Teletherapy for 60560
Whether it's "big T Trauma" or "little t trauma", no one's life is perfect. From a difficult breakup to family conflict, relationship concerns, the loss of a loved one, a global pandemic, or surviving any number of difficult experiences, the world is going to test you. I will meet you where you are and together we will create a map to help you move forward. I draw from CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based, Solution-Focused and Existential theories and practices.
Whether it's "big T Trauma" or "little t trauma", no one's life is perfect. From a difficult breakup to family conflict, relationship concerns, the loss of a loved one, a global pandemic, or surviving any number of difficult experiences, the world is going to test you. I will meet you where you are and together we will create a map to help you move forward. I draw from CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based, Solution-Focused and Existential theories and practices.
"I believe in a holistic approach to therapy so I integrate traditional talk therapy with experiential therapies that aid in better nervous system regulation, healing, and overall relief of symptoms. Experiential, brain-based healing & somatic therapies can help accelerate change and often reduce time in counseling.
"I believe in a holistic approach to therapy so I integrate traditional talk therapy with experiential therapies that aid in better nervous system regulation, healing, and overall relief of symptoms. Experiential, brain-based healing & somatic therapies can help accelerate change and often reduce time in counseling.
Heather Stample
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
Has life taken an unexpected turn? Is the anxiety too much to handle on your own? Are you finding yourself more depressed than usual? Did the pandemic take your last bit of energy? I see you and empathize with you. Beginning therapy can be such a difficult task. It is important to be able to find yourself again and heal from whatever burden that has been weighing you down. You are not alone. With the right support, you can overcome this and begin to thrive in life again.
Has life taken an unexpected turn? Is the anxiety too much to handle on your own? Are you finding yourself more depressed than usual? Did the pandemic take your last bit of energy? I see you and empathize with you. Beginning therapy can be such a difficult task. It is important to be able to find yourself again and heal from whatever burden that has been weighing you down. You are not alone. With the right support, you can overcome this and begin to thrive in life again.
Stephanie Maszak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Yorkville, IL 60560
As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I have particular expertise in assisting people coping with the effects of traumatic experiences and other adversities. Additionally, as a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor, I know how important it is for individuals to have support during the recovery process. Sobriety is key to healing from underlying pain and suffering, and I understand the complications of trauma and substance abuse.
As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I have particular expertise in assisting people coping with the effects of traumatic experiences and other adversities. Additionally, as a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor, I know how important it is for individuals to have support during the recovery process. Sobriety is key to healing from underlying pain and suffering, and I understand the complications of trauma and substance abuse.
Melissa Kain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
My experience includes mental health and substance use counseling. As a Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor, I am passionate about helping people find freedom in recovery. I have extensive knowledge and experience with supporting those working the 12 Steps. I work with a very diverse range of people in recovery, and I strongly believe in treating my clients as individuals, not as a diagnosis. We work collaboratively on goals for treatment and personal recovery. I take a client-centered and trauma-informed approach that adds a level of care that helps you know you are fully accepted.
My experience includes mental health and substance use counseling. As a Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor, I am passionate about helping people find freedom in recovery. I have extensive knowledge and experience with supporting those working the 12 Steps. I work with a very diverse range of people in recovery, and I strongly believe in treating my clients as individuals, not as a diagnosis. We work collaboratively on goals for treatment and personal recovery. I take a client-centered and trauma-informed approach that adds a level of care that helps you know you are fully accepted.
Valerie A Arwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PLLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
I work with adults and teens! Do you or your teen feel overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Are you trying to push through each day only to feel like you're exhausted and not moving in the right direction? I want you to know, I'm here to help! Finding someone that's a good fit and asking for help is the first step in your journey to feeling better. It’s my belief, everyone should have a place where they feel safe and supported while processing their life stressors. Whether it be anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, or relationships difficulties.
I work with adults and teens! Do you or your teen feel overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Are you trying to push through each day only to feel like you're exhausted and not moving in the right direction? I want you to know, I'm here to help! Finding someone that's a good fit and asking for help is the first step in your journey to feeling better. It’s my belief, everyone should have a place where they feel safe and supported while processing their life stressors. Whether it be anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, or relationships difficulties.
Sydne Pantaleon
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW, PEL
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
Welcome! I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults who may be experiencing a variety of obstacles related to emotional and behavioral health needs. With experience in the areas of goal setting, processing/coping, social skills, and mental health diagnosis, my goal is to create unique and individualized treatment plan that is specific to each client's needs. I enjoy being part of the process towards client's reaching their goals and getting the most out of life! As both a therapist and a school social worker, I have a full understanding of the impact that mental health can have on one's day to day.
