Therapists in Dekalb, IL

Allie Wills is a relational, person-centered, and trauma-informed therapist for adults and adolescents. She works from an intersectional, social justice perspective. In therapy, she focuses on providing a safe space and joining you to help you explore who you want to be and how you want to live. She is compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative.

Clayton Crozier is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. He is a graduate of the Eastern Illinois University Clinical Psychology Master's program and has experience working with a variety of populations including individuals spanning from adolescent to geriatric, substance use disorders, college students, couples, families, and older adults with severe mental health struggles. Clayton has worked in a variety of environments including private practice, adult inpatient substance use treatment, university counseling, and in group home settings.

I have experience with treating clients with a variety of diagnoses including Depression, Anxiety Disorder, Bi-polar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Sexuality Issues, Transgender issues, Substance Abuse, Psychosis, Behavioral and Parenting Issues. I've worked in the Behavioral Health Unit of a local hospital for the past several years and have practiced in clinics in urban and rural areas. I have seen clients from a variety of educational backgrounds including higher education such as teachers and professors. At this time, I am seeing patients by telehealth only.

Angela takes an integrative and holistic approach to treatment with her clients - in a warm, inviting, friendly, direct, and at times humorous approach to treatment of the individual's overall wellbeing - with unconditional positive regard. Angela believes therapy is about personal wellness and that everyone can benefit from the process. She places a strong focus on assisting clients to achieve their full potential on their terms with a flexible, eclectic approach to identifying and meeting the individual needs of each person and family.

Are you struggling to manage feelings of anxiety, depression, anger or stress? Are you experiencing increased stressors due to life transitions or relationship concerns? I can help you gain skills to manage your stressors, discover your inner strengths, and support you in making positive changes. I specialize in supporting individuals of all ages struggling with managing distressing emotions, stressful life transitions, and challenging interpersonal relationships.

We are a Group Practice Accepting New Clients! Are you ready for healing & wholeness? My goal is to walk alongside you as you uncover your true potential, heal wounds, and live your most authentic life. I am here to partner with you in creating a safe and supportive space for growth and wellness. I specialize in anxiety, depression, faith-based counseling, pre-martial/martial counseling, life transitions, and identity issues. Every person is special and unique and for that reason I utilize a holistic approach and adapt each counseling relationship to the individual’s personal needs, goals, and aspirations.

Patty specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional and behavioral disorders, relationship issues and adjustment to life transitions.

I enjoy working with all my clients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a myriad of issues. I have a particular expertise and understanding working with trauma issues. I have 15 years of police experience that allows me to better understand the needs of the service professionals (police, fire, nurses, military, etc.) clients and their families and how best to help them in a compassionate and caring way. The needs of these individuals can be unique. From substance abuse and anger control to depression and suicidal ideation, the stressors of these individuals require an understanding and knowledge, which I have.

Empowering Your Journey to Mental Wellness!Clients describe me as a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker on a mission to guide individuals towards healing and growth. Your Journey,Your Needs: I specialize in working with people who are navigating life transitions, managing chronic conditions, coping with trauma, and seeking empowerment in their relationships and personal development. With 6 years of experience, I've supported clients through stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief, and relationship challenges. Together, we will navigate these complexities towards a brighter mental landscape.

Even when life is seemingly going well, our thoughts and feelings can make our days and nights a struggle. Living with mental illness or going through a challenging time can be like there is an ever-looming cloud blocking us from feeling the sun. It is my belief that therapy can help us see and feel the light again. Depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral or personality issues, and abuse & trauma can make us feel like we’re alone and without hope. Therapy can be a place where you don’t have to go through life’s struggles alone and get to learn coping strategies and solutions.

My name is Dr. Mercy Abunaw, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, DNP. As a healthcare provider, I am committed to helping my patients achieve total remission of their symptoms. I am a provider who will listen to you, understand your pain, and offer the best treatment advise, because that is what you deserve. I will assess your symptoms, order lab work if necessary, provide and or confirm your diagnosis, before formulating a treatment plan, be it counseling or medications. I will follow up with you every two weeks to make sure the treatment is effective. If necessary, I will refer you to other specialist. Reach me directly via phone and email.

My work is with men, women and late adolescents in an effort to provide a greater understanding of how one's past has influenced the present and how to make changes for the future. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist I specialize in anxiety disorders, depression and other mood disorders, sexual addiction (I am CSAT), job stress, relational distress, parenting issues and past abuse. I use various treatment methods including Behavioral therapy, CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and certified in the Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP) for trauma of various kinds.

I discover objectively what is the issue, applying the best treatment for abuse, aging, alcohol/substance use, anger, anxiety, attention deficit, autism spectrum disorders, bereavement, cancer, career consultation, coping, criminal charges, custody, delinquency, dementia, depression, divorce, DUI, dyslexia, hyperactivity, hypnosis, individualized education plans, insomnia, job loss, learning disability, lower productivity, neuropsychological exams, panic attacks, parenting, personal injury, personality tests, post automobile accident, relationships, stress, trauma, TBI, underachievement, vocational guidance, workers compensation.

Private Psychotherapist & Consultant, licensed as a clinical professional counselor and learning behavior specialist with 17+ years experience, serving people on the gifted, talented, twice-exceptional (2e), professional, public-figure, straight, LGBTQIA+, anxiety, depressive, bipolar, obsessive, ethically non-monogamous, ADHD, autism, and other neurodivergent spectrums. If you (or someone you love) feel overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, depressed, misunderstood, fed up, sad, etc.—or you simply desire to work with a person who facilitates more optimal functioning and genuine wellbeing—then please call or email to check for an opening.

I love to help any one that comes to our wonderful facility on 14 acre horse ranch that reaches out for help. www.mended-hearts.org

Many of us walk around thinking that we should be happier, that we're missing an inner sense of vitality. Therapy can be a place to better understand the story of your life and think about how it might be different. My role is to help you clarify your inner sources of conflict in the hopes of living a better, more fulfilling life. I have worked with a wide variety of clients across my careers, and I have found that we are all more human than not. I practice from a trauma-informed lens and believe that true healing is always possible.

I am a firm believer that everyone should be given the opportunity to thrive and heal. It is my passion to make mental health services accessible to people of color and underserved individuals. As a psychotherapist of color, I offer racially and culturally informed therapy to help you grow to become the best version of yourself. I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach, with assisting and supporting you to be the author of your own life. I have five plus years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and older adults in various settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, and nonprofit.

My expertise is working with adults who need support in overcoming challenges that have become overwhelming to deal with on their own. I have been working in the field for over 13 years and during that time have worked in a variety of settings including residential, homeless shelters, jail, intensive outreach, therapy, and internationally. I've been blessed to work with people as they go through suffering to become at peace and able to accept themselves within the changes that can be made in their circumstances. I work from a strength-based approach that focuses on instilling hope and belief that change is possible.