Anxiety Therapists in Highland, IL
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These have related to empowering the individual towards developing skills to work through Depression, Anxiety, Grief, ADHD, Bipolar disorders, relationship building, and the individuals role in their family dynamic.
We all have a story with puzzle pieces that we sometimes can't see how they fit. My hope and passion is to help identify how these pieces can be placed to help make sense of who we are and how we can fit them in to make us feel less confused. I have discovered that helping and healing is my calling and have worked on these puzzles with adults, families, couples, and young people. My hope and goal is to help individuals feel comfortable in a non-judgmental safe space to work through the difficulties they are experiencing towards their goals of self growth, and an encouraging atmosphere to help the individual not feel so alone.
These have related to empowering the individual towards developing skills to work through Depression, Anxiety, Grief, ADHD, Bipolar disorders, relationship building, and the individuals role in their family dynamic.
We all have a story with puzzle pieces that we sometimes can't see how they fit. My hope and passion is to help identify how these pieces can be placed to help make sense of who we are and how we can fit them in to make us feel less confused. I have discovered that helping and healing is my calling and have worked on these puzzles with adults, families, couples, and young people. My hope and goal is to help individuals feel comfortable in a non-judgmental safe space to work through the difficulties they are experiencing towards their goals of self growth, and an encouraging atmosphere to help the individual not feel so alone.
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Dan Free
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Highland, IL 62249
Waitlist for new clients
I counsel adults with a variety of issues including (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, grief, career, relationship or family problems, pre-marital, and spiritual difficulties.
Whether you're struggling with a difficult situation, or would like to invest in improving a relationship, taking the first steps to find a counselor can be daunting. We all have struggles and need help from time to time. It's important to find a competent counselor that you can trust. I consider it a privilege to be a counselor, to be invited into my client's stories, and to walk along-side them in the midst of the challenges they are facing.
I counsel adults with a variety of issues including (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, grief, career, relationship or family problems, pre-marital, and spiritual difficulties.
Whether you're struggling with a difficult situation, or would like to invest in improving a relationship, taking the first steps to find a counselor can be daunting. We all have struggles and need help from time to time. It's important to find a competent counselor that you can trust. I consider it a privilege to be a counselor, to be invited into my client's stories, and to walk along-side them in the midst of the challenges they are facing.
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Victoria Magruder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW, PEL
Verified Verified
Highland, IL 62249
Understanding the prevalence of anxiety in today's world, I have a particular focus on helping individuals manage and overcome anxiety challenges.
Hello! I'm Victoria Magruder, a passionate LCSW dedicated to helping adolescents and young adults navigate the complexities of life transitions and anxiety. My mission is to provide a safe & supportive space where individuals can build resilience, find clarity, and embrace positive change. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, recognizing the unique challenges they face during pivotal life transitions. Whether it's the pressures of academic and career decisions, changes in relationships, or the general uncertainty that can accompany this stage of life, I am here to offer guidance and support.
Understanding the prevalence of anxiety in today's world, I have a particular focus on helping individuals manage and overcome anxiety challenges.
Hello! I'm Victoria Magruder, a passionate LCSW dedicated to helping adolescents and young adults navigate the complexities of life transitions and anxiety. My mission is to provide a safe & supportive space where individuals can build resilience, find clarity, and embrace positive change. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, recognizing the unique challenges they face during pivotal life transitions. Whether it's the pressures of academic and career decisions, changes in relationships, or the general uncertainty that can accompany this stage of life, I am here to offer guidance and support.
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Taking the first step towards making a change can be an intimidating process. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, or are going through a challenging life event, I provide an empathetic, nonjudgmental environment where we can explore and work towards your individual goals.
Taking the first step towards making a change can be an intimidating process. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, or are going through a challenging life event, I provide an empathetic, nonjudgmental environment where we can explore and work towards your individual goals.
