Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Gages Lake, IL
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In counseling, I use a cognitive behavior approach.
My specialty is working with kids and adolescents who are dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, social skills, and more.
In counseling, I use a cognitive behavior approach.
My specialty is working with kids and adolescents who are dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, social skills, and more.
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I have over twenty five years of clinical experience working with individuals, families, couples and groups. I have been fortunate to work in a variety of clinical milieus including inpatient and outpatient community mental health settings. I have experience working with childhood disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders and family/marital issues. I enjoy working with patients from age 12 and up and encourage participation from family members and friends.
I have over twenty five years of clinical experience working with individuals, families, couples and groups. I have been fortunate to work in a variety of clinical milieus including inpatient and outpatient community mental health settings. I have experience working with childhood disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders and family/marital issues. I enjoy working with patients from age 12 and up and encourage participation from family members and friends.
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Erin Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gages Lake, IL 60030
In life, sometimes situations happen to us that we cannot control. As a licensed clinical social worker for nearly a decade, I have a passion for working with adolescents to focus on what they can control. In our sessions, I help foster self-confidence by way of teaching coping strategies and building individualized skills to handle the different situations life brings their way.
In life, sometimes situations happen to us that we cannot control. As a licensed clinical social worker for nearly a decade, I have a passion for working with adolescents to focus on what they can control. In our sessions, I help foster self-confidence by way of teaching coping strategies and building individualized skills to handle the different situations life brings their way.
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Our paths can often have obstacles but I am here to travel with you. In traditional therapy, I utilize CBT and Solutions Focused modalities to work though anxiety and depression as well as grief and loss. I am privileged to help others navigate through life transitions, behavior and emotional disorders, as well as autism spectrum disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder.
Our paths can often have obstacles but I am here to travel with you. In traditional therapy, I utilize CBT and Solutions Focused modalities to work though anxiety and depression as well as grief and loss. I am privileged to help others navigate through life transitions, behavior and emotional disorders, as well as autism spectrum disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder.
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Eliza Marotte
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Round Lake, IL 60073 (Online Only)
I use person-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approaches (CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, etc.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others and question how your past experiences are affecting your life and relationships? Do you wonder if you should feel happier? If you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationships, we are a good match to work together on better understanding yourself and reaching your full potential.
I use person-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approaches (CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, etc.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others and question how your past experiences are affecting your life and relationships? Do you wonder if you should feel happier? If you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationships, we are a good match to work together on better understanding yourself and reaching your full potential.
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Amy M Schloer (Diaz)
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Grayslake, IL 60030
Amy utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy, which assists clients in understanding how thoughts and feelings influence behaviors.
Amy has a master’s degree in forensic psychology and she has been practicing in the field for over 13 years. Her clinical expertise includes having worked in a variety of clinical settings such as residential, community mental health centers, hospitals, and correctional settings. Amy has experience working with adolescents, emerging adults and adults who present with life stressors/changes, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, binge eating disorder, bariatric patients, issues related to legal issues/incarceration, trauma, domestic violence, sexual abuse, and sex and sexuality concerns.
Amy utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy, which assists clients in understanding how thoughts and feelings influence behaviors.
Amy has a master’s degree in forensic psychology and she has been practicing in the field for over 13 years. Her clinical expertise includes having worked in a variety of clinical settings such as residential, community mental health centers, hospitals, and correctional settings. Amy has experience working with adolescents, emerging adults and adults who present with life stressors/changes, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, binge eating disorder, bariatric patients, issues related to legal issues/incarceration, trauma, domestic violence, sexual abuse, and sex and sexuality concerns.
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Deb Norton
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Grayslake, IL 60030
Are you stuck, depressed, anxious, manic or drinking too much? Are you struggling with your marriage or relationship? I get it. As a Cognitive Behaviorist, I will help you look at things differently, challenge your thoughts and change your perspective. I will be the support system that you need right now. I'm Clinically Licensed and Board Certified. And I have a plethora of experience (personally & professionally). For you, that translates into much better therapy outcomes! And, quite frankly, you deserve that! So give me a call. And check out my 5-star reviews at >www.healthgrades.com< Because choosing a therapist is a big deal!
