Life Coaching Therapists in Bannockburn, IL
Although I am a generalist, with experience treating a wide variety of clinical issues, I do specialize in the treatment of stress, depression, anxiety, ADHD, couples therapy, child and adolescent therapy, and wellness coaching.
At Heart Light, we believe that personal growth is a natural psychological process that fundamentally belongs to you, not to us.
Some mental health professionals seem to imagine themselves as mental and emotional surgeons, whose goal is to identify problems and then fix them for you.
We envision ourselves as more akin to doctors that deliver babies. We are ready to intervene as and when needed, but our primary role is to facilitate a natural process that belongs, first and foremost, to you.
Our goal is to guide and encourage your growth by helping you to empower yourself.
Although I am a generalist, with experience treating a wide variety of clinical issues, I do specialize in the treatment of stress, depression, anxiety, ADHD, couples therapy, child and adolescent therapy, and wellness coaching.
At Heart Light, we believe that personal growth is a natural psychological process that fundamentally belongs to you, not to us.
Some mental health professionals seem to imagine themselves as mental and emotional surgeons, whose goal is to identify problems and then fix them for you.
We envision ourselves as more akin to doctors that deliver babies. We are ready to intervene as and when needed, but our primary role is to facilitate a natural process that belongs, first and foremost, to you.
Our goal is to guide and encourage your growth by helping you to empower yourself.
Akilah Yates
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, NCC, LCPC, CCTP, CTMH
Verified Verified
Bannockburn, IL 60015 (Online Only)
My goal is to make sure that you are safe and equipped to handle life's ever changing circumstances.
With over nine years of dedicated experience in supporting children and adolescents navigating trauma, anxiety and depression, I offer tailored guidance for those feeling overwhelmed by overthinking or striving for overachievement. Whether confronting childhood trauma resurfacing in adulthood or seeking personal growth, I prioritize leveraging individual strengths to facilitate progress. We are all trying to achieve something in life. We all want better for ourselves. Life can be hectic at times and throw curveballs at us. We are required to adapt to the various obstacles that we come across.
My goal is to make sure that you are safe and equipped to handle life's ever changing circumstances.
With over nine years of dedicated experience in supporting children and adolescents navigating trauma, anxiety and depression, I offer tailored guidance for those feeling overwhelmed by overthinking or striving for overachievement. Whether confronting childhood trauma resurfacing in adulthood or seeking personal growth, I prioritize leveraging individual strengths to facilitate progress. We are all trying to achieve something in life. We all want better for ourselves. Life can be hectic at times and throw curveballs at us. We are required to adapt to the various obstacles that we come across.
Nevin has changed my life.
Sometimes, it can be a challenge to see "the forest through the trees." Having someone to talk to who is outside your circle of family and friends, to reflect back what's important to you, can be the crucial piece that helps you build the bridge back to yourself. This is one aspect of what I do when working with people interested in creating improved health, positive relationships, or achieving an important goal. If you are struggling with depression or anxiety, or wanting to discover your specific formula for happiness, I'd consider it a privilege to work with you.
Nevin has changed my life.
Sometimes, it can be a challenge to see "the forest through the trees." Having someone to talk to who is outside your circle of family and friends, to reflect back what's important to you, can be the crucial piece that helps you build the bridge back to yourself. This is one aspect of what I do when working with people interested in creating improved health, positive relationships, or achieving an important goal. If you are struggling with depression or anxiety, or wanting to discover your specific formula for happiness, I'd consider it a privilege to work with you.
Melanie also integrates assertive communication strategies, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies to help you take the first step in improving your life.
Do you struggle with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief, or stress? Do these challenges make it difficult for you to enjoy life, work, or have healthy relationships? You are not alone. Today, more people find themselves feeling nervous, stressed, sad, and overwhelmed just trying to get through the day. You may ask yourself; how can I feel better and cope in a healthier way with the challenges in my life? At Aram Connection, Melanie partners with clients to get on a path to feeling better about themselves and their lives. Melanie has worked extensively with adults of all ages, providing individual, and couples therapy.
