Spirituality Therapists in Crystal Lake, IL

Whether you’re seeking therapy due to dissatisfaction regarding a specific issue in your life or just trying to find peace in the midst of world events, I strive to help clients develop self-compassion, resilience, healing and greater happiness. While suffering is a normal part of being human, therapy provides a safe space to explore our response to internal and external stresses and develop a greater sense of peace, meaning, and fulfillment. In addition to genuine concern and empathy, clients have mentioned my 'particular blend of pragmatism and humor' as helpful in establishing a collaborative therapeutic relationship.

Are you feeling that issues in your life are too stressful or painful to cope with on your own? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, guilt, anger (your own or some else's), mood swings, trauma (rape, combat, incest, other) OCD, relationship issues, or other emotional difficulties. Maybe you are wondering about your purpose in life or struggling with your spirituality. You might feel you are alone in your suffering. I am a Clinical Psychologist dedicated to providing a compassionate and respectful environment where you can explore these and other life issues that are causing you distress.

Welcome! I believe that one of the essential ingredients of change and transformative psychotherapy is the relationship between the individual and the therapist. Feeling understood and comfortable not only helps reduce one's symptoms, encouraging self-acceptance, but also leads toward deeper work which promotes lasting change and a deeper experience of one's unique self.

Hello, I'm an LCSW with over 29 years of experience. I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples. Issues I have experience and knowledge in are depression/anxiety, substance use issues, relationship issues - committed intimate relationships and extended family, adversity in childhood that leads to trauma response in emotional processing, ADHD, LGBTQ issues, working with individuals who lack clarity in purpose and how to move forward, grief/loss, and anger management. I utilize effective clinical tools to help individuals and couples and also incorporate healthy spirituality in my counseling practice.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Illinois. I received my doctoral degree in clinical psychology at Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. I have worked with clients of all ages and have extensive experience treating those with mood disorders and those who have experienced trauma. My approach is fundamentally humanistic. Through my own life experience and work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has proven to bring about great resolve. I believe the therapeutic relationship to be of the utmost importance. A "Good fit" is ideal and should be sought as well as treatment tailored to an individuals needs.

At Hope & Healing Psychotherapy, we are happy to offer in-depth psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan. Not only do we provide empirically supported interventions such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), but we’re pleased to offer specialized treatment for trauma and sensory issues, such as the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), and EMDR. We support an integrative healing process that may include your spirituality, mindfulness, body work, yoga, nutrition, breath work, psychopharmacology, and connecting with the natural world.

Am I the right therapist for you? My clients are relatively high functioning, but feeling stuck or facing common challenges involving relationships, life transitions or existential issues of meaning/purpose. I work best with motivated clients who are ready to do the hard work that's necessary for lasting change. I've witnessed awe-inspiring change in clients, which is what continues to motivate me, and I have seen how my 60+ years of life experience and hard-earned wisdom have helped my clients. I'm passionate about my work and approach it with a high level of professionalism, but I also don't hesitate to inject a bit of humor.

Are you struggling with emotions, anxiety or stress in your life? Are you having difficulty balancing work, relationships, and your purpose in life? Is your marriage under stress? Have you lost faith? I am here to help you make the changes to bring hope and happiness again and to cope with the challenges in your life. Life is hard. But you don't have to go at it alone. For over twenty years I have come alongside adults, couples and families to address those issues challenging you including depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and life transitions. I would love to come alongside you to find meaning and purpose again in your life.

At Within Holistic Counseling, we believe in getting to the root of the problem. Traditional talk therapy has been proven highly effective, so we combine this with meditation based therapy and somatic psychology to make it even better. To create lasting change in your life, you need to understand where your feelings are coming from. We are clinically trained in psychological techniques as well as, having specialized training in mindfulness meditation and the ability to create a holistic framework that will assist you in getting to the root of your patterns to heal and change them. Your work will be tailored individually for you.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) offers a non-pathologizing mental health approach, welcoming and integrating all parts for holistic healing. In addition to clients with trauma, I specialize in ethically non-monogamous adults. I address internal conflicts, societal stigma, and emotional challenges. Working together in an explorative space, we enhance relationship satisfaction, foster emotional resilience, and guide self-discovery.

I OFFER INPERSON THERAPY SESSION-MASKED AND UNMASKED. While counseling tends to be about serious issues, it is important to me to know my clients on a personal level, not just the struggles they are going through. I like to know how my clients take their coffee, their idiosyncrasies, and which football team makes them yell at the screen on Sunday's. My approach is practical and honest. I value transparency, humor, self-awareness, and genuine exchanges.

It takes courage to reach out for help. We are passionate about our clients and grateful to share in their journey. We meet clients in the valleys and help them walk through pain. We have a strong desire to help with emotional abuse recovery, restoring empowerment, equality, self-respect and self-love; helping clients learn how to set boundaries, to experience emotional safety and growth. There is hope.

Hi there, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's Degree from the University of Illinois Chicago. With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field I am fully committed to my passion of working with adults and couples.

You deserve a safe space where you can openly explore the emotional and reactive issues that are weighing on you. I offer that space with sensitivity, empathy, and understanding. This is crucial for delving into the profound depths of your unique inner world and fostering enhanced self-awareness, which can then serve as your compass for navigating your outer world.

My job, as I see it, is not to fix you, but to help you fix yourself. To do that, I help you find the tools you already have and remind you that - on some deep level - you already know how to use them. My approach is cognitive, because I believe the way we think about our lives helps create them.

I enjoy and have experience in working with individuals, families and couples across the life span. I have extensive practice with ADHD and parent support utilizing a variety of evidence based practices and psychoeducation and training.

Helping children and teens become the best version of themselves is truly my passion! It is extremely important to me that they feel respected, valued, and appreciated. Every single child has a unique story to tell, and the way that I engage with them varies based on their own special needs. Whether they are having difficulty learning school subjects or want to communicate with others more effectively, I thoroughly enjoy finding creative ways to empower, encourage and inspire them. I find it most helpful to first validate their feelings, listen attentively without judgment, and offer comfort to lead towards the path of healing.

I work with adolescents, and adults to navigate the challenges in life that we face to find healing and wholeness. My role as a therapist is to offer support and tools that help you live a life that is more genuine, fulfilling and aligns with your goals and desires for yourself and your family. I practice out of a trauma informed perspective to help you dig in to find true healing.

As a therapist with over 30 years of experience, I work with church staff, corporate executives, teens and adults to improve leadership skills, personal relationships and business performance. Patients & family members currently dealing with the emotional effects of chronic or terminal illness are also a piece of my practice. I provide individual, marital and family counseling. I treat a variety of common emotional and relational difficulties including anxiety, depression and relationship conflict, as well as parent/child issues, and the emotional effects of medical conditions.