Female Therapists in Geneva, IL
Taking this first step can be difficult - I'm glad you're here! I would love to meet you and see how I can support you. In each therapeutic relationship, I seek to provide a safe, non-judgmental and healing space for our important work together. My therapeutic approach is warm, inviting and down to earth while being rooted in mutual collaboration, empathy and respect.
Taking this first step can be difficult - I'm glad you're here! I would love to meet you and see how I can support you. In each therapeutic relationship, I seek to provide a safe, non-judgmental and healing space for our important work together. My therapeutic approach is warm, inviting and down to earth while being rooted in mutual collaboration, empathy and respect.
There are times when we struggle with an issue and need someone to encourage and help us. Sometimes we need to tell just one other person something we have done or been through. And once in a while our wheels come off, and we need serious support and help. It is very important to me that you feel safe when you come into my office, and that you are heard when it comes to the issues you are facing. I want you to feel you won't be judged and hopeful that true healing can occur.
There are times when we struggle with an issue and need someone to encourage and help us. Sometimes we need to tell just one other person something we have done or been through. And once in a while our wheels come off, and we need serious support and help. It is very important to me that you feel safe when you come into my office, and that you are heard when it comes to the issues you are facing. I want you to feel you won't be judged and hopeful that true healing can occur.
Looking for guidance through one of life’s transitions? Whether you’re starting high school or college, or entering another stage of life like empty nesting, retirement or menopause, sometimes we just need someone’s help. Taking that first step toward self-improvement positively affects how you view yourself, and can help you find balance in your life. I use a practical approach to work collaboratively with you in establishing a supportive therapeutic relationship, and guiding you in building on your strengths to maximize your personal potential. You have what you need, and together we will find it and bring it to the surface.
Looking for guidance through one of life’s transitions? Whether you’re starting high school or college, or entering another stage of life like empty nesting, retirement or menopause, sometimes we just need someone’s help. Taking that first step toward self-improvement positively affects how you view yourself, and can help you find balance in your life. I use a practical approach to work collaboratively with you in establishing a supportive therapeutic relationship, and guiding you in building on your strengths to maximize your personal potential. You have what you need, and together we will find it and bring it to the surface.
I offer a range of clinical therapy services aimed at fostering emotional well-being and personal growth. I work collaboratively with clients to explore and address a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, relationship issues, and self-esteem. My career has been spent with adolescents and adults who have battled addiction, been involved with the criminal justice system, struggled with marital issues, and struggled with sexual and gender identity.
I offer a range of clinical therapy services aimed at fostering emotional well-being and personal growth. I work collaboratively with clients to explore and address a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, relationship issues, and self-esteem. My career has been spent with adolescents and adults who have battled addiction, been involved with the criminal justice system, struggled with marital issues, and struggled with sexual and gender identity.
I use compassion and curiosity to get to know each and every person who walks into my office. Through an IFS lens, I’m able to help individuals with a wide array of struggles and concerns. Some include, depression, anxiety, postpartum issues, family therapy, as well as being extremely passionate about women’s rights and LGBTQ+ community.
I use compassion and curiosity to get to know each and every person who walks into my office. Through an IFS lens, I’m able to help individuals with a wide array of struggles and concerns. Some include, depression, anxiety, postpartum issues, family therapy, as well as being extremely passionate about women’s rights and LGBTQ+ community.
We all would like our lives to be deeply satisfying, with good relationships, a sense of belonging, and a feeling like we are contributing members of society. However, sometimes we lose our way. We experience a loss of connection to ourselves or with others, we maintain beliefs and behaviors that were once helpful but now no longer serve us, or we get stuck in relationships that lack mutuality and intimacy.
As a clinical psychologist with over fifteen years experience, I use a variety of techniques as we journey together help you:
We all would like our lives to be deeply satisfying, with good relationships, a sense of belonging, and a feeling like we are contributing members of society. However, sometimes we lose our way. We experience a loss of connection to ourselves or with others, we maintain beliefs and behaviors that were once helpful but now no longer serve us, or we get stuck in relationships that lack mutuality and intimacy.
As a clinical psychologist with over fifteen years experience, I use a variety of techniques as we journey together help you:
Kimberly K Boatner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
Hello. As a clinician, I have committed myself to providing a safe environment for individuals, couples, and families seeking support. My therapeutic philosophy is centered on compassion, resilience, and individual strengths. As a clinician, I am inspired by my client's process of self-discovery and the courage of using their voice to create change. I feel honored and thankful for the privilege to witness each client's journey. My approach is eclectic and centers on the unique strengths of each client.
Hello. As a clinician, I have committed myself to providing a safe environment for individuals, couples, and families seeking support. My therapeutic philosophy is centered on compassion, resilience, and individual strengths. As a clinician, I am inspired by my client's process of self-discovery and the courage of using their voice to create change. I feel honored and thankful for the privilege to witness each client's journey. My approach is eclectic and centers on the unique strengths of each client.
I work with men, women, couples, families and adolescents.