Melanie also integrates assertive communication strategies, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies to help you take the first step in improving your life.
Do you struggle with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief, or stress? Do these challenges make it difficult for you to enjoy life, work, or have healthy relationships? You are not alone. Today, more people find themselves feeling nervous, stressed, sad, and overwhelmed just trying to get through the day. You may ask yourself; how can I feel better and cope in a healthier way with the challenges in my life? At Aram Connection, Melanie partners with clients to get on a path to feeling better about themselves and their lives. Melanie has worked extensively with adults of all ages, providing individual, and couples therapy.
Ramona C Hickey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bannockburn, IL 60015
If you are ready to take the first step towards a healthier, more fulfilling life, I am here to support you every step of the way.
Hippocrates once said, healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity. According to Hippocrates, to heal yourself, you must create the opportunity to do so. In a fast-paced world, healing takes a secondary role. Heavy workloads, family demands, and the pressures of society can cause us to feel drained mentally, physically, and emotionally.
If you are ready to take the first step towards a healthier, more fulfilling life, I am here to support you every step of the way.
Hippocrates once said, healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity. According to Hippocrates, to heal yourself, you must create the opportunity to do so. In a fast-paced world, healing takes a secondary role. Heavy workloads, family demands, and the pressures of society can cause us to feel drained mentally, physically, and emotionally.
Susan Jacobs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bannockburn, IL 60015
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and Iowa with 30 yrs of experience working with adults, couples and teens. I am a strong believer that change is a result of self empowerment, education and support. I believe that each person is unique and requires a holistic approach to inspire change. The therapeutic relationship is one where the client can explore and confront their challenges in a safe environment working with their therapist as a coach. I understand the importance of each person working at their own pace and needing different levels of guidance: Accepting new patients. InnerWarriorLLC.com
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and Iowa with 30 yrs of experience working with adults, couples and teens. I am a strong believer that change is a result of self empowerment, education and support. I believe that each person is unique and requires a holistic approach to inspire change. The therapeutic relationship is one where the client can explore and confront their challenges in a safe environment working with their therapist as a coach. I understand the importance of each person working at their own pace and needing different levels of guidance: Accepting new patients. InnerWarriorLLC.com
Amy Cassandra Cwiklinski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bannockburn, IL 60015
Amy Cwiklinski graduated with a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Adler University in 2018 and is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). With over 7 years of experience, Amy has developed a deep understanding of the complex dynamics within families and relationships.
Amy Cwiklinski graduated with a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Adler University in 2018 and is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). With over 7 years of experience, Amy has developed a deep understanding of the complex dynamics within families and relationships.
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Contentment and happiness can often feel elusive in the busy, complicated lives that we lead. Sometimes, understanding the reason for our unhappiness seems just as elusive. The way we feel about our true selves as well as the meaning we give certain events in our lives can effect how we cope with the challenges that come our way. Often, we find ourselves in situations that feel beyond our control to recover from. Deep down, you are resilient, and know life could feel better than it does.
Contentment and happiness can often feel elusive in the busy, complicated lives that we lead. Sometimes, understanding the reason for our unhappiness seems just as elusive. The way we feel about our true selves as well as the meaning we give certain events in our lives can effect how we cope with the challenges that come our way. Often, we find ourselves in situations that feel beyond our control to recover from. Deep down, you are resilient, and know life could feel better than it does.
Maggie E Dunne
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
One of my greatest joys, is helping individuals, couples and families learn to manage the various, yet often unavoidable, stresses of life. Our days are packed with work, school, family, and relationships. We come home depleted and then it starts all over again the next day. Feelings of anxiety, panic, depression, anger, and/or lack of motivation, are inevitable. So it grieves my heart when clients ask what's wrong with them. So while we may need to "power through" certain situations, I help my clients develop strategies that are tailor made to their circumstances and personality, to successfully complete the marathon of life.
