Female Therapists in Deer Park, IL
Hi! My name is Jessica Surges and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I tend to use patient and solution-focused CBT modalities to help my clients overcome obstacles and manage everyday life stress. I have found that all people, despite our differences, experience some form of stress or anxiety at some point in life. It could stem from grief and loss, trauma, pivotal life changes, questioning decisions, or just feeling overwhelmed, depressed, and burnt out. I am confident in my ability to unpack and address these issues to help my clients lead happy and fulfilled lives.
Hi! My name is Jessica Surges and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I tend to use patient and solution-focused CBT modalities to help my clients overcome obstacles and manage everyday life stress. I have found that all people, despite our differences, experience some form of stress or anxiety at some point in life. It could stem from grief and loss, trauma, pivotal life changes, questioning decisions, or just feeling overwhelmed, depressed, and burnt out. I am confident in my ability to unpack and address these issues to help my clients lead happy and fulfilled lives.
April Moua
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Deer Park, IL 60010 (Online Only)
In order to see success in therapy, my client will need to show up, share, and put in some work. We will learn together to discover what your therapeutic needs are and strategize ways to improve your mental and emotional health.
In order to see success in therapy, my client will need to show up, share, and put in some work. We will learn together to discover what your therapeutic needs are and strategize ways to improve your mental and emotional health.
Brianna 'brie' Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Deer Park, IL 60010 (Online Only)
My name is Brie Davis I am an LCSW (Licensed in FL, IL & CT) with specialty training in perinatal mental health. I am a mom to children on earth and in the stars. I love supporting mothers adjusting to parenthood, those experiencing postpartum mood disorders and those with current or past history of any pregnancy or infant loss.
My name is Brie Davis I am an LCSW (Licensed in FL, IL & CT) with specialty training in perinatal mental health. I am a mom to children on earth and in the stars. I love supporting mothers adjusting to parenthood, those experiencing postpartum mood disorders and those with current or past history of any pregnancy or infant loss.
Currently accepting new clients. There are many issues that impact and pull at us in life. It can come in the form of pressures from the outside world, the inner criticisms we feel, or trauma and stress we have experienced. Some may have felt they’ve lost connections within themselves because of the chaos and devastation that life sometimes brings. All these factors can play a role in making someone feel unbalanced.
Currently accepting new clients. There are many issues that impact and pull at us in life. It can come in the form of pressures from the outside world, the inner criticisms we feel, or trauma and stress we have experienced. Some may have felt they’ve lost connections within themselves because of the chaos and devastation that life sometimes brings. All these factors can play a role in making someone feel unbalanced.
Liana Gerdov Psy.d.
Psychologist, Anxiety, Trauma, CHT, Hypno, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Deer Park, IL 60010
Healing is a circular & cyclical journey with many paths, choices, & discoveries. We meet you where you are today, acknowledge that you are ever-changing, ever evolving. We know how hard it is to ask for help…to embrace, hold, and make space for change…we know how challenging it is to have a dissolution of self, or a version of yourself that no longer fits. Together, we uncover & compost outdated & stifling beliefs, unrealistic expectations or goals, let go of worries & fears, discover self-sabotage, burrow through behaviors & deeply hidden feelings & emotions that keep us stuck, fearful, unable to step into empowered selves.
Healing is a circular & cyclical journey with many paths, choices, & discoveries. We meet you where you are today, acknowledge that you are ever-changing, ever evolving. We know how hard it is to ask for help…to embrace, hold, and make space for change…we know how challenging it is to have a dissolution of self, or a version of yourself that no longer fits. Together, we uncover & compost outdated & stifling beliefs, unrealistic expectations or goals, let go of worries & fears, discover self-sabotage, burrow through behaviors & deeply hidden feelings & emotions that keep us stuck, fearful, unable to step into empowered selves.
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Rachel M. Menge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrington, IL 60010
I specialize in women's mental health. I work primarily with women who trying to conceive, expecting, or in the early years of parenting on a wide range of issues including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, processing traumatic birthing experiences, and general adjustment to being a parent. I also work quite often with young adults who are transitioning to life on their own, persons recovering from psychological trauma, and persons experiencing more general anxiety, depression, or OCD symptoms.
I specialize in women's mental health. I work primarily with women who trying to conceive, expecting, or in the early years of parenting on a wide range of issues including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, processing traumatic birthing experiences, and general adjustment to being a parent. I also work quite often with young adults who are transitioning to life on their own, persons recovering from psychological trauma, and persons experiencing more general anxiety, depression, or OCD symptoms.
