Trauma Focused Therapists in Melrose Park, IL
My work is deeply rooted in the belief that everyone deserves to realize their self-worth and sense of empowerment. I am dedicated to supporting women and children, with a special place in my heart for immigrant women and children. I draw on my own experiences to empathize with and advocate for those navigating similar paths. My goal is to help individuals uncover their potential and achieve a sense of fulfillment, leveraging my education and personal background to make a tangible impact in their lives. I also can provide therapy sessions in Spanish. Born in Guatemala and moved to the US at the age of six,
My work is deeply rooted in the belief that everyone deserves to realize their self-worth and sense of empowerment. I am dedicated to supporting women and children, with a special place in my heart for immigrant women and children. I draw on my own experiences to empathize with and advocate for those navigating similar paths. My goal is to help individuals uncover their potential and achieve a sense of fulfillment, leveraging my education and personal background to make a tangible impact in their lives. I also can provide therapy sessions in Spanish. Born in Guatemala and moved to the US at the age of six,
Dr. Eiliana Silva
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, EdD
Verified Verified
Melrose Park, IL 60160
Hello, I'm Dr. Eiliana! I am happy you're here. I’m passionate about working with truama, anxiety, depression, grief + loss, relationship concerns, and self-esteem. I have learned that many of us are dealing with some sort of trauma in our lives, whether big or small. Trauma can have lasting effects that negatively impact your everyday life. For example, trauma may leave you feeling anxious, depressed, or with low self-esteem. It may also be impacting your ability to maintain healthy relationships. What is trauma? Trauma includes the more obvious, stressful and overwhelming events in our lives that we are all familiar with.
Hello, I'm Dr. Eiliana! I am happy you're here. I’m passionate about working with truama, anxiety, depression, grief + loss, relationship concerns, and self-esteem. I have learned that many of us are dealing with some sort of trauma in our lives, whether big or small. Trauma can have lasting effects that negatively impact your everyday life. For example, trauma may leave you feeling anxious, depressed, or with low self-esteem. It may also be impacting your ability to maintain healthy relationships. What is trauma? Trauma includes the more obvious, stressful and overwhelming events in our lives that we are all familiar with.
Bertha Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose Park, IL 60160
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is committed to partnering with clients to identify strategies that can help them work through life’s difficulties. I understand the complex relationship between thinking and emotions, as well as the impact it can have on mood. I treat issues of anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and (sexual) trauma, substance use/abuse, grief/ loss and complex family dynamics. I have many years of experience of working with diverse populations and assisting them with developing and reaching their goals. I identify as a social work first focusing on life issues to mitigate mental health issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is committed to partnering with clients to identify strategies that can help them work through life’s difficulties. I understand the complex relationship between thinking and emotions, as well as the impact it can have on mood. I treat issues of anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and (sexual) trauma, substance use/abuse, grief/ loss and complex family dynamics. I have many years of experience of working with diverse populations and assisting them with developing and reaching their goals. I identify as a social work first focusing on life issues to mitigate mental health issues.
Do parts of your life feel unmanageable? Does reaching out for support seem difficult? I am passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental space for you to begin the process of working through and healing the challenges that you are facing. I believe that self-awareness is one of the most important pieces to growth and understanding of yourself and the world around you. Together we will take time to build up your self-awareness and discuss how you can make the changes you want to see. Changes in life can be challenging, but with the right support, the road through these challenges can be more manageable. You are your best thing!
Do parts of your life feel unmanageable? Does reaching out for support seem difficult? I am passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental space for you to begin the process of working through and healing the challenges that you are facing. I believe that self-awareness is one of the most important pieces to growth and understanding of yourself and the world around you. Together we will take time to build up your self-awareness and discuss how you can make the changes you want to see. Changes in life can be challenging, but with the right support, the road through these challenges can be more manageable. You are your best thing!
“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.
Irmarie D Rios
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Melrose Park, IL 60160 (Online Only)
Hello! Hola! and Bienvenidos to Raices. Raices Behavioral Health PLLC was created with the intentions of providing quality mental health care to the Latinx/e community. Raices which means "roots" celebrates and embraces your identity and culture. Our main goal is for you to feel en confianza, so you can finally have a therapist who you can relate with. My Name is Irmarie D. Rios (she/her). I'm a bilingual (Spanish/English y Spanglish) and bicultural Latina Therapist. I have a master's degree in Clinical counseling with a Latino Mental Health specialization.
Hello! Hola! and Bienvenidos to Raices. Raices Behavioral Health PLLC was created with the intentions of providing quality mental health care to the Latinx/e community. Raices which means "roots" celebrates and embraces your identity and culture. Our main goal is for you to feel en confianza, so you can finally have a therapist who you can relate with. My Name is Irmarie D. Rios (she/her). I'm a bilingual (Spanish/English y Spanglish) and bicultural Latina Therapist. I have a master's degree in Clinical counseling with a Latino Mental Health specialization.
