LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Geneva, IL
Allison Grendzinski, LCSW, is flexible, supportive, and engages meaningfully with clients. She takes the time to understand each client's journey and meets them where they are to overcome challenges. Allison serves clients of all ages struggling with depression, ADHD, life transitions, stress, and more. She is also especially skilled at treating mood, psychotic, and anxiety disorders. In addition, Allison has extensive experience working with people who at high-risk or in crisis situations. In therapy, Allison tailors her treatment to meet individual needs.
Allison Grendzinski, LCSW, is flexible, supportive, and engages meaningfully with clients. She takes the time to understand each client's journey and meets them where they are to overcome challenges. Allison serves clients of all ages struggling with depression, ADHD, life transitions, stress, and more. She is also especially skilled at treating mood, psychotic, and anxiety disorders. In addition, Allison has extensive experience working with people who at high-risk or in crisis situations. In therapy, Allison tailors her treatment to meet individual needs.
Holly Houghton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134 (Online Only)
Hi there, my name is Holly. Have you ever felt like you are stuck in a rut and don't know how to move forward? Have you ever felt like you need someone to talk to, but don't want to share with your friends and family? My personal belief is that all people can benefit from therapy.
Hi there, my name is Holly. Have you ever felt like you are stuck in a rut and don't know how to move forward? Have you ever felt like you need someone to talk to, but don't want to share with your friends and family? My personal belief is that all people can benefit from therapy.
My counseling style is relaxed and conversational and I am dedicated to meeting clients where they are on their path. I recognize it takes courage to seek therapy and implement changes and would love to assist you on your journey of discovery. I understand that it may be difficult to open up and talk to someone and I pride myself on being an active, compassionate and nonjudgemental listener.
My counseling style is relaxed and conversational and I am dedicated to meeting clients where they are on their path. I recognize it takes courage to seek therapy and implement changes and would love to assist you on your journey of discovery. I understand that it may be difficult to open up and talk to someone and I pride myself on being an active, compassionate and nonjudgemental listener.
For some of us our internal dialogue with ourselves could be described as anything but kind. We can be critical, self-deprecating, or devaluing of our experience due to past traumas that have informed a part of who we are, shame or guilt associated with our identity, or fear of experiencing ourselves as selfish. At times we can be so angry with ourselves for feeling that we are trapped in a cycle of attempting to do enough for others to finally have permission to be ourselves. This anger can give way to burn out, isolation, depression, and resignation. It can feel impossible to break out of that space.
For some of us our internal dialogue with ourselves could be described as anything but kind. We can be critical, self-deprecating, or devaluing of our experience due to past traumas that have informed a part of who we are, shame or guilt associated with our identity, or fear of experiencing ourselves as selfish. At times we can be so angry with ourselves for feeling that we are trapped in a cycle of attempting to do enough for others to finally have permission to be ourselves. This anger can give way to burn out, isolation, depression, and resignation. It can feel impossible to break out of that space.
Shannon Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, CATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
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Are you burdened by guilt, shame, or rejection? Feeling isolated and alone? It's okay. You're not alone in this journey. I understand the exhaustion of trauma. But remember, you're stronger than your struggles. It's time to peel back the layers of past traumas, welcome the peace of authenticity, and nurture your emotional well-being. You're ready for transformation and resilience. You're worthy of wellness. Let's take that first step towards your healing journey, together.
Are you burdened by guilt, shame, or rejection? Feeling isolated and alone? It's okay. You're not alone in this journey. I understand the exhaustion of trauma. But remember, you're stronger than your struggles. It's time to peel back the layers of past traumas, welcome the peace of authenticity, and nurture your emotional well-being. You're ready for transformation and resilience. You're worthy of wellness. Let's take that first step towards your healing journey, together.
So many things can distance and distract us from experiencing meaningful relationships with ourselves and with others. Depression and anxiety, grief and loss, challenging life transitions and traumatic events can make our strengths and inner resources temporarily unavailable. Therapy can connect us back to these strengths and foster growth and healing. It can provide a safe space to share things that may feel overwhelming and hard to talk about and help us to feel safe, affirmed and encouraged in creating a fulfilling, authentic life.
