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Cherry Hill Counseling
Verified Verified
Wauconda, IL 60084
Cherry Hill Counseling is one of the longest-standing counseling practices in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago. Cherry Hill has seven locations including: Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, McHenry, Deer Park, Chicago, Grayslake, and Wheaton. Our counseling services include: individual therapy, family therapy, counseling for children and adolescents, marital and premarital therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.
Cherry Hill Counseling is one of the longest-standing counseling practices in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago. Cherry Hill has seven locations including: Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, McHenry, Deer Park, Chicago, Grayslake, and Wheaton. Our counseling services include: individual therapy, family therapy, counseling for children and adolescents, marital and premarital therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.
(847) 386-2109 View (847) 386-2109
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Kathleen Kenney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Wauconda, IL 60084
Many people struggle with anxiety and depression as they cope with life's uncertainties. We are all redefining "normal." My training in CBT, EMDR, Strengths Centered, and Person Centered Therapy with men, women, children, elders, and caregivers is well rounded. People are dealing with trauma, abuse, employment issues, grief, mental illness, addiction, co-dependency, physical illness, parenting, divorce, retirement, and loss of identity. Everyone wants to know they have a "purpose." I specialize in helping clients with their journey. Most people want to feel safe, loved, understood, and appreciated. I can help with that.
Many people struggle with anxiety and depression as they cope with life's uncertainties. We are all redefining "normal." My training in CBT, EMDR, Strengths Centered, and Person Centered Therapy with men, women, children, elders, and caregivers is well rounded. People are dealing with trauma, abuse, employment issues, grief, mental illness, addiction, co-dependency, physical illness, parenting, divorce, retirement, and loss of identity. Everyone wants to know they have a "purpose." I specialize in helping clients with their journey. Most people want to feel safe, loved, understood, and appreciated. I can help with that.
(847) 713-1261 View (847) 713-1261
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Nancy D Bourke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauconda, IL 60084
Are you having difficulty setting and attaining goals? Feelings of anxiety, worry, sadness or anger?Finding and keeping meaningful relationships? Trying to cope and regain balance after a painful loss or trauma? Generally feeling like your life is being hijacked away from what it could be? If you can say yes to any of these, you may also be feeling alone with your challenges. Understand, you are not, many share these feelings and what these challenges all have in common; they are isolating and negatively life altering. For those who have struggled, a therapist can be an essential guide towards a happier, healthier life journey.
Are you having difficulty setting and attaining goals? Feelings of anxiety, worry, sadness or anger?Finding and keeping meaningful relationships? Trying to cope and regain balance after a painful loss or trauma? Generally feeling like your life is being hijacked away from what it could be? If you can say yes to any of these, you may also be feeling alone with your challenges. Understand, you are not, many share these feelings and what these challenges all have in common; they are isolating and negatively life altering. For those who have struggled, a therapist can be an essential guide towards a happier, healthier life journey.
(224) 268-1856 View (224) 268-1856

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Photo of Rebecca Kiel, Counselor in Wauconda, IL
Rebecca Kiel
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
I enjoy working with clients facing women's issues, adolescents, artists, and caregivers.
Central to my practice is the belief that all of us deserve respect no matter our histories, and have within ourselves the wisdom for peace and healing. Our individual journeys are at times celebratory and at other times heartbreaking. We may not always be able to choose the circumstances we face such as illness, or the end of a relationship. Instead, we can choose what we are going to do about our challenges. We can choose how to integrate this information into our overall life stories for greater joy, creativity, and balance.
I enjoy working with clients facing women's issues, adolescents, artists, and caregivers.
Central to my practice is the belief that all of us deserve respect no matter our histories, and have within ourselves the wisdom for peace and healing. Our individual journeys are at times celebratory and at other times heartbreaking. We may not always be able to choose the circumstances we face such as illness, or the end of a relationship. Instead, we can choose what we are going to do about our challenges. We can choose how to integrate this information into our overall life stories for greater joy, creativity, and balance.
(224) 676-9800 x23 View (224) 676-9800 x23
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Nancy E Dolan
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Barrington, IL 60010
I work with adults who are struggling with depression and change of life issues (i.e., job loss, divorce, illness), and in particular those who are experiencing grief and loss. I have a great deal of experience working with the aging adult population and the issues that accompany this phase of life. I believe that most issues have an associated spiritual component to them, and if the client wishes to incorporate spirituality into the therapeutic work, I am comfortable doing so. The short term goal of therapy is symptom reduction, while the long-term goal is transformation.
