Relational Therapists in Forrest, IL

I am a relationship/intimacy-oriented therapist, in that I support individuals in rebuilding and repairing the connection they have with themselves, and within their external relationships. Topics explored in Sex/Relationship-Centered Therapy include: increasing emotional and/or sexual intimacy, discovering/reclaiming sexual pleasure, working through sexual shame, navigating desire discrepancies, sexual dysfunction, conflict management/communication, trust repair/infidelity, and ethical nonmongamy.

I am a licensed psychotherapist with a Master’s degree from the University of Chicago, where I studied clinical social work. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults on a wide range of clinical issues including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, relationship concerns, and trauma. I am also passionate about perinatal mental health and work with new parents as they navigate the complex issues associated with planning, pregnancy, and parenthood.

Greg specializes in trauma-focused therapy for children ages 5 & up, adolescents, and adults. For those who have experienced childhood trauma, relational trauma, or complex trauma, life often feels overwhelming. Their sense of self, relationships, & view of the past, present, & future become rocky at best. As a result many trauma survivors live in chronic state of anxiety, depression, numbness, fatigue, burn out & suffer from illness. In addition to trauma survivors, Greg works closely with children, teens, young adults, & adoptive families struggling with depression, anxiety, dissociation, mood disorders, behavioral issues & more.

Too often psychotherapy focuses on causality, pathology and cures. However, rather than being "sick" or 'broken", often we are just lost inside ourselves or relationships. Everyone is a unique person with their own story, experience and perspective. The goal of therapy is to achieve a deeper awareness of where we are, to discover internal meaning for our many experiences, and to experience a life worth living. While working towards that awareness, I feel that it's also important to teach healthier coping skills to assist in dealing with the anxiety and day to day stressors that bring individuals to therapy.

Are you living your ideal life? Are your relationships as close or as functional as you would like? As a Couple and Family Therapist, I specialize in services for couples, families, and individuals in Illinois and Indiana. I work collaboratively, providing a safe, culturally sensitive, and encouraging virtual space to explore what is no longer working for you. Together, with an approach based on your unique situation and experiences, we can work through what is keeping you from your desired life.

I am a licensed professional clinical psychotherapist with over a decade of experience working with youth ages 0-18. I also specialize in early infant-parent psychotherapy, childhood development, parent-child relationships, parental mental health, and family wellness. I have has also received additional specialized training in trauma-informed care and multicultural psychology which are vital to youth wellness!

I work collaboratively with clients from a relational, psychoanalytic perspective and view the therapy relationship as an opportunity to explore, bring awareness to, and transform patterns of relating to others and oneself. I remain curious, open, and engaged with my clients, whom I view as the authorities on their own lives.

Life can be full of transitions, challenge, and change. Sometimes it helps to have a safe and nonjudgmental place to work through what’s been on your mind. I strive to provide a caring, compassionate environment for that process. I’ll partner with you to help you come to your own insights, and we’ll work on noticing patterns and what is behind them. We’ll also work on identifying your unique strengths and how those can help you move toward positive change.

I'm glad you're here. While it may not be easy to seek help, it's my hope that you will be able to understand your situation better and move towards resolving your difficulties. Please don't wait another day. I want to hear your story. You are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being.

My approach to therapy is one of warmth, collaboration, mutual respect, and non-judgment. Whether you're undergoing a life transition, unsatisfied in your relationship(s), or just feeling down as a result of life's ebbs and flows, I am committed to helping you understand your experiences more deeply and ultimately find relief from your pain through self-exploration and meaning-making.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Art Therapist. My approach to the therapeutic process is to create and hold a nurturing, secure and restorative space for all of my clients. In sessions, I use the natural healing elements of art and mindfulness while using my understanding of relational, feminist, cognitive behavioral, and client-centered theories to create a holistic approach.

Finding the right fit is essential when seeking a new therapist. In order to do the hard work of therapy, it’s important that you feel safe, understood, and respected. As a therapist, I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative space for clients to overcome the barriers standing in the way of living life to the fullest.

Hi and welcome to my page! I’d love to assist you in figuring out the next step in your therapy journey. I believe effective therapy is the result of finding a therapist that’s a good fit for you. I know therapy can seem like an intimidating process to begin, but I hope to show you that it doesn’t have to be.

As a clinical social worker with experiences in community mental health clinics, private practice, and public/private schools, I understand that change occurs in the context of a meaningful connection with a therapist. Patients often contact me because they seek an individualized approach instead of a one-size-fits-all. My integrative approach to depth therapy forms the basis to help develop a greater sense of self-worth, perspective, and well-being.

Congratulations for taking the first step to care for yourself and your mental health. I am a professional counselor in Illinois and I support clients as they navigate depression, anxiety, interpersonal concerns, identity conflict, family of origin issues and trauma recovery. Using a biopsychosocialspiritual lens to understand people, my approach to therapy is trauma-informed and relational. I believe that our relationships impact all areas of our lives, including our identities, how we see ourselves, how we see others, and how we interact with the world.

My greatest passion and area of specialty is in working with individuals, of all ages, who are experiencing significant distress in their lives, including: death and loss, impaired self-esteem/confidence, anxiety, depression, life transition issues and relationship difficulties.

I believe we all have an inner knowing inside of us that can help us along our life path. My therapeutic approach is to help individuals follow this inner wisdom to a more fulfilling future. Therapy is a safe space to examine harmful intergenerational patterns and begin the process of change into a lighter future. I also enjoy working with individuals who identify as creatives and those who are interested in cultivating their creativity in their daily life.

Being human is weird and messy. Learning to live with our own thoughts and our internal narratives can be exhausting. I work well with clients addressing concerns related to anxiety, grief, burnout, relational challenges, adult family dynamics, work life balance, feelings of overwhelm, and depression. I have experience working with other health professionals on their own mental health journeys. I enjoy working with "overachievers" and "people pleasers" who are interested in living a life beyond their resume and reconnecting with themselves. I also enjoy supporting clients rebuilding life post brain injury and stroke.