Behavioral Issues Therapists in Inverness, IL

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Sergio Garcia
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067
I have professional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Think First (approach to anger management) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for trauma in schools.
I am a bilingual therapist, providing psychotherapy to Spanish and English speaking clients. My approach is compassionate and focused on leveraging your strengths to lead towards a worthwhile life. I tailor my approach to the individual with whom I work. This includes their needs, culture, values, personality and goals. Through our work we will examine your thoughts, actions and behaviors and move towards empowering you to realize more purpose, reach higher fulfillment and build your own self esteem. I work with individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents.
I have professional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Think First (approach to anger management) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for trauma in schools.
I am a bilingual therapist, providing psychotherapy to Spanish and English speaking clients. My approach is compassionate and focused on leveraging your strengths to lead towards a worthwhile life. I tailor my approach to the individual with whom I work. This includes their needs, culture, values, personality and goals. Through our work we will examine your thoughts, actions and behaviors and move towards empowering you to realize more purpose, reach higher fulfillment and build your own self esteem. I work with individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents.
(847) 242-2355 View (847) 242-2355
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Dan Colic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067
Provide holistic and strength-based perspective with behavioral, ACT, CBT, DBT-informed, trauma-informed, solution-focused, narrative, and task-centered/skills building treatment approaches that will be adapted to address specific client needs.
Working to address concerns related to mood, anxiety, adjustment concerns, managing trauma, and healing intrapersonal and interpersonal conflict. Addressing those challenges that are getting in the way of fulfilling dreams and objectives; shifting away from maladaptive behaviors to more adaptive behaviors; becoming more empowered to overcome obstacles to live more fulfilling lives.
Provide holistic and strength-based perspective with behavioral, ACT, CBT, DBT-informed, trauma-informed, solution-focused, narrative, and task-centered/skills building treatment approaches that will be adapted to address specific client needs.
Working to address concerns related to mood, anxiety, adjustment concerns, managing trauma, and healing intrapersonal and interpersonal conflict. Addressing those challenges that are getting in the way of fulfilling dreams and objectives; shifting away from maladaptive behaviors to more adaptive behaviors; becoming more empowered to overcome obstacles to live more fulfilling lives.
(224) 529-4234 View (224) 529-4234
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Proactive Behavioral Serv Eunice Hernandez LSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067
My areas of expertise fall within the realms of navigating school issues, child development, trauma, anxiety, self esteem, depression, communication, parenting skills, couples, grief, acculturation impact, life transitions and behavioral issues.
Life can be unexpected and the unexpected can be difficult to navigate. Leaving you to wrestle with your thougths, emotions and behavior. I want to tell you, you're not alone. Anxiety, depression, isolation, pain, trauma, hurt, resentment, anger, fear, grief and other real emotions, if undealt with, can negatively impact your ability to function. I have good news, there is HOPE. With the right therapeutic approach, interventions and strategies, you can become emotionally healthy.
My areas of expertise fall within the realms of navigating school issues, child development, trauma, anxiety, self esteem, depression, communication, parenting skills, couples, grief, acculturation impact, life transitions and behavioral issues.
Life can be unexpected and the unexpected can be difficult to navigate. Leaving you to wrestle with your thougths, emotions and behavior. I want to tell you, you're not alone. Anxiety, depression, isolation, pain, trauma, hurt, resentment, anger, fear, grief and other real emotions, if undealt with, can negatively impact your ability to function. I have good news, there is HOPE. With the right therapeutic approach, interventions and strategies, you can become emotionally healthy.
(224) 267-9689 View (224) 267-9689
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Michelle Kukla
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Inverness, IL 60067
Feeling better is no longer a mystery. This is fantastic news! We no longer need to be stuck in negative mood states, feel paralyzing levels of anxiety & debilitating emotional/physical pain. Instead, our brain can be transformed when the right combination of therapy skills and techniques are utilized. My 15 years of extensive training as a psychologist has uniquely equipped me with the ability to apply integrative and evidenced-based interventions to achieve maximum results. I blend compassion focused therapy, cognitive- behavioral methods, eastern practices and cutting-edge neuroscience to help you rewire the brain for a healthier you! There is hope!
Feeling better is no longer a mystery. This is fantastic news! We no longer need to be stuck in negative mood states, feel paralyzing levels of anxiety & debilitating emotional/physical pain. Instead, our brain can be transformed when the right combination of therapy skills and techniques are utilized. My 15 years of extensive training as a psychologist has uniquely equipped me with the ability to apply integrative and evidenced-based interventions to achieve maximum results. I blend compassion focused therapy, cognitive- behavioral methods, eastern practices and cutting-edge neuroscience to help you rewire the brain for a healthier you! There is hope!
(847) 906-2513 View (847) 906-2513
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Maggie Slavich
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60010
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.
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.
(331) 244-0342 View (331) 244-0342
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Lauren Mickelson
Licensed Social Worker, BA, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Inverness, IL 60067
Lauren strives to create a welcoming, judgement free and safe environment for all clients. She will always meet a client where they are at in the treatment process to maintain client directed sessions and assist in reaching self-set goals and desired outcomes. “You are not alone. You are seen. I am with you." - Shonda Rhimes
Lauren strives to create a welcoming, judgement free and safe environment for all clients. She will always meet a client where they are at in the treatment process to maintain client directed sessions and assist in reaching self-set goals and desired outcomes. “You are not alone. You are seen. I am with you." - Shonda Rhimes
(847) 916-8901 x254 View (847) 916-8901 x254
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Laurie Leahy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067
Children and adolescents are frequently faced with social and emotional challenges at home, school, and in the community. From social media to high pressure academics to traumatic life events, children and adolescents often struggle to simply “feel good”. Through the therapeutic relationship, I support my clients in developing an understanding of their experiences, and subsequent feelings and behaviors. The power of obtaining an understanding and acceptance of their current situation, frequently leads to a feeling of control in managing difficulties, and allows them to move forward to a healthier level of functioning.
Children and adolescents are frequently faced with social and emotional challenges at home, school, and in the community. From social media to high pressure academics to traumatic life events, children and adolescents often struggle to simply “feel good”. Through the therapeutic relationship, I support my clients in developing an understanding of their experiences, and subsequent feelings and behaviors. The power of obtaining an understanding and acceptance of their current situation, frequently leads to a feeling of control in managing difficulties, and allows them to move forward to a healthier level of functioning.
(872) 814-6977 View (872) 814-6977
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Elizabeth Haferkamp
Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Inverness, IL 60067
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with clinical experience working with children, adolescents and families in clinical and school settings. I help my clients learn skills that will help them become the inner self they aspire to be. My areas of focus include anxiety, eating disorders, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, mood disorders, family conflict, and trauma. I help provide a space that allows a person to be themselves without the pressures that society places on each of us.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with clinical experience working with children, adolescents and families in clinical and school settings. I help my clients learn skills that will help them become the inner self they aspire to be. My areas of focus include anxiety, eating disorders, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, mood disorders, family conflict, and trauma. I help provide a space that allows a person to be themselves without the pressures that society places on each of us.
