will help you clarify your hopes and identify the tools needed to overcome the problems you are up against. I bring sensitivity and curiosity to foster a therapeutic space that feels safe and productive. I work with couples to strengthen communication, build trust, heal hurt, and break undesired habits. I support mothers, families and teens. I view this work as a privilege as I share in your experience of moving towards personal and relational fulfillment.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I provide individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults using a psychodynamic approach that integrates CBT, ACT, and mindfulness skills to help tailor treatment to my clients's specific needs. My style is compassionate and trauma-informed to foster personal growth and healing. I strongly believe that improved insight can help shed light on unhelpful responses to stress and relationship patterns, thus, leading to a more productive and fulfilling life.
LifeSpan Counseling & Psychological Services offers services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I provide individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults using a psychodynamic approach that integrates CBT, ACT, and mindfulness skills to help tailor treatment to my clients's specific needs. My style is compassionate and trauma-informed to foster personal growth and healing. I strongly believe that improved insight can help shed light on unhelpful responses to stress and relationship patterns, thus, leading to a more productive and fulfilling life.
Is your child experiencing feelings of sadness or anxiety that have begun to impact everyday life and activities? Is your child stressed about school, avoiding school or having trouble with friendships? Do they struggle with focus and attention to the point that it impacts grades as well as relationships? I can help with identifying and managing strong emotions through the development of new coping tools and strategies. I offer a positive and encouraging space to support my clients in acquiring new skills, adapting to and managing life’s changes and bringing out strengths and abilities.
Is your child experiencing feelings of sadness or anxiety that have begun to impact everyday life and activities? Is your child stressed about school, avoiding school or having trouble with friendships? Do they struggle with focus and attention to the point that it impacts grades as well as relationships? I can help with identifying and managing strong emotions through the development of new coping tools and strategies. I offer a positive and encouraging space to support my clients in acquiring new skills, adapting to and managing life’s changes and bringing out strengths and abilities.
Online Therapy for Couples and Adults with proven results for 12+ years. You want to build intimacy with your partner, don't you? Call me today! I use the most effective techniques to help relationships like yours transform for the better. Stop the endless cycle of arguing and feeling defensive or on edge. Rebuild trust! Sessions happen online over video. This is a safe space where we will practice skills to enhance the quality and connectedness of your relationships. Also learn coping skills for stress and anxiety to calm your racing thoughts, improve your relationships, and feel more relaxed.
Online Therapy for Couples and Adults with proven results for 12+ years. You want to build intimacy with your partner, don't you? Call me today! I use the most effective techniques to help relationships like yours transform for the better. Stop the endless cycle of arguing and feeling defensive or on edge. Rebuild trust! Sessions happen online over video. This is a safe space where we will practice skills to enhance the quality and connectedness of your relationships. Also learn coping skills for stress and anxiety to calm your racing thoughts, improve your relationships, and feel more relaxed.
Reaching out for help can be difficult. It takes courage, vulnerability and hope to seek support and be open to seeing things from a new perspective. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and family coping. I help clients find greater fulfillment from life and their relationships. My therapeutic style is collaborative, warm, empathetic, culturally sensitive, strength-based and client-centered. As a former medical social worker in oncology, I am experienced in helping families cope through the many emotional and practical challenges a medical diagnosis and treatment can bring.
Reaching out for help can be difficult. It takes courage, vulnerability and hope to seek support and be open to seeing things from a new perspective. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and family coping. I help clients find greater fulfillment from life and their relationships. My therapeutic style is collaborative, warm, empathetic, culturally sensitive, strength-based and client-centered. As a former medical social worker in oncology, I am experienced in helping families cope through the many emotional and practical challenges a medical diagnosis and treatment can bring.
Erika Figgers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2013. She has a Masters of Social Work from Indiana University. Erika has experience working with individuals impacted by mental health, trauma, substance abuse, HIV, grief/loss, and homelessness. She is passionate about her work because she feels everyone has the capacity to learn, change, and create a better quality of life. Erika approaches her clients with holistic counseling to look at all areas of their life to create strategies to meet their needs.
Erika Figgers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2013. She has a Masters of Social Work from Indiana University. Erika has experience working with individuals impacted by mental health, trauma, substance abuse, HIV, grief/loss, and homelessness. She is passionate about her work because she feels everyone has the capacity to learn, change, and create a better quality of life. Erika approaches her clients with holistic counseling to look at all areas of their life to create strategies to meet their needs.
My approach as a therapist is warm, kind, and relatable. Recognizing that therapy can be a difficult step to make I strive to help you navigate through the problems that are causing stress or pain. Whether you are looking for help for yourself or your child I am dedicated to helping explore what is preventing you in moving forward in life. I work with individuals with a variety of issues ranging from anxiety and depression to parenting issues and childhood behavioral problems.
My approach as a therapist is warm, kind, and relatable. Recognizing that therapy can be a difficult step to make I strive to help you navigate through the problems that are causing stress or pain. Whether you are looking for help for yourself or your child I am dedicated to helping explore what is preventing you in moving forward in life. I work with individuals with a variety of issues ranging from anxiety and depression to parenting issues and childhood behavioral problems.
In seeking therapy and asking for help, you have already taken the most difficult step in this work. Change is hard. I like to begin therapy by honoring your expertise on your own experience. Reintroducing clients to themselves through collaborative work can clarify values, and their connection or disconnection, between their internal compass and behaviors. I believe society fosters a narrow understanding of health and wellbeing. As a result, people suffer — feeling marginalized, untethered, and unfulfilled. My clinical approach is designed to support you in creating a practical toolkit that will help you make changes in life.
In seeking therapy and asking for help, you have already taken the most difficult step in this work. Change is hard. I like to begin therapy by honoring your expertise on your own experience. Reintroducing clients to themselves through collaborative work can clarify values, and their connection or disconnection, between their internal compass and behaviors. I believe society fosters a narrow understanding of health and wellbeing. As a result, people suffer — feeling marginalized, untethered, and unfulfilled. My clinical approach is designed to support you in creating a practical toolkit that will help you make changes in life.
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Number of Therapists in Oak Park, IL
600+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Oak Park, IL who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 78% | Relationship Issues |
| 71% | Self Esteem |
| 68% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Grief |
| 65% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 94% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 66% | Aetna |
| 50% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Oak Park, IL see their clients
| 72% | In Person and Online | |
| 28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |