Trauma Focused Therapists in Downers Grove, IL
Shareny Baba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downers Grove, IL 60515
As a dedicated bilingual Therapist, I offer sessions with a unique blend of cultural sensitivity and diverse therapeutic approaches. My primary approach is person-centered, meaning you are the center of your therapeutic journey. Language should never be a barrier to seeking help. Therefore, I provide therapy sessions in the language you feel most comfortable expressing yourself, whether that is English, Spanish, or Spanglish. My passion is to assist clients in exploring and building upon their strengths. Together we can create a safe, non-judgmental, confidential, and supportive environment.
As a dedicated bilingual Therapist, I offer sessions with a unique blend of cultural sensitivity and diverse therapeutic approaches. My primary approach is person-centered, meaning you are the center of your therapeutic journey. Language should never be a barrier to seeking help. Therefore, I provide therapy sessions in the language you feel most comfortable expressing yourself, whether that is English, Spanish, or Spanglish. My passion is to assist clients in exploring and building upon their strengths. Together we can create a safe, non-judgmental, confidential, and supportive environment.
I offer individual and family sessions for concerns such as trauma, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, ADHD, Autism, family and relationship conflict, and grief/loss.
I offer individual and family sessions for concerns such as trauma, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, ADHD, Autism, family and relationship conflict, and grief/loss.
Anna D'Alessandro Rangel
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downers Grove, IL 60515
I am trained in EMDR, Gottman Level 1 for couple’s work, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I have dedicated my practice to working with first responders, veterans, and trauma. I am open to seeing clients aged 18- 64 years old. As a client- centered therapist, I utilize EMDR, strengths- based cognitive behavioral therapy, solution- focused therapy, and mindfulness as my main methods of therapy.
I am trained in EMDR, Gottman Level 1 for couple’s work, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I have dedicated my practice to working with first responders, veterans, and trauma. I am open to seeing clients aged 18- 64 years old. As a client- centered therapist, I utilize EMDR, strengths- based cognitive behavioral therapy, solution- focused therapy, and mindfulness as my main methods of therapy.
I am a trauma focused therapist and have over 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults. I operate from a holistic and not a medical model and have experience with depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and helping with managing narcissistic abuse.
I am a trauma focused therapist and have over 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults. I operate from a holistic and not a medical model and have experience with depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and helping with managing narcissistic abuse.
Irene Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downers Grove, IL 60516
I have extensive experience and expertise in understanding the intricacies of trauma and its impact on mental and physical well-being. My approach integrates trauma-focused, mindfulness, attachment-based, holistic, energy, and somatic modalities. I am direct in my approach and work best with individuals who are ready for change. My specialties include: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex-PTSD, LGBTQ+ related Traumas and Challenges, Anxiety, Depression, Navigating Toxic Relationships and Healing from Abusive Relationships
I have extensive experience and expertise in understanding the intricacies of trauma and its impact on mental and physical well-being. My approach integrates trauma-focused, mindfulness, attachment-based, holistic, energy, and somatic modalities. I am direct in my approach and work best with individuals who are ready for change. My specialties include: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex-PTSD, LGBTQ+ related Traumas and Challenges, Anxiety, Depression, Navigating Toxic Relationships and Healing from Abusive Relationships
Patti B. Lorenzo
Counselor, LCPC, CSFP, CCTP
Verified Verified
Downers Grove, IL 60515 (Online Only)
Healing is an empowering journey—it’s about reclaiming your power and harnessing it to become the highest version of yourself. For me, this process is not about rejecting past experiences but about learning to be in control of how trauma manifests in your life. My goal is to help clients transcend what no longer serves them, moving beyond survival to a place of growth, resilience, and self-mastery.
Healing is an empowering journey—it’s about reclaiming your power and harnessing it to become the highest version of yourself. For me, this process is not about rejecting past experiences but about learning to be in control of how trauma manifests in your life. My goal is to help clients transcend what no longer serves them, moving beyond survival to a place of growth, resilience, and self-mastery.
Beth L Emmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downers Grove, IL 60515
I draw from evidence based treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapies, trauma focused therapies, and Radically Open DBT (RODBT) to help you find balance and emotional well being.
I specialize in helping older teens, young adults, and young professionals struggling with perfectionism and anxiety. If you are "successful" but unhappy, feel unsure of your path in life or are struggling with having healthy relationships, I can help. Through our work you will learn to identify your own values and personal goals, set reasonable expectations for yourself, set limits with those around you, manage intense emotions, and create the relationships you want.
