Female Therapists in Westmont, IL
Together, we can take mind-boggling considerations that may be weighing on you and break them down into smaller, more manageable pieces. My passion is helping find solutions to reduce anxiety and sadness, build confidence, create healthier boundaries and enhance personal and professional relationships. I listen respectfully with warmth and positivity as concerns are heard, more effective communication strategies explored and clearer ways forward created.
Together, we can take mind-boggling considerations that may be weighing on you and break them down into smaller, more manageable pieces. My passion is helping find solutions to reduce anxiety and sadness, build confidence, create healthier boundaries and enhance personal and professional relationships. I listen respectfully with warmth and positivity as concerns are heard, more effective communication strategies explored and clearer ways forward created.
Sylwia is ready to walk alongside you as you prepare to address difficult challenges in your life. She graduated with her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from National Louis University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Sylwia knows that finding the right fit in a therapist is most important for working on vulnerable issues. Sylwia’s experience providing in-home mental health and emotional support as well as medical coaching to individuals prepares her to help you address issues including depression, anxiety, relationship conflict (individually, as a couple, or as a family), substance abuse issues, trauma, etc
Sylwia is ready to walk alongside you as you prepare to address difficult challenges in your life. She graduated with her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from National Louis University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Sylwia knows that finding the right fit in a therapist is most important for working on vulnerable issues. Sylwia’s experience providing in-home mental health and emotional support as well as medical coaching to individuals prepares her to help you address issues including depression, anxiety, relationship conflict (individually, as a couple, or as a family), substance abuse issues, trauma, etc
Danielle Hanisch is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who obtained her master's degree in Social Work with a specialization in Clinical Social Work from Aurora University. Danielle believes in the Biopsychosocial model to evaluate and counsel multiple areas that contribute to distressing thoughts and emotions. She strives to create a comfortable and safe environment where she can connect with individuals therapeutically and provide treatment by meeting the individual where they are at.
Danielle Hanisch is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who obtained her master's degree in Social Work with a specialization in Clinical Social Work from Aurora University. Danielle believes in the Biopsychosocial model to evaluate and counsel multiple areas that contribute to distressing thoughts and emotions. She strives to create a comfortable and safe environment where she can connect with individuals therapeutically and provide treatment by meeting the individual where they are at.
Seeking a therapist is a positive step in your pursuit to feel better. As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand that trauma does not discriminate and may present in several different forms. Research has shown that both “big T” (a single, terrible event) and “little t” trauma (daily stressors) can block the brain’s ability to process distressing events and have a profoundly negative impact on emotional, psychological, physical and spiritual well-being. Both of these types of traumas can lead to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, phobias, relationship issues, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or more.
Seeking a therapist is a positive step in your pursuit to feel better. As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand that trauma does not discriminate and may present in several different forms. Research has shown that both “big T” (a single, terrible event) and “little t” trauma (daily stressors) can block the brain’s ability to process distressing events and have a profoundly negative impact on emotional, psychological, physical and spiritual well-being. Both of these types of traumas can lead to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, phobias, relationship issues, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or more.
As a therapist, Marcia has a deep understanding of the unique needs of the BIPOC community and creates an inclusive and culturally sensitive environment for all. She specializes in supporting clients through grief, depression, and women’s issues, ensuring each individual feels safe, heard, and supported throughout their journey of growth and fulfillment. Outside the therapy room, Marcia enjoys line dancing, painting, reading, and immersing herself in music genres like smooth jazz, Afro beats, R&B, and classical. She also cherishes spending time with family and friends, playing old-school video games, and twirling flags.
As a therapist, Marcia has a deep understanding of the unique needs of the BIPOC community and creates an inclusive and culturally sensitive environment for all. She specializes in supporting clients through grief, depression, and women’s issues, ensuring each individual feels safe, heard, and supported throughout their journey of growth and fulfillment. Outside the therapy room, Marcia enjoys line dancing, painting, reading, and immersing herself in music genres like smooth jazz, Afro beats, R&B, and classical. She also cherishes spending time with family and friends, playing old-school video games, and twirling flags.