One of my greatest joys, is helping individuals, couples and families learn to manage the various, yet often unavoidable, stresses of life. Our days are packed with work, school, family, and relationships. We come home depleted and then it starts all over again the next day. Feelings of anxiety, panic, depression, anger, and/or lack of motivation, are inevitable. So it grieves my heart when clients ask what's wrong with them. So while we may need to "power through" certain situations, I help my clients develop strategies that are tailor made to their circumstances and personality, to successfully complete the marathon of life.
I am ready to share my experience and big heart to guide and support you to a more awakened life.
Sometimes it is time to just stop. Stop believing that voice in your head that is so demanding, so critical, so unkind. Stop running, stop fighting, stop avoiding, stop numbing. Sometimes it is time to start. Start waking up, start feeling more alive, start coming home, start loving yourself and others more deeply than ever before. Becoming more present in this constantly beeping and flickering culture of ours is the major personal challenge of the 21st century. Feelings of joy and contentment take place now, not in the future or the past. Experiencing your feelings fully is the key to opening the door to a more satisfying life.
I am ready to share my experience and big heart to guide and support you to a more awakened life.
Sometimes it is time to just stop. Stop believing that voice in your head that is so demanding, so critical, so unkind. Stop running, stop fighting, stop avoiding, stop numbing. Sometimes it is time to start. Start waking up, start feeling more alive, start coming home, start loving yourself and others more deeply than ever before. Becoming more present in this constantly beeping and flickering culture of ours is the major personal challenge of the 21st century. Feelings of joy and contentment take place now, not in the future or the past. Experiencing your feelings fully is the key to opening the door to a more satisfying life.
Maria N Feldgreber
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Riverwoods, IL 60015
Building resiliency and helping people live life to it's fullest potential is my goal.
I am committed to providing high quality psychological care for individuals, children and families who are facing a variety of issues in their lives. Whether your needs are for short-term problem solving or long-term growth work, we can work collaboratively to create goals for the future. Helping clients with issues such as ADD/ODD, Behavior Issues, Depression and Anxiety, Divorce issues, Family Counseling, Grief Counseling, Hospice Counseling, Individual Counseling and School Issues.
Building resiliency and helping people live life to it's fullest potential is my goal.
I am committed to providing high quality psychological care for individuals, children and families who are facing a variety of issues in their lives. Whether your needs are for short-term problem solving or long-term growth work, we can work collaboratively to create goals for the future. Helping clients with issues such as ADD/ODD, Behavior Issues, Depression and Anxiety, Divorce issues, Family Counseling, Grief Counseling, Hospice Counseling, Individual Counseling and School Issues.
Lindsey Perper Davanzo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPC, NCPC
Verified Verified
Deerfield, IL 60015
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Professional Life Coach with over twenty years of experience in private practice. Taking the first step to get into therapy can be met with a multitude of emotions. My belief is that the most important component to a successful therapeutic experience is a connection and a trusting relationship with your provider. I practice using a solution-focused and forward-thinking model in which your individual needs will be assessed and addressed specifically.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Professional Life Coach with over twenty years of experience in private practice. Taking the first step to get into therapy can be met with a multitude of emotions. My belief is that the most important component to a successful therapeutic experience is a connection and a trusting relationship with your provider. I practice using a solution-focused and forward-thinking model in which your individual needs will be assessed and addressed specifically.
By replacing insecurities and poor habits with positive proactive ones, young people will gain lifelong positive attributes and abilities.
To young people the world is chaotic; filled with academic, parental and peer pressures. Their inner strengths and desires get lost amid the noise. I teach my client to see through the chaos and to take control of what is best for each of them. Young people need another voice, an objective voice that makes them question who they are and what they want. Not only the voice of a parent, teacher or school because all three are unable to be truly objective. My role is that of mentor/guide asking the question "What is it that you really want?"
By replacing insecurities and poor habits with positive proactive ones, young people will gain lifelong positive attributes and abilities.
To young people the world is chaotic; filled with academic, parental and peer pressures. Their inner strengths and desires get lost amid the noise. I teach my client to see through the chaos and to take control of what is best for each of them. Young people need another voice, an objective voice that makes them question who they are and what they want. Not only the voice of a parent, teacher or school because all three are unable to be truly objective. My role is that of mentor/guide asking the question "What is it that you really want?"
