Therapists in Elmhurst, IL
Megan Wills is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults, adolescents, and families. She practices from a relational, trauma-informed, and intersectional feminist lens. Megan believes that the foundation of good therapy is a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship. She works to create a space where clients can experience safety, support, and unconditional positive regard, build insight into their values, and live a better life.
Megan Wills is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults, adolescents, and families. She practices from a relational, trauma-informed, and intersectional feminist lens. Megan believes that the foundation of good therapy is a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship. She works to create a space where clients can experience safety, support, and unconditional positive regard, build insight into their values, and live a better life.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I specialize in working with teens & young adults. My specialties include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, procrastination/motivation, & relationship issues. I also have a great deal of experience working with individuals who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. I use various strategies such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Direct Feedback, Trauma Informed Care, Exposure Therapy, Skills Based Approach, Stages of Change, & Motivational Interviewing.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I specialize in working with teens & young adults. My specialties include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, procrastination/motivation, & relationship issues. I also have a great deal of experience working with individuals who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. I use various strategies such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Direct Feedback, Trauma Informed Care, Exposure Therapy, Skills Based Approach, Stages of Change, & Motivational Interviewing.
I am a Mental Health Therapist in private practice. My years of experience include work in a group home setting with children with special needs, a behavioral health setting with adults and seniors with chronic mental illness, an alternative school setting with at risks students from 6th grade to seniors in high school and a social service agency. I have extensive experience treating symptoms of anxiety and depression. I also have experience with grief, caregiving support for those who are sick and surviving your troubled teen.
I am a Mental Health Therapist in private practice. My years of experience include work in a group home setting with children with special needs, a behavioral health setting with adults and seniors with chronic mental illness, an alternative school setting with at risks students from 6th grade to seniors in high school and a social service agency. I have extensive experience treating symptoms of anxiety and depression. I also have experience with grief, caregiving support for those who are sick and surviving your troubled teen.
My priority as a therapist is to foster a safe and inclusive environment for my clients and their families by building authentic and trusting therapeutic relationships. I am a strong advocate for mental health and have a passion for helping others improve their quality of life by building skills and feeling better about themselves. My goals as a therapist are to highlight people’s strengths, focus on their perspectives, and promote positive changes. I practice from an individualized, integrative approach, using various evidence-based treatments to support individuals.
My priority as a therapist is to foster a safe and inclusive environment for my clients and their families by building authentic and trusting therapeutic relationships. I am a strong advocate for mental health and have a passion for helping others improve their quality of life by building skills and feeling better about themselves. My goals as a therapist are to highlight people’s strengths, focus on their perspectives, and promote positive changes. I practice from an individualized, integrative approach, using various evidence-based treatments to support individuals.
Claire Jolly Volenik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients! I have found the heart of therapeutic work lies in meeting clients where they are and supporting individuals as they identify what they already know to be true. I view every client through a strengths-based, trauma informed, and holistic lens. I believe in a compassionate, integrative approach to managing life's challenges, transitions, and overwhelm with a focus on mindfulness-based work. I also strongly believe in healing by integrating the cognitive, physical and spiritual elements of the self.
I am currently accepting new clients! I have found the heart of therapeutic work lies in meeting clients where they are and supporting individuals as they identify what they already know to be true. I view every client through a strengths-based, trauma informed, and holistic lens. I believe in a compassionate, integrative approach to managing life's challenges, transitions, and overwhelm with a focus on mindfulness-based work. I also strongly believe in healing by integrating the cognitive, physical and spiritual elements of the self.
Ganime Nazif
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126 (Online Only)
Throughout my career as a Social Worker, I specialized in treating individuals with co-occurring disorders, addiction, grief, and trauma. I utilize a variety of modalities, which include Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to treat the varying levels of individual needs.
Throughout my career as a Social Worker, I specialized in treating individuals with co-occurring disorders, addiction, grief, and trauma. I utilize a variety of modalities, which include Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to treat the varying levels of individual needs.
Ilyssa (Hoffman) Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
We all face challenges at different points in our lives. At times, we may need support in navigating difficult situations and emotions. My goal is to empower individuals to develop the self-awareness, coping skills, and confidence needed to better understand themselves and overcome life's obstacles. I specialize in treatment of adolescents and adults struggling with a range of emotional challenges, including anxiety, depression/related mood disorders, relationship issues, and disordered eating. As an experienced high school social worker, I am also well-versed in the Special Education process and management of IEP and 504 Plans.
We all face challenges at different points in our lives. At times, we may need support in navigating difficult situations and emotions. My goal is to empower individuals to develop the self-awareness, coping skills, and confidence needed to better understand themselves and overcome life's obstacles. I specialize in treatment of adolescents and adults struggling with a range of emotional challenges, including anxiety, depression/related mood disorders, relationship issues, and disordered eating. As an experienced high school social worker, I am also well-versed in the Special Education process and management of IEP and 504 Plans.
