Therapists in Glen Ellyn, IL

Mi objetivo como psicoterapeuta es proporcionar intervenciones basadas en la evidencia científica para las personas con dificultades y que buscan cambios positivos en sus vidas. Mi esperanza es alentar a las personas y explorar sus emociones para utilizar sus fortalezas y recursos internos.

Nuestra voluntad de emprender un viaje para encontrar la curación y la recuperación para que pueda vivir su mejor vida es valiente. Este proceso vulnerable es mejor respaldado por alguien que pueda escucharlo y comunicarse con respeto con empatía y compasión. Es importante que sepa que no está solo.

Nuestra práctica se enfoca en brindar atención traumatológica y culturalmente informada a la comunidad Latinx/Hispana. Nos enorgullecemos de construir una relación de colaboración con nuestros clientes y de proporcionar tratamientos basados en la evidencia para garantizar que puedan superar los obstáculos que enfrentan en sus vidas. Nuestros terapeutas ofrecen terapia individual a las personas en un ambiente cálido, seguro y respetuoso.

Hello! I am the founder and owner of Compassionate Holistic Counseling, LLC. I am passionate about treating the whole person with respect and honor. This means being empathetic, compassionate, encouraging, validating and accepting of each individual I come in contact with. One of my biggest joys is working with children 7+ and adolescents. I treat anxiety, depression, trauma (physical/sexual, emotional and/or medical), behavioral issues, grief, stress, the effects of divorce/separation, and school related issues. I help build coping strategies, self esteem, social competence and resilience.

Are you ready to embark on a journey towards emotional healing and self-discovery? I'm here to guide you through life's stressors and uncertainties, helping you resolve fears, doubts, and barriers while addressing old patterns and behaviors. While therapy can't remove life's difficulties, it can remind us that we're not alone. Healing and growth flourish within supportive communities. As a therapist, I pride myself on my non-traditional, warm and laid-back demeanor, drawing on my own lived experiences to inform my practice. My therapeutic style is client-centered, prioritizing your needs, experiences, and perspectives.

I believe therapy to be collaborative and distinctive to every individual’s specific needs. My goal is to help you heal and become increasingly empowered to be a stronger, happier and more content human being. I utilize a variety of techniques, including mindfulness, solution-focused brief therapy, strengths-based and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

Most clients come into therapy because of their current difficulty resolving a "presenting problem". That problem could be grief. It could be relationship troubles with partners, peers, or parents. It could be tied to substance abuse. Or trauma. Or both. It could be work-related. It could be a million things. Whatever the presenting problem, it tends to give the client physiological and psychological discomfort, which leads to the search for answers and relief, which often leads to counseling.

We all experience ups and downs. When individuals or families are struggling with difficult emotions, behaviors, memories, or events, then therapy is one option for support. My passion is working alongside my clients to support healthy adjustment, effective communication, and healing. I integrate a variety of strategies including cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT), existential therapy, client-centered, and mindfulness. We will also consider the influence of your family's culture and history. Most importantly, we will create a space to explore your difficulties together, without judgment and in a safe space.

Carlos Robles is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He earned a bachelor’s degree in anthropology from North Central College and a master’s degree in direct practice social work from The University of Chicago. Carlos has a great passion for serving people who have experienced and survived trauma, struggled with life’s hardships, and challenging events. He has worked in many social service and medical settings as a social worker and counselor. Carlos has worked in some of the busiest hospitals in Chicago providing crisis intervention, care coordination, and counseling.

Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward and Integrative approach and have our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.

Gabriel A. Cardenas, MFT, MA is BILINGUAL in SPANISH and ENGLISH, Gabriel’s greatest passion is to bring healing and transformation to individuals and families who have experienced a TRAUMATIC or STRESSFUL experience. Gabriel has vast experience in treating people who struggle with DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, ANGER, and TRAUMA using cognitive behavioral therapy. He employs a family systems approach to address communication and relational issues with families. In addition, Gabriel loves to work with COUPLES who want to achieve their RELATIONSHIP GOALS—believing that a love that’s alive is also constantly evolving.

All therapy starts with collaboration at it's core. Seeking therapy takes a great deal of courage and we commend you for considering therapy as a tool for self-exploration and growth. Many find that building a supportive and interactive relationship with their therapist contributes to the overall effectiveness of therapy. We offer a safe and non-judgmental environment, with a commitment to placing the highest priority on your well-being. Our services are offered to adults and teens, specializing in difficulties related to: stress, coping with life's changes, anxiety, trauma, identity, body image, self-esteem, and LGBTQ+.

Sandra Armendariz, LPC, is an empathic and compassionate therapist who offers each client guidance, support, and knowledge as they discover their inner wisdom and resilience. Sandra earned a graduate degree in clinical mental health from Adler University and a doctorate in clinical psychology from Central University of Ecuador. Fluent in both Spanish and English, Sandra worked around the world as a therapist and graduate level teacher. She helps teens and adults with depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship conflicts, domestic abuse, and more.

I am a bilingual therapist, providing psychotherapy to Spanish and English speaking clients. My approach is compassionate and focused on leveraging your strengths to lead towards a worthwhile life. I tailor my approach to the individual with whom I work. This includes their needs, culture, values, personality and goals. Through our work we will examine your thoughts, actions and behaviors and move towards empowering you to realize more purpose, reach higher fulfillment and build your own self esteem. I work with individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents.