Therapists in Schaumburg, IL

As a trauma informed psychotherapist, I help individuals struggling with relationships, depression, anxieties, mood disorders, stress, panic attacks, emotions, certain behaviors, sexual and abuse history, goal setting and life adjustments and transitions. Many of my clients have experienced lots of emotional distress. Many are experiencing relationship issues they feel are insurmountable, flashbacks, Self- esteem, confidence and intimacy problems. They are looking to change, break cycles. They feel exhausted, nothing they tried on their own has worked. They are looking for direction, guidance and support. I'm here to help.

You deserve to smile, laugh, and not be held back by the pain of your past. If you feel like you've lost control of your life or who you used to be, I'd love to help you take back the reigns and help you feel more like yourself or maybe an even better version of yourself! Whether you are struggling with trauma from your past, depression, or anxiety, I want to help assist you in the process towards healing. While it may be difficult, the truth is that it’s never too late to find healing and move forward. You can be confident, strong, and proud of the person you are!

Relationship Solutions Center focuses on improving self-esteem and how self-esteem impacts your mental health concerns/disorder, developing a lifelong plan for managing your symptoms, understanding the factors that influenced your self-esteem and working to repair challenging and reframing your thoughts, strengthening your communication skills or learning to create and maintain healthy boundaries. Our specialties are Alternative Dispute Resolution, Alternative Sexualities, Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression), Depression and Relationship Counseling.

With each of my clients, I work to improve the quality of life beyond the most pressing issues. My approach is honest, direct, present and future focused, and goal oriented. As a therapist, I work with individuals and couples to help them overcome a range of psychological and emotional issues. I address my client's thought processes, feelings, and behavior to find new ways to deal with, and alleviate, distress. I have a special interest in Women's Issues including: self-esteem, anxiety, depression, parenting, relationships, career, and divorce.

I am passionate about helping people attain wholeness and healing through counseling, psycho-education and the therapeutic relationship. I like to treat people using a holistic approach, helping clients stabilize their moods, and build a capacity for hope, greater self-awareness, and resilience. I enjoy helping clients connect with self and others in a healthier way, strengthen both intrapersonal and interpersonal skills, grow in authenticity and live a fuller life.

My clinical experience shaped my desire to serve individuals who struggle with behaviors that create difficulty living life authentically and to its fullest. I have worked with individuals in a variety of settings which include community mental health clinics, private practice, substance abuse programs, and within the educational system conducting assessments. For therapy, I work with adult individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, relational/family distress, gender and racial exploration within the work environment, faith/spirituality, substance use with a special interest in first responders, military and veterans.

Our practice specializes in providing a supportive and empathic environment for those who present with relational difficulties, depression, anxiety, and other psychological problems. We provide treatment to those who have experienced relational trauma including childhood sexual abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and rape. We specialize in complex Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), dissociative disorders, substance abuse, conversion disorder, self-injury, eating disorders, and other co-morbid disorders. Our practice offers a variety of psychotherapy groups, and workshops for therapists and communities.

Taylor is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s in Counseling. Taylor has experience working with adults and young adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. She specializes in trauma-informed, holistic, mindfulness, DBT, and EMDR therapies with a strength- based approach.

Life can be overwhelming. Stress from relationships, work, school, family and health issues can be paralyzing at times. Friends and family can listen but often don’t know how to help. Large numbers of people silently carry the scars from childhood trauma and traumatic experiences in adulthood. Some wonder how they can get their lives back on track after the loss of a relationship, a financial setback, or decisions that they regret. They need an objective opinion from an educated professional who can compassionately sit with them in their pain and help them find a better way through the pain.

My role as a counselor is to help clients process their thoughts, behaviors, and emotions, assist them in developing effective coping strategies, and help to formulate clear, achievable goals to create positive, sustainable change in their lives. Counseling is a collaborative effort and I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential to achieving successful outcomes. In our work together, I will utilize various therapeutic interventions and knowledge in an effort to help all clients identify patterns, triggers, and behaviors that may be contributing to feelings of distress or discontent.

