Family Therapy in Illinois
Sabita Nandy
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, MSc, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60606
My specialties are: Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Anger Management,Individal therapy, Family Therapy, Counseling in Sexual Abuse, Adolescent Counseling
Depression, Anxiety Management, Life Coaching, Eating Disorder, Same Sex Couples and other mental health issues.
My Philosophy
Strength based therapy - resolve your problems based on your ;strengths.
Empower yourself, and gain back your personal self.
Balance between independence and togetherness.
Effectively communicate.
Free yourself from the oppression of your problems;
You, and not your problems, are in charge.
My specialties are: Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Anger Management,Individal therapy, Family Therapy, Counseling in Sexual Abuse, Adolescent Counseling
Depression, Anxiety Management, Life Coaching, Eating Disorder, Same Sex Couples and other mental health issues.
My Philosophy
Strength based therapy - resolve your problems based on your ;strengths.
Empower yourself, and gain back your personal self.
Balance between independence and togetherness.
Effectively communicate.
Free yourself from the oppression of your problems;
You, and not your problems, are in charge.
Amber J Barger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618
I specialize in working with grief and loss; emotional, physical, and sexual trauma; relationship concerns; family of origin concerns; parenting stress; life transitions; and mood disorders.
You might be looking here because you're tired of feeling overwhelmed or unsatisfied with where you are in your life. Maybe you've had a recent experience or loss that is causing pain. Or maybe something happened a long time ago that's continuing to impact how you feel. Perhaps you don't like the way your mood is impacting your relationships, your family, your job, your life. Or possibly you've heard some things about therapy and you're willing to give it a try. I'm here to help you through the process of better understanding yourself and working towards making the changes in your life you want.
I specialize in working with grief and loss; emotional, physical, and sexual trauma; relationship concerns; family of origin concerns; parenting stress; life transitions; and mood disorders.
You might be looking here because you're tired of feeling overwhelmed or unsatisfied with where you are in your life. Maybe you've had a recent experience or loss that is causing pain. Or maybe something happened a long time ago that's continuing to impact how you feel. Perhaps you don't like the way your mood is impacting your relationships, your family, your job, your life. Or possibly you've heard some things about therapy and you're willing to give it a try. I'm here to help you through the process of better understanding yourself and working towards making the changes in your life you want.
Candace Kulczycki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60625 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors, as well as related anxiety, stress, depression, body image, relationships, family dynamics, and self esteem concerns. I have experience treating eating disorders at the residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient levels of care. If you are finding yourself or your child consumed with anxiety around eating, withdrawing from others, and/or preoccupied with body image, I have the experience to help you take control of these issues and reclaim happiness and peace.
I specialize in treating eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors, as well as related anxiety, stress, depression, body image, relationships, family dynamics, and self esteem concerns. I have experience treating eating disorders at the residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient levels of care. If you are finding yourself or your child consumed with anxiety around eating, withdrawing from others, and/or preoccupied with body image, I have the experience to help you take control of these issues and reclaim happiness and peace.
Innovative Counseling Partners PLLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60301
We have been trained to work with a variety of issues-Depression, Anger, Anxiety (group and individual formats), Bipolar disorder, Trauma, Child and Adolescent work (males and females), Sexual Abuse, Play Therapy, Family therapy, Cultural issues (adapting to the western culture), and Gay/Lesbian family issues.
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 an Integrative approach and help 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 tenhers and fathers navigating prenatal/postpartum depression.
We have been trained to work with a variety of issues-Depression, Anger, Anxiety (group and individual formats), Bipolar disorder, Trauma, Child and Adolescent work (males and females), Sexual Abuse, Play Therapy, Family therapy, Cultural issues (adapting to the western culture), and Gay/Lesbian family issues.
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 an Integrative approach and help 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 tenhers and fathers navigating prenatal/postpartum depression.
Matthew P Coston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Normal, IL 61761
As a therapist specializing in career, relationships, internal struggles, and family conflicts, I bring a passion for evidence-based tools and a strength-based perspective to my practice. With a person-in-environment approach, I aim to understand my clients within the context of their unique circumstances and backgrounds. In addressing career concerns, I help individuals navigate challenges such as job dissatisfaction, career transitions, and work-life balance issues. By drawing on evidence-based techniques, I assist clients in identifying their strengths, values, and goals to create fulfilling career paths.
As a therapist specializing in career, relationships, internal struggles, and family conflicts, I bring a passion for evidence-based tools and a strength-based perspective to my practice. With a person-in-environment approach, I aim to understand my clients within the context of their unique circumstances and backgrounds. In addressing career concerns, I help individuals navigate challenges such as job dissatisfaction, career transitions, and work-life balance issues. By drawing on evidence-based techniques, I assist clients in identifying their strengths, values, and goals to create fulfilling career paths.
