Therapists in Shorewood, IL

What? Me go to therapy? Yep. Every car functions better with a tune-up! I am the Founder and Owner of Compassionate Counseling. The practice was given this name because that is what I offer clients who are seeking professional help. The predominant specialty of my practice is treating those with gender identity concerns or sexual orientation issues. I am proud to have founded the first-ever professionally facilitated support group for transgender individuals in Illinois. I am also committed to helping those who have survived the loss of a loved one through death or the death of a relationship, as well as those have survived trauma.

I am an experienced child & family therapist who has worked in a variety of settings. I have chosen to focus on this age group as I recognize there is a great need for therapists who specialize in working with children since the pandemic. I utilize a number of therapeutic modes to help the child who is struggling with anxiety, ADHD, family problems and stress. Please give me a call to learn more about how I can help your child and/or family.

Adult individuals and couples seeking help – Deciding to take the first step to make changes in your life can be overwhelming. We will work together to build a trusting safe relationship and environment. Building our therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone to working toward the true permanent changes you are seeking. I believe in a holistic approach that explores all aspects of your life to find root causes, collaborate a direction/treatment plan, set goals, and continue our collaboration toward reaching your goals.

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As solution-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

This agency works with age 3 through adulthood, dealing with numerous issues and diagnoses. We work with Depression, Anxiety, Bi-polar Disorder, PTSD, ADHD, Autism, Asperger's Syndrom, Personality Disorders,Grief/Loss, Marriage/Couples/Family Conflicts, Sexual Abuse/Assault, Children and Adolescent Problems

Whitney is the Director of Associates in Professional Counseling’s High Conflict Mediation Institute division which helps families struggling through divorce. She is a certified Mediator, trained at Northwestern University and a certified Parent Coordinator for the courts. As a Parent Coordinator, Whitney assists parents in creating a healthy co-parenting relationship by reducing conflict and making decisions in the children's best interest. She also provides Reunification therapy which aims to reintroduce a parent (or parents) back into a child’s life in a safe and controlled manner.

I have a passion for helping individuals who have been wounded physically, emotionally and spiritually to become whole and restored. During my professional career I have worked with individuals of all ages who suffer from traumatic experiences, mood disorders, chronic illness, grief and loss, crisis intervention and a host of other issues. I am a certified premarital/marital counseling facilitator with PREPARE/ENRICH. I am also a Board Certified Telemental Health provider which allows me to provide counseling via Video calls.

I see children, adolescents and adults for individual therapy and couples therapy. I utilize a client centered approach where I give unconditional positive regard to my clients in a non-judgmental therapeutic setting. I have seen clients meet their treatment goals and develop positive coping skills to effectively manage their distressing symptoms. The greatest gift of therapy is the therapeutic alliance between the therapist and the client that elicits change and allows the client to use the tools that they have learned to make lifelong gains.

I offer expert, compassionate, individualized counseling to help clients find insight into their feelings, behavior and relationships.

Committing to starting therapy can be hard. I will work side by side with you to identify what's not working and how to make healthy changes. I strive to make the therapy process as enjoyable and positive as possible and I recognize the importance of respecting your time and goals in treatment. I have over 10 years of experience in the field working with adults and teens who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and addiction related issues. I have extensive experience working with first responders and within the criminal justice system. I look forward to collaborating with you!

Taking the first step to begin the counseling process can be a difficult one, as the decision to make changes in your life can be overwhelming. I believe in providing a safe, caring and compassionate environment for my clients that enables them to acquire the skills they need to lead a fulfilling life. Utilizing cognitive-behavioral and play therapies, I assist clients with identifying obstacles they wish to overcome in their lives. I strive to establish a supportive, trusting and collaborative relationship with my clients to assist them in reaching their goals.

I have provided counseling in a wide range of settings including schools, group homes, and agencies. Prior to entering private practice, I had over seven years of experience in the child welfare system working with children, adults, and families involved in foster care. In working with clients heavily impacted by trauma, I have had the opportunity to treat a vast array of mental health conditions including but not limited to Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), attachment problems, adjustment disorders, behavior/conduct problems, ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-injury, interpersonal problems, and grief/bereavement.

My interest as a licensed therapist in private practice is based on my background and experience. I have a master's degree from Loyola University in social work. I have gained well-rounded experience working with children, families, couples, and single adults in various settings which include schools, and psychiatric inpatient/outpatient hospitals. I also have great experience working with those who have experienced traumatic events that have impacted their quality of life. I also have extensive experience in depression and anxiety disorders. I dont just look at short term relief, but also get to the origins of where they stem from