Obesity Therapists in Frankfort, IL
Kendra DeFrank
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423
Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma/PTSD can feel all consuming and at times insurmountable. You may be tired of struggling on your own or you may be looking for treatment for someone you love. Either way, I am here to help! With over 15 years of counseling experience, I have the tools to help you navigate these issues. I am a licensed therapist at Lotus Therapy Group in Frankfort, IL. Working with people who have a difficult relationship with food is my speciality. Many of my clients struggle with Anorexia, Bulimia, or Binge Eating Disorder. If food, weight, or body image controls your life, I can help you.
Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma/PTSD can feel all consuming and at times insurmountable. You may be tired of struggling on your own or you may be looking for treatment for someone you love. Either way, I am here to help! With over 15 years of counseling experience, I have the tools to help you navigate these issues. I am a licensed therapist at Lotus Therapy Group in Frankfort, IL. Working with people who have a difficult relationship with food is my speciality. Many of my clients struggle with Anorexia, Bulimia, or Binge Eating Disorder. If food, weight, or body image controls your life, I can help you.
There are many situations that can influence a person to seek therapy services. Maybe you are going through a difficult transition, such as grief, loss, or divorce. Maybe you are experiencing signs and symptoms of anxiety or depression and are feeling nervous, worried, or sad. Regardless of the life transition or the type of symptoms you are struggling with, therapy can help. My goal is to understand what has led to this point in time, what this experience has been like for you, and what direction in life you want to go. Working together, we’ll determine what obstacles are getting in the way of moving forward and what steps can be
There are many situations that can influence a person to seek therapy services. Maybe you are going through a difficult transition, such as grief, loss, or divorce. Maybe you are experiencing signs and symptoms of anxiety or depression and are feeling nervous, worried, or sad. Regardless of the life transition or the type of symptoms you are struggling with, therapy can help. My goal is to understand what has led to this point in time, what this experience has been like for you, and what direction in life you want to go. Working together, we’ll determine what obstacles are getting in the way of moving forward and what steps can be
Mary E Dyer
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, IL 60423
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling "stuck", trouble making decisions, lacking energy, struggling at work or school, struggling in your relationships, feeling unmotivated, these are tough to manage and can leave you feeling overwhelmed and alone. Experiencing periods of sadness, frustration, disappointment, loneliness and worry can take a toll on your emotional and physical wellbeing. Your willingness to make changes now in your life is a huge first step. Together, we can help you achieve your goals of developing a life that is happier, more meaningful and rewarding.
Feeling "stuck", trouble making decisions, lacking energy, struggling at work or school, struggling in your relationships, feeling unmotivated, these are tough to manage and can leave you feeling overwhelmed and alone. Experiencing periods of sadness, frustration, disappointment, loneliness and worry can take a toll on your emotional and physical wellbeing. Your willingness to make changes now in your life is a huge first step. Together, we can help you achieve your goals of developing a life that is happier, more meaningful and rewarding.
Making the decision to reach out for help when we’re struggling emotionally can be challenging and even a little scary. For most of us, however, there comes a time when the difficulties we are facing gives us the courage to begin the search for change and healing. Finding the right therapist can be a crucial aspect of this journey. The therapist you select needs to be someone who helps you feel connected, accepted and understood. Clients find me to be warm, compassionate and non-judgmental while creating an effective therapeutic environment.
Making the decision to reach out for help when we’re struggling emotionally can be challenging and even a little scary. For most of us, however, there comes a time when the difficulties we are facing gives us the courage to begin the search for change and healing. Finding the right therapist can be a crucial aspect of this journey. The therapist you select needs to be someone who helps you feel connected, accepted and understood. Clients find me to be warm, compassionate and non-judgmental while creating an effective therapeutic environment.
“Most people seek therapy because something isn’t working. Sometimes people do not feel equipped to handle life’s problems – work stress, family stress, health issues, etc. Many individuals feel stuck trying to solve problems the same way when those solutions are no longer helpful. This pain can leave someone suffering and feeling helpless.” I want to help you gain perspective and new knowledge and skills for change. Often this involves being more aware and present in the moment. Many people do not recognize the power they have to create positive change in their lives. I will help empower you to find your strengths and make change.
“Most people seek therapy because something isn’t working. Sometimes people do not feel equipped to handle life’s problems – work stress, family stress, health issues, etc. Many individuals feel stuck trying to solve problems the same way when those solutions are no longer helpful. This pain can leave someone suffering and feeling helpless.” I want to help you gain perspective and new knowledge and skills for change. Often this involves being more aware and present in the moment. Many people do not recognize the power they have to create positive change in their lives. I will help empower you to find your strengths and make change.
