Self Esteem Therapists in Long Grove, IL

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Brooke Carson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
I have a long history of helping people make changes that lead to significant improvement in self-regard and the ability to function and thrive. One of my favorite aspects of being a therapist is the genuine, experience-based optimism that my practice history allows me to bring to meeting with clients. I enjoy working with clients of all ages with a variety of presenting issues including self-esteem and life struggles such as relationship conflicts, grief, loss and transitions such as divorce. I also enjoy helping people with depression, anxiety disorders (including panic disorder, phobias, and PTSD), and ADHD.
I have a long history of helping people make changes that lead to significant improvement in self-regard and the ability to function and thrive. One of my favorite aspects of being a therapist is the genuine, experience-based optimism that my practice history allows me to bring to meeting with clients. I enjoy working with clients of all ages with a variety of presenting issues including self-esteem and life struggles such as relationship conflicts, grief, loss and transitions such as divorce. I also enjoy helping people with depression, anxiety disorders (including panic disorder, phobias, and PTSD), and ADHD.
(847) 558-1839 View (847) 558-1839
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Lauren Hallerud
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Grove, IL 60047
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, fellow old souls, and adults who face generalized/social/performance anxiety, depression, perfectionism, LGBTQ stressors, low self-esteem, low motivation, ADD/ADHD, and other attention or mood-related ailments. I bring experience from intensive outpatient programs for depression and anxiety in a behavioral health hospital to assist individuals seeking one on one assistance in managing life transitions and stressors. I enjoy teaching coping skills, stress reduction, increasing self-awareness with handouts, other visual aids and helping individuals organize their thoughts on paper.
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, fellow old souls, and adults who face generalized/social/performance anxiety, depression, perfectionism, LGBTQ stressors, low self-esteem, low motivation, ADD/ADHD, and other attention or mood-related ailments. I bring experience from intensive outpatient programs for depression and anxiety in a behavioral health hospital to assist individuals seeking one on one assistance in managing life transitions and stressors. I enjoy teaching coping skills, stress reduction, increasing self-awareness with handouts, other visual aids and helping individuals organize their thoughts on paper.
(847) 260-9488 View (847) 260-9488
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Elizabeth Joy Fazio
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
Dr. Elizabeth Fazio is a licensed clinical psychologist with training in hospitals, schools and private outpatient clinics. She has been caring for clients since 2002 and holds a doctorate in clinical psychology and a master’s degree in counseling psychology. She works with children, adolescents, adults and couples for individual, group and family therapy. Dr. Fazio also provides parenting support and offers various groups for children and adolescents that focus on social skills and self-esteem.
Dr. Elizabeth Fazio is a licensed clinical psychologist with training in hospitals, schools and private outpatient clinics. She has been caring for clients since 2002 and holds a doctorate in clinical psychology and a master’s degree in counseling psychology. She works with children, adolescents, adults and couples for individual, group and family therapy. Dr. Fazio also provides parenting support and offers various groups for children and adolescents that focus on social skills and self-esteem.
(708) 318-4479 View (708) 318-4479
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Susan Weitzman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
I am a psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience working with adults, couples and families. I also offer litigation consultation and expert witness work for difficult divorces. I am proud to have one of the longest running Women's Groups in the Chicagoland area. I believe that developing rapport and trust is essential in therapy. To this end, I provide a safe and respectful environment so that clients can feel comfortable sharing their concerns, fears and hopes for their future. I will help you regain the courage to face your issues and provide the necessary therapeutic tools to make positive, lasting changes in your life.
I am a psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience working with adults, couples and families. I also offer litigation consultation and expert witness work for difficult divorces. I am proud to have one of the longest running Women's Groups in the Chicagoland area. I believe that developing rapport and trust is essential in therapy. To this end, I provide a safe and respectful environment so that clients can feel comfortable sharing their concerns, fears and hopes for their future. I will help you regain the courage to face your issues and provide the necessary therapeutic tools to make positive, lasting changes in your life.
(312) 789-5415 View (312) 789-5415
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Christina Bailey
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Long Grove, IL 60047
Growing up isn't easy. Today's adolescents experience more stress, expectations, and worries than ever. My passion is helping people who are feeling stuck or overwhelmed, which can lead to depressive/anxious symptoms, and poor coping skills. I bring compassion, honesty, and humor into our sessions, creating a safe, trusting space. I believe in the resiliency everyone has to work through challenges. I include parents and the child in our work, a crucial piece for consistency in communication, and navigating the increasing stressors kids face. On a personal note, I'm also a mom, and can empathize with daily demands of family life.