Loren Mercola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC, Type 73
Verified Verified
Deerfield, IL 60015 (Online Only)
** Manage Stress
** Improve Intimacy/Sexual Dysfunction
** Overcome Addictions
** Address Divorce, Co-Parenting &
Blended Family Issues
** Process Grief/Loss
** Manage Work/Career (Job Change,
Challenging Boss/Environment)
** Improve School Issues ((ADHD/BD/ED,
Peer Relations)
** Process Life Transitions (Mid- Life
Re-Evaluation, Retirement, Empty
Nest, Etc.
IS THE LIFE YOU ARE LIVING NOW THE LIFE THAT WANTS TO LIVE IN YOU? If not, I can help! Create the reality you want. Dare to dream. Find your passion. Change directions. Discover your untapped potential. Celebrate relationships. Enrich your spirit. Live your best life by being your BEST self! With a collaborative counseling/ coaching style, I offer guidance, support, education and strategies to empower you to achieve your goals and live a healthy, balanced life. Working together will provide you with opportunities to grow and learn to:
Accept Accountability for your
Choices, Actions & Reactions
** Manage Stress
** Improve Intimacy/Sexual Dysfunction
** Overcome Addictions
** Address Divorce, Co-Parenting &
Blended Family Issues
** Process Grief/Loss
** Manage Work/Career (Job Change,
Challenging Boss/Environment)
** Improve School Issues ((ADHD/BD/ED,
Peer Relations)
** Process Life Transitions (Mid- Life
Re-Evaluation, Retirement, Empty
Nest, Etc.
IS THE LIFE YOU ARE LIVING NOW THE LIFE THAT WANTS TO LIVE IN YOU? If not, I can help! Create the reality you want. Dare to dream. Find your passion. Change directions. Discover your untapped potential. Celebrate relationships. Enrich your spirit. Live your best life by being your BEST self! With a collaborative counseling/ coaching style, I offer guidance, support, education and strategies to empower you to achieve your goals and live a healthy, balanced life. Working together will provide you with opportunities to grow and learn to:
Accept Accountability for your
Choices, Actions & Reactions
For both therapy and coaching, I utilize my experience to integrate empirically supported practice into the work I do as a coach.
The current state of affairs has led many of us to feel a little lost, overwhelmed, frustrated, or worried. As a mother, clinician, entrepreneur and wife I understand balancing the many roles we hold can be especially daunting in the current climate and provide traditional therapy services for IL residents. In addition to traditional therapy, I also provide coaching services, and enjoy working with female identifying entrepreneurs and content creators. Many of my clients are managing high functioning anxiety or ADHD while navigating a super busy life, trying to fit all the pieces together while also engaging in self care.
For both therapy and coaching, I utilize my experience to integrate empirically supported practice into the work I do as a coach.
The current state of affairs has led many of us to feel a little lost, overwhelmed, frustrated, or worried. As a mother, clinician, entrepreneur and wife I understand balancing the many roles we hold can be especially daunting in the current climate and provide traditional therapy services for IL residents. In addition to traditional therapy, I also provide coaching services, and enjoy working with female identifying entrepreneurs and content creators. Many of my clients are managing high functioning anxiety or ADHD while navigating a super busy life, trying to fit all the pieces together while also engaging in self care.
North Star Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Deerfield, IL 60015 (Online Only)
Life can be very tough.
My clients are more than the challenges they are facing, whether it be depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, etc. My clients are people first who are looking for guidance in creating the coping skills necessary for relief and a fulfilling life. It is important to my clients that their therapist truly hear their concerns, needs, and goals, as well as be the person they can be fully transparent. A safe and nurturing setting is created with my clients in order for mutual trust, openness, and respect to emerge. My clients want to see the evolvement of positive changes occur in their lives, as do I.
Life can be very tough.
