Female Therapists in Carol Stream, IL

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Kristi Czapiewski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188  (Online Only)
Welcome! I specialize in working with adults and adolescents for a variety of concerns such as general anxiety, stressful life events, relationship and communication challenges, career/workplace stress or communication support, individuals experiencing divorce, loved ones of substance abusers/in recovery, grief processing, parental and caregiver support. Clients who would like to have better personal relationships, relief and tools from stress and anxiety, and support to get through life’s tough chapters.
Welcome! I specialize in working with adults and adolescents for a variety of concerns such as general anxiety, stressful life events, relationship and communication challenges, career/workplace stress or communication support, individuals experiencing divorce, loved ones of substance abusers/in recovery, grief processing, parental and caregiver support. Clients who would like to have better personal relationships, relief and tools from stress and anxiety, and support to get through life’s tough chapters.
(224) 529-4069 View (224) 529-4069
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Meagan Restaino
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, PCGC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Healing takes courage, and I believe that we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it. This is a stance I take when working with clients who have trauma, addiction, gambling, or other mental health struggles. I work with teens and adults, who are seeking a supportive and understanding environment where they can be authentic and vulnerable. Their goals include overcoming past traumas, breaking free from addictive behaviors, managing codependent tendencies, and addressing unresolved issues. My hope and goal is to help clients thrive and find peace in their lives.
Healing takes courage, and I believe that we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it. This is a stance I take when working with clients who have trauma, addiction, gambling, or other mental health struggles. I work with teens and adults, who are seeking a supportive and understanding environment where they can be authentic and vulnerable. Their goals include overcoming past traumas, breaking free from addictive behaviors, managing codependent tendencies, and addressing unresolved issues. My hope and goal is to help clients thrive and find peace in their lives.
(224) 529-4370 View (224) 529-4370
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Ann Letourneau
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or relationship issues? Is life just plain overwhelming at this point? Are you ready to feel better and make changes in your life? If so, I think you would find therapy helpful. I can journey with you as you navigate these hard times.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or relationship issues? Is life just plain overwhelming at this point? Are you ready to feel better and make changes in your life? If so, I think you would find therapy helpful. I can journey with you as you navigate these hard times.
(630) 608-6819 View (630) 608-6819
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Central DuPage Pastoral Counseling Center
Pastoral Counselor
Verified Verified
Carol Stream, IL 60188
You may be searching for ways to cope with a difficult transition or painful circumstance in your life. Perhaps you find yourself struggling with shifts in key relationships or the feelings you have towards those relationships. Our pastoral counselors provide compassionate support and professional direction. Counseling services are offered to assist individuals, couples and families.
You may be searching for ways to cope with a difficult transition or painful circumstance in your life. Perhaps you find yourself struggling with shifts in key relationships or the feelings you have towards those relationships. Our pastoral counselors provide compassionate support and professional direction. Counseling services are offered to assist individuals, couples and families.
(630) 812-0621 View (630) 812-0621
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Anna Coyne
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188  (Online Only)
Have you been avoiding fights with your partner or family? Do you feel like you’re walking on eggshells, trying not to blow up? This can be very painful, and it’s common for couples and families when life gets complicated. Unfortunately, many people learn to avoid all conflicts in their relationships. This can lead to resentment, which can cause more frequent and long-term issues. As a therapist, I’ve worked with many individuals, couples and families struggling with trauma, high conflict, divorce, and infidelity.
Have you been avoiding fights with your partner or family? Do you feel like you’re walking on eggshells, trying not to blow up? This can be very painful, and it’s common for couples and families when life gets complicated. Unfortunately, many people learn to avoid all conflicts in their relationships. This can lead to resentment, which can cause more frequent and long-term issues. As a therapist, I’ve worked with many individuals, couples and families struggling with trauma, high conflict, divorce, and infidelity.
