Adults Therapists in Shelby County, IL

We currently have a waitlist. Do you want to conquer your biggest challenges, achieve your wellness goals, and develop effective strategies to improve the way you manage your emotions and your relationships? Improving your mental health means that you will have a happier and more fulfilling life. It means that you will have better overall health and a more positive outlook on life. Our professional counselors can help you improve your life in a number of ways including developing new skills, processing your emotions in a safe and nonjudgmental setting with a trained professional, as well as setting and achieving your personal goals.

I am a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Illinois, and I am also a trained EMDR therapist. I am experienced working with children, teens, and adults who are seeking counseling for a wide range of emotional and life experiences. I particularly enjoying working with children and teens. I am comfortable with and supportive of individuals who are on the spectrum or neuro divergent. I am driven to work with individuals who have experienced trauma of any kind, and I am particularly called to work with Police Officers, Medical Personnel, or other First Responders who are highly impacted by what they experience at work.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), in the State of Washington. I have a career experience in a variety of mental health work-related duties and environments, inpatient/outpatient/telehealth atmospheres, and a variation of different degrees of counseling positions over the past 30 years. A majority of my professional counseling experiences has included working in mental health community agencies, and within the public-school system, providing an array of services working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My current practice only offers Telehealth Therapy Sessions. (ADHD, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety).

I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Champaign, Illinois committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. I'm passionate about helping first-generation college students, young professionals, and adults from culturally diverse backgrounds achieve their personal, relational, academic, and career goals. I have 15-years of experience helping individuals with depression, anxiety, stress/panic, trauma, relationship issues, college stressors, career issues, life transitions, and cultural identity concerns.

I provide therapy/counseling services for individuals age 12 and older, couples, and families. I have over 9 years of experience providing clinical services to both adults and adolescents in residential, inpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient settings. I have experience treating eating disorders, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, interpersonal/relationship issues, existential concerns/life transitions, as well as other concerns/issues.

Life can often involve a series of setbacks, transitions, difficulties, and challenges that can cause us to feel stuck or lost. My aim is to help clients identify not only what they wish to change or problems they hope to address but also build self-acceptance and self-compassion. I have significant experience working with young adults and college-aged clients but also see adult and adolescent clients. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, identity exploration, grief/loss, or relationship concerns, I will collaborate with you to work towards your goals.

The decision to seek out a therapist is an important first step towards positively addressing conflicts, managing distress, and learning to cope with negative or overwhelming feelings. Our team of therapists bring years of therapy experience. We work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who are Deaf or come from Deaf families (includes hearing family/friends who sign). We provide a supportive, nurturing environment. We use a multimodal approach incorporating mind-body therapies with evidence-based treatments.

I have experience working with a wide variety of age groups and a diverse population of people. I specialize in working with teens, adults, and families, treating anxiety, life adjustments, chronic illness, problems at school and life transitions. I mainly work with CBT but also incorporate play therapy, strengths-based approaches, and mindfulness.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and have experience working with adolescents, college students, adults, and families in both community mental health and private practice settings. I feel comfortable saying that most people can benefit from therapy whether they are experiencing difficulties or transitions. If a person has never seen a therapist, I certainly understand that taking the first step can be a little frightening. My goal as a therapist is to relieve that fear and help clients discover that investing in themselves can be rewarding. I am passionate about empowering clients to make their desired change

Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.

Taking the first step reaching out to a counselor can be difficult, however, Ashley loves meeting new people and quickly is able to put people at ease. She finds great enjoyment hearing other people’s stories. Her approach with children and teens includes a lot of humor and is lighthearted with lots of play and silliness. Her approach with adults is unconditional positive regard seeing them through the lens of grace. She always offers encouragement and hope with a side of gentle challenging of unhealthy patterns.

I am passionate about working with women that struggle with symptoms of anxiety and depression. Navigating motherhood, work and balancing all that life throws our way can be challenging. I provide a safe space for individuals to be their authentic self, teach methods of coping with emotions and support setting healthy boundaries to increase overall self-confidence. I also enjoy working with adolescents/teens and young adults that struggle with impulsivity, identifying and managing emotions, and learning ways of coping with challenges that they may face in school, at home or in the community.

Each experience of therapy can be unique. Maybe you’re navigating big life changes or want support to increase self-awareness and growth or you’ve noticed that difficult experiences from your past still affect you and need help to find healing. Maybe you feel alone and confused, struggling to find your spiritual or life path after being hurt. We can work together to find the best approach for your needs. I truly believe that you are the expert in your own life, so I approach therapy in a collaborative way, using careful listening and support to help each person listen to their own inner guidance and make full use of their strengths.

Accepting new clients! My passion is working with children and adolescents that have experienced trauma and assisting them in identifying their strengths to achieve progress. I additionally assist with behavioral struggles, ADHD, anxiety, and many others. I also work with parents and families to build knowledge, education, and support for child!

It is no secret that mental distress can be a devastating roadblock in life. It is my hope that together, we can create a completely safe and understanding environment in which we can work together toward achieving balance, implementing healthy coping strategies, and navigating life’s many obstacles toward growth. Therapy can be quite a daunting step to take for many, but I have no doubt in my mind that together, we can lay the foundation for personal growth.

I specialize in working with adolescents and adults. My approach to therapy involves establishing a solid foundation of trust and open communication with my clients. I am a firm believer in the power of collaboration and teamwork, where we work together to recognize your strengths and integrate them into your daily life. I employ a range of personalized interventions that are tailored to each individual's specific treatment goals. Initial contact via email is preferred.

Life is a journey filled with peaks and valleys, moments of overwhelming stress, and times of profound confusion. It's my passion to help people sort through their difficulties and move forward with clarity and peace of mind amid struggles. Our mental landscape profoundly shapes mood and behaviors. Sometimes we feel stuck, and need someone to listen or help us identify solutions to our problems.

Danielle Sakach, MA, LCPC, NCC, strongly believes her clients are not defined by their mental health symptoms and that anyone is capable of finding the personal power to meet their goals. She serves adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, anxiety, LGBTQI+ issues, personality disorders, autism, and more.

My ideal client is seeking relief from anxiety disorders (especially OCD, GAD, panic) across the age span. My hours flexible on an individual basis. I offer Christian-based counseling but can remain secular if desired. I individualize treatment by exploring an individual's strengths, support system, and goals through a cognitive-behavioral approach, including EXRP and EMDR