Female Therapists in Aurora, IL
![Photo of Sandra Dunn, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9876f61e-2d60-44d1-a9b0-dae98ccfc47e/1/320x400.jpeg)
As a counselor, I believe we all strive to live happy, healthy, successful, and independent lives, but sometimes find the stresses of our every day responsibilities to be overwhelming. This is where counseling can make a difference. Counseling has long been a proven tool in the successful management of stress. My office is a safe space to explore any number of private topics you may want to discuss such as wellness, depression, anxiety, trauma, or other areas of concern. We will meet to discuss these important issues and work collaboratively to help you reach your goals.
As a counselor, I believe we all strive to live happy, healthy, successful, and independent lives, but sometimes find the stresses of our every day responsibilities to be overwhelming. This is where counseling can make a difference. Counseling has long been a proven tool in the successful management of stress. My office is a safe space to explore any number of private topics you may want to discuss such as wellness, depression, anxiety, trauma, or other areas of concern. We will meet to discuss these important issues and work collaboratively to help you reach your goals.
![Photo of Caryn Schultz, LCSW, ACSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e8a2488e-34b7-4db0-8ea1-e84a8f5cf34f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Caryn Schultz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, IL 60502 (Online Only)
I consider it a privilege to work with people who are motivated to change. Whether it’s feeling less anxious or depressed, improving an important relationship or learning to better control intense emotions, I am willing to join you in doing the hard work of change. Though the process is often simple, it’s rarely easy. The alternative option of staying the same, however, is usually much more difficult in the long run. Together, we’ll figure out how you can make your one life the best it can be. Isn’t that result worth the effort?
I consider it a privilege to work with people who are motivated to change. Whether it’s feeling less anxious or depressed, improving an important relationship or learning to better control intense emotions, I am willing to join you in doing the hard work of change. Though the process is often simple, it’s rarely easy. The alternative option of staying the same, however, is usually much more difficult in the long run. Together, we’ll figure out how you can make your one life the best it can be. Isn’t that result worth the effort?
![Photo of Renyce Ward, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e6ceb30c-e2cf-4057-ab51-7bd14ade34af/2/320x400.jpeg)
Renyce Ward is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2024. She has a BS in Psychology from University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, a Masters of Social Work from University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana and a Trauma-Informed Educational Practices Certification from North Central College. Renyce helps support the social-emotional needs of individuals by providing a safe and non-judgmental environment where together, they will explore areas of strengths and challenges.
Renyce Ward is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2024. She has a BS in Psychology from University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, a Masters of Social Work from University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana and a Trauma-Informed Educational Practices Certification from North Central College. Renyce helps support the social-emotional needs of individuals by providing a safe and non-judgmental environment where together, they will explore areas of strengths and challenges.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience. I work primarily with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, and unresolved psychological trauma. I use my relationship with my clients in order to allow them to discuss uncomfortable emotions such as shame and guilt, in a non-judgmental relationship.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience. I work primarily with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, and unresolved psychological trauma. I use my relationship with my clients in order to allow them to discuss uncomfortable emotions such as shame and guilt, in a non-judgmental relationship.
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Hi- My name is Jennifer Wolf, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients of all ages with stress and anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, and career difficulties. I also have worked extensively with high school and college students on career and college planning, stress, and life transitions, relationships, and executive functioning.
Hi- My name is Jennifer Wolf, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients of all ages with stress and anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, and career difficulties. I also have worked extensively with high school and college students on career and college planning, stress, and life transitions, relationships, and executive functioning.
![Photo of Julia Guest, LCSW, CADC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/278e6183-313b-4442-a7c5-778c523e4975/1/320x400.jpeg)
Taking the first step to healing is difficult especially when you are unsure where to start and how to get where you would like, making your first appointment is a great start. Are there thing's that you have experienced that feel unresolved? Julia can help you unpack these experiences, feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Julia also enjoys working with parents and children/teenagers to reconnect with one another and be that bridge of communication. Give Julia a call today for a free 15 min consultation to see if she is a good fit for you.
Taking the first step to healing is difficult especially when you are unsure where to start and how to get where you would like, making your first appointment is a great start. Are there thing's that you have experienced that feel unresolved? Julia can help you unpack these experiences, feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Julia also enjoys working with parents and children/teenagers to reconnect with one another and be that bridge of communication. Give Julia a call today for a free 15 min consultation to see if she is a good fit for you.
![Photo of Jaslyn Singh, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bbb6a7a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
It is extremely important that my client's feel comfortable with me and my work, otherwise therapy becomes a task, not something rewarding or nurturing. Teaching clients how to validate each feeling/emotion, how to sit with feelings and not run away from them is what I do best! I'd love to ask you why is it you may tend to cycle in the same energies and what would happen if you stepped out of it? Would love to hear your response! The way we think affects how we feel and then affects how we behave. I believe that every tear drop has a voice, if your tears had a voice what would they be saying?