Growing up isn't easy. Today's adolescents experience more stress, expectations, and worries than ever. My passion is helping people who are feeling stuck or overwhelmed, which can lead to depressive/anxious symptoms, and poor coping skills. I bring compassion, honesty, and humor into our sessions, creating a safe, trusting space. I believe in the resiliency everyone has to work through challenges. I include parents and the child in our work, a crucial piece for consistency in communication, and navigating the increasing stressors kids face. On a personal note, I'm also a mom, and can empathize with daily demands of family life.
(847) 558-1978 View (847) 558-1978
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Jennifer Wagner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Long Grove, IL 60047  (Online Only)
I have been providing individual, family, and group therapy for almost 20 years with a diverse population of clients in multiple settings. My professional experience has been with individuals of all ages including children/teens, couples, families, and adults with a range of issues including anxiety, ADHD, life phase transitions, school related difficulties, parenting struggles, self-esteem, and family/relationship issues. My experiences have come from working in a variety of settings including community agencies, inpatient substance abuse treatment, residential treatment, hospitals, military installations, and private practice.
I have been providing individual, family, and group therapy for almost 20 years with a diverse population of clients in multiple settings. My professional experience has been with individuals of all ages including children/teens, couples, families, and adults with a range of issues including anxiety, ADHD, life phase transitions, school related difficulties, parenting struggles, self-esteem, and family/relationship issues. My experiences have come from working in a variety of settings including community agencies, inpatient substance abuse treatment, residential treatment, hospitals, military installations, and private practice.
(224) 205-4453 View (224) 205-4453
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Felice L Block
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I help women get out of and stay out of abusive relationships. This includes women who love an addict or have a partner that is emotionally, verbally, spiritually, financially or physically abusive. I have developed a treatment model for partners in these dysfunctional relationships called "Relationship Recovery." I have over 30 years experience. I am EMDR certified which is a type of therapy that can resolve symptoms associated with trauma and anxiety. I train and supervise other counselors. I work with clients as young as 2 through 64 years of age.
I help women get out of and stay out of abusive relationships. This includes women who love an addict or have a partner that is emotionally, verbally, spiritually, financially or physically abusive. I have developed a treatment model for partners in these dysfunctional relationships called "Relationship Recovery." I have over 30 years experience. I am EMDR certified which is a type of therapy that can resolve symptoms associated with trauma and anxiety. I train and supervise other counselors. I work with clients as young as 2 through 64 years of age.
(847) 469-4955 View (847) 469-4955
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Snezana Nina Gadjanski
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CADC, CCTP, RYT
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
Our personal experiences and traumas can often leave a deep imprint on our physical and mental bodies, separating us from ourselves and our environment while impacting our sense of self, safety, and trust. The trauma symptoms can trigger painful memories from the past and take us away from the present moment. The struggle to maintain our daily activities and cope with stress can be overwhelming, impacting all areas of our lives. The practice of being present and aware of our experiences inside and outside of our bodies and in relationships with others can foster the integration of the parts that are separated due to trauma.
Our personal experiences and traumas can often leave a deep imprint on our physical and mental bodies, separating us from ourselves and our environment while impacting our sense of self, safety, and trust. The trauma symptoms can trigger painful memories from the past and take us away from the present moment. The struggle to maintain our daily activities and cope with stress can be overwhelming, impacting all areas of our lives. The practice of being present and aware of our experiences inside and outside of our bodies and in relationships with others can foster the integration of the parts that are separated due to trauma.
(224) 529-4075 View (224) 529-4075
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Pamela Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, JD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
I am a warm and compassionate therapist specializing in helping people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, divorce, and parenting issues. I am committed to working with a broad spectrum of adult and adolescent clients through individual, couple and family counseling. I provide a comfortable environment for clients to explore their life challenges so that they can build on their unique strengths and attain the growth they are looking for. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families.
I am a warm and compassionate therapist specializing in helping people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, divorce, and parenting issues. I am committed to working with a broad spectrum of adult and adolescent clients through individual, couple and family counseling. I provide a comfortable environment for clients to explore their life challenges so that they can build on their unique strengths and attain the growth they are looking for. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families.
(224) 803-2499 View (224) 803-2499
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Sachiko Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
As a social worker and therapist, Sachiko brings over 12 years of professional experience from her previous experiences as a school social worker, social emotional learning coach and psychotherapist. She works with children, teens and adults with a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues including substance abuse, executive functioning skills, depression, anxiety, and grief. When a client sees Sachiko for behavioral therapy and emotional intervention, including play therapy, she provides validation, collaborative problem-solving, empathy, and reflective listening.
