Depression Therapists in Cortland, IL
I have experience working with children as young as four years old, adolescents, adults, couples, and families and have a strong tie to the systems dynamic in my clinical work. I work with clients experiencing a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, relational problems, social isolation and bullying, family and parent-child conflict, school concerns, and a multitude of other presenting issues. I work from a compassionate, strengths-based approach and promote positive, healthy change through self-advocacy. Working from a systemic perspective with individuals, couples, and families allows me to assist my clients in actualizing the change they wish to see in their lives. In addition, I promote the process of change through differentiation of self and gaining an understanding of how individuals work and function within a system. I recently underwent a training in the Certificate Program in Traumatic Stress Studies through the Trauma Center at JRI and have also received training to become a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I recently attended the Childhood Trauma Symposium to increase my efforts in being an effective trauma-informed clinician.
I have experience working with children as young as four years old, adolescents, adults, couples, and families and have a strong tie to the systems dynamic in my clinical work. I work with clients experiencing a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, relational problems, social isolation and bullying, family and parent-child conflict, school concerns, and a multitude of other presenting issues. I work from a compassionate, strengths-based approach and promote positive, healthy change through self-advocacy. Working from a systemic perspective with individuals, couples, and families allows me to assist my clients in actualizing the change they wish to see in their lives. In addition, I promote the process of change through differentiation of self and gaining an understanding of how individuals work and function within a system. I recently underwent a training in the Certificate Program in Traumatic Stress Studies through the Trauma Center at JRI and have also received training to become a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I recently attended the Childhood Trauma Symposium to increase my efforts in being an effective trauma-informed clinician.
While I treat a wide variety of clientele and issues, my specialties include: anxiety, depression, trauma, relational difficulties, communication skills, separation/divorce, low self-esteem, self-injury, parent education, stress management, and behavior modification.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I utilize systemic thinking by looking beyond an individual and observing how their surrounding environments/relationships impact them. I find this approach to be highly effective and necessary to promote personal growth. I believe that everyone is worthy of being able to share their story in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. I feel privileged to be a part of someone's journey to understanding their past, being aware of the present and setting goals for their future.
While I treat a wide variety of clientele and issues, my specialties include: anxiety, depression, trauma, relational difficulties, communication skills, separation/divorce, low self-esteem, self-injury, parent education, stress management, and behavior modification.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I utilize systemic thinking by looking beyond an individual and observing how their surrounding environments/relationships impact them. I find this approach to be highly effective and necessary to promote personal growth. I believe that everyone is worthy of being able to share their story in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. I feel privileged to be a part of someone's journey to understanding their past, being aware of the present and setting goals for their future.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families. I work with my clients to explore their relationships to address the challenges they may be facing. This includes exploring; feeling disconnected, deep rooted conflict, communication, blending families, parenting, life transition, and low relationship satisfaction. I also work with clients who struggle with depression, gender identity, mood management, self-esteem, sexual orientation, stress, and trauma.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families. I work with my clients to explore their relationships to address the challenges they may be facing. This includes exploring; feeling disconnected, deep rooted conflict, communication, blending families, parenting, life transition, and low relationship satisfaction. I also work with clients who struggle with depression, gender identity, mood management, self-esteem, sexual orientation, stress, and trauma.
Depression, Anxiety, and Mood Disorders are just some of the diagnoses I have worked with. Through skill building, processing upsetting events, gaining insight into behaviors and allowing yourself to heal, the positive power of the therapy experience is rewarding. I take an approach that is welcoming, empathetic, and non judgmental to assist with creating a safe place for you.
Depression, Anxiety, and Mood Disorders are just some of the diagnoses I have worked with. Through skill building, processing upsetting events, gaining insight into behaviors and allowing yourself to heal, the positive power of the therapy experience is rewarding. I take an approach that is welcoming, empathetic, and non judgmental to assist with creating a safe place for you.
When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressers, it is not uncommon for them to feel as if their lives have unraveled. My dedication is to bring healing to individual who have experienced traumatic and stressful events. I know that no single approach is right for everyone, so I have been trained in a range of therapeutic techniques that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, Solution Focused and Mindfulness. Through these approaches, I am able to help my clients find healthy perceptions of themselves in order to make changes and find a more peaceful and calming place in their lives.
When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressers, it is not uncommon for them to feel as if their lives have unraveled. My dedication is to bring healing to individual who have experienced traumatic and stressful events. I know that no single approach is right for everyone, so I have been trained in a range of therapeutic techniques that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, Solution Focused and Mindfulness. Through these approaches, I am able to help my clients find healthy perceptions of themselves in order to make changes and find a more peaceful and calming place in their lives.
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For individuals, I can help with anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, self esteem, and motivation.
STRUGGLING WITH ANXIETY? Discover "What Your Anxiety is telling You." If you have a fever, your temperature is not what's wrong; it's a symptom that points to what's wrong. Let's work together to reduce your symptom of anxiety that is robbing you of your peace of mind. FOR RELATIONSHIPS: I developed the program "A World Class Love: Building the Relationship of Your Dreams" to teach couples how to stop fighting, improve their communication skills and re-kindle their love. When we work together, I will guide you through this step by step process to help you build the relationship of your dreams.
For individuals, I can help with anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, self esteem, and motivation.
STRUGGLING WITH ANXIETY? Discover "What Your Anxiety is telling You." If you have a fever, your temperature is not what's wrong; it's a symptom that points to what's wrong. Let's work together to reduce your symptom of anxiety that is robbing you of your peace of mind. FOR RELATIONSHIPS: I developed the program "A World Class Love: Building the Relationship of Your Dreams" to teach couples how to stop fighting, improve their communication skills and re-kindle their love. When we work together, I will guide you through this step by step process to help you build the relationship of your dreams.
My client population is adults and older adults with depression, anxiety, and trauma with various diagnoses.
My name is David Rosenblatt, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Chicago Illinois and working with clients in the Chicagoland area both in person and telehealth. I work with adults and older adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Narrative to help my clients feel better about themselves and function better.
My client population is adults and older adults with depression, anxiety, and trauma with various diagnoses.
My name is David Rosenblatt, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Chicago Illinois and working with clients in the Chicagoland area both in person and telehealth. I work with adults and older adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Narrative to help my clients feel better about themselves and function better.
Morgan Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dekalb, IL 60115
I received a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor for seven years. I enjoy working with children and adolescents ages 5-18, adults and families experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, mood concerns, trauma, grief/loss, life transitions, and issues with self-esteem. I also have experience working with individuals diagnosed with ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum. I believe in understanding and treating the whole person and creating an open, safe and empathic space to explore and work toward the changes you desire.
I received a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor for seven years. I enjoy working with children and adolescents ages 5-18, adults and families experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, mood concerns, trauma, grief/loss, life transitions, and issues with self-esteem. I also have experience working with individuals diagnosed with ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum. I believe in understanding and treating the whole person and creating an open, safe and empathic space to explore and work toward the changes you desire.
Debra K Hirschberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dekalb, IL 60115
We have expertise in helping those with Depression, Anxiety, Abuse recovery, marital/family conflict, Self-Injury, ADD and Autism Spectrum disorders.
Don't let your life or your relationships spiral out of control any longer. If you feel like you don't have a voice or are struggling with life or relationships we can help. We at Hope Reins are committed to helping you experience hope again, a sense of purpose and real change. We work with individuals, couples, children, teens and families who are struggling with trust, depression, anxiety, relationship and other problems. If you have not found help with traditional therapy, we offer fun, adventurous and creative alternative therapies such as horse and art therapy.
We have expertise in helping those with Depression, Anxiety, Abuse recovery, marital/family conflict, Self-Injury, ADD and Autism Spectrum disorders.
Don't let your life or your relationships spiral out of control any longer. If you feel like you don't have a voice or are struggling with life or relationships we can help. We at Hope Reins are committed to helping you experience hope again, a sense of purpose and real change. We work with individuals, couples, children, teens and families who are struggling with trust, depression, anxiety, relationship and other problems. If you have not found help with traditional therapy, we offer fun, adventurous and creative alternative therapies such as horse and art therapy.
