Trauma Focused Therapists in Batavia, IL
I use a trauma focused approach to better understand my clients and their symptoms.
Trying to heal and work through trauma can be overwhelming and difficult to begin. Going through major life transitions can cause unwanted stress. Asking for help can be hard, but taking that step shows strength and resilience. My goal is to help you feel empowered, validated, and supported along your healing journey.
I use a trauma focused approach to better understand my clients and their symptoms.
Trying to heal and work through trauma can be overwhelming and difficult to begin. Going through major life transitions can cause unwanted stress. Asking for help can be hard, but taking that step shows strength and resilience. My goal is to help you feel empowered, validated, and supported along your healing journey.
FrontLine Wellness Center
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, EMT-P
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510
A compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), committed to creating a safe, and supportive space for individuals and those on the front line seeking to enhance their mental well-being and alleviate distress. With a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology and extensive experience in the medical field, including Emergency Medical Services (EMS), a deep understanding has been developed of the complex challenges individuals face in both their personal and professional lives. Therapy is tailored to each client's unique needs and goals, fostering a collaborative and empowering therapeutic relationship.
A compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), committed to creating a safe, and supportive space for individuals and those on the front line seeking to enhance their mental well-being and alleviate distress. With a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology and extensive experience in the medical field, including Emergency Medical Services (EMS), a deep understanding has been developed of the complex challenges individuals face in both their personal and professional lives. Therapy is tailored to each client's unique needs and goals, fostering a collaborative and empowering therapeutic relationship.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling a bit lost, worn down, and distant from ourselves. Maybe you're tired of feeling out of place in day-to-day situations or feeling disconnected from others who don’t quite understand. Perhaps it’s hard to recall a time when things felt any different. Either way one thing is for sure: you’re ready for a change. You’re ready to enjoy deep, fulfilling relationships, free from the grip of self-doubt. You’re ready to find a sense of meaning. Most importantly, you’re ready to reconnect with yourself, to embrace your future with a sense of purpose, and to feel hope again.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling a bit lost, worn down, and distant from ourselves. Maybe you're tired of feeling out of place in day-to-day situations or feeling disconnected from others who don’t quite understand. Perhaps it’s hard to recall a time when things felt any different. Either way one thing is for sure: you’re ready for a change. You’re ready to enjoy deep, fulfilling relationships, free from the grip of self-doubt. You’re ready to find a sense of meaning. Most importantly, you’re ready to reconnect with yourself, to embrace your future with a sense of purpose, and to feel hope again.
Are you a law enforcement officer, hospital or healthcare professional or military veteran who has experienced a traumatic event and is having a difficulty time managing your life? Do you find yourself needing to isolate and avoid people, places or situations in order to feel safe? Do have a difficult time getting to sleep and staying asleep? Have you experienced frustration towards others when they tell you that you should "get over it...and move on" by family, friends or coworkers. The need to feel truly heard and understood in a safe environment is vital towards the road to recovery.
Are you a law enforcement officer, hospital or healthcare professional or military veteran who has experienced a traumatic event and is having a difficulty time managing your life? Do you find yourself needing to isolate and avoid people, places or situations in order to feel safe? Do have a difficult time getting to sleep and staying asleep? Have you experienced frustration towards others when they tell you that you should "get over it...and move on" by family, friends or coworkers. The need to feel truly heard and understood in a safe environment is vital towards the road to recovery.
Kelly Huggins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
Grief and trauma often leave us feeling broken and damaged, alone and helpless, and fighting to just survive. You might not recognize yourself now or remember a time you didn't feel like this. Your grief may be so overwhelming that you don't even know what you feel. Either way, one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to face your trauma and begin to heal. You're ready to feel the sun on your face. Most of all, you're ready to live again with a sense of hope and joy.
Grief and trauma often leave us feeling broken and damaged, alone and helpless, and fighting to just survive. You might not recognize yourself now or remember a time you didn't feel like this. Your grief may be so overwhelming that you don't even know what you feel. Either way, one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to face your trauma and begin to heal. You're ready to feel the sun on your face. Most of all, you're ready to live again with a sense of hope and joy.
Ginnie Seaman
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC, GCE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
I specialize in assisting people to overcome barriers to change & focus on treating depression, anxiety, addiction & trauma. We will complete an evaluation during the first session so I can get a complete picture of your strengths, what is troubling you, & how your history might be impacting you. We will then develop a treatment plan together. I have the skills and experience to help you find the best path for your healing and growth. I offer both in-person & telehealth for day or evening appointments.
I specialize in assisting people to overcome barriers to change & focus on treating depression, anxiety, addiction & trauma. We will complete an evaluation during the first session so I can get a complete picture of your strengths, what is troubling you, & how your history might be impacting you. We will then develop a treatment plan together. I have the skills and experience to help you find the best path for your healing and growth. I offer both in-person & telehealth for day or evening appointments.
Hello! I’m Kelly Jacobson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Stronger Therapeutic Counseling Services, Inc. I partner with my clients to help discover and utilize your existing strengths to live a life with a stronger sense of purpose, and to be your happiest, most loving, and strongest self. As women, we have so many roles and expectations that we place on ourselves; expectations that we take on, put on us, and absorb without realizing.
