Positive Psychology Therapists in McHenry, IL
All of my clients are the best! They come to see me with all types of issues and I enjoy treating each client as an individual. I treat many different types of clients with mutual respect and empathy. I feel blessed to be with clients on their journey whatever that may be.
All of my clients are the best! They come to see me with all types of issues and I enjoy treating each client as an individual. I treat many different types of clients with mutual respect and empathy. I feel blessed to be with clients on their journey whatever that may be.
I believe that therapy is a time for people to explore and better themselves leading to a more fulfilled life. I work from a person-centered approach meeting the client where they are at, but also utilize strategies from all different practices. I believe that the client is the expert in their own life and needs someone to show empathy, support, and guidance. I approach each session as a unique situation and involves the client in every step.
I believe that therapy is a time for people to explore and better themselves leading to a more fulfilled life. I work from a person-centered approach meeting the client where they are at, but also utilize strategies from all different practices. I believe that the client is the expert in their own life and needs someone to show empathy, support, and guidance. I approach each session as a unique situation and involves the client in every step.
JoyAnn Huizar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, QMHP, MHFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McHenry, IL 60050
My passion is to assist my clients in identifying and building upon their own strengths throughout the treatment process. Together we can create a safe, welcoming, confidential, and supportive environment. In doing so, we are better able to prepare for and overcome times of crisis. My wide array of experience comes from a variety of inpatient, outpatient, non-profit, childcare, and educational settings. I take a special interest in working with those struggling with self-injurious behaviors, suicidal ideation, and/or suicide bereavement, spreading awareness, prevention, and education whenever possible.
My passion is to assist my clients in identifying and building upon their own strengths throughout the treatment process. Together we can create a safe, welcoming, confidential, and supportive environment. In doing so, we are better able to prepare for and overcome times of crisis. My wide array of experience comes from a variety of inpatient, outpatient, non-profit, childcare, and educational settings. I take a special interest in working with those struggling with self-injurious behaviors, suicidal ideation, and/or suicide bereavement, spreading awareness, prevention, and education whenever possible.
My name is Barb Adams. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I have provided individual, couples, family, as well as group therapy for over 30 years. I also specialize in working with impaired professionals. I have an extensive history of working with many differing diagnoses. Some of my specialties include working with depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, among others. I have also spent over 10 years working specifically with impaired professionals in the medical and legal professions.
My name is Barb Adams. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I have provided individual, couples, family, as well as group therapy for over 30 years. I also specialize in working with impaired professionals. I have an extensive history of working with many differing diagnoses. Some of my specialties include working with depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, among others. I have also spent over 10 years working specifically with impaired professionals in the medical and legal professions.
Kellen M Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, CADC, CODP I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McHenry, IL 60050
My goal is to help others who struggle with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, religious trauma, human trafficking survivors, and life struggles, and to empower them to know that whatever life throws at them, they can get through the stress and come out on the other side.
My goal is to help others who struggle with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, religious trauma, human trafficking survivors, and life struggles, and to empower them to know that whatever life throws at them, they can get through the stress and come out on the other side.
Marta S Micko
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
McHenry, IL 60051 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Marta, Why just survive when we can thrive? This is the question we need to ask ourselves when thinking about starting therapy. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor that has worked extensively with individuals struggling with relationship dissatisfaction and other relational issues, depression, anxiety, anger and emotion management, emotional eating, panic attacks, trauma, struggles with self-esteem, stress-management and burnout, difficulties with parenting or co-parenting, career related hurdles and work dissatisfaction, adult ADHD, OCD, and intrusive thoughts.
Hi! My name is Marta, Why just survive when we can thrive? This is the question we need to ask ourselves when thinking about starting therapy. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor that has worked extensively with individuals struggling with relationship dissatisfaction and other relational issues, depression, anxiety, anger and emotion management, emotional eating, panic attacks, trauma, struggles with self-esteem, stress-management and burnout, difficulties with parenting or co-parenting, career related hurdles and work dissatisfaction, adult ADHD, OCD, and intrusive thoughts.
I have been helping clients for the past 24 years working through their mental health and substance use challenges. I am committed to helping you reducing your stress and better manage/change your overall mood through a variety of counseling & stress management techniques. I can help you increase your self-esteem, self worth and work through any body image and acceptance issues that may be challenging your patience. I truly understand anxiety disorders, codependency, health issues, relationship issues, women specific issues, depression and post-partum depressive disorders. I would love to help you make lasting lifestyle changes.
I have been helping clients for the past 24 years working through their mental health and substance use challenges. I am committed to helping you reducing your stress and better manage/change your overall mood through a variety of counseling & stress management techniques. I can help you increase your self-esteem, self worth and work through any body image and acceptance issues that may be challenging your patience. I truly understand anxiety disorders, codependency, health issues, relationship issues, women specific issues, depression and post-partum depressive disorders. I would love to help you make lasting lifestyle changes.
Nobody can go back and start a new beginning but anyone can start today and make a new ending" -Maria Robinson. We cannot change what has happened in our past; however, we can start today and change how our future pans out. My name is Kimberley Giannini and I want to assist you in creating a meaningful purposeful life through creating a better understanding and resolving life obstacles. I am dedicated to assisting my clients in achieving personal life sanctification and well-being. My approach to therapy is evidence-based and holistic.