Jenna Bruchauser Sarna
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423
Waitlist for new clients
***Dr. Bruchauser Sarna is not currently taking therapy patients at this time; however is still conducting neuropsychological evaluations. Dr. Bruchauser-Sarna received her Master's and Doctorate at Midwestern University in Downer's Grove. Her areas of interest include anxiety, depression, ADHD, learning disorders, neurological disorders, as well as an array of medical ailments including pain, diabetes, cancer, and weight management. Dr. Bruchauser-Sarna is skilled in neuropsychological/psychological assessment, in addition to individual and couples therapy.
***Dr. Bruchauser Sarna is not currently taking therapy patients at this time; however is still conducting neuropsychological evaluations. Dr. Bruchauser-Sarna received her Master's and Doctorate at Midwestern University in Downer's Grove. Her areas of interest include anxiety, depression, ADHD, learning disorders, neurological disorders, as well as an array of medical ailments including pain, diabetes, cancer, and weight management. Dr. Bruchauser-Sarna is skilled in neuropsychological/psychological assessment, in addition to individual and couples therapy.
"With hard work, support, and a little bit of humor; change can happen. Too many of us get wrapped up in the stressors of life that we forget what resources we have right in front of us. With support and hard work, we can utilize those resources, including humor, resiliency, determination, and persistence." Dr. Anderson provides individual psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Additionally, Dr. Anderson provides psychological testing for people of all ages.
"With hard work, support, and a little bit of humor; change can happen. Too many of us get wrapped up in the stressors of life that we forget what resources we have right in front of us. With support and hard work, we can utilize those resources, including humor, resiliency, determination, and persistence." Dr. Anderson provides individual psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Additionally, Dr. Anderson provides psychological testing for people of all ages.
Ericka Swanson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, IL 60423 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH,
THE TOUGH GET GOING
You may not feel tough right now, but deep down you know you have the strength to tackle the problems you are facing. These problems may be extraordinary stressors, life transitions, combat fatigue, post-partum depression, unexpected/expected loss of close relationships, trauma, abuse, or relationship problems. I can be part of the team that assists you in strengthening the resources that you have inside.
RELATIONSHIPS AND FAMILIES
CAN BE LIKE DOMINOS
Families and couples are linked. If part of that link is broke or off balance, other members involved can be affected.
WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH,
THE TOUGH GET GOING
You may not feel tough right now, but deep down you know you have the strength to tackle the problems you are facing. These problems may be extraordinary stressors, life transitions, combat fatigue, post-partum depression, unexpected/expected loss of close relationships, trauma, abuse, or relationship problems. I can be part of the team that assists you in strengthening the resources that you have inside.
RELATIONSHIPS AND FAMILIES
CAN BE LIKE DOMINOS
Families and couples are linked. If part of that link is broke or off balance, other members involved can be affected.
Abundant Life Counseling & Wellness Group, Inc.
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clients include individual adults, couples, families, and groups. During my years in the counseling field I've worked with depression, anxiety, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm, addictions, dissociative disorders, men's and women's issues, codepedency, communication, infidelity, grief and loss, boundaries, divorce, parenting, marital problems, eating disorders, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, and many other issues.
My clients include individual adults, couples, families, and groups. During my years in the counseling field I've worked with depression, anxiety, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm, addictions, dissociative disorders, men's and women's issues, codepedency, communication, infidelity, grief and loss, boundaries, divorce, parenting, marital problems, eating disorders, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, and many other issues.
Reem Mohamed
Counselor, MA, LCPC, Certifi, School, Counsel
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is a therapeutic experience that allows you a sacred place to gain support, perspective, healing, and most importantly, freedom. I have a passion for helping clients through their journey to healthy healing and emotional wellness. I provide a space for clients to transform their obstacles into resilience, hope, and success.
One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is a therapeutic experience that allows you a sacred place to gain support, perspective, healing, and most importantly, freedom. I have a passion for helping clients through their journey to healthy healing and emotional wellness. I provide a space for clients to transform their obstacles into resilience, hope, and success.
The Kennedy Center for Counseling provides a safe, confidential, and supportive atmosphere in which clients can work toward and achieve optimal growth and happiness. Our Therapist's address and treat a wide range of concerns and issues across the life span.
The Kennedy Center for Counseling provides a safe, confidential, and supportive atmosphere in which clients can work toward and achieve optimal growth and happiness. Our Therapist's address and treat a wide range of concerns and issues across the life span.
