Therapists in Naperville, IL

I look forward to working with individuals that are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and re-balancing their life. There comes a time in all of our lives where we need the compassion and support of a therapist that truly is present and cares. I will offer you a safe space to process and work through your challenges. Life is but a journey and it is meant for us to enjoy our lives. Yes, there will be some challenges, but we can get through the challenges when we have the tools and a support system to help us along our path.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist, Embodied Yoga Teacher, and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and performance anxiety. I also work with women in transition facing the quandary of what to do next in their lives. I look forward to helping you travel through what is overwhelming to a place in which you are able to experience the spaciousness, grace and joy of life.

Are you the kind of person who has a hard time putting yourself first, but you know the value of it? Then 515 is the place for you. We make taking care of yourself, both mentally and physically, convenient and fun. We do both at the same time in one session, for you and/or your family, so you don’t have to run around to so many different places to get the expertise you need. Even better, most insurances cover the cost of a session, so you don’t have to feel guilty about spending money and/or taking the time for yourself and/or your family. 515 puts together a personalized plan for you, for both your mental and physical health goal

I support women who are amazing caretakers to others, but find themselves feeling unable to prioritize taking better care of themselves! They feel depleated, stuck and unsatisfierd with thier life! We can all list many examples of self care; but why aren't we praciticng it? When we partner together, I empower my clients to overcome the obstacles that hold them back. I do this through a two step, results driven process which gives women a deep understanding of themselves and redirects their actions to support prioritizng their emotional health so that they can be their best self; whether that's mom, wife, friend or entrepreneur.

Dr. Ansell approaches counseling with humility, compassion, and reverence for his clients. Dr. Ansell provides a uniquely open and nonjudgmental atmosphere that allows his clients the freedom to express themselves and grow as individuals. Dr. Ansell has a diverse history of life experiences that affords him the ability to engage empathically with his clients. He has extensive experience with people of many faiths, backgrounds, and concerns. Dr. Ansell enjoys working with a variety of clients.

WHEN LIFE CHANGES OR NEEDS TO CHANGE, you want to figure out what this means for you and those around you - especially during times of crisis, when you simply feel stuck, or when overwhelmed by more than one problem. I work very successfully with adults and teens to tackle difficult problems - including LIFE TRANSITIONS AND RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES OF ALL TYPES whether partner, parent/teen, professional or personal - and help you gently move through any deeply felt emotions of loss, frustration, or anger. I help you navigate through tough periods of stress, sadness, depression, and/or crippling anxiety symptoms - and guide you to enjoy renewed hope.

My method is wholistic and compassionate counseling for individuals and couples. I try to create a safe harbor for change for adults dealing with life issues such as self-esteem, relationships, grief or loss, goal-setting and anxiety. I try to get people in touch with their own truth in a safe, non-judgmental, empathetic environment. I enjoy giving couples tools for resolving conflict and learning to fight fairly.

Do you or someone you love feel overwhelmed with life's challenges? Are mental health issues impacting your relationships, work/school and well being? Are you looking to find fulfillment in your daily life? Life can be hard. I am here to help navigate through life's challenges to encourage growth, change and healing. I am passionate about building meaningful relationships with my clients through a lens of compassion, collaboration and empowerment. I use an eclectic approach to therapy to integrate various forms of evidence-based strategies to encourage self-expression in a way that feels comfortable to the client.

My goal is to help you strengthen the relationship with yourself, so you can create the life you want. By becoming the observer of your inner mental world, you can gain insight and understanding of beliefs, thoughts, and feelings that create discomfort in your life. Through the therapeutic process, you can learn coping skills for navigating intense feelings, like anger or anxiety, so they do not control your behavior. You can identify boundaries you might need and rewrite disempowering narratives that lead to anxiety, sadness, or conflict with others.

I believe therapy offers a hurting individual the opportunity to talk though, identify, and heal struggles that they are experiencing in the life. By using a person centered approach, I assist individuals, couples, and adolescents to feel whole again. I welcome all cultures, including first responders, frontline workers, and their families. I help clients develop coping skills that meet their individual needs to better understand themselves and the world they live in,

With over 30 years of clinical experience, Valerie takes a collaborative and direct approach to effectively create a safe space for families who face issues associated with chronic illness, divorce, eating disorders and addiction recovery. Some situations are best handled with traditional “talk” therapies, while other concerns may need more active interventions to modify an unproductive behavior pattern or lifestyle.

Dr. Laura Bokar is the CEO/President of Fox Valley Institute for Growth and Wellness and has been an individual, marital/couple and family therapist for almost three decades. Her approach is tailored to the client's need. She is an open, non-threatening therapist with a sense of humor. Dr. Laura is a LMFT, LCPC and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. She is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). She is also certified in Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Critical Incident Response, Prepare/Enrich Pre-Marital Assessment, Primary Care Behavioral Health, and DBT.

Briarwood Counseling seeks to help people who are struggling to figure out how to feel better in their lives. Cora works with individuals, couples and families struggling with depression, anxiety, life and relationship transitions into and out of parenthood, grief, loss, and rebuilding after abuse and trauma experiences. Sometimes people just feel "stuck" and want their lives to look different or want to move into a more positive space. Cora helps sift through the trouble and find solutions and move forward. Cora loves working with people who want to know themselves better.

I enjoy working with pre-teens, adolescents, adults, and couples who face diverse challenges. I seek to provide a collaborative and caring environment for processing difficult life events. I encourage individuals to develop healthy ways of caring for themselves as they develop acceptance and greater ownership of their life story.

I work with clients 18 years of age or older for individual or couples counseling/psychotherapy. I enjoy and work well with both men and women in individual or couples counseling & therapy. I provide diagnosis and treatment for the full range of cognitive-behavioral-emotional and relational issues or symptomatology that may emerge in life. I also work with those who wish to increase self-confidence, achieve personal growth and restore or create a fulfilling marriage or intimate relationship. I focus on educating couples and facilitating a co-creative process that restores and promotes constructive communication, effective partnering and intimacy.

You are the expert when it comes to your life and your family! My job is to offer support and strategies during tough times. I am committed to understanding everyone who walks through my door as a unique individual. Adults and Children deserve to be treated with patience and respect. We are allowed to make mistakes, take breaks, and ask for help.

Asking for help is a courageous thing to do. It is hard and rewarding work to look at yourself and your life and be willing to make changes. I consider it an honor and privilege to walk with you through this part of your journey. I believe counseling should be an open experience, with trust and collaboration as critical elements. I focus on nurturing a strong, therapeutic relationship that creates an environment where you can feel safe sharing your personal stories. My approach is non-judgmental, accepting, and warm.

While a person can feel better after a good talk with a friend or relative, for moderate or severe emotional distress, this relief is only temporary. Talking with a trained listener helps alleviate emotional distress for good. The doctors in our practice are trained to listen and interact in a way that helps you get to the very root of your emotional concerns.

I work with men and women who are goal orientated and are interested in producing real change in their lives. I focus on issues including, relationships, marriage, divorce, parenting, anxiety, depression, and a variety of addictions. I also specialize in working with parents of teenagers and adolescents. I often use sports analogies and lessons to address issues such as self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and school performance. In addition to working with adults and teenagers, I work with couples focusing on conflict resolution, effective communication, parenting and other life transitions.