Welcome! I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults who may be experiencing a variety of obstacles related to emotional and behavioral health needs. With experience in the areas of goal setting, processing/coping, social skills, and mental health diagnosis, my goal is to create unique and individualized treatment plan that is specific to each client's needs. I enjoy being part of the process towards client's reaching their goals and getting the most out of life! As both a therapist and a school social worker, I have a full understanding of the impact that mental health can have on one's day to day.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families impacted by anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, grief/loss, family conflict and behavioral concerns. I recognize the unique pressures of parenting today and have a passion for providing parent education and family support. I believe that through building self-compassion and by strengthening connections, families can heal and thrive.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families impacted by anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, grief/loss, family conflict and behavioral concerns. I recognize the unique pressures of parenting today and have a passion for providing parent education and family support. I believe that through building self-compassion and by strengthening connections, families can heal and thrive.
In today's world there can be many conflicting thoughts and feelings; my hope is to meet each client where they are in the confusion. Let's build a plan together to address the needs and struggles that have brought you to my Bio. I strive to model grace, and compassion first. No matter what brings you to Compassion Connection Counseling, I hope to help by building a plan that facilitates compassion, clarity, calm, bringing into focus your creativity and connectedness for change! It is my heart to encourage others to see change as less threatening, as life can be full of them. I have experience working with all ages and stages.
In today's world there can be many conflicting thoughts and feelings; my hope is to meet each client where they are in the confusion. Let's build a plan together to address the needs and struggles that have brought you to my Bio. I strive to model grace, and compassion first. No matter what brings you to Compassion Connection Counseling, I hope to help by building a plan that facilitates compassion, clarity, calm, bringing into focus your creativity and connectedness for change! It is my heart to encourage others to see change as less threatening, as life can be full of them. I have experience working with all ages and stages.
Shannon Pociecha
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Yorkville, IL 60560
Each client has their own unique story and my job is to adjust to what the client needs utilizing an integrated approach of evidenced based practices. I gravitate toward strength based treatment. For younger clients this tends to include a behavioral plan and parent coaching to transfer skills across environments. Individual therapy, for all ages, may include: behavior modification, social skills training, CBT or DBT pending the individuals level of cognitive functioning and identified goals. The idea is to build upon already existing strengths and promote adaptive behaviors to improve overall functioning.
Each client has their own unique story and my job is to adjust to what the client needs utilizing an integrated approach of evidenced based practices. I gravitate toward strength based treatment. For younger clients this tends to include a behavioral plan and parent coaching to transfer skills across environments. Individual therapy, for all ages, may include: behavior modification, social skills training, CBT or DBT pending the individuals level of cognitive functioning and identified goals. The idea is to build upon already existing strengths and promote adaptive behaviors to improve overall functioning.
Thomas Barkauskas, LCSW, ACSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
Seeking help for our life's difficulties can be very intimidating. Who can I trust? What will they think of me? Will it help? It is important to find the right clinician and atmosphere to put you at ease. My goal is to provide a comfortable experience in which we work together in order to support your journey towards solutions, healing, and life enhancement.
Seeking help for our life's difficulties can be very intimidating. Who can I trust? What will they think of me? Will it help? It is important to find the right clinician and atmosphere to put you at ease. My goal is to provide a comfortable experience in which we work together in order to support your journey towards solutions, healing, and life enhancement.
I have worked in the mental health field for over a decade, from inpatient psychiatric care to outpatient, finally setting down in private practice, which I believe is my calling. I feel comfortable working with all manner of individuals, from those experiencing significant life changes and looking to find a direction to those struggling with various DSM-5 diagnoses and their related symptoms. I want to help my clients find what works for them and what makes them feel happy, safe, and fulfilled. I believe we all can change and grow if given the right skills.
I have worked in the mental health field for over a decade, from inpatient psychiatric care to outpatient, finally setting down in private practice, which I believe is my calling. I feel comfortable working with all manner of individuals, from those experiencing significant life changes and looking to find a direction to those struggling with various DSM-5 diagnoses and their related symptoms. I want to help my clients find what works for them and what makes them feel happy, safe, and fulfilled. I believe we all can change and grow if given the right skills.
Julee Barkauskas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, SEP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
Waitlist for new clients
My hope is to create a positive and safe environment for you to explore solutions to issues that are affecting your mental and physical health, relationships, work, school, and everyday life.
Through the course of building a trusting relationship and enlightened experience, my hope is that you will be able to address the stressors or unresolved issues you are struggling with. These issues may include anger, resentment, abuse, shame, loss, trauma, abandonment, and physical health difficulties. Throughout the process I respectfully support your values and honor your journey while you discover your true and authentic self.
My hope is to create a positive and safe environment for you to explore solutions to issues that are affecting your mental and physical health, relationships, work, school, and everyday life.
Through the course of building a trusting relationship and enlightened experience, my hope is that you will be able to address the stressors or unresolved issues you are struggling with. These issues may include anger, resentment, abuse, shame, loss, trauma, abandonment, and physical health difficulties. Throughout the process I respectfully support your values and honor your journey while you discover your true and authentic self.