(224) 701-3174 View (224) 701-3174
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Dr. Loren Williams
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor , EdD, LCPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188  (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed by things that have happened to you? You're not alone—many people feel this way after experiencing trauma. I'm Loren, an experienced therapist who helps individuals and couples deal with trauma, domestic violence, and grief. My goal is to offer a caring and supportive space where you can safely explore your feelings and start to heal. Whether you want to rebuild your life after trauma, break free from domestic violence, or find comfort during a time of deep grief, I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed by things that have happened to you? You're not alone—many people feel this way after experiencing trauma. I'm Loren, an experienced therapist who helps individuals and couples deal with trauma, domestic violence, and grief. My goal is to offer a caring and supportive space where you can safely explore your feelings and start to heal. Whether you want to rebuild your life after trauma, break free from domestic violence, or find comfort during a time of deep grief, I'm here to support you every step of the way.
(224) 479-1493 View (224) 479-1493
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Jessica Marshall
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Waitlist for new clients
It is difficult to take a journey without a road map. Parenting a child with learning problems or emotional/behavioral challenges can feel like one of those difficult journeys. Schools and school districts have many resources for addressing a parent's concerns; however, sometimes additional resources are needed. As a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with school-aged children, I partner with parents, schools and other professionals to provide the answers to your questions.
It is difficult to take a journey without a road map. Parenting a child with learning problems or emotional/behavioral challenges can feel like one of those difficult journeys. Schools and school districts have many resources for addressing a parent's concerns; however, sometimes additional resources are needed. As a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with school-aged children, I partner with parents, schools and other professionals to provide the answers to your questions.
(630) 884-5033 x108 View (630) 884-5033 x108
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Taylor Hammes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Are you or someone in your family dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or stress? I work with ages 7 and up to help them handle these issues. My goal is to support kids, teens, and adults as they go through tough times and heal from trauma and other life stressors. With my background in trauma-informed care, I can help in many areas of life, whether it's guiding children through key developmental stages or helping adults manage their stress. I enjoy working with members of the LGBTQ+ community where I provide a safe and empowering environment.
Are you or someone in your family dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or stress? I work with ages 7 and up to help them handle these issues. My goal is to support kids, teens, and adults as they go through tough times and heal from trauma and other life stressors. With my background in trauma-informed care, I can help in many areas of life, whether it's guiding children through key developmental stages or helping adults manage their stress. I enjoy working with members of the LGBTQ+ community where I provide a safe and empowering environment.
(224) 569-1412 View (224) 569-1412
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Carly Wolfram
Counselor, LCPC, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188  (Online Only)
Trauma can bring about changes that are beyond your control, but healing empowers you to make the changes you choose. Starting therapy with a new therapist can be especially challenging when you have experienced trauma. I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages navigate trauma, dissociative issues, ADHD, and more. Many of my clients seek my support after trying multiple therapists or doctors who couldn't quite identify the core issues, or because they didn't feel a meaningful connection with them. Many of my clients seek connection and guidance to heal from trauma, which is central to my therapeutic approach.
Trauma can bring about changes that are beyond your control, but healing empowers you to make the changes you choose. Starting therapy with a new therapist can be especially challenging when you have experienced trauma. I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages navigate trauma, dissociative issues, ADHD, and more. Many of my clients seek my support after trying multiple therapists or doctors who couldn't quite identify the core issues, or because they didn't feel a meaningful connection with them. Many of my clients seek connection and guidance to heal from trauma, which is central to my therapeutic approach.
(224) 252-8065 View (224) 252-8065
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Jodi Macaluso
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Carol Stream, IL 60188
During my career as a therapist, I have gained the expertise in joining a person "where they are at" while developing an environment of safety, security and mutual respect. I have been told that my voice and manner quickly communicates friendliness and kindness, and that people overall, find that I am not at all intimidating and very easy to talk to. I provide an integrative supportive approach that allows for healing and growth. I combine Motivational Enhancement with Cognitive Behavioral interventions to assist in identifying the unique qualities and strengths of each person I work with to evoke change and emotional wellness.
During my career as a therapist, I have gained the expertise in joining a person "where they are at" while developing an environment of safety, security and mutual respect. I have been told that my voice and manner quickly communicates friendliness and kindness, and that people overall, find that I am not at all intimidating and very easy to talk to. I provide an integrative supportive approach that allows for healing and growth. I combine Motivational Enhancement with Cognitive Behavioral interventions to assist in identifying the unique qualities and strengths of each person I work with to evoke change and emotional wellness.
