Emotionally Focused Therapists in Worth, IL
Do you feel that you are all alone and no one will ever understand what you are going through? We all need extra support and to know that we are not alone. I hope to foster a therapeutic relationship where you feel nurtured, respected, and know that your thoughts and feelings matter. My approach to therapy is strengths-based. I treat the whole person and do not have a one-size-fits-all approach. I believe each individual is unique and can overcome any obstacle. I practice a non-judgmental and empathetic approach and support individuals as they confront their issues and help them realize their unique strengths.
Do you feel that you are all alone and no one will ever understand what you are going through? We all need extra support and to know that we are not alone. I hope to foster a therapeutic relationship where you feel nurtured, respected, and know that your thoughts and feelings matter. My approach to therapy is strengths-based. I treat the whole person and do not have a one-size-fits-all approach. I believe each individual is unique and can overcome any obstacle. I practice a non-judgmental and empathetic approach and support individuals as they confront their issues and help them realize their unique strengths.
My focus is to provide compassionate, client-centered care for individuals and couples navigating life’s most difficult experiences. I support clients facing childhood trauma, domestic violence, mood disorders, relationship challenges, and other trauma-related concerns. Therapy is tailored to each person’s needs, with careful attention to safety, trust, and emotional readiness.
My focus is to provide compassionate, client-centered care for individuals and couples navigating life’s most difficult experiences. I support clients facing childhood trauma, domestic violence, mood disorders, relationship challenges, and other trauma-related concerns. Therapy is tailored to each person’s needs, with careful attention to safety, trust, and emotional readiness.
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Are you looking to feel more peace and joy in your life? Would you like to break old patterns, address past hurt, receive needed support in a difficult time, or step into more of what you were created for? Working from a strengths-based perspective I believe a lot of healing can come from discovering the unique strengths, plans, and purposes each of us possesses. Through this lens we can work together to identify areas in need of healing and achieve your unique goals. Whatever you may be going through I believe that there is hope and a way forward.
Are you looking to feel more peace and joy in your life? Would you like to break old patterns, address past hurt, receive needed support in a difficult time, or step into more of what you were created for? Working from a strengths-based perspective I believe a lot of healing can come from discovering the unique strengths, plans, and purposes each of us possesses. Through this lens we can work together to identify areas in need of healing and achieve your unique goals. Whatever you may be going through I believe that there is hope and a way forward.
I specialize in working with the adult and young adult populations as they navigate the challenges of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, life changes/transitions, relationship difficulties, work/life balance and more. I also provide counseling for issues related to Athletic Performance. I believe that by creating a strong therapeutic relationship through empathic understanding, the client will be empowered when focusing on personal development. Authenticity, honesty, and empathy are values that drive my work as a counselor.
I specialize in working with the adult and young adult populations as they navigate the challenges of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, life changes/transitions, relationship difficulties, work/life balance and more. I also provide counseling for issues related to Athletic Performance. I believe that by creating a strong therapeutic relationship through empathic understanding, the client will be empowered when focusing on personal development. Authenticity, honesty, and empathy are values that drive my work as a counselor.
You’ve spent so long trying to be “the strong one” that no one sees how overwhelmed you really feel. Maybe you’re replaying every interaction, mentally tracking food all day, or scanning every room to see how your body measures up. Maybe you’ve hit the point where the rules, the guilt, the pressure, & the self-criticism feel impossible to keep up with.
Underneath it all, you just want peace. Peace with food, peace with your body, & peace with yourself. You want to feel more connected, to your relationships, to your goals, to joy, without constantly being pulled back into old patterns.
You’ve spent so long trying to be “the strong one” that no one sees how overwhelmed you really feel. Maybe you’re replaying every interaction, mentally tracking food all day, or scanning every room to see how your body measures up. Maybe you’ve hit the point where the rules, the guilt, the pressure, & the self-criticism feel impossible to keep up with.
Underneath it all, you just want peace. Peace with food, peace with your body, & peace with yourself. You want to feel more connected, to your relationships, to your goals, to joy, without constantly being pulled back into old patterns.
The journey to parenthood rarely goes according to plan. Whether you are navigating infertility, a miscarriage, or the loss of the experience you imagined, it is heavy. If you are struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, scary intrusive thoughts, or a birth experience that felt out of control, you may be holding it together on the outside while not feeling like yourself on the inside. I am here for the parts of this journey that people rarely talk about.
The journey to parenthood rarely goes according to plan. Whether you are navigating infertility, a miscarriage, or the loss of the experience you imagined, it is heavy. If you are struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, scary intrusive thoughts, or a birth experience that felt out of control, you may be holding it together on the outside while not feeling like yourself on the inside. I am here for the parts of this journey that people rarely talk about.