(224) 263-1574 View (224) 263-1574
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Danielle Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Inverness, IL 60067
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.
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.
(847) 649-6263 x250 View (847) 649-6263 x250
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Danika Varady
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Inverness, IL 60067
I believe that creative expression has the ability to reach the deepest part of us, where words may not exist. It can be difficult for clients to talk about the issues that bother them, but I find that making art can open up those conversations easily. I embrace having empathy and understanding for my client's stories in order to accentuate their own strengths and values.
I believe that creative expression has the ability to reach the deepest part of us, where words may not exist. It can be difficult for clients to talk about the issues that bother them, but I find that making art can open up those conversations easily. I embrace having empathy and understanding for my client's stories in order to accentuate their own strengths and values.
(847) 908-9982 View (847) 908-9982
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Lonnie Joy Sommer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067
My mission is to create a safe, calm, inclusive, and nonjudgmental therapeutic space. As an embodied listener, I am honored to hold others’ stories in confidence and help uncover their deeply held understanding and expertise of their lives from a strengths-based perspective. I am exceptionally awed at the incremental freedom that comes from engaging stories of harm, trauma, and abuse. The beauty freedom produces led me to seek certification in narrative-focused trauma therapy.
My mission is to create a safe, calm, inclusive, and nonjudgmental therapeutic space. As an embodied listener, I am honored to hold others’ stories in confidence and help uncover their deeply held understanding and expertise of their lives from a strengths-based perspective. I am exceptionally awed at the incremental freedom that comes from engaging stories of harm, trauma, and abuse. The beauty freedom produces led me to seek certification in narrative-focused trauma therapy.
(847) 221-6082 x252 View (847) 221-6082 x252
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Lilly Crimmins
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067  (Online Only)
Sometimes during your journey in life, or in the journeys of persons close to us, we get lost. Ideally, there is a book nearby when lost that tells us specifically how to solve life's challenges. If such a book exists, I've not encountered one. During such times, the practice of psychotherapy is often the "book" and answers we seek. Lilly is a licensed clinical professional counselor who provides therapy for adolescents, adults and families. Her caring and energetic approach involves collaboration with clients and if applicable, families. She integrates all aspects of a person to best help.
Sometimes during your journey in life, or in the journeys of persons close to us, we get lost. Ideally, there is a book nearby when lost that tells us specifically how to solve life's challenges. If such a book exists, I've not encountered one. During such times, the practice of psychotherapy is often the "book" and answers we seek. Lilly is a licensed clinical professional counselor who provides therapy for adolescents, adults and families. Her caring and energetic approach involves collaboration with clients and if applicable, families. She integrates all aspects of a person to best help.
(847) 584-1076 View (847) 584-1076
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Jerry Sullivan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067
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.
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.
(847) 242-2368 View (847) 242-2368
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Hannah Heitkotter
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067
I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that honors the individual as a whole within a safe, nonjudgmental space. My approach is person-centered, focusing on each client’s unique experiences and empowering them to strive toward their goals. I integrate mindfulness, strength identification, and artmaking into my therapeutic practice to help clients navigate their journeys. Through artistic expression, I guide clients in finding their voice to convey these complex thoughts and feelings.
I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that honors the individual as a whole within a safe, nonjudgmental space. My approach is person-centered, focusing on each client’s unique experiences and empowering them to strive toward their goals. I integrate mindfulness, strength identification, and artmaking into my therapeutic practice to help clients navigate their journeys. Through artistic expression, I guide clients in finding their voice to convey these complex thoughts and feelings.
(847) 463-1654 View (847) 463-1654
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Jin Lee
Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPC
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067
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!
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!
(847) 379-1744 View (847) 379-1744
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Becki Benson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MHA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067
I believe you are the expert on your life. I will work with you to reach your goals, whatever they may be. I meet you where you are and work with you. The motto of my office is "We can cry and we can swear, we don't judge, but we care."
I believe you are the expert on your life. I will work with you to reach your goals, whatever they may be. I meet you where you are and work with you. The motto of my office is "We can cry and we can swear, we don't judge, but we care."
(847) 242-2591 View (847) 242-2591
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Ashley Yergler
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(847) 892-1506 View (847) 892-1506
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Bruce N. Christensen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067  (Online Only)
Are you feeling lost, confused, maybe somewhat hopeless? If so, I help individuals, couples and families to understand and learn to deal more effectively with the difficult, stressful realities that lie behind such - realities that contribute to the anxiety, depression, anger and emotional turmoil that initially brought them to seek help through counseling.
Are you feeling lost, confused, maybe somewhat hopeless? If so, I help individuals, couples and families to understand and learn to deal more effectively with the difficult, stressful realities that lie behind such - realities that contribute to the anxiety, depression, anger and emotional turmoil that initially brought them to seek help through counseling.
(847) 908-3675 View (847) 908-3675
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Lisa Bohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Inverness, IL 60010
Welcome to a safe space where your stories are honored. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to guiding individuals through the intricate narratives of their lives, particularly focusing on anxiety and its impact on our stories. With a compassionate approach and a deep understanding of the human experience, I'm here to help you navigate the chapters of your life with resilience and empowerment.
Welcome to a safe space where your stories are honored. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to guiding individuals through the intricate narratives of their lives, particularly focusing on anxiety and its impact on our stories. With a compassionate approach and a deep understanding of the human experience, I'm here to help you navigate the chapters of your life with resilience and empowerment.
(847) 565-2021 View (847) 565-2021
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Aleks Kico
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Inverness, IL 60067
You matter, and your needs are important. Embracing change and seeking self-improvement are natural parts of life, and should be viewed as opportunities rather than burdens. While strained relationships, overwhelming emotions, feeling stuck in uncertainty and worry, or adjusting to life transitions may have brought you here, I trust that these can also become great initiations towards a more refined and ideal version of yourself, and the life you wish to live. If you feel ready to embark on a journey toward deeper self-understanding and experience more fulfilling relationships, I am here, and ready to walk side by side with you.
You matter, and your needs are important. Embracing change and seeking self-improvement are natural parts of life, and should be viewed as opportunities rather than burdens. While strained relationships, overwhelming emotions, feeling stuck in uncertainty and worry, or adjusting to life transitions may have brought you here, I trust that these can also become great initiations towards a more refined and ideal version of yourself, and the life you wish to live. If you feel ready to embark on a journey toward deeper self-understanding and experience more fulfilling relationships, I am here, and ready to walk side by side with you.
(847) 565-2130 View (847) 565-2130
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Behavioral Issues Therapists