Do you want to feel vibrant and alive but feel off track and stuck? Do you feel that anxiety and depression control your life? Maybe you struggle to communicate with your friends or family members. Do you struggle with having low self-esteem and confidence? Perhaps you feel stuck with your current job and do not know how to move forward. What would it mean to you to finally be happy with your life and in your relationships? Jennifer M. Cross, MS, LPC believes that all people hold the keys to creating a life that they love.
Do you want to feel vibrant and alive but feel off track and stuck? Do you feel that anxiety and depression control your life? Maybe you struggle to communicate with your friends or family members. Do you struggle with having low self-esteem and confidence? Perhaps you feel stuck with your current job and do not know how to move forward. What would it mean to you to finally be happy with your life and in your relationships? Jennifer M. Cross, MS, LPC believes that all people hold the keys to creating a life that they love.
Lakeithia Butler, LCPC, creates a safe place for clients to express, process, and cope with their emotions and experiences. She helps adults develop realistic alternatives to their struggles. Lakeithia earned a BA from Western Illinois University and an MA in clinical mental health from Chicago State University. Her background includes roles as a counseling supervisor and psychotherapist serving clients of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and more. In therapy, Lakeithia incorporates CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, and more.
Lakeithia Butler, LCPC, creates a safe place for clients to express, process, and cope with their emotions and experiences. She helps adults develop realistic alternatives to their struggles. Lakeithia earned a BA from Western Illinois University and an MA in clinical mental health from Chicago State University. Her background includes roles as a counseling supervisor and psychotherapist serving clients of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and more. In therapy, Lakeithia incorporates CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, and more.
Jessica Tarwater is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with teenagers and adults. As a therapist, Jessica believes in treating each individual with compassion and empathy to ensure a safe and welcoming environment that promotes personal growth. She utilizes a collaborative and supportive approach with clients to help them gain a greater understanding of themselves and to help them with making the necessary changes to enhance their quality of life.
Jessica Tarwater is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with teenagers and adults. As a therapist, Jessica believes in treating each individual with compassion and empathy to ensure a safe and welcoming environment that promotes personal growth. She utilizes a collaborative and supportive approach with clients to help them gain a greater understanding of themselves and to help them with making the necessary changes to enhance their quality of life.
Anisa Pasho, M. A. , LPC, is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges with a calm, accepting, and growthoriented approach. Serving clients in Illinois, Anisa provides a supportive environment where clients can explore their concerns and find practical solutions to address the hereandnow. Whether working through anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, Anisa's humanistic approach emphasizes each individual's inherent capacity for growth and selfactualization.
Anisa Pasho, M. A. , LPC, is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges with a calm, accepting, and growthoriented approach. Serving clients in Illinois, Anisa provides a supportive environment where clients can explore their concerns and find practical solutions to address the hereandnow. Whether working through anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, Anisa's humanistic approach emphasizes each individual's inherent capacity for growth and selfactualization.
Do you find yourself asking "Is there something wrong with me?” or are you feeling like you have to "fix yourself?" Maybe you struggle to have healthy relationships or feel anxious in social situations. It can be really difficult to turn off the negative commentary in our minds. Many of my clients say that they struggle with harsh self-judgement and strongly fear that they "aren't enough." What might your life look like with less anxiety and fear and more focus on what means the most to you in your life and relationships with others? What if negative self-talk or the negativity coming from others just didn't bother you as much?
Do you find yourself asking "Is there something wrong with me?” or are you feeling like you have to "fix yourself?" Maybe you struggle to have healthy relationships or feel anxious in social situations. It can be really difficult to turn off the negative commentary in our minds. Many of my clients say that they struggle with harsh self-judgement and strongly fear that they "aren't enough." What might your life look like with less anxiety and fear and more focus on what means the most to you in your life and relationships with others? What if negative self-talk or the negativity coming from others just didn't bother you as much?
