Gottman Method Therapists in Glen Ellyn, IL
I work from an ACT perspective, using aspects of CBT, Gottman Method, Family Systems, and much more to help you deal with issues in your life.
I understand that it can be difficult to seek help and I strive to create an environment that is safe, where trust has been established so that difficult issues can be discussed. Are you struggling to communicate with a loved one or family member? Have you recently faced significant changes or losses? Is there a thought pattern or behavior that you cannot control? I can offer a place to be heard, to tell your story, to understand how and why you get stuck, and to have the tools you need to move forward in life.
I work from an ACT perspective, using aspects of CBT, Gottman Method, Family Systems, and much more to help you deal with issues in your life.
I understand that it can be difficult to seek help and I strive to create an environment that is safe, where trust has been established so that difficult issues can be discussed. Are you struggling to communicate with a loved one or family member? Have you recently faced significant changes or losses? Is there a thought pattern or behavior that you cannot control? I can offer a place to be heard, to tell your story, to understand how and why you get stuck, and to have the tools you need to move forward in life.
Combining knowledge and skills acquired through education, a decade of professional experience, and my own lived experience with trauma and recovery, my mission is to facilitate hope and wellness using humor, empathy, validation, and unconditional positive regard. I am familiar with treating a variety of populations and needs from years of work with nonprofit and community mental health agencies, but my passion truly lies with providing therapy to individuals (children through adults), couples, and families. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger, emotional-dysregulation, self-esteem, and interpersonal struggles.
Combining knowledge and skills acquired through education, a decade of professional experience, and my own lived experience with trauma and recovery, my mission is to facilitate hope and wellness using humor, empathy, validation, and unconditional positive regard. I am familiar with treating a variety of populations and needs from years of work with nonprofit and community mental health agencies, but my passion truly lies with providing therapy to individuals (children through adults), couples, and families. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger, emotional-dysregulation, self-esteem, and interpersonal struggles.
Are you feeling overwhelmed but not sure why, or maybe there are too many why's? Everything is spinning around in your head, and you don't know where to start? It's like a tangled ball of pain and experiences that are spilling into your daily life. Revealing itself over countless behaviors, emotions, and physical responses. I'm here to support you in releasing the pain that is holding you back from loving and accepting every part of you (yep, even those parts), and work on untangling all of that, so you can have more freedom to focus on the stuff that brings you joy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed but not sure why, or maybe there are too many why's? Everything is spinning around in your head, and you don't know where to start? It's like a tangled ball of pain and experiences that are spilling into your daily life. Revealing itself over countless behaviors, emotions, and physical responses. I'm here to support you in releasing the pain that is holding you back from loving and accepting every part of you (yep, even those parts), and work on untangling all of that, so you can have more freedom to focus on the stuff that brings you joy.
Bree Wysocki Casey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
I believe that seeking help can be a lot but a huge step in the right direction! I am here to provide a safe space that you can feel seen and heard. I bring a lot of love, energy and compassion to create a collaborative space where you can be yourself in.
I believe that seeking help can be a lot but a huge step in the right direction! I am here to provide a safe space that you can feel seen and heard. I bring a lot of love, energy and compassion to create a collaborative space where you can be yourself in.
Inasmuch as we all face suffering in various forms throughout our lives, the good news is that there is hope for healing, and we don't have to go it alone. If you are experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, marital, relationship, and/or parenting issues, the effects of trauma, loneliness, addictive/compulsive behaviors, are struggling with a life transition or with pastoral/leadership challenges, are desiring support in your spiritual journey, or perhaps are simply unsure of where to turn, I would be grateful for the opportunity to journey with you toward the abundant life you were created for in Christ (Jn 10:10).
Inasmuch as we all face suffering in various forms throughout our lives, the good news is that there is hope for healing, and we don't have to go it alone. If you are experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, marital, relationship, and/or parenting issues, the effects of trauma, loneliness, addictive/compulsive behaviors, are struggling with a life transition or with pastoral/leadership challenges, are desiring support in your spiritual journey, or perhaps are simply unsure of where to turn, I would be grateful for the opportunity to journey with you toward the abundant life you were created for in Christ (Jn 10:10).
Marci Zinke Csat
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (Online Only)
Have you experienced infidelity or toxicity in your relationship? Have you been suffering through manipulation and emotional blackmail? Struggling with the pain of living in a constant arguing cycle? I specialize in helping individuals overcome relationship challenges, with a focus on healing from partner betrayal trauma, infidelity, & narcissistic abuse. With a trauma-informed approach, I offer compassionate support and effective strategies to help you reclaim your power and build the life you deserve. Let’s work together to achieve the calmness you deserve.
Have you experienced infidelity or toxicity in your relationship? Have you been suffering through manipulation and emotional blackmail? Struggling with the pain of living in a constant arguing cycle? I specialize in helping individuals overcome relationship challenges, with a focus on healing from partner betrayal trauma, infidelity, & narcissistic abuse. With a trauma-informed approach, I offer compassionate support and effective strategies to help you reclaim your power and build the life you deserve. Let’s work together to achieve the calmness you deserve.