Hello! I’m Kelly Jacobson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Stronger Therapeutic Counseling Services, Inc. I partner with my clients to help discover and utilize your existing strengths to live a life with a stronger sense of purpose, and to be your happiest, most loving, and strongest self. As women, we have so many roles and expectations that we place on ourselves; expectations that we take on, put on us, and absorb without realizing.
Suicide Prevention Services of America
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510
We are here because we’ve been there. Suicide Prevention Services of America is a non-profit dedicated to helping people along the continuum of care of suicide. We have been helping individuals in our community for over 25 years. Our mission is to open minds, save lives, and restore hope through prevention, intervention, and prevention services through education, advocacy, and collaboration in the community. SPSA is made up of a passionate and compassionate team of mental health professionals, many of whom have had suicide impact their lives. We assist people at any stage of their mental health treatment through individual therapy.
We are here because we’ve been there. Suicide Prevention Services of America is a non-profit dedicated to helping people along the continuum of care of suicide. We have been helping individuals in our community for over 25 years. Our mission is to open minds, save lives, and restore hope through prevention, intervention, and prevention services through education, advocacy, and collaboration in the community. SPSA is made up of a passionate and compassionate team of mental health professionals, many of whom have had suicide impact their lives. We assist people at any stage of their mental health treatment through individual therapy.
Marisol Reyes Schroeder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510 (Online Only)
Everyone deals with a hardship at one point in their lives. During this time, it can be difficult to feel heard, understood, or supported. You may feel like no one understands and it seems as though life keeps getting harder. It seems like you’ve tried everything and nothing is working. You deserve a safe space to prioritize yourself. Many of us need help but find it hard to ask for it. It's okay to put YOU first.
Everyone deals with a hardship at one point in their lives. During this time, it can be difficult to feel heard, understood, or supported. You may feel like no one understands and it seems as though life keeps getting harder. It seems like you’ve tried everything and nothing is working. You deserve a safe space to prioritize yourself. Many of us need help but find it hard to ask for it. It's okay to put YOU first.
Samantha Berg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
Waitlist for new clients
Email is the best way to reach me. I am a licensed clinical social worker with a rich and varied history of work in the mental health field. My clinical experience includes work in residential, community mental health, law enforcement, and crisis intervention services. I have expertise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma related disorders, addictions, self-harm, behavioral concerns, suicidal ideations, psychosis spectrum disorders, and personality disorders. I have experience working with young children to older adults.
Email is the best way to reach me. I am a licensed clinical social worker with a rich and varied history of work in the mental health field. My clinical experience includes work in residential, community mental health, law enforcement, and crisis intervention services. I have expertise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma related disorders, addictions, self-harm, behavioral concerns, suicidal ideations, psychosis spectrum disorders, and personality disorders. I have experience working with young children to older adults.
Do you feel nervous, sad, or angry? Maybe you feel some combination of emotions or aren't sure how to put a name to what you are feeling. It might help you to know that "When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary," according to Mister Fred Rogers. I look forward to building a trusting, accepting, and understanding relationship with clients. Please reach out if you would like to discuss working together to help you on your path to healing.
Do you feel nervous, sad, or angry? Maybe you feel some combination of emotions or aren't sure how to put a name to what you are feeling. It might help you to know that "When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary," according to Mister Fred Rogers. I look forward to building a trusting, accepting, and understanding relationship with clients. Please reach out if you would like to discuss working together to help you on your path to healing.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
Do you feel stuck, alone, confused and/or at a loss? You do not have to walk alone. Life presents various seasons of joys, struggles, grief, and other emotional challenges. I am committed and passionate about serving you regardless of your background so that you can experience greater insight, healing, hope, significance, and health in your life's journey. I seek to provide a safe, empathic, collaborative, and challenging space to explore all the issues, patterns, values, goals, and evidence-based solutions through various integrated modalities. I look forward to serving you so you can grow and flourish each day!
Do you feel stuck, alone, confused and/or at a loss? You do not have to walk alone. Life presents various seasons of joys, struggles, grief, and other emotional challenges. I am committed and passionate about serving you regardless of your background so that you can experience greater insight, healing, hope, significance, and health in your life's journey. I seek to provide a safe, empathic, collaborative, and challenging space to explore all the issues, patterns, values, goals, and evidence-based solutions through various integrated modalities. I look forward to serving you so you can grow and flourish each day!
Jen enjoys supporting clients as they navigate life transitions including the death of a loved one, separation/divorce, and career changes. She is also experienced in working with clients who have perinatal mood concerns, including infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, and adjustment to parenthood. Her approach focuses on holistic health and relational well-being. She considers diet, movement, and mindfulness as essential elements to restoring a sense of balance and genuine connection to self and others.
Jen enjoys supporting clients as they navigate life transitions including the death of a loved one, separation/divorce, and career changes. She is also experienced in working with clients who have perinatal mood concerns, including infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, and adjustment to parenthood. Her approach focuses on holistic health and relational well-being. She considers diet, movement, and mindfulness as essential elements to restoring a sense of balance and genuine connection to self and others.
