Eating Disorders Therapists in Elgin, IL
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Christine's areas of expertise include, but are not limited to: Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma, PTSD, Eating Disorders, Marital/Couples Issues, and Adjustment/Life Transitions.
Christine is an experienced therapist who engages clients in the therapeutic process by developing treatment goals based on clients' individual needs. She partners with clients to develop a treatment plan that utilizes the clients' support system which may include their family and other medical providers in order to ensure appropriate treatment goals are set and achieved. Christine enjoys engaging clients in the therapeutic process by giving value to each client's perspective through her client-centered approach. Christine has experience working with adolescents and adults.
Christine's areas of expertise include, but are not limited to: Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma, PTSD, Eating Disorders, Marital/Couples Issues, and Adjustment/Life Transitions.
Christine is an experienced therapist who engages clients in the therapeutic process by developing treatment goals based on clients' individual needs. She partners with clients to develop a treatment plan that utilizes the clients' support system which may include their family and other medical providers in order to ensure appropriate treatment goals are set and achieved. Christine enjoys engaging clients in the therapeutic process by giving value to each client's perspective through her client-centered approach. Christine has experience working with adolescents and adults.
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Kimberly Just
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Elgin, IL 60120 (Online Only)
My name is Kim, and I am an owner and psychotherapist at Peace in Counseling, PLLC, a virtual practice based out of Naperville, IL. I have vast experience working in settings, such as community mental health, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization programs. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, providing both individual, and family therapy. My experience has primarily involved treating depression, mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, women’s issues, life transitions, and ADHD.
My name is Kim, and I am an owner and psychotherapist at Peace in Counseling, PLLC, a virtual practice based out of Naperville, IL. I have vast experience working in settings, such as community mental health, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization programs. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, providing both individual, and family therapy. My experience has primarily involved treating depression, mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, women’s issues, life transitions, and ADHD.
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Training: sexual addiction therapist training through Patrick Carnes (CSAT), eating disorders, marriage and family Issues, EMDR, career counseling including college coaching, experiential therapies, veterans & family issues.
When we experience a life situation that we want to change, sometimes we need support and direction to find a path to making life better! Don't be overwhelmed or discouraged! There is help in a warm and supportive environment...counseling can help renew your hope. I've experience working with a variety of clients ... bring your desire to change. I am committed to helping you on your journey!
Training: sexual addiction therapist training through Patrick Carnes (CSAT), eating disorders, marriage and family Issues, EMDR, career counseling including college coaching, experiential therapies, veterans & family issues.
When we experience a life situation that we want to change, sometimes we need support and direction to find a path to making life better! Don't be overwhelmed or discouraged! There is help in a warm and supportive environment...counseling can help renew your hope. I've experience working with a variety of clients ... bring your desire to change. I am committed to helping you on your journey!
![Photo of Cheryl Renee Runion, MA, LCPC, LSOE, LSOTP, CADC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/54829ee0-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
My expertise is working with military vets & their families, trauma survivors, mood disorders, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, LGBTQ, sexual problematic behaviors & personality disorders.
I have 38 yrs of success working with various diverse populations; focused on using innovative methods to design therapy around individual, family and couples needs & life goals. I am invested in helping my clients overcome personal struggles and succeed in achieving their goals and desired changes. I enjoy working with teens/young adults and their families and are successful in guiding the family system through the tough journey of adolescence and launching into independence. I use new concepts in the M.H. field to adapt therapy to individual client needs as changes in our society create new clinical concerns in our daily lives.
My expertise is working with military vets & their families, trauma survivors, mood disorders, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, LGBTQ, sexual problematic behaviors & personality disorders.
I have 38 yrs of success working with various diverse populations; focused on using innovative methods to design therapy around individual, family and couples needs & life goals. I am invested in helping my clients overcome personal struggles and succeed in achieving their goals and desired changes. I enjoy working with teens/young adults and their families and are successful in guiding the family system through the tough journey of adolescence and launching into independence. I use new concepts in the M.H. field to adapt therapy to individual client needs as changes in our society create new clinical concerns in our daily lives.
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Katherine Schaefer Berg, Ph.D., P.C.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Elgin, IL 60120
Waitlist for new clients
Reaching out for help can be a difficult first step. It takes courage to address challenges in life that seem to keep us stuck. I believe therapy is a process by which one can in a safe and supportive environment face emotional struggles and work toward living a life that is valuable and fulfilling. I work with a variety of concerns including depression, grief and loss, anxiety, self-harm, emotion management, eating disorders, and life transitions such as adjustment to parenthood. I have a unique specialty and interest in treating chronic depression.