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Shyanna Kirby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR, Trained
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Highland, IL 62249 (Online Only)
Shyanna focuses on helping with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, panic disorders, depression and stress-related issues.
You might find that in this moment, you are facing uncertainties about your identity and purpose, experiencing a sense of being adrift. It is possible that your current circumstances do not align with the plans you had envisioned for yourself. Adapting to a significant life transition might be presenting challenges for you as you navigate this uncharted territory. It's likely that the influence of your past experiences is shaping your current feelings and actions. Shyanna provides a tailored approach to therapy designed to meet your specific needs, ensuring that support is readily available for you.
Shyanna focuses on helping with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, panic disorders, depression and stress-related issues.
You might find that in this moment, you are facing uncertainties about your identity and purpose, experiencing a sense of being adrift. It is possible that your current circumstances do not align with the plans you had envisioned for yourself. Adapting to a significant life transition might be presenting challenges for you as you navigate this uncharted territory. It's likely that the influence of your past experiences is shaping your current feelings and actions. Shyanna provides a tailored approach to therapy designed to meet your specific needs, ensuring that support is readily available for you.
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Do you struggle with fluctuating emotions, repetitive thoughts, trouble focusing, social deficits, anxiety, impulsivity, or is your child struggling emotionally, or behaviorally? It may feel like it, but you are not alone! We will work together to effectively understand and naturally manage your emotional health by providing a private, safe, and supportive environment. We will work to foster real change that will lead to personal success.
Do you struggle with fluctuating emotions, repetitive thoughts, trouble focusing, social deficits, anxiety, impulsivity, or is your child struggling emotionally, or behaviorally? It may feel like it, but you are not alone! We will work together to effectively understand and naturally manage your emotional health by providing a private, safe, and supportive environment. We will work to foster real change that will lead to personal success.
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Therapy is sometimes perceived as a one sided conversation without experiences of meeting and talking with someone as a real person. I can assure you, I am as real as it gets! I work with clients that suffer from various issues like ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, etc., to ensure you are able to cope with these while working through every day life in a realistic manner. Life is too short to feel like you have to only go through the motions every day, you should be living your best life, despite life's ups and downs.
Therapy is sometimes perceived as a one sided conversation without experiences of meeting and talking with someone as a real person. I can assure you, I am as real as it gets! I work with clients that suffer from various issues like ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, etc., to ensure you are able to cope with these while working through every day life in a realistic manner. Life is too short to feel like you have to only go through the motions every day, you should be living your best life, despite life's ups and downs.
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You know something is wrong, but you are not sure what it is, why it happened, or how to fix it. You think you probably need help, but it's hard to know where to start. You worry about being overmedicated or wasting your time. You want to figure out, once and for all, what is going on and how to take care of it. Does this sound familiar?
You know something is wrong, but you are not sure what it is, why it happened, or how to fix it. You think you probably need help, but it's hard to know where to start. You worry about being overmedicated or wasting your time. You want to figure out, once and for all, what is going on and how to take care of it. Does this sound familiar?
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Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
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Do you feel overwhelmed with some of your life circumstances? Have you experienced trauma: a divorce, job-loss, traumatic birth, difficult diagnosis, or domestic violence? Are you depressed, struggling with low self-esteem, lacking motivation, or needing help transitioning through life? I believe that every individual has what it takes to succeed and live a fulfilling life. Sometimes, we have to go through the darkest storms to see the brightest rainbows. Without the right tools and a safe non-judgmental space, it may feel impossible to weather the storm on your own.
Do you feel overwhelmed with some of your life circumstances? Have you experienced trauma: a divorce, job-loss, traumatic birth, difficult diagnosis, or domestic violence? Are you depressed, struggling with low self-esteem, lacking motivation, or needing help transitioning through life? I believe that every individual has what it takes to succeed and live a fulfilling life. Sometimes, we have to go through the darkest storms to see the brightest rainbows. Without the right tools and a safe non-judgmental space, it may feel impossible to weather the storm on your own.
