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Cherry Hill Counseling
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
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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Barrington Center for Marriage & Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Barrington Center for Marriage & Family Therapy provides integrated psychotherapy on a wide range of mental health issues with a specialty in the treatment of relationship difficulties and trauma. We are a group of highly trained and experienced psychotherapists that offer individual therapy, marital and pre-marital counseling, family therapy, and child therapy in a safe and confidential setting.
Barrington Center for Marriage & Family Therapy provides integrated psychotherapy on a wide range of mental health issues with a specialty in the treatment of relationship difficulties and trauma. We are a group of highly trained and experienced psychotherapists that offer individual therapy, marital and pre-marital counseling, family therapy, and child therapy in a safe and confidential setting.
(224) 333-1025 View (224) 333-1025
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Angelica Newton
Counselor, LCPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
I would love to see each individual experiencing life at their full potential. I also understand that there are many things that can get in the way of that. I strive to create a safe, comfortable, empowering and creative environment in which my clients can work towards their individual goals. My commitment is to come along side you by providing skills, knowledge, reflection, support, and encouragement.
I would love to see each individual experiencing life at their full potential. I also understand that there are many things that can get in the way of that. I strive to create a safe, comfortable, empowering and creative environment in which my clients can work towards their individual goals. My commitment is to come along side you by providing skills, knowledge, reflection, support, and encouragement.
(847) 558-7783 View (847) 558-7783
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Melissa A. Frey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047  (Online Only)
If you are dealing with a relationship concern, a health issue, or you are caregiving for someone with a health issue, we can help. Living with a challenging relationship or health condition can make you feel like you've tried everything and nothing is working. You may feel like you're the only person who has faced your specific struggle and aren't sure what to do. Your friends and family try to help, but their feedback seems biased, or they don't understand.
If you are dealing with a relationship concern, a health issue, or you are caregiving for someone with a health issue, we can help. Living with a challenging relationship or health condition can make you feel like you've tried everything and nothing is working. You may feel like you're the only person who has faced your specific struggle and aren't sure what to do. Your friends and family try to help, but their feedback seems biased, or they don't understand.
(872) 704-1920 View (872) 704-1920
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Lisa Bohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Welcome to a safe space where your stories are honored. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to guiding individuals through the intricate narratives of their lives, particularly focusing on anxiety and its impact on our stories. With a compassionate approach and a deep understanding of the human experience, I'm here to help you navigate the chapters of your life with resilience and empowerment.
Welcome to a safe space where your stories are honored. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to guiding individuals through the intricate narratives of their lives, particularly focusing on anxiety and its impact on our stories. With a compassionate approach and a deep understanding of the human experience, I'm here to help you navigate the chapters of your life with resilience and empowerment.
(847) 565-2021 View (847) 565-2021
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Jared Pulley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Jared brings over 10 years of experience coming alongside adults and adolescents facing mental health challenges and life transitions. He gently guides those he works with to begin to understand and address the root causes of anxiety, depression, and trauma. Jared has a particular interest in supporting people facing complex medical situations, such as cancer and infertility. He understands how these life-altering conditions can lead to stressors and spiritual or existential struggles. He offers compassionate support and tools to help you address chronic stress and life problems.
Jared brings over 10 years of experience coming alongside adults and adolescents facing mental health challenges and life transitions. He gently guides those he works with to begin to understand and address the root causes of anxiety, depression, and trauma. Jared has a particular interest in supporting people facing complex medical situations, such as cancer and infertility. He understands how these life-altering conditions can lead to stressors and spiritual or existential struggles. He offers compassionate support and tools to help you address chronic stress and life problems.
(224) 243-7182 View (224) 243-7182
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Sana Wellness Center
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
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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Nancy D Bourke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
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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Barbara Spaulding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Anxiety, Coach
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047  (Online Only)
Are you living with anxiety and panic attacks? Is anxiety ruining your life? Does your stress seem to be more than usual? Anxiety is our bodys way of telling us that things are off balance. Avoiding activities and friends wont make it go away. It just makes it get stronger. Are you sick and tired of feeling on edge or scared? It is time to get free of the hold anxiety or panic has on you. You deserve a happiness.
Are you living with anxiety and panic attacks? Is anxiety ruining your life? Does your stress seem to be more than usual? Anxiety is our bodys way of telling us that things are off balance. Avoiding activities and friends wont make it go away. It just makes it get stronger. Are you sick and tired of feeling on edge or scared? It is time to get free of the hold anxiety or panic has on you. You deserve a happiness.