Megan Sullivan, PsyD, provides therapeutic care to children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. Her area of expertise includes depression, anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, life changes, physical, mental, and sexual abuse, and personality disorders. Dr. Sullivan also conducts psychological and neuropsychological assessments along with pre-surgical evaluations. Dr. Sullivan received her BA from Aurora University and her PsyD from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Megan Sullivan, PsyD, provides therapeutic care to children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. Her area of expertise includes depression, anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, life changes, physical, mental, and sexual abuse, and personality disorders. Dr. Sullivan also conducts psychological and neuropsychological assessments along with pre-surgical evaluations. Dr. Sullivan received her BA from Aurora University and her PsyD from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
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Life's stressors can gradually drain our energy, impacting our mood, physical health, and relationships - often leading to anxiety and emotional shutdown. Our responses to stress are largely shaped by early childhood experiences, which influence how we manage and cope with challenges throughout our lives. Gaining insight into how these early experiences shape us and exploring the root causes of our behaviors - "why we do what we do" - are critical steps in strengthening our ability to manage stress, navigate uncertainty, and feel better.
Life's stressors can gradually drain our energy, impacting our mood, physical health, and relationships - often leading to anxiety and emotional shutdown. Our responses to stress are largely shaped by early childhood experiences, which influence how we manage and cope with challenges throughout our lives. Gaining insight into how these early experiences shape us and exploring the root causes of our behaviors - "why we do what we do" - are critical steps in strengthening our ability to manage stress, navigate uncertainty, and feel better.
Anne McCarthy Conidi
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I work with clients who have anxiety, depression and self esteem issues. What we tell ourselves and what our parents have told us can define how we feel about ourselves. The message is often we are "not good enough". I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients to get rid of the habits and thoughts that may keep them anxious and stressed. A big part of my work is teaching people to negotiate and effectively talk with families and friends, and to be heard and understood without causing any drama. I have trained people in assertiveness and taught parenting classes.
I work with clients who have anxiety, depression and self esteem issues. What we tell ourselves and what our parents have told us can define how we feel about ourselves. The message is often we are "not good enough". I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients to get rid of the habits and thoughts that may keep them anxious and stressed. A big part of my work is teaching people to negotiate and effectively talk with families and friends, and to be heard and understood without causing any drama. I have trained people in assertiveness and taught parenting classes.
Stephanie Popp, LCPC, specializes in traumatic experiences, sexual issues, ADHD, and relationship concerns. Stephanie received her undergraduate degree in psychology from University of Illinois at Chicago and her masters degree in clinical mental health counseling from Governors State University. She spent 10 years working with high risk youth, who had been human trafficked, experienced sexual trauma, or had offending behaviors. Stephanie enjoys working with the entire lifespan, especially adolescents and adults 50+. She will use a fully collaborative approach.
Stephanie Popp, LCPC, specializes in traumatic experiences, sexual issues, ADHD, and relationship concerns. Stephanie received her undergraduate degree in psychology from University of Illinois at Chicago and her masters degree in clinical mental health counseling from Governors State University. She spent 10 years working with high risk youth, who had been human trafficked, experienced sexual trauma, or had offending behaviors. Stephanie enjoys working with the entire lifespan, especially adolescents and adults 50+. She will use a fully collaborative approach.
Infinite Within Counseling & Divorce Mediation
Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I feel that the most important component of every successful therapy outcome is the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client. Trust, safety, empathy, and authenticity should be experienced within the relationship. These relationship qualities create an environment conducive to working on life’s issues and feeling comfortable throughout the process of change. I take a collaborative approach to therapy to meet the goals presented by my clients. My style is interactive and my treatment orientation is tailored to each individual client to meet their individual needs and to fit with their unique personalities.
