"I pride myself on meeting my clients where they are, and working collaboratively with each of my clients and couples. We all at times go through periods when processing, whether towards change or healing, becomes necessary. I hope to make that process a bit more comfortable, so that you are not alone, and also to help you move through your journey with integrity and intention. Many of my clients report feeling it to be easier to approach difficult topics due to us having a friendly relationship as a foundation. I believe that foundation is in part created due to our efforts in seeing and validating their own internal strengths."

"Ashley received both her Masters of Social Work and Bachelors of Science in Psychology degrees at Loyola University Chicago. "

"I believe in using an integrative, compassionate, and creative relationship-based approach that utilizes techniques from cognitive-behavioral, existential, EMDR, and Clinical Hypnosis. I adapt my approach to match the needs of the person and meet them where they are. I believe in treating the whole person through a collaborative relationship that utilizes individual strengths and experiences to discover new ways to cope with the difficulties we experience throughout life. More than anything I believe there is always hope for every client and my goal is to help them create a unique and meaningful avenue to positive change."

"Are you feeling frustrated, discouraged, or uncertain in your life or relationship? Are you struggling with how to change or find relief? You are not alone. We all struggle at various times with the important relationships in our life...including the relationship with ourselves! Uncertainty and change are stressful, but with the right perspective and tools your goals, dreams, best self, and thriving relationships are all possible. I am here to offer empathy, guidance, information, insight, and support, as you tackle the challenges in front of you. "

"Are you struggling with your life and feeling overwhelmed, does it feel like you can never catch a break, has it began to affect various relationships in your life. Life is hard (sometimes) but it doesn't have to be all the time. Sometimes we just need an outside perspective, someone to help us unravel the never-ending web of {STUFF}. Often times people struggle in a few domains that cause things to go haywire. It can range from something as simple as prioritizing life's responsibilities, improving communication skills, setting boundaries or more serious, unraveling past trauma, family conflict, etc. whatever the case I can help."

"Psychotherapy is an opportunity to help achieve transformation within ourselves. While it may be difficult to find the right therapist to work with at first, I find my warm, empathetic, friendly, straight-forward approach helps my clients work through issues to find peace and purpose within their lives, as we work collaboratively to find the right therapeutic approach that works for you. I particularly enjoy couples work, and I have expertise working with perinatal mood disordered clients, infertility challenges, basically all phases of pregnancy, including pre and post, for which I have completed certification training."

"I am a clinician specializing in working with children, adolescent, and young adult clients that are struggling in the areas of emotional regulation, anxiety management, social skills building, and managing challenging relationships. I do my best to put clients at ease with my warm and authentic presence. I incorporate multiple therapeutic orientations, tailoring treatment plans to client’s needs while operating from a strengths based and trauma-informed lens. Specifically, I use CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, and family systems theory in my practice. "

"You feel disconnected from others – or worse, yourself. You’re overwhelmed and crave calmness, connection. You may feel stuck and desire change but don’t know how to make a move. You’re not sure how to manage what you’re feeling or thinking, and it’s too much to carry on your own. You find it difficult to connect to the world around you. You carry shame and/or self-doubt. Maybe you don’t feel you fit in or are having difficulty finding your voice, your community, or your life’s work. Perhaps you’re curious about your creativity or spirituality and are seeking ways to integrate these aspects into your daily life. "

"DAYTIME APPTS ONLY I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a M.S in Child Development & Family Studies, specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy, from Purdue University. I specialize in working with couples, parents and co-parents, families, teens and Adults. My systemic approach goes beyond the individual and addresses problems within the context of people's relationships and environment. I believe relationships form a key part of health & well-being and strive to help people work through/resolve their emotional injuries to achieve happiness & harmony internally (within one's self) and externally (in relationships)."

"Could you believe there may be another way to look at your experiences and ideas about yourself and your life? Maybe you're new to therapy and ready to try a different approach. Or maybe therapy has been helpful in the past and you're looking for a tune up. As uncertain that first step may seem, with the right fit it may open up possibilities for you and set you on a new path."

"I specialize in the combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based techniques for working past anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is active, hands on, and emphasizes a problem-solving approach to moving beyond obstacles. Mindfulness practice involves observing thoughts, feelings, and sensations with non-judgmental awareness, which can lead to deeper understanding of ourselves and greater contentment. Studies support CBT as the gold-standard psychotherapy for anxiety and depression, and show that mindfulness amplifies these effects, further decreasing distress, enhancing well-being, and even improving immune functioning."

"Fuller Counseling was founded with the mission of creating a space that is comfortable, warm, compassionate, and free of judgment. We aim to work with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples and families to challenge negative beliefs, patterns, maladaptive coping skills, along with other difficult cycles that may have appeared throughout the course of life. We work with clients to create goals and treatment plans that will lead to healthier ways of living and utilize productive coping mechanisms. We empower our clients to make changes and gain insight that will stop old patterns and increase self-awareness and confidence."

"Head/Heart Therapy provides a foundation of serenity, understanding and balance for people struggling with various challenges in life. Our therapists offer a unique set of skills to provide integrative, holistic care in a healing environment. Head/Heart Therapy is a group therapy practice specializing in the treatment of adults and adolescents struggling with shame, addiction, mood/anxiety disorders, and many other difficulties of life. We aim to increase our clients' capacity for self-compassion, empowerment and efficacy by helping diminish unnecessary suffering. We seek to develop authentic, caring connections with clients through empathy, kindness, patience and hope."

"It's my belief that you can't help how you feel, but you can help what you do about it. By enhancing your state of mind, and investing in a better relationship with yourself you can make a lasting improvement in your life. Through the development of a professional, safe, empathic and fulfilling relationship with my clients I'm able to provide exceptional counseling services to adults, children, teens & their families dealing with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, social anxiety, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, self-esteem, work-life balance, grieving, infertility issues, ADHD & others."

"Starting therapy can be intimidating but you are not alone. I aim to create an environment that allows for my clients to feel safe and supported in their efforts to better themselves. I believe that self-compassion is of utmost importance and I aim to help my clients recognize their strengths as well as identify their personal struggles and pains. I believe that the most growth occurs when we understand all components of ourselves. I aim to help clients leave each session feeling more empowered than when they entered."

"My approach to the therapeutic process is one that stresses creating a safe, trusting, respectful relationship with my clients. I recognize that different people respond to different interventions and I am comfortable with an eclectic approach to foster change. I am naturally someone who enjoys people and engaging them in examining what they value and want for their life. I am also action oriented. Life is a series of choices. Insight is vital but lasting change happens when we do something different that is effective in building our self-esteem and a new perspective on life's possibilities."

"Therapy is about finding someone who matches your style. Someone who will listen with an open ear and remains non-judgmental, all while pushing you outside of your comfort zone. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important piece of therapy. In life you will encounter a lot of experiences that can leave you with feelings of uncertainty, overwhelmed, and overall dissatisfaction. The decision to seek therapy is positive and courageous, and I’m glad you have made this choice. As a therapist, I believe in bridging the gap that can ultimately lead you on the path to being the best version of yourself. "

"I believe that emotional growth is best achieved within a non judgmental, compassionate and safe therapeutic relationship. I recognize that each person is the expert on his or her life and we work collaboratively to identify areas clients would like to address. The client and I work together to examine thoughts, feelings and behaviors; we identify patterns, develop tools, and find ways to respond differently. Understanding and strengthening relationships is also a crucial part of my work with clients. Ultimately, I focus on clients' strengths and work to empower them to promote positive change, growth, and healing in their lives."