Family Therapy in Mount Vernon, IL
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I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating complex life challenges, including the effects of incarceration and significant transitions like starting a family, entering college, or going through a divorce. I specialize in supporting parents and families of children with complex behavioral issues, helping them create nurturing environments. I provide compassionate care to the loved ones of those struggling with addiction or incarceration, offering guidance and support through their journeys. My approach is evidence-based, focused on understanding and supporting clients and their families every step of the way.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating complex life challenges, including the effects of incarceration and significant transitions like starting a family, entering college, or going through a divorce. I specialize in supporting parents and families of children with complex behavioral issues, helping them create nurturing environments. I provide compassionate care to the loved ones of those struggling with addiction or incarceration, offering guidance and support through their journeys. My approach is evidence-based, focused on understanding and supporting clients and their families every step of the way.
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Often times life can get tough. It can affect you, your marriage/relationship, your family, your children, your ability to parent, your self-worth, and more than anything, your ability to overcome any obstacles you are facing. I believe within each of us we have the strength to overcome the impossible. Out of pain comes something stronger, better, and the ability to thrive. I believe you already have the answers you seek and you contain the ability to change the worst circumstances. Sometimes our paths are hidden by everything weighing us down, which can make us feel overwhelmed. This can prevent us from seeing a way out...
Often times life can get tough. It can affect you, your marriage/relationship, your family, your children, your ability to parent, your self-worth, and more than anything, your ability to overcome any obstacles you are facing. I believe within each of us we have the strength to overcome the impossible. Out of pain comes something stronger, better, and the ability to thrive. I believe you already have the answers you seek and you contain the ability to change the worst circumstances. Sometimes our paths are hidden by everything weighing us down, which can make us feel overwhelmed. This can prevent us from seeing a way out...
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M Joyce 'joy' Loyd
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Is your life lacking inner peace and joy? Do you feel overwhelmed and feel that you have lost yourself? Stuck in a never ending cycle of depressed feelings, anxiousness and worry? Are your relationships with your family and friends strained or broken? Life and relationships can be hard. You may have suffered trauma, hurt or loss. You may be dealing with situations over which you feel you have no control. Are you ready for a change?
Is your life lacking inner peace and joy? Do you feel overwhelmed and feel that you have lost yourself? Stuck in a never ending cycle of depressed feelings, anxiousness and worry? Are your relationships with your family and friends strained or broken? Life and relationships can be hard. You may have suffered trauma, hurt or loss. You may be dealing with situations over which you feel you have no control. Are you ready for a change?
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I want to help you find meaning/purpose in work, family, friendships and all other areas of your life.
You deserve to live a life that you love. There are many people who see therapy as something intrusive, not necessary or believing that they will be judged. As a therapist, I believe that the connection built between the patient and therapist is the foundation that can lead you to the life that you want to live. My only goal as a therapist is to help you achieve your goals and to see you become happier with the life you are currently living. Yes, sometimes therapy can bring up painful emotions, memories or events, but this pain can lead to growth and a better life.
I want to help you find meaning/purpose in work, family, friendships and all other areas of your life.
You deserve to live a life that you love. There are many people who see therapy as something intrusive, not necessary or believing that they will be judged. As a therapist, I believe that the connection built between the patient and therapist is the foundation that can lead you to the life that you want to live. My only goal as a therapist is to help you achieve your goals and to see you become happier with the life you are currently living. Yes, sometimes therapy can bring up painful emotions, memories or events, but this pain can lead to growth and a better life.
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Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
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Aspire Integrated Health PLLC
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is a safe, confidential place, to talk about things that may be difficult to discuss with friends and family.
We currently have a waitlist. Do you want to conquer your biggest challenges, achieve your wellness goals, and develop effective strategies to improve the way you manage your emotions and your relationships? Improving your mental health means that you will have a happier and more fulfilling life. It means that you will have better overall health and a more positive outlook on life. Our professional counselors can help you improve your life in a number of ways including developing new skills, processing your emotions in a safe and nonjudgmental setting with a trained professional, as well as setting and achieving your personal goals.
Therapy is a safe, confidential place, to talk about things that may be difficult to discuss with friends and family.
We currently have a waitlist. Do you want to conquer your biggest challenges, achieve your wellness goals, and develop effective strategies to improve the way you manage your emotions and your relationships? Improving your mental health means that you will have a happier and more fulfilling life. It means that you will have better overall health and a more positive outlook on life. Our professional counselors can help you improve your life in a number of ways including developing new skills, processing your emotions in a safe and nonjudgmental setting with a trained professional, as well as setting and achieving your personal goals.
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Scott Michael Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
I provide individual, couple, & family therapy, in addition to mindfulness & stress-reduction groups.
Hello! My name is Scott Murray, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in private practice as a psychotherapist. I am a graduate of Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, where I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work and soon after attained my Illinois clinical social work licensure. I have 20+ years experience working in outpatient clinics, in-patient psychiatric treatment facilities, academic institutions, and forensic facilities where I provided assessment and therapy to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
I provide individual, couple, & family therapy, in addition to mindfulness & stress-reduction groups.