I have twelve years of experience providing therapy with adults, children, adolescents, and families. I strive to work with clients in a compassionate and collaborative way, to empower them to move beyond the challenges which keep them from living life abundantly. I use an eclectic approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy, to assist clients in finding solutions to their challenges.

For over 20 years I have been helping people deal with the stress in their lives that contributes to depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive behaviors, anger management, relationship and addiction problems. acute and chronic illness, such as cancer In overcoming stress, I use an interpersonal approach, combining both cognitive behavioral strategies, along with mind-body stress-reduction techniques, such as hypnosis and meditation training. When individuals improve their quality of life by reducing stress and dealing with underlying psychological problems, they are able to regain control over their lives,and have more meaningful relationships. I provide the following programs:Stress-Reduction for Emotional Distress,and for Acute and Chronic Illness,Group Therapy for Cancer Survivors, and Parent Coaching.

As a therapist, my passion has always been helping people become successful. We all have encountered some sort of mental health obstacle in our lives whether it be depression, anxiety, self-esteem, addiction, or grief. It can really set us off track and lose sight of where we want to be or even how to get there. I want to help you find your path again and get you going to where you want to be. I provide a safe and nurturing environment for my clients and take the extra time to build a strong and unique relationship with each one of them.

Covid-19 has changed the way many people work and want to work. I am passionate about helping people with every aspect of their careers. I specialize in career counseling and work with you to create new career paths, improve relationships in the workplace, and develop coping skills to help alleviate anxiety, depression, and racial battle fatigue. I have an extensive background in Human Resources and can understand problems you may be having at work from a unique standpoint. I provide a safe and non-judgmental place to discuss workplace issues while working with you to create viable solutions that help to achieve your goals.

Dr. Amanda Skierkiewicz specializes in working with pediatric clients with learning disabilities and difficulties, executive dysfunction, and social emotional challenges. Dr. Amanda is extremely passionate about her work in school advocacy and consultation. She worked as Nationally Certified School Psychologist in her previous role. Her role allowed her to establish an extensive knowledge of academic support systems, IEPs, and 504s. This background also allows for a seamless integration of evaluation results and findings into practical, school-friendly recommendations for interventions to maximize each individual’s potential.

After studying human nature and offering psychotherapy and executive consultation for more than 40 years, I decided to retire as of December 2018. In retiring, I offer the following. I realize that what people want is to live authentically, lovingly, and happily. The problem is that we have so many beliefs about life, relationships, and work that don't result in the outcomes we want. Because these beliefs are so widely held, we do not recognize that there are more effective ways to live. The people I have worked with come to realize and utilize ways of thinking, relating, and working that result in much happier effective lives.

Taking the first step to improve your life can feel difficult and daunting, especially when you live with anxiety and fear. But I believe that every single person has the strength and capability to create positive changes in their life. I strive to provide a caring and open space for my clients, so they can begin to break down the barriers they face on the path to achieving their goals. With extensive experience in the field providing treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, and PTSD, I work to provide supportive and understanding therapy to meet each client's individual needs.

I am passionate about helping children, teens, and adults feel more confident in certain areas of their lives and reach their greatest potential. My role is to help you navigate the challenges that make it difficult for you to live a more fulling life.

NNI subscribes to the BioPsychoSocial Model of health and illness. We focus on the interaction of the environment with the person and question the "chemical imbalance" (disease) model to understand behavioral/mental health issues. Always seeking to meet the needs of our clients/patients --- especially in view of the COVID-19 Pandemic --- we have begun to offer HIPAA Compliant, safe, confidential Telepsychology sesssions via Doxy.me. Psychotherapy/Counseling and Neuropsychological Testing sessions are offered now in 2020 via your own computer or iPad in the safety and comfort of your home or office. Feel "connected" with us!