Therapists Beginning With Z in Illinois
Book a free consultation with me now by clicking on my website! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life.
Book a free consultation with me now by clicking on my website! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life.
I have worked in the field of mental health and substance use disorders for 30 years. My approach is rooted in building an authentic, loving, and compassionate relationship with the self. When this is achieved and maintained we are open to a fulfilling, purposeful, and abundant life / relationships!
I have worked in the field of mental health and substance use disorders for 30 years. My approach is rooted in building an authentic, loving, and compassionate relationship with the self. When this is achieved and maintained we are open to a fulfilling, purposeful, and abundant life / relationships!
In practice for over 40 years, I have a great deal of experience with adolescents, adults and couples. Area of specialization working with perpetrators of and family members impacted by domestic violence. Anxiety and life adjustments are also an area of specialty. Retired as high school social worker, I've worked with hundreds of adolescents and families. It is my belief that emotional energy is finite and that helping you in achieving balance can be so very helpful in finding solutions to emotional distress. Jazz trumpet is my avocation and I work to pass along the lessons I have learned relating to persistence and mindfulness.
In practice for over 40 years, I have a great deal of experience with adolescents, adults and couples. Area of specialization working with perpetrators of and family members impacted by domestic violence. Anxiety and life adjustments are also an area of specialty. Retired as high school social worker, I've worked with hundreds of adolescents and families. It is my belief that emotional energy is finite and that helping you in achieving balance can be so very helpful in finding solutions to emotional distress. Jazz trumpet is my avocation and I work to pass along the lessons I have learned relating to persistence and mindfulness.
You may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or weighed down by depression, trauma, or the stress of daily life. Perhaps you’re navigating identity questions, relationship struggles, or major life transitions that leave you feeling stuck or uncertain. My ideal client longs for a space that feels safe, warm, and genuine—a place to pull everything out, sort through what no longer serves them, and begin to heal. They want to feel understood, supported, and equipped with tools to create change and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
You may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or weighed down by depression, trauma, or the stress of daily life. Perhaps you’re navigating identity questions, relationship struggles, or major life transitions that leave you feeling stuck or uncertain. My ideal client longs for a space that feels safe, warm, and genuine—a place to pull everything out, sort through what no longer serves them, and begin to heal. They want to feel understood, supported, and equipped with tools to create change and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Welcome to our agency of qualified counselors,therapists and psychiatrist, who are passionate about creating positive life change and personal growth in your life. We recognize counseling as the "window of opportunity" to address the issues in life that hold people back from having satisfying relationships, healthy families and productive lives. Our staff is fully licensed and trained to help individuals, couples, and families dealing with a vast array of life problems and emotional issues. We look forward to sharing your personal life journey and helping you to a richer life experience.
Welcome to our agency of qualified counselors,therapists and psychiatrist, who are passionate about creating positive life change and personal growth in your life. We recognize counseling as the "window of opportunity" to address the issues in life that hold people back from having satisfying relationships, healthy families and productive lives. Our staff is fully licensed and trained to help individuals, couples, and families dealing with a vast array of life problems and emotional issues. We look forward to sharing your personal life journey and helping you to a richer life experience.
Hello & welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker experienced working with diverse clientele in a variety of settings. An important part of my work is understanding how the systems we interact with shape our mental health and well being, and how these experiences can vary among individuals. I am currently open to adult clients, and my goal is to create a safe and non-judgemental space supporting individuals of any race, identity, orientation, or religion.
Hello & welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker experienced working with diverse clientele in a variety of settings. An important part of my work is understanding how the systems we interact with shape our mental health and well being, and how these experiences can vary among individuals. I am currently open to adult clients, and my goal is to create a safe and non-judgemental space supporting individuals of any race, identity, orientation, or religion.
There are numerous reasons why an individual makes a decision to seek therapy. From my perspective, the key factor in being able to examine your individual reasons is based upon the relationship between yourself and your therapist. I offer a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment in order to explore your individual needs with a commitment to placing the highest priority on your care. We will work collaboratively to identify and address your concerns in order to foster meaningful change in your life. My clinical experience has included working not only with individuals but couples, families and groups.
There are numerous reasons why an individual makes a decision to seek therapy. From my perspective, the key factor in being able to examine your individual reasons is based upon the relationship between yourself and your therapist. I offer a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment in order to explore your individual needs with a commitment to placing the highest priority on your care. We will work collaboratively to identify and address your concerns in order to foster meaningful change in your life. My clinical experience has included working not only with individuals but couples, families and groups.
