Family Therapy in Bloomington, IL
She enjoys culinary arts, voyages, and spending time with family, understanding the importance of balance for mental health.
Searching for ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression, or improve your relationships? Meet Jaylene, a licensed clinical social worker with eight years of experience in providing mental health counseling. At a not-for-profit agency, she adopts a strength-based approach, guiding clients to cultivate resilience and positivity in their lives. With couples, she focuses on nurturing communication and fostering a deeper understanding of their relationship dynamics.
She enjoys culinary arts, voyages, and spending time with family, understanding the importance of balance for mental health.
Searching for ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression, or improve your relationships? Meet Jaylene, a licensed clinical social worker with eight years of experience in providing mental health counseling. At a not-for-profit agency, she adopts a strength-based approach, guiding clients to cultivate resilience and positivity in their lives. With couples, she focuses on nurturing communication and fostering a deeper understanding of their relationship dynamics.
I will take the time to get to know you and your family to determine the best way for you to move forward.
Many individuals and families have been through very difficult circumstances, including trauma. We often do not have a choice about the circumstances we face, but we can heal from these experiences and even turn them into opportunities for growth.
I will take the time to get to know you and your family to determine the best way for you to move forward.
Many individuals and families have been through very difficult circumstances, including trauma. We often do not have a choice about the circumstances we face, but we can heal from these experiences and even turn them into opportunities for growth.
Angi Chasensky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CTP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
I use an integrated approach to therapy which may include trauma-informed techniques from various counseling approaches, including (but not limited to), Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance Therapy, Polyvagal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems, and Humanistic Psychology.
My empathetic approach meets the individual where they are, to explore their concerns without shame, guilt, or judgment. Everyone faces challenges and difficult times in their life. The way we receive information from the people, places, and things in our environment is rooted in experience, belief systems, and our personality. We respond and interact with others based on our defined relationship with ourselves and our experiences. My goal is to create a safe environment, to cultivate an authentic relationship with yourself. We will work together to develop attainable treatment goals based on your needs and wants.
I use an integrated approach to therapy which may include trauma-informed techniques from various counseling approaches, including (but not limited to), Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance Therapy, Polyvagal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems, and Humanistic Psychology.
My empathetic approach meets the individual where they are, to explore their concerns without shame, guilt, or judgment. Everyone faces challenges and difficult times in their life. The way we receive information from the people, places, and things in our environment is rooted in experience, belief systems, and our personality. We respond and interact with others based on our defined relationship with ourselves and our experiences. My goal is to create a safe environment, to cultivate an authentic relationship with yourself. We will work together to develop attainable treatment goals based on your needs and wants.
Like many of the families we work with, you may be feeling stuck. Perhaps you've read books, skimmed websites, and talked to friends and family in an effort to address your child's emotional or behavioral issues...yet he/she still seems to be struggling. Turning to someone else for help can feel like a big step. After all, as your child's parent, who knows him/her better than you? We agree. Thrive Child Psychology works in partnership with youth and families to get to the root of challenges, establish goals, and use research-based tools to achieve them.
Like many of the families we work with, you may be feeling stuck. Perhaps you've read books, skimmed websites, and talked to friends and family in an effort to address your child's emotional or behavioral issues...yet he/she still seems to be struggling. Turning to someone else for help can feel like a big step. After all, as your child's parent, who knows him/her better than you? We agree. Thrive Child Psychology works in partnership with youth and families to get to the root of challenges, establish goals, and use research-based tools to achieve them.
I work with men and women facing life transitions, depression, anxiety, addictions, marriage/ family/relationship issues, or challenges with parenting.
Life presents us with challenges and it helps to have someone who can be present with us; carefully listen to us; and be skilled at helping us through the challenges we face. As a therapist, I believe it is important to provide a comfortable space that allows you to work through difficult issues with acceptance and support.
I work with men and women facing life transitions, depression, anxiety, addictions, marriage/ family/relationship issues, or challenges with parenting.
Life presents us with challenges and it helps to have someone who can be present with us; carefully listen to us; and be skilled at helping us through the challenges we face. As a therapist, I believe it is important to provide a comfortable space that allows you to work through difficult issues with acceptance and support.