Nobody can go back and start a new beginning but anyone can start today and make a new ending" -Maria Robinson. We cannot change what has happened in our past; however, we can start today and change how our future pans out. My name is Kimberley Giannini and I want to assist you in creating a meaningful purposeful life through creating a better understanding and resolving life obstacles. I am dedicated to assisting my clients in achieving personal life sanctification and well-being. My approach to therapy is evidence-based and holistic.
Diane Zavala
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
McHenry, IL 60050 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel like you’ve lost touch with who you are, not realizing how deeply it's affecting your daily life? Do you feel overwhelmed with handling life stressors on your own? Do you ever wonder if life could feel different? Now more than ever, people feel overwhelmed and uncertain of how to deal with the negative effects of stress. If you're tired of facing life's challenges on your own, I'm here to lend a helping hand and guide you through. I specialize in working with clients who are ready to embark on the journey of therapy and improve their mental well being.
Do you ever feel like you’ve lost touch with who you are, not realizing how deeply it's affecting your daily life? Do you feel overwhelmed with handling life stressors on your own? Do you ever wonder if life could feel different? Now more than ever, people feel overwhelmed and uncertain of how to deal with the negative effects of stress. If you're tired of facing life's challenges on your own, I'm here to lend a helping hand and guide you through. I specialize in working with clients who are ready to embark on the journey of therapy and improve their mental well being.
Gina Collori
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McHenry, IL 60050
Waitlist for new clients
I truly believe that we have the capacity to heal, adapt and transform our lives. When given the right tools and support, we become empowered for change. The primary focus of my practice is support individuals as they work to cope and heal from complex trauma, addictive behaviors, and codependency. I strive to nurture and empower my clients without enabling. I am neurodivergent-affirming and support my clients in developing feeling understandings of themselves. I hold a warm, down to earth, and non-judgmental therapeutic space where all can feel secure.
I truly believe that we have the capacity to heal, adapt and transform our lives. When given the right tools and support, we become empowered for change. The primary focus of my practice is support individuals as they work to cope and heal from complex trauma, addictive behaviors, and codependency. I strive to nurture and empower my clients without enabling. I am neurodivergent-affirming and support my clients in developing feeling understandings of themselves. I hold a warm, down to earth, and non-judgmental therapeutic space where all can feel secure.
I believe therapy is an opportunity to create a new path toward living a meaningful life. Often struggles or hardships we experience push us into following old patterns that may not fit our values or how we want to effectively live our lives. It can also be space to understand how we can be more fulfilled or effective in our many roles. I specialize in treating trauma and whether the event happened a month ago, or 20 years ago, there are effective, evidence-based strategies we can use to grow beyond that harm. I also enjoy working with people in the areas of self-esteem, anxiety, attachment, relationships, & LGBTQIA+ issues.
I believe therapy is an opportunity to create a new path toward living a meaningful life. Often struggles or hardships we experience push us into following old patterns that may not fit our values or how we want to effectively live our lives. It can also be space to understand how we can be more fulfilled or effective in our many roles. I specialize in treating trauma and whether the event happened a month ago, or 20 years ago, there are effective, evidence-based strategies we can use to grow beyond that harm. I also enjoy working with people in the areas of self-esteem, anxiety, attachment, relationships, & LGBTQIA+ issues.
My clinical focus is on individuals struggling with depression, stress/anxiety, OCD, substance abuse, adjustment to life transitions, relationship distress, and parenting support. I believe that it is important to understand what brings each person into therapy, and tailor therapy to each individual's unique needs and goals. I offer sessions via telehealth/video and in person in our Woodstock location, so that you can participate in therapy from where you are most comfortable.
My clinical focus is on individuals struggling with depression, stress/anxiety, OCD, substance abuse, adjustment to life transitions, relationship distress, and parenting support. I believe that it is important to understand what brings each person into therapy, and tailor therapy to each individual's unique needs and goals. I offer sessions via telehealth/video and in person in our Woodstock location, so that you can participate in therapy from where you are most comfortable.
Shelley M Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CCMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McHenry, IL 60050
If you are looking for someone to be your number one ally, but also call you on your stuff... that's me! Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, or other serious mental illness- I can help. If you are just struggling to find direction and need some outside voice- I can help with that too.
If you are looking for someone to be your number one ally, but also call you on your stuff... that's me! Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, or other serious mental illness- I can help. If you are just struggling to find direction and need some outside voice- I can help with that too.
Kavita C Bosamiya
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McHenry, IL 60050
I believe that we all have an inherent ability to heal deeply, oftentimes we just need a safe environment to begin to open and step on this healing journey. When we realize that disoriented parts of ourselves cause imbalance and problems, the awareness itself leads the way to becoming whole and come home to ourselves. As we move through the story of life in time and space, we carry the past to the present and the present to the future. Our bodies – physical and subtle hold so much of our stories beneath the surface. My goal, using somatic-based approaches, is to help you reattune to our existential wisdom and bring lasting change.
