Therapists in Tinley Park, IL

I have a strong belief in the human spirit, and that individuals inherently possess the ability to make very powerful changes in their lives. I help to provide effective tools for transforming negative self-talk into a more motivating and inspiring internal process. I gently challenge habitual emotional reactions that tend to hijack a person's ability to think clearly. Once a person is able to manage these struggles a bit better, he/she/they are able to achieve better emotional regulation and make optimal choices toward personal growth and well-being.

Do you have a child or teen struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, peer relationships, and/or depression? Is your child showing a lot of anger, refusing to go to school, or getting in trouble at school often? Is your child staying in their room all day, on their devices constantly, or rarely interacting with the family? Sometimes, allowing a child or teen to have an outlet to talk to someone other than family or friends, could help them tremendously. I am here to help!

I have experience with helping clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders, low self-esteem, grief, and other major challenging life events. I also provide counseling to clients who are experiencing everyday life challenges who simply need someone to talk to in order to work through current and past life stressors, through individual or group therapy in a supportive and comfortable setting.

We all face times when we know we want something different for ourselves, but we don’t exactly know what. We know that the world is changing, that we might need to change too, or maybe even learn how to tolerate uncomfortable feelings that change can bring. Maybe there are parts of your life that feel unmanageable or downright difficult. Change can feel overwhelming, and at the same time we can experience new and exciting parts of life as we go through these transitions and challenges.

Are you having a hard time coping with stress and anxiety in your daily life? Maybe you’ve been struggling with communicating effectively in your various relationships or trying to heal from a relationship that recently ended? Do you find you have a hard time controlling your emotions or anger?

Whether you are going through a fog in your life, struggling to get over hurt, experiencing broken relationships, depressive mood, stress, anxiety, or seeking help with career decisions or finding a new path, I'm here to offer support to you.

You feel like you're going through the motions but never really getting anywhere. Maybe you're completely stressed out and worried about your future or your family members' futures. Or maybe it's a struggle to set healthy boundaries for yourself and your loved ones. You've likely been debating seeking help for months if not years. We're so glad you've taken the courageous step of being here. We're confident that together, we can work to help equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome these challenges.

Sometimes the only way out is through. I help overwhelmed children, teens, adults, and parents overcome daily life struggles. I offer in-person and telehealth options to treat anxiety, OCD, depression, and inattention for clients of all ages. College students and out-of-state travelers may continue telehealth while they are staying in eligible states. I also offer more flexible scheduling options to meet the needs of business professionals, healthcare providers, school faculty and students.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed School Counselor and Certified Life Coach. My work experience spans multiple areas including private practice, behavioral healthcare organizations, public and private schools, and mental health hospitals where I provided individual, group counseling and education. I have worked extensively with teenagers, families, individuals and children. My therapeutic approach includes family systems, eclectic and holistic approaches and other interventions that allow individuals and families as co-facilitators of emotional healing. I feel I have a keen ability to listen and understand my clients.

I am a Licensed Social Worker who enjoys working with adults and seniors. Many times, taking the step to enter therapy can be a difficult decision. Being able to acknowledge that life has become overwhelming and extra support is needed takes courage. Coming from the strengths-based perspective, I believe that everyone has the abilities and qualities to set and achieve goals to better their lives. Together we can work to develop healthy and effective coping skills to help manage life's stressors.

Would you like to spring forward to new challenges? Do you want to shed those nagging problems that sap your energy and prevent you from living your life fully? Are you ready to try new challenges? Warm, professional counseling can help you boost your mood, tackle personal problems, conquer bad habits, improve relationships, enhance self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and cope with difficult situations.

My ideal client is someone navigating transformative life stages, particularly adolescents and young adults facing the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. They may be struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, and stress, seeking support for identity development, interpersonal and communication skills, or exploring racial identity experiences. Their goal is personal growth and empowerment, and they desire guidance to enhance their daily lives.

If you’re struggling with difficult emotions, relationship/family issues, trauma, uncomfortable life transitions, or feeling stuck and overwhelmed, help is available. My passion is working with clients to develop self-awareness, inner strength, and coping skills so that true and lasting healing occurs. I believe that your overall sense of well-being and overall health includes mental and emotional wellness. My hope is that therapy will help you experience greater self-acceptance, understanding, and an ability to achieve your goals and increase your emotional wellness.

The journey through life can be very challenging at times, causing confusion, self-doubt, depression, anxiety, fear and even anger. Are you or your child struggling with coping with a traumatic event? Are you unable to gain control of an addiction or addictive behaviors that negatively impact your life? Has life transitions got you stressed and unable to see things clearly? If so, congratulations on being courageous in making an important step towards discovery in a safe, non-judgmental and empowering environment. You are one step closer to a new path of opportunity for clarity, change and growth.

Life throws all sorts of curveballs at us. There are times when we feel like things are getting to be “too much”. Does this make you stressed, or not feel like yourself? Are you finding waiting list after waiting list? I’m here to tell you that you are not alone in this! Situations can arise leaving us with many unanswered questions. Let me help you gain some understanding of yourself! I currently offer telehealth appointments only to provide therapy in the comfort of your own home.

When individuals or couples first come in to see me, they are often anxious, depressed or scared. They may feel confused or uncertain about the future. Coping skills that used to work "OK" no longer seem to be sufficient. Some people can point to a specific cause or event, but others find it difficult to identify or talk about underlying concerns - particularly if they have endured a trauma. Therapy offers a warm, safe and compassionate space for exploration of feelings that can be too difficult or too heavy to hold without support.

Seeking help takes courage. I firmly believe in the power of therapy and connection. My name is Jennifer and I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families in a variety of community and hospital settings. I embody a strength-based approach and believe in fostering resiliency and working to empower individuals to utilize their intrinsic strengths. At Mosaic Counseling and Wellness, we believe that there is room for growth in all of our lives. We understand that the fit between therapist and client is essential to success as healing occurs within relationships.

Whatever circumstances you may be facing, I am here to walk with you through it. It is my desire to help you live a healthier, more fulfilling life. I specialize in anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, self-esteem/identity issues, life transitions, and women's issues. I provide a safe space for individuals to develop personal insight and awareness into the unique parts that make up their entire being. I am passionate about traveling with clients on their personal life path and empowering people to flourish.

As humans, we all face an array of challenges, experience pain and suffering, and sometimes, find ourselves feeling alone in the dark, helpless and hopeless. I understand asking for help can be the most terrifying and uncomfortable decision we have to make during these times. As a therapist, it is my goal to empower my clients through these hardships, to find the light. I am invested in and unafraid to provide the deep connection and nonjudgmental space essential to think, feel, and work through any fears and challenges appearing in the way of achieving your goals.