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Sometimes in life we struggle with understanding why or how we ended up where we have. I believe that most of us attempt to manage the best we can given our current circumstances, struggles and challenges. Even then life can still seem insurmountable. I want you to know that change is possible, but doing it alone may feel like an added burden. I will work with you collaboratively to navigate the challenges at hand. My goal is to provide an unbiased, welcoming, and therapeutic environment.
Sometimes in life we struggle with understanding why or how we ended up where we have. I believe that most of us attempt to manage the best we can given our current circumstances, struggles and challenges. Even then life can still seem insurmountable. I want you to know that change is possible, but doing it alone may feel like an added burden. I will work with you collaboratively to navigate the challenges at hand. My goal is to provide an unbiased, welcoming, and therapeutic environment.
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As a person-centered therapist with over fifteen years of experience in working with clients of all ages, I will meet you where you are at mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I will help you embark on a journey to greater peace, happiness, and self-satisfaction. Whether you're having difficulty coping with life's many stressors, are feeling down, lacking motivation, or struggling to define and set meaningful goals for your life, I'm here to provide you with empathic support and guidance as you face life's many challenges.
As a person-centered therapist with over fifteen years of experience in working with clients of all ages, I will meet you where you are at mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I will help you embark on a journey to greater peace, happiness, and self-satisfaction. Whether you're having difficulty coping with life's many stressors, are feeling down, lacking motivation, or struggling to define and set meaningful goals for your life, I'm here to provide you with empathic support and guidance as you face life's many challenges.
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No two people are alike and that's the same way I treat therapy. Your therapy is just that.. yours. I take a multidisciplinary and individualized approach to offer support that is genuine and non-judgmental. I offer a comfortable atmosphere that allows for genuine growth that creates a positive change.
No two people are alike and that's the same way I treat therapy. Your therapy is just that.. yours. I take a multidisciplinary and individualized approach to offer support that is genuine and non-judgmental. I offer a comfortable atmosphere that allows for genuine growth that creates a positive change.
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Courage isn’t having the strength to go on - it is going on when you don’t feel like you have the strength. You need an immense amount of courage to stay the course and struggle even when you are almost ready to give up on life. I am here to listen, and walk beside you even when it feels like everything and maybe everyone is against you.
Courage isn’t having the strength to go on - it is going on when you don’t feel like you have the strength. You need an immense amount of courage to stay the course and struggle even when you are almost ready to give up on life. I am here to listen, and walk beside you even when it feels like everything and maybe everyone is against you.
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I specialize in testing services ranging from the identification / diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, autism, learning & intellectual disabilities) to complex psychiatric presentations in which mood, personality, social, and cognitive factors may be at play. My goal is to empower individuals who are struggling with emotional, behavioral, social regulations, or other challenges to utilize their strengths to achieve their goals. These goals vary by individual; from goals to improve their academic or occupational functioning, foster healthier relationships, take control of emotional responses, or to understand themselves.
I specialize in testing services ranging from the identification / diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, autism, learning & intellectual disabilities) to complex psychiatric presentations in which mood, personality, social, and cognitive factors may be at play. My goal is to empower individuals who are struggling with emotional, behavioral, social regulations, or other challenges to utilize their strengths to achieve their goals. These goals vary by individual; from goals to improve their academic or occupational functioning, foster healthier relationships, take control of emotional responses, or to understand themselves.
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Rome wasn't built in a day" is often a quote I attach to therapy. Therapy is building a vision for yourself that you're happy with that will keep you going from day to day. Life is often seen as half empty or half full and it's my job to help you see that life has all sorts of unexpected positives. Throughout therapy some things might be considered difficult or challenging, but as your therapist it's my goal to make sure that we come out the other end better than the session prior.
Rome wasn't built in a day" is often a quote I attach to therapy. Therapy is building a vision for yourself that you're happy with that will keep you going from day to day. Life is often seen as half empty or half full and it's my job to help you see that life has all sorts of unexpected positives. Throughout therapy some things might be considered difficult or challenging, but as your therapist it's my goal to make sure that we come out the other end better than the session prior.