So many things can distance and distract us from experiencing meaningful relationships with ourselves and with others. Depression and anxiety, grief and loss, challenging life transitions and traumatic events can make our strengths and inner resources temporarily unavailable. Therapy can connect us back to these strengths and foster growth and healing. It can provide a safe space to share things that may feel overwhelming and hard to talk about and help us to feel safe, affirmed and encouraged in creating a fulfilling, authentic life.
Kristy Gargano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CYT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
Dealing with the daily struggles of anxiety, stress, depression, or even trying to cope with traumatic past or current events can feel incredibly overwhelming, isolating and debilitating. As my client, I want to support you by providing a comfortable, caring space to talk about your challenges, while also providing skills and tools to help you manage these struggles and find a more balanced, joy-filled life.
Dealing with the daily struggles of anxiety, stress, depression, or even trying to cope with traumatic past or current events can feel incredibly overwhelming, isolating and debilitating. As my client, I want to support you by providing a comfortable, caring space to talk about your challenges, while also providing skills and tools to help you manage these struggles and find a more balanced, joy-filled life.
Do you find yourself feeling irritable or moody? Do you feel overwhelmed with daily expectations and responsibilities? These feelings can be a sign of depression and/or anxiety. I can help you through these difficult emotions. Together we can help you gain self-confidence and improve your life. Often it is difficult to know where to start. I teach strategies to help manage your symptoms. I have over 19 years of experience with child welfare, healthcare, maternal child health, postpartum, antepartum, neonatal, addiction medicine, and school/behavioral issues.
Do you find yourself feeling irritable or moody? Do you feel overwhelmed with daily expectations and responsibilities? These feelings can be a sign of depression and/or anxiety. I can help you through these difficult emotions. Together we can help you gain self-confidence and improve your life. Often it is difficult to know where to start. I teach strategies to help manage your symptoms. I have over 19 years of experience with child welfare, healthcare, maternal child health, postpartum, antepartum, neonatal, addiction medicine, and school/behavioral issues.
Anne E Kristufek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD, ACSW
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
ANXIETY IS PROBABLY THE REASON THAT YOU ARE LOOKING HERE. You have anxiety about something even if you're not sure what it's about. Even if you do know the source, you feel confused as to how to handle it. But you know that it's keeping you from being able to get on with your life, and is probably affecting your functioning.You need to find a solution. That's what we do here in a relaxed, supportive way.We figure out the problem and find a way to make it better.
ANXIETY IS PROBABLY THE REASON THAT YOU ARE LOOKING HERE. You have anxiety about something even if you're not sure what it's about. Even if you do know the source, you feel confused as to how to handle it. But you know that it's keeping you from being able to get on with your life, and is probably affecting your functioning.You need to find a solution. That's what we do here in a relaxed, supportive way.We figure out the problem and find a way to make it better.
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 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.
Neil Francis O'Shaughnessy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
I am currently a fourth year student at Midwestern University pursuing a doctorate in clinical psychology. I am passionate about working with young adults through geriatrics experiencing grief or the loss of a loved one, trauma, and just about any symptom presentation that I can work with. That includes working with couples and families as well.
I am currently a fourth year student at Midwestern University pursuing a doctorate in clinical psychology. I am passionate about working with young adults through geriatrics experiencing grief or the loss of a loved one, trauma, and just about any symptom presentation that I can work with. That includes working with couples and families as well.
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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.
Deborah M Miller-Lunsford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
I have been a practicing therapist for over twenty-five years. I spent a number of years working with children, adolescents and families in a community-based agency. Now in private practice, my focus has been on the needs of adults and couples of all ages. All are struggling with issues related to mental health, self-esteem, trauma, relationship challenges and life stage concerns. Each stage brings its challenges.
I have been a practicing therapist for over twenty-five years. I spent a number of years working with children, adolescents and families in a community-based agency. Now in private practice, my focus has been on the needs of adults and couples of all ages. All are struggling with issues related to mental health, self-esteem, trauma, relationship challenges and life stage concerns. Each stage brings its challenges.
