Interpersonal Therapists in Naperville, IL
![Photo of Erin Hankins Meagher, LCPC, CCATP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44f41d04-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Erin Hankins Meagher
Counselor, LCPC, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60564 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Anxiety, depression, or interpersonal crises? I create a safe, trusting space to get to know you and your needs. I work hard to be trustworthy, authentic, and supportive. I want you to feel comfortable expressing your goals and feelings. Depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem no longer need to ruin your life. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused techniques, and mindfulness to help you heal, while gaining life lasting coping skills.
Anxiety, depression, or interpersonal crises? I create a safe, trusting space to get to know you and your needs. I work hard to be trustworthy, authentic, and supportive. I want you to feel comfortable expressing your goals and feelings. Depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem no longer need to ruin your life. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused techniques, and mindfulness to help you heal, while gaining life lasting coping skills.
![Photo of Kelsey Romanoff, LCPC, MA](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bdf54bfd-8de4-435d-9588-26380d6f5354/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kelsey Romanoff
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60563
I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, and depression, for teens and college students. I believe each client needs a safe and comfortable space to process their thoughts and emotions. I use various skills and techniques, as we work together, to navigate the areas in life that you are ready to explore. Genuine empathy and interpersonal connection are the baseline. It’s my goal that my clients feel heard, valued, and accepted. Email me today to get scheduled!
I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, and depression, for teens and college students. I believe each client needs a safe and comfortable space to process their thoughts and emotions. I use various skills and techniques, as we work together, to navigate the areas in life that you are ready to explore. Genuine empathy and interpersonal connection are the baseline. It’s my goal that my clients feel heard, valued, and accepted. Email me today to get scheduled!
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I utilize a holistic, growth oriented, and interpersonal approach in helping others increase health and wellness, improve relationships, cope with stress and illness, and adjust thru life transitions.
Thank you for visiting my profile and I invite you to come and "expand" with me. Moving through the transitions and stressors of life can be challenging. Often, we move through these challenges with ease, but at other times, we can become overwhelmed and find that what typically works for us is no longer working. We may be constricted by our typical ways of coping. In my practice, I help guide clients towards solutions and expanding one’s repertoire of coping behaviors, interpersonal skills, and wellness! I strive to help people create stability, mental strength, and harmony in their relationship with self and others.
I utilize a holistic, growth oriented, and interpersonal approach in helping others increase health and wellness, improve relationships, cope with stress and illness, and adjust thru life transitions.
Thank you for visiting my profile and I invite you to come and "expand" with me. Moving through the transitions and stressors of life can be challenging. Often, we move through these challenges with ease, but at other times, we can become overwhelmed and find that what typically works for us is no longer working. We may be constricted by our typical ways of coping. In my practice, I help guide clients towards solutions and expanding one’s repertoire of coping behaviors, interpersonal skills, and wellness! I strive to help people create stability, mental strength, and harmony in their relationship with self and others.
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I primarily use interpersonal psychodynamic and strengths-based approaches adapted to each client’s needs.
I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment to foster therapeutic change. My extensive background includes treating people of all ages in areas of trauma, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, LGTBQIA+, behavioral issues, disordered eating, phase of life issues, attachment issues, personality disorders, and sexual health. I am currently seeking additional training in women’s health issues, including pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, and fertility concerns. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from Loyola University Chicago in 2012 and my Doctorate of Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2018.
I primarily use interpersonal psychodynamic and strengths-based approaches adapted to each client’s needs.
I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment to foster therapeutic change. My extensive background includes treating people of all ages in areas of trauma, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, LGTBQIA+, behavioral issues, disordered eating, phase of life issues, attachment issues, personality disorders, and sexual health. I am currently seeking additional training in women’s health issues, including pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, and fertility concerns. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from Loyola University Chicago in 2012 and my Doctorate of Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2018.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and a founding partner of Compass Behavioral Health and Wellness, LLC. My goal is to empower my clients to explore their emotional experiences, to work towards understanding their interpersonal relationships, and to identify individual strengths through a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and a founding partner of Compass Behavioral Health and Wellness, LLC. My goal is to empower my clients to explore their emotional experiences, to work towards understanding their interpersonal relationships, and to identify individual strengths through a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
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My practice of therapy is influenced by psychodynamic, interpersonal, existential, and cognitive approaches.
***Dr. Sachdev currently has limited daytime availability at both offices***A therapist can be an ally and partner during times when life presents us with challenges that make us feel stuck. A strong therapeutic relationship can help us feel safe and comfortable as we work to understand ourselves and get 'unstuck'. As a clinician, I aim to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients. I am present and accessible to my clients. I have a warm and very down-to-earth style that helps my clients find their voice as we embark on a journey towards empowerment.