I believe that we all have an inherent ability to heal deeply, oftentimes we just need a safe environment to begin to open and step on this healing journey. When we realize that disoriented parts of ourselves cause imbalance and problems, the awareness itself leads the way to becoming whole and come home to ourselves. As we move through the story of life in time and space, we carry the past to the present and the present to the future. Our bodies – physical and subtle hold so much of our stories beneath the surface. My goal, using somatic-based approaches, is to help you reattune to our existential wisdom and bring lasting change.
Maureen Beske
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McHenry, IL 60050
Waitlist for new clients
Through my own personal experiences, education and professional experience at varying levels of care, I understand the impact anxiety can have on one's life. I am committed to supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. I honor that each journey is different. I strive to join alongside you in that journey, integrating compassion, motivation and humor in our work.
Through my own personal experiences, education and professional experience at varying levels of care, I understand the impact anxiety can have on one's life. I am committed to supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. I honor that each journey is different. I strive to join alongside you in that journey, integrating compassion, motivation and humor in our work.
Jenna Mclaughlin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McHenry, IL 60050
Do you feel like life has gotten the best of you and are struggling to manage? I am here to let you know that you do not need to navigate through all the ups and downs alone. Everyone goes through life transitions that can be managed through positivity. I have professional experience in private practice and school-based work serving clients for 4 years, to adults, adolescents, teenagers, families, parents and groups.
Do you feel like life has gotten the best of you and are struggling to manage? I am here to let you know that you do not need to navigate through all the ups and downs alone. Everyone goes through life transitions that can be managed through positivity. I have professional experience in private practice and school-based work serving clients for 4 years, to adults, adolescents, teenagers, families, parents and groups.
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My practice is based on the principles of positive psychology-the scientific study of optimal wellbeing.
Hello, my name is Risa Cagnoni-Jacobs and I am a Life Coach with 15 years of experience in the mental heath field. I will support you through life transitions and help you feel less stuck and stressed out. Life isn't always easy, and the world isn't one-size-fits-all. I am here for you every step of the way. Whether you seek to mend relationships, conquer personal hurdles, or deepen self-understanding, I am wholeheartedly devoted to guiding and empowering you. Throughout our coaching sessions, the spotlight will be on your unique strengths, untapped potential, and the bright spots in your life.
My practice is based on the principles of positive psychology-the scientific study of optimal wellbeing.
Hello, my name is Risa Cagnoni-Jacobs and I am a Life Coach with 15 years of experience in the mental heath field. I will support you through life transitions and help you feel less stuck and stressed out. Life isn't always easy, and the world isn't one-size-fits-all. I am here for you every step of the way. Whether you seek to mend relationships, conquer personal hurdles, or deepen self-understanding, I am wholeheartedly devoted to guiding and empowering you. Throughout our coaching sessions, the spotlight will be on your unique strengths, untapped potential, and the bright spots in your life.
I have advanced training in Positive Psychology and am known for my sense of humor and down-to-earth approach.
I have a passion for working with younger people who are experiencing many of life's firsts: first love, first heartache, first time leaving home, etc. I have taught a court ordered class on Parenting Through Divorce for more than 20 years and have helped many children and adults through that intense life transition. More recently I have worked with people who are struggling with a different life transition--those who are entering their "third act" of life and considering developing new meaning and satisfaction in life after they have launched their children.
I have advanced training in Positive Psychology and am known for my sense of humor and down-to-earth approach.
I have a passion for working with younger people who are experiencing many of life's firsts: first love, first heartache, first time leaving home, etc. I have taught a court ordered class on Parenting Through Divorce for more than 20 years and have helped many children and adults through that intense life transition. More recently I have worked with people who are struggling with a different life transition--those who are entering their "third act" of life and considering developing new meaning and satisfaction in life after they have launched their children.
Sheri Bland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Sheri is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of counseling experience with adults and young adults. She is passionate about helping people realize their obstacles, then equipping them with new insight and behavior to overcome them. Sheri offers practical tools for change that quickly bring the individual to thrive & enjoy life again. Specialties include mood issues, depression, anxiety, relationships and handling life stresses. She offers Body/mind techniques such as EMDR, Brainspotting and EFT tapping. She sees individuals only. (No couples or family therapy).
Sheri is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of counseling experience with adults and young adults. She is passionate about helping people realize their obstacles, then equipping them with new insight and behavior to overcome them. Sheri offers practical tools for change that quickly bring the individual to thrive & enjoy life again. Specialties include mood issues, depression, anxiety, relationships and handling life stresses. She offers Body/mind techniques such as EMDR, Brainspotting and EFT tapping. She sees individuals only. (No couples or family therapy).
Working with Adolescents & Adults: I have extensive experience working with late adolescents and adults and I can treat a range of difficulties from excessive worries & rumination, mood issues to difficulties with relationships.
Working with Adolescents & Adults: I have extensive experience working with late adolescents and adults and I can treat a range of difficulties from excessive worries & rumination, mood issues to difficulties with relationships.
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Positive Psychology Therapists
How does positive psychology therapy work?
Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.
When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?
If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?
The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.
Is positive psychology effective in therapy?
Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.