Optum Therapists in Palatine, IL

I believe that even the littlest of moments can be deeply meaningful, that mistakes are sometimes the best way to learn, and that we have the power to create our own destinies. It is my belief that change happens at the level of movement, making therapy an active, conscious process. As a therapist, I view my role as that of a co-pilot. Together, we will navigate your therapeutic journey in a way that is empowering and right for you. I specialize in school-aged children/teens, emotional and behavioral disorders, LGBTQ youth, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with more than 20 years of experience working with adolescents and adults. I believe my approach is effective in helping individuals make important changes on their way to creating a life of joy and peace. My training was based in cognitive-behavioral techniques to support client strengths, and focus on his or her needs in a collaborative and safe, present-focused environment.

Your relationship with family, friends, work and, of course, yourself is of the most importance. I believe there is no good reason for you to be alone with grief, insecurity, low self-esteem, shame, loneliness, fear, worry, and anxiety. Reaching-out for help could be the most courageous gift you could give yourself. I would be honored to help you through these struggles. I would like to give you the very best individual psychotherapy. I do not offer a "band aid" approach to therapy, meaning, the process to feeling better is one that requires a confidential, authentic, and meaningful relationship with me.

Being in the present, being aware of your surroundings and of yourself, is essential to grow, learn, and heal from trauma and dissociative disorders. As you are in the present moment, the past is behind you and the future is ahead of you. It is important to be present because trauma, stress, illness, and dissociative issues keep us from feeling aware and whole. Therapy is an important space to explore many aspects within an individual’s life. As a trained EMDR, IFS, CBT, and DBT therapist, I hope to foster a comfortable, open-minded, trusting, and understanding environment to explore and process fragmented pieces of the self.

If you’re an ambitious student, athlete, or educator it’s very common to feel anxious, overwhelmed, and burnt out. You’re probably exhausted, and you might be feeling lost or unmotivated in the classes, sports, or work you once enjoyed. You’re likely juggling a million things at once, neglecting your own needs, and possibly turning to unhealthy ways of coping. The pressure to be perfect and to please everyone else is so heavy that your focus and performance might be slipping more than ever before. You realize this isn't sustainable and that something needs to change, but you feel stuck.

I enjoy working with individuals of all ages including geriatrics. The majority of my experience has been with children and adolescents with emotional disorders, behavioral disorders, autism, and PANS/ PANDAS. I have experience working with individuals with traumatic stress. I am effective at helping individuals cope with major and minor life stresses. I perform diagnostic evaluations for individuals of all ages including cognitive, emotional, and personality assessment that can be used to inform therapeutic intervention and gain resources outside of therapy. I am passionate about helping individuals of diverse backgrounds.

Marilyn Ferri, MS LCPC received her Masters Degree from Illinois State University in 1994. She is a licensed clinical professional counselor in the State of Illinois with over 25 years of experience working with older teens, emerging adults, older adults, couples, families, and groups of varying multicultural backgrounds. Marilyn incorporates evidence and research based therapeutic approaches which promote clients' healing processes by using mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic, and client centered therapeutic approaches.

I am licensed Clinical Psychologist. My mission is to help individuals uncover their true potential and lead lives that are more connected and fulfilling. I'm here to tell you that you don’t have to be controlled by your thoughts and you can bounce back from adverse life events. With cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), you can challenge the thoughts and behaviors that are holding you back. I want you to use your emotions instead of being used by them and to use your strengths to find and enjoy more things you are naturally good at. Becoming resilient will allow you to cope effectively with both negative and positive life events.

You are fully capable, worthy, & resilient. Don’t allow anyone to dim your light. Let us support your healing journey to restore safety & trust, boost self-esteem, regain personal power, diminish limiting beliefs, toxic relationships, and fears. Our team blends traditional and evidence based trauma-informed counseling, Brainspotting, meditation, clinical & spiritual hypnotherapy, empowered birth services, reiki & chakra energy balancing, yoga, shamanic journeying & soul retrieval, past life regression, career & life purpose, equine therapy, art/sound healing, chiropractic care, massage.

Do you suffer from intense emotions, experience difficulty regulating your stress in this chaotic, high speed environment? Do you have difficulty managing relationships, coping with life changes, and or regulating your moods? I have developed a practice helping children, adolescents, and adults bridge the gap between where they are and where they would like to be. I am passionate about helping others and provide encouragement to people trying to reach their goals. I ensure a safe environment for people to explore their thoughts and feelings and identify the tools that they need to improve their quality of life.

At Serenity, you will find a relaxed, warm, and nonjudgmental environment. Our practice is an inclusive practice, created to provide person-centered, strengths-based therapy to individuals, children, adolescents, and families. Our goal is to create, promote, and maintain positive bidirectional helping relationships with our clients, local hospitals, associates, and staff, and most importantly our community with the goal of self-sufficiency and community improvement and empowerment. No matter what you are facing, Serenity Counseling and Wellness has therapists who are passionate about helping you to feel resilient and calm.

A successful therapeutic relationship is based on trust, teamwork, compassion and empathy. I work attentively with couples or individuals in realizing their potential for positive change, and to help empower them to meet their therapeutic goals. I am comfortable using a variety of interventions that is tailored to meet each client's specific needs.

Hello, my name is Courtney Evans. I’m a passionate and caring Mental Health Therapist committed to helping teens, young adults, and adults create balance in their lives. I completed my M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in Chicago, IL at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. As a trauma-sensitive therapist, I work through an integrative lens when providing care. My clinical approach will vary depending on the client’s experiences, preferences, needs, strengths, and goals.

Traumatic events are painful and often result in wounds that can't be seen. I believe that understanding trauma and how trauma has affected you is the first step in healing from trauma. You don’t have to do this alone. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults – those who have experienced trauma and those who may be struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression. In addition, I also work with families experiencing separation or divorce. My goal is to help families effectively communicate while you try to figure out the emotional, physical, and custodial stressors that often accompany a divorce.

I am so inspired that you have begun the search to determine the best therapist fit for yourself, or a loved one. I believe that recognizing the need for mental health support and seeking therapy is an incredibly vulnerable step.  A step on your life journey that is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself!

People seek therapy for many different reasons. Sometimes, people need a healthy outlet for pent up emotions. Sometimes, people need help understanding their own psychological functioning or need help coping with intense emotions. I'm happy to help with everything in between. I believe that regardless of the reason for seeking therapy, there is always a place for it in my office. Therapy works best with people who are motivated to achieve a change, as do I.

I believe in providing a safe, compassionate and non­judgemental environment that allows clients to use their own strengths and insights to create positive and meaningful growth in their lives. Everyone has the ability to change painful experiences into resilience. Sometimes, we just need a helping hand to grab onto for guidance and support along the way.

Have you recently had an experience that turned your world upside down? You’re left feeling sad, anxious, irritable, and/or angry? Maybe your energy is low, your sleep is off, or you are consumed with memories that won’t stop re-playing in your mind? Difficult life experiences are inevitable, but you are capable of successfully navigating and overcoming them. You can learn to manage and lessen the emotional and physical responses you have to the challenges thrown your way. With support, you can learn what helps you to cope, what doesn’t, and what you need to do for yourself to move forward successfully.