Photo of William Lacy, MAMFT, LAMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
William Lacy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAMFT, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Kankakee, IL 60901
Being raised in a family with thirteen siblings, I learned early how to see things from multiple viewpoints. Also, I've learned that it was okay to have different viewpoints and not be wrong, because it was that person's opinion or belief. I became interested in couples and families, because I've learned that there's a difference between being in a relationship and "just" being together with a person or persons. Although it's a human need to want to be in a relationship, it's also a personal responsibility to learn how to be relationship material.
Being raised in a family with thirteen siblings, I learned early how to see things from multiple viewpoints. Also, I've learned that it was okay to have different viewpoints and not be wrong, because it was that person's opinion or belief. I became interested in couples and families, because I've learned that there's a difference between being in a relationship and "just" being together with a person or persons. Although it's a human need to want to be in a relationship, it's also a personal responsibility to learn how to be relationship material.
(815) 916-5109 View (815) 916-5109

Online Therapists

Photo of Maryann DeMatthews Psychotherapy, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maryann DeMatthews Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
Enjoy therapy. I provide in-depth, client specific psychotherapy. I help individuals face and overcome challenges, cultivate hope, and move forward. With comprehensive experience and deep theoretical understanding, I support my clients to move forward safely and securely. I treat clients who have challenges including Personality Disorders, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Anxiety, Panic, Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. End-to-end encrypted telehealth therapy with secure email, video streaming, and intake system.
Enjoy therapy. I provide in-depth, client specific psychotherapy. I help individuals face and overcome challenges, cultivate hope, and move forward. With comprehensive experience and deep theoretical understanding, I support my clients to move forward safely and securely. I treat clients who have challenges including Personality Disorders, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Anxiety, Panic, Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. End-to-end encrypted telehealth therapy with secure email, video streaming, and intake system.
(331) 223-0330 View (331) 223-0330
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Yadira Garcia
LSW, MSW, QMHP
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60617  (Online Only)
“Prioritizing self care means prioritizing inner peace”. I am a bilingual licensed social worker who is passionate about helping others create a positive connection between body and mind. I am here to provide you with unconditional support and work alongside you to achieve your goals. Even through the hardships of life, there is always room for resiliency, growth, and self-care. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and non-judgemental.
“Prioritizing self care means prioritizing inner peace”. I am a bilingual licensed social worker who is passionate about helping others create a positive connection between body and mind. I am here to provide you with unconditional support and work alongside you to achieve your goals. Even through the hardships of life, there is always room for resiliency, growth, and self-care. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and non-judgemental.
(773) 243-4781 View (773) 243-4781
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Aron Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Are you constantly lacking energy or motivation? Feeling lonely or isolated? Anxious or worried way too often? No longer enjoying the things you used to? Are you or your child struggling with any common mental health issue like anxiety, depression, or ADHD? Do family events stress you instead of rejuvenate you? Do you crave connection but then push it away? Healing starts here! As a licensed clinical social worker, I have dedicated the past 7 years to helping people navigate life's challenges.
Are you constantly lacking energy or motivation? Feeling lonely or isolated? Anxious or worried way too often? No longer enjoying the things you used to? Are you or your child struggling with any common mental health issue like anxiety, depression, or ADHD? Do family events stress you instead of rejuvenate you? Do you crave connection but then push it away? Healing starts here! As a licensed clinical social worker, I have dedicated the past 7 years to helping people navigate life's challenges.
(224) 501-9877 View (224) 501-9877
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Rosemary Cairo
Counselor, EdD, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Dr. RoseMary Cairo has been a clinically licensed therapist for over 20 years, and during this time she received her doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision. Dr. Cairo strives to create a warm and safe environment that supports individuals and couples, who are looking to strengthen their lives and relationships emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
Dr. RoseMary Cairo has been a clinically licensed therapist for over 20 years, and during this time she received her doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision. Dr. Cairo strives to create a warm and safe environment that supports individuals and couples, who are looking to strengthen their lives and relationships emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
(224) 365-8666 View (224) 365-8666
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Cindy Recinos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60640  (Online Only)
I'm a multicultural, LGBTQIA+ affirming, sex-positive therapist. I have worked with clients to address issues of desire discrepancy, lack of emotional and physical intimacy, difficulties with orgasm, erectile dysfunction, anxiety, mood dysregulation, substance use disorder, chronic pain, somatic symptoms, and trauma-related disorders.
I'm a multicultural, LGBTQIA+ affirming, sex-positive therapist. I have worked with clients to address issues of desire discrepancy, lack of emotional and physical intimacy, difficulties with orgasm, erectile dysfunction, anxiety, mood dysregulation, substance use disorder, chronic pain, somatic symptoms, and trauma-related disorders.
(773) 906-4051 View (773) 906-4051
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Lotus Trauma Care
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CFTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60620  (Online Only)
At Lotus Trauma Care, each of our clients experience genuine engagement tailored to fit their individual needs. Our therapists are curious of your interests, your strengths, your passion, your motives, and your desires. We are eager to support you in being your best you. We don't assume that we have all the answers to what your path looks like. We know that your experiences are unique and your path needs to be too.
