Female 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.
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You look like you're holding it all together on the outside, but inside you're exhausted. Maybe anxiety keeps you constantly on edge, relationships feel more difficult than they should, or you're stuck in patterns you know aren't serving you but can't seem to break. You may find yourself putting others' needs first, struggling with boundaries, or feeling disconnected from the life you want to be living. You don't have to navigate it alone. I help adults facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, substance use concerns, parenting stress, and major life transitions develop healthier coping strategies, improve relationships,
You look like you're holding it all together on the outside, but inside you're exhausted. Maybe anxiety keeps you constantly on edge, relationships feel more difficult than they should, or you're stuck in patterns you know aren't serving you but can't seem to break. You may find yourself putting others' needs first, struggling with boundaries, or feeling disconnected from the life you want to be living. You don't have to navigate it alone. I help adults facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, substance use concerns, parenting stress, and major life transitions develop healthier coping strategies, improve relationships,
I’m Shelly Gessler, owner of Willow Therapeutic. My path to becoming a counselor was unconventional, rooted in a deep connection to nature. Whether hiking, camping, or kayaking, I found a sense of balance and meaning in the outdoors that I felt moved to bring into everyday life. This journey led me to study mindfulness, yoga, and eventually clinical mental health counseling, focusing on how we can live more fully when our mind and body are truly aligned.
I’m Shelly Gessler, owner of Willow Therapeutic. My path to becoming a counselor was unconventional, rooted in a deep connection to nature. Whether hiking, camping, or kayaking, I found a sense of balance and meaning in the outdoors that I felt moved to bring into everyday life. This journey led me to study mindfulness, yoga, and eventually clinical mental health counseling, focusing on how we can live more fully when our mind and body are truly aligned.
Maybe your life doesn't look the way people expected it to. Maybe you're figuring out who you are, navigating a relationship that doesn't fit neatly into a box, or moving through a transition that feels bigger than you can handle alone. Maybe you just have this sense that something needs to change and you're not sure where to start.
My clients are people who fall outside traditional narratives — in their identity, sexuality, gender, relationships, or general approach to life. Together, we figure out what actually works for you, and leave behind what doesn't.
Maybe your life doesn't look the way people expected it to. Maybe you're figuring out who you are, navigating a relationship that doesn't fit neatly into a box, or moving through a transition that feels bigger than you can handle alone. Maybe you just have this sense that something needs to change and you're not sure where to start.
My clients are people who fall outside traditional narratives — in their identity, sexuality, gender, relationships, or general approach to life. Together, we figure out what actually works for you, and leave behind what doesn't.
Welcome! Finding a trusting therapeutic relationship can feel like a daunting task. As a neurodivergent therapist, I prioritize creating safety and trust within our sessions. Having a nonjudgemental space is essential to healing. My personal and professional journeys allow me to work alongside patients to build a trusting and authentic partnerships in the therapeutic space.
Welcome! Finding a trusting therapeutic relationship can feel like a daunting task. As a neurodivergent therapist, I prioritize creating safety and trust within our sessions. Having a nonjudgemental space is essential to healing. My personal and professional journeys allow me to work alongside patients to build a trusting and authentic partnerships in the therapeutic space.
My ideal client may be experiencing anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, or noticing they don’t quite feel like themselves. They might struggle with racing thoughts, managing emotions, or ongoing stress, and are looking for support and tools to feel calmer, more confident, and more in control.
I enjoy working with individuals who are curious about themselves and open to growth. Together, we can build insight, strengthen coping skills and create a more balanced and fulfilling life that feels authentic to them.
My ideal client may be experiencing anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, or noticing they don’t quite feel like themselves. They might struggle with racing thoughts, managing emotions, or ongoing stress, and are looking for support and tools to feel calmer, more confident, and more in control.
I enjoy working with individuals who are curious about themselves and open to growth. Together, we can build insight, strengthen coping skills and create a more balanced and fulfilling life that feels authentic to them.
Elyse is an experienced clinician with a passion for helping children, teens, families, adults, and couples overcome life’s challenges. She has had the privilege of working with clients in various schools, private practice, and community mental health settings and she utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet the needs of each of her client’s. She acknowledges that therapy is hard work and is constantly humbled by the strength her clients demonstrate throughout the therapeutic process. Elyse approaches therapy with a warm and genuine care for others which allows her clients to grow in a meaningful and purposeful way.
Elyse is an experienced clinician with a passion for helping children, teens, families, adults, and couples overcome life’s challenges. She has had the privilege of working with clients in various schools, private practice, and community mental health settings and she utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet the needs of each of her client’s. She acknowledges that therapy is hard work and is constantly humbled by the strength her clients demonstrate throughout the therapeutic process. Elyse approaches therapy with a warm and genuine care for others which allows her clients to grow in a meaningful and purposeful way.