I use an empathetic and empowering approach and favor interventions that focus on deepening your relationship with yourself, increasing your self-awareness and improving your relationships with others. I work with emotions, helping you to understand what, why and how to manage them and how to discover the wisdom they hold. I use a variety of strategies including cognitive/behavioral, psychodynamic, solution focused, dialectic behavior therapy and mindfulness meditation. I help you seek the sources of support available to you, both internal and external, and to create a balanced life that enables you to achieve your goals.
I work with men, women, couples, families and adolescents.
I use an empathetic and empowering approach and favor interventions that focus on deepening your relationship with yourself, increasing your self-awareness and improving your relationships with others. I work with emotions, helping you to understand what, why and how to manage them and how to discover the wisdom they hold. I use a variety of strategies including cognitive/behavioral, psychodynamic, solution focused, dialectic behavior therapy and mindfulness meditation. I help you seek the sources of support available to you, both internal and external, and to create a balanced life that enables you to achieve your goals.
Marie S. Egeland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RMT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
People who reach out when the going is tough have my deepest respect. I love my work and feel privileged to be present with people during their significant life transitions. I work with people to discover what they are doing right and expand on those things, rather than focusing on problems or what an individual may have done "wrong". I work to help a person "live" again rather than continue the pattern of their chronic depression or anxiety. A client who elects to go through the process of therapy is a person of courage who is committed to change.
People who reach out when the going is tough have my deepest respect. I love my work and feel privileged to be present with people during their significant life transitions. I work with people to discover what they are doing right and expand on those things, rather than focusing on problems or what an individual may have done "wrong". I work to help a person "live" again rather than continue the pattern of their chronic depression or anxiety. A client who elects to go through the process of therapy is a person of courage who is committed to change.
Today is the best time to start feeling better about yourself. Improving your mental health will have positive effects on your entire well-being. My name is Eva McCallister and my office allows you a safe and comfortable place to express your thoughts, feelings, worries and anxieties. My goal is to provide you with a safe environment in which you can overcome difficult life transitions, improve relationships and work through specific problems that may be interfering with your ability to enjoy life. My promise is to gently assist you in taking steps forward to obtain a happier, healthier, life.
Today is the best time to start feeling better about yourself. Improving your mental health will have positive effects on your entire well-being. My name is Eva McCallister and my office allows you a safe and comfortable place to express your thoughts, feelings, worries and anxieties. My goal is to provide you with a safe environment in which you can overcome difficult life transitions, improve relationships and work through specific problems that may be interfering with your ability to enjoy life. My promise is to gently assist you in taking steps forward to obtain a happier, healthier, life.
We all find ourselves feeling stuck sometimes. I believe that we develop ways of handling things from past experiences and when those things stop working, we struggle to find another way to handle the situation. I work with clients to identify where we learned our behaviors and how to adjust our mindset and actions so that we get the outcome we want. I work with clients through life transitions and help to build self confidence in our ability to live the life we want to be living. Everyone should be able to live the life they want to live, I want to help you figure out exactly what that is and how to get there.
We all find ourselves feeling stuck sometimes. I believe that we develop ways of handling things from past experiences and when those things stop working, we struggle to find another way to handle the situation. I work with clients to identify where we learned our behaviors and how to adjust our mindset and actions so that we get the outcome we want. I work with clients through life transitions and help to build self confidence in our ability to live the life we want to be living. Everyone should be able to live the life they want to live, I want to help you figure out exactly what that is and how to get there.
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Dr. Michelle Hansen, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, is guided by compassion for the human experience in assisting her clients. She specializes in providing psychological testing services for her clients as the underlying cause for difficulties in cognitive, learning, emotional, or interpersonal difficulties is not always clear. Dr. Hansen's goals in assessment services are helping her clients discover their strengths and utilizing their challenges as opportunities to promote personal and interpersonal growth.
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Maryann DeMatthews Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
Enjoy therapy. I provide in-depth, client specific psychotherapy. I help individuals face and overcome challenges, cultivate hope, and move forward. With comprehensive experience and deep theoretical understanding, I support my clients to move forward safely and securely. I treat clients who have challenges including Personality Disorders, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Anxiety, Panic, Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. End-to-end encrypted telehealth therapy with secure email, video streaming, and intake system.
Enjoy therapy. I provide in-depth, client specific psychotherapy. I help individuals face and overcome challenges, cultivate hope, and move forward. With comprehensive experience and deep theoretical understanding, I support my clients to move forward safely and securely. I treat clients who have challenges including Personality Disorders, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Anxiety, Panic, Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. End-to-end encrypted telehealth therapy with secure email, video streaming, and intake system.
We are,first and foremost,scientist practitioners. Our practice is guided by the most current research available. The treatments we utilize have been shown to be most effective in reducing symptoms and improving quality of life among patients with anxiety, mood and related disorders. We focus on what works. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an umbrella term for methods that share a focus on thoughts and behaviors that maintain symptoms, willingness to try new behaviors, and patterns of relating to our experiences. Between-session practice of these strategies serves to consolidate gains achieved in treatment sessions.