Beth Sherman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Is home, work, or past trauma creating anxiety, depression or stress? For over 20 years, I have worked with individuals to resolve work and home conflicts, ease stress, reduce anxiety and help make their lives better. Clients come to see me because of relationship, family, work, or trauma issues that affect their daily lives. Together, we determine the best approach to making a lasting change.
Is home, work, or past trauma creating anxiety, depression or stress? For over 20 years, I have worked with individuals to resolve work and home conflicts, ease stress, reduce anxiety and help make their lives better. Clients come to see me because of relationship, family, work, or trauma issues that affect their daily lives. Together, we determine the best approach to making a lasting change.
Lauren Schifferdecker
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Northbrook, IL 60062
You deserve love, warmth and acceptance in your life. If you're feeling exhausted, anxious, discouraged or alone, we're here with open arms for you. You have found a safe place to rest, and regroup. You’re smart. You know life can be better than this. Whether you’re looking for yourself, or a family member–you are looking in the right spot. With a quick call or email, you can start living your best life! I founded Inspire Counseling Center to help you feel the freedom, joy and connection counseling can bring. We have nearly 20 incredible therapists I work closely with who are available evenings and weekends.
You deserve love, warmth and acceptance in your life. If you're feeling exhausted, anxious, discouraged or alone, we're here with open arms for you. You have found a safe place to rest, and regroup. You’re smart. You know life can be better than this. Whether you’re looking for yourself, or a family member–you are looking in the right spot. With a quick call or email, you can start living your best life! I founded Inspire Counseling Center to help you feel the freedom, joy and connection counseling can bring. We have nearly 20 incredible therapists I work closely with who are available evenings and weekends.
Sophia Sayani
Counselor, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Rather you are struggling with life stressors and obstacles, overwhelming feelings and thoughts, or seeking help with improving relationships, or family conflicts.
Often we have barriers in our life that get in the way of us embracing the life we want to live. We may feel stuck or held down by life transitions and circumstances that we are uncertain on how to approach it. Together, we will work on exploring your barriers, challenges, and personal goals to find clarity. As a therapist, I provide a safe and therapeutic environment for you to heal, recover, and process your inner thoughts and feelings, develop coping skills, and build towards a meaningful life that you want to live.
Rather you are struggling with life stressors and obstacles, overwhelming feelings and thoughts, or seeking help with improving relationships, or family conflicts.
Often we have barriers in our life that get in the way of us embracing the life we want to live. We may feel stuck or held down by life transitions and circumstances that we are uncertain on how to approach it. Together, we will work on exploring your barriers, challenges, and personal goals to find clarity. As a therapist, I provide a safe and therapeutic environment for you to heal, recover, and process your inner thoughts and feelings, develop coping skills, and build towards a meaningful life that you want to live.
Richard Dickinson
Pre-Licensed Professional, EdD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60616 (Online Only)
As a proud member of the counseling profession, I am passionate about my mission to help others gain the insight and clarity they seek to overcome the inevitable challenges that life offers. I have been fortunate to have the privilege of providing supports and services to a wide range of individuals which includes children, adolescents, adults and families. I enjoy providing a range of therapeutic services including individual, group, and family therapy. My professional experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work in conjunction with social service agencies and both public and private academic institutions within Chicago.
As a proud member of the counseling profession, I am passionate about my mission to help others gain the insight and clarity they seek to overcome the inevitable challenges that life offers. I have been fortunate to have the privilege of providing supports and services to a wide range of individuals which includes children, adolescents, adults and families. I enjoy providing a range of therapeutic services including individual, group, and family therapy. My professional experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work in conjunction with social service agencies and both public and private academic institutions within Chicago.
Rachael Siemon-Carome
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60613 (Online Only)
Additionally, I have extensive experience in addressing challenging family dynamics, and fostering healthier communication patterns and relationships.
Welcome to my profile! As a LCSW, my approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, and aimed at helping individuals effectively manage symptoms of anxiety and depression, navigate through trauma, and foster enhanced self-esteem. Rooted in compassion and evidence-based practices, I am passionate about supporting individuals through life’s transitions, whether it's navigating a career change, relationship shifts, the loss of a loved one, or the transition into parenthood.
Additionally, I have extensive experience in addressing challenging family dynamics, and fostering healthier communication patterns and relationships.
Welcome to my profile! As a LCSW, my approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, and aimed at helping individuals effectively manage symptoms of anxiety and depression, navigate through trauma, and foster enhanced self-esteem. Rooted in compassion and evidence-based practices, I am passionate about supporting individuals through life’s transitions, whether it's navigating a career change, relationship shifts, the loss of a loved one, or the transition into parenthood.