What happens in therapy for behavioral issues?

No matter the type of therapy, individuals form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is often therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Individuals learn to identify situations that are especially troublesome for them and acquire new patterns of thinking and behaving. In therapy for ADHD, one of the most common behavior issues for children, individuals learn how to improve frustration tolerance, control impulsivity, manage attentional focus, and gain skills of self-organisation.

What therapy types help with behavioral issues?

Many types of therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Perhaps best-known and most widely tested is cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT), in which individuals learn new behavioral strategies and curb reactivity to frustrating or distressing situations that trigger disruptive behaviour. Anger, anxiety, mood disorders, impulse control problems are commonly addressed in CBT. Family therapy or parent management training is often helpful to reduce parent-child conflict and behavioral difficulties at home.

How long does therapy last for behavioral issues?

Among popular approaches to treating behavioral concerns, CBT is considered a short-term therapy intended to be administered in 15 to 20 weekly sessions. Parent training in behavior management, often used when the underlying cause of behavior issues is ADHD in children under 12, usually occurs in weekly sessions for 8 to 16 weeks. When behavioral issues stem from persistent aggression or defiance, therapy may last for months, and usually targets both children and their parents.

How effective is therapy for behavior issues?

Studies show that therapy for behavior issues in children is highly effective and may prevent the development of antisocial behavior later in life. Family intervention—parent management training or family therapy, both of which involve parents and children together—is considered most effective, notably for children under age 12 who persistently engage in aggressive, defiant, rule-breaking or other disruptive behavior. Whether provided alone or in combination with medication, CBT is highly effective in helping people regulate their emotions, and for people with ADHD, it addresses impulsiveness, hyperactivity and attentional focus.