I work with adults who are struggling with depression and change of life issues (i.e., job loss, divorce, illness), and in particular those who are experiencing grief and loss. I have a great deal of experience working with the aging adult population and the issues that accompany this phase of life. I believe that most issues have an associated spiritual component to them, and if the client wishes to incorporate spirituality into the therapeutic work, I am comfortable doing so. The short term goal of therapy is symptom reduction, while the long-term goal is transformation.
(847) 278-2080 View (847) 278-2080
Photo of Felice L Block, Counselor in Wauconda, IL
Felice L Block
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I help women get out of and stay out of abusive relationships. This includes women who love an addict or have a partner that is emotionally, verbally, spiritually, financially or physically abusive. I have developed a treatment model for partners in these dysfunctional relationships called "Relationship Recovery." I have over 30 years experience. I am EMDR certified which is a type of therapy that can resolve symptoms associated with trauma and anxiety. I train and supervise other counselors. I work with clients as young as 2 through 64 years of age.
I help women get out of and stay out of abusive relationships. This includes women who love an addict or have a partner that is emotionally, verbally, spiritually, financially or physically abusive. I have developed a treatment model for partners in these dysfunctional relationships called "Relationship Recovery." I have over 30 years experience. I am EMDR certified which is a type of therapy that can resolve symptoms associated with trauma and anxiety. I train and supervise other counselors. I work with clients as young as 2 through 64 years of age.
(847) 469-4955 View (847) 469-4955
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Lisa Marie Petrongelli, PsyD, MSN, APRN-BC, C-AAIS
PsyD, MSN, APRN-BC, FPA, C-AAIS
Verified Verified
Barrington, IL 60010
As a Clinical Psychologist and Family Nurse Practitioner, I offer an integrative approach to treating women. My private practice, Health and Therapy for Women, serves clients looking for comprehensive care, addressing medical and mental health issues. My practice focus includes: coping with medical/chronic illness, individual/group psychotherapies, grief/loss support, animal-assisted therapies, and opioid use disorder treatment. Psychotropic medications are added to a treatment plan after non-pharmacological alternatives have been applied and the client continues to have emotional distress interfering with levels of functioning.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Family Nurse Practitioner, I offer an integrative approach to treating women. My private practice, Health and Therapy for Women, serves clients looking for comprehensive care, addressing medical and mental health issues. My practice focus includes: coping with medical/chronic illness, individual/group psychotherapies, grief/loss support, animal-assisted therapies, and opioid use disorder treatment. Psychotropic medications are added to a treatment plan after non-pharmacological alternatives have been applied and the client continues to have emotional distress interfering with levels of functioning.
(847) 242-2358 View (847) 242-2358
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Janette Williams
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60012  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Illinois. I received my doctoral degree in clinical psychology at Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. I have worked with clients of all ages and have extensive experience treating those with mood disorders and those who have experienced trauma. My approach is fundamentally humanistic. Through my own life experience and work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has proven to bring about great resolve. I believe the therapeutic relationship to be of the utmost importance. A "Good fit" is ideal and should be sought as well as treatment tailored to an individuals needs.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Illinois. I received my doctoral degree in clinical psychology at Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. I have worked with clients of all ages and have extensive experience treating those with mood disorders and those who have experienced trauma. My approach is fundamentally humanistic. Through my own life experience and work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has proven to bring about great resolve. I believe the therapeutic relationship to be of the utmost importance. A "Good fit" is ideal and should be sought as well as treatment tailored to an individuals needs.
(708) 395-9658 View (708) 395-9658
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Jennifer Rochon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60014  (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed, burdened, and stressed out? You are not alone. Each of us experiences problems in our lives that we cannot seem to resolve alone.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, burdened, and stressed out? You are not alone. Each of us experiences problems in our lives that we cannot seem to resolve alone.
(815) 627-4466 View (815) 627-4466
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Kaila Zimmerman-Moscovitch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Barrington, IL 60010
I specialize in working with children, teens, adolescents and young adults navigating their life changes, events, stressors and overall mental health. I utilize a trauma informed approach while helping individuals with their experiences of trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, relationships and more.
I specialize in working with children, teens, adolescents and young adults navigating their life changes, events, stressors and overall mental health. I utilize a trauma informed approach while helping individuals with their experiences of trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, relationships and more.