As a social worker and therapist, Sachiko brings over 12 years of professional experience from her previous experiences as a school social worker, social emotional learning coach and psychotherapist. She works with children, teens and adults with a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues including substance abuse, executive functioning skills, depression, anxiety, and grief. When a client sees Sachiko for behavioral therapy and emotional intervention, including play therapy, she provides validation, collaborative problem-solving, empathy, and reflective listening.
(847) 978-6996 View (847) 978-6996
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Caitlin Anderlik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
Caitlin is dedicated social worker and therapist with experience in school settings, where she has provided support to children and teenagers with Anxiety, Depression, Learning Disabilities, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is passionate about providing empathetic support to youth as they navigate life's challenges. In her role, she creates a safe and nurturing space where clients can explore their emotions, build coping skills, and develop resilience.
Caitlin is dedicated social worker and therapist with experience in school settings, where she has provided support to children and teenagers with Anxiety, Depression, Learning Disabilities, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is passionate about providing empathetic support to youth as they navigate life's challenges. In her role, she creates a safe and nurturing space where clients can explore their emotions, build coping skills, and develop resilience.
(224) 269-8215 View (224) 269-8215
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Izabella Brzoza
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
Izabella started her professional career and development as a therapist at a therapeutic day school where she taught children and teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and learning disabilities. Within her career she suported them by educating, teaching and mentoring the students with different ways to cope with their daily challenges, stressors and how to navigate different social situations, environments and interactions. She has a background in teaching social communication and emotional regulation techniques. Izabella works with children, teenagers, and young adults.
Izabella started her professional career and development as a therapist at a therapeutic day school where she taught children and teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and learning disabilities. Within her career she suported them by educating, teaching and mentoring the students with different ways to cope with their daily challenges, stressors and how to navigate different social situations, environments and interactions. She has a background in teaching social communication and emotional regulation techniques. Izabella works with children, teenagers, and young adults.
(847) 925-7135 View (847) 925-7135
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Abby Watel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
I am a seasoned therapist with 25+ years of experience working in community mental health, hospital, child welfare, and private practice settings; I have both direct practice and supervisory experience. I currently enjoy dividing my caseload between working with children, adolescents, parents and families and working with individual adults and couples. I believe in helping people of all ages to continue learning and developing throughout their lives. I use play therapy with young children; I use behavioral and solution focused treatment with all clients.; for adults and adolescents more insight oriented approaches are available.
I am a seasoned therapist with 25+ years of experience working in community mental health, hospital, child welfare, and private practice settings; I have both direct practice and supervisory experience. I currently enjoy dividing my caseload between working with children, adolescents, parents and families and working with individual adults and couples. I believe in helping people of all ages to continue learning and developing throughout their lives. I use play therapy with young children; I use behavioral and solution focused treatment with all clients.; for adults and adolescents more insight oriented approaches are available.
(847) 920-7810 View (847) 920-7810
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Kathleen Friddle
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
I have worked with a variety of populations and mental health issues as I come from a community mental health background. I have worked with DCFS families in social services agencies as well as residential treatment centers for adolescents. I have a strong background in trauma and an understanding of how attachment and trauma can affect all aspects of life. I am warm, energetic, and skilled in helping you with your challenges.
I have worked with a variety of populations and mental health issues as I come from a community mental health background. I have worked with DCFS families in social services agencies as well as residential treatment centers for adolescents. I have a strong background in trauma and an understanding of how attachment and trauma can affect all aspects of life. I am warm, energetic, and skilled in helping you with your challenges.
(847) 906-2424 View (847) 906-2424
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Maggie E Dunne
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Grove, IL 60047
One of my greatest joys, is helping individuals, couples and families learn to manage the various, yet often unavoidable, stresses of life. Our days are packed with work, school, family, and relationships. We come home depleted and then it starts all over again the next day. Feelings of anxiety, panic, depression, anger, and/or lack of motivation, are inevitable. So it grieves my heart when clients ask what's wrong with them. So while we may need to "power through" certain situations, I help my clients develop strategies that are tailor made to their circumstances and personality, to successfully complete the marathon of life.