My practice of therapy is influenced by psychodynamic, interpersonal, existential, and cognitive approaches.
***Dr. Sachdev currently has limited daytime availability at both offices***A therapist can be an ally and partner during times when life presents us with challenges that make us feel stuck. A strong therapeutic relationship can help us feel safe and comfortable as we work to understand ourselves and get 'unstuck'. As a clinician, I aim to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients. I am present and accessible to my clients. I have a warm and very down-to-earth style that helps my clients find their voice as we embark on a journey towards empowerment.
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I was trained as a generalist psychologist who can work with a variety of concerns and I approach therapy from a client-centered, strengths-based, and interpersonal-relational framework.
“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.” It may surprise you that this is a quote from Albert Einstein, but it perfectly captures the therapy process. My name is Tim Paquette, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience providing counseling support to people who take the brave step to address their mental health concerns. That starts with the working relationship I create that focuses on each person’s unique concerns, experiences, perspectives, and identities. With a safe, supportive, and trusting foundation in place, we will work together to meet your specific goals in therapy.
I was trained as a generalist psychologist who can work with a variety of concerns and I approach therapy from a client-centered, strengths-based, and interpersonal-relational framework.
“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.” It may surprise you that this is a quote from Albert Einstein, but it perfectly captures the therapy process. My name is Tim Paquette, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience providing counseling support to people who take the brave step to address their mental health concerns. That starts with the working relationship I create that focuses on each person’s unique concerns, experiences, perspectives, and identities. With a safe, supportive, and trusting foundation in place, we will work together to meet your specific goals in therapy.
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Patricia Borela Jones
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60563 (Online Only)
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, OCD, shame, issues related to low self-esteem and low self-confidence, parent training, child and adolescent behavior and family issues; treating adult/childhood trauma, grieving, life transitions, interpersonal relationship difficulties, identity development, vocational issues, and goal-setting.
I help my clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life and alleviate suffering. I believe that everyone can find their true potential and live a fulfilled life despite their life circumstances. I help my clients learn and develop skills to manage stressors and overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their life goals. I believe that my clients can develop a more compassionate way to understand and accept what they cannot change and focus on what they can change in order to live a life aligned with their true values, improving the quality of their life and the lives of their loved ones.
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, OCD, shame, issues related to low self-esteem and low self-confidence, parent training, child and adolescent behavior and family issues; treating adult/childhood trauma, grieving, life transitions, interpersonal relationship difficulties, identity development, vocational issues, and goal-setting.
I help my clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life and alleviate suffering. I believe that everyone can find their true potential and live a fulfilled life despite their life circumstances. I help my clients learn and develop skills to manage stressors and overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their life goals. I believe that my clients can develop a more compassionate way to understand and accept what they cannot change and focus on what they can change in order to live a life aligned with their true values, improving the quality of their life and the lives of their loved ones.
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Kerry frequently utilizes approaches from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy (NT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).
Kerry believes that each client possesses strength and qualities within them needed to work through life challenges; however, they often may lack the tools needed to access them. these when beginning therapy. Kerry takes a collaborative approach with clients to help identify their specific problems, needs, and goals and tailors’ therapeutic interventions to what works best for each individual. Kerry believes in building a strong therapeutic rapport with each client to foster a safe environment for them to express their emotions and feel empowered to work toward becoming their most authentic selves.
Kerry frequently utilizes approaches from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy (NT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).
Kerry believes that each client possesses strength and qualities within them needed to work through life challenges; however, they often may lack the tools needed to access them. these when beginning therapy. Kerry takes a collaborative approach with clients to help identify their specific problems, needs, and goals and tailors’ therapeutic interventions to what works best for each individual. Kerry believes in building a strong therapeutic rapport with each client to foster a safe environment for them to express their emotions and feel empowered to work toward becoming their most authentic selves.
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Jean strives to provide holistic care with multicultural sensitivity to help clients cope with various personal and relational challenges. Her areas of specialty are anxiety, depression, anger management, self-harm, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and interpersonal relationships. Jean is working under the supervision of Kary Pekarek, LCSW.
Jean strives to provide holistic care with multicultural sensitivity to help clients cope with various personal and relational challenges. Her areas of specialty are anxiety, depression, anger management, self-harm, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and interpersonal relationships. Jean is working under the supervision of Kary Pekarek, LCSW.