(773) 389-2791 View (773) 389-2791
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Sana Wellness Center
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Barrington, IL 60010
Sana means heal and we strive to create a nurturing environment for you to explore your healing. Sana Wellness Center is dedicated to providing holistic and effective mental health services to anyone who seeks to collaboratively address and heal adverse life experiences and current concerns in a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment. Through unconditional acceptance, we will walk with you as you develop insights while respecting your individuality to achieve your goals. In tandem with mental health services, Sana offers Reiki, sound healing, and trauma yoga to help integrate supportive services into your journey.
Sana means heal and we strive to create a nurturing environment for you to explore your healing. Sana Wellness Center is dedicated to providing holistic and effective mental health services to anyone who seeks to collaboratively address and heal adverse life experiences and current concerns in a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment. Through unconditional acceptance, we will walk with you as you develop insights while respecting your individuality to achieve your goals. In tandem with mental health services, Sana offers Reiki, sound healing, and trauma yoga to help integrate supportive services into your journey.
(224) 427-3485 View (224) 427-3485
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Snezana Nina Gadjanski
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CADC, CCTP, RYT
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
I support clients through the process in which they are encouraged to welcome any emotions and experiences that arise as it may bring valuable lessons and tools, which can help overcome future obstacles in life. I understand that our life experiences can have an enormous impact on our bodies, mind, and overall functioning; and to heal all these parts, we need to heal our bodies and go inward.
I support clients through the process in which they are encouraged to welcome any emotions and experiences that arise as it may bring valuable lessons and tools, which can help overcome future obstacles in life. I understand that our life experiences can have an enormous impact on our bodies, mind, and overall functioning; and to heal all these parts, we need to heal our bodies and go inward.
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Lydia Tracy
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
Whatever you're facing, when you're in therapy with me, you can bring your mess. No need to have it together, or know where to begin. Your therapy is customized to you, so it starts with learning your story and understanding your needs. Then, we work together toward the changes you want to see.
Whatever you're facing, when you're in therapy with me, you can bring your mess. No need to have it together, or know where to begin. Your therapy is customized to you, so it starts with learning your story and understanding your needs. Then, we work together toward the changes you want to see.
(224) 279-6384 View (224) 279-6384
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Margaret Zangrilli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Barrington, IL 60010  (Online Only)
Many people avoid seeking help for fear that they or their children will be labeled. My motto is: "Peel off the labels and see the person underneath." I believe you are a person with unique needs, strengths, and challenges, that there are complex reasons you are living the life you are living today - AND, you can improve. Emotional pain and problems are just as natural and normal as physical pain and problems. When we let go of the labels we have about ourselves, our problems, or therapy in general, we can begin healing the pain and resolving the problems.
Many people avoid seeking help for fear that they or their children will be labeled. My motto is: "Peel off the labels and see the person underneath." I believe you are a person with unique needs, strengths, and challenges, that there are complex reasons you are living the life you are living today - AND, you can improve. Emotional pain and problems are just as natural and normal as physical pain and problems. When we let go of the labels we have about ourselves, our problems, or therapy in general, we can begin healing the pain and resolving the problems.
(847) 807-1771 View (847) 807-1771
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Donna Siller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrington, IL 60010  (Online Only)
I strive to help people reach their goals and manage life stressors. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relationship and communication issues, divorce, grief and loss, mid-life, aging and senior issues, caregiver stress, work difficulties, coping with physical health problems and improving self esteem and confidence. By helping clients create a glimpse of the future they want, overcome current barriers and learn new skills, I help them make positive changes to create a fulfilling and satisfying life.
I strive to help people reach their goals and manage life stressors. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relationship and communication issues, divorce, grief and loss, mid-life, aging and senior issues, caregiver stress, work difficulties, coping with physical health problems and improving self esteem and confidence. By helping clients create a glimpse of the future they want, overcome current barriers and learn new skills, I help them make positive changes to create a fulfilling and satisfying life.
(708) 578-8691 View (708) 578-8691
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Peonita Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, CSAT, CPTT, DWCF
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
The Couple and Family Clinic is creating connections that heal. We specialize in relational conflict and trauma, partner betrayal trauma, sexual compulsion, cultural trauma and grief and loss. Pain and adjustment is a part of life. I am here to walk with you through the process so that you will arrive at your goal feeling healthy and whole. The client's experience from beginning to the end of treatment are all very important to me and the healing process. We all desire healthy, happy and loving relationships, and this takes courage and will pull us out of our comfort zone. Sometimes loving ourselves is the best place to start.
