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I bring the knowledge from my own encounters with trauma and loss, along with years of professional experience, to ensure that I p...
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I bring the knowledge from my own encounters with trauma and loss, along with years of professional experience, to ensure that I provide an individualized, personal, and real perspective to my clients and their needs.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 1 year of experience and over 20 years in health care. I specialize in providing compassionate, individualized psychiatric care to clients across the lifespan. As a dual-certified nurse practitioner in family and psychiatric care, I am dedicated to advocating for my clients and supporting diverse backgrounds with thoughtful, patient-centered treatment.
I earned my Master of Science in nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University. My background includes advanced practice experience and a strong foundation in holistic care. I meet clients where they are, using evidence-based approaches to guide treatment and promote improved mental health outcomes.
I understand that asking for help is not always easy. My goal is to walk alongside you, offering support, guidance, and practical strategies as you move toward brighter days. When you’re ready, I’m here to help you take that first step toward feeling better.
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I am inspired by the resilience of the human spirit. As Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, "What lies before you and what lies behind you ...
I am inspired by the resilience of the human spirit. As Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, "What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies WITHIN you." I strive to help clients realize how much potential they have within them to face and overcome the difficulties of life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 10 years of experience, and more than 6 years of experience working as a therapist. Prior to working as a professional counselor, I provided clinical case management to individuals with mental health and substance abuse issues in a variety of settings. I am passionate about helping individuals who are striving to overcome issues like depression, anxiety, life transitions, anger, self-destructive behavior (substance use, self-sabotage, etc.), and existential crises.
I completed my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walden University and my Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Marquette University. I take a strength-based approach with each client, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in my care.
As a counselor who has been influenced by the work of Dr. Viktor Frankl, I place emphasis on helping clients to create meaning in the midst of difficult circumstances in order to turn tragedies into triumphs. If you are ready to explore how you can best respond to your current challenges, schedule an appointment with me today.
I believe all people want to be their best selves and can face any obstacle, heal, and grow with the right assistance....
I believe all people want to be their best selves and can face any obstacle, heal, and grow with the right assistance.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional, with 40 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families, and groups work through life’s challenges. Over the course of my career, I have supported clients facing depression, grief and loss, anxiety, trauma, addiction, codependency, relationship concerns, identity exploration, and life transitions. My extensive background also includes career development, employee assistance program services, crisis intervention, and critical incident debriefing.
I earned my Master’s in Psychology from Southern Illinois University. My therapeutic approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, humanistic perspectives, and family systems work. I also draw on training in Internal Family Systems, addictions, spiritual psychology, and breathwork to guide the healing process.
I believe therapy should empower people to grow, heal, and live more fulfilling lives. My style is warm, collaborative, and respectful, with treatment tailored to your unique needs. Taking the first step toward change can feel overwhelming, but I will walk beside you on the path to creating a life filled with greater balance, resilience, and joy.
I understand life can be challenging at times, and pursuing therapy can be a tough decision for some, but the goal is for you to r...
I understand life can be challenging at times, and pursuing therapy can be a tough decision for some, but the goal is for you to receive the help that you deserve.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 29 years of experience helping adolescents and adults navigate anxiety, depression, and mood disorders such as bipolar disorder. My goal is to provide a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel understood and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. I approach each session with empathy, insight, and a focus on practical strategies that build emotional awareness, strengthen coping skills, and promote lasting personal growth.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Aurora University. My therapeutic style integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and behavior modification to help clients manage emotions, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and achieve goals aligned with their personal values and life aspirations.
I bring warmth, humor, and authenticity to each session, fostering a safe and supportive space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves. My goal is to make therapy both productive and enjoyable while empowering clients to overcome obstacles and rediscover hope. I believe that with the right support, anything is possible.
I believe in creating a collaborative and empathetic space with a deep respect for your unique experiences and strengths, because ...
I believe in creating a collaborative and empathetic space with a deep respect for your unique experiences and strengths, because therapy is not only about addressing challenges but also about empowering you to reconnect with your resilience and move forward with purpose.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 9 years of experience. I have worked with people across all ages and diagnoses, including those in crises. My experience includes supporting adolescents, adults, geriatrics, first responders, and veterans. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, and addiction.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. My therapeutic style is collaborative and compassionate, centering on each person’s unique needs. I draw on approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, solution-focused brief therapy, and exposure therapy.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to support, validate, and empower you while helping you feel understood. Wherever you are in your journey, I’ll walk alongside you with compassion and care as we work toward lasting healing and positive change.
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Addiction counseling therapists at Thriveworks in Chicago, IL can help people manage their urges to use the substance or engage in the activity they’re addicted to. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their addiction, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those whose addiction may stem from issues like trauma.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks in Chicago, IL works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their addiction, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing addiction counseling can also help to prevent relapse.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of addiction counseling depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their addiction, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in addiction counseling in the first weeks to months.
As many as 21 million people in the United States have an addiction each year. Sometimes, people become addicted to a substance. Sometimes, people become addicted to an activity. Susan Cheever describes the unifying principle of addiction: the altered mood. Whether the addictive substance is cocaine or cannabis or alcohol, the cycle is the same. Whether the compulsive behavior is shopping or sex or video games, the mood is the same. The surface issue can change, but what happens in the brain is the same. Addiction alters people’s brains, and it is a severe illness. Just like most other diseases, addiction often requires treatment from a professional.
The staff at Thriveworks Chicago understand how to reset and rewire a brain that has been beset with addiction. It takes courage, commitment, and support, but we have fought addiction with many clients. Our counselors and therapists love seeing people regain their freedom and sobriety. Reach out today for support.
Addiction is a widespread and daunting disease. A big part of recovery is understanding what addiction is and what it is not. These stigmas and stereotypes of addiction can keep people entrapped instead of empowering them to live in freedom and sobriety. Many of these myths are rooted in lies that addiction tells people. Some of the myths that addicts face may be…
Addiction can isolate people by telling them the lie that no one else gets what it’s like to be addicted. The truth is that addiction recovery groups and therapist’s offices are filled with people who understand and are in the same boat. There is support for the recovery process. Therapists, recovered addicts, and recovering addicts often form tight-knit communities that give empathy and accountability. Finding a community that that understands what addiction is, how addiction works, and the kind of support addicts need is usually a key step in the healing process.
At times, others can become disappointed with an addict, thinking, if you just made different choices, everything would be better. The reality is that no one chooses to be addicted, just as no one chooses to have cancer or diabetes. There are steps addicts can take that affect their recovery, but addiction is not fundamentally about choices. Willpower is not a cure to addiction. People who try to recover from addiction by making better choices often find the addiction grows and the addict becomes further isolated. Instead, a better approach is to pursue treatment that works on brain balance.
This is one of the more dangerous myths because it is rooted in shame. This myth whispers—not that something is wrong—but that the addict wrong. The truth is that all kinds of people suffer from addiction. Addiction’s causes often are grounded in circumstances outside of the individual’s control—especially genetics, allergies, and childhood trauma. More than that, addicts are some of the strongest, most courageous people.
These myths can isolate people when they need support the most. Addiction often flares when people are isolated and alone. A key to recovery may be finding a community that helps fight these myths and other lies addiction will tell. Instead of shame, addicts deserve truth, support, and treatment.
If you are ready for support as you or someone you love fights an addiction, know that help is available. Thriveworks Chicago has appointments available for addiction counseling. When you contact our office, know that we work with many insurance companies and accept many forms of insurance. New clients regularly have their first appointment within the same week of their first call to our office. We also offer evening and weekend sessions. Our desire is that our clients receive the care they need as they need it. Let’s work together. Call Thriveworks Chicago today.
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