It is extremely important that my client's feel comfortable with me and my work, otherwise therapy becomes a task, not something rewarding or nurturing. Teaching clients how to validate each feeling/emotion, how to sit with feelings and not run away from them is what I do best! I'd love to ask you why is it you may tend to cycle in the same energies and what would happen if you stepped out of it? Would love to hear your response! The way we think affects how we feel and then affects how we behave. I believe that every tear drop has a voice, if your tears had a voice what would they be saying?
![Photo of Christina Jones, MA , LPC , Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/aa468af1-ee72-4008-aed0-d2f9f46ebfc6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you experiencing emotional overload, engaging in destructive patterns, or just plain stuck? In ways, our thoughts, behaviors, emotional reactions, and relationships are influenced by early childhood experiences, creating the lens in which we view the world and how we approach life. These learned ideals and behaviors may result from an ingrained, automatic emotional response that helped you to survive traumatic situations, impairing your ability to problem-solve and manage difficult situations and emotions. Change may be uncomfortable but with the appropriate skills, peace and healing is attainable.
Are you experiencing emotional overload, engaging in destructive patterns, or just plain stuck? In ways, our thoughts, behaviors, emotional reactions, and relationships are influenced by early childhood experiences, creating the lens in which we view the world and how we approach life. These learned ideals and behaviors may result from an ingrained, automatic emotional response that helped you to survive traumatic situations, impairing your ability to problem-solve and manage difficult situations and emotions. Change may be uncomfortable but with the appropriate skills, peace and healing is attainable.
![Photo of Laura Provancal, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0a573b9b-10de-48aa-a6f6-d27ebfa5f431/1/320x400.jpeg)
Do you or someone you love feel overwhelmed with life's challenges? Are mental health issues impacting your relationships, work/school and well being? Are you looking to find fulfillment in your daily life? Life can be hard. I am here to help navigate through life's challenges to encourage growth, change and healing. I am passionate about building meaningful relationships with my clients through a lens of compassion, collaboration and empowerment. I use an eclectic approach to therapy to integrate various forms of evidence-based strategies to encourage self-expression in a way that feels comfortable to the client.
Do you or someone you love feel overwhelmed with life's challenges? Are mental health issues impacting your relationships, work/school and well being? Are you looking to find fulfillment in your daily life? Life can be hard. I am here to help navigate through life's challenges to encourage growth, change and healing. I am passionate about building meaningful relationships with my clients through a lens of compassion, collaboration and empowerment. I use an eclectic approach to therapy to integrate various forms of evidence-based strategies to encourage self-expression in a way that feels comfortable to the client.
![Photo of Kelsey Flynn, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/edff927c-e4c2-4eb2-bfeb-bc72246cc1ea/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kelsey Flynn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, IL 60503 (Online Only)
Hi, I am Kelsey. Lets chat! I believe, everyone feels overwhelmed and troubled at times. We all carry scars from either our past or present which can prevent us from enjoying life and embracing happiness. I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your concerns. I promote healing from a place of empathy and understanding. I believe everyone has the inner strength and power to overcome adversity and to face the many challenges that life brings. I work from a client centered and affirming perspective using evidence-based interventions, techniques and skills drawn from a blend of therapeutic modalities.
Hi, I am Kelsey. Lets chat! I believe, everyone feels overwhelmed and troubled at times. We all carry scars from either our past or present which can prevent us from enjoying life and embracing happiness. I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your concerns. I promote healing from a place of empathy and understanding. I believe everyone has the inner strength and power to overcome adversity and to face the many challenges that life brings. I work from a client centered and affirming perspective using evidence-based interventions, techniques and skills drawn from a blend of therapeutic modalities.
![Photo of Leslie Damaso, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bb0121a2-dca8-49b2-92e0-fede7fbe9a13/1/320x400.png)
Leslie’s ideal client is someone who is ready to take the first step towards self-improvement and personal growth. Leslie’s therapeutic practice focuses on helping individuals develop healthy ways to process depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties and life transitions. Leslie engages clients through an empathetic and relational approach to help individuals achieve a balanced and healthy life for themselves.
Leslie’s ideal client is someone who is ready to take the first step towards self-improvement and personal growth. Leslie’s therapeutic practice focuses on helping individuals develop healthy ways to process depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties and life transitions. Leslie engages clients through an empathetic and relational approach to help individuals achieve a balanced and healthy life for themselves.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are suffering from anxiety, depression or PTSD? Are you ready to make a positive change in your life? What change would you like to see happen in yourself and your life and how would you feel different as a result? Life can sometimes feel overwhelming and counseling can help. We can discover long-standing patterns that may be holding you back from experiencing a more meaningful life. Whether you are looking for extra support and guidance through a difficult situation or you are just ready to move to a new direction in life, I look forward to working with you.
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I envision ideal clients as individuals or couples seeking deeper understanding & connection, dealing with issues like anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. At Graceful Therapy, my group practice I started almost 6 years ago, we cater to diverse needs. We provide grace-filled therapy to help clients achieve their unique goals. Seek out one of our amazing clinicians and see all the different specialties & therapy types we are able to offer at Graceful Therapy. Whether it be animal based therapy, art therapy, brainspotting, EMDR, we can meet you where you're at & provide the support you are looking for.