Feeling confused or stuck? Therapy can help people identify and make progress on issues that are getting in the way of happiness, personal growth and fulfilling relationships in their lives. My professional experience includes success in helping teens and adults dealing with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use, relationships, parenting, and family related issues. I have worked in the counseling center of a major university, in a substance use treatment facility, in community mental health, and in private practice and have many years of experience and education.
Feeling confused or stuck? Therapy can help people identify and make progress on issues that are getting in the way of happiness, personal growth and fulfilling relationships in their lives. My professional experience includes success in helping teens and adults dealing with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use, relationships, parenting, and family related issues. I have worked in the counseling center of a major university, in a substance use treatment facility, in community mental health, and in private practice and have many years of experience and education.
Wendy Alleen Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704 (Online Only)
I provide a range of therapeutic services through individual, family, community, and group formats.
"I am a firm believer in finding balance between feelings, thoughts, beliefs, and actions. Sometimes what we are dealing with is simply present day stress, needing a safe environment to process and get feedback. Other times events from our past dictate our reactions to today's experiences. This leads to giving our power away and continuing to suffer. I practice cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as other approaches when indicated, always focusing on the client's goals. I am focused on respectful approaches to teaching tools that allow each client's efforts to result in positive impacts throughout their lives."
I provide a range of therapeutic services through individual, family, community, and group formats.
"I am a firm believer in finding balance between feelings, thoughts, beliefs, and actions. Sometimes what we are dealing with is simply present day stress, needing a safe environment to process and get feedback. Other times events from our past dictate our reactions to today's experiences. This leads to giving our power away and continuing to suffer. I practice cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as other approaches when indicated, always focusing on the client's goals. I am focused on respectful approaches to teaching tools that allow each client's efforts to result in positive impacts throughout their lives."
His interest areas for therapy include child behavior, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, life adjustment, and couple and family relationships.
Dr. Poppy’s approach to psychotherapy develops client-centered foundations of empathy, acceptance, and support with clients to facilitate cognitive-behavioral and family systems therapies. His assessment interest areas include attention, mood, personality, developmental disorders, autism, and learning. His interest areas for therapy include child behavior, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, life adjustment, and couple and family relationships. He welcomes opportunities to recognize and support diversity.
His interest areas for therapy include child behavior, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, life adjustment, and couple and family relationships.
Dr. Poppy’s approach to psychotherapy develops client-centered foundations of empathy, acceptance, and support with clients to facilitate cognitive-behavioral and family systems therapies. His assessment interest areas include attention, mood, personality, developmental disorders, autism, and learning. His interest areas for therapy include child behavior, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, life adjustment, and couple and family relationships. He welcomes opportunities to recognize and support diversity.
Lindsey Holzhauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ADHD-, CCSP
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61704
Similarly, I am dedicated to empowering women as they face their own unique set of challenges while balancing career & family, managing self-doubt, or overcoming societal pressures.
Everyone’s journey is different, shaped by personal experiences and emotions. I aim to create a safe and understanding space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we’ll identify what you need and what you're good at, then build a plan to help you overcome obstacles and live a more fulfilling life. Although, my experience spans through all ages, I have found my passion and purpose in focusing on adolescents and women.
Similarly, I am dedicated to empowering women as they face their own unique set of challenges while balancing career & family, managing self-doubt, or overcoming societal pressures.
Everyone’s journey is different, shaped by personal experiences and emotions. I aim to create a safe and understanding space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we’ll identify what you need and what you're good at, then build a plan to help you overcome obstacles and live a more fulfilling life. Although, my experience spans through all ages, I have found my passion and purpose in focusing on adolescents and women.
Stephanie Mann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship/ Family Conflict, and Narcissistic Abuse Recovery.
Welcome! I'm here to offer a supportive and non-judgmental space for you to feel seen, heard, validated, and encouraged. I aim to offer strategies to decrease unhelpful symptoms from anxiety, stress, burnout, trauma, difficult relationships, or other challenging life experiences. I have special interest working with individuals and families on increasing boundaries, communication skills, and conflict resolution. I understand that some clients benefit from talk therapy while others benefit from releasing stored trauma. We will find what works best for you!
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship/ Family Conflict, and Narcissistic Abuse Recovery.