At Lotus Trauma Care, each of our clients experience genuine engagement tailored to fit their individual needs. Our therapists are curious of your interests, your strengths, your passion, your motives, and your desires. We are eager to support you in being your best you. We don't assume that we have all the answers to what your path looks like. We know that your experiences are unique and your path needs to be too.
(872) 814-7004 View (872) 814-7004
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Katherine Elizabeth Siembab
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dekalb, IL 60115
Most people are surviving life instead of learning how to live it with fulfillment and satisfaction. Stressful experiences accumulate over time and steal our sense of control and hope, which is not fair and not necessary. If you want to regain balance and clarity, we can do that. We will identify themes, triggers, and learn to cope and conquer. If you are willing to work hard and be authentic, you can really make some vast changes. Together we can create more compassion, acceptance, and space for yourself to feel grounded and make meaningful growth.
Most people are surviving life instead of learning how to live it with fulfillment and satisfaction. Stressful experiences accumulate over time and steal our sense of control and hope, which is not fair and not necessary. If you want to regain balance and clarity, we can do that. We will identify themes, triggers, and learn to cope and conquer. If you are willing to work hard and be authentic, you can really make some vast changes. Together we can create more compassion, acceptance, and space for yourself to feel grounded and make meaningful growth.
(779) 209-1875 View (779) 209-1875
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Renita Shores-Gaston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rockford, IL 61108
I offer a wide array of counseling services, including individual, family, couples, and group services. Effective Counseling and psychotherapy is founded on mutual understanding and good rapport between client and therapist. My goal is to create a supportive environment in which clients can explore emotional needs and overcome barriers that limit their full potential. I take an open-minded approach to client wellness and considers how each individual's mental, physical, emotional, social and spiritual health impacts their specific situation.
I offer a wide array of counseling services, including individual, family, couples, and group services. Effective Counseling and psychotherapy is founded on mutual understanding and good rapport between client and therapist. My goal is to create a supportive environment in which clients can explore emotional needs and overcome barriers that limit their full potential. I take an open-minded approach to client wellness and considers how each individual's mental, physical, emotional, social and spiritual health impacts their specific situation.
(815) 373-3027 View (815) 373-3027
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Jon Rosenfield
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60626
I have supported adult clients of diverse ages and cultural identities address anxiety, depression, work-related stress, career and life transitions, imposter syndrome, and family of origin issues. In particular, I have extensive experience working with clients navigating early-adulthood as they seek meaning and fulfillment from their work and relationships.
I have supported adult clients of diverse ages and cultural identities address anxiety, depression, work-related stress, career and life transitions, imposter syndrome, and family of origin issues. In particular, I have extensive experience working with clients navigating early-adulthood as they seek meaning and fulfillment from their work and relationships.
(773) 694-1631 View (773) 694-1631
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Audra Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60563  (Online Only)
I am interested in working with clients with all different needs, backgrounds and experiences. I am passionate about working with clients who are ready to have a safe, consistent and effective space to process their therapeutic needs. As an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist, I am enthusiastic to implement this highly effective technique for various matters such as depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and more.
I am interested in working with clients with all different needs, backgrounds and experiences. I am passionate about working with clients who are ready to have a safe, consistent and effective space to process their therapeutic needs. As an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist, I am enthusiastic to implement this highly effective technique for various matters such as depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and more.
(331) 210-9598 View (331) 210-9598
Photo of Sara Lacox, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Sara Lacox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61820
Our daily lives are constantly filled with demands, expectations, and challenges. At times, we may lose sight of our true selves and what truly matters to us. Therapy provides a secure, inviting, and authentic space for individuals to reconnect with their inner selves, process their emotions, and gain valuable insights.
Our daily lives are constantly filled with demands, expectations, and challenges. At times, we may lose sight of our true selves and what truly matters to us. Therapy provides a secure, inviting, and authentic space for individuals to reconnect with their inner selves, process their emotions, and gain valuable insights.
(217) 837-9684 View (217) 837-9684
Photo of Kelly A Fetherling - AMB Behavioral Health Prof. Corp., LCSW, LSW, DBTC, PEL, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
AMB Behavioral Health Prof. Corp.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW, DBTC, PEL
Verified Verified
Downers Grove, IL 60516
My therapeutic purpose is committed to helping people suffering from everyday life-stressors such as relationship problems, family conflicts, work issues, behavior problems in children and adolescents as well as more complex mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. My goal is to help others find empowerment and self-determination through solutions such as self-care, self-acceptance and effective modalities for change to help resolve problems. My services are aimed at meeting each individual where they are currently at in their process of changing and growing towards self-improvement.
My therapeutic purpose is committed to helping people suffering from everyday life-stressors such as relationship problems, family conflicts, work issues, behavior problems in children and adolescents as well as more complex mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. My goal is to help others find empowerment and self-determination through solutions such as self-care, self-acceptance and effective modalities for change to help resolve problems. My services are aimed at meeting each individual where they are currently at in their process of changing and growing towards self-improvement.