Are you stuck, depressed, anxious, manic or drinking too much? Are you struggling with your marriage or relationship? I get it. As a Cognitive Behaviorist, I will help you look at things differently, challenge your thoughts and change your perspective. I will be the support system that you need right now. I'm Clinically Licensed and Board Certified. And I have a plethora of experience (personally & professionally). For you, that translates into much better therapy outcomes! And, quite frankly, you deserve that! So give me a call. And check out my 5-star reviews at >www.healthgrades.com< Because choosing a therapist is a big deal!
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As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I believe much of our unhappiness comes from within; the message we tell ourselves about any situation.
Do you ever feel sad or alone and can't figure out why? Or perhaps something did happen, and you're having a tough time accepting and moving forward. Do you get easily frustrated, annoyed, or angry? Are you finding that while in your younger days you had lots of friends, but are now wondering where everyone has gone? I work with busy adults who are struggling with these types of issues, and want to talk to someone neutral to look within themselves to find the strength and tools to feel better and live happier.
As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I believe much of our unhappiness comes from within; the message we tell ourselves about any situation.
Do you ever feel sad or alone and can't figure out why? Or perhaps something did happen, and you're having a tough time accepting and moving forward. Do you get easily frustrated, annoyed, or angry? Are you finding that while in your younger days you had lots of friends, but are now wondering where everyone has gone? I work with busy adults who are struggling with these types of issues, and want to talk to someone neutral to look within themselves to find the strength and tools to feel better and live happier.
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Mary Catherine Navarro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grayslake, IL 60030
I do this by using various treatment approaches which include Mindfulness-based treatment, CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Exposure Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I have extensive experience in helping individuals who are navigating various challenges in their lives. I am adept at working with those managing multiple life stressors, grappling with anxiety and/or depression, suffering from OCD, coping with cancer or other health diagnoses, processing childhood traumas, and dealing with terminal illnesses. Additionally, I am skilled at creating a safe and supportive space for school-age children, empowering them to effectively manage their emotions and develop essential coping mechanisms.
I do this by using various treatment approaches which include Mindfulness-based treatment, CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Exposure Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I have extensive experience in helping individuals who are navigating various challenges in their lives. I am adept at working with those managing multiple life stressors, grappling with anxiety and/or depression, suffering from OCD, coping with cancer or other health diagnoses, processing childhood traumas, and dealing with terminal illnesses. Additionally, I am skilled at creating a safe and supportive space for school-age children, empowering them to effectively manage their emotions and develop essential coping mechanisms.
This afforded me a sound basis to utilize other methods which incorporate cognitive and behavioral therapies.
I have a depth of knowledge and experience in a number of areas including adult children of alcoholics, alcoholism, family of origin issues, victims of abuse, and trauma. Having worked in community services for over 30 years I have treated a wide range of populations. I enjoy working with individuals toward a more meaningful and satisfying life. I believe I can listen, learn, provide trust, make sound professional assessments and help the individual achieve goals.
This afforded me a sound basis to utilize other methods which incorporate cognitive and behavioral therapies.
I have a depth of knowledge and experience in a number of areas including adult children of alcoholics, alcoholism, family of origin issues, victims of abuse, and trauma. Having worked in community services for over 30 years I have treated a wide range of populations. I enjoy working with individuals toward a more meaningful and satisfying life. I believe I can listen, learn, provide trust, make sound professional assessments and help the individual achieve goals.
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Danny uses a variety of approaches which include ACT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CPT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, DBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, MI, and Motivational Interviewing.
Danny Ross is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2014. He received both his undergraduate and Graduate Degree in Social Work from New Mexico Highland University with a clinical concentration in 2014. Danny has worked with children (8-12), adolescents (12-17), and adults (18+). Most of his experience has been dealing with addictions, anxiety, depression, abuse and/or neglect, domestic violence, behavioral problems, anger, self-esteem, self-worth, stress, communications, family issues, Trauma/PTSD, veteran issues and first responder issues.
Danny uses a variety of approaches which include ACT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CPT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, DBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, MI, and Motivational Interviewing.