I hold an MSW from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a B.A. from Columbia College in Chicago, along with School and Mediation Certifications from Aurora University. My experience spans various settings, with a primary focus on mental health counseling and private practice in Hinsdale, IL, serving clients from pre-teens to seniors. I believe wellness takes time, consistency, and trust. While change is never easy, it’s always possible with the right support.
I hold an MSW from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a B.A. from Columbia College in Chicago, along with School and Mediation Certifications from Aurora University. My experience spans various settings, with a primary focus on mental health counseling and private practice in Hinsdale, IL, serving clients from pre-teens to seniors. I believe wellness takes time, consistency, and trust. While change is never easy, it’s always possible with the right support.
Dr. Fasula works as a specialist in biofeedback and neurofeedback in Chicagoland and Central Florida as well as for the Dr. Phil Show. She also provides a variety of psychological services to help individuals, groups, and families cope with various issues that arise throughout the lifespan. She utilizes an approach based on integrating individual strengths and assets at more conscious levels to build a foundation of positive mental health and stability. The aim is to clients re-establish a living pattern that improves their sense of satisfaction and confidence in their ability to meet their particular lifestyle needs.
Dr. Fasula works as a specialist in biofeedback and neurofeedback in Chicagoland and Central Florida as well as for the Dr. Phil Show. She also provides a variety of psychological services to help individuals, groups, and families cope with various issues that arise throughout the lifespan. She utilizes an approach based on integrating individual strengths and assets at more conscious levels to build a foundation of positive mental health and stability. The aim is to clients re-establish a living pattern that improves their sense of satisfaction and confidence in their ability to meet their particular lifestyle needs.
During my past 25 years as a therapist I've worked with several clients with a variety of presenting problems, including anxiety and depression, chemical dependency, emotional abuse, sex addiction, codependency, eating disorders, and childhood trauma. I offer a supportive, confidential and safe place for you, your partner, spouse and/or family to work through obstacles, struggles, and current/past traumas to find success. It is my role to respect your values and the goal you set out to reach in therapy.
During my past 25 years as a therapist I've worked with several clients with a variety of presenting problems, including anxiety and depression, chemical dependency, emotional abuse, sex addiction, codependency, eating disorders, and childhood trauma. I offer a supportive, confidential and safe place for you, your partner, spouse and/or family to work through obstacles, struggles, and current/past traumas to find success. It is my role to respect your values and the goal you set out to reach in therapy.
Life’s journey will surprise us with twists, unexpected paths and roadblocks. As your therapist, my goal is to create a warm, supportive and non-judgmental environment where you will feel empowered to navigate through the life challenges that are bringing you down. You are the expert on you! I’ll meet you where your needs are. Then my job is to support you and implement the tools that will best help you find relief from your pain. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with a life transition, grieving a loss, or looking to make positive changes in your life; I’m here to help you heal and grow.
Life’s journey will surprise us with twists, unexpected paths and roadblocks. As your therapist, my goal is to create a warm, supportive and non-judgmental environment where you will feel empowered to navigate through the life challenges that are bringing you down. You are the expert on you! I’ll meet you where your needs are. Then my job is to support you and implement the tools that will best help you find relief from your pain. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with a life transition, grieving a loss, or looking to make positive changes in your life; I’m here to help you heal and grow.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) based in Illinois and have been practicing for the last 5 years. In therapy I will work alongside you to explore your experiences and help you identify the areas of your life that you would like to improve - ways to enhance communication, social skills, and relating to the world and self.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) based in Illinois and have been practicing for the last 5 years. In therapy I will work alongside you to explore your experiences and help you identify the areas of your life that you would like to improve - ways to enhance communication, social skills, and relating to the world and self.
Welcome! The decision to begin therapy is a difficult but commendable process. Often times, there is a lot of fear and anxiety linked with this journey. It takes courage to sit in the client seat. My goal is to create a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients. People come from all walks of life and, sometimes, all we need is a listening ear to validate what we are experiencing. Whether it is your first time seeking counseling or you are resuming again after a break, pat yourself on the back for your effort!
Welcome! The decision to begin therapy is a difficult but commendable process. Often times, there is a lot of fear and anxiety linked with this journey. It takes courage to sit in the client seat. My goal is to create a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients. People come from all walks of life and, sometimes, all we need is a listening ear to validate what we are experiencing. Whether it is your first time seeking counseling or you are resuming again after a break, pat yourself on the back for your effort!
“A healthy outside starts from the inside”-Robert Urich I view therapy as a collaborative process among individuals, couples, or families to enhance their strengths and overcome their limitations. My approach to counseling is to provide a safe, warm, and positive space to allow my clients to live healthy, happy, and productive lives. I utilize individual, person centered, mindfulness and cognitive therapy to achieve the goals we establish together. I counsel a diverse group of adolescents, teens, and adults.