(847) 906-2582 View (847) 906-2582
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Jennifer L. Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Hello, my name is Jennifer Lee Jackson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 14 years of clinical experience working with clients living with depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Excoriation Disorder, addiction, unhelpful thinking styles, low self-esteem, codependency, poor boundary setting, PMDD, and trauma. I am an eclectic therapist who uses Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical, Eclectic, Psychodynamic, and Couples Therapy during treatment with my clients. I believe in creating an egalitarian relationship with you to foster a safe and empowering environment for long-term recovery and stability.
Hello, my name is Jennifer Lee Jackson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 14 years of clinical experience working with clients living with depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Excoriation Disorder, addiction, unhelpful thinking styles, low self-esteem, codependency, poor boundary setting, PMDD, and trauma. I am an eclectic therapist who uses Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical, Eclectic, Psychodynamic, and Couples Therapy during treatment with my clients. I believe in creating an egalitarian relationship with you to foster a safe and empowering environment for long-term recovery and stability.
(618) 205-9340 View (618) 205-9340
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Jonna Phelps
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Carol Stream, IL 60188
My name is Jonna Phelps, and I am a LCPC in Illinois. I have focused my attention on treating adults with anxiety and depression. I believe in learning coping skills and positive communication to deal with significant life events. The goal of treatment is validation through re-focusing on individual strengths in order to improve overall quality of life. I have focused my attention on treating adults with anxiety, depression, and difficulty with life transitions. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, coaching, and validation practices.
My name is Jonna Phelps, and I am a LCPC in Illinois. I have focused my attention on treating adults with anxiety and depression. I believe in learning coping skills and positive communication to deal with significant life events. The goal of treatment is validation through re-focusing on individual strengths in order to improve overall quality of life. I have focused my attention on treating adults with anxiety, depression, and difficulty with life transitions. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, coaching, and validation practices.
(773) 692-4739 View (773) 692-4739
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Fiona Arthurs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carol Stream, IL 60188
I believe that healthy human connection has the power to heal and transform relational patterns. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, families, adolescents and children create healthy human connections. With the integration of faith in therapy, healthy relationships can be formed and broken relationships can be repaired. In working with me, you will receive compassionate, honest and quality care. Let me help you navigate through broken relationships, adjustments in life, marriage, parenting and teenage stuff. I have experience working with multicultural families, ethnic minorities, and ministry families.
I believe that healthy human connection has the power to heal and transform relational patterns. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, families, adolescents and children create healthy human connections. With the integration of faith in therapy, healthy relationships can be formed and broken relationships can be repaired. In working with me, you will receive compassionate, honest and quality care. Let me help you navigate through broken relationships, adjustments in life, marriage, parenting and teenage stuff. I have experience working with multicultural families, ethnic minorities, and ministry families.
(630) 451-8769 x701 View (630) 451-8769 x701
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Joyce Babb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, MSW
Verified Verified
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Change is possible. I can help. I offer exceptional and compassionate counseling services to help you to achieve your goals so that you can live your life and relationships more fully. I have extensive experience, both in the US and overseas, in working with individuals, couples, families, and groups to address a wide range of issues, including anxiety and panic disorders; depression; stress management; marital and family problems; parenting skills; attention deficit disorders; life transitions; grief and loss; women's issues; men's issues; substance abuse and addictions; co-dependency, family of origin, perfectionism, and shame issues and more. .
Change is possible. I can help. I offer exceptional and compassionate counseling services to help you to achieve your goals so that you can live your life and relationships more fully. I have extensive experience, both in the US and overseas, in working with individuals, couples, families, and groups to address a wide range of issues, including anxiety and panic disorders; depression; stress management; marital and family problems; parenting skills; attention deficit disorders; life transitions; grief and loss; women's issues; men's issues; substance abuse and addictions; co-dependency, family of origin, perfectionism, and shame issues and more. .