I help struggling couples, frustrated parents, disillusioned teens, and others resolve a wide variety of issues including substance abuse, marriage issues, infidelity, child/adolescent behavioral problems, and more. One thing I value as a counselor is having the privilege to witness and take part in the potential for recovery and healing that can occur, even in the midst of great strife or despair.
I help struggling couples, frustrated parents, disillusioned teens, and others resolve a wide variety of issues including substance abuse, marriage issues, infidelity, child/adolescent behavioral problems, and more. One thing I value as a counselor is having the privilege to witness and take part in the potential for recovery and healing that can occur, even in the midst of great strife or despair.
Sunshine Ballentine
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126 (Online Only)
I view the counseling relationship as a partnership between the counselor and client. After getting to know you as an individual, we will work together to help you deal with emotional trauma, patterns in relationships, and other things in the past that are impacting your future. Improving communication, coping skills, strengthening self-esteem, and promoting behavioral change will help you feel better about yourself, your relationships, and your life. I offer virtual and evening appointments to accommodate your busy schedule. I provide a holistic, nonjudgemental, and inclusive environment to aid in your therapeutic experience.
I view the counseling relationship as a partnership between the counselor and client. After getting to know you as an individual, we will work together to help you deal with emotional trauma, patterns in relationships, and other things in the past that are impacting your future. Improving communication, coping skills, strengthening self-esteem, and promoting behavioral change will help you feel better about yourself, your relationships, and your life. I offer virtual and evening appointments to accommodate your busy schedule. I provide a holistic, nonjudgemental, and inclusive environment to aid in your therapeutic experience.
I love to work with passionate people, whether it manifests in anger or intensity, and help to redirect that energy into positive motivation. I place special attention on working with stress, anger management, fertility issues and with substance use disorders. My specialization in recovery work from addictions came from experience working in both inpatient settings and outpatient counseling. Recovery work taught me to stabilize crisis situations and create momentum when clients feel stuck.
I love to work with passionate people, whether it manifests in anger or intensity, and help to redirect that energy into positive motivation. I place special attention on working with stress, anger management, fertility issues and with substance use disorders. My specialization in recovery work from addictions came from experience working in both inpatient settings and outpatient counseling. Recovery work taught me to stabilize crisis situations and create momentum when clients feel stuck.
I work with older teens (16 years and older) and adults who have experience with depression and anxiety whether that stems from a traumatic event, or just every day struggles weigh on you, I'm here to help. I'm an LGBTQIA ally. I can help create coping skills and help understand and cope with the stress of major life changes.
I work with older teens (16 years and older) and adults who have experience with depression and anxiety whether that stems from a traumatic event, or just every day struggles weigh on you, I'm here to help. I'm an LGBTQIA ally. I can help create coping skills and help understand and cope with the stress of major life changes.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
I provide a holistic approach to mental health care. I bring a diverse cultural perspective and connect with a broad range of people.
I provide a holistic approach to mental health care. I bring a diverse cultural perspective and connect with a broad range of people.
Almudena P Ruiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC, EMDR, certifi
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126 (Online Only)
Engaging in therapy can be a difficult decision for many people. Whether you are going through a life change, or you feel the need to put the past behind, or maybe simply wish to know yourself better, relate to your loved ones better, improve your academic or professional performance, face your fears, overcome a loss, or just wish to learn more efficient ways to deal with life stressors... these are all great reasons to engage in therapy. For me, genuineness, openness, and a non-judgmental approach are essential ingredients to connect with you, support you, and guide you in your journey.
Engaging in therapy can be a difficult decision for many people. Whether you are going through a life change, or you feel the need to put the past behind, or maybe simply wish to know yourself better, relate to your loved ones better, improve your academic or professional performance, face your fears, overcome a loss, or just wish to learn more efficient ways to deal with life stressors... these are all great reasons to engage in therapy. For me, genuineness, openness, and a non-judgmental approach are essential ingredients to connect with you, support you, and guide you in your journey.
Erin Serrano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126 (Online Only)
Have you or your child recently been diagnosed with ADHD? I would be honored to support you in this chapter of your life. Helping people with ADHD live their best lives and Iove themselves, is my passion. ADHD and executive function differences affect every aspect of life. Working with someone who "gets it", can be life changing. I welcome people from other neurodiverse communities as well. Soy Bilingue.
Have you or your child recently been diagnosed with ADHD? I would be honored to support you in this chapter of your life. Helping people with ADHD live their best lives and Iove themselves, is my passion. ADHD and executive function differences affect every aspect of life. Working with someone who "gets it", can be life changing. I welcome people from other neurodiverse communities as well. Soy Bilingue.
Sharon Stengel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. As a mental health professional, Sharon can offer clients a unique combination of empathy, expertise, and personalized treatment plans to meet each of their specific needs. Sharon’s ability to listen actively and provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to openly express their thoughts and emotions makes her a valuable resource for individuals seeking mental health. In her spare time, Sharon enjoys spending time outside with her dog, cooking, and reading.
