Spirituality Therapists in Channahon, IL

Have you decided to become a mom? It can be daunting and at times difficult. During this pregnancy are you asking yourself questions like “why am I not glowing and happy?” Have you just become a new mom and feel disconnected and that no one understands? Do you have young children and constantly ask yourself “am I a good mom, what’s wrong with me or my child?” You are not alone. I felt these very same thoughts and so have many others. Transitioning to parenthood the first, second or even third time can be overwhelming and at times traumatic and that is where therapy can be helpful.

Everybody has issues in their life and could use a helpful someone to talk to. Sometimes our struggles go beyond the help of a friend or family member. It takes courage to reach out and I do not take that lightly. Primarily using CBT (cognitive-behavioral) and CCT (client-centered) therapies I help you navigate life's challenges. I let the session happen naturally and you get to talk about whatever is on your mind. You will never have to go anywhere you are not ready to go. I am here to walk beside you in your journey.

Are you anxious or depressed? Are you struggling with anger? Do you feel dis-ease or question your life direction? Do you wonder if it is ever possible to feel content, grounded and happy?

Dealing with obstacles can sometimes make it hard to reach out for support, but asking for help shows strength. I have experience working with people of all ages, with a focus on teenagers to adults and families. If you've been recently diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood, struggle with setting boundaries or expressing your needs as a highly sensitive or empathetic individual, are dealing with physical or psychological symptoms from trauma, grief, or abuse, or are facing challenges like depression, anxiety, panic attacks, burnout, or self-harm, we could be a great team to work together.

Many of the people that come to see me have in someway either lost their way in life and are tired of settling for the crumbs. Some come because of their lives have become out of balance and in some cases out of control in the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual areas. Others, because they are in a tremendous amount of emotional pain. My goal is to help you find a healthy way of dealing with whatever the issues, in effective ways, that are keeping you from reaching your highest potential and to heal the obvious and not so obvious wounds that might be preventing that from happening.

I welcome therapeutic opportunities with diverse people, cultures, and systems in a zealous advocacy for the healing and enhancement of the human condition. I believe all of us are seeking change and recovery in our way and at our own time. If this is your time, I hope to offer you and yours a warm, welcoming, and safe space to work toward mental health and wellness.

We are all very capable of being happy. Sometimes loss, our environment or trauma can impact us to the point where we are no longer healthy or happy. I believe that we can be the healthiest version of ourselves with unconditional support. I love to empower my clients and give them the tools to improve their quality of life. I believe that we all struggle in life; being human is not a easy feat for many of us. I myself have struggled with many of the issues I specialize in, so I will do my best to get the core and to help you to heal yourself by strengthening your skills but will also do so with a very empathetic understanding.

Whitney is the Director of Associates in Professional Counseling’s High Conflict Mediation Institute division which helps families struggling through divorce. She is a certified Mediator, trained at Northwestern University and a certified Parent Coordinator for the courts. As a Parent Coordinator, Whitney assists parents in creating a healthy co-parenting relationship by reducing conflict and making decisions in the children's best interest. She also provides Reunification therapy which aims to reintroduce a parent (or parents) back into a child’s life in a safe and controlled manner.

My goal as a Counselor is to provide hope, inspiration, and personal growth to those struggling with poor coping skills, life changes, abuse, grief, depression, anger, low self-esteem, communication problems, trauma, and relationship issues. I provide a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment when dealing with these concerns. I will assist you through this process as you strive for change and healing. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Illinois and Licensed Mental Health Counselor for the State of Indiana. I am also a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor through the National Board for Certified Counselors.

Handling day to day life with anxiety, Autism, or ADHD takes a ton of energy - finding a therapist with experience with severe or long-term mental illness can be equally exhausting. As a clinical psychologist, I have the training and experience necessary to help life seem a little less overwhelming. My clients often find that they have visited many therapists, but never seem to feel understood or make progress. This is even more difficult for neurodivergent clients (or those who wonder if they have Autism or ADHD), as it's difficult to get a clear diagnosis. This leads to a long-term, frustrating cycle of trying to find a good fit.

Life can be an overwhelming and a confusing puzzle at times. Therapy allows you to take the time to carefully pick up those pieces and create a life that you can be at peace with. My therapeutic style is one that balances real connection with honest conversations. I collaborate with clients to create a judgement free space that will also challenge you directly to reach the goals you want to achieve. Together, we can find the right tools to help you cope with stress and navigate relationship dynamics. By exploring patterns and learning new skills in therapy, you can gain a renewed sense of confidence and strength.