We all have our answers inside ourselves. Some of us have answers that are closer to the surface. Some of us have answers that are deeper and harder to get to. It can be frustrating to reach out for help but be met with a counseling approach that is not helpful to you. One counseling approach that works for one person will not work well with another. I work to understand your perspective of your concern, and we work together to identify an effective therapeutic approach to finding your answers.
Telehealth sessions available: Secure Zoom (private pay), HeadWay (insurance). In-home sessions in the greater Plainfield Illinois area
We all have our answers inside ourselves. Some of us have answers that are closer to the surface. Some of us have answers that are deeper and harder to get to. It can be frustrating to reach out for help but be met with a counseling approach that is not helpful to you. One counseling approach that works for one person will not work well with another. I work to understand your perspective of your concern, and we work together to identify an effective therapeutic approach to finding your answers.
Telehealth sessions available: Secure Zoom (private pay), HeadWay (insurance). In-home sessions in the greater Plainfield Illinois area
Life transitions and persistent stress can leave anyone feeling stuck, disconnected or struggling with uncertainty. I specialize in helping individuals identify core patterns and develop practical, evidence-based tools to regain control and clarity. Together, we will create a clear path forward that honors your goals and strengthens your resilience.
Life transitions and persistent stress can leave anyone feeling stuck, disconnected or struggling with uncertainty. I specialize in helping individuals identify core patterns and develop practical, evidence-based tools to regain control and clarity. Together, we will create a clear path forward that honors your goals and strengthens your resilience.
Taking the first steps towards confronting problems in one’s life can feel both brave and a little (or very!) overwhelming. You don't have to do it alone. I can provide a non-judgmental space where you will experience feeling seen, heard, and valued. Together, we will focus on your strengths to uncover new solutions, build confidence, and create meaningful change in your life.
Taking the first steps towards confronting problems in one’s life can feel both brave and a little (or very!) overwhelming. You don't have to do it alone. I can provide a non-judgmental space where you will experience feeling seen, heard, and valued. Together, we will focus on your strengths to uncover new solutions, build confidence, and create meaningful change in your life.
If you feel depressed, anxious, suffer from low self-esteem, or seem disconnected from your life, it can be hard just to start the day. You might struggle to find motivation in all areas of your life, have difficulty building or enjoying relationships, or have a hard time imagining a brighter future. Depression, anxiety, and trauma make it hard to connect to your strengths and cope with life. I specialize in helping my clients connect with their strengths, develop compassion for themselves, and increase their resilience. Why wait any longer to start your journey to well-being?
If you feel depressed, anxious, suffer from low self-esteem, or seem disconnected from your life, it can be hard just to start the day. You might struggle to find motivation in all areas of your life, have difficulty building or enjoying relationships, or have a hard time imagining a brighter future. Depression, anxiety, and trauma make it hard to connect to your strengths and cope with life. I specialize in helping my clients connect with their strengths, develop compassion for themselves, and increase their resilience. Why wait any longer to start your journey to well-being?
Childhood experiences have a huge impact on who we become as adults and are often the root of our pain. Therapy allows you to start untangling your past to see how it connects to your present. The things you need to heal, are already within you. I offer both solution-focused interventions aimed at easing your emotional discomfort and long-term depth work to discover what's at the bottom of that discomfort. I create a safe, accepting space for you to come as you are, while helping you identify how you want to grow. While relationships are often the source of our pain, they are also the source of our healing.
Childhood experiences have a huge impact on who we become as adults and are often the root of our pain. Therapy allows you to start untangling your past to see how it connects to your present. The things you need to heal, are already within you. I offer both solution-focused interventions aimed at easing your emotional discomfort and long-term depth work to discover what's at the bottom of that discomfort. I create a safe, accepting space for you to come as you are, while helping you identify how you want to grow. While relationships are often the source of our pain, they are also the source of our healing.
I help people learn to forgive themselves for not being 'perfect' through eclectic evidence based modalities while also incorporating psychoeducation and lived experience – learning to give yourself the grace you deserve as well as increasing the ease with which you healthily cope with the stressors of life; To learn to create space for yourself and gain a sense of self acceptance and self actualization. I engage with you conversationally to create movement and change towards a healthy outcome through a relational and supportive approach. You are doing your best to navigate through a contradictory world.