I specialize in helping clients overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, emotional pain, and relationship issues.
Making the choice to seek counseling is a complicated and daunting decision, but it is worth it. Throughout therapy with me, I will aid you in finding a peaceful balance within your life once again or for the first time. Sessions with me take place in a non-judgmental & empathic environment. I specialize in adolescents & young adults who sometimes feel lost or unheard. I see adult clients as well.
I specialize in helping clients overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, emotional pain, and relationship issues.
Making the choice to seek counseling is a complicated and daunting decision, but it is worth it. Throughout therapy with me, I will aid you in finding a peaceful balance within your life once again or for the first time. Sessions with me take place in a non-judgmental & empathic environment. I specialize in adolescents & young adults who sometimes feel lost or unheard. I see adult clients as well.
Jennifer Salmon
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Dekalb, IL 60115 (Online Only)
I have experience treating individuals experiencing anxiety and depression.
Hello, I'm Jennifer. Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety or sadness? Do you feel like no matter what you do you cannot change your unhealthy thinking? It is time for a change. I have been practicing for 15 years in multiple settings including colleges and mental health centers. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from a religious institution where I learned to integrate my counseling philosophy with my faith.
I have experience treating individuals experiencing anxiety and depression.
Hello, I'm Jennifer. Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety or sadness? Do you feel like no matter what you do you cannot change your unhealthy thinking? It is time for a change. I have been practicing for 15 years in multiple settings including colleges and mental health centers. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from a religious institution where I learned to integrate my counseling philosophy with my faith.
I have experience working with a wide range of different diagnoses including; Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder, and ASPD. I work with clients from ages 12 and up. I have helped clients manage major life transitions, relationship problems, grief and loss, and other life challenges. I use a multicultural lens when working with each client. I see each client as an expert of their lived experience. For me, therapy as a collaborative process in which I help clients achieve their own goals.
I have experience working with a wide range of different diagnoses including; Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder, and ASPD. I work with clients from ages 12 and up. I have helped clients manage major life transitions, relationship problems, grief and loss, and other life challenges. I use a multicultural lens when working with each client. I see each client as an expert of their lived experience. For me, therapy as a collaborative process in which I help clients achieve their own goals.
I have over 20 years of experience working with adults who are presenting with various life concerns including depression, challenging transitions, difficulty understanding and expressing emotions, infertility, parenthood, and relationship concerns. I enjoy working with all adults and have extensive experience with college students and helping them navigate all that comes with college life. I also have experience working with caregivers of children and young adults who identify as neurodiverse or have special needs as I understand the stress, exhaustion, love, and rewards that are abundant in these families.
I have over 20 years of experience working with adults who are presenting with various life concerns including depression, challenging transitions, difficulty understanding and expressing emotions, infertility, parenthood, and relationship concerns. I enjoy working with all adults and have extensive experience with college students and helping them navigate all that comes with college life. I also have experience working with caregivers of children and young adults who identify as neurodiverse or have special needs as I understand the stress, exhaustion, love, and rewards that are abundant in these families.
Lakisha Hale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dekalb, IL 60115
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes life can be extremely overwhelming, making even the simplest of tasks feel impossible to accomplish. I have extensive experience in helping my clients work through a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, poor self-esteem, stress management, and suicidal ideations/behaviors. I believe my clients are the experts on their own lives and my role is to help support, guide, and empower my clients to make positive changes and accomplish their goals. I focus on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space in which my clients can feel comfortable speaking about their personal experiences and challenges.
Sometimes life can be extremely overwhelming, making even the simplest of tasks feel impossible to accomplish. I have extensive experience in helping my clients work through a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, poor self-esteem, stress management, and suicidal ideations/behaviors. I believe my clients are the experts on their own lives and my role is to help support, guide, and empower my clients to make positive changes and accomplish their goals. I focus on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space in which my clients can feel comfortable speaking about their personal experiences and challenges.
