Marriage Counseling Therapists in Bonnie, IL
Making a decision to come to counseling can be a frightening one. Please know many people come the first time very apprehensive. Together we will build you up and give you the confidence and tools you need to make healthy life choices. The goal is a healthy, happy you!
Making a decision to come to counseling can be a frightening one. Please know many people come the first time very apprehensive. Together we will build you up and give you the confidence and tools you need to make healthy life choices. The goal is a healthy, happy you!
My name is Gaëlle Vernet and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who is passionate about taking on the journey with people to assist them with identifying the interconnections of different parts of their lives. I have worked as a case manager as well as a mental health specialist, which allowed me to interact with individuals of eclectic backgrounds, including, but not limited to homeless, parolees, substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ, mental health disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, dual diagnosis), and people with other life maladjustments.
My name is Gaëlle Vernet and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who is passionate about taking on the journey with people to assist them with identifying the interconnections of different parts of their lives. I have worked as a case manager as well as a mental health specialist, which allowed me to interact with individuals of eclectic backgrounds, including, but not limited to homeless, parolees, substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ, mental health disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, dual diagnosis), and people with other life maladjustments.
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Ever have the nagging sense that things aren't getting better? Or a fear that life is working out better for people around you? Life can seem so complicated. And busy. It can seem overwhelming to think about how to fix a marriage. Or how to finally face that anxiety you've been running from. It's hard to think about finding time to start getting better. All these thoughts keep us stuck. Stuck in relationships that could be better. Stuck living in a grey depression. What could we achieve if we decided to get unstuck? Hundreds of people every day move from STUCK to a fresh START.
Ever have the nagging sense that things aren't getting better? Or a fear that life is working out better for people around you? Life can seem so complicated. And busy. It can seem overwhelming to think about how to fix a marriage. Or how to finally face that anxiety you've been running from. It's hard to think about finding time to start getting better. All these thoughts keep us stuck. Stuck in relationships that could be better. Stuck living in a grey depression. What could we achieve if we decided to get unstuck? Hundreds of people every day move from STUCK to a fresh START.
Often times life can get tough. It can affect you, your marriage/relationship, your family, your children, your ability to parent, your self-worth, and more than anything, your ability to overcome any obstacles you are facing. I believe within each of us we have the strength to overcome the impossible. Out of pain comes something stronger, better, and the ability to thrive. I believe you already have the answers you seek and you contain the ability to change the worst circumstances. Sometimes our paths are hidden by everything weighing us down, which can make us feel overwhelmed. This can prevent us from seeing a way out...
Often times life can get tough. It can affect you, your marriage/relationship, your family, your children, your ability to parent, your self-worth, and more than anything, your ability to overcome any obstacles you are facing. I believe within each of us we have the strength to overcome the impossible. Out of pain comes something stronger, better, and the ability to thrive. I believe you already have the answers you seek and you contain the ability to change the worst circumstances. Sometimes our paths are hidden by everything weighing us down, which can make us feel overwhelmed. This can prevent us from seeing a way out...
The Wandering is different than most other counseling services. Why? Because I recognize that true healing is impossible with psychology alone. I believe Jesus must be at the center of all therapy. I incorporate Jesus into my therapy...and it works! There is a way out of whatever pain you are experiencing.
The Wandering is different than most other counseling services. Why? Because I recognize that true healing is impossible with psychology alone. I believe Jesus must be at the center of all therapy. I incorporate Jesus into my therapy...and it works! There is a way out of whatever pain you are experiencing.
As a dedicated trauma therapist, my mission is to guide individuals through their most challenging moments and help them find a path to healing and fulfillment. With a Master’s in Social Work from Southern Illinois University and extensive experience across various therapeutic settings, including community mental health centers, private practice, and crisis intervention, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective support.I believe in a trauma-informed approach, ensuring that every client feels safe and understood as they navigate their healing journey.
As a dedicated trauma therapist, my mission is to guide individuals through their most challenging moments and help them find a path to healing and fulfillment. With a Master’s in Social Work from Southern Illinois University and extensive experience across various therapeutic settings, including community mental health centers, private practice, and crisis intervention, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective support.I believe in a trauma-informed approach, ensuring that every client feels safe and understood as they navigate their healing journey.