(224) 385-0692 View (224) 385-0692
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Sonya Kontorovich
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, frustrated and uncertain are common human experiences that can leave you disconnected from your best self. I help my clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be by understanding their priorities through a collaborative identification of barriers, fears, and hopes. We design a treatment plan to develop insight about how internal thoughts and belief systems evolve from unique life experiences and influence current interactions and behaviors. Effective strategies to cope with limitations are then built upon a foundation of self-awareness.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, frustrated and uncertain are common human experiences that can leave you disconnected from your best self. I help my clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be by understanding their priorities through a collaborative identification of barriers, fears, and hopes. We design a treatment plan to develop insight about how internal thoughts and belief systems evolve from unique life experiences and influence current interactions and behaviors. Effective strategies to cope with limitations are then built upon a foundation of self-awareness.
(847) 973-7321 View (847) 973-7321
Photo of Tracey Richter, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Lake Zurich, IL
Tracey Richter
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
I work with people who have a difficult time getting out of their heads and feel stuck. They are often doing everything for others but can't seem to do the same for themselves. Many of my clients feel burnt out or overwhelmed by work or family obligations and find therapy very useful. If you want to start being more present in your daily life and feel more connected, I can help. I assist people who aren't really sure if they need support, but something in them is telling them that something is off and they should talk to someone.
I work with people who have a difficult time getting out of their heads and feel stuck. They are often doing everything for others but can't seem to do the same for themselves. Many of my clients feel burnt out or overwhelmed by work or family obligations and find therapy very useful. If you want to start being more present in your daily life and feel more connected, I can help. I assist people who aren't really sure if they need support, but something in them is telling them that something is off and they should talk to someone.
(224) 228-3969 View (224) 228-3969
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Lilia M Meschbach
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
I am a bilingual and bicultural therapist. I have been providing mental health services for 20+ years serving both children and adults. Throughout my career as an experienced Latina therapist, my passion has been collaborating with my clients to bring positive changes to their lives.
I am a bilingual and bicultural therapist. I have been providing mental health services for 20+ years serving both children and adults. Throughout my career as an experienced Latina therapist, my passion has been collaborating with my clients to bring positive changes to their lives.
(224) 676-9800 x33 View (224) 676-9800 x33
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Affective Counseling
Counselor
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Affective Counseling provides tailored counseling for adults, children, adolescents, couples and families. Our compassionate and knowledgeable staff realize that you face unique life challenges and it is our goal to understand how you see the world, yourself and others so that we can better help you navigate life’s journey. Building on personal strengths, recognizing and challenging negative thoughts and developing tangible coping skills are some of the interventions our staff utilizes to assist you in reaching your personal goals.
Affective Counseling provides tailored counseling for adults, children, adolescents, couples and families. Our compassionate and knowledgeable staff realize that you face unique life challenges and it is our goal to understand how you see the world, yourself and others so that we can better help you navigate life’s journey. Building on personal strengths, recognizing and challenging negative thoughts and developing tangible coping skills are some of the interventions our staff utilizes to assist you in reaching your personal goals.
(224) 228-3656 View (224) 228-3656
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Jenny Decal
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Do you ever feel overwhelmed, not knowing how to feel better? If you're someone who has had a life-changing experience it can seem like the floor is crumbling beneath your feet. You feel like everything is uncertain and as if everyone would judge you if they knew how you really felt or what was going on. You feel alone, frustrated, and confused - stuck and wishing you knew how to move forward.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed, not knowing how to feel better? If you're someone who has had a life-changing experience it can seem like the floor is crumbling beneath your feet. You feel like everything is uncertain and as if everyone would judge you if they knew how you really felt or what was going on. You feel alone, frustrated, and confused - stuck and wishing you knew how to move forward.
(224) 228-3791 View (224) 228-3791
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Amy S Padron
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Not accepting new clients
Other areas of interest include trauma or PTSD, parent-child relationships, adolescents with behavior and/or emotional issues, pre-marital assessment, anger, self-esteem, stage of life issues, loss, depression and anxiety.
It takes courage and curiosity to begin the therapy process and I admire those who are able to do so. I believe that the psychotherapy process is greatly influenced by the therapeutic relationship. I work to collaboratively create a therapeutic relationship based on mutual respect, trust, and understanding.
Other areas of interest include trauma or PTSD, parent-child relationships, adolescents with behavior and/or emotional issues, pre-marital assessment, anger, self-esteem, stage of life issues, loss, depression and anxiety.
It takes courage and curiosity to begin the therapy process and I admire those who are able to do so. I believe that the psychotherapy process is greatly influenced by the therapeutic relationship. I work to collaboratively create a therapeutic relationship based on mutual respect, trust, and understanding.