Life can be full of challenges. One thing we have in common as human beings is that we all struggle in some way. Yet, when we struggle, it can feel like a very isolating experience. I am here to tell you that you don’t have to do it alone. I work with adults 18 and over. I treat a variety of concerns including: depression, generalized anxiety, grief, health anxiety, OCD, self-esteem issues, and social anxiety. I collaborate with clients to identify their goals and increase self-awareness. My goal is to empower clients to manage life's problems while increasing feelings of hope, peace, and joy.
Life can be full of challenges. One thing we have in common as human beings is that we all struggle in some way. Yet, when we struggle, it can feel like a very isolating experience. I am here to tell you that you don’t have to do it alone. I work with adults 18 and over. I treat a variety of concerns including: depression, generalized anxiety, grief, health anxiety, OCD, self-esteem issues, and social anxiety. I collaborate with clients to identify their goals and increase self-awareness. My goal is to empower clients to manage life's problems while increasing feelings of hope, peace, and joy.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I understand that each person has a different story and many complexities that make them who they are. My clinical approach includes examining a person’s life from a systems perspective to identify all the factors influencing the individual. My clinical experience has included treating children, adolescents, young adults, and families who are experiencing behavioral issues or symptoms of ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma and life stressors.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I understand that each person has a different story and many complexities that make them who they are. My clinical approach includes examining a person’s life from a systems perspective to identify all the factors influencing the individual. My clinical experience has included treating children, adolescents, young adults, and families who are experiencing behavioral issues or symptoms of ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma and life stressors.
Stephanie Shelton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, CADC, RYT
Verified Verified
Sycamore, IL 60178 (Online Only)
I am now accepting new clients! As a therapist, I specialize in addiction and trauma therapy, employing trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). With empathy and expertise, I address depression, anxiety, and related issues, tailoring treatment to individual needs. Experienced with adolescents and middle-aged adults, I welcome clients at various life stages.
I am now accepting new clients! As a therapist, I specialize in addiction and trauma therapy, employing trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). With empathy and expertise, I address depression, anxiety, and related issues, tailoring treatment to individual needs. Experienced with adolescents and middle-aged adults, I welcome clients at various life stages.
Therapy is a place where you can be open and honest about yourself and have no judgment about who you are. We all need to be willing to ask for help when needed. I feel therapy can help a variety of people and I look to work with clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I also look to help clients who deal with a variety of other challenges such as issues at home or challenges in school.
Therapy is a place where you can be open and honest about yourself and have no judgment about who you are. We all need to be willing to ask for help when needed. I feel therapy can help a variety of people and I look to work with clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I also look to help clients who deal with a variety of other challenges such as issues at home or challenges in school.
Jamie Lynn Henrikson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Dekalb, IL 60115
I have helped people with many common challenges such as trauma, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, depression, communication issues, and more.
In life, when we deal with difficult relationships or toxic situations, it causes negative symptoms and stress in ourselves. Carrying this burden is stressful and unnecessary. Often, these symptoms can become permanent habits that are difficult to change. My role is to help you unload stress and replace this with helpful and healing tools, permanently. My approach involves helping you understand ways of maintaining life balance and living a fulfilling life.
I have helped people with many common challenges such as trauma, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, depression, communication issues, and more.
In life, when we deal with difficult relationships or toxic situations, it causes negative symptoms and stress in ourselves. Carrying this burden is stressful and unnecessary. Often, these symptoms can become permanent habits that are difficult to change. My role is to help you unload stress and replace this with helpful and healing tools, permanently. My approach involves helping you understand ways of maintaining life balance and living a fulfilling life.
I am looking forward to working with you. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, self harm, and eating disorders. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am sensitive to individuals with an extensive history from childhood trauma and sexual abuse. Depression and anxiety can plague many of us, however psychotherapy treatment is needed for those of us who need more support. I am here for you, your friend, family member, or loved one.
I am looking forward to working with you. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, self harm, and eating disorders. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am sensitive to individuals with an extensive history from childhood trauma and sexual abuse. Depression and anxiety can plague many of us, however psychotherapy treatment is needed for those of us who need more support. I am here for you, your friend, family member, or loved one.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.