Michael Pica
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60175
I bring to the practice over ten years of working with adults, adolescents, and their families in outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings. For a period, I served as clinical director of a child and adolescent psychiatric unit. As a result, I frequently takes on adolescents with more significant emotional and behavioral disorders and families in crisis in which hospitalization may be required. Outside of working with adolescents, one of my particular interests is doing marital therapy. Additionally, my specialties with adults are anger management, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, borderline personality disorder, pain management, and men's issues.
I bring to the practice over ten years of working with adults, adolescents, and their families in outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings. For a period, I served as clinical director of a child and adolescent psychiatric unit. As a result, I frequently takes on adolescents with more significant emotional and behavioral disorders and families in crisis in which hospitalization may be required. Outside of working with adolescents, one of my particular interests is doing marital therapy. Additionally, my specialties with adults are anger management, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, borderline personality disorder, pain management, and men's issues.
(630) 318-4998 View (630) 318-4998
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Christine Anderson
Counselor, MSEd, LCPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60175
Christine's areas of expertise include, but are not limited to: Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma, PTSD, Eating Disorders, Marital/Couples Issues, and Adjustment/Life Transitions.
Christine is an experienced therapist who engages clients in the therapeutic process by developing treatment goals based on clients' individual needs. She partners with clients to develop a treatment plan that utilizes the clients' support system which may include their family and other medical providers in order to ensure appropriate treatment goals are set and achieved. Christine enjoys engaging clients in the therapeutic process by giving value to each client's perspective through her client-centered approach. Christine has experience working with adolescents and adults.
Christine's areas of expertise include, but are not limited to: Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma, PTSD, Eating Disorders, Marital/Couples Issues, and Adjustment/Life Transitions.
Christine is an experienced therapist who engages clients in the therapeutic process by developing treatment goals based on clients' individual needs. She partners with clients to develop a treatment plan that utilizes the clients' support system which may include their family and other medical providers in order to ensure appropriate treatment goals are set and achieved. Christine enjoys engaging clients in the therapeutic process by giving value to each client's perspective through her client-centered approach. Christine has experience working with adolescents and adults.
(815) 600-7887 View (815) 600-7887
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Owens Counseling
Counselor, LCPC, DSc
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
I can help you save your marriage! Change a behavior and you change your life.
I can help you save your marriage! Change a behavior and you change your life.
(847) 469-4306 View (847) 469-4306
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Amy MacDonald
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
I write and lead workshops on parenting, marriage, self-awareness, and effectiveness.
All good psychotherapy has these elements in common: the presence of empathy; a process for self-examination; tools for healing and change; and support during the process of change. Whether the focus of therapy is improving marriage, negotiating a family problem, facing addiction, healing trauma, or controlling anxiety or depression symptoms, clients deserve empathic, respectful support in increasing their self-understanding and in changing their lives. People seek therapy because they need understanding, help, and relief--the relief that comes from immediate attention to their suffering, and relief that comes from beginning to hope for a more peaceful, joyful life.
I write and lead workshops on parenting, marriage, self-awareness, and effectiveness.
All good psychotherapy has these elements in common: the presence of empathy; a process for self-examination; tools for healing and change; and support during the process of change. Whether the focus of therapy is improving marriage, negotiating a family problem, facing addiction, healing trauma, or controlling anxiety or depression symptoms, clients deserve empathic, respectful support in increasing their self-understanding and in changing their lives. People seek therapy because they need understanding, help, and relief--the relief that comes from immediate attention to their suffering, and relief that comes from beginning to hope for a more peaceful, joyful life.
(630) 883-4933 View (630) 883-4933
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Melissa Kozlowski
Counselor, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
My educational degrees and experience in both marriage and family therapy and clinical psychology helps me blend together many strategies that can assist you in significantly improving your personal functioning and interpersonal relationships.
When you make the choice to seek counseling, you are no longer alone in your struggles. Time is too precious to spend it feeling lost, hopeless, and frustrated. My goal is to help you find hope and healing by developing new skills to cope with personal, emotional, and relationship difficulties. You deserve a healthier, balanced, more fulfilling life. Working together in a safe relationship that meets your needs can help you to stop struggling and start living a more satisfying life. I look forward to helping you.
My educational degrees and experience in both marriage and family therapy and clinical psychology helps me blend together many strategies that can assist you in significantly improving your personal functioning and interpersonal relationships.