There are situations and events in life that are challenging and that can create anxiety and depression. The coping strategies that have helped during troubling times may no longer work. Through these experiences, it is easy to lose a sense of identity and self esteem. There is hope. It is an honor to assists clients with turning their pain into growth. Through my compassionate support and skills, I can accompany you into the journey of becoming a healthier and happier person. My goal is to provide high quality, individualized and evidence based treatment to each client.
There are situations and events in life that are challenging and that can create anxiety and depression. The coping strategies that have helped during troubling times may no longer work. Through these experiences, it is easy to lose a sense of identity and self esteem. There is hope. It is an honor to assists clients with turning their pain into growth. Through my compassionate support and skills, I can accompany you into the journey of becoming a healthier and happier person. My goal is to provide high quality, individualized and evidence based treatment to each client.
Brian G Lengfelder
Counselor, LCPC, CAADC, SAP, MAC, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Brian has been in the addiction/mental health field since 1993. He has been described as practical, realistic, and down-to-earth therapist who is naturally inquisitive and goal oriented. He brings his warm and light hearted sense of humor to the therapy process, as he has learned that the best way to lead a person toward wellbeing and happiness is to make the psychotherapy process relaxed, enjoyable and non-judgmental. But when necessary, Brian has a serious side, as addictions are for many, can be a life or death problem.
Brian has been in the addiction/mental health field since 1993. He has been described as practical, realistic, and down-to-earth therapist who is naturally inquisitive and goal oriented. He brings his warm and light hearted sense of humor to the therapy process, as he has learned that the best way to lead a person toward wellbeing and happiness is to make the psychotherapy process relaxed, enjoyable and non-judgmental. But when necessary, Brian has a serious side, as addictions are for many, can be a life or death problem.
Janet Joy Hecht
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PEL
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Accepting new clients! Sometimes life can be filled with stormy skies, let Janet be your rainbow in the clouds. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters in Human Services and Counseling from DePaul University and centers on navigating life's challenges, both personally and professionally. With a focus on families, parents, and adolescents seeking guidance, she brings a unique perspective to counseling sessions. Drawing from her background as a teacher, certified school guidance counselor, and mother of three, she understands the intricacies of life's challenges that individuals and families often encounter.
Accepting new clients! Sometimes life can be filled with stormy skies, let Janet be your rainbow in the clouds. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters in Human Services and Counseling from DePaul University and centers on navigating life's challenges, both personally and professionally. With a focus on families, parents, and adolescents seeking guidance, she brings a unique perspective to counseling sessions. Drawing from her background as a teacher, certified school guidance counselor, and mother of three, she understands the intricacies of life's challenges that individuals and families often encounter.
Fash Counseling is accepting new clients! Jenna is passionate and dedicated to her role of walking alongside her clients in their journey towards growth. She views therapy as a collaborative process. This allows each person to identify and develop their own path in achieving their goals. Jenna creates a safe and empathic environment while she begins to build trust with her clients. She believes that each client brings their own, unique story to therapy and therefore her approach is tailored to meet each person's personality and goals.
Fash Counseling is accepting new clients! Jenna is passionate and dedicated to her role of walking alongside her clients in their journey towards growth. She views therapy as a collaborative process. This allows each person to identify and develop their own path in achieving their goals. Jenna creates a safe and empathic environment while she begins to build trust with her clients. She believes that each client brings their own, unique story to therapy and therefore her approach is tailored to meet each person's personality and goals.
Emily Pagone
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, PMH-C, CCTP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Waitlist for new clients
If you're feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, I can help. My approach, grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, specifically IFS-Informed EMDR, focuses on supporting individuals and families to find clarity, direction, and effective solutions while reducing stress. Though starting therapy can feel intimidating, I strive to create a comfortable and supportive environment, with a strong therapeutic alliance as my priority.
If you're feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, I can help. My approach, grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, specifically IFS-Informed EMDR, focuses on supporting individuals and families to find clarity, direction, and effective solutions while reducing stress. Though starting therapy can feel intimidating, I strive to create a comfortable and supportive environment, with a strong therapeutic alliance as my priority.
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When reaching out can feel intimidating and difficult, the therapists at Authentic Growth Wellness Group will provide you with an approachable and comfortable experience. We get how hard it can be to begin and engage in this endeavor, and, therefore, we possess a deep empathy and enriched understanding from which we can professionally, ethically, and effectively support our clients initiate and engage in a trajectory of healing from which they will courageously grow.
When reaching out can feel intimidating and difficult, the therapists at Authentic Growth Wellness Group will provide you with an approachable and comfortable experience. We get how hard it can be to begin and engage in this endeavor, and, therefore, we possess a deep empathy and enriched understanding from which we can professionally, ethically, and effectively support our clients initiate and engage in a trajectory of healing from which they will courageously grow.
Thank you for visiting my listing. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist. Marriages worn thin by habit, or suffering from the stresses of work and children, or even those torn by an affair can be revived and made to flourish thanks to 30 years of research on the "Masters" and "Disasters" of relationship. I specialize in relationships in the belief that being deeply known by your partner is more healing than any therapy, and the foundation of a nurturing family.