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Hi there, my name is Rosa King. I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I primarily work with adults who needs assistance with their anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, career problems, etc. My approach to therapy is really hands-on. I use psychoeducation in treatment so clients can understand and apply coping skills outside of therapy. My clientele typically consists of 18+ adults who are diagnosed with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, bipolar disorder, ADHD, relationship issues, emotional childhood trauma, etc.
Hi there, my name is Rosa King. I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I primarily work with adults who needs assistance with their anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, career problems, etc. My approach to therapy is really hands-on. I use psychoeducation in treatment so clients can understand and apply coping skills outside of therapy. My clientele typically consists of 18+ adults who are diagnosed with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, bipolar disorder, ADHD, relationship issues, emotional childhood trauma, etc.
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Michelle Barraco Hatchett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Alhambra, IL 62001
Conditions I have treated most frequently include depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance abuse as well as general life stressors and relationship conflict.
I am Michelle Barraco Hatchett, a masters level psychotherapist, licensed clinical professional counselor(LCPC) and certified drug and alcohol counselor (CADC). In my 15 years of clinical experience, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults challenged with a variety of mental health and life concerns including but my limited to depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma and substance use. I strive to create an emotionally supportive, non-judgmental and safe environment while providing clinical insight to guide my clients through treatment.
Conditions I have treated most frequently include depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance abuse as well as general life stressors and relationship conflict.
I am Michelle Barraco Hatchett, a masters level psychotherapist, licensed clinical professional counselor(LCPC) and certified drug and alcohol counselor (CADC). In my 15 years of clinical experience, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults challenged with a variety of mental health and life concerns including but my limited to depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma and substance use. I strive to create an emotionally supportive, non-judgmental and safe environment while providing clinical insight to guide my clients through treatment.
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Erin has experience working with clients to address: trauma, addiction, grief, ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, borderline personality disorders, co-dependence, and relationship conflict by teaching CBT, DBT, coping, and communication skills using Adlerian, Choice, Existential, Rogerian, and Solution-Focused Theories.
Erin has 5 years of clinical counseling experience, from residential, inpatient and outpatient care. Erin has passion to work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples as healthy relationships are the foundation for support to overcome hardships and trauma to create a more meaningful life. I prefer to work with adults and children who have past trauma experiences who need to develop coping and communication skills to express needs, set boundaries and manage emotions.
Erin has experience working with clients to address: trauma, addiction, grief, ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, borderline personality disorders, co-dependence, and relationship conflict by teaching CBT, DBT, coping, and communication skills using Adlerian, Choice, Existential, Rogerian, and Solution-Focused Theories.
Erin has 5 years of clinical counseling experience, from residential, inpatient and outpatient care. Erin has passion to work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples as healthy relationships are the foundation for support to overcome hardships and trauma to create a more meaningful life. I prefer to work with adults and children who have past trauma experiences who need to develop coping and communication skills to express needs, set boundaries and manage emotions.
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Welcome! My name is Fadumo Omar and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience. My client focus currently is individual and couples. However, I have experience working with teens and families. I have experience treating mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, relational issues, life transitions, pre-marital/marital issues, grief, immigration-related issues, ADHD, and cultural issues. Although I have a designated working model that I utilize to help clients navigate presenting concerns, I make it a priority to match a client's learning style to effectively promote their path to healing.
Welcome! My name is Fadumo Omar and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience. My client focus currently is individual and couples. However, I have experience working with teens and families. I have experience treating mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, relational issues, life transitions, pre-marital/marital issues, grief, immigration-related issues, ADHD, and cultural issues. Although I have a designated working model that I utilize to help clients navigate presenting concerns, I make it a priority to match a client's learning style to effectively promote their path to healing.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.