When you make the choice to seek counseling, you are no longer alone in your struggles. Time is too precious to spend it feeling lost, hopeless, and frustrated. My goal is to help you find hope and healing by developing new skills to cope with personal, emotional, and relationship difficulties. You deserve a healthier, balanced, more fulfilling life. Working together in a safe relationship that meets your needs can help you to stop struggling and start living a more satisfying life. I look forward to helping you.
(815) 923-0020 View (815) 923-0020
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Buffy Cramer-Hammann
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
For over a decade I have worked with Adult and Adolescent Patients coping with various Life Challenges. I maintain a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my Patients as they negotiate their identified challenge areas. Specific areas of focus within my practice are Life Stage Challenges; Grief and Loss; Fertility and Postpartum; and Anxiety and Depression. Over the last five years, I have incorporated Animal Assisted Psychotherapy with my Canine Co-therapists. While not all sessions are appropriate for Animal Assisted Psychotherapy, the addition of Canine Co-therapists has been met with positive feedback.
For over a decade I have worked with Adult and Adolescent Patients coping with various Life Challenges. I maintain a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my Patients as they negotiate their identified challenge areas. Specific areas of focus within my practice are Life Stage Challenges; Grief and Loss; Fertility and Postpartum; and Anxiety and Depression. Over the last five years, I have incorporated Animal Assisted Psychotherapy with my Canine Co-therapists. While not all sessions are appropriate for Animal Assisted Psychotherapy, the addition of Canine Co-therapists has been met with positive feedback.
(630) 560-6740 View (630) 560-6740
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Jennifer King
Counselor, LCPC, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about holding safe space and supporting your move toward inner awareness and expansion of living to your fullest potential. I incorporate tools and techniques I have refined during my own personal growth and self-discovery journey, as well as from working with both eastern and western therapies across multiple clinical roles. I believe all answers, truth, and healing come from within. Let’s work together to improve your mental and emotional wellness, help you find balance, remember who you really are, and live the future you want. “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” — Carl Jung
I am passionate about holding safe space and supporting your move toward inner awareness and expansion of living to your fullest potential. I incorporate tools and techniques I have refined during my own personal growth and self-discovery journey, as well as from working with both eastern and western therapies across multiple clinical roles. I believe all answers, truth, and healing come from within. Let’s work together to improve your mental and emotional wellness, help you find balance, remember who you really are, and live the future you want. “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” — Carl Jung
(630) 415-1486 View (630) 415-1486
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Consider Yourself Counseling Services
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, BCPC, MS
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Our mission is to help individuals improve their emotions, thoughts, and physical state to grow in a safe, positive direction while improving lifestyle and relationships. This is accomplished through working together with other family members and medical providers if necessary. We believe in customizing types of therapy and techniques according to individual unique life circumstances. Most importantly, we respect the belief that each person is empowered and has the ability to heal or find the way to happiness. Our role is to assist you in finding your "best" self. Thus, the saying "Consider Yourself!"
Our mission is to help individuals improve their emotions, thoughts, and physical state to grow in a safe, positive direction while improving lifestyle and relationships. This is accomplished through working together with other family members and medical providers if necessary. We believe in customizing types of therapy and techniques according to individual unique life circumstances. Most importantly, we respect the belief that each person is empowered and has the ability to heal or find the way to happiness. Our role is to assist you in finding your "best" self. Thus, the saying "Consider Yourself!"
(630) 394-6055 View (630) 394-6055
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Goodman Psychologist Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
We are a child and family psychology practice. My associates and I believe in a cooperative treatment experience where client and therapist share responsibility for the identification and mutual direction of problem solving strategies. We are convinced of the importance of involving significant others in the treatment process when possible. Often children and adolescents react to problems in the context of school and family. We value feedback from teachers and staff professionals and look for collaborative relationships in pursuing the best needs of the child or adolescent.
We are a child and family psychology practice. My associates and I believe in a cooperative treatment experience where client and therapist share responsibility for the identification and mutual direction of problem solving strategies. We are convinced of the importance of involving significant others in the treatment process when possible. Often children and adolescents react to problems in the context of school and family. We value feedback from teachers and staff professionals and look for collaborative relationships in pursuing the best needs of the child or adolescent.
(630) 733-1852 View (630) 733-1852
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Cherry Weber
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
I consider myself to be a professional problem solver. When clients contact my office, I work with them to identify what is causing them distress if they do not already know and help them learn new coping strategies to deal more effectively with problems in the future. I treat each client's problems on an individual basis and believe in treating clients with respect. I know it is difficult to contact a professional with a problem which is causing distress and try to make the process a good experience. It is possible to live a happy life.