We all face stressful obstacles, but you do not have to do it alone! I provide a supportive, caring, and non-judgmental space helping adolescents and adults. Therapy is a safe space to work through challenges, determine goals, find ways to manage struggles, and heal. I have experience helping navigate anxiety, depression, losses, challenging or toxic relationships, stress, tough life transitions, and low self-esteem.
We all face stressful obstacles, but you do not have to do it alone! I provide a supportive, caring, and non-judgmental space helping adolescents and adults. Therapy is a safe space to work through challenges, determine goals, find ways to manage struggles, and heal. I have experience helping navigate anxiety, depression, losses, challenging or toxic relationships, stress, tough life transitions, and low self-esteem.
I’m Nicole, a marriage and family therapy graduate from Capella University, and I work as a pre-licensed counselor at Joi Counseling. I’ve always had compassion for people going through difficult times in life. I recognize that we all need a little extra guidance when things are tough. As a counselor, my goal is to help you become the best version of yourself possible. I want you to know that you have the capacity and ability to effect change. I am ready to work together with you to accomplish shared goals, and I can modify my style to meet the needs of individuals, couples, and families.
I’m Nicole, a marriage and family therapy graduate from Capella University, and I work as a pre-licensed counselor at Joi Counseling. I’ve always had compassion for people going through difficult times in life. I recognize that we all need a little extra guidance when things are tough. As a counselor, my goal is to help you become the best version of yourself possible. I want you to know that you have the capacity and ability to effect change. I am ready to work together with you to accomplish shared goals, and I can modify my style to meet the needs of individuals, couples, and families.
Tami Curry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with young children, adolescents , young adults and families. I work with an array of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, social skills development, behavioral intervention, confidence, family issues and parent education and support. I have 8 years of experience in public-schools, as a School Social Worker. I have worked in an elementary setting primarily with students on the Autism Spectrum Disorder for 4 years. Then transitioned to a high school and worked with children in a program to equip students with social and academic skills to better navigate throughout high school.
I specialize in working with young children, adolescents , young adults and families. I work with an array of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, social skills development, behavioral intervention, confidence, family issues and parent education and support. I have 8 years of experience in public-schools, as a School Social Worker. I have worked in an elementary setting primarily with students on the Autism Spectrum Disorder for 4 years. Then transitioned to a high school and worked with children in a program to equip students with social and academic skills to better navigate throughout high school.
Ryan Chrisman-DeNegri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
I believe the answers to life’s challenges are within each individual, and my greatest joy is partnering with others to uncover any pieces that need to be addressed. Life is experiential, and I will often challenge my clients to seek and explore in order to find the answers. I utilize an integrative approach to health and wellness, and I believe challenges that impact the mind often impact the body and vice versa.
I believe the answers to life’s challenges are within each individual, and my greatest joy is partnering with others to uncover any pieces that need to be addressed. Life is experiential, and I will often challenge my clients to seek and explore in order to find the answers. I utilize an integrative approach to health and wellness, and I believe challenges that impact the mind often impact the body and vice versa.
Katie Andersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, CADC, CIP, CAI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
Accepting NEW Clients! I work with teens 16+, adults, and families. My passion for athletics and wellness led me to work in collegiate athletics and coaching prior to entering into the mental health and addiction field. I'm passionate about helping people and guiding them to overcome their most challenging situations and supporting them until they make their lives happier and healthier. I'm looking forward to educate individuals about anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD and trauma, women's issues, life transitions, co-parenting, marital problems, addiction and behavioral/addiction interventions.
Accepting NEW Clients! I work with teens 16+, adults, and families. My passion for athletics and wellness led me to work in collegiate athletics and coaching prior to entering into the mental health and addiction field. I'm passionate about helping people and guiding them to overcome their most challenging situations and supporting them until they make their lives happier and healthier. I'm looking forward to educate individuals about anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD and trauma, women's issues, life transitions, co-parenting, marital problems, addiction and behavioral/addiction interventions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families, in a variety of mental health settings including: hospitals, private practice, therapeutic day schools, and community mental health. I specialize in the treatment of Mood, Personality, Trauma and Attachment disorder. My special interests include Attachment Disorder, ADHD, Issues regarding Divorce, Adoption Issues, Personality Disorders, Parent Education/Training, Post-Partum Depression and Transgender issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families, in a variety of mental health settings including: hospitals, private practice, therapeutic day schools, and community mental health. I specialize in the treatment of Mood, Personality, Trauma and Attachment disorder. My special interests include Attachment Disorder, ADHD, Issues regarding Divorce, Adoption Issues, Personality Disorders, Parent Education/Training, Post-Partum Depression and Transgender issues.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.