Reaching out for help can be a difficult first step. It takes courage to address challenges in life that seem to keep us stuck. I believe therapy is a process by which one can in a safe and supportive environment face emotional struggles and work toward living a life that is valuable and fulfilling. I work with a variety of concerns including depression, grief and loss, anxiety, self-harm, emotion management, eating disorders, and life transitions such as adjustment to parenthood. I have a unique specialty and interest in treating chronic depression.
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Danielle Lozano
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CFTP, NCC
Verified Verified
Elgin, IL 60123
In addition, I have had experience with an array of symptoms relating to anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, substance use, personality disorders, mood dysregulation, various addictions, family/partner conflicts, eating disorders, risking taking/impulsivity, autism, grief, behavioral or emotional regulation, and gender identity or sexuality.
My name is Danielle Lozano and I work hard to be compassionate, warm, and authentic with my clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) that has been recognized by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NCC) and has received a certificate as a Family Trauma Professional (CFTP). I feel that my warm demeanor and openness, aids me in building a strong and healthy therapeutic relationship with my clients. My current therapy style revolves around client's needs and comfort level. Most frequently I utilize the client-centered, psychodynamic, emotionally focused, and cognitive behavioral approaches.
In addition, I have had experience with an array of symptoms relating to anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, substance use, personality disorders, mood dysregulation, various addictions, family/partner conflicts, eating disorders, risking taking/impulsivity, autism, grief, behavioral or emotional regulation, and gender identity or sexuality.
My name is Danielle Lozano and I work hard to be compassionate, warm, and authentic with my clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) that has been recognized by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NCC) and has received a certificate as a Family Trauma Professional (CFTP). I feel that my warm demeanor and openness, aids me in building a strong and healthy therapeutic relationship with my clients. My current therapy style revolves around client's needs and comfort level. Most frequently I utilize the client-centered, psychodynamic, emotionally focused, and cognitive behavioral approaches.
Deborah Horcher-Shramovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elgin, IL 60123
Psychological and emotional upset do not have to dominate your life. Learn to move through your concerns and issues to improve fulfillment in your life. From common every day problems to more serious problems hope is a phone call away. Let's work together to get you back in the driver's seat of life.
Psychological and emotional upset do not have to dominate your life. Learn to move through your concerns and issues to improve fulfillment in your life. From common every day problems to more serious problems hope is a phone call away. Let's work together to get you back in the driver's seat of life.
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Are you open to trying new things to improve your life? I believe you have the ability to find your own solutions if you have a supportive counselor and an environment where you feel safe. We can work together to find your solutions and lasting change. Many of my clients have experienced difficult life transitions, are working through a past or recent trauma, and/or working on building a hopeful and confident future.
Are you open to trying new things to improve your life? I believe you have the ability to find your own solutions if you have a supportive counselor and an environment where you feel safe. We can work together to find your solutions and lasting change. Many of my clients have experienced difficult life transitions, are working through a past or recent trauma, and/or working on building a hopeful and confident future.
![Photo of Richard Kneip - Great Lakes Psychology Group - Elgin, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e55e2445-993a-4b03-bb19-af80689f85cc/1/320x400.jpeg)
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Elgin understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Elgin understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
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Welcome to Resilience therapy. As a licensed psychotherapist, I am here to help YOU craft resilience in your life.
Welcome to Resilience therapy. As a licensed psychotherapist, I am here to help YOU craft resilience in your life.
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Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Rockford understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Rockford understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
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AMB Behavioral Health Prof. Corp.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW, DBTC, PEL
Verified Verified
Elgin, IL 60120
My therapeutic purpose is committed to helping people suffering from everyday life-stressors such as relationship problems, family conflicts, work issues, behavior problems in children and adolescents as well as more complex mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. My goal is to help others find empowerment and self-determination through solutions such as self-care, self-acceptance and effective modalities for change to help resolve problems. My services are aimed at meeting each individual where they are currently at in their process of changing and growing towards self-improvement.
My therapeutic purpose is committed to helping people suffering from everyday life-stressors such as relationship problems, family conflicts, work issues, behavior problems in children and adolescents as well as more complex mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. My goal is to help others find empowerment and self-determination through solutions such as self-care, self-acceptance and effective modalities for change to help resolve problems. My services are aimed at meeting each individual where they are currently at in their process of changing and growing towards self-improvement.
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I strive to build a safe place where you feel welcome to be yourself and share your experiences. I believe that when we truly feel heard and validated that is when change will occur. Therapy is a collaborative process and I am dedicated to guiding you on your journey of wellness. My goal is to meet you where you are at and assist you in building your life worth living. I believe in fostering a safe and secure place through rapport building and allowing you to feel comfortable being yourself within the therapeutic relationship.
I strive to build a safe place where you feel welcome to be yourself and share your experiences. I believe that when we truly feel heard and validated that is when change will occur. Therapy is a collaborative process and I am dedicated to guiding you on your journey of wellness. My goal is to meet you where you are at and assist you in building your life worth living. I believe in fostering a safe and secure place through rapport building and allowing you to feel comfortable being yourself within the therapeutic relationship.
