Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Libertyville, IL
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Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
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Brooke Projansky
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
Hello! My name is Brooke Projansky and I graduated with a master’s degree from Roosevelt University and have specialty in drug and alcohol counseling. I love working with teens and adults struggling with trauma, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders or anyone who just needs a little help figuring out their next steps in life.
Hello! My name is Brooke Projansky and I graduated with a master’s degree from Roosevelt University and have specialty in drug and alcohol counseling. I love working with teens and adults struggling with trauma, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders or anyone who just needs a little help figuring out their next steps in life.
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Gretchen Clemens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
Empowering women and adolescent girls to assert their needs and ask for care and respect is the cornerstone of my practice. Taking care of yourself can be hard to do in dysfunctional relationships, divorce situations, or when you are struggling with social anxiety. My goal is to help you identify your individual strengths, gifts and talents and begin to rely on them to effectively maneuver yourself through your struggles. I believe by recognizing patterns of behavior and gaining confidence in yourself, you can choose a different path and the end result will be a calmer, happier, more-fulfilling life.
Empowering women and adolescent girls to assert their needs and ask for care and respect is the cornerstone of my practice. Taking care of yourself can be hard to do in dysfunctional relationships, divorce situations, or when you are struggling with social anxiety. My goal is to help you identify your individual strengths, gifts and talents and begin to rely on them to effectively maneuver yourself through your struggles. I believe by recognizing patterns of behavior and gaining confidence in yourself, you can choose a different path and the end result will be a calmer, happier, more-fulfilling life.
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Fred J Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
Do you ever just wonder? Perhaps you ask "What am I doing in my life?", or "Why do I feel (or not feel) the way I do?", or "Is this it?". Maybe you feel stuck, or you are not living the life you want to live, or are unhappy with yourself, your relationships, your career, or struggle with your mental health. All of these things, and more, are part of being human-and it can be really hard! As a therapist who worked for over 25 years as a carpenter I asked those questions of myself. Often our lack of answers to these questions manifests as anxiety, depression, addiction, shame, relationship issues, self esteem problems, and more.
Do you ever just wonder? Perhaps you ask "What am I doing in my life?", or "Why do I feel (or not feel) the way I do?", or "Is this it?". Maybe you feel stuck, or you are not living the life you want to live, or are unhappy with yourself, your relationships, your career, or struggle with your mental health. All of these things, and more, are part of being human-and it can be really hard! As a therapist who worked for over 25 years as a carpenter I asked those questions of myself. Often our lack of answers to these questions manifests as anxiety, depression, addiction, shame, relationship issues, self esteem problems, and more.
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For me, the ideal psychotherapy clients are people who have experienced life's challenges and are motivated to make changes. They have goals they wish to complete to improve their life. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to work with me while being fully engaged in the process. New techniques and behaviors can be scary and I am here to help my clients along the way.
For me, the ideal psychotherapy clients are people who have experienced life's challenges and are motivated to make changes. They have goals they wish to complete to improve their life. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to work with me while being fully engaged in the process. New techniques and behaviors can be scary and I am here to help my clients along the way.
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Life is full of loss, difficult relationships, unmet expectations, and change. Our responses to these experiences can be overwhelming and confusing, leaving us struggling to manage thoughts and emotions, or unable to align our behaviors with our desired path. Each response is truly unique, and can highlight or expand on other challenges in life, such as anxiety, depression, relational problems, and unhealthy coping strategies. No matter the unique experience, all individuals deserve a safe, confidential place to bring these challenges, and specialized care to help them understand, process, and move through their experience.
Life is full of loss, difficult relationships, unmet expectations, and change. Our responses to these experiences can be overwhelming and confusing, leaving us struggling to manage thoughts and emotions, or unable to align our behaviors with our desired path. Each response is truly unique, and can highlight or expand on other challenges in life, such as anxiety, depression, relational problems, and unhealthy coping strategies. No matter the unique experience, all individuals deserve a safe, confidential place to bring these challenges, and specialized care to help them understand, process, and move through their experience.
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Cindy McKnight
Counselor, MS, LCPC, CFRC, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my biography. I received my MS in Human Services/Community Counseling. I have over 20 years experience in MH and have been successful in working with individuals, couples and families. I have a particular clinical area of strength working with First Responders. I am also trained in EMDR level I & II, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Sex Therapy. I can also provide short-term counseling. My clinical approach is evidence based treatment as I am trained to work with various populations. We offer sessions in Libertyville, Gurnee and via telehealth.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my biography. I received my MS in Human Services/Community Counseling. I have over 20 years experience in MH and have been successful in working with individuals, couples and families. I have a particular clinical area of strength working with First Responders. I am also trained in EMDR level I & II, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Sex Therapy. I can also provide short-term counseling. My clinical approach is evidence based treatment as I am trained to work with various populations. We offer sessions in Libertyville, Gurnee and via telehealth.
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Hello there! I am accepting new clients during limited daytime hours. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My mission is to empower clients to become the best versions of themselves by supporting them in overcoming obstacles and accomplishing their goals. I provide a foundation for clients to become effective communicators, as well as self-confident and self-aware individuals. And hey - we'll have a bit of fun in the process as well!
Hello there! I am accepting new clients during limited daytime hours. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My mission is to empower clients to become the best versions of themselves by supporting them in overcoming obstacles and accomplishing their goals. I provide a foundation for clients to become effective communicators, as well as self-confident and self-aware individuals. And hey - we'll have a bit of fun in the process as well!
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When life feels overwhelming, disappointing, or difficult to navigate, I can provide a safe, compassionate space for self-exploration, collaborative problem-solving, and personal healing. Offering a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship, I can support you in mastering challenging experiences, improving relationships, restoring balance, and cultivating meaning. I firmly believe that our encoding of earlier life experiences greatly impacts our subsequent lives. Consequently, I strive to help each individual or couple develop a deeper discernment of past and present, self and other, belief and reality.
When life feels overwhelming, disappointing, or difficult to navigate, I can provide a safe, compassionate space for self-exploration, collaborative problem-solving, and personal healing. Offering a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship, I can support you in mastering challenging experiences, improving relationships, restoring balance, and cultivating meaning. I firmly believe that our encoding of earlier life experiences greatly impacts our subsequent lives. Consequently, I strive to help each individual or couple develop a deeper discernment of past and present, self and other, belief and reality.
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Julia Gekhter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Julia Gekhter, an LCSW based in Illinois. My office is accessible and private, ensuring comfort and confidentiality for all clients. I take a goal-oriented approach, tailoring therapy to individual needs. Whether it is family counseling or individual sessions, we work collaboratively to achieve desired outcomes. I offer weekend and late evening appointments to accommodate busy schedules. Initial Visit: Expect a warm, non-judgmental space during your first visit. We will discuss your goals and create a path toward growth and healing.
Hello! I’m Julia Gekhter, an LCSW based in Illinois. My office is accessible and private, ensuring comfort and confidentiality for all clients. I take a goal-oriented approach, tailoring therapy to individual needs. Whether it is family counseling or individual sessions, we work collaboratively to achieve desired outcomes. I offer weekend and late evening appointments to accommodate busy schedules. Initial Visit: Expect a warm, non-judgmental space during your first visit. We will discuss your goals and create a path toward growth and healing.
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My approach focuses on building an authentic therapeutic relationship that is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and openness. I believe that by confronting our stories and experiences of harm, we not only find healing but also the strength to embrace the full beauty of who we are. Through this process, we can reclaim our goodness that was harmed in our story. My approach focuses on building an authentic therapeutic relationship that is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and openness. I believe that by confronting our stories and experiences of harm, we not only find healing but also the strength to embrace the full beauty of who we are.
My approach focuses on building an authentic therapeutic relationship that is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and openness. I believe that by confronting our stories and experiences of harm, we not only find healing but also the strength to embrace the full beauty of who we are. Through this process, we can reclaim our goodness that was harmed in our story. My approach focuses on building an authentic therapeutic relationship that is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and openness. I believe that by confronting our stories and experiences of harm, we not only find healing but also the strength to embrace the full beauty of who we are.
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Danielle Lynn Gaffke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
Honestly, I just want you to be happier, healthier, & more at peace with your life. Whatever your stumbling blocks are, remember you are nimble. Your strength and wisdom have brought you this far! In 25 years of practice I have had the honor of working with brave clients as they set about changing their landscape. My hope is to guide you, support you, hold you accountable, & laugh with you as you seek higher ground in relationship with yourself, your significant other, frankly, with the human race. Together we will chart a new course towards greater strength, clarity, & health: in body, mind, & spirit.
Honestly, I just want you to be happier, healthier, & more at peace with your life. Whatever your stumbling blocks are, remember you are nimble. Your strength and wisdom have brought you this far! In 25 years of practice I have had the honor of working with brave clients as they set about changing their landscape. My hope is to guide you, support you, hold you accountable, & laugh with you as you seek higher ground in relationship with yourself, your significant other, frankly, with the human race. Together we will chart a new course towards greater strength, clarity, & health: in body, mind, & spirit.
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Cyndi Peters
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048 (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Northern Illinois. I've been in practice since 2006. I specialize in treating adult individuals and couples who struggle with Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Difficult Life Transitions, and Relationship Distress. I did my pre-licensed practicum work with survivors of childhood sexual abuse. As such, I am able to sit with difficult childhood memories in a way that helps you make sense of the patterns and maladaptive behaviors you may be experiencing in adulthood. I enjoy working with women who struggle with issues related to difficult change, aging and self-esteem.
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Northern Illinois. I've been in practice since 2006. I specialize in treating adult individuals and couples who struggle with Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Difficult Life Transitions, and Relationship Distress. I did my pre-licensed practicum work with survivors of childhood sexual abuse. As such, I am able to sit with difficult childhood memories in a way that helps you make sense of the patterns and maladaptive behaviors you may be experiencing in adulthood. I enjoy working with women who struggle with issues related to difficult change, aging and self-esteem.
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As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor I work with adults and adolescents facing a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, and identity exploration. My approach is based on honoring each person's individual strengths and vulnerabilities.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor I work with adults and adolescents facing a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, and identity exploration. My approach is based on honoring each person's individual strengths and vulnerabilities.