Hello! My name is Scott Murray, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in private practice as a psychotherapist. I am a graduate of Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, where I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work and soon after attained my Illinois clinical social work licensure. I have 20+ years experience working in outpatient clinics, in-patient psychiatric treatment facilities, academic institutions, and forensic facilities where I provided assessment and therapy to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
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Do you suffer from Depression or have Suicidal Thoughts? TMS provides true treatment with a 75% success rate in treatment with 50% of patients experiencing a full remission of symptoms for patients who struggle with depression and OCD. This includes those who have tried multiple medications and struggled with side effects or have not received relief. TMS is not painful or disruptive, does not cause systemic side effects, and does not require hospitalization or anesthesia. Results are often noticed by family and friends within a week. Patient often report results as early as 3 weeks into treatment.
Do you suffer from Depression or have Suicidal Thoughts? TMS provides true treatment with a 75% success rate in treatment with 50% of patients experiencing a full remission of symptoms for patients who struggle with depression and OCD. This includes those who have tried multiple medications and struggled with side effects or have not received relief. TMS is not painful or disruptive, does not cause systemic side effects, and does not require hospitalization or anesthesia. Results are often noticed by family and friends within a week. Patient often report results as early as 3 weeks into treatment.
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I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, racial identity, women’s issues, stress, and family conflict.
Life throws us many obstacles and challenges, no matter our age. Challenges such as starting a new job, moving to a new city, starting or ending a relationship, etc. Along with these new journeys, you may start to experience excessive worry, or continuously doubt your abilities, or feel isolated and alone and therefore not wanting to burden others. These patterns begin to influence your relationships with others and yourself, affecting your mood, motivation level, and overall happiness. If you’re reading this, you are approaching the first step into your therapeutic journey and I am here to help you with each step moving forward.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, racial identity, women’s issues, stress, and family conflict.
Life throws us many obstacles and challenges, no matter our age. Challenges such as starting a new job, moving to a new city, starting or ending a relationship, etc. Along with these new journeys, you may start to experience excessive worry, or continuously doubt your abilities, or feel isolated and alone and therefore not wanting to burden others. These patterns begin to influence your relationships with others and yourself, affecting your mood, motivation level, and overall happiness. If you’re reading this, you are approaching the first step into your therapeutic journey and I am here to help you with each step moving forward.
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Veronica N. Alcerro
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Have you been thinking about learning ways to improve how you deal with stress? Is your life overwhelming and you are not sure how to help yourself with your emotions? Does it seem like no one listens to you and you are looking for someone that really hears you and understands what you are dealing with? If you need a judgement free zone just to vent sometimes but are also interested in gaining new skills then I am a good fit for you. I would be honored to help you achieve your goals in order to enhance your overall life satisfaction.
Have you been thinking about learning ways to improve how you deal with stress? Is your life overwhelming and you are not sure how to help yourself with your emotions? Does it seem like no one listens to you and you are looking for someone that really hears you and understands what you are dealing with? If you need a judgement free zone just to vent sometimes but are also interested in gaining new skills then I am a good fit for you. I would be honored to help you achieve your goals in order to enhance your overall life satisfaction.
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You know something is wrong, but you are not sure what it is, why it happened, or how to fix it. You think you probably need help, but it's hard to know where to start. You worry about being overmedicated or wasting your time. You want to figure out, once and for all, what is going on and how to take care of it. Does this sound familiar?
You know something is wrong, but you are not sure what it is, why it happened, or how to fix it. You think you probably need help, but it's hard to know where to start. You worry about being overmedicated or wasting your time. You want to figure out, once and for all, what is going on and how to take care of it. Does this sound familiar?
Joyce L Bechtel-Worthy Life Wellness Pllc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
I have experience with, adoption preservation, PTSD, behavioral problems, anger management, sexual abuse victims, grief, relationship issues, anxiety and depression and more. By utilizing several therapeutic modalities including CBT, Solution Focused, and Strength Based Therapy, I am able to equip clients to develop skills to manage their challenges.
I have experience with, adoption preservation, PTSD, behavioral problems, anger management, sexual abuse victims, grief, relationship issues, anxiety and depression and more. By utilizing several therapeutic modalities including CBT, Solution Focused, and Strength Based Therapy, I am able to equip clients to develop skills to manage their challenges.
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Michelle Barraco Hatchett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
I am Michelle Barraco Hatchett, a masters level psychotherapist, licensed clinical professional counselor(LCPC) and certified drug and alcohol counselor (CADC). In my 15 years of clinical experience, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults challenged with a variety of mental health and life concerns including but my limited to depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma and substance use. I strive to create an emotionally supportive, non-judgmental and safe environment while providing clinical insight to guide my clients through treatment.
I am Michelle Barraco Hatchett, a masters level psychotherapist, licensed clinical professional counselor(LCPC) and certified drug and alcohol counselor (CADC). In my 15 years of clinical experience, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults challenged with a variety of mental health and life concerns including but my limited to depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma and substance use. I strive to create an emotionally supportive, non-judgmental and safe environment while providing clinical insight to guide my clients through treatment.