Welcome! I'm here to offer a supportive and non-judgmental space for you to feel seen, heard, validated, and encouraged. I aim to offer strategies to decrease unhelpful symptoms from anxiety, stress, burnout, trauma, difficult relationships, or other challenging life experiences. I have special interest working with individuals and families on increasing boundaries, communication skills, and conflict resolution. I understand that some clients benefit from talk therapy while others benefit from releasing stored trauma. We will find what works best for you!
I have experience working with clients who struggle with a variety of issues including those related to anxiety, depression, life changes, problems with peers, school, or family, or a history of trauma. I partner with each client to create a treatment plan that is based on their individual needs with evidence based interventions.
I have experience working with clients who struggle with a variety of issues including those related to anxiety, depression, life changes, problems with peers, school, or family, or a history of trauma. I partner with each client to create a treatment plan that is based on their individual needs with evidence based interventions.
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I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families that are struggling with depression, anxiety, family struggles, communication issues, etc.
Are you experiencing depression and/or anxiety? Do you find yourself struggling with guilt or shame? Do you have couples or family issues that are tearing at your heart? How can our counselor-client relationship foster growth in those areas? There are times in life when individuals come across an area of their life, their thought process, or their relationships that they wish to see improvement on.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families that are struggling with depression, anxiety, family struggles, communication issues, etc.
Are you experiencing depression and/or anxiety? Do you find yourself struggling with guilt or shame? Do you have couples or family issues that are tearing at your heart? How can our counselor-client relationship foster growth in those areas? There are times in life when individuals come across an area of their life, their thought process, or their relationships that they wish to see improvement on.
My goal is to bring a tailored approach that is as unique as your family in order to create a therapeutic environment that works for YOU.
Rudolph Dreikers says, “Children are keen observers, but poor interpreters”. Growing up and learning how to exist in a chaotic world can be extremely challenging in even the best circumstances. Those with trauma, neurodivergence, or any other challenges may have an especially tough time with this.
My goal is to bring a tailored approach that is as unique as your family in order to create a therapeutic environment that works for YOU.
Rudolph Dreikers says, “Children are keen observers, but poor interpreters”. Growing up and learning how to exist in a chaotic world can be extremely challenging in even the best circumstances. Those with trauma, neurodivergence, or any other challenges may have an especially tough time with this.
Carley Nigro
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor , LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Waitlist for new clients
I have advanced skills and training in the areas of attachment, trauma, and family relationships.
At this time, I have a waitlist. I’m aware of the unique psychological, emotional, and social challenges faced by young individuals as they navigate the complexities of childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood. I would like to walk alongside of those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and family dynamics concerns. I believe that you are capable of growth and healing!
I have advanced skills and training in the areas of attachment, trauma, and family relationships.
At this time, I have a waitlist. I’m aware of the unique psychological, emotional, and social challenges faced by young individuals as they navigate the complexities of childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood. I would like to walk alongside of those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and family dynamics concerns. I believe that you are capable of growth and healing!
I can provide family counseling to improve relationships in the home.
Hi there, Whether it's for yourself, your kid, or your family, it takes strength to both reach out for counseling and to be open to receiving help. Having some nervousness is normal, even if it isn't your first time. Is your child isolating, refusing to go to school, or overthinking? Does your family have troubles connecting, communicating, or resolving conflict? If so, seeking counseling with me may be beneficial for you. I have years of experience working with children and adolescents with different backgrounds, including LGBTQ+, and different mental health concerns, including trauma, depression, and anxiety.
I can provide family counseling to improve relationships in the home.
Hi there, Whether it's for yourself, your kid, or your family, it takes strength to both reach out for counseling and to be open to receiving help. Having some nervousness is normal, even if it isn't your first time. Is your child isolating, refusing to go to school, or overthinking? Does your family have troubles connecting, communicating, or resolving conflict? If so, seeking counseling with me may be beneficial for you. I have years of experience working with children and adolescents with different backgrounds, including LGBTQ+, and different mental health concerns, including trauma, depression, and anxiety.
Brittany L Malak
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Are you ready to rebuild your relationship, but don't know where to begin? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has ample experience in helping couples reconnect after the stress of life has torn them apart.
Are you ready to rebuild your relationship, but don't know where to begin? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has ample experience in helping couples reconnect after the stress of life has torn them apart.