I'm a psychologist who's caring and direct. I use compassion, wisdom and humor to help clients understand and deal with problems in a way that's respectful and honors their unique situation. My style is grounded in the belief that promoting an individual's innate desire and ability to move forward in life is the key to progress in therapy. If you're feeling overwhelmed in life, dealing with something you find increasingly hard to handle and are ready to make a change, I can help. Please consider calling me to begin exploring a new way to live.
I'm a psychologist who's caring and direct. I use compassion, wisdom and humor to help clients understand and deal with problems in a way that's respectful and honors their unique situation. My style is grounded in the belief that promoting an individual's innate desire and ability to move forward in life is the key to progress in therapy. If you're feeling overwhelmed in life, dealing with something you find increasingly hard to handle and are ready to make a change, I can help. Please consider calling me to begin exploring a new way to live.
I work with teens and adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, panic attacks, stress, perfectionism, grief, trauma, and relationship concerns. With a background in the arts, I may integrate creative strategies to support healing, self-soothing, and trauma processing. Sessions are warm, collaborative, and often infused with humor. My approach is holistic, relational, and psychodynamic, encouraging active engagement, deeper self-understanding, and a stronger relationship with yourself.
I work with teens and adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, panic attacks, stress, perfectionism, grief, trauma, and relationship concerns. With a background in the arts, I may integrate creative strategies to support healing, self-soothing, and trauma processing. Sessions are warm, collaborative, and often infused with humor. My approach is holistic, relational, and psychodynamic, encouraging active engagement, deeper self-understanding, and a stronger relationship with yourself.
Recognizing the need to make changes in your life and seeking support takes courage. Therapy can provide not only the understanding that supports change, but the tools to prepare you to live with more confidence, balance and intentionality. I help clients make meaning of their struggles, articulate their desires, and collaborate to reach their goals. I am mindful of the interdependence between body, mind, and spirit and support and encourage my clients in doing the same.
Recognizing the need to make changes in your life and seeking support takes courage. Therapy can provide not only the understanding that supports change, but the tools to prepare you to live with more confidence, balance and intentionality. I help clients make meaning of their struggles, articulate their desires, and collaborate to reach their goals. I am mindful of the interdependence between body, mind, and spirit and support and encourage my clients in doing the same.
I work with adults, adolescents, couples and families dealing with mental health concerns such as anxiety or depression, stress caused by life transitions and/or relationship difficulties.
I work with adults, adolescents, couples and families dealing with mental health concerns such as anxiety or depression, stress caused by life transitions and/or relationship difficulties.
I’m Amy Pappas, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in supporting women through life transitions, including pregnancy, postpartum, mood and anxiety concerns, relational challenges, and the emotional shifts that come with all of the above.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or not quite like yourself, you’re not alone. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re feeling, develop tools that fit your real life, and help you feel more steady and connected - both within yourself and in your relationships.
I’m Amy Pappas, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in supporting women through life transitions, including pregnancy, postpartum, mood and anxiety concerns, relational challenges, and the emotional shifts that come with all of the above.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or not quite like yourself, you’re not alone. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re feeling, develop tools that fit your real life, and help you feel more steady and connected - both within yourself and in your relationships.
Jaimee Ory
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CRADC, ACHT
Warrenville, IL 60555
Waitlist for new clients
I’m trained in EMDR, EFT and Gottman Method for couples therapy and certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
I believe therapy works best when it’s a safe, present-focused space where you can slow down, tune into your inner world, and approach yourself with compassion. From that space, real change and healing can begin. My work is grounded in a psychodynamic approach, meaning I pay close attention to your attachment patterns and the ways past experiences may be shaping your present. I also integrate practical, structured tools so you leave sessions not just with insight, but with concrete ways to shift how you engage with life.
I’m trained in EMDR, EFT and Gottman Method for couples therapy and certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
I believe therapy works best when it’s a safe, present-focused space where you can slow down, tune into your inner world, and approach yourself with compassion. From that space, real change and healing can begin. My work is grounded in a psychodynamic approach, meaning I pay close attention to your attachment patterns and the ways past experiences may be shaping your present. I also integrate practical, structured tools so you leave sessions not just with insight, but with concrete ways to shift how you engage with life.
Are you often feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders? Are you tired of spinning everything around in your brain without being able to come up with clear answers or direction? Clients that I work with often describe the tremendous relief it feels just to start talking with someone with an objective voice and a calming presence. I am an active participant in the process, asking questions and offering structured guidance and specific ideas. My goal is to empower others to become creative with me as we begin working through the issues.
Are you often feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders? Are you tired of spinning everything around in your brain without being able to come up with clear answers or direction? Clients that I work with often describe the tremendous relief it feels just to start talking with someone with an objective voice and a calming presence. I am an active participant in the process, asking questions and offering structured guidance and specific ideas. My goal is to empower others to become creative with me as we begin working through the issues.