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‘A speaker raises a glass of water and asks the audience, “How heavy do you think this glass of water is?” His answer: “It depends on how long you hold it. It is the exact same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes. If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, we will not be able to carry on, the burden becoming increasingly heavier.”’ Occasionally, we have to set our burdens down so that we are able to recharge and prepare ourselves to continue moving forward. I am deeply committed to providing pathways to support and to create the best environment possible for clients.
‘A speaker raises a glass of water and asks the audience, “How heavy do you think this glass of water is?” His answer: “It depends on how long you hold it. It is the exact same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes. If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, we will not be able to carry on, the burden becoming increasingly heavier.”’ Occasionally, we have to set our burdens down so that we are able to recharge and prepare ourselves to continue moving forward. I am deeply committed to providing pathways to support and to create the best environment possible for clients.
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Do you feel overwhelmed with some of your life circumstances? Have you experienced trauma: a divorce, job-loss, traumatic birth, difficult diagnosis, or domestic violence? Are you depressed, struggling with low self-esteem, lacking motivation, or needing help transitioning through life? I believe that every individual has what it takes to succeed and live a fulfilling life. Sometimes, we have to go through the darkest storms to see the brightest rainbows. Without the right tools and a safe non-judgmental space, it may feel impossible to weather the storm on your own.
Do you feel overwhelmed with some of your life circumstances? Have you experienced trauma: a divorce, job-loss, traumatic birth, difficult diagnosis, or domestic violence? Are you depressed, struggling with low self-esteem, lacking motivation, or needing help transitioning through life? I believe that every individual has what it takes to succeed and live a fulfilling life. Sometimes, we have to go through the darkest storms to see the brightest rainbows. Without the right tools and a safe non-judgmental space, it may feel impossible to weather the storm on your own.
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Twana Curry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864 (Online Only)
My name is Twana Curry. I am an LCSW in multiple states with over 20+ years in the field. I am glad you are here, this is the first step in a journey. Do you ever feel like something is missing, but can't put your finger on it Are you looking to go deeper in your journey, wanting to find the calm and balance with your past, present, and your future. This is when we seek guidance, we may be experiencing chronic stress, pain, depression, anxiety, grief, or as of late feeling like this world is not something you recognize any longer.
My name is Twana Curry. I am an LCSW in multiple states with over 20+ years in the field. I am glad you are here, this is the first step in a journey. Do you ever feel like something is missing, but can't put your finger on it Are you looking to go deeper in your journey, wanting to find the calm and balance with your past, present, and your future. This is when we seek guidance, we may be experiencing chronic stress, pain, depression, anxiety, grief, or as of late feeling like this world is not something you recognize any longer.
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Ever have the nagging sense that things aren't getting better? Or a fear that life is working out better for people around you? Life can seem so complicated. And busy. It can seem overwhelming to think about how to fix a marriage. Or how to finally face that anxiety you've been running from. It's hard to think about finding time to start getting better. All these thoughts keep us stuck. Stuck in relationships that could be better. Stuck living in a grey depression. What could we achieve if we decided to get unstuck? Hundreds of people every day move from STUCK to a fresh START.
Ever have the nagging sense that things aren't getting better? Or a fear that life is working out better for people around you? Life can seem so complicated. And busy. It can seem overwhelming to think about how to fix a marriage. Or how to finally face that anxiety you've been running from. It's hard to think about finding time to start getting better. All these thoughts keep us stuck. Stuck in relationships that could be better. Stuck living in a grey depression. What could we achieve if we decided to get unstuck? Hundreds of people every day move from STUCK to a fresh START.
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Tiffany Shurtz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
I believe Brené Brown said it best, “You are imperfect, you are wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging.” My name is Tiffany Shurtz and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe it is important to have a safe space to learn and grow during the process of self-discovery. I provide a judgement free environment for patients to process thoughts and feelings that hinder the ability to find self-worth. I currently see children ages 10 and older, along with adults of all ages. I have experience in CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Grief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
I believe Brené Brown said it best, “You are imperfect, you are wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging.” My name is Tiffany Shurtz and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe it is important to have a safe space to learn and grow during the process of self-discovery. I provide a judgement free environment for patients to process thoughts and feelings that hinder the ability to find self-worth. I currently see children ages 10 and older, along with adults of all ages. I have experience in CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Grief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
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Making a decision to come to counseling can be a frightening one. Please know many people come the first time very apprehensive. Together we will build you up and give you the confidence and tools you need to make healthy life choices. The goal is a healthy, happy you!
Making a decision to come to counseling can be a frightening one. Please know many people come the first time very apprehensive. Together we will build you up and give you the confidence and tools you need to make healthy life choices. The goal is a healthy, happy you!
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Courage isn’t having the strength to go on - it is going on when you don’t feel like you have the strength. You need an immense amount of courage to stay the course and struggle even when you are almost ready to give up on life. I am here to listen, and walk beside you even when it feels like everything and maybe everyone is against you.
Courage isn’t having the strength to go on - it is going on when you don’t feel like you have the strength. You need an immense amount of courage to stay the course and struggle even when you are almost ready to give up on life. I am here to listen, and walk beside you even when it feels like everything and maybe everyone is against you.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.