Anxiety Therapists in Saint Charles, IL
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Jonathon M Gruszeczki
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have helped clients in overcoming depression and mood disorders, generalized
anxiety
,
panic
, social
anxiety
, stress management, adjustment periods, problems at work, attention, focus, gambling, men's issues, traumatic experiences, and other emotional and behavioral concerns.
Hello, I am a licensed clinician in the treatment of adults and adolescents. I find that regardless of the reasons a client seeks treatment, the most effective way of bringing healing relief is a comfortable and respectful relationship. My clients have described me as light-hearted, professional, and caring. A decision to enter into therapy is deciding to take a first step toward an improved quality of life. I try to keep this idea in the forefront with my clients when we work together to create specialized treatment plans toward achieving their goals.

Jennifer (JJ) Blandford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with children, teens and adults to address
anxiety
, depression, relationship challenges, self doubt and grief.
Do you find yourself in challenging relationships? Or do you find yourself struggling to break a pattern of behavior you've tried to conquer for years? Do feelings of grief and loss weigh you down? Or have you lost hope that your problem could be resolved? Whatever challenges might bring you to a place of seeking support, I am willing to partner with you as you journey to seek healing and restoration. I believe change happens when people are given the support they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling, meaningful lives.

Paul R Sather
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in dealing with depression,
anxiety
, relationship issues, and addiction, which often includes addressing issues of spirituality, control and identity.
For 3 decades I have been privileged to help clients find meaning in their lives. Perhaps you are overwhelmed with sadness, worry, fear or hopelessness. Perhaps there is a relationship where you feel stuck, or out of control. I am committed to help you find peace and manage life's challenges. There is no greater honor than helping you move through the difficult times in your life. With a solid background of training other therapists and working with people from all kinds of life circumstances, I offer evidence based therapy and assessment for a wide range of concerns.

Megan Orr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified
Verified
Whether you are looking for a safe space to explore your gender or sexuality, manage
anxiety
or heal trauma, continue reading. Whether these are issues that are impacting you personally or as a couple, you will have a non-judgmental space to work on them as we partner to find solutions for you. If you experiencing grief or loss, we can process and find tools to help you get through it. If you are struggling with your self-image, I will help you look for your truth. I also provide LCSW supervision and enjoy providing therapy to other therapists.

Jackie Graff
Counselor, MA, LCPC, PMH-C
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I specialize in women's mental health, including but not limited to,
anxiety
, OCD and perinatal mood and
anxiety
disorders. I am a Certified Perinatal Mental Health therapist, through Postpartum Support International. Providing therapy to women who are struggling during pregnancy, postpartum and infertility and loss is a main focus of my treatment. I also hold certifications in both domestic violence and sexual assault crisis intervention. Additionally, I have extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), effective for both
anxiety
and OCD.

Karen Hammond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you living with
anxiety
, depression, post traumatic stress or some other mental health issue? Welcome! I have a passion for bringing healing and improving individual's ability to fully embrace life. My goal is to meet each client where they currently are on their journey, with no judgement, using customized treatment while providing guidance to help clients find relief from the challenges they are experiencing. I look forward to working with you to enhance your quality of life.

Danielle Slyder
Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Danielle is here to empower families and adults who are experiencing
anxiety
, depression, trauma reactions, ADHD, behavioral issues, and many other struggles. Danielle supports individuals with whom need support surrounding gender and sexual orientation (LGBTQ+ community). She also has experience working with individuals whom are in foster care or have been adopted.

Mary B McMillan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, QMRP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Thank you for reading my profile. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have experience working with adults, children, couples and families. I absolutely love what I do! Helping people make positive changes in their lives is the best job I could ask for.
I use an integrative approach, combining cognitive behavioral and short-term solution focused therapy. Other therapeutic modalities based on assessment and presenting need of the individual.
My clients come with a wide range of psychological and interpersonal problems. This includes depression,
anxiety
, addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, parenting concerns, and problems related to aging and loss.

Kijuana Boulrece
Counselor, MBA, LCPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Anxious? Depressed? Conflicted? What experiences have shaped your life? Whether you are faced with issues related to
anxiety
, depression, couple distress, parenting issues, or TRAUMA- there is HOPE. Life has adversity. It is not so much as "what happened to you", but how adversity is processed within yourself. My desire is to help clients regain hope, heal, feel less anxious, more secure, and become UNSTUCK. I desire to help my clients understand the root issues that cause emotional and psychological distress to develop a stronger sense of self so that they can live a more fulfilled life. Just remember that you matter.

Jacqueline Marshall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you dealing with life stressors that are leaving you feeling overwhelmed and confused? Maybe your feelings of
anxiety
and depression are causing so much emotional distress that it is affecting your job, school work, and/or relationships. Allow me to help you gain understanding and find solutions to improving your functioning and feeling better.