Clear Path Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
At Clear Path Counseling, we know how hard it can be to reach out for help, but we also believe everyone deserves the chance to unlock their full potential and enjoy brighter days ahead. If you or a loved one are experiencing any of the following, we want to help: Anxiety, Depression & Mood Disorders, Life Transitions, Stress Management, Relationship/Communication Issues, Divorce/Family Conflict, Low Self Esteem, Grief/Bereavement, Emotional Regulation, Behavioral/Social Skill Concerns, ADHD, Substance Abuse/Addiction, Trauma, Anger Management. Feel free to check out our website to learn more about our clinicians!
At Clear Path Counseling, we know how hard it can be to reach out for help, but we also believe everyone deserves the chance to unlock their full potential and enjoy brighter days ahead. If you or a loved one are experiencing any of the following, we want to help: Anxiety, Depression & Mood Disorders, Life Transitions, Stress Management, Relationship/Communication Issues, Divorce/Family Conflict, Low Self Esteem, Grief/Bereavement, Emotional Regulation, Behavioral/Social Skill Concerns, ADHD, Substance Abuse/Addiction, Trauma, Anger Management. Feel free to check out our website to learn more about our clinicians!
Jennifer Fricke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, ADHD-, CCSP
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
Life is constantly changing and can become overwhelming. During these seemingly non-stop changes, people may find themselves, lost, and disconnected. It is my passion to help others. I work to provide a hopeful, safe, and non-judgmental environment for a person to work through their concerns and most importantly meet the client where they are at in their journey so they may reclaim a happiness in life. I work with adults, children and adolescents and have experience supporting clients living with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, trauma, substance use disorder, gambling and ADHD.
Life is constantly changing and can become overwhelming. During these seemingly non-stop changes, people may find themselves, lost, and disconnected. It is my passion to help others. I work to provide a hopeful, safe, and non-judgmental environment for a person to work through their concerns and most importantly meet the client where they are at in their journey so they may reclaim a happiness in life. I work with adults, children and adolescents and have experience supporting clients living with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, trauma, substance use disorder, gambling and ADHD.
My counseling practice is a safe place for children, teens, and adults to tell their stories and work through issues. For over twenty years, I have worked with individuals and families to make sustainable changes over time. I partner with my clients in an empathetic and non-judgmental manner to identify and resolve underlying issues. Supportive check-in sessions are offered following intensive therapy to sustain change and promote the ongoing use of newly acquired skills. Additionally, I offer psychological assessments to address learning, emotional, or behavioral issues, as well as consultation on IEP/504 plans.
My counseling practice is a safe place for children, teens, and adults to tell their stories and work through issues. For over twenty years, I have worked with individuals and families to make sustainable changes over time. I partner with my clients in an empathetic and non-judgmental manner to identify and resolve underlying issues. Supportive check-in sessions are offered following intensive therapy to sustain change and promote the ongoing use of newly acquired skills. Additionally, I offer psychological assessments to address learning, emotional, or behavioral issues, as well as consultation on IEP/504 plans.
Amanda Kelleghan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MSIR
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134 (Online Only)
The constant pressures of daily life, particularly during a pandemic, can leave us feeling overwhelmed, scared, and alone. As we try to navigate our way through issues involving school, work, relationships, life transitions, and grief and loss, we may feel so hopeless that we feel as if we cannot go on like this anymore. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I will provide support and guidance to help you identify unhealthy thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you can make positive and sustainable changes to improve your quality of life.
The constant pressures of daily life, particularly during a pandemic, can leave us feeling overwhelmed, scared, and alone. As we try to navigate our way through issues involving school, work, relationships, life transitions, and grief and loss, we may feel so hopeless that we feel as if we cannot go on like this anymore. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I will provide support and guidance to help you identify unhealthy thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you can make positive and sustainable changes to improve your quality of life.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
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.
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 push my clients into finding their own strengths and to use them in their therapy treatment. In session, clients will be assisted in exploring their experiences in a safe and judgment-free environment and build their goals to achieve while in therapy. My ideal client is someone who is seeking help but does not know how to start, someone who thinks they don't need counseling, and people who don't know their own value. If I cannot help, I will assist in finding someone who can.
I push my clients into finding their own strengths and to use them in their therapy treatment. In session, clients will be assisted in exploring their experiences in a safe and judgment-free environment and build their goals to achieve while in therapy. My ideal client is someone who is seeking help but does not know how to start, someone who thinks they don't need counseling, and people who don't know their own value. If I cannot help, I will assist in finding someone who can.
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