Chelsea Domanico
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Palatine, IL 60067 (Online Only)
Chelsea has experience working with a diverse population of individuals. She has spent many years working with adolescents and families, and her areas of focus include: perinatal (pregnancy-postpartum), trauma, problem sexual behavior in youth, delinquent/high-risk behavior in youth, anger, anxiety, depression, parenting, self-esteem, gender and sexual identity, relational/family problems, and communication. Chelsea specializes in supporting individuals navigating transitional phases of life and promoting self-discovery. Chelsea recognizes the impact trauma has on an individual and relies on trauma informed approaches.
Chelsea has experience working with a diverse population of individuals. She has spent many years working with adolescents and families, and her areas of focus include: perinatal (pregnancy-postpartum), trauma, problem sexual behavior in youth, delinquent/high-risk behavior in youth, anger, anxiety, depression, parenting, self-esteem, gender and sexual identity, relational/family problems, and communication. Chelsea specializes in supporting individuals navigating transitional phases of life and promoting self-discovery. Chelsea recognizes the impact trauma has on an individual and relies on trauma informed approaches.
Nicole E Miller
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Palatine, IL 60067
A successful therapeutic relationship is based on trust, teamwork, compassion and empathy. I work attentively with couples or individuals in realizing their potential for positive change, and to help empower them to meet their therapeutic goals. I am comfortable using a variety of interventions that is tailored to meet each client's specific needs.
A successful therapeutic relationship is based on trust, teamwork, compassion and empathy. I work attentively with couples or individuals in realizing their potential for positive change, and to help empower them to meet their therapeutic goals. I am comfortable using a variety of interventions that is tailored to meet each client's specific needs.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, frustrated and uncertain are common human experiences that can leave you disconnected from your best self. I help my clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be by understanding their priorities through a collaborative identification of barriers, fears, and hopes. We design a treatment plan to develop insight about how internal thoughts and belief systems evolve from unique life experiences and influence current interactions and behaviors. Effective strategies to cope with limitations are then built upon a foundation of self-awareness.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, frustrated and uncertain are common human experiences that can leave you disconnected from your best self. I help my clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be by understanding their priorities through a collaborative identification of barriers, fears, and hopes. We design a treatment plan to develop insight about how internal thoughts and belief systems evolve from unique life experiences and influence current interactions and behaviors. Effective strategies to cope with limitations are then built upon a foundation of self-awareness.
I believe that every individual is born with a purpose and a plan. Yet, we are shaped by circumstances and events that create unhealthy and harmful patterns in our minds. Therefore, all of us need help to grow, to change, to reach a higher life-calling. I know this because I have been where you are at and I've experienced life-altering change. So, I'm committed to partner with my clients in the counseling process towards a better way of life. Change happens in relationship and relationships matter!
I believe that every individual is born with a purpose and a plan. Yet, we are shaped by circumstances and events that create unhealthy and harmful patterns in our minds. Therefore, all of us need help to grow, to change, to reach a higher life-calling. I know this because I have been where you are at and I've experienced life-altering change. So, I'm committed to partner with my clients in the counseling process towards a better way of life. Change happens in relationship and relationships matter!
Healing is a journey and I strive to provide a pleasant, cozy, and warm environment to feel safe and comfortable as you identify and assess your goals within the therapeutic space. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, low motivation, past trauma, identity concerns, or sexual struggles we can work through them in a empathetic and non-judgmental environment as a team.
Healing is a journey and I strive to provide a pleasant, cozy, and warm environment to feel safe and comfortable as you identify and assess your goals within the therapeutic space. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, low motivation, past trauma, identity concerns, or sexual struggles we can work through them in a empathetic and non-judgmental environment as a team.
Danielle LeVee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palatine, IL 60067
Everyone has times in their life when they need additional support, sometimes the hardest part can be asking for help. I take a client-centered approach, meeting you where you’re at and offering help and support in the ways that work for you personally. I bring a calm manner and balanced perspective to the counseling space to assist clients explore their life experiences, goals, and concerns. I focus on empowering my clients by offering an environment where you can feel safe, supported and have no fear of judgment.
Everyone has times in their life when they need additional support, sometimes the hardest part can be asking for help. I take a client-centered approach, meeting you where you’re at and offering help and support in the ways that work for you personally. I bring a calm manner and balanced perspective to the counseling space to assist clients explore their life experiences, goals, and concerns. I focus on empowering my clients by offering an environment where you can feel safe, supported and have no fear of judgment.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed, not knowing how to feel better? If you're someone who has had a life-changing experience it can seem like the floor is crumbling beneath your feet. You feel like everything is uncertain and as if everyone would judge you if they knew how you really felt or what was going on. You feel alone, frustrated, and confused - stuck and wishing you knew how to move forward.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed, not knowing how to feel better? If you're someone who has had a life-changing experience it can seem like the floor is crumbling beneath your feet. You feel like everything is uncertain and as if everyone would judge you if they knew how you really felt or what was going on. You feel alone, frustrated, and confused - stuck and wishing you knew how to move forward.
I specialize in working with people struggling with symptoms of ADHD, Autism, anxiety, trauma, or navigating through losses and grief. I will take you on a journey of healing, learning practical and lasting coping mechanisms, and overcoming your struggles and insecurities. My goal is to support you in improving your life and becoming the person you aspire to be. I work with individuals and provide couples and family therapy.
I specialize in working with people struggling with symptoms of ADHD, Autism, anxiety, trauma, or navigating through losses and grief. I will take you on a journey of healing, learning practical and lasting coping mechanisms, and overcoming your struggles and insecurities. My goal is to support you in improving your life and becoming the person you aspire to be. I work with individuals and provide couples and family therapy.
A little bit of anxiety might be helpful to motivate you to study for a test, prepare for a work presentation, or make sure everything is locked up before you go away on a trip. However, excessive anxiety can become so difficult to manage that your day is ruled by your symptoms. If you are someone that finds your anxiety interfering with your daily life, I can help you manage your worries so that you can enjoy what actually matters to you.
A little bit of anxiety might be helpful to motivate you to study for a test, prepare for a work presentation, or make sure everything is locked up before you go away on a trip. However, excessive anxiety can become so difficult to manage that your day is ruled by your symptoms. If you are someone that finds your anxiety interfering with your daily life, I can help you manage your worries so that you can enjoy what actually matters to you.
Samantha Elizabeth Peroutka
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palatine, IL 60067
We all deserve support when life gets challenging and finding a good therapist is the first step. I am passionate about helping people make new discoveries that fuel self growth and expression. I strive to create a safe and judgment free space and partnership where we can explore each person’s unique past, present and hopes for the future.
We all deserve support when life gets challenging and finding a good therapist is the first step. I am passionate about helping people make new discoveries that fuel self growth and expression. I strive to create a safe and judgment free space and partnership where we can explore each person’s unique past, present and hopes for the future.
My ideal client is struggling with life and doesn't quite know what they need or how to get there. I love to work with teens, young adults, middle age adults, and older adults. I work well with clients who are looking to build a relationship with their therapist that encompasses all emotions from laughter to tears.
My ideal client is struggling with life and doesn't quite know what they need or how to get there. I love to work with teens, young adults, middle age adults, and older adults. I work well with clients who are looking to build a relationship with their therapist that encompasses all emotions from laughter to tears.
Alex Mihalakakos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrington, IL 60010
I strongly believe that we are all doing the best we can at any time with the tools and experiences we have available to us. In building our therapeutic relationship and throughout our work together, you can expect to feel validated, heard, and challenged as we collaborate to initiate your desired changes. We will work together to create a safe and supportive environment where we can work to set goals, explore areas of challenge, and widen your tool belt.
I strongly believe that we are all doing the best we can at any time with the tools and experiences we have available to us. In building our therapeutic relationship and throughout our work together, you can expect to feel validated, heard, and challenged as we collaborate to initiate your desired changes. We will work together to create a safe and supportive environment where we can work to set goals, explore areas of challenge, and widen your tool belt.
Alyssa Raiche-Salek
Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palatine, IL 60067 (Online Only)
Accepting NEW Clients: You gaze in the mirror and the person looking back at you is not person you expected to see. You have given up practically everything for everybody else. You keep saying yes to others, and you constantly say no to yourself and your own needs. You feel you can’t do it anymore. You cry for help, but nobody bothers to listen. You feel like even those you used to be closest to do not understand what you are going through. You fell down into a dark hole, and no matter what you do, you can’t seem to climb out of it. You are not exactly sure when it happened or how it happened, but you somehow lost yourself.
Accepting NEW Clients: You gaze in the mirror and the person looking back at you is not person you expected to see. You have given up practically everything for everybody else. You keep saying yes to others, and you constantly say no to yourself and your own needs. You feel you can’t do it anymore. You cry for help, but nobody bothers to listen. You feel like even those you used to be closest to do not understand what you are going through. You fell down into a dark hole, and no matter what you do, you can’t seem to climb out of it. You are not exactly sure when it happened or how it happened, but you somehow lost yourself.
Deb McGarvey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, AM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrington, IL 60010
Throughout our lives, every one of us will experience loss and grief, as well as other life events that can bring up challenges and all kinds of feelings. Those feelings, whether they are related to the death of a loved one, loss related to pregnancy or health issues, difficult family dynamics, or any one of a myriad of life changes, are real and valid. My goal is to work together with you to honor your experience while helping you to navigate your situation in a way that feels right for you.
Throughout our lives, every one of us will experience loss and grief, as well as other life events that can bring up challenges and all kinds of feelings. Those feelings, whether they are related to the death of a loved one, loss related to pregnancy or health issues, difficult family dynamics, or any one of a myriad of life changes, are real and valid. My goal is to work together with you to honor your experience while helping you to navigate your situation in a way that feels right for you.
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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.