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I believe our primary desire is to form satisfying, balanced relationships. I work from a Developmental, Attachment, Relational perspective and frequently incorporate Trauma & Family Systems Models into my work. I have extensive experience with infants, young children, teens, families & adults. When working with children I strive to work collaboratively with all relevant members in the child's life to understand & treat that child.
I believe our primary desire is to form satisfying, balanced relationships. I work from a Developmental, Attachment, Relational perspective and frequently incorporate Trauma & Family Systems Models into my work. I have extensive experience with infants, young children, teens, families & adults. When working with children I strive to work collaboratively with all relevant members in the child's life to understand & treat that child.
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Vito Alberga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, ACCHT, BCD, EMDR
Verified Verified
Elgin, IL 60123
When life's challenges weigh you down or for those times when you might need a little extra support and guidance, I can help. Sometimes asking for help is not always easy to do, so I offer a free initial consultation. I will work closely with you in forming an effective plan of self empowerment. Together we will help you find and use the tools that you need to live a more fulfilling life.
When life's challenges weigh you down or for those times when you might need a little extra support and guidance, I can help. Sometimes asking for help is not always easy to do, so I offer a free initial consultation. I will work closely with you in forming an effective plan of self empowerment. Together we will help you find and use the tools that you need to live a more fulfilling life.
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Ali Warner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elgin, IL 60123 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am aware that beginning your search for a therapist, can be quite overwhelming. If you are ready for real change in your life and are tired of being stuck in the same routine, same fears, or same unhelpful thought patterns, then we will work very well together. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and life transitions. I use EMDR to help people who have experienced a trauma. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). My style is direct, down to earth and focuses on a collaborative approach.
I am aware that beginning your search for a therapist, can be quite overwhelming. If you are ready for real change in your life and are tired of being stuck in the same routine, same fears, or same unhelpful thought patterns, then we will work very well together. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and life transitions. I use EMDR to help people who have experienced a trauma. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). My style is direct, down to earth and focuses on a collaborative approach.
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I work collaboratively with my clients to expand their insight into all the relevant factors and/or influences that are keeping them from reaching their full potential. These factors often include, but are not limited to; the identified stressor(s) that brought them into therapy; the effectiveness (or lack of effectiveness) of their current coping strategies; the influence past experiences and physical discomfort can have on their decision making and behavior; and increasing his or her awareness of their individual strengths and weakness. Simply put, I systematically help my clients make appropriate changes needed to meet their identified treatment goals.
I work collaboratively with my clients to expand their insight into all the relevant factors and/or influences that are keeping them from reaching their full potential. These factors often include, but are not limited to; the identified stressor(s) that brought them into therapy; the effectiveness (or lack of effectiveness) of their current coping strategies; the influence past experiences and physical discomfort can have on their decision making and behavior; and increasing his or her awareness of their individual strengths and weakness. Simply put, I systematically help my clients make appropriate changes needed to meet their identified treatment goals.
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EPP Advisory Group (Cathryn Perfetti PHD, LCPC)
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elgin, IL 60123
EMPOWERMENT. PURPOSE. PEACE. My ideal client is one that is at least 15 years of age that is ready to make changes in their life in order to maximize their quality of life, personal enjoyment, and find peace. I am here to help you discover your true self and embrace your "New Normal". The utilization of various assessments allows you and I to partner in the development of a customized treatment plan. I am now offering a telehealth/online option using encrypted video conferencing.
EMPOWERMENT. PURPOSE. PEACE. My ideal client is one that is at least 15 years of age that is ready to make changes in their life in order to maximize their quality of life, personal enjoyment, and find peace. I am here to help you discover your true self and embrace your "New Normal". The utilization of various assessments allows you and I to partner in the development of a customized treatment plan. I am now offering a telehealth/online option using encrypted video conferencing.
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Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
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I believe we all need someone to talk to who will listen and accept us. I provide clients with a warm, non-judgmental environment- a safe place to explore real life issues. If you're ready to commit to making positive changes, I encourage you to take the first step. I work with individuals, couples and families of all ages to manage and reduce anxiety, depression, stress and trauma that is interfering with everyday life and relationships.
I believe we all need someone to talk to who will listen and accept us. I provide clients with a warm, non-judgmental environment- a safe place to explore real life issues. If you're ready to commit to making positive changes, I encourage you to take the first step. I work with individuals, couples and families of all ages to manage and reduce anxiety, depression, stress and trauma that is interfering with everyday life and relationships.
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Eating Disorders Therapists
What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviors, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behavior affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counseling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioral disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behavior, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognize they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behavior has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.