You deserve to live a life that you love. There are many people who see therapy as something intrusive, not necessary or believing that they will be judged. As a therapist, I believe that the connection built between the patient and therapist is the foundation that can lead you to the life that you want to live. My only goal as a therapist is to help you achieve your goals and to see you become happier with the life you are currently living. Yes, sometimes therapy can bring up painful emotions, memories or events, but this pain can lead to growth and a better life.
You deserve to live a life that you love. There are many people who see therapy as something intrusive, not necessary or believing that they will be judged. As a therapist, I believe that the connection built between the patient and therapist is the foundation that can lead you to the life that you want to live. My only goal as a therapist is to help you achieve your goals and to see you become happier with the life you are currently living. Yes, sometimes therapy can bring up painful emotions, memories or events, but this pain can lead to growth and a better life.
Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
Our significant relationships and life history have shaped our individual beliefs and behaviors. Often times those beliefs and behaviors prove to be limiting and may keep us stuck. At times, we find ourselves anxious or depressed, stressed in our relationships and out of balance. By increasing awareness and healthy living skills, counseling offers an opportunity to change your circumstances and/or your response to them.
Our significant relationships and life history have shaped our individual beliefs and behaviors. Often times those beliefs and behaviors prove to be limiting and may keep us stuck. At times, we find ourselves anxious or depressed, stressed in our relationships and out of balance. By increasing awareness and healthy living skills, counseling offers an opportunity to change your circumstances and/or your response to them.
As a 3rd generation social services worker, I often joke that I was born into this field. I cannot imagine myself in any other profession. This is all I have ever wanted to do. With that being said, I was also born into a society that often refuses to accept the necessity for therapy. Especially for men and people of color. Part of my aim as a clinician is to dispel some of the bias towards seeking help for mental health issues. If you had an injured limb, you would seek out help. If you had contracted a virus, you would seek out help. Why should seeking out help for emotional and mental illness be any different? It should not!
As a 3rd generation social services worker, I often joke that I was born into this field. I cannot imagine myself in any other profession. This is all I have ever wanted to do. With that being said, I was also born into a society that often refuses to accept the necessity for therapy. Especially for men and people of color. Part of my aim as a clinician is to dispel some of the bias towards seeking help for mental health issues. If you had an injured limb, you would seek out help. If you had contracted a virus, you would seek out help. Why should seeking out help for emotional and mental illness be any different? It should not!
Courage isn’t having the strength to go on - it is going on when you don’t feel like you have the strength. You need an immense amount of courage to stay the course and struggle even when you are almost ready to give up on life. I am here to listen, and walk beside you even when it feels like everything and maybe everyone is against you.
Courage isn’t having the strength to go on - it is going on when you don’t feel like you have the strength. You need an immense amount of courage to stay the course and struggle even when you are almost ready to give up on life. I am here to listen, and walk beside you even when it feels like everything and maybe everyone is against you.
Tiffany Shurtz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
I believe Brené Brown said it best, “You are imperfect, you are wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging.” My name is Tiffany Shurtz and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe it is important to have a safe space to learn and grow during the process of self-discovery. I provide a judgement free environment for patients to process thoughts and feelings that hinder the ability to find self-worth. I currently see children ages 10 and older, along with adults of all ages. I have experience in CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Grief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
I believe Brené Brown said it best, “You are imperfect, you are wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging.” My name is Tiffany Shurtz and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe it is important to have a safe space to learn and grow during the process of self-discovery. I provide a judgement free environment for patients to process thoughts and feelings that hinder the ability to find self-worth. I currently see children ages 10 and older, along with adults of all ages. I have experience in CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Grief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
Scott Michael Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Hello! My name is Scott Murray, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in private practice as a psychotherapist. I am a graduate of Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, where I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work and soon after attained my Illinois clinical social work licensure. I have 20+ years experience working in outpatient clinics, in-patient psychiatric treatment facilities, academic institutions, and forensic facilities where I provided assessment and therapy to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
Hello! My name is Scott Murray, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in private practice as a psychotherapist. I am a graduate of Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, where I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work and soon after attained my Illinois clinical social work licensure. I have 20+ years experience working in outpatient clinics, in-patient psychiatric treatment facilities, academic institutions, and forensic facilities where I provided assessment and therapy to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
M Joyce 'joy' Loyd
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Is your life lacking inner peace and joy? Do you feel overwhelmed and feel that you have lost yourself? Stuck in a never ending cycle of depressed feelings, anxiousness and worry? Are your relationships with your family and friends strained or broken? Life and relationships can be hard. You may have suffered trauma, hurt or loss. You may be dealing with situations over which you feel you have no control. Are you ready for a change?