Welcome to our agency of qualified counselors,therapists and psychiatrist, who are passionate about creating positive life change and personal growth in your life. We recognize counseling as the "window of opportunity" to address the issues in life that hold people back from having satisfying relationships, healthy families and productive lives. Our staff is fully licensed and trained to help individuals, couples, and families dealing with a vast array of life problems and emotional issues. We look forward to sharing your personal life journey and helping you to a richer life experience.
Welcome to our agency of qualified counselors,therapists and psychiatrist, who are passionate about creating positive life change and personal growth in your life. We recognize counseling as the "window of opportunity" to address the issues in life that hold people back from having satisfying relationships, healthy families and productive lives. Our staff is fully licensed and trained to help individuals, couples, and families dealing with a vast array of life problems and emotional issues. We look forward to sharing your personal life journey and helping you to a richer life experience.
Dana Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP-II, ICATP, IATP, CAIMHP
Not Verified Not Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423
My passion lies in helping individuals navigate the complexities of trauma, relational challenges, and mood/anxiety management, offering a safe and supportive space for healing and growth. Whether you're dealing with the lingering effects of trauma, struggling with relationship dynamics, or seeking better ways to manage anxiety or mood swings, my goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to create lasting change. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults with mood/anxiety disorders, trauma, PTSD, stress, eating disorders, marriage/couples/relationship issues, among others.
My passion lies in helping individuals navigate the complexities of trauma, relational challenges, and mood/anxiety management, offering a safe and supportive space for healing and growth. Whether you're dealing with the lingering effects of trauma, struggling with relationship dynamics, or seeking better ways to manage anxiety or mood swings, my goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to create lasting change. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults with mood/anxiety disorders, trauma, PTSD, stress, eating disorders, marriage/couples/relationship issues, among others.
In some ways, the decision you’re about to make is the hardest part of this process. Choosing the right therapist and “type of therapy” can be confusing. That’s why I’d like to explain a little about my training and my approach to make your choice a little easier. My training taught me that by knowing what to listen for, I can connect your symptoms to your past life experiences. Once we start to do that, I will help you identify the reasons those experiences were hard to resolve. When something is hard to resolve, we tend to avoid it, which is why our mind then tells us that something still feels unresolved by producing symptoms.
In some ways, the decision you’re about to make is the hardest part of this process. Choosing the right therapist and “type of therapy” can be confusing. That’s why I’d like to explain a little about my training and my approach to make your choice a little easier. My training taught me that by knowing what to listen for, I can connect your symptoms to your past life experiences. Once we start to do that, I will help you identify the reasons those experiences were hard to resolve. When something is hard to resolve, we tend to avoid it, which is why our mind then tells us that something still feels unresolved by producing symptoms.
Denise Gaillard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Frankfort, IL 60423
Have you experienced a devastating loss? Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed with feelings of sadness or anxiety? Is your self-esteem at an all time low? If you answered YES to any of these questions, know that you are not alone. Life happens to all of us, and we all need support. Do not continue to struggle in silence. I can help.
Have you experienced a devastating loss? Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed with feelings of sadness or anxiety? Is your self-esteem at an all time low? If you answered YES to any of these questions, know that you are not alone. Life happens to all of us, and we all need support. Do not continue to struggle in silence. I can help.
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We are living in a world that is forever changing. There is no stop or pause button to help us catch up or even adjust. We are constantly bombarded with various life challenges. Most times when we are in the middle of those challenges we forget to check in with ourselves. We forget to nourish our spirits, minds and body. When that happens it can lead us to a dark place where our traumas and how we deal with them come to surface. Counseling can help address all these things and more. I can provide a safe, non-judgmental space to help deal with those challenges. We can work together to help you create a plan that best fits your needs.
We are living in a world that is forever changing. There is no stop or pause button to help us catch up or even adjust. We are constantly bombarded with various life challenges. Most times when we are in the middle of those challenges we forget to check in with ourselves. We forget to nourish our spirits, minds and body. When that happens it can lead us to a dark place where our traumas and how we deal with them come to surface. Counseling can help address all these things and more. I can provide a safe, non-judgmental space to help deal with those challenges. We can work together to help you create a plan that best fits your needs.
I believe everyone’s journey is unique and deserves to be told. As a marriage and Family Therapist, I will meet you where you are at to help navigate what is not working for you. While helping clients reach their goals, my goal is to help make the therapy process a positive and helpful tool for my clients in their everyday life. I have years of experience working with men, women, children, marriages and families who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, loss,ODD, ADHD, intimacy issues, affairs, abuse, co-parenting and behaviors. I have extra training in the area of family studies and crisis intervention.