I draw from evidence based treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapies, trauma focused therapies, and Radically Open DBT (RODBT) to help you find balance and emotional well being.
I specialize in helping older teens, young adults, and young professionals struggling with perfectionism and anxiety. If you are "successful" but unhappy, feel unsure of your path in life or are struggling with having healthy relationships, I can help. Through our work you will learn to identify your own values and personal goals, set reasonable expectations for yourself, set limits with those around you, manage intense emotions, and create the relationships you want.
Dawn Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Downers Grove, IL 60515 (Online Only)
All work starts with a supportive and trusting relationship to best understand and support your goals. Everyone is unique, so I incorporate various methods into our work, including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused therapy and narrative therapy.
All work starts with a supportive and trusting relationship to best understand and support your goals. Everyone is unique, so I incorporate various methods into our work, including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused therapy and narrative therapy.
Dana L. Hall
Counselor, MA, LCPC, DBT, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Downers Grove, IL 60515 (Online Only)
Dana holds advanced certifications in TF-CBT ( Trauma Focused Therapy), DBT, and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional.
Do you often feel burdened by anxiety or depression? If managing these overwhelming emotions feels challenging, know that you are not alone. You don't have to struggle on your own to "figure things out." Together, we can develop strategies to address the causes of these challenges and build coping mechanisms that restore your quality of life. You'll have a partner in this process. *Accepting telehealth clients.
Dana holds advanced certifications in TF-CBT ( Trauma Focused Therapy), DBT, and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional.
Do you often feel burdened by anxiety or depression? If managing these overwhelming emotions feels challenging, know that you are not alone. You don't have to struggle on your own to "figure things out." Together, we can develop strategies to address the causes of these challenges and build coping mechanisms that restore your quality of life. You'll have a partner in this process. *Accepting telehealth clients.
Olivia O'Hare
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downers Grove, IL 60515
When we begin working together, I aim to develop a strong therapeutic relationship focused on collaboration to support you reaching your goals. I use cognitive behavioral strategies such as thought reframing, challenging perceptions, establishing healthy communication and boundaries, self-awareness, and forming healthy relationships with ourselves and others. Therapy is a difficult yet rewarding process and my goal is to be there for you to listen, support, validate, and offer guidance, while offering tools for you to live happy and authentically. I look forward to working with you!
When we begin working together, I aim to develop a strong therapeutic relationship focused on collaboration to support you reaching your goals. I use cognitive behavioral strategies such as thought reframing, challenging perceptions, establishing healthy communication and boundaries, self-awareness, and forming healthy relationships with ourselves and others. Therapy is a difficult yet rewarding process and my goal is to be there for you to listen, support, validate, and offer guidance, while offering tools for you to live happy and authentically. I look forward to working with you!
Tamakisha is passionate about being of service to others. She makes it her business to meet her clients where they are and work as a team to accomplish their therapeutic goals.
Tamakisha is passionate about being of service to others. She makes it her business to meet her clients where they are and work as a team to accomplish their therapeutic goals.
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Lucy Hoffman, LCSW, offers specialized care for trauma survivors, addressing various forms of abuse, neglect, and relational trauma. In addition to trauma-informed care, Lucy specializes in addressing anxiety and panic disorders. She provides a nurturing environment for adolescents and adults coping with school or work-related stress, life transitions, depression, grief, relationship concerns and other mental health challenges. As a full-time psychotherapist and parent herself, Lucy can understand the high demands that result from every day stressors and wants to help you achieve a sustainable sense of stability in life.
Lucy Hoffman, LCSW, offers specialized care for trauma survivors, addressing various forms of abuse, neglect, and relational trauma. In addition to trauma-informed care, Lucy specializes in addressing anxiety and panic disorders. She provides a nurturing environment for adolescents and adults coping with school or work-related stress, life transitions, depression, grief, relationship concerns and other mental health challenges. As a full-time psychotherapist and parent herself, Lucy can understand the high demands that result from every day stressors and wants to help you achieve a sustainable sense of stability in life.
Our experience enables us to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples.
Our experience enables us to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples.
Do you want to feel better? Do you want to make changes in your life, and you just don't know where to start? Having someone to talk to and problem solve with can make a big difference and be a huge stress relief. If you are ready to make that step and do something different, then I am here to help.
Do you want to feel better? Do you want to make changes in your life, and you just don't know where to start? Having someone to talk to and problem solve with can make a big difference and be a huge stress relief. If you are ready to make that step and do something different, then I am here to help.
