Out of Network Therapists in Evanston, IL

Associates in Psychotherapy is multidisciplinary team of talented therapists dedicated to providing counseling services to individuals of all ages. We provide affordable quality treatment for those struggling with relationships, transitions, work/life balance, or clinical conditions. We also have expertise in treating serious mental health conditions. Our practice accepts many insurances plans and works with clients to seek reimbursement for out of network benefits. Our primary goal is to help you seek solutions for your problems, find ways to navigate through any hardship you may face, or support you as you create a more fulfilling lifestyle. Please contact us at (866) 220-8371

Pain that we encounter--whether it be emotional, physical, mental, or spiritual--is a "tell." It is a canary in the coal mine of our lives telling us that something is not right with us. It takes courage to listen deeply to this "canary," to explore it with resolve, flexibility, and kindness for ourselves and for those with whom we share our worlds. My way of working with you is to help you cultivate, amplify and sustain the courage to explore your deeper truths with curiosity and compassion so that you can live the life you are most deeply and intuitively drawn to live.

We all have an elemental instinct to feel balance and contentment within ourselves. However, emotional distress borne of life stressors, trauma, and inner conflict often compromises our ability to access joy and live in harmony with our values. I work to create a relationship grounded in warmth and non-judgment that supports your sense of safety and experience of feeling heard. Together, we identify areas of focus and explore what carries the capacity to help you reconnect with yourself and your life in meaningful ways.

In my practice I strive to make people feel comfortable and safe in both body and mind. Life can be challenging, and sometimes during those challenging times we may forget what it’s like to feel like our true selves or to feel happy. Allow me to help you through this journey. Nobody should have to suffer alone. I have 18 years of clinical experience as a therapist. I work primarily with adults and teens. I utilize a combination of Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, as well as Mindfulness and Meditation in my practice.

I’ve been practicing psychotherapy for the past 40 years. One of the great joys of my life is working with individuals who have mood and anxiety disorders. I specialize using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). CBT is a type of treatment that helps identify and change thoughts and behaviors that may be holding you back from reaching your goals. MBCT will help you use the wisdom of your mind and body to deal effectively with the inevitable stresses of life.

My clients include adults of all ages. I am warm, skilled therapist with knowledge and experience with a broad range of issues. I have expertise in working with people who are anxious, depressed, or who have experienced trauma or loss. I facilitate groups called "Honoring Our Lost Mothers and Others: Connecting and Reconnecting" and Honoring Our Departed Animal Companions for people who have experienced a significant loss. The participants use art materials to honor and express their loss. No art experience is necessary.

I have a restorative and relational approach with the clients I serve. I embrace a strengths perspective which encourages self-sufficiency and acknowledges that individuals have the capability to engage in problem-solving work and improve their own functioning. I also recognize the important role of parents and other significant adults in youths' lives and strive to work together in addressing youth behavior and promoting appropriate parent leadership and family capabilities. I have a collaborative, trauma informed lens to treatment, and provide a warm, comforting environment to address difficult yet important issues in your life.

Sometime we all feel unhappy, stressed, confused, or "stuck." Talking to an empathic and experienced therapist may be your first step toward developing new insights about positive change. My therapeutic approach is to encourage you to talk about your concerns openly in a confidential and safe environment where you will not be judged. A major benefit of therapy is to provide you with a second point-of-view on your personal material--a perspective other than your own. This process provides you with new ways to think about your choices and behaviors, and frees you to achieve your goals.

If you are experiencing marriage or relationship challenges, a difficult divorced co-parenting situation, or stressful parenting issues, there are powerful skills, and simple shifts in thinking that can give you relief and help you find peace. I believe that the challenges we face are not failures; rather they are opportunities to grow and mature into ourselves. I specialize in relationship work, couples work, divorced co-parenting issues, family relationship work, emotions work (anger issues, anxiety and grief) and individual self-growth, including life transitions. Through my work with high-conflict divorced co-parenting, I have developed tolerance, patience, compassion and skill for working with difficult and challenging relationship dynamics.