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Rae M. Nevling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60540
Not accepting new clients
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Relationship/Interpersonal and Mindfulness modalities.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Minister, who is passionate about providing mental healthcare to people of all backgrounds. My desire is to treat the whole person: emotionally, mentally, and spiritually to offer you the care you need to flourish.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Relationship/Interpersonal and Mindfulness modalities.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Minister, who is passionate about providing mental healthcare to people of all backgrounds. My desire is to treat the whole person: emotionally, mentally, and spiritually to offer you the care you need to flourish.
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Ra'eesa Sadat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60563
Ra’eesa uses multiple treatment modalities including Interpersonal psychotherapy, Psychodynamic therapy, Motivational interviewing and Solutions-focused.
Previously, Ra’eesa provided physical, emotional and educational support during pregnancy and labor and also she provided supportive counseling around adjustment to illness, hospitalization and outpatient care. She believes that therapy helps to remind people that their light continues to shine in the dark, and that the darkness has not overcome it.
Ra’eesa uses multiple treatment modalities including Interpersonal psychotherapy, Psychodynamic therapy, Motivational interviewing and Solutions-focused.
Previously, Ra’eesa provided physical, emotional and educational support during pregnancy and labor and also she provided supportive counseling around adjustment to illness, hospitalization and outpatient care. She believes that therapy helps to remind people that their light continues to shine in the dark, and that the darkness has not overcome it.
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Therapy can provide a space to feel safe and be your authentic self to process and work through interpersonal and intrapersonal struggles.
I am passionate about providing counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working with diverse cultural backgrounds, all sexual orientations and gender, and advocating for clients. I use an integrative treatment pulling from Humanistic, Systems, Trauma-Informed, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while incorporating expressive therapy techniques for individual clients. For couples therapy, I use the Emotionally Focused Couples therapy techniques to help couples understand and dismantle unhealth conflict cycles.
Therapy can provide a space to feel safe and be your authentic self to process and work through interpersonal and intrapersonal struggles.
I am passionate about providing counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working with diverse cultural backgrounds, all sexual orientations and gender, and advocating for clients. I use an integrative treatment pulling from Humanistic, Systems, Trauma-Informed, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while incorporating expressive therapy techniques for individual clients. For couples therapy, I use the Emotionally Focused Couples therapy techniques to help couples understand and dismantle unhealth conflict cycles.
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Joanna Inserra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60540
Immediate daytime openings. I believe we are all here to become the best version of ourselves. Together we can work to continue to grow your strengths while taking a look into behaviors and thoughts that shape your choices. I believe in building a strong rapport in a safe environment to reach your full potential. I focus on person-centered growth while using therapeutic techniques such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, person centered, play therapy, and interpersonal therapy to empower all individuals through the process of healing and understanding.
Immediate daytime openings. I believe we are all here to become the best version of ourselves. Together we can work to continue to grow your strengths while taking a look into behaviors and thoughts that shape your choices. I believe in building a strong rapport in a safe environment to reach your full potential. I focus on person-centered growth while using therapeutic techniques such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, person centered, play therapy, and interpersonal therapy to empower all individuals through the process of healing and understanding.
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I aid you in understanding yourself, your choices, and the origins of your interpersonal and behavioral patterns.
If you are reading this then you are taking the first step to self-care and self-compassion. I know this is not an easy task and so I welcome you, and commend you. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with training and practice in health psychology, university counseling, inpatient treatment, corrections, and bariatric psychology. I have specialties in addressing weight concerns/body image, overeating, addiction, bariatrics, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, ACOA/Al-Anon, and women's issues. I offer information/treatment/assessments to individuals undergoing or considering bariatric surgery.
I aid you in understanding yourself, your choices, and the origins of your interpersonal and behavioral patterns.
If you are reading this then you are taking the first step to self-care and self-compassion. I know this is not an easy task and so I welcome you, and commend you. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with training and practice in health psychology, university counseling, inpatient treatment, corrections, and bariatric psychology. I have specialties in addressing weight concerns/body image, overeating, addiction, bariatrics, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, ACOA/Al-Anon, and women's issues. I offer information/treatment/assessments to individuals undergoing or considering bariatric surgery.
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I believe there are three major components to a well-balanced state of mind - they are Love, Purpose, and Value. If either is missing, you could experience some level of mental distress. I specialize in working with the average person trying to earn a living and take care of their family. I treat individuals who struggle with anger, depression, self-esteem and other interpersonal concerns.
I believe there are three major components to a well-balanced state of mind - they are Love, Purpose, and Value. If either is missing, you could experience some level of mental distress. I specialize in working with the average person trying to earn a living and take care of their family. I treat individuals who struggle with anger, depression, self-esteem and other interpersonal concerns.