Julie Portnoy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Skokie, IL 60076
I work from a family systems approach.
From the moment a teenager or young adult becomes my client, I am dedicated to providing expert, optimal care as well as empathy and accessibility. As a psychotherapist and an advocate, my collaboration with additional health providers, psychiatrists and school administrators and educators is often pivotal to my clients' success.
I work from a family systems approach.
From the moment a teenager or young adult becomes my client, I am dedicated to providing expert, optimal care as well as empathy and accessibility. As a psychotherapist and an advocate, my collaboration with additional health providers, psychiatrists and school administrators and educators is often pivotal to my clients' success.
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Pathways Counseling Solutions
Counselor, LCPC, LCSW, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Galesburg, IL 61401
Our services include individual, family, marital, and child therapy as well as group therapy.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. We believe that we all desire to be healthy, healed, and whole, but life can get in the way. At times, events can overwhelm us with happiness and hope or sorrow and hopelessness or just lead us to want to numb our feelings in any way we can find. Life can be beautifully messy and sometimes we just need some help to sort it all out. We can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
Our services include individual, family, marital, and child therapy as well as group therapy.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. We believe that we all desire to be healthy, healed, and whole, but life can get in the way. At times, events can overwhelm us with happiness and hope or sorrow and hopelessness or just lead us to want to numb our feelings in any way we can find. Life can be beautifully messy and sometimes we just need some help to sort it all out. We can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
360 Therapy
LCPC, IEC, PEL
Verified Verified
Schaumburg, IL 60173
360 therapy is a group of expert therapists focused on helping you manage and overcome the challenges in your life. As our name suggests, we take a holistic approach, looking at how social, biological and psychological factors influence emotional well being. 360 Therapy offers men's, women's, couple's, family and group counseling. Our clinician team has many year's experience in a wide range of issues, from Addiction, ADHD and Anxiety, to Depression, Eating Disorder and Trauma. We accept several major insurance plans, and we have a sliding scale fee program if needed.
360 therapy is a group of expert therapists focused on helping you manage and overcome the challenges in your life. As our name suggests, we take a holistic approach, looking at how social, biological and psychological factors influence emotional well being. 360 Therapy offers men's, women's, couple's, family and group counseling. Our clinician team has many year's experience in a wide range of issues, from Addiction, ADHD and Anxiety, to Depression, Eating Disorder and Trauma. We accept several major insurance plans, and we have a sliding scale fee program if needed.
Julia Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Danville, IL 61832
I frequently help people dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, family/relationship issues, grief/loss, self-esteem, adjustment and school-based needs, and many stress-related concerns.
Whether you are seeking support for ongoing internal struggles, acute life challenges, relationship issues, or looking to find more calm and balance in your life, therapy is often a crucial piece of our healing and growth. I welcome adults, adolescents, couples, and families who wish to improve the quality of any dimension of their lives - from mental health concerns and stress-related conditions to family and parenting relationships of all types. I have worked with individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences in various settings including schools, community, home-based, crisis management, and corrections.
I frequently help people dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, family/relationship issues, grief/loss, self-esteem, adjustment and school-based needs, and many stress-related concerns.
Whether you are seeking support for ongoing internal struggles, acute life challenges, relationship issues, or looking to find more calm and balance in your life, therapy is often a crucial piece of our healing and growth. I welcome adults, adolescents, couples, and families who wish to improve the quality of any dimension of their lives - from mental health concerns and stress-related conditions to family and parenting relationships of all types. I have worked with individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences in various settings including schools, community, home-based, crisis management, and corrections.
Bridges to Wellness
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60643
We specialize in individual, family, group and couple's therapy.
We believe that being the best version of ourselves requires work. Many things can obstruct our path toward self-improvement. We enjoy accompanying our clients on their path and helping them to overcome their challenges. Individuals often become entrenched in patterns of behavior and relationships that are difficult to escape. But if we can assist our clients in honestly assessing their motivations, we believe they can live authentic, meaningful lives every day.
We specialize in individual, family, group and couple's therapy.
We believe that being the best version of ourselves requires work. Many things can obstruct our path toward self-improvement. We enjoy accompanying our clients on their path and helping them to overcome their challenges. Individuals often become entrenched in patterns of behavior and relationships that are difficult to escape. But if we can assist our clients in honestly assessing their motivations, we believe they can live authentic, meaningful lives every day.