Lisa Naatz
Psychologist, PsyD, ABSNP
Verified
Verified
At Hesed Psychological Services we provide excellent neuropsychological assessment and therapy services across the lifespan. We strive to help each client understand the implications of the neuropsychological test data in each particular life situation (work, school, home). We have years of experience not only in the work of neuropsychology but also in the training of others in this work. Our areas of competence/specialization include learning disability, autism, dyslexia, ADHD, academic concerns, memory concerns, dementia (including Alzheimer's disease), stroke, epilepsy, TBI, depression, and
anxiety
.
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Mary Chiappetta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW, ACSW
Verified
Verified
Conflict with your partner or spouse? Unproductive communication? Recurrent episodes of
anxiety
or depressed mood? Overconsumption of alcohol and/or substances in an attempt to self medicate against your out of control emotions? These and many other mental health challenges are both treatable and resolvable. In my 35+ years as a therapist to residents of the greater Fox Valley area I have observed that most of my clients choose therapy when they have utilized and exhausted all coping tools and problem solving strategies. As therapist it is my role to facilitate the increase of both coping tools and problem solving skills.

Kathy Jack
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I have experience in the areas of depression/
anxiety
, shame, self-worth issues, eating disorders, co-dependency, grief/loss, spiritual development and the role that has in healing.
I enjoy helping those on a journey toward better self-awareness around their emotional life, satisfaction in relationships, and getting through what seems stuck. Counseling is a place to feel safe to explore difficult relationships or past or current trauma. I want my clients to feel advocated for, and to find a deeper understanding of self and gain insight into how our past affects present relationships and struggles. Finding your true-self is so important. Skill building and assertiveness training are also a part of the therapy I do. My experience for the last 22 years has been in individual therapy with kids, teens, and adults.

Craig Ritchie
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
Do you feel like you're stuck? Or that it is difficult to manage your life or emotions? It is not easy to take the first step in seeking therapy but it can honestly change your life in the ways you are hoping. If you are struggling to find energy, motivation, quality relationships, or purpose, now is the time to take that first step to help yourself. This includes working through trauma, adjusting to life transitions, dealing with
anxiety
, learning how to cope and self-soothe, and building the skills to handle life more effectively. He has a passion for working with veterans and trauma.
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Katherine Schaefer Berg, Ph.D., P.C.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Reaching out for help can be a difficult first step. It takes courage to address challenges in life that seem to keep us stuck. I believe therapy is a process by which one can in a safe and supportive environment face emotional struggles and work toward living a life that is valuable and fulfilling. I work with a variety of concerns including depression, grief and loss,
anxiety
, self-harm, emotion management, eating disorders, and life transitions such as adjustment to parenthood. I have a unique specialty and interest in treating chronic depression.

Barr Counseling & Associates, LTD
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with all age groups and issues from major trauma, depression and
anxiety
to the challenges, stressors and losses that arise in daily life.
I work from a collaborative approach to therapy, and view the therapeutic relationship as a journey that we embark upon together, as a team. I am down-to-earth, genuine, loyal and honest. Most of my clients tell me I am a lot like them or a "real" person. I believe in, promote and teach a work/life balance that people desire. My approach is client-centered yet interactive. I believe in the"Golden Rule"; treat others how you would want to be treated. I also love to laugh! Although therapy can be difficult at times, it can be fun.

Diana Zilly LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LCPC, CCTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Working online only (no in-person visits). I help people overcome
anxiety
, emotional eating, burnout, stress, and grief by combining traditional talk therapy with holistic methods such as mindfulness, meditation, self-hypnosis, EFT tapping. I like to get to the heart of the matter, and deepen a client's understanding of themselves in order to get them out of their old patterns and into sustainable wellness. I will help you find out your health insurance benefits. Without insurance it's $80 per session at a budget-minded pace. I offer a free consultation to every new client to help plan. I don't take Medicaid or Medicare.
Waitlist for new clients

Holly K Orcutt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about providing the best evidence-based treatments for trauma & PTSD as well as
anxiety
disorders (http://psychologicaltreatments.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" —Mary Oliver. I am privileged to join people on their journey to expand their lives. I approach therapy with plenty of warmth, humor and compassion.

Sarah Anne Creasor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
Taking the first step takes a lot of courage. Wherever you are on your journey to a more authentic, healthy you, I can help. My warm, caring approach combines compassion, trust, and strength-based practices to provide a safe, judgment-free environment for individuals and families to learn and grow. Together, we can set short/long term goals, identify negative thought and behavior patterns, develop a variety of coping skills, and gain new insight with each session. I provide services to children, adolescents, and adults. I also offer group sessions. My areas of expertise include
anxiety
, depression, mood disorders, stress & time

Cheryl Davidson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
l work with persons dealing with Depression,
Anxiety
, Trauma, Grief and Loss, Bipolar Disorder, Anger Management, Stress Management, Self Esteem, Relationship Communications, Co-Dependancy, and Divorce. The therapeutic strategies that I utilize are evidence-based such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Along with client input, I help you to develop coping strategies and new skills to mitigate current stressors, improve self-compassion, cultivate a sense of self-value and increase resiliency.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.