Teletherapy for Illinois

For over 15 years I have worked with children, teens and adults managing difficulties with social, emotional and behavioral difficulties. The diverse experience with each age has given me insight to share in the therapy room with you. I address each challenge with great care and energy to help move toward growth with you or your child to find understanding and greater ways of coping, being in relationships and thriving.

I have over 25 years experience treating adults, families, adolescents, and couples. I specialize in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and psychotic disorders. I am a published author who has presented my research on group psychotherapy nationally and internationally. I am also a licensed massage therapist who practices mind/body work. As a past board member with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), and a past member of APA's Task force on severe mental illness, I am an advocate for individuals and families who struggle with the stigma associated with these disorders. As a retired professor at Midwestern University.

I am a seasoned mental health counselor with 15 years of experience working with people who have diverse needs. I am skilled at assessing and treating emotional and behavioral issues and providing appropriate and evidence-based therapies and interventions. I have a proven track record of achieving effective results and positive outcomes of treatment; validated by clients in post-session evaluation surveys. I am compassionate, understanding, and friendly when working with clients in any situation. For more information, visit soultherapycounselling webpage and social media.

I believe each individual has a unique story that is waiting to be told. One of the blessings I experience, as a counselor and therapist, is the privilege of being brought into the stories of my clients and helping them move forward in life when they feel "stuck". Whether the obstacles include abuse, anger, anxiety, career issues, fear, depression, relationships or family problems, spiritual difficulties, or something else, there is hope!

Phillip (Phil) Garcia is a Licensed Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working with young people. He has experience working with children in crisis, with trauma-informed practice as well as young people with depression, anxiety and panic, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Adjustment Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD (including Asperger's), Attention deficit/hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD), and a wide range of social-emotional and developmental challenges. Phil aims to deliver evidenced-based interventions that the family can maintain and generalize to all areas of the child’s life. (Video or Lakeview/Lincoln Park)

I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy and seek to empower my clients through collaboration in treatment. My worldview and theoretical approach is rooted in a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and holistic framework and utilizes interventions from methodologies such as Somatic Experiencing, existentialism, psychodynamic, and person-centered psychotherapy. Therapy can be a powerful tool to hold space for clients and I come from a place of empowerment to help give clients space to process and dialogue through thoughts and feelings.

As a trauma informed psychotherapist, I help individuals struggling with relationships, depression, anxieties, mood disorders, stress, panic attacks, emotions, certain behaviors, sexual and abuse history, goal setting and life adjustments and transitions. Many of my clients have experienced lots of emotional distress. Many are experiencing relationship issues they feel are insurmountable, flashbacks, Self- esteem, confidence and intimacy problems. They are looking to change, break cycles. They feel exhausted, nothing they tried on their own has worked. They are looking for direction, guidance and support. I'm here to help.

Trauma can make you feel like someone has robbed you of your innocence, purpose, sense of belonging, your voice, and ability to feel safe in your own body. You might be searching for a sense of control, but feeling completely powerless. You escape into activities or relationships in order to feel anything at all and other times to make the feelings stop all together. You may have developed parts of yourself in order to survive, but what would life look like if you could shed old scripts and truly live a life that’s worth living?

Are you tired of spending all your time in therapy educating your therapist instead of working on what you need? Looking for a therapist who specializes in struggles with identity, sexual orientation, diverse sexual groups, such as kink/BDSM; relationship orientation such as polyamory, relationship anarchy, or swinging; anxiety, depression, HIV/AIDS, and other chronic illness; secular or alternative faiths such as paganism; and are seeking patient-centered, compassionate, and affirming care?

Has life become overwhelming? Has the pandemic taken its toll on you on top of everything else? No matter what has you feeling off-balance, we can get you back on track and moving forward again. I enjoy cultivating a safe, non-judgmental space for self-discovery and compassionate discussion. My passion is to help clients become aware of their inner strengths and learn how to use them with the skills they have learned so they can lead their best life.

*Specializes in teletherapy* Shanelle is a mental health therapist, trainer, author, and life coach. Having experienced a multitude of obstacles, Shanelle decided at a young age to spend her life's purpose learning to heal and helping others to heal. Shanelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing mental health counseling since 2016. Shanelle enjoys family, painting, gardening, and self-development. Shanelle's ideal client is a person in the Action phase of change, and a person who is willing to try new skills inside and outside of sessions.

My entire therapeutic practice is based on three words: I believe you. How often in life (both past and present) have individuals struggled with someone believing them? How easy it is to be judged and misunderstood. A lack of being believed, coupled with being both judged and misunderstood are often what create low self-esteem, depression, trauma, fear and anxiety: all of which can affect relationships, friendships, family life, work, school etc. With support, change and healing are realistic possibilities.

Private Psychotherapist & Consultant, licensed as a clinical professional counselor and learning behavior specialist with 15+ years experience, serving people on the gifted, talented, twice-exceptional (2e), professional, public-figure, straight, LGBTQIA+, anxiety, depressive, bipolar, obsessive, monogamous, ethically non-monogamous, ADHD, autism, and other neurodivergent spectrums. If you (or someone you love) feel overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, depressed, misunderstood, etc.—or you simply desire to work with a person who facilitates more optimal functioning and genuine wellbeing—then please reach out to see if I have an opening.

I believe that you can create the change and happiness that you want. I believe in creating a safe and healing space where you are able to explore what is brining you to therapy. I have extensive experience working with trauma survivors; and believe therapy is a space where you are able to decide how you want to be supported and when. More importantly, I am excited to serve you, as you create the changes in your life. Piece by piece, building the life that you deserve and want.

You may feel like you don’t know who you are or you can't figure out what you truly want to do. You could be struggling to put these pieces together, leaving you feeling lost or like you're stuck in the mud. You may not know how to fix it, how to find the resources or how to get the support you need to figure things out. You could even be starting to feel alone, down or so hurt it feels like you're slowly withering away. These worries could build up until you can't take it anymore. I believe that everyone has a sparkling gem inside that will lead us to who we are.

Are you tired of arguing with your spouse? How about concerned about your child? Do you think you have ADHD because of recent concerns with inattention, distractibility, stress or impulsivity? If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, call/email my staff today. We are known for our ability to truly get to the root of the matter. We know how to get through to people, mostly because we understand where they are coming from, and how to identify and capitalize on their strengths. Clients often report improvement in a few short weeks. With therapy and neuropsych testing available, this is a one-stop shop for many of your needs.

Therapeutic interventions include integrative approaches along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Psycho-Education, as well as Eastern philosophical tenets, and EMDR. If you deal with Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Addiction issues, a Trauma history, Dissociative Disorders or Personality Disorders, you will receive competent, compassionate and empathic care. Treatment needs can be met through individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and/or group therapy. Other issues that I can help you with are Eating Disorders, Weight management, Pain management/somatic issues. as well as Grief/Loss issues. Check out my Facebook page "Nancy Krtek Mind/Body Practitioner."

I've always sought mentors to guide me through life's trials, and luckily found many along the way. Now I pass on the sum of their wisdom along with my own. Therapy, a process of healing, happens through shared presence and expanding awareness. It's a safe place where truth can be expressed and pain transformed. We typically cope with pain through distraction, intoxication or denial. Learning to be emotionally sober we can heal our relationships - with ourselves and others. "Process" addictions, loss, trauma and shame are respectfully addressed. Empowerment, clarity, healing and comfort with emotional intimacy are consequences.

I specialize in working with people who are struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, perfectionism, and stress management. I use an integrative approach that helps you better understand the ties between thought patterns, past experiences and stressors, and your emotions.