The Couple and Family Clinic is creating connections that heal. We specialize in relational conflict and trauma, partner betrayal trauma, sexual compulsion, cultural trauma and grief and loss. Pain and adjustment is a part of life. I am here to walk with you through the process so that you will arrive at your goal feeling healthy and whole. The client's experience from beginning to the end of treatment are all very important to me and the healing process. We all desire healthy, happy and loving relationships, and this takes courage and will pull us out of our comfort zone. Sometimes loving ourselves is the best place to start.
(847) 416-6625 View (847) 416-6625
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Audrey Grahame Raden
Counselor, MA, LCPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
You're tossing and turning with your mind churning over What Ifs or moments that haunt. You feel stressed or overwhelmed; a sense of dread always lurking in the background. Maybe you're snapping at people or pushing them away. It might seem like everyone else is able to do things so much easier or better. Sometimes it seems like you're moving through thick fog. But it doesn't have to be this way.
You're tossing and turning with your mind churning over What Ifs or moments that haunt. You feel stressed or overwhelmed; a sense of dread always lurking in the background. Maybe you're snapping at people or pushing them away. It might seem like everyone else is able to do things so much easier or better. Sometimes it seems like you're moving through thick fog. But it doesn't have to be this way.
(224) 875-6536 View (224) 875-6536
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Jamie Gray
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Barrington, IL 60010
Waitlist for new clients
As a functional therapist, I am passionate about journeying with clients as they return to their authentic Self. The work I focus on in the counseling room is root-cause or “trauma-informed”, meaning together we will discover the moment(s) of harm that are still carried in your mind and body today. When overwhelm, stress, and trauma are unattended to, they can manifest as depression, anxiety, low-self esteem, and emotional dysregulation – even physical pain and disease. Sometimes it’s possible to pin-point the exact moment, while others are struggling to understand what has gotten them to “this place” – and that is okay!
As a functional therapist, I am passionate about journeying with clients as they return to their authentic Self. The work I focus on in the counseling room is root-cause or “trauma-informed”, meaning together we will discover the moment(s) of harm that are still carried in your mind and body today. When overwhelm, stress, and trauma are unattended to, they can manifest as depression, anxiety, low-self esteem, and emotional dysregulation – even physical pain and disease. Sometimes it’s possible to pin-point the exact moment, while others are struggling to understand what has gotten them to “this place” – and that is okay!
(224) 232-5464 View (224) 232-5464
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Chrissie Steyn
Counselor, MA, LCPC, SSP-C, EMDR
Verified Verified
Barrington, IL 60010
Waitlist for new clients
I love sitting with people who want to get unstuck and live authentically. Our stories impact our bodies not just our hearts and minds. Overwhelming moments or periods of prolonged stress can manifest in the present if not followed by adequate periods of recovery. You'll know you are stuck if your behaviors or responses are sabotaging current relationships and life goals. You may know the origin of your trauma responses, though I often find clients can't pinpoint a specific incident to explain why they are getting easily triggered or paralyzed. That's ok!
I love sitting with people who want to get unstuck and live authentically. Our stories impact our bodies not just our hearts and minds. Overwhelming moments or periods of prolonged stress can manifest in the present if not followed by adequate periods of recovery. You'll know you are stuck if your behaviors or responses are sabotaging current relationships and life goals. You may know the origin of your trauma responses, though I often find clients can't pinpoint a specific incident to explain why they are getting easily triggered or paralyzed. That's ok!
(847) 713-1287 View (847) 713-1287
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Lola Ladimir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047  (Online Only)
I am an experienced licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing a client-centered strength-based approach, incorporating a focus on mindfulness to promote mental well-being and strength of Self. This approach encourages a collaborative therapeutic relationship to facilitate healing and growth. Through my work as a therapist, I am reminded daily of the resilient nature of the human spirit. From experiences with disappointment to unimaginable trauma, people find the courage to ask for help and to move forward.
I am an experienced licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing a client-centered strength-based approach, incorporating a focus on mindfulness to promote mental well-being and strength of Self. This approach encourages a collaborative therapeutic relationship to facilitate healing and growth. Through my work as a therapist, I am reminded daily of the resilient nature of the human spirit. From experiences with disappointment to unimaginable trauma, people find the courage to ask for help and to move forward.
(872) 259-9856 View (872) 259-9856

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Women's Issues Therapists

How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?

Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?

Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.