(630) 984-7627 View (630) 984-7627
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Ericka Axness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188
There are times in life when we find ourselves stuck. Whether you're facing a difficult life situation or patterns that continue to present themselves in your life, I can help you explore and work through these challenging issues. I work closely with my clients to create a safe, non-judgmental space to process stressors and life issues and find ways to manage them more effectively, helping my clients to live a life they deserve. It is my emphasis to help clients see their own power and strengths, to create positive change in their lives.
There are times in life when we find ourselves stuck. Whether you're facing a difficult life situation or patterns that continue to present themselves in your life, I can help you explore and work through these challenging issues. I work closely with my clients to create a safe, non-judgmental space to process stressors and life issues and find ways to manage them more effectively, helping my clients to live a life they deserve. It is my emphasis to help clients see their own power and strengths, to create positive change in their lives.
(630) 560-5464 View (630) 560-5464
Ginny Gemmell, LCSW, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carol Stream, IL 60188
I provide a warm, accepting environment, where my clients are able to feel safe to express themselves. I like to use humor, where appropriate, but I am very sensitive to the pain that my clients are experiencing. I believe that people can change and adjust at any point in life, when they are provided with good support.
I provide a warm, accepting environment, where my clients are able to feel safe to express themselves. I like to use humor, where appropriate, but I am very sensitive to the pain that my clients are experiencing. I believe that people can change and adjust at any point in life, when they are provided with good support.
(708) 406-5068 View (708) 406-5068
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Robin N. Heffernan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCPC
Verified Verified
Carol Stream, IL 60188
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 15 years of experience working with multiple people in the therapy room dealing with relationship issues. This training prepared me to ensure that everyone has an active part of the therapeutic process. I believe that therapy is a collaborative approach where a trusting therapeutic relationship is established and used to identify existing strengths and workable solutions. I also believe that my role is to assist individuals, couples or families in developing skills that address there presenting concerns and continue to be useful beyond the end of therapy.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 15 years of experience working with multiple people in the therapy room dealing with relationship issues. This training prepared me to ensure that everyone has an active part of the therapeutic process. I believe that therapy is a collaborative approach where a trusting therapeutic relationship is established and used to identify existing strengths and workable solutions. I also believe that my role is to assist individuals, couples or families in developing skills that address there presenting concerns and continue to be useful beyond the end of therapy.
(630) 387-9500 View (630) 387-9500
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Jasmine Menser-Lust
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Waitlist for new clients
I help women who are over-thinkers, over-planners and high achievers who are on the rise professionally and know that they are struggling personally. It's hard to say no or to slow down out of fear of failure or that you will let someone down. You may ask yourself "How do I succeed without burning out?" I help women understand and resolve the core issue of why they put themselves last so that they can be fulfilled in their personal and professional lives.
I help women who are over-thinkers, over-planners and high achievers who are on the rise professionally and know that they are struggling personally. It's hard to say no or to slow down out of fear of failure or that you will let someone down. You may ask yourself "How do I succeed without burning out?" I help women understand and resolve the core issue of why they put themselves last so that they can be fulfilled in their personal and professional lives.
(224) 276-5546 View (224) 276-5546
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Donna Kilgallon
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carol Stream, IL 60188
I have been working as a counselor in the mental health field for 20+ years. There have been many diverse opportunities where I've provided counseling and crisis stabilization for children, families, adolescents and young adults. My passion is working with children and adolescents. Also assisting families with building communication and empowering them as a whole to find happiness and wellbeing.
I have been working as a counselor in the mental health field for 20+ years. There have been many diverse opportunities where I've provided counseling and crisis stabilization for children, families, adolescents and young adults. My passion is working with children and adolescents. Also assisting families with building communication and empowering them as a whole to find happiness and wellbeing.
(708) 315-2546 View (708) 315-2546
Kairos Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carol Stream, IL 60125
Kairos Family Center is a private, not-for-profit agency dedicated to providing quality, affordable, family centered counseling and psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. Our agency offers both short term and long term therapy in English and Spanish.
Kairos Family Center is a private, not-for-profit agency dedicated to providing quality, affordable, family centered counseling and psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. Our agency offers both short term and long term therapy in English and Spanish.
(847) 984-3547 View (847) 984-3547

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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.