Therapists in Rockdale, IL

Hi there! Thanks for dropping by my profile. My name is Caitlin, and I am a trained therapist who specializes in helping you overcome the difficult times you are more than likely facing as you are on your search for help. My focus is to support you through these stressors while together we build the skills the necessary for you to get back on track. If you are having struggles with the following: navigating harmful/abusive relationships, saying "no" to others, prioritizing yourself, managing emotional pain, handling relational stressors, anxiety, depression, etc., then you are in the right place!

Transformation! We all have a story that has shaped our perspectives. Whether you are faced with issues related to anxiety, depression, couple distress, parenting, or TRAUMA- there is HOPE. It is not so much as "what happened to you", but how are these experiences processed. My desire is to help clients regain hope, heal, feel less anxious, greater security, and move FORWARD. My intention is to help my clients understand the root issues that cause emotional and psychological distress, develop a stronger sense of self so that they can live a more fulfilled life. The decision to change begins with you.

Life presents challenges for all of us. As a highly skilled therapist, I help individuals, couples, and families who have become overwhelmed by life's challenges or feeling "stuck" in their situation. I help my clients build inner strength and find relief from disturbing emotional, behavioral, and physical symptoms. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a personalized treatment approach tailored to a client's needs. I work with clients to identify and overcome dysfunctional patterns that interfere with mental well-being, relationships and general life satisfaction.

I enjoy working with clients of all ages towards their therapeutic goals. After years of experience, I am still in awe of the way clients overcome trauma and hardship. I feel fortunate to be a part of the process of healing as clients use and build their strengths through challenging times. I have experience helping children and families in a plethora of family set ups such as biological, adoption, foster care, kinship, etc. I enjoy working with clients using play therapy and I am pumped to be a Registered Play Therapist. I really enjoy meeting with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults using talk or play therapy.!

You deserve dignity, respect, and honesty because YOU, and those you love, are worth it. I will gladly utilize unique tools & methods to help give clients the strength they need to overcome their troubles. You have a right to cultural, religious, and sexual sensitivity in a judgement free space, and to interventions, without unrealistic expectations. You’ll never have to be afraid to ask questions or fear the answers. I excel at unique and difficult cases, and I'm not afraid to be direct. I have excellent boundaries, and I respect discretion.

With over 15 years clinical experience in the treatment of: children, adolescents, and adults, she holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Children and Adolescents. She continues to work on interdisciplinary teams within community mental health, private practice, churches, schools, and within the corporate sectors. Dr Battle is a mental health subject matter expert for several national and international organizations. She regularly participates in discussion panels on a range of topics regarding mental health/wellness and suicide prevention as it relates to youth.

There are times in our lives when we may have difficulty adjusting to work, family, and life stressors. Some may have experienced a traumatic event and have difficulty coping. Others may find it challenging to manage anxiety and depression, building healthy relationships, connecting to love ones or coping with other mental health conditions. Whatever the issues maybe, there is hope for healing and recovery, having the best quality of life possible.

My clients include individual adults, couples, families, and groups. During my years in the counseling field I've worked with depression, anxiety, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm, addictions, dissociative disorders, men's and women's issues, codepedency, communication, infidelity, grief and loss, boundaries, divorce, parenting, marital problems, eating disorders, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, and many other issues.

I understand that asking for help can be difficult, and even discussing your struggles with loved ones can be challenging. I want to offer you a secure and encouraging environment where you feel acknowledged and accepted. Together, we will work towards helping you to regain control of your life. Remember, you don't have to face this alone.

You've tried therapy before and it felt like a waste of time. You know you need help but taking the first step is terrifying and hard. You’re scared of opening up and talking about things that hurt to think about. You’re scared that talking about the terrible things that happened will make it more real. You need someone who can provide some immediate relief, is safe to talk to, and will work at your pace. You are an expert on your own experiences, I am a professional who understands how our mind and body reacts to trauma. Tell me what you can, when you can, and I will be right here for you.

I have extensive experience helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with individuals, groups, couples, and families. I enjoy working with adolescents and couples. I have a lot of expertise in helping my clients with stress management, self-esteem issues, communication skills, peer conflict, women's issues and men's issues. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship and I approach each client individually to determine their course of treatment. I also have a degree in Dietetics and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed and disconnected, wondering how things got to this point? Have you tried talking to your family and friends about it but you still feel stuck? I can help you navigate the healing process, develop mindfulness skills, and find a sense of connection with yourself. If you're ready to move beyond the facade of "everything is okay," then take the first step towards healing and growth with me.

In our sessions, I'll guide you through exploring your childhood experiences and how they might connect to patterns or triggers you face today. I work with a diverse range of clients, specializing in areas like trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, ADHD, grief, and life transitions. Together, we can address negative self-talk, low self-esteem, and self-care struggles. My goal is to help you find your voice, set healthy boundaries, gain insight from your past, and break free from limiting trauma responses.

Sandra Lukashevich is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. She works with children, adolescents, adults, seniors, couples, and families to provide counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, domestic violence, and other life challenges. Her experience also spans the life course to include counselling for self-harm, bullying, PTSD, dementia, and gender and sexual identity issues. Sandra is Gamer Affirmative and welcomes geek culture clients. She is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).

I often work with people who are facing a major life transition and/or who are feeling "stuck." Whether that is a career change, divorce, having a child, or a major illness (just to name a few), therapy can be incredibly helpful in finding the ground beneath your feet by figuring out what your goals are and how to get there. I also work with a lot of individuals who have survived some type of trauma, including major medical illness. I find that the big "why are we here?" questions can often be important to address after traumatic experiences.

My approach to therapy is guided by humility and respect for each person's unique experience and goals. I have particular interest and experience in working with survivors of trauma; people experiencing depression, anxiety, or borderline personality disorder; and young adults facing challenges in the transition to adulthood. I have worked in inpatient, college counseling, community mental health, and private practice settings.

Does life feel overwhelming for you or perhaps your child at the moment? I have worked with clients of all ages for the past ten years and I also specialize in working with children and family units as a whole. I provide individual and family counseling to an array of populations, including those with anxiety, depression, ADHD, histories of physical, sexual or emotional abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, or negative coping skills. I work with my clients through a Cognitive Behavioral Approach. When working with children or adolescents I use creative approaches to therapy, including art, sand play and play therapy techniques.

Counseling is my calling. I feel honored to play a role in assisting people to overcome obstacles and to become the person that they always felt was possible. I am hear to guide people on their journey of self discovery while also providing the skills and tools necessary to overcome what ever challenges life has brought their way. I truly love what I do and provide caring acceptance and support to my clients. I am proud to say that my biggest referral base is former clients and I could not ask for a biggest compliment. Looking forward to helping you.