I believe everyone’s journey is unique and deserves to be told. As a marriage and Family Therapist, I will meet you where you are at to help navigate what is not working for you. While helping clients reach their goals, my goal is to help make the therapy process a positive and helpful tool for my clients in their everyday life. I have years of experience working with men, women, children, marriages and families who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, loss,ODD, ADHD, intimacy issues, affairs, abuse, co-parenting and behaviors. I have extra training in the area of family studies and crisis intervention.
Comprehensive Services of Illinois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP, CADC, CPLC, CWLC
Verified Verified
Flossmoor, IL 60422
Welcome to Comprehensive Services of Illinois! CSI staff members are looking forward to servicing you. They are phenomenal, providing comprehensive, high quality, accessible, affordable and effective services to children, adolescent and adults. Professional services are tailored to individual, couple and family need. Their goals are to assist, empower, and respond to your needs. While demonstrating the Comprehensive Services of Illinois philosophy: commitment, compassion, confidentiality, dignity, empathy, empowerment, excellence, genuineness, purpose, respect, support and understanding. Call today to schedule an appointment.
Welcome to Comprehensive Services of Illinois! CSI staff members are looking forward to servicing you. They are phenomenal, providing comprehensive, high quality, accessible, affordable and effective services to children, adolescent and adults. Professional services are tailored to individual, couple and family need. Their goals are to assist, empower, and respond to your needs. While demonstrating the Comprehensive Services of Illinois philosophy: commitment, compassion, confidentiality, dignity, empathy, empowerment, excellence, genuineness, purpose, respect, support and understanding. Call today to schedule an appointment.
Teens often struggle with doubt, anxiety, difficulty connecting with others, anger issues, or more. Teens feel as though they are not respected by adults in their life. Davis-Smith Mental Health helps teens to feel more confident and gain more perspective. Teens rarely understand how adults feel in their life. We want teens to continue to grow and feel that their voice matters and that they truly have so much to offer the world.
Teens often struggle with doubt, anxiety, difficulty connecting with others, anger issues, or more. Teens feel as though they are not respected by adults in their life. Davis-Smith Mental Health helps teens to feel more confident and gain more perspective. Teens rarely understand how adults feel in their life. We want teens to continue to grow and feel that their voice matters and that they truly have so much to offer the world.
Mike Minnella
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orland Park, IL 60462
Are you anxious or depressed. Need a kind mental "nudge" to make change happen for you? I am here to provide an expert counseling service. If you are willing, we will build skills and best your dilemma to better your self. As a mental health counselor for 23 years I have helped people through their trauma, depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar management, family relationships, and life stressors. In addition to my professional licensure I also have two certifications, one in Trauma and Anxiety and one in Wellness.
Are you anxious or depressed. Need a kind mental "nudge" to make change happen for you? I am here to provide an expert counseling service. If you are willing, we will build skills and best your dilemma to better your self. As a mental health counselor for 23 years I have helped people through their trauma, depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar management, family relationships, and life stressors. In addition to my professional licensure I also have two certifications, one in Trauma and Anxiety and one in Wellness.
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Nearby Obesity Therapists Searches for Frankfort
- Flossmoor
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- Homewood
- Joliet
- Mokena
- New Lenox
- Oak Forest
- Orland Park
- Palos Heights
- Palos Hills
- South Holland
- Tinley Park
Obesity Therapists
Can obesity be a cause of depression and anxiety?
Yes. It can be stressful and debilitating to carry excess weight. Many people make inaccurate assumptions about people who are overweight. This stigma may lead individuals to feel badly about themselves, decreasing their self-esteem, or leading to feelings of worthlessness. An association between obesity and depression is well-established.
When should an individual seek treatment for obesity?
When obesity, or the feelings it causes, creates a disruption in your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Examples include avoiding social situations due to anxiety, an inability to participate in family life as a result of health problems, or poor performance at work due to low self-esteem or other concerns.
Are there specific medications for weight loss?
There are several prescription drugs that can help with weight loss, including semaglutide and phentermine. These drugs reduce appetite and must be prescribed by a physician. Professionals will suggest lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, before turning to drugs, which have side effects and typically are prescribed only for a short duration. Many people regain weight after taking weight loss drugs if they have not made significant lifestyle changes.
What is body positivity?
Body positivity is a cultural movement that promotes the acceptance of bodies of all sizes and types, rather than those that conform to societal ideals of beauty. It places self-worth, self-acceptance, and an appreciation for one’s body as goals to achieve a happier, healthier attitude about oneself and others, focusing on who a person is rather than what they look like.