Anxiety Therapists in Inverness, IL

Finding a therapist can be an overwhelming task. Life can be full of complexities that can be difficult to navigate. Considering that you may be feeling sad or overwhelmed, I commend you for taking the brave first steps towards taking care of yourself. I believe in the value and worth of the person and that we all possess strengths to help us in the journey of life. If you have been feeling stuck, we can work together to uncover what is holding you back and help you to develop the tools that will move you forward.

Self esteem and confidence is something that I work on with every client I treat. While I work with adults of all ages, I specialize in treating millennial issues such as failure to launch, relationship issues, moving through past traumas, feeling stuck/uncertain, and planning for the future. In addition, I treat issues related to hopelessness, low confidence, and low motivation. I work with my clients to help them understand themselves as a whole, instead of focusing only on their symptoms.

Feeling like you've been stuck lately? Do you want someone to talk to? We all need someone to understand us when we feel overwhelmed. I want my clients to be able to explore their vulnerabilities, stressors, & make positive & organic changes to their lives. Everything needs to be taken day by day & slowly. Nothing can be changed over night, but together we can work together.

Change is hard. We all hit a rough patch from time to time where we can use some help navigating the challenges of work/school, relationships, or any of life’s challenges. Or perhaps, you’ve been struggling with a long term issue on your own and need some help in working it through. As a clinical psychologist with 25+ years experience, I see my role as helping patients to find their strengths and identify opportunities towards building a more productive coping strategy. This may include focusing on changes in thoughts, feelings and/or behaviors. Every individual and every situation is unique and deserves a unique solution.

I have a passion for guiding people through various stages of life from the teenage years to the golden years. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate their way of living when emotional, mental, spiritual, and relational problems are too much to handle on their own. You do not have to work through these things on your own!

Do you ever feel hijacked by your thoughts or feelings? Like they have taken over your body and you can't seem to get back in control. Do you notice you keep ending up in the same toxic relationship? There's an explanation for that, and I can help.

Every client matters and deserves a great experience. Our team values healing the root of your discomfort so you can finally stop managing symptoms. We provide an evidence-based, holistic approach through clinical therapists and our nervous system regulation specialist tailored to your individual needs. We collaborate with local functional doctors and truly psychiatrists when helpful.

I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive space where we can collaborate openly and honestly in an effort to help you reach your goals. Life can feel overwhelming and exhausting. How wonderful that you have taken the courageous step of finding meaningful and intentional ways of achieving your goals. I believe in you, and I'm here to help you. ​

I’ve been a psychotherapist, adjunct psychology professor, clinical supervisor, and trainer. My approach is collaborative, and I consider the whole person: we need to pay attention to our bodies, feelings, thoughts, and relationships. We often feel best when we have a sense of integration … congruency within ourselves, relationships, and how we operate with the world and circumstances around us. Our bodies and brains function as one, and I honor and deeply appreciate our body’s wonderful sense to do what it needs to do to keep us safe physically, emotionally, and relationally, and to detect any type of “threat” to our well-being.

Life is not easy; we can become stuck or feel alone as we try to navigate it. Are you finding yourself experiencing repeated stressors, going through a life transition, processing a loss, having difficulty with relational connections, or finding wounds resurfacing? I am here to meet you in a non-judgmental way to help you through whatever you are facing. My goal is to be able to provide you with support to better equip you to face life’s ups and downs. I can work with you to break through habitual patterns, gain deeper connections, live more authentically, and find healing from your past and current situations.

Why do I feel like this? What should I do? The challenges we face can sometimes make it difficult to see a way out. I strongly believe that there is a way out. You don’t have to just endure it; you can be amidst challenges and find strength and purpose. There is transformative power in self-discovery. By embracing and integrating all aspects of ourselves we can live a life in alignment with what we value.

I want to see the world as you see it, witness what you have done to survive, and help you remove the obstacles blocking your path toward growth and freedom. Who you are and how you behave are shaped by your experiences, thoughts, and beliefs. Although we can have gratitude for what has helped you survive, it may no longer serve you. I am a growth-focused and compassionate professional with hands-on experience in delivering practical and emotional support to a wide range of clients. I use an integrative approach to treat the whole person instead of symptoms attributed to multiple diagnoses.

I have been thoroughly trained in trauma, specifically the effects of trauma on the brain, behavior, and relationships. I have a strong awareness of how trauma can be a cause of other mental health issues that may hinder learning or moving forward in other areas of life. Working with adolescents and young adults is a strong passion of mine, covering an array of issues including, but not limited to ADHD, anger issues, self harm, childhood trauma, family/relationship problems.

I enjoy working with individuals of all ages including geriatrics. The majority of my experience has been with children and adolescents with emotional disorders, behavioral disorders, autism, and PANS/ PANDAS. I have experience working with individuals with traumatic stress. I am effective at helping individuals cope with major and minor life stresses. I perform diagnostic evaluations for individuals of all ages including cognitive, emotional, and personality assessment that can be used to inform therapeutic intervention and gain resources outside of therapy. I am passionate about helping individuals of diverse backgrounds.

Life provides us with many challenges and occasional obstacles in our path. It is natural to feel stuck or overwhelmed at times. I'm here to offer a different lens and help you create a new perspective. By offering insights and challenging the behaviors, emotions and beliefs that are no longer serving you, space is created for healthier patterns to develop. Our work together will support you in your journey to find your authentic self. As a Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider, my approach to healing and wellness is a holistic one. By developing a healthy mind, body and spirit meaningful change is possible.

Are you struggling with Anxiety (chronic, panic, social, or situational), your relationship(s), mild-moderate Depression, or Unresolved Childhood Wounds/ Trauma? Do any of these sound like you? Stressed to the max, avoiding certain situations, unable to focus/ losing sleep from endless worry, stuck in patterns of conflict & misunderstanding, hopeless/ helpless/ minimal energy, stuck in shame "not enough"/, you have reactions in the present that seem disproportionate, or you are "triggered" often. If so, I'd love to help.

Finding a counselor that you connect with is an invaluable part of the counseling process. Building an honest and open therapeutic relationship is the foundation to personal growth. I believe that my counseling style and personality allow for others to feel comfortable exploring issues that they might be facing. I have over 20 years professional experience as a counselor helping people overcome many of life’s challenges. Whether in crisis or managing ongoing issues, I work with each individual to create goals and work towards recapturing the balance, peace and joy they desire in their lives.

Struggles are a normal part of life and sometimes we get stuck. I create a safe, comfortable environment for my clients that facilitates healing and growth. I value the relational connections that are developed through counseling. Working hand in hand with my clients, we combine my training and experience with their expertise about who they are, what brought them in and where they want to go. I help people find comfort in their emotions, equipping them with skills and insight in order to manage and benefit from them, rather than be controlled by them.