(224) 427-3647 View (224) 427-3647

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Nicole M. Heller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and received my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University. I obtained comprehensive clinical training at The Family Institute's Bette D. Harris Family and Child Clinic working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. I am also a Clinical Fellow member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. I provide a nonjudgmental, safe therapeutic environment for my clients. My sense of humor and genuine personality has helped many of my clients reduce their anxiety about the therapy process.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and received my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University. I obtained comprehensive clinical training at The Family Institute's Bette D. Harris Family and Child Clinic working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. I am also a Clinical Fellow member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. I provide a nonjudgmental, safe therapeutic environment for my clients. My sense of humor and genuine personality has helped many of my clients reduce their anxiety about the therapy process.
(331) 256-1728 View (331) 256-1728
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Family Resilience Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Without Family Resilience, I doubt we'd be fighting for your marriage.
Ready to try something different? We are experts in Somatic Experiencing and Trauma. Family Resilience is a group of 13 seasoned therapists deeply trained in the latest technologies + 1 amazing nutritionist. We work together as a team, to wrap you in attention, support, humor and wisdom. Together we study the latest developments in research and techniques, mind and body. People have their faith in therapy renewed at Family Resilience. We specialize in complicated situations, couples and family work, trauma, anxiety, depression, yoga tx, eating issues, LGBTQA+, Christian tx, and offer a depth of diversity among the staff.
Without Family Resilience, I doubt we'd be fighting for your marriage.
Ready to try something different? We are experts in Somatic Experiencing and Trauma. Family Resilience is a group of 13 seasoned therapists deeply trained in the latest technologies + 1 amazing nutritionist. We work together as a team, to wrap you in attention, support, humor and wisdom. Together we study the latest developments in research and techniques, mind and body. People have their faith in therapy renewed at Family Resilience. We specialize in complicated situations, couples and family work, trauma, anxiety, depression, yoga tx, eating issues, LGBTQA+, Christian tx, and offer a depth of diversity among the staff.
(847) 393-8908 View (847) 393-8908
Photo of Jacqueline Zagrans, Marriage & Family Therapist in Lake Zurich, IL
Jacqueline Zagrans
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Barrington, IL 60010
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I enjoy working with young children, adults, couples and families. I received my MS in Marital and Family Therapy from The Family Institute at Northwestern University along with extensive clinical training at The Family Institute's Bette D. Harris Family and Child Clinic. I am a clinical member of The American Assoc. for Marriage and Family Therapy, Intl Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation, Intl Society of Traumatic Stress, and the American Psychological Assoc. I am also a Perinatal Mental Health Clinician for the Perinatal Depression Program as part of Northshore University Health Systems.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I enjoy working with young children, adults, couples and families. I received my MS in Marital and Family Therapy from The Family Institute at Northwestern University along with extensive clinical training at The Family Institute's Bette D. Harris Family and Child Clinic. I am a clinical member of The American Assoc. for Marriage and Family Therapy, Intl Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation, Intl Society of Traumatic Stress, and the American Psychological Assoc. I am also a Perinatal Mental Health Clinician for the Perinatal Depression Program as part of Northshore University Health Systems.
(224) 900-2812 View (224) 900-2812
Pauline Bazianos Gubbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
When you call me, it is the beginning of a collaborative process where we explore how to get you feeling more capable and hopeful to face life's challenges. I support new and not so new parents who are facing the transitions to parenthood. I have also helped many face infertility, grieve the loss of a pregnancy as well as face the many challenges that come with having a traumatic birth or special needs child. I am well versed in the adoption process and supporting the needs of adoptive families. I counsel adults to face the challenges of work, marriage, divorce and parenting that can trigger feelings of depression and anxiety.
When you call me, it is the beginning of a collaborative process where we explore how to get you feeling more capable and hopeful to face life's challenges. I support new and not so new parents who are facing the transitions to parenthood. I have also helped many face infertility, grieve the loss of a pregnancy as well as face the many challenges that come with having a traumatic birth or special needs child. I am well versed in the adoption process and supporting the needs of adoptive families. I counsel adults to face the challenges of work, marriage, divorce and parenting that can trigger feelings of depression and anxiety.
(847) 920-7424 View (847) 920-7424
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Donna Oldenburg
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
Other specialties include working with chronic illnesses, past trauma, caregiver and workplace issues, as well as pre-marital and couples counseling.
Are you living the life you envisioned? Has grief, a difficult relationship, chronic illness, or life transition left you feeling anxious or depressed and unable to move forward with your life? I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and National Certified Counselor, who strives to help adults 18 years and older cultivate the self-awareness and coping skills necessary to create the positive changes they seek in their life.
Other specialties include working with chronic illnesses, past trauma, caregiver and workplace issues, as well as pre-marital and couples counseling.
Are you living the life you envisioned? Has grief, a difficult relationship, chronic illness, or life transition left you feeling anxious or depressed and unable to move forward with your life? I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and National Certified Counselor, who strives to help adults 18 years and older cultivate the self-awareness and coping skills necessary to create the positive changes they seek in their life.
(847) 905-9846 View (847) 905-9846

Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.