I help people learn to forgive themselves for not being 'perfect' through eclectic evidence based modalities while also incorporating psychoeducation and lived experience – learning to give yourself the grace you deserve as well as increasing the ease with which you healthily cope with the stressors of life; To learn to create space for yourself and gain a sense of self acceptance and self actualization. I engage with you conversationally to create movement and change towards a healthy outcome through a relational and supportive approach. You are doing your best to navigate through a contradictory world.
Hello, I'm Neelma Zafar, a dedicated mental health therapist committed to breaking down the stigma surrounding mental well-being. Regardless of your cultural background, I firmly believe that your mental and emotional health deserves the same attention as your physical well-being. Taking the courageous step to seek help can be daunting, but I am here to meet you where you are, embracing your unique strengths. My therapeutic approach is rooted in trauma-focused and evidence-based methods, empowering clients on their journey to healing.
Hello, I'm Neelma Zafar, a dedicated mental health therapist committed to breaking down the stigma surrounding mental well-being. Regardless of your cultural background, I firmly believe that your mental and emotional health deserves the same attention as your physical well-being. Taking the courageous step to seek help can be daunting, but I am here to meet you where you are, embracing your unique strengths. My therapeutic approach is rooted in trauma-focused and evidence-based methods, empowering clients on their journey to healing.
My ideal clients include individuals, couples, and families exploring their identity and what truly matters to them. They often feel emotionally disconnected and unsure about their path. Typically, they seek therapy to rebuild hope, enhance self-awareness, and align their lives more closely with their values. They want to feel understood, overcome fear, and create authentic lives.
My ideal clients include individuals, couples, and families exploring their identity and what truly matters to them. They often feel emotionally disconnected and unsure about their path. Typically, they seek therapy to rebuild hope, enhance self-awareness, and align their lives more closely with their values. They want to feel understood, overcome fear, and create authentic lives.
Hi, my name is Neelma Zafar. The stigma in many cultures around mental health can be debilitating. I believe that no matter what background you are coming from, your mental and emotional health should be made as much of a priority as your physical health. Taking the first step and asking for help can be intimidating, but I meet my clients where they are and get to know them and their strengths. My approach is trauma-focused and evidence-based therapy and I believe in empowering my clients.
Hi, my name is Neelma Zafar. The stigma in many cultures around mental health can be debilitating. I believe that no matter what background you are coming from, your mental and emotional health should be made as much of a priority as your physical health. Taking the first step and asking for help can be intimidating, but I meet my clients where they are and get to know them and their strengths. My approach is trauma-focused and evidence-based therapy and I believe in empowering my clients.
You may be struggling with anxiety, chronic stress, burnout, low self-esteem, or navigating a major life transition. On the outside, you may appear to be managing, but internally you feel exhausted, uncertain, or disconnected from yourself and what you want. You may be seeking relief, clarity, and a sense of balance, but aren’t sure how to get there on your own.
You may be struggling with anxiety, chronic stress, burnout, low self-esteem, or navigating a major life transition. On the outside, you may appear to be managing, but internally you feel exhausted, uncertain, or disconnected from yourself and what you want. You may be seeking relief, clarity, and a sense of balance, but aren’t sure how to get there on your own.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I enjoy working with young children, adults, couples and families. I received my MS in Marital and Family Therapy from The Family Institute at Northwestern University along with extensive clinical training at The Family Institute's Bette D. Harris Family and Child Clinic. I am a clinical member of The American Assoc. for Marriage and Family Therapy, Intl Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation, Intl Society of Traumatic Stress, and the American Psychological Assoc. I am also a Perinatal Mental Health Clinician for the Perinatal Depression Program as part of Northshore University Health Systems.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I enjoy working with young children, adults, couples and families. I received my MS in Marital and Family Therapy from The Family Institute at Northwestern University along with extensive clinical training at The Family Institute's Bette D. Harris Family and Child Clinic. I am a clinical member of The American Assoc. for Marriage and Family Therapy, Intl Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation, Intl Society of Traumatic Stress, and the American Psychological Assoc. I am also a Perinatal Mental Health Clinician for the Perinatal Depression Program as part of Northshore University Health Systems.
Gretchen Zagzebski
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Throughout our lives we face many different changes that require us to transition. We navigate shifts in our relationships both within our families and outside of our families. We experience shifts in our careers, parenting, in loss and in love. With every new chapter, we process these changes and we move forward.
Throughout our lives we face many different changes that require us to transition. We navigate shifts in our relationships both within our families and outside of our families. We experience shifts in our careers, parenting, in loss and in love. With every new chapter, we process these changes and we move forward.