We are,first and foremost,scientist practitioners. Our practice is guided by the most current research available. The treatments we utilize have been shown to be most effective in reducing symptoms and improving quality of life among patients with anxiety, mood and related disorders. We focus on what works. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an umbrella term for methods that share a focus on thoughts and behaviors that maintain symptoms, willingness to try new behaviors, and patterns of relating to our experiences. Between-session practice of these strategies serves to consolidate gains achieved in treatment sessions.
I have expertise working with adults with anxiety, depression, relational issues, life transitions, stress management, trauma, substance misuse, parenting, and women’s issues.
Change is a constant in life. At times, it feels manageable, and at others it can feel overwhelming. This can be particularly true when change brings loss - of a loved one, a lived purpose, or sense of self. I strive to empower clients to gain insight, develop coping skills, and foster growth when they are struggling. I take a strengths-based approach and come to sessions with a sense of curiosity of who you are and who you want to be moving forward. Throughout our exploration together, I tailor treatment to fit your individual needs.
I have expertise working with adults with anxiety, depression, relational issues, life transitions, stress management, trauma, substance misuse, parenting, and women’s issues.
Change is a constant in life. At times, it feels manageable, and at others it can feel overwhelming. This can be particularly true when change brings loss - of a loved one, a lived purpose, or sense of self. I strive to empower clients to gain insight, develop coping skills, and foster growth when they are struggling. I take a strengths-based approach and come to sessions with a sense of curiosity of who you are and who you want to be moving forward. Throughout our exploration together, I tailor treatment to fit your individual needs.
I believe therapy is a process that helps you gain awareness of your strengths, behavior patterns, and thinking in order to provide the opportunity to make significant and meaningful changes in your life. I am dedicated to everyone I work with and committed to finding the best strategy to help you find peace and fulfillment. I am focused on helping you learn the skills to ultimately help yourself. After 20+ years of experience in the field, I have gained expertise with anxiety, emotional and behavioral challenges, parenting, mood disorders, self-esteem, ADHD, stress management, and family of origin issues.
I believe therapy is a process that helps you gain awareness of your strengths, behavior patterns, and thinking in order to provide the opportunity to make significant and meaningful changes in your life. I am dedicated to everyone I work with and committed to finding the best strategy to help you find peace and fulfillment. I am focused on helping you learn the skills to ultimately help yourself. After 20+ years of experience in the field, I have gained expertise with anxiety, emotional and behavioral challenges, parenting, mood disorders, self-esteem, ADHD, stress management, and family of origin issues.
Sarah Reszke is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. She received her Master's of Science in Clinical Psychology. Sarah's humor and passion for helping people make it easy for her to connect to others on a human level. Her positive yet realistic attitude helps her stay grounded and approachable. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys reading, writing, listening to music, and hanging out with her dog and cat. She loves anything that involves her love of arts and crafts.
Sarah Reszke is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. She received her Master's of Science in Clinical Psychology. Sarah's humor and passion for helping people make it easy for her to connect to others on a human level. Her positive yet realistic attitude helps her stay grounded and approachable. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys reading, writing, listening to music, and hanging out with her dog and cat. She loves anything that involves her love of arts and crafts.
Katrina Muenster is a Licensed Professional Counselor who graduated Summa Cum Laude from Roosevelt University with a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology (Counseling Practice). Katrina has garnered many culturally diverse experiences from working with individuals in community mental health settings, working with students in school settings, and working as a first responder for mental health crisis at hospitals in DuPage County. Katrina understands that the decision to seek a therapist is often a vulnerable and at times difficult decision to make.
Katrina Muenster is a Licensed Professional Counselor who graduated Summa Cum Laude from Roosevelt University with a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology (Counseling Practice). Katrina has garnered many culturally diverse experiences from working with individuals in community mental health settings, working with students in school settings, and working as a first responder for mental health crisis at hospitals in DuPage County. Katrina understands that the decision to seek a therapist is often a vulnerable and at times difficult decision to make.
Rosanna Velat
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134 (Online Only)
Do you feel you are living a genuine life while making your living? Do you wonder if you know yourself well enough to even know what you really want out of life and what parts of life are most important to you?
Do you feel you are living a genuine life while making your living? Do you wonder if you know yourself well enough to even know what you really want out of life and what parts of life are most important to you?
Joanna VanLear
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-PD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
I believe there is hope for profound change through the creative collaboration of client and therapist. I strive to create a warm and inviting environment where clients are able to share their experiences, realize their strengths, and develop a plan for achieving their goals. I enjoy working with adults who are seeking to improve relationships or address personal struggles with depression, anxiety, anger, domestic violence or personality disorders. I also work with parents and blended families.
I believe there is hope for profound change through the creative collaboration of client and therapist. I strive to create a warm and inviting environment where clients are able to share their experiences, realize their strengths, and develop a plan for achieving their goals. I enjoy working with adults who are seeking to improve relationships or address personal struggles with depression, anxiety, anger, domestic violence or personality disorders. I also work with parents and blended families.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.