Do you often feel sad and struggle to get through the day? Do you have difficulty finding the energy to engage in self care practices? Have you been through trauma or loss which has negatively impacted you? Do you just feel stuck and need support, guidance, and encouragement with navigating how to move forward? I primarily work with adult and adolescent populations in navigating life transitions and stressors which leave us feeling stuck, depressed, and anxious while struggling to function in the ways we desire. I enjoy supporting others in navigating their life journey and finding ways to create positive change.
Do you often feel sad and struggle to get through the day? Do you have difficulty finding the energy to engage in self care practices? Have you been through trauma or loss which has negatively impacted you? Do you just feel stuck and need support, guidance, and encouragement with navigating how to move forward? I primarily work with adult and adolescent populations in navigating life transitions and stressors which leave us feeling stuck, depressed, and anxious while struggling to function in the ways we desire. I enjoy supporting others in navigating their life journey and finding ways to create positive change.
Congratulations! You are looking into therapy and contemplating making changes in your life. If feelings of sadness, anxiety, relational difficulties, grief or past trauma get in the way of your happiness let's work together to address them. I will respond you in couple hours after you contact me. Effective counseling not only can change the mind but can change the brain as well. Counseling can support the building of new neuron connections! That process is called “neuroplasticity,” I can assist you in exploring what led you here and how to make changes to feel better.
Congratulations! You are looking into therapy and contemplating making changes in your life. If feelings of sadness, anxiety, relational difficulties, grief or past trauma get in the way of your happiness let's work together to address them. I will respond you in couple hours after you contact me. Effective counseling not only can change the mind but can change the brain as well. Counseling can support the building of new neuron connections! That process is called “neuroplasticity,” I can assist you in exploring what led you here and how to make changes to feel better.
Do you feel like life has been "life-ing" lately and you just need someone outside your inner circle to help you navigate the noise? Are you looking for a therapist who sees you as the driver of your journey while they act as the GPS, offering direction without taking away your control? You deserve a safe, direct space where you can tackle stress, trauma, or the unique pressures of a first-generation lifestyle. I'm Diana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience. I specialize in helping individuals from all backgrounds find their way back to their best selves.
Do you feel like life has been "life-ing" lately and you just need someone outside your inner circle to help you navigate the noise? Are you looking for a therapist who sees you as the driver of your journey while they act as the GPS, offering direction without taking away your control? You deserve a safe, direct space where you can tackle stress, trauma, or the unique pressures of a first-generation lifestyle. I'm Diana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience. I specialize in helping individuals from all backgrounds find their way back to their best selves.
If you've been feeling disconnected from yourself, those around you, or parts of your world that used to bring you joy, it can feel hopeless and scary when that connection doesn't return. Maybe you've experienced trauma, feel stuck in your life, burnt out, or lost. You're not alone; finding the right therapist to support you in your journey back to your authentic self is the first step.
If you've been feeling disconnected from yourself, those around you, or parts of your world that used to bring you joy, it can feel hopeless and scary when that connection doesn't return. Maybe you've experienced trauma, feel stuck in your life, burnt out, or lost. You're not alone; finding the right therapist to support you in your journey back to your authentic self is the first step.
With over 40 years of experience as a therapist, I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of clients. At the heart of my work is building a safe, trusting relationship, which I believe is the foundation for meaningful change. My aim is to offer support, education, and practical tools, while also creating space for deeper healing when appropriate. I work primarily with adults and couples on a broad spectrum of issues and value therapy as a collaborative process in which both client and therapist learn and grow.
With over 40 years of experience as a therapist, I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of clients. At the heart of my work is building a safe, trusting relationship, which I believe is the foundation for meaningful change. My aim is to offer support, education, and practical tools, while also creating space for deeper healing when appropriate. I work primarily with adults and couples on a broad spectrum of issues and value therapy as a collaborative process in which both client and therapist learn and grow.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by pregnancy or the ups and downs of postpartum? Maybe sex has become painful and less enjoyable than you expected. Or perhaps you’re stuck in frustrating relationship patterns and wondering, “Do I need to work on me?” Whatever has brought you here, you’re discouraged that life doesn’t look the way you imagined, and you’re ready for a change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by pregnancy or the ups and downs of postpartum? Maybe sex has become painful and less enjoyable than you expected. Or perhaps you’re stuck in frustrating relationship patterns and wondering, “Do I need to work on me?” Whatever has brought you here, you’re discouraged that life doesn’t look the way you imagined, and you’re ready for a change.
For over 19 years, Branch has provided culturally relevant clinical mental health services to individuals, families and communities on Chicago's south side. Collectively, Branch staff has more than 50 years of clinical and administrative experience. We serve more than 1500 individuals and families each year at our Beverly and South Loop locations.
For over 19 years, Branch has provided culturally relevant clinical mental health services to individuals, families and communities on Chicago's south side. Collectively, Branch staff has more than 50 years of clinical and administrative experience. We serve more than 1500 individuals and families each year at our Beverly and South Loop locations.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.