“A healthy outside starts from the inside”-Robert Urich I view therapy as a collaborative process among individuals, couples, or families to enhance their strengths and overcome their limitations. My approach to counseling is to provide a safe, warm, and positive space to allow my clients to live healthy, happy, and productive lives. I utilize individual, person centered, mindfulness and cognitive therapy to achieve the goals we establish together. I counsel a diverse group of adolescents, teens, and adults.
I am a relational queer-focused therapist who works with kids, teens, adults, and couples with complex trauma related to identity and relationship abuse. Complex trauma presents itself in forms of dissociation, suicidal ideation, self-harm, anxiety, depression, feelings of low self-worth/esteem, or issues activated by life transitions and interpersonal relationships. It can feel isolating to navigate the hard parts of life without feeling seen. Hearing your story while facilitating a space for you to be valued and challenged to live into your values is my goal.
I am a relational queer-focused therapist who works with kids, teens, adults, and couples with complex trauma related to identity and relationship abuse. Complex trauma presents itself in forms of dissociation, suicidal ideation, self-harm, anxiety, depression, feelings of low self-worth/esteem, or issues activated by life transitions and interpersonal relationships. It can feel isolating to navigate the hard parts of life without feeling seen. Hearing your story while facilitating a space for you to be valued and challenged to live into your values is my goal.
Hi, we all go through difficult moments in which we can benefit from therapeutic support. As a licensed therapist, I can accompany you in your healing journey. For me, therapy is a journey in which we work collaboratively to discover answers and solutions that empower you to build the type of life you want. As a bilingual Latina Therapist, I have a multicultural vision that allows me to easily understand and connect with problems related to cultural and racial issues that affect our well-being.
Hi, we all go through difficult moments in which we can benefit from therapeutic support. As a licensed therapist, I can accompany you in your healing journey. For me, therapy is a journey in which we work collaboratively to discover answers and solutions that empower you to build the type of life you want. As a bilingual Latina Therapist, I have a multicultural vision that allows me to easily understand and connect with problems related to cultural and racial issues that affect our well-being.
I am Michelle Klobnak, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 26 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in helping clients navigate stress and anxiety, relationship issues, and self-esteem concerns. With years of experience, I am dedicated to supporting individuals in creating positive change and improving their overall well-being.
I am Michelle Klobnak, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 26 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in helping clients navigate stress and anxiety, relationship issues, and self-esteem concerns. With years of experience, I am dedicated to supporting individuals in creating positive change and improving their overall well-being.
Alexis Rodriguez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that graduated from the University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work. Ms. Rodriguez specializes in anxiety, depression ADHD, bullying, trauma work, and domestic violence. She utilizes CBT, exposure therapy, operant conditioning, radical acceptance, reframing thoughts, music therapy, interpersonal therapy, positive affirmations, modeling emotional regulation and art therapy in her approach to clients. In her clinical work, Ms.Alexis Rodriguez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that graduated from the University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work. Ms. Rodri
Alexis Rodriguez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that graduated from the University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work. Ms. Rodriguez specializes in anxiety, depression ADHD, bullying, trauma work, and domestic violence. She utilizes CBT, exposure therapy, operant conditioning, radical acceptance, reframing thoughts, music therapy, interpersonal therapy, positive affirmations, modeling emotional regulation and art therapy in her approach to clients. In her clinical work, Ms.Alexis Rodriguez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that graduated from the University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work. Ms. Rodri
I recognize that exploring identity, self-worth, sexuality, and body image can feel deeply personal and, at times, overwhelming. It takes courage to face the experiences that shape how you see yourself and move through the world. If you’re struggling with feelings of inadequacy, questioning aspects of your identity, or navigating body image concerns, you don’t have to do it alone. You’re ready to engage in meaningful work and create lasting change, and you’re looking for a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, safety, and genuine investment in your growth.
I recognize that exploring identity, self-worth, sexuality, and body image can feel deeply personal and, at times, overwhelming. It takes courage to face the experiences that shape how you see yourself and move through the world. If you’re struggling with feelings of inadequacy, questioning aspects of your identity, or navigating body image concerns, you don’t have to do it alone. You’re ready to engage in meaningful work and create lasting change, and you’re looking for a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, safety, and genuine investment in your growth.
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My name is Cindy Bill and I am a Psychotherapist/Clinical Social Worker licensed in Virginia, Delaware and Illinois. It is my hope that I can come alongside you to aid in the challenges that life may be presenting to you. We can all feel overwhelmed by life stressors. It is my purpose to help you find answers that will work for you in your life and help you create your own life worth living.
Hello,
My name is Cindy Bill and I am a Psychotherapist/Clinical Social Worker licensed in Virginia, Delaware and Illinois. It is my hope that I can come alongside you to aid in the challenges that life may be presenting to you. We can all feel overwhelmed by life stressors. It is my purpose to help you find answers that will work for you in your life and help you create your own life worth living.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.