Grief Therapists in Saint Charles, IL

Difficulty sleeping, emotional numbness, relationship difficulties, general life stress, a sense of loss , extreme worry, guilt or shame? Do any of these sound familiar? Life is struggle but life is also joy, vibrancy, and purpose. Using person-centered, solution focused and a trauma-informed approach, I can help you get back on the path. Working as a police officer for 30 years, I learned how to help with cumulative stress, burnout and just feeling like giving up. I am not afraid of the tough stuff. I offer confidential support to First Responders as well as confidential wellness checks for officers and departmental staff.

After 10 years in marketing, I pursued my calling to work with individuals, couples and families as they re-imagine their lives and relationships. Together, we address concerns like anxiety, chronic illness, grief , marital issues and family conflict. I also work with postpartum depression including traumatic births and parents of children with special needs. I know that taking a step into the unknown can be scary and overwhelming, but I believe that beginning this journey will change your life.

For over a decade I have worked with Adult and Adolescent Patients coping with various Life Challenges. I maintain a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my Patients as they negotiate their identified challenge areas. Specific areas of focus within my practice are Life Stage Challenges; Grief and Loss ; Fertility and Postpartum; and Anxiety and Depression. Over the last five years, I have incorporated Animal Assisted Psychotherapy with my Canine Co-therapists. While not all sessions are appropriate for Animal Assisted Psychotherapy, the addition of Canine Co-therapists has been met with positive feedback.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified School Social Worker. Joy enjoys working with children, adults, seniors, and multicultural populations.

Lori brings a holistic perspective to mental health. She understands that healing is dynamic and provides a mind-body-spirit approach. Lori specializes in clinical hypnosis which can bring about profound changes in many areas of a person’s life. Lori also specializes in EMDR, Pet Therapy, cognitive-behavioral and movement therapy. Lori offers an accepting and non-judgmental environment welcome to those of all races, ethnicities, sexual orientation, and gender identities. Lori treats clients of all ages. Lori has a Masters in Clinical Social Work from the U. of North Dakota.

I have over 30 years of clinical experience working with adults, adolescents,the LGBTQ community and also specialize in couples and family therapy. My areas of particular interest include relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, grief , post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual abuse, and addiction. I believe it's important to work openly with issues of faith and spirituality as they naturally emerge during the process of therapy. I value kindness, openness, curiosity and humor as these qualities shape my approach to both therapy and life.

Experiences of grief and loss occur throughout the life span.The response to these experiences is unique and personal. I believe everyone has a story which is important to tell. As a therapist I work to create a trusting environment in which to tell that story. It is in the understanding of the story one can discover solutions to problems, acceptance of the past and hope for the future.

This beautiful journey we call life is often met with challenges that can make us question ourselves, feel overwhelmed and leave us unsure of where to turn to next. Perhaps you're struggling with anxiety or depression, just suffered the loss of a loved one or you're in the thick of navigating your new world as a parent. Whether your situation, know that with support and perseverance, you have the capacity to heal and live the life you imagined. I genuinely enjoy listening to people's life stories and believe every person deserves an authentic and empathic space where they can feel heard, understood and empowered.

Are you struggling to cope with the death of a loved one? Have you experienced recent trauma? Maybe you're feeling anxious, depressed, or just not sure how to manage life anymore? Maybe you're feeling unsatisfied in your job or relationship. I can help you cope and get a handle on life again. I can help you learn how to get your needs met, feel in control, love yourself wholly, and thrive! Simply call me today to schedule a free, 15-minute consultation to see how we can work together.

Do you feel stuck, alone, confused and/or at a loss ? You do not have to walk alone. Life presents various seasons of joys, struggles, grief , and other emotional challenges. I am committed and passionate about serving you regardless of your background so that you can experience greater insight, healing, hope, significance, and health in your life's journey. I seek to provide a safe, empathic, collaborative, and challenging space to explore all the issues, patterns, values, goals, and evidence-based solutions through various integrated modalities. I look forward to serving you so you can grow and flourish each day!

No, I don't think you are the same as anyone else. I don't think I have all the answers. I don't even know you yet. What I do know, is that I am willing to work with you to change the course of the next chapter of your life. I know that I truly appreciate the uniqueness of your life story. I know I want to help you meet YOUR goals, not the goals someone else has for you. I know that together we could create something different if you are tired of every day being the same.

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 developing the capacity for emotion regulation, learning to self-soothe, assertiveness training, and building insight into the self. Dr. Emily Frey provides a warm, genuine, empathic environment for clients, while fostering sensitivity and vulnerability.

Therapeutic interventions include integrative approaches along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Psycho-Education, as well as Eastern philosophical tenets, and EMDR. If you deal with Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Addiction issues, a Trauma history, Dissociative Disorders or Personality Disorders, you will receive competent, compassionate and empathic care. Treatment needs can be met through individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and/or group therapy. Other issues that I can help you with are Eating Disorders, Weight management, Pain management/somatic issues. as well as Grief / Loss issues. Check out my Facebook page "Nancy Krtek Mind/Body Practitioner."

I am passionate about helping individuals navigate through the healing process of trauma and the different symptoms that trauma brings to an individuals’ life, such as depression, PTSD, anxiety disorder, low self-esteem, and substance abuse, to name a few. If you are struggling with the journey of infertile and infant loss , please know that you are not alone and that there is help for you and your family.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Utilizing a compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative approach, I work with clients to increase self-awareness and identify and express emotions and develop healthy coping skills in order to build a more positive relationship with themselves and those around them. I believe therapy is a shared experience in which we talk through the difficult topics together in order to find healing. I utilize a Relational approach, to help adults identify patterns of relationships throughout their lives while identifying positive support systems.

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.

Making the decision to seek help can be a monumental task and selecting the right therapist can be challenging. I can provide you with a therapeutic relationship that will feel safe and collaborative so that it can serve as the basis for healing. My goal is to work with you in assessing your strengths, exploring challenges, working to overcome barriers, and returning you to a peaceful and productive state. I will work with you to create a treatment plan that suits your personality and needs. Sometimes, all you need are the right words at the right time to change how you see the world…including yourself.

Are you a parent of a youth who struggles with behavioral difficulties, anxiety, sadness, low self-esteem or concentration? I am here to support you and guide your family from frustration and power struggles to emotionally balanced, calm & well connected family who laughs together. I believe that the healing process starts by building and restoring healthy connections, boundaries, trust and playfulness. Keeping these four elements in mind, my clinical focus is on guiding children and their parents, who have experienced balance disturbing events in life (trauma, grief , divorce, stress, change of schools), into well being again.