One of my greatest joys, is helping individuals, couples and families learn to manage the various, yet often unavoidable, stresses of life. Our days are packed with work, school, family, and relationships. We come home depleted and then it starts all over again the next day. Feelings of anxiety, panic, depression, anger, and/or lack of motivation, are inevitable. So it grieves my heart when clients ask what's wrong with them. So while we may need to "power through" certain situations, I help my clients develop strategies that are tailor made to their circumstances and personality, to successfully complete the marathon of life.
(847) 793-1144 View (847) 793-1144
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Cecily A. Kanter
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
"Your Comfort and Your Health" is always a priority with me. My goal as a psychologist is to provide meaningful, compassionate, and successful therapy. Successful clients have reported that I have provided them with a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment for treatment, which allowed them to grow and develop new strengths. I utilize a number of strategies to engage individuals and families in treatment, including but not limited to cognitive behavioral (CBT), client centered and family therapies. I believe in and facilitate a strength-based approach to treatment, allowing the individual to develop and recognize their personal strengths.
"Your Comfort and Your Health" is always a priority with me. My goal as a psychologist is to provide meaningful, compassionate, and successful therapy. Successful clients have reported that I have provided them with a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment for treatment, which allowed them to grow and develop new strengths. I utilize a number of strategies to engage individuals and families in treatment, including but not limited to cognitive behavioral (CBT), client centered and family therapies. I believe in and facilitate a strength-based approach to treatment, allowing the individual to develop and recognize their personal strengths.
(847) 453-3526 View (847) 453-3526
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April Lococo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 10 years post-master’s degree diverse clinical experience with children, adolescents, and adults. It is an essential part of my therapeutic approach to implement evidence-based best practices while encouraging cultural awareness, diversity, and inclusion.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 10 years post-master’s degree diverse clinical experience with children, adolescents, and adults. It is an essential part of my therapeutic approach to implement evidence-based best practices while encouraging cultural awareness, diversity, and inclusion.
(708) 726-3144 View (708) 726-3144
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Erin Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Long Grove, IL 60047
In life, sometimes situations happen to us that we cannot control. As a licensed clinical social worker for nearly a decade, I have a passion for working with adolescents to focus on what they can control. In our sessions, I help foster self-confidence by way of teaching coping strategies and building individualized skills to handle the different situations life brings their way.
In life, sometimes situations happen to us that we cannot control. As a licensed clinical social worker for nearly a decade, I have a passion for working with adolescents to focus on what they can control. In our sessions, I help foster self-confidence by way of teaching coping strategies and building individualized skills to handle the different situations life brings their way.
(224) 487-7761 View (224) 487-7761
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Mika Kondo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047  (Online Only)
I have been honored to work with individuals and families since 1999. Life can at times be a bumpy ride, and sometimes we might feel stuck not knowing how to handle certain situations, but my core belief is that we all have the inner ability to make each life experience a growing opportunity. I support clients by using collaborative, compassionate, and culturally-sensitive approaches. I also incorporate mindfulness and gratitude and strive to offer clients a safe and caring space throughout their journey.
I have been honored to work with individuals and families since 1999. Life can at times be a bumpy ride, and sometimes we might feel stuck not knowing how to handle certain situations, but my core belief is that we all have the inner ability to make each life experience a growing opportunity. I support clients by using collaborative, compassionate, and culturally-sensitive approaches. I also incorporate mindfulness and gratitude and strive to offer clients a safe and caring space throughout their journey.
(224) 676-9800 x29 View (224) 676-9800 x29
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Devin Stieber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, ACSW, PCGC
Verified Verified
21 Endorsed
Long Grove, IL 60047  (Online Only)
Has life given you unexpected curveballs that cause stress or sadness? If so, you are in the right place! Please allow me the privilege of collaborating to achieve optimal wellness and life satisfaction. I utilize a litany of tools to identify “hang ups,” and provide a gentle, caring, and authentic environment to develop a game plan that supports progress and capitalizes on strengths. I believe that everyone can thrive better with support and connection. I encourage introspection and self-awareness to better connect peacefully with yourself and the world. I presently provide virtual sessions for state of Illinois residents.
Has life given you unexpected curveballs that cause stress or sadness? If so, you are in the right place! Please allow me the privilege of collaborating to achieve optimal wellness and life satisfaction. I utilize a litany of tools to identify “hang ups,” and provide a gentle, caring, and authentic environment to develop a game plan that supports progress and capitalizes on strengths. I believe that everyone can thrive better with support and connection. I encourage introspection and self-awareness to better connect peacefully with yourself and the world. I presently provide virtual sessions for state of Illinois residents.
(847) 737-4923 View (847) 737-4923
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Self Esteem Therapists

