Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Woodridge, IL

" I can appreciate the value of helping others to recover from mental health challenges and strive to improve their overall quality of life "

Joe Ryan is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with more than 4 years of experience working as a professional counselor and has worked in the helping field for over 10 years. Prior to working as a professional counselor, he provided clinical case management to individuals with mental health and substance abuse issues in a variety of settings. He is passionate about helping individuals who are striving to overcome issues including depression, anxiety, life transitions, anger, self-destructive behavior (substance use, self-sabotage, etc.), and existential crises.

Joe completed his Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walden University and his Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Marquette University. Joe takes a strengths-based approach with each client, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy approaches including rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).

As a counselor who has been influenced by the work of Dr. Viktor Frankl, he places 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 him today.

"I believe all individuals have the capabilities and interpersonal strengths to create meaningful and lasting changes as they work through the challenges life presents on their journey."

Kelly Long is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of dedicated experience. She specializes in supporting adults and seniors navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, parenting, neurodivergent family dynamics, blended families, postpartum issues, grief, and post-COVID transitions. Kelly is passionate about helping individuals identify their strengths and move toward positive change. She welcomes the opportunity to walk alongside clients on their unique journeys.

Kelly earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois. She has experience in crisis intervention, Employee Assistance Programs, and school social work. Her clinical methods include CBT, solution-focused therapy, and strength-based therapy, meeting clients where they are emotionally and mentally.

Kelly believes in the power of connection and healing. She meets clients with compassion and a client-centered mindset, working to empower them through life’s challenges. Her goal is to support individuals in building resilience and uncovering their strengths for lasting change.

"I believe my role as a therapist is to provide a safe place for people to explore their true feelings without fear of judgment and find their best selves through the exploration of their values and the development of healthy living skills."

Lee Scott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 11 years of field experience helping clients cope with feelings of stress, anxiety, grief and loss, low motivation, poor self-esteem, low confidence, depression, and emotional fatigue. He has worked with the homeless population, individuals struggling with mental health conditions, and elderly victims of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Lee believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He establishes a healthy and constructive therapist-client relationship by understanding how people’s experiences and beliefs shape how they think about themselves and the world.

Lee received his Master of Social Work from Aurora University. He tailors care to individual needs and uses cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion-focused therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques.

Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and Lee is here to support you. He believes that truly supporting a person's growth includes occasionally challenging their viewpoints. Lee is ready to start the journey with you and encourages you to schedule an appointment today!

"I understand that seeking support to manage mental health concerns is a big step and it can be quite scary. I hope you will trust me to guide you with my knowledge, experience, compassion, and acceptance."

Kelli E. Dillon-LeDuc is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 27 years of experience. She specializes in supporting individuals with addiction, familial and romantic relationship issues, grief and loss, anxiety and panic attacks, depression, mood/eating/sleeping/sexual/anger dysregulation, self-harm, and parenting concerns. The majority of Kelli’s professional background is focused on child welfare, and she is familiar with trauma’s many effects on the mind and body. Kelli was born and raised in the Missouri Ozarks and loves the outdoors, watercolor painting, and caring for her aging fur babies.

Kelli received her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She utilizes existential therapy, humanistic therapy, attachment-based therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and art therapy, among other approaches.

Kelli is highly skilled at providing the support people need in adjusting to bigotry and the shame, guilt, anxiety, and self-loathing brought on by the ignorance of others. Self-love and acceptance is a theme that runs through all work Kelli does. As a client, you will be treated with warmth, compassion, dignity, and acceptance. Reach out today!

"It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change."

Amber Williams is Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 12 years of professional work experience in the mental health field. Amber has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBTQI+-related issues, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. Amber believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. As an eclectic therapist, Amber will tailor your dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Amber offers clients anAmber Comp open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.

Amber completed her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She also possesses an additional Master's degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Amber has experience with managing gender affirming programs and has been trained by the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) and considers herself an ally and advocate for underserved populations. She incorporates mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, person-centered therapy (PCT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to name a few.

Amber is confident that she will be able to support you on your journey and help you to gain new perspectives and techniques to allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are seeking a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change, schedule an appointment with her today.

"As an individual who has worked with all ages in schools, hospitals, and agencies, understanding how childhood experiences such as trauma, abuse, and neglect may negatively impact one's adult life, I explore the past and its relevance on the present."

Barbara Webb is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience in the mental health field, including working in child welfare agencies, schools, hospitals, and clinical settings. She demonstrates compassion for the tweens, adolescents, adults, couples, and families she serves. She develops rapport, interest, and working relationships with people who want to improve the quality of their lives by participating in talk therapy. She believes in meeting the needs of clients as the first priority. Barbara focuses on depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, mood disorders, and abuse.

Barbara completed her Master of Social Work at the George Williams College at Aurora University. She also completed a doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. Barbara utilizes multiple approaches to therapy: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, internal family systems, existential therapy, and the Gottman method for couples.

Barbara believes we all have things we don't speak about, so it is best to be kind to yourself and others in your journey through life. Barbara assists clients in recognizing and speaking their truth. We are all important, and it is key to understand that you can validate yourself, even when others do not. Schedule an appointment with her today.

"You got knocked down, we'll get you up again. Nothing's going to keep you down."

Anna Choquette is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 4 years of experience. She specializes in trauma-informed, affirming, culturally inclusive therapy for adults. Anna’s clients may be navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and LGBTQIA+ experiences. Most of her career has been spent in spaces that try to make therapy less intimidating and more approachable for all. Anna prides herself on using non-traditional methods to supplement more well-known therapy styles, including the integration of video games during sessions to help ease tension, allow for stimming, and connect in-game quests to real life experiences.

Anna received her Master’s in Social Work from Ohio State University. Her client-centered, humanistic approach pulls from many different schools of therapy (narrative, psychodynamic, and cognitive, among others). Anna is certified in trauma response and crisis interventions and familiar with Gottman couples therapy.

When we can be authentically ourselves, it means that we can cry together, feel together, and ultimately heal. Anna strives to create a space where you can do the hard work, but it never feels too big to handle. No matter where you are in your journey, she looks forward to supporting you in your healing.