Taking the first step towards therapy can be difficult but also necessary. I am here to make that process a little bit easier & more comfortable. I recognize that each individual is unique and it's important to meet each client where they are on their journey of healing, by recognizing & understanding their reasons for coming to therapy. Whether it be difficulties with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, body image concerns, eating disorders, trauma, grief, life transitions, etc. I’m here to help support you as you navigate these concerns. My hope is that you leave therapy with the growth and tools that you are looking for.
Taking the first step towards therapy can be difficult but also necessary. I am here to make that process a little bit easier & more comfortable. I recognize that each individual is unique and it's important to meet each client where they are on their journey of healing, by recognizing & understanding their reasons for coming to therapy. Whether it be difficulties with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, body image concerns, eating disorders, trauma, grief, life transitions, etc. I’m here to help support you as you navigate these concerns. My hope is that you leave therapy with the growth and tools that you are looking for.
I work with a multitude of clients to identify and express their emotions in a healthy manner, teaching them various coping skills. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have worked with those suffering from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief and loss, addiction and those having a hard time finding themselves. I believe in the importance of building rapport using empathy and compassion to reach clients of all ages.
I work with a multitude of clients to identify and express their emotions in a healthy manner, teaching them various coping skills. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have worked with those suffering from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief and loss, addiction and those having a hard time finding themselves. I believe in the importance of building rapport using empathy and compassion to reach clients of all ages.
Tabitha Jirsa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downers Grove, IL 60515 (Online Only)
Your inner critic says things like "Why can't you just stop doing this to yourself? You know this is all your fault." It also slides in with comments like "Why even bother....you're never going to be good enough anyway." and "Look at yourself. Why would anyone want to be with someone like you?" Sometimes you want to scream, and other times you just want to cry. Often, you find yourself missing out on friendships and social events because they don't fit in with your latest eating plan, or you're too down on yourself to be around anyone else. You find yourself feeling angry, lonely, and, sometimes, scared. It's not who you want to be.
Your inner critic says things like "Why can't you just stop doing this to yourself? You know this is all your fault." It also slides in with comments like "Why even bother....you're never going to be good enough anyway." and "Look at yourself. Why would anyone want to be with someone like you?" Sometimes you want to scream, and other times you just want to cry. Often, you find yourself missing out on friendships and social events because they don't fit in with your latest eating plan, or you're too down on yourself to be around anyone else. You find yourself feeling angry, lonely, and, sometimes, scared. It's not who you want to be.
Burned out and overwhelmed from taking care of everyone around you? It's a familiar story to many women, particularly if your job already involves keeping everyone else happy and well (here's looking at you, doctors, nurses, teachers, and moms!). You may find yourself feeling depressed, overthinking things, and never quite sure what "self care" means. That makes sense, with so much on your plate! In a perfect world, you'd be able to manage all of The Everything, maintain great relationships, and still find time for yourself. But, things are feeling far from perfect. And that's what brings you here.
Burned out and overwhelmed from taking care of everyone around you? It's a familiar story to many women, particularly if your job already involves keeping everyone else happy and well (here's looking at you, doctors, nurses, teachers, and moms!). You may find yourself feeling depressed, overthinking things, and never quite sure what "self care" means. That makes sense, with so much on your plate! In a perfect world, you'd be able to manage all of The Everything, maintain great relationships, and still find time for yourself. But, things are feeling far from perfect. And that's what brings you here.
Kanisha M Rodriguez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downers Grove, IL 60515
My goal as a clinician is to provide a safe space for clients. Where clients can challenge themselves to new experiences, perspectives, and ideas to grow in a safe environment. To understand that it’s okay to not be okay sometimes and it is all about how we recover from those setbacks in life.
My goal as a clinician is to provide a safe space for clients. Where clients can challenge themselves to new experiences, perspectives, and ideas to grow in a safe environment. To understand that it’s okay to not be okay sometimes and it is all about how we recover from those setbacks in life.
Joel Tornquist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Waitlist for new clients
Your healing and restoration are my priority. My passion is the empowerment of others within their lives. I believe the counseling relationship is sacred, and through it, individuals experience growth by gaining self-awareness regarding the strengths they hold within. It is a privilege to work alongside individuals who desire growth, along with healing and restoration within themselves. My role is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to empower individuals as they write their own stories, tailoring my therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
Your healing and restoration are my priority. My passion is the empowerment of others within their lives. I believe the counseling relationship is sacred, and through it, individuals experience growth by gaining self-awareness regarding the strengths they hold within. It is a privilege to work alongside individuals who desire growth, along with healing and restoration within themselves. My role is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to empower individuals as they write their own stories, tailoring my therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
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