Caitlin Lantz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701 (Online Only)
I work with anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, self-esteem, family-of-origin concerns, adoption, and more.
Has your life taken an unexpected detour? Maybe it's a chaotic relationship, unrelating anxiety or navigating difficult family dynamics. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and sometimes overwhelming. However, there is an incredible amount of power in a strong therapeutic relationship where you can process life with someone who desires to fully understand you with a lens of compassion and empathy.
I work with anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, self-esteem, family-of-origin concerns, adoption, and more.
Has your life taken an unexpected detour? Maybe it's a chaotic relationship, unrelating anxiety or navigating difficult family dynamics. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and sometimes overwhelming. However, there is an incredible amount of power in a strong therapeutic relationship where you can process life with someone who desires to fully understand you with a lens of compassion and empathy.
Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Marriage and Family Therapist with 24 years of experience, I offer evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples.
Are you a couple or individual navigating significant life transitions, relationship challenges, or personal crises? My clients usually struggle with issues such as communication problems, intimacy issues, emotional distance, and/or feeling stuck. Their needs revolve around finding clarity, developing healthier coping mechanisms, and rebuilding trust and intimacy. Ultimately, my clients want to achieve emotional well-being, stronger connections, and a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships.
Marriage and Family Therapist with 24 years of experience, I offer evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples.
Are you a couple or individual navigating significant life transitions, relationship challenges, or personal crises? My clients usually struggle with issues such as communication problems, intimacy issues, emotional distance, and/or feeling stuck. Their needs revolve around finding clarity, developing healthier coping mechanisms, and rebuilding trust and intimacy. Ultimately, my clients want to achieve emotional well-being, stronger connections, and a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships.
Greta Long
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704 (Online Only)
I am Greta Long, pre-licensed therapist with Relational Insight Chicago. Our relationships have such a profound impact on who we are and I want to help you better understand yourself in your relationships. I have worked with individual adults from a variety of backgrounds and am open to working with children, couples, and adolescents who may be struggling with parenting concerns, communication with family, faith/spirituality concerns, grief, and life transitions like changing school (jr. high to senior high, senior high to college or workforce, and college to beyond), entering parenthood, death and loss, and more.
I am Greta Long, pre-licensed therapist with Relational Insight Chicago. Our relationships have such a profound impact on who we are and I want to help you better understand yourself in your relationships. I have worked with individual adults from a variety of backgrounds and am open to working with children, couples, and adolescents who may be struggling with parenting concerns, communication with family, faith/spirituality concerns, grief, and life transitions like changing school (jr. high to senior high, senior high to college or workforce, and college to beyond), entering parenthood, death and loss, and more.
Venus Evans-Winters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CCTP, MSW, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Serving clients across Illinois for over a decade, her areas of expertise are trauma related to interpersonal or family violence, sexual assault and abuse, adoptive and foster care, school problems/workplace problems, parenting, and couples therapy.
Dr. Venus Evans-Winters is a licensed clinical social worker, trauma expert, and professor. She draws upon multiple therapeutic and psychoeducational techniques (e.g., cognitive, dialectical, and reality therapies) to meet clients' mental health and socio-emotional needs. A native of Chicago and representative of the hip-hop generation, she helps clients from diverse backgrounds cope with chronic stress and trauma. Her practice is influenced by Adlerian theory and centers on culturally responsive approaches to practice because we know that culture is a significant influence on one's perception of stress and self-efficacy.
Serving clients across Illinois for over a decade, her areas of expertise are trauma related to interpersonal or family violence, sexual assault and abuse, adoptive and foster care, school problems/workplace problems, parenting, and couples therapy.
Dr. Venus Evans-Winters is a licensed clinical social worker, trauma expert, and professor. She draws upon multiple therapeutic and psychoeducational techniques (e.g., cognitive, dialectical, and reality therapies) to meet clients' mental health and socio-emotional needs. A native of Chicago and representative of the hip-hop generation, she helps clients from diverse backgrounds cope with chronic stress and trauma. Her practice is influenced by Adlerian theory and centers on culturally responsive approaches to practice because we know that culture is a significant influence on one's perception of stress and self-efficacy.
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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.