Therapists in Rockford, IL

Life isn't easy and we are not born all knowing. Throughout our life span, we face exciting and terrifying situations that impact the way we function every day and how we interact with others. Then, we feel like we are the only ones suffering, and feelings of loneliness emerge. Our first reaction is to hide and portray that we are doing fine. Then we try dealing with the problem on our own. Later, we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed. We start experiencing extreme difficulties just trying to deal with simple daily life tasks. This is where I come in!

The GLPG support staff will personally match you with a best-fit therapist who accepts your insurance and is available to see you online or in person at a time that works for you. The GLPG provider network comprises doctoral and master’s level psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. Benefits include online and in-person therapy options, night and weekend availability, and most insurance plans accepted. Additionally, our knowledgeable and helpful support staff are available to answer your questions or help with anything you might need at any point along the therapy journey.

Life presents many challenges for all of us and at times we need assistance to move ahead. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I am committed to providing the best treatment possible to help you succeed. Whether you are experiencing marital, family, couple, or personal challenges, together we will work to provide meaningful solutions to your unique situation. My areas of experience include Marriage and Couples Counseling, Blended Family Therapy, Individual, Adolescents, ADHD, Anxiety and Depression.

The counselors at HOPE - Child and Family Counseling/Adolescent and Adult Therapy specialize in therapy to promote emotional healing across the lifespan. We provide an atmosphere of acceptance and hope. Our skills are grounded in interpersonal connections and current interventions in neurobiology, attachment, cognitive-behavioral, trauma, family systems, child/play therapy, drug and alcohol treatment, and more. We apply principles that treat the whole person while knowing that the body, mind, and social world can interplay with how we feel, think, and navigate through life. Locations: Roscoe, IL, Gurnee, IL, and Janesville, WI.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a broad range of experience counseling children, adolescents, and adults. I am committed to assisting individuals, couples, and families in their unique life circumstances. I believe that I can best help others by being a warm, welcoming and sincere person. I treat issues such as depression, anxiety, abuse and trauma. I also work with children and adolescents who are having behavior problems in school. I tend to have an eclectic approach, often using cognitive behavioral and solution focused counseling techniques.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Rockford. I have a Ph.D., in Counseling Psychology from Andrews University, an APA accredited program. I approach mental health and emotional wellness from an insight oriented perspective. I believe that an understanding of one’s early childhood environment is essential to an understanding of one’s functioning in adulthood. It allows clients to gain insight into their anxieties, depression, mood dysregulation, emotional problems, and inner conflicts.

The need to adapt, to learn, and grow can often be a difficult one, but I am here to be able to help guide your journey to rediscovering the best you. Your therapy will be shaped to you, as a unique individual, and you will have the opportunity to share in a space that is open with empathy, warmth, and unconditional positive regard. Here, we can learn about ourselves, where our fears and stressors lie, build our self-esteem and communication, and overcome the barriers that have shifted us away from the center of our own universes.

My work is dedicated to helping others develop healthy relationships with themselves and others. My passion is assisting others so that they may achieve balance and happiness in their life. I am available to help whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, or relationship difficulties.

My aim is to promote emotional and relational well-being through the therapeutic connection. I offer individual therapy, couples therapy, parent guidance and workshops. I provide treatment in a safe environment that is meaningful and adapted to the needs of the individual client. At the same time, my methods are rooted in research and psychological knowledge. As a therapist, I am committed and active to work together to find out what’s important for you to work with to have a richer life in line with your own needs.

Every person on this planet is an individual with their own unique experiences and responses. This means that you are the ultimate authority on your life. If you're currently feeling like life isn't quite going your way, I'm here to help you explore solutions so you can embrace YOUR best version of life. Whether it involves improving relationships, boosting self-esteem, tackling feelings of depression or anxiety, addressing substance use, or overcoming any other obstacles holding you back from being your best self, I'm here to assist.

I believe in the importance of each individual and in honoring your story, and it is my sole purpose to have clients feel valued and understood, within a trusting, open minded relationship. I operate from a strengths based perspective, offering hope and healing to individuals and families. Testimonial:: "My oldest son and I have worked with Karyn for about three years. She has truly been the light at the end of a very difficult and dark tunnel. Our family will forever be very grateful for her help! Karyn is truly gifted at what she does."

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will examine long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Change (no matter what it is) challenges your perceptions, feeling, memories, habits, and relationships. It starts out hard and messy, but it is growth. You are becoming a better parent, friend, partner, worker. But, you may not yet have much confidence in the decisions you're making. You want someone to listen carefully and to not question your sanity, in a non-judgmental, compassionate and insightful way. You know self questioning is normal, but you also know that talking it over with someone who has your best interests at heart will help you to feel better and more confident about your choices.

Success of therapeutic change begins with the relationship between you and your therapist. I believe effective change grows from a foundation of trust, respect, and the understanding of your desire for self-improvement. I work with you collaboratively to identify areas of concern while providing support throughout the counseling process. You have unique experiences that shape who you are, and how you respond to situations. I believe in helping others understand how these experiences influence their responses in the present.

I believe that life is a journey with moments including lessons, hardships, and celebrations. All can lead us towards personal growth- especially with some help along the way. We are all equipped with the ability to make choices that redefine our lives and, in the process, find peace in the midst of suffering. We are not defined by our weaknesses, strengths, past traumas, choices, or diagnoses. Rather, we are all equipped with the inner strength to change our destiny. Together, we can work together to help achieve your goals so we can live a richer life and learn to play in the rain.

You’re feeling stuck, unhappy with where your life is, afraid to make the next decision, or afraid that you’ve already made the wrong decision. You fight with the inner voice of doubt and anxiety every day and don’t know where to turn. You may look like you have it all together to anyone looking at your life from the outside, but you don’t feel successful. Covid-19, political unrest, and the changing climate have changed your outlook on the future. You aren't sure what you need to do, but you know that everything you have done so far hasn't worked.

I have extensive direct experience with treating both substance abuse and mental health in various treatment settings and levels of care. Many times clients resort to alcohol, drugs, addictive behaviors as a means to cope with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other forms of trauma and mental health issues. I use both exposure and neuroscience based therapies to treat trauma. I believe in recovery focused approaches that may include psychiatric care, community supports, and 12 Step and faith based support groups. It is essential to help clients decide what they want to do with the presenting problem..

Accepting NEW Clients! Have you been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, lost, or like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster lately? Maybe you've had some really difficult experiences and are at a loss on how to move forward, leaving you feeling directionless. Or, maybe you have had a major change in your life and are struggling to cope with it. It has all been so consuming to the point that you’re exhausted by it all. You are so ready to finally be able to come to a place of clarity, direction, peace, fulfillment, and to just have some relief. You have tried to figure it out on your own, and you're left feeling the same, if not worse.

As a licensed social worker and therapist, Amy works with clients in a safe and collaborative environment to work through struggles related to relationships, trauma, anxiety, depression, childhood difficulties, and life transitions. She believes it is the connection to our emotions and our relationships that help us reach our personal goals and live fully. Amy works with all walks of life, including individuals, couples, and families using evidence-based therapies and research tailored to each client’s goals and needs.