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Chicago native, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with clinical experience working with individuals from all walks of life. I work with those struggling with depression, phases of life challenges, and generational traumas. My extensive knowledge in organizational leadership and women's entrepreneurship, allows me to help others explore through the anxieties around leadership, workplace balance, and entrepreneurial stress.
Chicago native, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with clinical experience working with individuals from all walks of life. I work with those struggling with depression, phases of life challenges, and generational traumas. My extensive knowledge in organizational leadership and women's entrepreneurship, allows me to help others explore through the anxieties around leadership, workplace balance, and entrepreneurial stress.
Rachael Miller
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, EMDR-C, EAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60301 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Rachael Miller, a therapist with over 20 years of experience working with high achievers and perfectionists who’ve faced childhood trauma. If you feel stuck in a cycle of stress, pressure, and self-criticism, I’m here to help you break free from the past and create a life of balance, fulfillment, and authentic success. I use evidence-based techniques like EMDR, CBT, and trauma-focused therapy to guide you on a transformative journey of healing and growth. My approach is engaging and light-hearted, blending humor, encouragement, and straight talk to create a supportive and destigmatizing environment.
Hi, I’m Rachael Miller, a therapist with over 20 years of experience working with high achievers and perfectionists who’ve faced childhood trauma. If you feel stuck in a cycle of stress, pressure, and self-criticism, I’m here to help you break free from the past and create a life of balance, fulfillment, and authentic success. I use evidence-based techniques like EMDR, CBT, and trauma-focused therapy to guide you on a transformative journey of healing and growth. My approach is engaging and light-hearted, blending humor, encouragement, and straight talk to create a supportive and destigmatizing environment.
I would like to be that light for you by offering non-judgmental, Client centered, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Psycho therapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness and Strength Based therapy.
My experience allows me to assist individuals with identifying challenging areas in their life and developing strategies and methodologies to adequately and timely address maladaptive behaviors and fears that are barriers to their mental health status and healthy growth and development.
I would like to be that light for you by offering non-judgmental, Client centered, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Psycho therapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness and Strength Based therapy.
My experience allows me to assist individuals with identifying challenging areas in their life and developing strategies and methodologies to adequately and timely address maladaptive behaviors and fears that are barriers to their mental health status and healthy growth and development.
Hi, my name is Dr. Celia and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who opened my practice to help those who want to make a change in their lives. I specialize in working with trauma across the lifespan, which is how I know how significantly our brains and bodies can shift after a difficult event and/or a series of difficult life circumstances. Therapy is a space for us to explore how our past informs who we are. Being able to form meaningful relationships is a key part of our mental wellness, but it isn’t always so easy to do.
Hi, my name is Dr. Celia and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who opened my practice to help those who want to make a change in their lives. I specialize in working with trauma across the lifespan, which is how I know how significantly our brains and bodies can shift after a difficult event and/or a series of difficult life circumstances. Therapy is a space for us to explore how our past informs who we are. Being able to form meaningful relationships is a key part of our mental wellness, but it isn’t always so easy to do.
My approach is influenced but not limited to CBT, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Psycho therapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness and Strength Based therapy.
I specialize in working with children, teen and young adults with Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has knowledge working with clients who experience trauma, have been impacted by an active DCFS case, and survivors of domestic violence. I work with clients who experience anxiety, depression, physical/sexual/emotional/financial abuse, self-harm, suicidal ideation, family separations and dynamics, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I want to to meet clients where they are at in their journey and work alongside them to achieve their goals. Your mental health matters!
My approach is influenced but not limited to CBT, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Psycho therapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness and Strength Based therapy.
I specialize in working with children, teen and young adults with Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has knowledge working with clients who experience trauma, have been impacted by an active DCFS case, and survivors of domestic violence. I work with clients who experience anxiety, depression, physical/sexual/emotional/financial abuse, self-harm, suicidal ideation, family separations and dynamics, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I want to to meet clients where they are at in their journey and work alongside them to achieve their goals. Your mental health matters!
Arnetta Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60301 (Online Only)
I have years of experience in working with diverse populations within the mental health community and crisis prevention. I provide therapy for adults, adolescents, couples, groups and families. My approach is influenced but not limited to CBT, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Psychotherapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness and Strength Based therapy.
I have years of experience in working with diverse populations within the mental health community and crisis prevention. I provide therapy for adults, adolescents, couples, groups and families. My approach is influenced but not limited to CBT, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Psychotherapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness and Strength Based therapy.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with seven years of experience in the mental health field. I received my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Washington University, and since this time have received specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing,) an exciting form of therapy which can target trauma, addictions, anxiety disorders, and can improve performance in work and recreational tasks.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with seven years of experience in the mental health field. I received my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Washington University, and since this time have received specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing,) an exciting form of therapy which can target trauma, addictions, anxiety disorders, and can improve performance in work and recreational tasks.
