Therapists Beginning With Y in Illinois

If you are experiencing a difficult transitional moment in your life, or moments of debilitating emotional instability, a trained listener can be of great help. If you noticed patterns in your chain of thoughts that paralyze you, if you are experiencing anxiety in certain circumstances, or if you find yourself frequently caught up in toxic relationships, you will also benefit from a professional who could listen to your symptoms and work on them to better your quality of life and relationships. If you feel unheard and out of place, this is the moment to, with the right help, find your voice, and creatively express your singularity.

I see therapy as a way for you to get free of the habits and perspectives that bind you, so that you can create the life you really want. So much of what makes us suffer is the chasm between how we think things ought to be and how they actually are. Therapy is an ideal way to reconcile these differences, to identify tools that will help you cope with challenges and make the most of your strengths. I use existential and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy to work with clients on issues including life transitions, anxiety, depression, stress and career concerns.

I see psychotherapy as a collaborative process. From this perspective, I have developed an individualized approach in which the relationship provides a safe place where feelings and behavior can be explored. Often, current struggles have developed over time so that connections can be made to past experiences. With this understanding a person can begin to make changes which lead to greater satisfaction and happiness. I bring a solid eclectic knowledge base to the process, drawing on individual dynamics, relationship dynamics, and an understanding of human development throughout the life cycle. I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents (including their families).

Making the first move to get therapy is the hardest part. But, over my 25-year span as a counselor, I have never met anyone who wasn't glad they took that first step! Life can be overwhelming and you may even feel like you have the answers, yet still aren't feeling better. Often the voice of an experienced professional is what it takes to put those answers into action. I will approach our sessions drawing from CBT, DBT and Emotionally Focused therapies. I am goal-oriented and client-centered. I want you to leave therapy with the answers and changes that you came in looking for.

Now accepting new clients. I work with adults who have experienced traumatic events, struggle with life transitions, depression and anxiety. I am passionate about the use of mindfulness to facilitate awareness and help individuals remain present in their lives. I believe that building self-compassion leads to a less self-critical, kinder and forgiving way of life.

Being a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 15 years, working with families, in addition to, supporting children and adolescents with complex emotional, intellectual and behavioral needs, Allison has extensive experience working with a broad range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, socialization issues and neurodevelopmental disorders. Over the years, Allison has provided individual, group and family therapy, working with a diverse client population. She has presented a wide range of mental health seminars for educational staff and parents and led process-oriented parenting groups.

My approach is warm, authentic, and nonjudgmental. I aim to honor the uniqueness of each person and tailor my approach to best facilitate individual journeys and goals. It takes time to build trust, and it is my privilege to be your partner in personal growth; I am continually awed watching my clients heal and transform. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples on a wide range of issues including anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship concerns, transitions, and family conflict.

My approach to therapy is based on mutual appreciation where through openness and acceptance, we can work together on issues and emotional situations that you are going through. I support individuals in learning to heal their own suffering by discovering the gentleness, warmth, intelligence and compassion that is the innate capacity of all human beings. I enjoy helping people on their journey to bring nurturing to their inner life and our world with kindness and awareness.

You may be coping with a recent crisis or struggling with a longstanding sense of stuckness. You may have tried different resources but are still feeling lonely and frustrated. As a psychologist and psychoanalyst, I aim to help you connect your current struggles to the larger context of your life's story. I offer perspectives that allow clients to understand what may appear to be irrational or maladaptive behaviors or feelings. Creating new meaning out of past challenges is an important part of therapy. We will identify patterns that in the past

I'm Katie. I've been in the counseling field since 2014. I have found that I connect best with children, adolescent and individuals emerging into adulthood. I have experience in working with clients who experience depression, anxiety, relationship concerns and whom would connect with a counselor who utilizes humor and play in sessions. I provide my clients with a space to feel comfortable and supported to help them work toward their goals.

I have a large body of experience, having worked as a therapist for over 30 years. During that time I have worked with people with almost every type of issue. My orientation is client centered, being most concerned about what approach will fit the client as opposed to trying to fit the client into an approach. I love my work because I have the opportunity to see people change and grow.

With a focus on individuals ages 18 to 40, she brings a warm, supportive and disarming energy to her sessions. She enjoys working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, stress management and going through life changes/adjustments. She likes to say that this field allows her the unique opportunity to love on people for a living.

Specializations include Anxiety, Depression, Behavior management, ADHD, and Anger management. Hannah also has a background as an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapist working with children on the spectrum.

At Yates and Associates, we are ready to assist you with individual, marriage, and family counseling. We are experienced in helping our clients understand and work through addiction, co-dependency, anxiety and panic disorder, depression, grief, eating disorders, and abuse. We can also help with communication issues, decision making, and the challenges you may face during times of major transition, such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, job loss, and death.

Over five years of experience with children and adolescents with trauma. Are you an overthinker or overachiever and it’s becoming overwhelming? We are all trying to achieve something in life. We all want better for ourselves. My approach focuses on your strengths to ascend your personal growth. Life can be hectic at times and throw curveballs at us. We are required to adapt to the various obstacles that we come across.

Recent years have taken a toll on individual mental health as well as relationships. Connection and attachment have become a struggle as we all try to discover this new "normal" we find ourselves in. Stress is a common companion, values are being tested, and many are on a journey for increased self-awareness. My approach is to help you find a sense of security, safety, and direction through a collaborative and strengths based approach. I use a combination of approaches to ensure that I am meeting clients where they are without judgment.

As I've grown in the field of therapy, one thing I have clung to is the desire to give my clients a safe space that they can come to. As a respected professor once quoted Carl Whittaker, "if you are going to do surgery in therapy, make sure to dip the scalpel in the anesthetic of love". Therapy is not always easy and neither is life. I may not be able to promise that the road to healing is easy, but I can promise to walk through this valley with you.

I help clients focus on their strengths and build skills. I meet clients where they are and focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship. I work with clients of all ages, but especially enjoy helping adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and challenges concerning the LGBTQIA+ community. I'm also skilled at helping clients who have suffered from the traumatic loss of a loved one.

Robin Ybarra, LSW, helps clients focus on their strengths and build skills. She meets clients where they are and focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship. Robin works with clients of all ages, but especially enjoys helping adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and challenges concerning the LGBTQIA+ community. She's also skilled at helping clients who have suffered from the traumatic loss of a loved one.