Danny Ross is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2014. He received both his undergraduate and Graduate Degree in Social Work from New Mexico Highland University with a clinical concentration in 2014. Danny has worked with children (8-12), adolescents (12-17), and adults (18+). Most of his experience has been dealing with addictions, anxiety, depression, abuse and/or neglect, domestic violence, behavioral problems, anger, self-esteem, self-worth, stress, communications, family issues, Trauma/PTSD, veteran issues and first responder issues.
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In addition to my broad-based training in psychological assessment and psychotherapy, I have training in CBT, EMDR, biofeedback, sleep, meditation, hypnotherapy, learning disorders, autism spectrum disorders, attachment therapy, mindfulness, and trauma/loss therapy.
My primary goal is to help clients find the hope and courage to change and heal. I believe that all life circumstances, relationships, and experiences can lead to change and greater self-acceptance. Ultimately therapy helps clients cope with loss and use difficult life transitions to promote growth. In working with individuals, couples, families, and children, I have helped them cultivate resources and develop strengths from very challenging diagnoses and life circumstances. I have helped clients suffering from relationship conflicts, health crises, depression, trauma and loss issues, compulsive behaviors, and anxiety disorders.
In addition to my broad-based training in psychological assessment and psychotherapy, I have training in CBT, EMDR, biofeedback, sleep, meditation, hypnotherapy, learning disorders, autism spectrum disorders, attachment therapy, mindfulness, and trauma/loss therapy.
My primary goal is to help clients find the hope and courage to change and heal. I believe that all life circumstances, relationships, and experiences can lead to change and greater self-acceptance. Ultimately therapy helps clients cope with loss and use difficult life transitions to promote growth. In working with individuals, couples, families, and children, I have helped them cultivate resources and develop strengths from very challenging diagnoses and life circumstances. I have helped clients suffering from relationship conflicts, health crises, depression, trauma and loss issues, compulsive behaviors, and anxiety disorders.
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I utilize a variety of interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution Focused and Walk and Talk Therapy.
Hello and Welcome! I'm so glad you are here! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and here to help you with what is going on in your life. Together, let’s figure out what is getting in the way of you living your best life. Is it relationships, low mood, anxiety, depression, anger or life transitions? Even if you don’t know, we will figure it out!
I utilize a variety of interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution Focused and Walk and Talk Therapy.
Hello and Welcome! I'm so glad you are here! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and here to help you with what is going on in your life. Together, let’s figure out what is getting in the way of you living your best life. Is it relationships, low mood, anxiety, depression, anger or life transitions? Even if you don’t know, we will figure it out!
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Primarily CBT, I use methods of DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and expressive modalities, dependent on the needs of each unique individual.
Helping restore a sense of balance and self-worth to my client’s lives is my passion. My experience has spanned over 14 years, with a strong foundation in child and adolescent pathology. My philosophy is to work collaboratively in goal development and attainment, to highlight the connection among faulty thinking, feelings, and ineffective coping patterns and promote healthy changes. Through empowerment to challenge these factors, comes a renewed sense of confidence, strengths, and effective skills to manage life’s stressors and relationships.
Primarily CBT, I use methods of DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and expressive modalities, dependent on the needs of each unique individual.
Helping restore a sense of balance and self-worth to my client’s lives is my passion. My experience has spanned over 14 years, with a strong foundation in child and adolescent pathology. My philosophy is to work collaboratively in goal development and attainment, to highlight the connection among faulty thinking, feelings, and ineffective coping patterns and promote healthy changes. Through empowerment to challenge these factors, comes a renewed sense of confidence, strengths, and effective skills to manage life’s stressors and relationships.
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I work from a Client-centered, Cognitive behavioral and Solution focused perspective.
Are you feeling sad, anxious and overwhelmed? Do you need someone that can listen and work with you to process any challenges you are having?
I work from a Client-centered, Cognitive behavioral and Solution focused perspective.
Are you feeling sad, anxious and overwhelmed? Do you need someone that can listen and work with you to process any challenges you are having?
