Therapists in Evanston, IL

I am a Dually-Licensed Clinical Therapist and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I obtained my Master’s in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago, specializing in children and families along with addiction treatment. I received the Class Act Award from University of Illinois Hospital in Chicago and the Chapter of Merit Award from the American Case Management Association. I combine CBT, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, behavioral analysis, and mindfulness/insight awareness with a client-centered solution-focused approach.

I'm a licensed clinical psychologist. In my 25+ years as a psychotherapist I've come to appreciate the wisdom found in various therapeutic models. So I've developed an integrative approach. I believe it's important to tailor the therapy to the individual. Our past, present, and future all influence our choices and behaviors. So I find it helpful to put on trifocals to see where we're at, how we got here, and where we want to go. As social beings our interpersonal relationships are vital to our well-being and happiness. Sometimes our interpersonal style helps us connect with others; sometimes it gets in the way of our relationships. Checking out our personality style is often beneficial. As individuals we are unfolding in our own unique way and I believe there is an inner wisdom that leads us to who we are and what we really desire. Sometimes we get disconnected from ourselves and need to get back in touch by looking inward.

The most incredible journey is one that leads you to self-discovery. A commitment to therapy helps you become more compassionate towards yourself and others and will help prioritize your wellbeing. There is great value in dedicating space/time to process challenging thoughts/feelings, adjust to difficult changes, and tell your story free of judgment and bias. A core aspect of my approach is honoring social and cultural context, as our unique identities play a powerful role in our relationships and our environments. I value individual experience and I want to help my clients engage in the world in a way that works best for them.

With a down-to-earth, and empathic approach, I work with clients to create a relationship built on trust where clients can feel heard, understood, and truly known. Therapy is about helping you work through your own problems through exploring your past experiences, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My goal is not to fix you, but rather to help you work through your struggles and create a more meaningful life. My practice focuses on couples and individual counseling. Clients frequently present with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, family conflicts, grief, life transition concerns, and a multitude of other issues.

Sometime we all feel unhappy, stressed, confused, or "stuck." Talking to an empathic and experienced therapist may be your first step toward developing new insights about positive change. My therapeutic approach is to encourage you to talk about your concerns openly in a confidential and safe environment where you will not be judged. A major benefit of therapy is to provide you with a second point-of-view on your personal material--a perspective other than your own. This process provides you with new ways to think about your choices and behaviors, and frees you to achieve your goals.

I am an experienced psychotherapist. I work best with persons serious about their desire to make their lives more meaningful and themselves more free. I enjoy being a part of the process of change that occurs in those who choose to make such a commitment. I work with individuals across the life span, including work with infants and caregivers, with adolescents and with adults. By experience and by inclination, I believe that, in choosing psychotherapy, one gives oneself a great gift.

I view therapy as a collaborative process: I accompany you on your journey and we work together, in a spirit of genuine curiosity, to foster your self-awareness, insight into patterns which are no longer working for you, and the capacity to make conscious choices that will lead to a more meaningful and satisfying life. I find each therapy process differs in accordance with one’s personal story, needs, values, and goals. I believe an individual comes to therapy having done the best they could with what they know and no subject is taboo. My style is warm and empathic, creative and non-judgmental.

Is your anxiety on overdrive- you're overthinking, your mind is racing, you can't sleep? Does every task feel like a struggle, and you’re just exhausted from it all? If it feels impossible to cope with the stress of everyday life, now might be the time to connect with a therapist who can help you manage the ups and downs. Continue reading to learn how you can book a therapy session today, where you can finally express yourself without reservations and fear of judgement.

I specialize in helping people achieve lasting and meaningful change in their lives. My goal is to help you increase your understanding of yourself and your struggles, alleviate emotional pain, and help you lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. I frequently work with people who experience anxiety or depression, or feelings related to a life change or transition. I also work extensively with couples to re-establish intimacy and connection, and to communicate effectively.

We sometimes find ourselves struggling in life. Psychotherapy can be a great place to examine where we are, how we got there, and where we want to go from here. I work collaboratively with clients to explore these questions with empathy, curiosity, and care. I am passionate about supporting clients in being their true, authentic self, and helping them to create deeper connections with the people in their lives. I value the diverse identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences that each client brings. I aim to meet clients where they are at to uncover the right goals for them.

As an individual, couple, and sex therapist I understand that it takes a tremendous amount of courage to address sex and relationship concerns in therapy. My goal as your therapist is to cultivate a safe and non-judgmental space that allows you to explore intimate conversations with ease.

Therapy is a gamble. When choosing a therapist, the most important question a client can ask is: will my therapist's mind be more flexible and more integrated than my own? Are they able to see, acknowledge and actively work on healing their own wounds, so they won't feel overwhelmed, triggered, offended, or over their head with mine? No one can take you further than they'd gone themselves. Creating a safe and supportive environment is a start, but it's not enough. I've spent twenty years becoming friends with monsters under MY bed, and I want to help you see and befriend yours.

As a trauma informed therapist, I aim provide culturally sensitive and empowerment focused therapy when working with individuals, couples, and families. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Earlham College and Master of Arts in Counseling from Illinois School of Professional Psychology. I utilizes empathic listening and supportive techniques to help explore concerns and goals.

I find that I wholeheartedly experience joy in providing support for those who experience anxiety, and all the different ways anxiety can show up, as well as those experiencing relationship concerns, be it with friends, partner/s, and or family members. My interest also lies in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, CODAS or those immersed in Deaf culture, individuals in non-monogamous/polyamorous relationships, sex workers, kink-practicing individuals, and those practicing or who are from eclectic spiritualities.

Have you been feeling stuck, stressed, or disconnected? Are you here now because you are searching for someone to begin your therapy journey - or pick up where you once left off? I'm here for those ready to take the deep dive into their journey toward wellness. I provide insight-oriented therapy to older teens and adults who are interested in making core level changes, breaking generational cycles, and developing deeper connections with self and others.

David H. Johnson, L.C.S.W. Are you in pain either emotionally or relationally or both? Psychotherapy is a way to stop the suffering and live life more fully both personally and relationally. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and am certified and have training in the following disciplines: Addictions, Hypnotherapy, and Gestalt Therapy. I hold a M.A. degree in Social Work from the University of Chicago. For over 20 years, I have been counseling with individuals, couples, and has a specialty in mixed gender groups. I utilize a holistic approach, emphasizing healing of mind, body, spirit.

Are you feeling lost? In need of some healing? Therapy is a space for us to find the best versions of ourselves. If you want to discover more about yourself and your strengths and are open to new perspectives, it may be time for your therapeutic journey to begin.

I believe therapy takes on many forms and is not a cookie-cutter process. That is the sort of approach I take with individuals who took the courageous step toward therapy for their healing journey. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative and therapeutic space for you and your goals. You know yourself and your life more than I do, so I value hearing your story and providing you with support and tools to get you where you want to be. To better tailor to those goals, I focus on an integrative approach of using a systems, strengths-based, or client-centered approach to therapy

I have a restorative and relational approach with the clients I serve. I embrace a strengths perspective which encourages self-sufficiency and acknowledges that individuals have the capability to engage in problem-solving work and improve their own functioning. I also recognize the important role of parents and other significant adults in youths' lives and strive to work together in addressing youth behavior and promoting appropriate parent leadership and family capabilities. I have a collaborative, trauma informed lens to treatment, and provide a warm, comforting environment to address difficult yet important issues in your life.