I consider myself to be a professional problem solver. When clients contact my office, I work with them to identify what is causing them distress if they do not already know and help them learn new coping strategies to deal more effectively with problems in the future. I treat each client's problems on an individual basis and believe in treating clients with respect. I know it is difficult to contact a professional with a problem which is causing distress and try to make the process a good experience. It is possible to live a happy life.
(630) 743-6501 View (630) 743-6501
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Amy Goles
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60175
Choosing a counselor can be difficult. It is important to have trust, communication and the feeling that someone understands and is working with you. Having the right level of support makes a difference. Throughout our lives, we can experience many challenges. These struggles may leave us feeling anxious, depressed, confused and overwhelmed. During these times, we can benefit from support to help with the problems that seem beyond our control. I provide an open and collaborative environment where together we explore the issues that cause stress in your life and create a plan to best manage them.
Choosing a counselor can be difficult. It is important to have trust, communication and the feeling that someone understands and is working with you. Having the right level of support makes a difference. Throughout our lives, we can experience many challenges. These struggles may leave us feeling anxious, depressed, confused and overwhelmed. During these times, we can benefit from support to help with the problems that seem beyond our control. I provide an open and collaborative environment where together we explore the issues that cause stress in your life and create a plan to best manage them.
(630) 560-6643 View (630) 560-6643
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Renee C Fischer
Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
We all know life is hard. We were never promised it would be easy. Whatever trial you are struggling through, whether a life long struggle or adjusting to a new stage of life, I would be honored to help you successfully get through this time and help you get where you want to go! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Divorce Mediator.
We all know life is hard. We were never promised it would be easy. Whatever trial you are struggling through, whether a life long struggle or adjusting to a new stage of life, I would be honored to help you successfully get through this time and help you get where you want to go! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Divorce Mediator.
(847) 512-8957 View (847) 512-8957
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Sarah L. Lloyd
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60175
Sarah has an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing various styles that are needed by her clients to overcome and grow through a particular challenge they are experiencing. Sarah is passionate about using experiences and adventure during the therapeutic process. Through activities, client's engage in authentic learning and are able to practice new skills within the session to gain confidence. As long as the weather is conducive, she and her clients can often be found outdoors. Overall, Sarah leans towards a very goal-orientated style that incorporates the family system when available.
Sarah has an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing various styles that are needed by her clients to overcome and grow through a particular challenge they are experiencing. Sarah is passionate about using experiences and adventure during the therapeutic process. Through activities, client's engage in authentic learning and are able to practice new skills within the session to gain confidence. As long as the weather is conducive, she and her clients can often be found outdoors. Overall, Sarah leans towards a very goal-orientated style that incorporates the family system when available.
(630) 672-5264 View (630) 672-5264
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Kimberly K Boatner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Hello. As a clinician, I have committed myself to providing a safe environment for individuals, couples, and families seeking support. My therapeutic philosophy is centered on compassion, resilience, and individual strengths. As a clinician, I am inspired by my client's process of self-discovery and the courage of using their voice to create change. I feel honored and thankful for the privilege to witness each client's journey. My approach is eclectic and centers on the unique strengths of each client.
Hello. As a clinician, I have committed myself to providing a safe environment for individuals, couples, and families seeking support. My therapeutic philosophy is centered on compassion, resilience, and individual strengths. As a clinician, I am inspired by my client's process of self-discovery and the courage of using their voice to create change. I feel honored and thankful for the privilege to witness each client's journey. My approach is eclectic and centers on the unique strengths of each client.
(630) 489-6409 View (630) 489-6409
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Cheryl Renee Runion
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LSOE, LSOTP, CADC
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
I have 38 yrs of success working with various diverse populations; focused on using innovative methods to design therapy around individual, family and couples needs & life goals. I am invested in helping my clients overcome personal struggles and succeed in achieving their goals and desired changes. I enjoy working with teens/young adults and their families and are successful in guiding the family system through the tough journey of adolescence and launching into independence. I use new concepts in the M.H. field to adapt therapy to individual client needs as changes in our society create new clinical concerns in our daily lives.
I have 38 yrs of success working with various diverse populations; focused on using innovative methods to design therapy around individual, family and couples needs & life goals. I am invested in helping my clients overcome personal struggles and succeed in achieving their goals and desired changes. I enjoy working with teens/young adults and their families and are successful in guiding the family system through the tough journey of adolescence and launching into independence. I use new concepts in the M.H. field to adapt therapy to individual client needs as changes in our society create new clinical concerns in our daily lives.
