Attachment-based Therapists in Glendale Heights, IL

To say that change is difficult is an understatement. Sudden changes in life can leave us reeling with losses, or struggling to cope. It can feel painful to approach change due to barriers such as shame, guilt, resentment, and fear. In the counseling relationship, I strive to create an environment of compassion and trust, in which clients can work through these difficult emotions while knowing they are supported and heard. My role is to walk alongside the client, centering their unique journey, while helping empower them to achieve their goals. Please go to our website to fill out our Google Form if you want to schedule an appt!

In a word, my approach to therapy is relational. I am at my best when I am centered, curious and genuinely engaged in my client's experience... exploring, nuancing and understanding their unique perspective and the struggles they are facing. I believe in the importance of finding the right "fit" between client and therapist and it is for that reason that I strive to be authentic and fully engaged in every session. My training, areas of specialization and personal style are well suited for those who might be seeking to go deeper in their understanding of themselves and their relationships.

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).

Hi! I'm Catherine! I am a relationship therapist who is passionate about helping you improve your connections with the ones you love, as well as the relationship you have with yourself. I have experience in both private practice and hospital-based mental health care throughout my career. I love working individuals looking to take control of their lives again. And premarital couples who want to understand themselves and each other on a deeper level and feel confident going into their marriage. I also have specialized training in working with pregnant and post partum women and families in any stage of the journey to parenthood.

Is life feeling overwhelming or heavy? Experiencing anxiety, depression, or the effects of past trauma in your life? I believe that therapy can be a place of hope and possibility, by providing a safe, and collaborative therapeutic environment to process and heal. My goal is to help clients learn to cope with life’s challenges in healthy ways, make healthy decisions, and to gain a better understanding of themselves. I believe that by taking a holistic and trauma-informed approach in therapy, the individual can be more self-aware and continue to create the life they want.

You have an innate capacity for inner peace, intuitive wisdom, and boundless love. It is through mindfulness-based strategies, rewriting your story, and fearless curiosity that we might venture to illuminate your best life.

Understanding that everyone that comes to therapy is looking for change is the approach that I take when initiating services with clients. I look for strengths that are innate in my clients and work to build with them in order to formulate a cohesive approach to care. I am bilingual (Spanish/English) and bicultural (I am part of the Latine' community). I have helped teens, adults, families and couples move from surviving to thriving. I utilize evidence based modalities such as Solution Focus, CBT, Motivational Interviewing and Narrative therapies. My approach is pragmatic and cooperative with my clients.

Joy. Transformation. Growth. Hope. Fulfillment. Connection. Is this what your heart is longing for? Most people, if connected to their desires, deeply yearn for these things but are limited in how much they can experience them due to pain and brokenness. My passion is walking alongside others as they journey towards healing and transformation. You don't have to struggle in isolation. Whatever your obstacles are to joyful life and fulfilling relationships, together we can begin working on overcoming those!

Hey there! My name is Alex. Life can be a tricky journey, sometimes it is full of excitement and fun, and other times it can really be tough. I don't believe we were created to walk this life alone, especially through those difficult moments. That's where therapy comes in. To be honest with you, I don't have the power to change you and that is not my goal. My job as a therapist is to come alongside you and help you rediscover yourself and your potential. With a greater understanding of who you are and where you have been, comes the opportunity for change to create a new normal.

We are an outpatient virtual group practice. We offer individual therapy, diagnostic evaluation, and family support. Our practice specializes in neurodivergent diagnoses including ADHD and Autism, as well as sensory and learning difference. We are experienced in treating co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, eating disorders, conflict with family of origin, job-related stress, relationship issues, life transitions, loss, and chronic health concerns. We are knowledgeable about women's health, sex differences in neurodivergent presentations, and we support the queer community.

Is your pregnancy or postpartum experience different than you had hoped? Are you feeling out of sorts, down or anxious? Are you feeling isolated or overwhelmed in your parenting journey? You are not alone and there is help. I provide a non-judgmental space where you can feel safe and understood. I specialize in maternal mental health that addresses pregnancy/postpartum care, trauma, adoption and parenting.

My ideal client is anyone willing to come to counseling and be open to the process! Regardless of where a client may be starting from or what they’re hoping to accomplish, I believe that anyone who is willing to show up and engage in the therapeutic process can benefit, and I am happy to guide and support them on their journey. I believe I would be an especially good fit for those clients who want to learn more about themselves and the “why” behind their feelings, behaviors, and thoughts; hope to develop a deeper, more genuine connection with themselves and others; and can appreciate some gentle challenging when appropriate.