My clients are more than the challenges they are facing, whether it be depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, etc. My clients are people first who are looking for guidance in creating the coping skills necessary for relief and a fulfilling life. It is important to my clients that their therapist truly hear their concerns, needs, and goals, as well as be the person they can be fully transparent. A safe and nurturing setting is created with my clients in order for mutual trust, openness, and respect to emerge. My clients want to see the evolvement of positive changes occur in their lives, as do I.
I come into session with no preconceived agenda, solely honoring exactly where you are in your life.
What would it feel like to be kinder to yourself? To lessen the self-judgment. To be able to express sadness, disappointment and anger in a caring environment. To no longer feel so alone. I'd like to accompany you on this journey. To hear and validate you.
To work together toward developing more empowering coping and communication strategies for you individually and within relationships. As you determine our course, I will partner with empathy and stability. So, if together we begin doing this work of your life, I'm confident you'll soon become happier, more peaceful and connected.
I come into session with no preconceived agenda, solely honoring exactly where you are in your life.
What would it feel like to be kinder to yourself? To lessen the self-judgment. To be able to express sadness, disappointment and anger in a caring environment. To no longer feel so alone. I'd like to accompany you on this journey. To hear and validate you.
To work together toward developing more empowering coping and communication strategies for you individually and within relationships. As you determine our course, I will partner with empathy and stability. So, if together we begin doing this work of your life, I'm confident you'll soon become happier, more peaceful and connected.
Additionally, I have extensive experience working with children's life transitions including divorce, death, and social/bullying issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a Masters degree in Family Counseling and over 20 years experience working with children, teenagers and adults as a therapist, school counselor and special education teacher. I am a strength-based therapist utilizing solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral and client-centered therapy. To support my interventions with young children, I am trained in the use of play therapy. I specialize in working with children and families struggling with behavioral issues at home and in school; and with children and adults experiencing life transitions.
Additionally, I have extensive experience working with children's life transitions including divorce, death, and social/bullying issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a Masters degree in Family Counseling and over 20 years experience working with children, teenagers and adults as a therapist, school counselor and special education teacher. I am a strength-based therapist utilizing solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral and client-centered therapy. To support my interventions with young children, I am trained in the use of play therapy. I specialize in working with children and families struggling with behavioral issues at home and in school; and with children and adults experiencing life transitions.
Therapy can be a safe way for individuals to address the underlying causes of their depression or anxiety. It is a way for individuals to develop internal tools and to gain support to manage their emotions that prevent them from living a happier and more meaningful life. Therapy can be a way to learn more about yourself and to set aside time to take care of yourself.
Therapy can be a safe way for individuals to address the underlying causes of their depression or anxiety. It is a way for individuals to develop internal tools and to gain support to manage their emotions that prevent them from living a happier and more meaningful life. Therapy can be a way to learn more about yourself and to set aside time to take care of yourself.
I value your role as the expert of your life.
We all face challenging moments in our lives—whether we are experiencing anxiety or sadness, difficulty coping with life events, conflictual relationships, or a desire for a greater self-esteem. As a therapist, I can help you identify your unique gifts and needs, free you from maladaptive patterns, examine your past, and allow you to take charge of your life story. The power of therapy and our therapeutic relationship can get you moving. After all, sometimes we need an objective listener, someone to validate us, challenge us, and offer new perspectives. The same applies to kids and I often utilize play for assessing and treatment.
I value your role as the expert of your life.
We all face challenging moments in our lives—whether we are experiencing anxiety or sadness, difficulty coping with life events, conflictual relationships, or a desire for a greater self-esteem. As a therapist, I can help you identify your unique gifts and needs, free you from maladaptive patterns, examine your past, and allow you to take charge of your life story. The power of therapy and our therapeutic relationship can get you moving. After all, sometimes we need an objective listener, someone to validate us, challenge us, and offer new perspectives. The same applies to kids and I often utilize play for assessing and treatment.
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Life Coaching Therapists
What can I expect from life coaching?
Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.
Can a life coach help treat anxiety?
Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.
Can life coaching be done online?
Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.
How long does life coaching last?
Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.