Leigh Monahan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Evanston, IL 60201
Dr. Leigh Monahan is passionate about helping children, adolescents, young adults, and families to empower themselves and to gain concrete skills for achieving optimal social, emotional, behavioral, and academic success. She takes a holistic approach to working with clients, and she values partnering with key stakeholders in the young person’s life. She provides individual and family-focused treatment to address a range of developmental periods and presenting concerns, including young and emerging adults as they navigate the demands of this time period.
Dr. Leigh Monahan is passionate about helping children, adolescents, young adults, and families to empower themselves and to gain concrete skills for achieving optimal social, emotional, behavioral, and academic success. She takes a holistic approach to working with clients, and she values partnering with key stakeholders in the young person’s life. She provides individual and family-focused treatment to address a range of developmental periods and presenting concerns, including young and emerging adults as they navigate the demands of this time period.
Karen Fretzin
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Northfield, IL 60093
I have been working for 20+ years with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I am a certified alcohol and drug counselor. I also focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, adolescent turmoil, adoption issues, healthy parenting, and family/relationship issues. My passion also includes working with young adults and adults on exploring personal growth and life management issues. I have created an alternative to suspension program in numerous local high schools.
I have been working for 20+ years with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I am a certified alcohol and drug counselor. I also focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, adolescent turmoil, adoption issues, healthy parenting, and family/relationship issues. My passion also includes working with young adults and adults on exploring personal growth and life management issues. I have created an alternative to suspension program in numerous local high schools.
Holly DeRosa Walejeski
Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60301
I work with clients individuality and in family sessions.
My approach as a therapist is warm, kind, and relatable. Recognizing that therapy can be a difficult step to make I strive to help you navigate through the problems that are causing stress or pain. Whether you are looking for help for yourself or your child I am dedicated to helping explore what is preventing you in moving forward in life. I work with individuals with a variety of issues ranging from anxiety and depression to parenting issues and childhood behavioral problems.
I work with clients individuality and in family sessions.
My approach as a therapist is warm, kind, and relatable. Recognizing that therapy can be a difficult step to make I strive to help you navigate through the problems that are causing stress or pain. Whether you are looking for help for yourself or your child I am dedicated to helping explore what is preventing you in moving forward in life. I work with individuals with a variety of issues ranging from anxiety and depression to parenting issues and childhood behavioral problems.
Christy Meyer
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60540
I specialize in all types of complex/acute trauma, dissociative disorders, anxiety, depression, relationships, family issues, parenting issues, addiction, and life adjustments.
*Waitlist* Therapy can be empowering. There are times when everything in life feels daunting and chaotic. Life's challenges can be temporary or chronic and having someone "on your side" can go a long way. I get it - we have all been there at some point. My approach is honest, relatable, and knowledgable. Together we will begin at a pace suitable for you to focus on YOUR needs ...changing, improving and/or healing. As a team, we will establish goals and begin working to achieve them. We will identify your personal strengths and support you in using these strengths to overcome life's challenges. You can do this!
I specialize in all types of complex/acute trauma, dissociative disorders, anxiety, depression, relationships, family issues, parenting issues, addiction, and life adjustments.
*Waitlist* Therapy can be empowering. There are times when everything in life feels daunting and chaotic. Life's challenges can be temporary or chronic and having someone "on your side" can go a long way. I get it - we have all been there at some point. My approach is honest, relatable, and knowledgable. Together we will begin at a pace suitable for you to focus on YOUR needs ...changing, improving and/or healing. As a team, we will establish goals and begin working to achieve them. We will identify your personal strengths and support you in using these strengths to overcome life's challenges. You can do this!
Elissa Geier
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Northbrook, IL 60062
I work with individuals with relationship and family problems, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, emotional abuse, social, career and academic stress, life transitions, self-harm, low self-esteem, eating disorders and addiction.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working in private practice since 1998 and the co-founder of Lakeshore Psychology Group (click website). I provide individual psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, as well as treatment, for couples. I am very active in the therapy relationship and work to help clients uncover patterns, which become barriers to healthy relationships, career goals and personal happiness by learning more effective ways of coping and gaining greater insight into their problems. My clients describe me as accessible, authentic, empathic and supportive. My therapeutic approach is tailored to fit the unique needs and desires of each client
I work with individuals with relationship and family problems, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, emotional abuse, social, career and academic stress, life transitions, self-harm, low self-esteem, eating disorders and addiction.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working in private practice since 1998 and the co-founder of Lakeshore Psychology Group (click website). I provide individual psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, as well as treatment, for couples. I am very active in the therapy relationship and work to help clients uncover patterns, which become barriers to healthy relationships, career goals and personal happiness by learning more effective ways of coping and gaining greater insight into their problems. My clients describe me as accessible, authentic, empathic and supportive. My therapeutic approach is tailored to fit the unique needs and desires of each client
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.