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I am a clinical psychologist focused on helping kids, teens, and families navigate challenges related to ADHD, social relationships, difficult emotions, and stress. I believe that with the right supportive environment of empathy, patience, and guidance, we can all grow through these challenges and emerge stronger than before. I offer therapy and testing services to facilitate this process of growth. I am currently providing these services remotely through telehealth, and I am able to offer remote testing for some presenting concerns, such as ADHD, emotional functioning, and disruptive behaviors.
I am a clinical psychologist focused on helping kids, teens, and families navigate challenges related to ADHD, social relationships, difficult emotions, and stress. I believe that with the right supportive environment of empathy, patience, and guidance, we can all grow through these challenges and emerge stronger than before. I offer therapy and testing services to facilitate this process of growth. I am currently providing these services remotely through telehealth, and I am able to offer remote testing for some presenting concerns, such as ADHD, emotional functioning, and disruptive behaviors.
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As a seasoned Clinical Psychologist and owner of Libertyville Counseling Group, I appreciate the courage it takes to seek out help to cope with some of life's most difficult challenges. Whether you are facing a new stress in life or coping with a long term emotional or relationship problem, we have the training, skills, education, professionalism, and empathy to help! Our office is warm and relaxing, located in a beautiful area in the northwest part of Libertyville, Illinois. We are open to all ages, providing services to individuals, families, and couples.
As a seasoned Clinical Psychologist and owner of Libertyville Counseling Group, I appreciate the courage it takes to seek out help to cope with some of life's most difficult challenges. Whether you are facing a new stress in life or coping with a long term emotional or relationship problem, we have the training, skills, education, professionalism, and empathy to help! Our office is warm and relaxing, located in a beautiful area in the northwest part of Libertyville, Illinois. We are open to all ages, providing services to individuals, families, and couples.
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Ashley Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048 (Online Only)
As a trauma informed therapist, my approach is rooted in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore experiences and emotions while being supported and understood. I prioritize empathy, collaboration, and emotional safety and honor the trust my clients place in me by creating a space where they can safely explore their innermost thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. My approach is integrative, drawing from various evidence-based practices that aid to rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment in one's life.
As a trauma informed therapist, my approach is rooted in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore experiences and emotions while being supported and understood. I prioritize empathy, collaboration, and emotional safety and honor the trust my clients place in me by creating a space where they can safely explore their innermost thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. My approach is integrative, drawing from various evidence-based practices that aid to rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment in one's life.
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The journey of life is not always easy. Personal struggles, relationship challenges, unexpected circumstances, and other obstacles can get in the way of who and where we hope to be. When faced with challenges, the possibility of change can be hard to see, but where there is challenge there is potential: potential for hope, growth, and a more fulfilling life. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, my aim is to meet individuals wherever they are and help guide them in the process towards satisfying change.
The journey of life is not always easy. Personal struggles, relationship challenges, unexpected circumstances, and other obstacles can get in the way of who and where we hope to be. When faced with challenges, the possibility of change can be hard to see, but where there is challenge there is potential: potential for hope, growth, and a more fulfilling life. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, my aim is to meet individuals wherever they are and help guide them in the process towards satisfying change.
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I have 30+ years of extensive experience providing guidance leading to marital, personal, and professional solutions and growth. I will quickly establish a comprehensive understanding of your current dilemma to lower your distress and achieve your desired results. You may be dealing with conflict in your marriage or you're carrying concerns about your parenting. You might find yourself stuck in sadness and worry or you're experiencing thoughts and perceptions that confuse and frighten you. Perhaps you are finding work very stressful or you're having difficulty moving forward and growing the way you believe you can.
I have 30+ years of extensive experience providing guidance leading to marital, personal, and professional solutions and growth. I will quickly establish a comprehensive understanding of your current dilemma to lower your distress and achieve your desired results. You may be dealing with conflict in your marriage or you're carrying concerns about your parenting. You might find yourself stuck in sadness and worry or you're experiencing thoughts and perceptions that confuse and frighten you. Perhaps you are finding work very stressful or you're having difficulty moving forward and growing the way you believe you can.
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Tricia Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048 (Online Only)
You deserve to start feeling better. Now is the time to start taking small life-changing steps to tend to yourself and start creating a new vision for your life. If you're coping with habits that don't feel great or patterns that you just can't break, therapy may help. Life in the world today is incredibly stressful and overwhelming. You may be struggling with a complicated history or dealing with new stressors or life transitions, whatever the case, you are not alone. Are you ready to make a change and start feeling better? I look forward to helping support and empower you as you map out your future.
You deserve to start feeling better. Now is the time to start taking small life-changing steps to tend to yourself and start creating a new vision for your life. If you're coping with habits that don't feel great or patterns that you just can't break, therapy may help. Life in the world today is incredibly stressful and overwhelming. You may be struggling with a complicated history or dealing with new stressors or life transitions, whatever the case, you are not alone. Are you ready to make a change and start feeling better? I look forward to helping support and empower you as you map out your future.
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