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Veleka J Avant
Licensed Social Worker, LSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, IL 60504 (Online Only)
You’re likely here because life has become overwhelmingly challenging. Sure, you’re surviving (and others may look at you and think you have it all together), but inside you feel sad, angry, ashamed, stuck, and exhausted. You’ve always been the “giver” in your life, and saying “no,” feels like a luxury and beyond your reach. If you're ready to experience a healthier life, I'd like to provide you with a space to start prioritizing yourself and get the support you need to regain a sense of control and peace. Together, we can work through complex relationships, emotions, and uncertainties you're facing in a non-judgmental environment.
You’re likely here because life has become overwhelmingly challenging. Sure, you’re surviving (and others may look at you and think you have it all together), but inside you feel sad, angry, ashamed, stuck, and exhausted. You’ve always been the “giver” in your life, and saying “no,” feels like a luxury and beyond your reach. If you're ready to experience a healthier life, I'd like to provide you with a space to start prioritizing yourself and get the support you need to regain a sense of control and peace. Together, we can work through complex relationships, emotions, and uncertainties you're facing in a non-judgmental environment.
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When people feel isolated or alone in their situation, they need someone else to help them gain a new perspective, feel differently, or at times escape the state at hand. My philosophy is to view therapy as if it were a "tune up" to help people keep operating through life. Just like cars need regular tune ups and oil changes to keep running smoothly, people also need regular check-ins and support for internal issues. This is especially important for people of color and minority populations because they face additional societal challenges (including microaggressions) that may or may not be overt but are often painful.
When people feel isolated or alone in their situation, they need someone else to help them gain a new perspective, feel differently, or at times escape the state at hand. My philosophy is to view therapy as if it were a "tune up" to help people keep operating through life. Just like cars need regular tune ups and oil changes to keep running smoothly, people also need regular check-ins and support for internal issues. This is especially important for people of color and minority populations because they face additional societal challenges (including microaggressions) that may or may not be overt but are often painful.
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Caitlin Reisel
Licensed clinical professional counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aurora, IL 60502
Are you in need of extra support? I'm here to help! I have a passion for working with older children and adolescents struggling with behavioral and emotional concerns. Conditions I commonly address include depression, anxiety, high functioning autism, ADHD, school resistance, and much more. I also have a background in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapy, a common approach to working with children with behavioral concerns on the autism spectrum. In addition to working with children, I enjoy working with adults with conditions such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, PTSD, and more.
Are you in need of extra support? I'm here to help! I have a passion for working with older children and adolescents struggling with behavioral and emotional concerns. Conditions I commonly address include depression, anxiety, high functioning autism, ADHD, school resistance, and much more. I also have a background in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapy, a common approach to working with children with behavioral concerns on the autism spectrum. In addition to working with children, I enjoy working with adults with conditions such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, PTSD, and more.
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We solely see first responders, ER staff, and veterans at the FRWC. Being a former Chicago Police Officer for 13 years, I understand the unique needs of first responders and developed the center to help those who protect us. We see first responders due to trauma, crisis, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, job-related stress, suicide, etc. We also understand how there are concerns about engaging in therapy services and protecting your job. We ensure that you will have privacy and confidentiality. We have a separate entrance and exit to maintain confidentiality.
We solely see first responders, ER staff, and veterans at the FRWC. Being a former Chicago Police Officer for 13 years, I understand the unique needs of first responders and developed the center to help those who protect us. We see first responders due to trauma, crisis, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, job-related stress, suicide, etc. We also understand how there are concerns about engaging in therapy services and protecting your job. We ensure that you will have privacy and confidentiality. We have a separate entrance and exit to maintain confidentiality.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in providing individual, couples, and family therapy to adolescents and adults. I treat a variety of issues and diagnoses, including difficulties related to developmental and life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships, previous trauma (physical, sexual, emotional abuse), and gender and sexual identity concerns.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in providing individual, couples, and family therapy to adolescents and adults. I treat a variety of issues and diagnoses, including difficulties related to developmental and life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships, previous trauma (physical, sexual, emotional abuse), and gender and sexual identity concerns.
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As a Clinical Psychotherapist, I have twelve years of experience providing guidance and assistance to individuals of all ages who face various life challenges including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, family conflict, self-esteem, trauma and PTSD, school issues and coping skills.
As a Clinical Psychotherapist, I have twelve years of experience providing guidance and assistance to individuals of all ages who face various life challenges including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, family conflict, self-esteem, trauma and PTSD, school issues and coping skills.
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I specialize in maternal mental health with a focus on the prevention, assessment and treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I also work with mothers and fathers who are struggling with adjustment to parenthood, infertility, perinatal loss, birth trauma, NICU experiences and medical complications related to pregnancy and child birth. In addition, I work with college students, couples and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues and difficult life transitions.
I specialize in maternal mental health with a focus on the prevention, assessment and treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I also work with mothers and fathers who are struggling with adjustment to parenthood, infertility, perinatal loss, birth trauma, NICU experiences and medical complications related to pregnancy and child birth. In addition, I work with college students, couples and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues and difficult life transitions.
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