I feel that the most important component of every successful therapy outcome is the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client. Trust, safety, empathy, and authenticity should be experienced within the relationship. These relationship qualities create an environment conducive to working on life’s issues and feeling comfortable throughout the process of change. I take a collaborative approach to therapy to meet the goals presented by my clients. My style is interactive and my treatment orientation is tailored to each individual client to meet their individual needs and to fit with their unique personalities.
Are you having a hard time connecting with your child or watching them struggle? The challenges youth have to navigate today are unique and complicated. Many of my clients are between the ages of 6-18, or parents of kids this age. Many suffer from anxiety, depression, family divorce, thoughts of self harm, oppositional defiant disorder, social/educational concerns at school, etc. Typically I meet with the child and then bring in the parent for the end of session to review and talk action plans/next steps. By working collaboratively with youth and their parents, we can work together to repair relationships and develop strong bonds.
Are you having a hard time connecting with your child or watching them struggle? The challenges youth have to navigate today are unique and complicated. Many of my clients are between the ages of 6-18, or parents of kids this age. Many suffer from anxiety, depression, family divorce, thoughts of self harm, oppositional defiant disorder, social/educational concerns at school, etc. Typically I meet with the child and then bring in the parent for the end of session to review and talk action plans/next steps. By working collaboratively with youth and their parents, we can work together to repair relationships and develop strong bonds.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I specialize in working with teens & young adults. My specialties include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, procrastination/motivation, & relationship issues. I also have a great deal of experience working with individuals who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. I use various strategies such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Direct Feedback, Trauma Informed Care, Exposure Therapy, Skills Based Approach, Stages of Change, & Motivational Interviewing.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I specialize in working with teens & young adults. My specialties include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, procrastination/motivation, & relationship issues. I also have a great deal of experience working with individuals who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. I use various strategies such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Direct Feedback, Trauma Informed Care, Exposure Therapy, Skills Based Approach, Stages of Change, & Motivational Interviewing.
You matter, and so does your story. With empathy and compassion, I will listen and help guide you through your past and present experiences while providing a safe, trustworthy, and warm environment. My approach is integrated to fit your needs and what you are comfortableble with. No matter what life experiences you have endured or are currently struggling with (relationship issues, trauma, grief, emotional distress, life transitions), I will provide space for you to heal and strengthen so you can become empowered to take charge of your own life.
You matter, and so does your story. With empathy and compassion, I will listen and help guide you through your past and present experiences while providing a safe, trustworthy, and warm environment. My approach is integrated to fit your needs and what you are comfortableble with. No matter what life experiences you have endured or are currently struggling with (relationship issues, trauma, grief, emotional distress, life transitions), I will provide space for you to heal and strengthen so you can become empowered to take charge of your own life.
I have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. Using a client centered approach I work with the client helping them reach both their short and long term goals. A majority of my clients suffer with anxiety and depression but I work with other diagnoses as well. I am solution focused and like to see improvements and an increase in self esteem.
I have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. Using a client centered approach I work with the client helping them reach both their short and long term goals. A majority of my clients suffer with anxiety and depression but I work with other diagnoses as well. I am solution focused and like to see improvements and an increase in self esteem.
My areas of expertise include perinatal mental health, life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and women's mental health.
Are you pregnant or have you recently given birth? Are you struggling with managing your emotions, new responsibilities, and a new identity? You are not alone. I am here to help you navigate your way through this complex life transition by providing you support and tools to cope with changes during the perinatal stage. I also specialize in working with individual in various transitions in life (ie: high school to college, college to working life etc.). In addition, I incorporate a strong cultural lens within my work and work closely with the South Asian Population.
My areas of expertise include perinatal mental health, life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and women's mental health.
Are you pregnant or have you recently given birth? Are you struggling with managing your emotions, new responsibilities, and a new identity? You are not alone. I am here to help you navigate your way through this complex life transition by providing you support and tools to cope with changes during the perinatal stage. I also specialize in working with individual in various transitions in life (ie: high school to college, college to working life etc.). In addition, I incorporate a strong cultural lens within my work and work closely with the South Asian Population.
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