Is your life lacking inner peace and joy? Do you feel overwhelmed and feel that you have lost yourself? Stuck in a never ending cycle of depressed feelings, anxiousness and worry? Are your relationships with your family and friends strained or broken? Life and relationships can be hard. You may have suffered trauma, hurt or loss. You may be dealing with situations over which you feel you have no control. Are you ready for a change?
‘A speaker raises a glass of water and asks the audience, “How heavy do you think this glass of water is?” His answer: “It depends on how long you hold it. It is the exact same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes. If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, we will not be able to carry on, the burden becoming increasingly heavier.”’ Occasionally, we have to set our burdens down so that we are able to recharge and prepare ourselves to continue moving forward. I am deeply committed to providing pathways to support and to create the best environment possible for clients.
‘A speaker raises a glass of water and asks the audience, “How heavy do you think this glass of water is?” His answer: “It depends on how long you hold it. It is the exact same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes. If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, we will not be able to carry on, the burden becoming increasingly heavier.”’ Occasionally, we have to set our burdens down so that we are able to recharge and prepare ourselves to continue moving forward. I am deeply committed to providing pathways to support and to create the best environment possible for clients.
Twana Curry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864 (Online Only)
My name is Twana Curry. I am an LCSW in multiple states with over 20+ years in the field. I am glad you are here, this is the first step in a journey. Do you ever feel like something is missing, but can't put your finger on it Are you looking to go deeper in your journey, wanting to find the calm and balance with your past, present, and your future. This is when we seek guidance, we may be experiencing chronic stress, pain, depression, anxiety, grief, or as of late feeling like this world is not something you recognize any longer.
My name is Twana Curry. I am an LCSW in multiple states with over 20+ years in the field. I am glad you are here, this is the first step in a journey. Do you ever feel like something is missing, but can't put your finger on it Are you looking to go deeper in your journey, wanting to find the calm and balance with your past, present, and your future. This is when we seek guidance, we may be experiencing chronic stress, pain, depression, anxiety, grief, or as of late feeling like this world is not something you recognize any longer.
Joyce L Bechtel-Worthy Life Wellness Pllc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Life can become hard and overwhelming at times. I offer a safe, comfortable environment and I would love to join with you in a collaborative experience to help you gain control and reach your goals.
Life can become hard and overwhelming at times. I offer a safe, comfortable environment and I would love to join with you in a collaborative experience to help you gain control and reach your goals.
Making the decision to begin counseling can be very overwhelming. Many times people think about coming for quite some time before they make the call. I would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have about the counseling process to help ease your mind. We can work together to establish a plan that is best for you.
Making the decision to begin counseling can be very overwhelming. Many times people think about coming for quite some time before they make the call. I would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have about the counseling process to help ease your mind. We can work together to establish a plan that is best for you.
Caroline Crocker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Life is complicated. Both my professional experiences and my own life experiences have taught me this. Women in particular experience unique challenges in today's world. We are faced with pressure from many sources, both internally and externally. I specialize in working with women of all ages, including teen girls. I offer secure, confidential video sessions so you can participate in therapy from the comfort of your home. As women we are often so busy with other responsibilities, that we put ourselves on the back burner. This is an opportunity to take care of you! You deserve it!
Life is complicated. Both my professional experiences and my own life experiences have taught me this. Women in particular experience unique challenges in today's world. We are faced with pressure from many sources, both internally and externally. I specialize in working with women of all ages, including teen girls. I offer secure, confidential video sessions so you can participate in therapy from the comfort of your home. As women we are often so busy with other responsibilities, that we put ourselves on the back burner. This is an opportunity to take care of you! You deserve it!
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. - Lao Tzu. Making the phone call for help sometimes is the hardest part! Do you feel that you have been taking care of everybody but yourself? Counseling is a safe way to tell your story and work through obstacles that have been in your way. It can provide you with insight to help put you in a better place. I would like to hear your story and help you meet your therapy goals!
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. - Lao Tzu. Making the phone call for help sometimes is the hardest part! Do you feel that you have been taking care of everybody but yourself? Counseling is a safe way to tell your story and work through obstacles that have been in your way. It can provide you with insight to help put you in a better place. I would like to hear your story and help you meet your therapy goals!
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.