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I utilize various therapeutic orientations including CBT, DBT, Solutions Focused Therapy and others, however, I am most passionate about Experiential Therapy which allows rapid self-discovery and personal exploration while facilitating change.
My outlook on life is that we are all on a journey. Some people move faster than others. Some need a helping hand along the way; but we can all arrive to where we are going, where we want to be…every single one of us. I am here to help motivate when you lack motivation. I am here to listen when you feel unheard. I am here to push when you feel weak, or pull when you don’t feel strong enough. I’m also here to sit with you when you aren’t ready or feel unable to make a decision. I am here at your pace.
I utilize various therapeutic orientations including CBT, DBT, Solutions Focused Therapy and others, however, I am most passionate about Experiential Therapy which allows rapid self-discovery and personal exploration while facilitating change.
My outlook on life is that we are all on a journey. Some people move faster than others. Some need a helping hand along the way; but we can all arrive to where we are going, where we want to be…every single one of us. I am here to help motivate when you lack motivation. I am here to listen when you feel unheard. I am here to push when you feel weak, or pull when you don’t feel strong enough. I’m also here to sit with you when you aren’t ready or feel unable to make a decision. I am here at your pace.
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Shelley M Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CCMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grayslake, IL 60030 (Online Only)
REBT, CBT, DBT are all techniques that I use in my practice.
If you are looking for someone to be your number one ally, but also call you on your stuff... that's me! Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, or other serious mental illness- I can help. If you are just struggling to find direction and need some outside voice- I can help with that too.
REBT, CBT, DBT are all techniques that I use in my practice.
If you are looking for someone to be your number one ally, but also call you on your stuff... that's me! Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, or other serious mental illness- I can help. If you are just struggling to find direction and need some outside voice- I can help with that too.
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Using a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques & Positive Psychology techniques, I work with clients to process their past & present, to build self-confidence & self esteem, to develop positive coping skills, & to develop future goals.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I believe each individual deserves a safe place to process life transitions, frustrations, worries, fears, or sadness. As an empathetic and nonjudgmental clinician I know it can be challenging or frightening to enter into counseling and open up. I place emphasis on creating a safe place where children, adolescents, adults, and families can comfortably explore the nature of their issues.
Using a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques & Positive Psychology techniques, I work with clients to process their past & present, to build self-confidence & self esteem, to develop positive coping skills, & to develop future goals.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I believe each individual deserves a safe place to process life transitions, frustrations, worries, fears, or sadness. As an empathetic and nonjudgmental clinician I know it can be challenging or frightening to enter into counseling and open up. I place emphasis on creating a safe place where children, adolescents, adults, and families can comfortably explore the nature of their issues.
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Mary Jo Thorson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Volo, IL 60073
I utilize a variety of interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution Focused and Walk and Talk Therapy.
Hello and Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and here to help you with what is going on in your life. Together, let’s figure out what is getting in the way of you living your best life. Is it relationships, low mood, anxiety, depression, anger or life transitions? Even if you don’t know, we will figure it out!
I utilize a variety of interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution Focused and Walk and Talk Therapy.
Hello and Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and here to help you with what is going on in your life. Together, let’s figure out what is getting in the way of you living your best life. Is it relationships, low mood, anxiety, depression, anger or life transitions? Even if you don’t know, we will figure it out!
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Megan Sayre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S, WPATH P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grayslake, IL 60030
My strengths include making authentic connections, practicing compassionate accountability, and bringing gentle humor into therapy. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy techniques in my sessions. I am a relational therapist and focus on developing clients' strengths while also providing support for clients to stretch beyond their comfort zones. My treatment motto has become "It's through discomfort that we change." I will provide you with the education, compassion and support needed for you to face any fears or discomfort to become a healthier and happier person.
My strengths include making authentic connections, practicing compassionate accountability, and bringing gentle humor into therapy. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy techniques in my sessions. I am a relational therapist and focus on developing clients' strengths while also providing support for clients to stretch beyond their comfort zones. My treatment motto has become "It's through discomfort that we change." I will provide you with the education, compassion and support needed for you to face any fears or discomfort to become a healthier and happier person.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.