When should a person seek therapy for low self-esteem?

When self-esteem problems begin to disrupt the healthy daily functioning of an individual, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not engaging with friends for fear of being judged, not completing work assignments because they don’t think they’re capable, or not finding romantic love because they don’t feel they’re worthy of it, a therapist may be able to help.

What are the signs of low self-esteem?

Low self-esteem is a common issue that can affect a person's mental and emotional well-being. Some common signs of low self-esteem include negative self-talk, perfectionism, social anxiety, difficulty making decisions, an inability to set boundaries, people-pleasing, and others. A lack of belief in oneself or one’s abilities and a feeling of not being worthy or deserving underlie most of these characteristics.

What causes low self-esteem?

Feelings of low self-worth can begin in childhood or adulthood. Being raised by a highly critical parent or growing up feeling constant disapproval can stay with a person well into adulthood. Specific issues in adulthood may also be a cause of low self-esteem. An unhappy relationship, a dysfunctional work or school experience can impact a person’s feelings of self-worth.

How can therapy improve self-esteem?

Therapists can help identify negative thought patterns that keep the client stuck in a loop of destructive self-talk and develop coping skills to change the voice in their head. A therapist can help with goal-setting, so that clients are better able to stay on task and build confidence from successfully completing work they’re proud of. Coaching a client on how to better communicate can improve relationships. These skills can result in someone with low self-esteem feeling empowered and living with less fear.