(331) 260-9634 View (331) 260-9634
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Two Roads Wellness Clinic
Counselor, LCPC, LMCH
Verified Verified
Danville, IL 61832
Two Roads Wellness Clinic is an integrative mental health clinic that exists to support and empower all people to reach their best selves through emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. It is our desire for each client to feel their best. Maybe you feel stuck or discouraged with an issue/challenge you've had for a while. Allow us to come alongside you; we can often achieve positive outcomes together that are typically much more difficult to experience on your own.
Two Roads Wellness Clinic is an integrative mental health clinic that exists to support and empower all people to reach their best selves through emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. It is our desire for each client to feel their best. Maybe you feel stuck or discouraged with an issue/challenge you've had for a while. Allow us to come alongside you; we can often achieve positive outcomes together that are typically much more difficult to experience on your own.
(217) 203-8689 View (217) 203-8689
Photo of Colleen Kempner, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Colleen Kempner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60641
I am dedicated and passionate about forming a meaningful bond with each client I work with. Empathic, effective, and client-centered mental health care are foundations of my therapeutic practice, and I aspire to create a space that is both welcoming and safe for all clients.
I am dedicated and passionate about forming a meaningful bond with each client I work with. Empathic, effective, and client-centered mental health care are foundations of my therapeutic practice, and I aspire to create a space that is both welcoming and safe for all clients.
(773) 345-9965 View (773) 345-9965
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Dr. Scott Terry
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT, LCPC, MFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
My goal is to help you discover how you can overcome your personal struggles and resolve the issues that are keeping you stuck so that you can live the life you envision for yourself. It's your time now! It's your time to live the life that you are destined to live. It would honor me to serve you now.
My goal is to help you discover how you can overcome your personal struggles and resolve the issues that are keeping you stuck so that you can live the life you envision for yourself. It's your time now! It's your time to live the life that you are destined to live. It would honor me to serve you now.
(847) 264-9049 View (847) 264-9049
Photo of Ruth Mellenthin, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ruth Mellenthin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mount Prospect, IL 60056  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I hold the strong belief that everyone has the right to be heard with an open mind, regardless of their background or circumstances. I see my role as someone to help you understand yourself, ideally to gain insight and healing. As a clinical social worker, my training has shown me that you, the client, will tell me what you need. Some people need support for a single issue, others need to sort out their past, yet others to plan for their future. We will often find that issues are connected, and strive to put the pieces together.
I hold the strong belief that everyone has the right to be heard with an open mind, regardless of their background or circumstances. I see my role as someone to help you understand yourself, ideally to gain insight and healing. As a clinical social worker, my training has shown me that you, the client, will tell me what you need. Some people need support for a single issue, others need to sort out their past, yet others to plan for their future. We will often find that issues are connected, and strive to put the pieces together.
(312) 697-1984 View (312) 697-1984
Photo of Linda Nguyen, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Linda Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rockford, IL 61108
My focus and passion is to help individuals, couples, and families reach their greatest potential and reclaim their sense of well-being emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. I work with individuals to help them overcome and conquer anxiety, depression, loss/grief, chronic stress, relational conflicts, and trauma. I encourage you to come, thrive, and conquer.
My focus and passion is to help individuals, couples, and families reach their greatest potential and reclaim their sense of well-being emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. I work with individuals to help them overcome and conquer anxiety, depression, loss/grief, chronic stress, relational conflicts, and trauma. I encourage you to come, thrive, and conquer.
(815) 249-4534 View (815) 249-4534
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Angelica Chrzascik
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest Park, IL 60130
As a therapist, my goal is to provide my clients with trauma-informed care to guide treatment and walk with them through the process of healing. My passion for mental health stems from the belief that every person is capable of changing their life for the better. I work with teens, adults, and couples with a range of concerns such as trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, and more. As we work together, I aim to build your toolbox of skills to reach for and increase your sense of peace as I provide a space to comfortably discuss any topic. It would be an honor to join you on your journey
As a therapist, my goal is to provide my clients with trauma-informed care to guide treatment and walk with them through the process of healing. My passion for mental health stems from the belief that every person is capable of changing their life for the better. I work with teens, adults, and couples with a range of concerns such as trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, and more. As we work together, I aim to build your toolbox of skills to reach for and increase your sense of peace as I provide a space to comfortably discuss any topic. It would be an honor to join you on your journey
(708) 934-8714 View (708) 934-8714
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Center for Therapeutic Svcs & Psychodiagnostics
Counselor
Verified Verified
McHenry, IL 60050
At Center for Therapeutic Services and Psychodiagnostics, we are committed to helping you with the most comprehensive, holistic services that are established in evidence-based treatment. You are unique and your circumstances are unique! We will apply a broad range of dynamic assessments that are individualized and tailored to fit your unique needs. We take a creative approach to treating complex mental health problems both on an individual and group level.
At Center for Therapeutic Services and Psychodiagnostics, we are committed to helping you with the most comprehensive, holistic services that are established in evidence-based treatment. You are unique and your circumstances are unique! We will apply a broad range of dynamic assessments that are individualized and tailored to fit your unique needs. We take a creative approach to treating complex mental health problems both on an individual and group level.
(779) 704-4110 View (779) 704-4110

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Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.