Hello, I am devoted to empowering individuals by guiding them through the healing process. An impactful aspect of the therapeutic relationship is to provide you with tools you can use outside of the therapeutic space to improve your life and see change. The most important aspect of therapy for me involves building a trusting and collaborative relationship with my clients. I take great care to tailor each intervention to fit your goals and needs.
Hello, I am devoted to empowering individuals by guiding them through the healing process. An impactful aspect of the therapeutic relationship is to provide you with tools you can use outside of the therapeutic space to improve your life and see change. The most important aspect of therapy for me involves building a trusting and collaborative relationship with my clients. I take great care to tailor each intervention to fit your goals and needs.
Shannon Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, CATP
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510
Waitlist for new clients
Are you burdened by guilt, shame, or rejection? Feeling isolated and alone? It's okay. You're not alone in this journey. I understand the exhaustion of trauma. But remember, you're stronger than your struggles. It's time to peel back the layers of past traumas, welcome the peace of authenticity, and nurture your emotional well-being. You're ready for transformation and resilience. You're worthy of wellness. Let's take that first step towards your healing journey, together.
Are you burdened by guilt, shame, or rejection? Feeling isolated and alone? It's okay. You're not alone in this journey. I understand the exhaustion of trauma. But remember, you're stronger than your struggles. It's time to peel back the layers of past traumas, welcome the peace of authenticity, and nurture your emotional well-being. You're ready for transformation and resilience. You're worthy of wellness. Let's take that first step towards your healing journey, together.
Mary Kate Beckmen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510 (Online Only)
As an adolescent or emerging adult, you could be facing the weight of complex trauma, anxiety, or depression during significant life transitions. You may be looking for support to help you better understand your emotions and experiences. Your goals might include finding practical coping strategies and confronting challenges that feel daunting. Ultimately, you want to navigate this critical period with a clearer sense of direction and the tools to create a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are.
As an adolescent or emerging adult, you could be facing the weight of complex trauma, anxiety, or depression during significant life transitions. You may be looking for support to help you better understand your emotions and experiences. Your goals might include finding practical coping strategies and confronting challenges that feel daunting. Ultimately, you want to navigate this critical period with a clearer sense of direction and the tools to create a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are.
At some point in our lives, we all go through challenging experiences that seem beyond our ability to manage on our own. Whether it's a life transition, something from our past, or a relationship struggle, these experiences can be overwhelming and may affect our sense of well-being. I am interested and experienced in working with adults and adolescents facing a variety of mental health concerns. Whatever the issue, you will be given wise guidance in a caring, authentic manner as we work together to achieve both short-term and long-term wellness.
At some point in our lives, we all go through challenging experiences that seem beyond our ability to manage on our own. Whether it's a life transition, something from our past, or a relationship struggle, these experiences can be overwhelming and may affect our sense of well-being. I am interested and experienced in working with adults and adolescents facing a variety of mental health concerns. Whatever the issue, you will be given wise guidance in a caring, authentic manner as we work together to achieve both short-term and long-term wellness.
Caitlin Reisel
Licensed clinical professional counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
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.
Jennifer DuBose
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAS, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510 (Online Only)
Tired of holding it all together, but not getting what you need? Sleepless with worry? Big feelings are like dashboard lights. They get our attention. They’re not bad, they’re information. They're valid, and you deserve to feel better. Your relationship running on empty? Maybe you're facing a breakup, or wondering if some of the hard things you've been through in the past are showing up in your life now? You may be deeply curious about how you came to be this way in the world, and feeling ready to catch your breath, find your voice, and learn if you and your relationships can be healed. I'd be honored to help.
Tired of holding it all together, but not getting what you need? Sleepless with worry? Big feelings are like dashboard lights. They get our attention. They’re not bad, they’re information. They're valid, and you deserve to feel better. Your relationship running on empty? Maybe you're facing a breakup, or wondering if some of the hard things you've been through in the past are showing up in your life now? You may be deeply curious about how you came to be this way in the world, and feeling ready to catch your breath, find your voice, and learn if you and your relationships can be healed. I'd be honored to help.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling major changes or wrestling with anxiety and self-doubt. Hi, I’m Alayna, a counseling intern at Stronger Therapeutic Counseling Services, and I’m here to help you navigate these uncertain moments with care and understanding. Whether you’re transitioning from high school to college, stepping into post-grad life, or simply trying to find your place in the world, I’m passionate about helping you feel less alone on this journey. You might be feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure about what’s next—and that’s okay. Therapy is a place where you don’t have to have all the answers.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling major changes or wrestling with anxiety and self-doubt. Hi, I’m Alayna, a counseling intern at Stronger Therapeutic Counseling Services, and I’m here to help you navigate these uncertain moments with care and understanding. Whether you’re transitioning from high school to college, stepping into post-grad life, or simply trying to find your place in the world, I’m passionate about helping you feel less alone on this journey. You might be feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure about what’s next—and that’s okay. Therapy is a place where you don’t have to have all the answers.
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