Couples Counseling Therapists in Arlington Heights, IL

I believe that we all have some area of our lives that we would like to change. My passion is to walk with individuals who want or need this change. For change to take place in treatment we need clear direction with measurable goals, a strong sense of hope, and a good fit between the therapist and client. I take a holistic approach to counseling that addresses the physical, intellectual, emotional, social, ethical, and spiritual needs of the client. I would love to be a part of your change process.

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Frustrated or unhappy in your relationships? I work with adults, teens, or couples who want to feel better emotionally, more connected, and more hopeful. I truly understand that reaching out and feeling vulnerable can be difficult, so I work to develop a warm, empathic, nonjudgmental, and collaborative relationship with my clients.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who believes in the importance of prioritizing mental health. Seeking out therapy means you value yourself and the relationships you are in. In order for clients to access their most authentic feelings, I feel the therapeutic environment is key. I provide an inviting, non-judgmental space to process the challenges that are present in your life, and work with a strength-based, solution-focused approach.

Seeking guidance is a sign of strength! If you are reading this, you have taken the first step. I am passionate in my work with both adults and children through individual, couples or family counseling. Whether helping with communication and intimacy issues, mood disorders, developmental or social delays or stressful life events, I am an active participant in counseling and people quickly find they have a better understanding of what their issues are, feel symptom relief and have tools to manage their lives. I combine humor & straight forward guidance so individuals and couples quickly find symptom relief and happiness.

Our emotions can get the best of us. I work with individuals looking to take control over heavy emotions, and those desiring a more positive outlook on life. Bad, painful feelings often keep us stuck. During therapy, I listen carefully to each client's unique story, helping them explore their emotions and beliefs in a more comfortable setting, and working toward emotional relief. Therapy is aimed at helping each client gain personal growth and lasting change.

I offer a welcoming and non-judgmental approach, emphasizing research validated problem-solving, Cognitive-Behavioral methods. I work with adults and adolescents as individuals, couples and families.

It can be difficult to reach out for help at times. It shows bravery and strength and may take personal motivation to do so. Reaching out is that first step showing you have what takes to heal. I will meet you at your point of need. I help clients like you develop the skills needed to create change, accomplish goals, and live a healthier happier life. With success we begin to change our beliefs that were creating hardship to ones that create growth, health, confidence, and acceptance. I strive to treat every person as family with a warm, compassionate approach.

I use an integrative approach to therapy that is collaborative, solution-focused, and aimed at creating meaningful movement towards positive change. I want to provide a safe, secure, and non-judgmental environment in which clients can feel free to openly discuss their thoughts and feelings. I am a member of the LGBTQ community and thoroughly enjoy helping clients overcome their fear and anxiety and move towards a more authentic life. I additionally enjoy helping couples and families improve communication and overall relationship dynamics. I believe that change happens when knowledge and experiences are shared.

Life can be challenging and reaching out for help can also be difficult. As a therapist, it is my goal to provide a safe space for my clients where they can expect to be met with compassion and understanding. I work with my clients to facilitate growth, insight, and self-compassion. I believe that these are core aspects in helping people build the necessary tools for navigating life. I have a diverse clinical background and have worked with people in various stages of their lives.

I enjoy helping individuals heal, see breakthroughs, and increase their resilience and ability to find effective approaches to their presenting concerns.  My passion is to empower clients to manage life difficulties that encroach on their envisioned life architecture by gently identifying and removing obstacles, learning adaptive coping, finding meaning and strength, and sometimes rebuilding from the very foundation when faced with life-changing adversities.  Issues germinate and gain destructive power if ignored or dealt with using unhelpful distractions, so you can feel good about taking that first step to call me with no delay.

When personal stresses mount, I believe in meeting the client where they are to listen with an empathic ear and provide coping skills to help clients more effectively navigate difficulties. I realize people need support to get by in their daily lives when career difficulties occur or relationships begin to break down or perhaps it is just hard to cope with personal or external expectations. I work with mind-body awareness and may introduce some relaxation techniques to aid clients overcome anxiety.

For many people, persistent and unresolved mental health issues lead to a downward spiral of marital strife, parenting difficulties, legal problems, stress, anxiety and depression. These issues can negatively impact their quality of life.

I welcome my clients with warmth and compassion at any stage of their healing journey. Processing past experiences and navigating the uncertainty of the future takes courage so we create a space where you can foster curiosity about these fears and uncertainties, gain insight about yourself, and feel empowered to make positive changes. I incorporate self-compassion, shame resilience, and value exploration in our work so we can break cycles and make changes towards a fulfilling and authentic life.

Would you like to feel more self-assured and empowered? Would you like to better advocate for your self in your personal and professional relationships? Would you like to feel more in control over the direction of your life? My specialty is working with those who struggle with depression/anxiety, self-esteem and relationship issues. I am passionate about helping people build on their strengths, achieve balance in their lives, and attain the personal growth and change they desire. My goal is to help my clients develop greater self-understanding, greater self-compassion and more meaningful supportive relationships.

I specialize in treating adolescents, couples, women's issues, anxiety and grief/loss issues. I am trained in family systems theory using a psychodynamic approach for assessments. I have found much success using cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness based treatment models.

I am a seasoned therapist who, like my clients, is in an evolving journey of making sense of life and its challenges. I spent the first part of my career specializing in the treatment of adolescents and families. For the past two decades, my practice has come to include a great deal of work with individual adults and couples who are struggling with issues related to mental health, self-esteem, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life stage concerns. I enjoy working with the challenges of emerging adults as well as those in mid-life and beyond.

I believe in creating a comfortable, compassionate, and supportive environment for my clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and have experience working with many populations including, adolescents, court-mandated individuals, families and groups. I have clinical experience in agency settings, therapeutic schools, community centers and private practice. My professional interests and experience include issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, anger control, stress, self-esteem, communication, relationship issues, and grief and loss.

I've been in the therapy field since before graduating from Adler School, with over 10 years experience! I have an extreme passion & dedication to assisting my clients through difficult transitions, anxiety, relationships & all of life's stressors. My client centered approach allows me to form a specific plan for you & allows all your needs to be met, at the pace you set. I am extremely open, friendly, and happy to work around your busy life! Some of my specialities are: Anxiety, Couples & Families, Individuals, Teens, Pre-teens...and much more! Please contact me to get started on the life you want to lead!

I have been providing individual, family, and group therapy for almost 20 years with a diverse population of clients in multiple settings. My professional experience has been with individuals of all ages including children/teens, couples, families, and adults with a range of issues including anxiety, ADHD, life phase transitions, school related difficulties, parenting struggles, self-esteem, and family/relationship issues. My experiences have come from working in a variety of settings including community agencies, inpatient substance abuse treatment, residential treatment, hospitals, military installations, and private practice.