I enjoy working with individuals across the lifespan -- children starting at age 2, tweens, adolescents, college students, young adults and adults. My specialties include anxiety, OCD, parenting, ADHD, tics, binge eating, and weight management. To achieve your goals, I offer evidence-based therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Exposure Plus Response Prevention (EXRP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

I am a psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience providing individual therapy and couples counseling to adults. My nonjudgmental approach, which entails kindness, empathy, and support coupled with honest and direct feedback, leads my clients to feel safe and understood - vital to successful therapy. In addition to depression and anxiety, relationship issues are a primary focus of mine, whether that involves dissatisfaction with a current relationship, frustration with establishing relationships, or trauma-related experiences with others.

When considering what my ideal client looks like, I find I can be the most helpful to someone who is curious about themselves and what makes them tick. They see a future for themself but are having trouble figuring out how to get there. They may come with the odds stacked against them due to being a part of a marginalized community or plagued with depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or substance abuse. Maybe they feel stuck, confused, or uncertain. That's where I come in.

I help people harness their strengths and learn new skills to increase their coping repertoire. I use cognitive behavioral strategies to enhance coping abilities and help people grow. Through a collaborative relationship, I help people define their goals, discover what strategies work for them, and work towards the next phase of their life. I'm pretty direct in my approach. Plus, I think everyone needs to have a sense of humor and I bring this attitude to my work.

Therapy is unique due to the nature of a therapeutic relationship between client and therapist. It is one that can instill a feeling of safety, promote authenticity, call attention to emotions and inspire hope. It is very important to work with a therapist that specializes in areas related to the presenting concerns that you are bringing into therapy. I specialize in working with clients that have concerns related to communication, relationship or family work, substance dependency, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and emotional regulation. I generally work with ages of 14 and above.

Therapy is first and foremost about the relationship. As is the case with any relationship, finding a good fit is essential. As your therapist, I will actively listen as you share your story and collaborate with you in developing treatment goals. I’m here to support and appropriately challenge you as you work to develop further insight, clarify your values, and make changes in your life. I will provide a safe space for you to process your emotions and assist you in examining what is within your control. Most importantly, in order to best meet your therapeutic needs, my approach will be individually tailored to you.

During life's challenging moments, most of us benefit from the support of a non judgmental guide. People have told me they feel safe with me. Whether you are dealing with work/school stress, struggling with anxiety or depression, coping with parenting, experiencing loss, or are looking for support with a relationship, I can help you to better understand stuck areas in your life. I see individuals, couples, adolescents and families. I have an interactive, supportive, and open approach. When working with individuals, we will work together to gain greater self understanding and discover workable solutions.

I am a Dually-Licensed Clinical Therapist and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I obtained my Master’s in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago, specializing in children and families along with addiction treatment. I received the Class Act Award from University of Illinois Hospital in Chicago and the Chapter of Merit Award from the American Case Management Association. I combine CBT, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, behavioral analysis, and mindfulness/insight awareness with a client-centered solution-focused approach.

The reality of our world is that it's stressful and demanding, and we can often feel like we're never "doing enough" or being the best version ourselves. These feelings can exacerbate exisiting mental health struggles, or open our eyes to the fact that we need more support to manage what life has given us. Whether you've been around the therapy block many times before, or are just taking that first brave leap into therapy, my hope is that I can be a source of not only clinical support, but also be an authentic source of compassion and validation.

I believe people have innate strength and capability to solve their problems but that there are times we lose sight of our strengths or are overwhelmed by situations. We may feel shame, alienation or loneliness and often these feelings pervade our sense of self and our relationships. My role is to create an accepting and non-judgmental environment for you and to help you toward self-understanding, self-acceptance and positive change. I am honored that I am entrusted with one's vulnerabilities to hold and keep safe as we work together towards these goals.