Sharon Stengel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. As a mental health professional, Sharon can offer clients a unique combination of empathy, expertise, and personalized treatment plans to meet each of their specific needs. Sharon’s ability to listen actively and provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to openly express their thoughts and emotions makes her a valuable resource for individuals seeking mental health. In her spare time, Sharon enjoys spending time outside with her dog, cooking, and reading.
Bre'shey Kimball
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126
I strongly believe that human growth requires non-judgment, authenticity, and the willingness to face one's challenges head on. It is a deep passion of mine to foster a space that welcomes vulnerability and self-compassion. I believe that none of us can go through our life's journey alone. In our therapeutic relationship, it is my hope that you will never feel alone on your own path through healing. I aspire to offer guidance as clients work to acknowledge their individual strengths and positives within their lives in order to achieve their personal goals.
I strongly believe that human growth requires non-judgment, authenticity, and the willingness to face one's challenges head on. It is a deep passion of mine to foster a space that welcomes vulnerability and self-compassion. I believe that none of us can go through our life's journey alone. In our therapeutic relationship, it is my hope that you will never feel alone on your own path through healing. I aspire to offer guidance as clients work to acknowledge their individual strengths and positives within their lives in order to achieve their personal goals.
When is the last time someone asked the question, “how are you?” but REALLY asked you? With so many demands on our time and attention, it is easy to feel lost in a never-ending to do list where your personal needs and desires are toward the very bottom. When you think of where you are, you find yourself constantly comparing your life to those around you and where you are never feels like enough. You’ve tried sharing your feelings with friends and it somehow turns into a talk about their issues, leaving you feeling mostly unheard. The cycle of all give and no take ends here. It's time for the focus to just be on you.
When is the last time someone asked the question, “how are you?” but REALLY asked you? With so many demands on our time and attention, it is easy to feel lost in a never-ending to do list where your personal needs and desires are toward the very bottom. When you think of where you are, you find yourself constantly comparing your life to those around you and where you are never feels like enough. You’ve tried sharing your feelings with friends and it somehow turns into a talk about their issues, leaving you feeling mostly unheard. The cycle of all give and no take ends here. It's time for the focus to just be on you.
As a therapist, I support children, teens, adults, and families in better understanding and navigating the complexity of human emotion and relationships. Anyone can experience periods in their lives that are complicated, challenging, and painful; yet, within ourselves exists the potential and our unique capacities to overcome hardships and experience healing, rebalancing, and restoration of ourselves and our lives. My goal is to support my clients in accessing, or reconnecting, with their own ways of nurturing and maintaining physical, mental, and emotional wellness in order to effectively “grow through what you go through”.
As a therapist, I support children, teens, adults, and families in better understanding and navigating the complexity of human emotion and relationships. Anyone can experience periods in their lives that are complicated, challenging, and painful; yet, within ourselves exists the potential and our unique capacities to overcome hardships and experience healing, rebalancing, and restoration of ourselves and our lives. My goal is to support my clients in accessing, or reconnecting, with their own ways of nurturing and maintaining physical, mental, and emotional wellness in order to effectively “grow through what you go through”.
Dorothy Dvorachek Larsen
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, or stressed? Struggling to overcome challenges on your own? Concerned about your family's well-being? I help people of all ages navigate difficulties, foster greater self-understanding, develop life skills, and build meaningful connections with others. I bring warmth, caring and compassion to support you wherever you’re at. Sometimes, words aren't enough to express what we're going through. As an art therapist, I can help you delve into creating art as part of your healing journey, if that’s something you want to try.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, or stressed? Struggling to overcome challenges on your own? Concerned about your family's well-being? I help people of all ages navigate difficulties, foster greater self-understanding, develop life skills, and build meaningful connections with others. I bring warmth, caring and compassion to support you wherever you’re at. Sometimes, words aren't enough to express what we're going through. As an art therapist, I can help you delve into creating art as part of your healing journey, if that’s something you want to try.
Exploring one's mental health is important and fundamental to living a balanced life. I believe in creating a compassionate and trusting environment for my clients to share their thoughts, which will in turn promote a safe space for exploring life's challenges. I find that developing a strong rapport with my clients will help guide them to discover their own distinct coping skills. I am passionate about helping clients with their personal growth in order for them to feel fulfilled in their daily lives. My counseling approach utilizes an integrative array of therapeutic techniques to fit each individual's unique needs.
Exploring one's mental health is important and fundamental to living a balanced life. I believe in creating a compassionate and trusting environment for my clients to share their thoughts, which will in turn promote a safe space for exploring life's challenges. I find that developing a strong rapport with my clients will help guide them to discover their own distinct coping skills. I am passionate about helping clients with their personal growth in order for them to feel fulfilled in their daily lives. My counseling approach utilizes an integrative array of therapeutic techniques to fit each individual's unique needs.
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Number of Therapists in Elmhurst, IL
200+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Elmhurst, IL who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 76% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Life Transitions |
| 69% | Coping Skills |
| 66% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 94% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 63% | Aetna |
| 54% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Elmhurst, IL see their clients
| 87% | In Person and Online | |
| 13% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 89% | Female | |
| 10% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |