Many people struggle with issues that come & go over long periods of time. Sometimes, brief changes or improvements can be made; but the issues keep reoccurring or shifting - the details change but the process remains the same. A majority of Counseling professionals & "treatment" methods follow a "labeling," single focus, approach. In contrast to this approach, I view people's lives, challenges, issues, and options, in a more holistic comprehensive manner. A healthy person needs balance in all areas of their life - mental, emotional, spiritual and physical. Restoring balance, control, and a sense of personal clarity is essential.

Annette has been speaking, consulting and educating in the realms of Psychology for over 20 years. She is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC)). Annette holds two Master Degrees from Loyola University Chicago, in Pastoral Studies and Counseling. Annette is trained in the Enneagram System and in Internal Family Systems. She spent nine years in pastoral ministry in both parish and university settings, and has worked in the mental health field within community mental health, hospital and private practice settings for more than 25 years.

Feeling stuck? Having career problems? Struggling with self-esteem? If so, I'd like to help. I'm an interactive therapist and coach in Chicago who guides people to a place of change. Using a collaborative approach, I empower clients with anxiety, trauma, phobias and stress to create balance. Cognitive behavior therapy, hypnotherapy, and coaching are used as tools of transformation - and healing. Homework is often given at the end of sessions to reinforce learning concepts. Click on "Website" to learn more about my background.

Feeling disconnected? Are you tired of the same old conflicts and arguments? Do you feel unsupported, misunderstood or unloved? Has infidelity or another major issue threatened your bond? I can help you restore the connection; rebuild trust; renew fun, safety and intimacy; and teach you the relationship skills that can make your love last a lifetime. I specialize in marriage-friendly counseling, couples therapy and the Imago Couples Dialogue. Your relationship is worth saving and I provide the best and most effective ways to help you get there.

Primary focus: To help people (individuals, couples, and families) who feel stuck - get from where they are to where they want to be - in a way that is right for them. Additional services: - Coaching: Life coaching

Conflict with your partner or spouse? Unproductive communication? Recurrent episodes of anxiety or depressed mood? Overconsumption of alcohol and/or substances in an attempt to self medicate against your out of control emotions? These and many other mental health challenges are both treatable and resolvable. In my 35+ years as a therapist to residents of the greater Fox Valley area I have observed that most of my clients choose therapy when they have utilized and exhausted all coping tools and problem solving strategies. As therapist it is my role to facilitate the increase of both coping tools and problem solving skills.

End-to-end encrypted telehealth therapy with secure phone, video streaming, and intake system. Enjoy therapy. I provide in-depth, client specific psychotherapy for children, young adults, individuals, couples, and families. I help clients face challenges that they struggle with overcoming on their own. With comprehensive experience and deep theoretical understanding, I support my clients to move forward safely and securely. I treat clients who have challenges including Personality Disorders, Depression and Suicide, Anxiety and Panic Attacks, Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.

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 over two decades. Her approach is tailored to the client's need. At times it is very important to set goals and other times people just want to be heard. Dr. Laura provides both approaches, as well as others. She is an open, non-threatening therapist with a sense of humor. She is certified in Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Critical Incident Response, Prepare/Enrich Pre-Marital Assessment, Primary Care Behavioral Health and DBT.

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!"

If you are looking for a traditional therapist - I am not for you. I get it; you've gone to therapy before and did not get the results you were hoping to achieve. The truth is, finding a good therapist is not easy. You want someone who can help you create the changes you have not been able to do independently. You've read self-help books, watched numerous YouTube videos, listened to dozens of podcasts, even attended retreats/seminars to level up, but the changes were not long-lasting. That is where I can help.

EXPERIENCE IN ONLINE SESSIONS AVAILABLE: Concerned about finding private space for your Telehealth session? Use your car!! ANXIETY? Teachers! Take time to care for your stress! I am a former teacher who uses a holistic and mindful approach to today's unique and trying times. Conquer depression, anxiety, or trauma/PTSD. Improve self esteem issues, create positive, relationships. Manage physical and emotional pain, or control an ineffective habit! TUTORING for Students: ADHD, test anxiety, anxiety, memory poor habits. Adults: ADD, SIP Parenting, life transitions, relationship issues, ineffective habits, anxiety, and depression.

When something feels “off” we naturally look for solutions to adjust and function optimally. When “off” pieces show up repeatedly therapy can help by accessing courageous resiliency. Theresa utilizes her extensive background to tap into unconscious processing and find the source of discomfort. She has over 10 years of experience working with a range of issues, which include: anxiety, traumas, depression, and couples counseling (multi-cultural relationships, pre-marital counseling, overall relationship issues that surface throughout the lifespan of the couple, comfort with divorce, comfort with working on relationship needs).

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Pamela believes that a good therapeutic relationship is paramount in making positive life changes. Her empathetic, non-judgmental, and welcoming personality creates a safe and comfortable environment for all clients during counseling sessions. Pamela helps people clarify, envision, and obtain their life aspirations and goals. Her empathic and down to earth nature allows her to understand the many challenges clients endure. She has an innate ability to recognize the inner strengths of her clients and empowers them to utilize these strengths in pursuit of their dreams.

As a professional, and a parent I truly understand there is no greater joy than seeing your child happy and healthy. I also know there is no greater heartache than seeing your child unhappy. For adults: stress, anxiety, and depression can diminish time with families. For children: poor self-esteem, decreased confidence, bullying/ loss, academic struggles or a disability can impact friendships,family, and academics. I specialize in working with people who have experienced a twist in life that they were not expecting. I have 25 years of treating adults and children who want to reclaim control of their lives.

The average person who isn’t a first responder never sees anything close to what you’ve seen. You experience more death, tragedy, and violence in a year than most people experience in a lifetime. The demands of your job impact your relationships, your attitudes, and your health. You have a hard time sleeping. You can’t remember the last time you felt truly at ease and happy. And the intense stress and high stakes of life as a first responder also often lead to unhealthy and dangerous ways of coping (like drinking, gambling, or cheating). You love your work, but you also know it’s wearing you down. You need to speak with someone who

Together, we can take mind-boggling considerations that may be weighing on you and break them down into smaller, more manageable pieces. My passion is helping find solutions to reduce anxiety and sadness, build confidence, create healthier boundaries and enhance personal and professional relationships. I listen respectfully with warmth and positivity as concerns are heard, more effective communication strategies explored and clearer ways forward created.

Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward and Integrative approach and have our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.

"When life brings challenges that exceed your ability to cope, it might be the time to consider working with a competent, respectful, and understanding therapist. I believe in living life to the fullest extent possible, and sometimes that means peering into your past to understand how the solutions of yesterday transform to the problems of today. Whether your issue is substance abuse, unhealthy expression of anger, depression, anxiety, self esteem/body imagine or difficult relationships with others; counseling can be your first step towards a healthy way of living. Make that first step in your journey towards wellness.

I believe my skillset is best suited with adolescents, adults and elderly both male and female as well as couples, searching for someone to actively listening to coach them through life's challenges. If you are looking for someone to support you through adjustment issues, to guide you working through debilitating anxiety and stopping paralyzing depressive thoughts as well as unhealthy behavior patterns my patient centered approach can be just what you need. Let's talk and see if I can spice up your life again.