(847) 641-2372 View (847) 641-2372
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Kimberly Just
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174  (Online Only)
My name is Kim, and I am an owner and psychotherapist at Peace in Counseling, PLLC, a virtual practice based out of Naperville, IL. I have vast experience working in settings, such as community mental health, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization programs. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, providing both individual, and family therapy. My experience has primarily involved treating depression, mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, women’s issues, life transitions, and ADHD.
My name is Kim, and I am an owner and psychotherapist at Peace in Counseling, PLLC, a virtual practice based out of Naperville, IL. I have vast experience working in settings, such as community mental health, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization programs. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, providing both individual, and family therapy. My experience has primarily involved treating depression, mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, women’s issues, life transitions, and ADHD.
(331) 244-0310 View (331) 244-0310
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Kevin Charles Barton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, CMPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Hello! Do you feel like you are stuck in a rut or want to get more out of yourself? Are you interested in learning tangible skills that assist you in living a better life? If you are an athlete, musician, corporate executive, health care worker, or anyone else that experiences stress, pressure, or expectations, then you found the right place! I traditionally work with teenagers and adults who are in sport/performance-focused fields that want to optimize their mental health and performance. I work with male and female clients who have ADHD, anxiety and mood disorders, eating disorders, low self-esteem, decreased motivation, and more.
Hello! Do you feel like you are stuck in a rut or want to get more out of yourself? Are you interested in learning tangible skills that assist you in living a better life? If you are an athlete, musician, corporate executive, health care worker, or anyone else that experiences stress, pressure, or expectations, then you found the right place! I traditionally work with teenagers and adults who are in sport/performance-focused fields that want to optimize their mental health and performance. I work with male and female clients who have ADHD, anxiety and mood disorders, eating disorders, low self-esteem, decreased motivation, and more.
(630) 593-7964 View (630) 593-7964

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Wendy Malcolm
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510  (Online Only)
Congratulations. You have taken the first big step for yourself and/or your relationship. The thought of therapy may feel a bit intimidating, but you won't know the difference it could make until you try. As a therapist with a specialization in Marriage and Family Counseling, I also help individuals, that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, infidelity, substance abuse, grief, divorce, and navigating a blended family. Together, we will set goals, acquire tools and develop coping mechanisms that will strengthen relationships, build confidence and uncover the true potential within each individual.
Congratulations. You have taken the first big step for yourself and/or your relationship. The thought of therapy may feel a bit intimidating, but you won't know the difference it could make until you try. As a therapist with a specialization in Marriage and Family Counseling, I also help individuals, that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, infidelity, substance abuse, grief, divorce, and navigating a blended family. Together, we will set goals, acquire tools and develop coping mechanisms that will strengthen relationships, build confidence and uncover the true potential within each individual.
(630) 454-9472 View (630) 454-9472
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Stenzel Clinical Services, Ltd.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
Some of our specialties include; anxiety, depression, bi-polar, marriage, eating disorders, anger, co-dependence, grief, life transition, self-injury, abuse and trauma.
We recognize how difficult it can be to seek help with mental health issues. Our goal is to meet you where you are in a supportive, encouraging way. We never use shame as a motivator. Instead we seek to provide a balance between giving you time and space to heal and challenging and encouraging you to move forward to a healthier place. We have a staff of over 40 therapists each with different specialties; we all possess the same single passion: to walk with our clients on the path of healing.
Some of our specialties include; anxiety, depression, bi-polar, marriage, eating disorders, anger, co-dependence, grief, life transition, self-injury, abuse and trauma.
We recognize how difficult it can be to seek help with mental health issues. Our goal is to meet you where you are in a supportive, encouraging way. We never use shame as a motivator. Instead we seek to provide a balance between giving you time and space to heal and challenging and encouraging you to move forward to a healthier place. We have a staff of over 40 therapists each with different specialties; we all possess the same single passion: to walk with our clients on the path of healing.
(630) 387-9885 View (630) 387-9885
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Andrea Holm
MA, LCPC, ESMHL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Aurora, IL 60542
I feel everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, teens and young adults with emotional and behavioral concerns. Conditions I commonly address include anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationships, and trauma. I have a background in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), utilizing horses as fellow "co-therapists" to aid in treatment goals and objectives outside the traditional office setting. I am certified through the "Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship" (PATH) as an "Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning" (ESMHL).
I feel everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, teens and young adults with emotional and behavioral concerns. Conditions I commonly address include anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationships, and trauma. I have a background in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), utilizing horses as fellow "co-therapists" to aid in treatment goals and objectives outside the traditional office setting. I am certified through the "Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship" (PATH) as an "Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning" (ESMHL).
(262) 205-2975 View (262) 205-2975

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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.