I am fluent in Spanish, focusing on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused, narrative therapy, and other evidence-based practices. Obtaining holistic healing for our mental health can be one of the greatest methods of self-care. The integration of faith-based practices with evidence-based therapies is very important to me. I welcome faith to be a part of the client’s healing process, as it can be an important avenue to consider. I aim to help clients gain insights into their emotional world and equip them with coping skills.
I am fluent in Spanish, focusing on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused, narrative therapy, and other evidence-based practices. Obtaining holistic healing for our mental health can be one of the greatest methods of self-care. The integration of faith-based practices with evidence-based therapies is very important to me. I welcome faith to be a part of the client’s healing process, as it can be an important avenue to consider. I aim to help clients gain insights into their emotional world and equip them with coping skills.
My approach is influenced but not limited to CBT, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Psycho therapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness and Strength Based therapy.
I specialize in working with children, teen and young adults with Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has knowledge working with clients who experience trauma, have been impacted by an active DCFS case, and survivors of domestic violence. I work with clients who experience anxiety, depression, physical/sexual/emotional/financial abuse, self-harm, suicidal ideation, family separations and dynamics, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I want to to meet clients where they are at in their journey and work alongside them to achieve their goals. Your mental health matters!
My approach is influenced but not limited to CBT, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Psycho therapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness and Strength Based therapy.
I specialize in working with children, teen and young adults with Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has knowledge working with clients who experience trauma, have been impacted by an active DCFS case, and survivors of domestic violence. I work with clients who experience anxiety, depression, physical/sexual/emotional/financial abuse, self-harm, suicidal ideation, family separations and dynamics, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I want to to meet clients where they are at in their journey and work alongside them to achieve their goals. Your mental health matters!
Mark Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60301
It's okay to talk about it. Life brings unexpected and difficult challenges that leave us feeling lost and unsure. Grief, trauma, relationship struggles, life transition, work-related issues, addiction, existential or spiritual doubts, and persistent feelings of guilt, shame, and inadequacy. These experiences can be demoralizing and defeating but also provide an immense opportunity for change and growth.
It's okay to talk about it. Life brings unexpected and difficult challenges that leave us feeling lost and unsure. Grief, trauma, relationship struggles, life transition, work-related issues, addiction, existential or spiritual doubts, and persistent feelings of guilt, shame, and inadequacy. These experiences can be demoralizing and defeating but also provide an immense opportunity for change and growth.
I have helped families with adults and teens with disabilities to solve problems and meet their goals. I am experienced with treating challenging behaviors and teaching critical skills. Some skills I have assisted with: self management, mindfulness, activities of daily living, problem solving, executive functioning, job skills, community safety, and social skills.
I have helped families with adults and teens with disabilities to solve problems and meet their goals. I am experienced with treating challenging behaviors and teaching critical skills. Some skills I have assisted with: self management, mindfulness, activities of daily living, problem solving, executive functioning, job skills, community safety, and social skills.
Kirsten Kingsley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60301 (Online Only)
Hello lovely people! I'm excited to be a fellow traveler on this journey with you as you shift identification from the false conditioned self and integrate and align with your True Self! This can look like and feel like getting free from the pain and wounds that bind us, keep us stuck in emotional reactivity, steal our joy and distort our perspective. I believe every client has everything they need inside of themselves. Sometimes we all need a little nudge, additional support in a non-judgmental space and complete and total acceptance. At the end of the day, we all want to know that we matter and that we are seen and heard.
Hello lovely people! I'm excited to be a fellow traveler on this journey with you as you shift identification from the false conditioned self and integrate and align with your True Self! This can look like and feel like getting free from the pain and wounds that bind us, keep us stuck in emotional reactivity, steal our joy and distort our perspective. I believe every client has everything they need inside of themselves. Sometimes we all need a little nudge, additional support in a non-judgmental space and complete and total acceptance. At the end of the day, we all want to know that we matter and that we are seen and heard.
Erin L McCombs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, BCN, CYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60301
As a clinician with 24 years of experience, I offer a body-based treatment approach to wellness. In collaboration with clients, I draw on my extensive training in traditional talk therapy, neurofeedback, biofeedback, mindfulness meditation, yoga and somatic healing to address symptoms and patterns that interfere with living to one's fullest potential.
As a clinician with 24 years of experience, I offer a body-based treatment approach to wellness. In collaboration with clients, I draw on my extensive training in traditional talk therapy, neurofeedback, biofeedback, mindfulness meditation, yoga and somatic healing to address symptoms and patterns that interfere with living to one's fullest potential.
I have experience working with children, teens, and adults on issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, trauma, PTSD, relational issues, and low self-esteem.
I have experience working with children, teens, and adults on issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, trauma, PTSD, relational issues, and low self-esteem.
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