Thank you for visiting my listing. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist. Marriages worn thin by habit, or suffering from the stresses of work and children, or even those torn by an affair can be revived and made to flourish thanks to 30 years of research on the "Masters" and "Disasters" of relationship. I specialize in relationships in the belief that being deeply known by your partner is more healing than any therapy, and the foundation of a nurturing family.
David Gish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (Online Only)
Feeling anxious, stressed or depressed? Many people are overwhelmed these days. There is help.
Feeling anxious, stressed or depressed? Many people are overwhelmed these days. There is help.
Life to the Fullest LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
"You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step." Congratulations on having the courage to take the first step toward the change that you wish to see in your life. At Life to the Fullest LLC, we strive to help you navigate your unique situation with more adaptive coping skills and a general sense of fulfillment. We hope to work with you in a way that best meets your needs and helps you start living your life to the fullest.
"You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step." Congratulations on having the courage to take the first step toward the change that you wish to see in your life. At Life to the Fullest LLC, we strive to help you navigate your unique situation with more adaptive coping skills and a general sense of fulfillment. We hope to work with you in a way that best meets your needs and helps you start living your life to the fullest.
Laura Oreilly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glen Ellyn, IL 60138
Waitlist for new clients
I like to think of therapy as a time to gain perspective. I think people can gain a "bird's eye view" view of their life from therapy. Most individuals that I have helped come to therapy because they are "stuck". People get stuck in patterns of behaviors or thoughts, or stuck in relationship patterns. Therapy is a turning point in becoming "unstuck"; it is a time of growth and self-discovery and perspective. I welcome the opportunity to talk with you more about my approach and how we can work together.
I like to think of therapy as a time to gain perspective. I think people can gain a "bird's eye view" view of their life from therapy. Most individuals that I have helped come to therapy because they are "stuck". People get stuck in patterns of behaviors or thoughts, or stuck in relationship patterns. Therapy is a turning point in becoming "unstuck"; it is a time of growth and self-discovery and perspective. I welcome the opportunity to talk with you more about my approach and how we can work together.
I enjoy helping patients improve their lives. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I specialize in depression and anxiety that stems from relationship issues, peer issues, work problems, and school issues. Through education, life experiences, a family of my own, and a great deal of empathy, I feel that I can offer unique and confidential treatment. I have worked within private practices, hospitals, trauma centers, hospices and schools. Before counseling, I worked in academics, teaching, and financial institutions. I aim to provide my patients with the highest quality of care possible.
I enjoy helping patients improve their lives. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I specialize in depression and anxiety that stems from relationship issues, peer issues, work problems, and school issues. Through education, life experiences, a family of my own, and a great deal of empathy, I feel that I can offer unique and confidential treatment. I have worked within private practices, hospitals, trauma centers, hospices and schools. Before counseling, I worked in academics, teaching, and financial institutions. I aim to provide my patients with the highest quality of care possible.
Corey Weir
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Therapy can be intimidating. If you're new to therapy I hope to make the whole prosses easy and comfortable. If you are familiar with therapy I hope to make working with me refreshing and a down to earth experience. I work with adults suffering from a variety of issues from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, and generally the suffering that life can bring.
Therapy can be intimidating. If you're new to therapy I hope to make the whole prosses easy and comfortable. If you are familiar with therapy I hope to make working with me refreshing and a down to earth experience. I work with adults suffering from a variety of issues from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, and generally the suffering that life can bring.
Are you struggling with negative thinking, regulating emotions or behavior issues? Are you a new parent feeling overwhelmed? Working together, my approach guides you toward meaningful growth by helping you recognize your own strengths and potential. I work to adjust my therapeutic methods based on your specific needs, fostering a safe space where you feel empowered to overcome life’s challenges and achieve a deeper sense of satisfaction in life and relationships. I love working with individuals of all ages, couples, and parents looking for new parenting skills.
Are you struggling with negative thinking, regulating emotions or behavior issues? Are you a new parent feeling overwhelmed? Working together, my approach guides you toward meaningful growth by helping you recognize your own strengths and potential. I work to adjust my therapeutic methods based on your specific needs, fostering a safe space where you feel empowered to overcome life’s challenges and achieve a deeper sense of satisfaction in life and relationships. I love working with individuals of all ages, couples, and parents looking for new parenting skills.
Colin M Hammer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
I approach the therapeutic relationship from a client-centered lens with an integrative treatment approach. This means that I work with each client to develop a unique treatment plan to address their specific needs. I do not utilize a one size fits all approach and I believe that the client is just as important in this process as the therapist is. I examine all aspects of a client’s perspective including the systems that impact them. Treating the whole person is an important aspect for me in my therapeutic engagement with clients. I believe that every person has value and is worthy of kindness.
I approach the therapeutic relationship from a client-centered lens with an integrative treatment approach. This means that I work with each client to develop a unique treatment plan to address their specific needs. I do not utilize a one size fits all approach and I believe that the client is just as important in this process as the therapist is. I examine all aspects of a client’s perspective including the systems that impact them. Treating the whole person is an important aspect for me in my therapeutic engagement with clients. I believe that every person has value and is worthy of kindness.
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Gottman Method Therapists
How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analyzed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.