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Today you can be one step closer to realizing your greatest potential, achieving emotional and physical well-being and creating a life worth celebrating! Together we will develop a path toward healing and growth so you can achieve your personal goals, resolve the challenges that limit you and allow you to maintain strong and satisfying interpersonal relationships.
While we cannot change difficult experiences from the past, we can work together to understand and overcome any negative impact they may be currently having in your life which may include anxiety and panic, depression, low self-esteem, underachievement, weight problems, relationship issues and more.
Today you can be one step closer to realizing your greatest potential, achieving emotional and physical well-being and creating a life worth celebrating! Together we will develop a path toward healing and growth so you can achieve your personal goals, resolve the challenges that limit you and allow you to maintain strong and satisfying interpersonal relationships.
While we cannot change difficult experiences from the past, we can work together to understand and overcome any negative impact they may be currently having in your life which may include anxiety and panic, depression, low self-esteem, underachievement, weight problems, relationship issues and more.
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If you are struggling with feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or experiencing increased life stressors due to work, family or other responsibilities, psychotherapy can help. Strengthening your interpersonal, behavioral and relational strategies will bring you relief. Together, we will explore how the complex patterns of your experiences are affecting your current life challenges, emotions, and behaviors. Whether working with children, adolescents, teens or adults, my approach is to be compassionate and attuned to your unique set of needs, providing a space for you to feel understood, appreciated and learn self-acceptance, ultimately achieving more effective strategies for dealing with life's stressors.
If you are struggling with feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or experiencing increased life stressors due to work, family or other responsibilities, psychotherapy can help. Strengthening your interpersonal, behavioral and relational strategies will bring you relief. Together, we will explore how the complex patterns of your experiences are affecting your current life challenges, emotions, and behaviors. Whether working with children, adolescents, teens or adults, my approach is to be compassionate and attuned to your unique set of needs, providing a space for you to feel understood, appreciated and learn self-acceptance, ultimately achieving more effective strategies for dealing with life's stressors.
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Chelsea (Derks) Knight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60563 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clients describe my approach as gentle and direct with a dab of humor. I do my best work treating individuals who have experienced interpersonal trauma, people who are navigating their role in complicated families, and those who have been emotionally abused. I tend to find success with people who struggle with depression or low self-esteem, people who work in high-stress or helping professions, and people who do not know where to start. I have experience working with people with Bipolar Disorder, PMDD, learning disabilities, ADHD, anxiety, insomnia, auto-immune conditions, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, autism, & PTSD.
My clients describe my approach as gentle and direct with a dab of humor. I do my best work treating individuals who have experienced interpersonal trauma, people who are navigating their role in complicated families, and those who have been emotionally abused. I tend to find success with people who struggle with depression or low self-esteem, people who work in high-stress or helping professions, and people who do not know where to start. I have experience working with people with Bipolar Disorder, PMDD, learning disabilities, ADHD, anxiety, insomnia, auto-immune conditions, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, autism, & PTSD.
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Crystal Whitaker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60540 (Online Only)
Clients working with me can trust I will provide a safe & nonjudgmental environment to spend time with themselves, explore & resolve interpersonal and intrapersonal conflicts, to learn self-validation, grounding techniques, problem-solving tools & other healthy coping skills to overcome traumatic triggers to create healthier behaviors in the here and now.
So many times we pre-judge situations based on past traumas or conditioning. Entering an intimate space with yourself is no easy task. But with the help of someone you trust, it makes the journey easier to embrace. It is my belief that my job as a therapist is to help my clients connect the dots within their lives in order to enhance their overall mental health. This is done by unpacking, exploring and examining roadblocks from our past that are preventing us from being present in the here & now. This type of awareness helps to foster continual growth & grants access to understanding the story behind our behaviors.
Clients working with me can trust I will provide a safe & nonjudgmental environment to spend time with themselves, explore & resolve interpersonal and intrapersonal conflicts, to learn self-validation, grounding techniques, problem-solving tools & other healthy coping skills to overcome traumatic triggers to create healthier behaviors in the here and now.
So many times we pre-judge situations based on past traumas or conditioning. Entering an intimate space with yourself is no easy task. But with the help of someone you trust, it makes the journey easier to embrace. It is my belief that my job as a therapist is to help my clients connect the dots within their lives in order to enhance their overall mental health. This is done by unpacking, exploring and examining roadblocks from our past that are preventing us from being present in the here & now. This type of awareness helps to foster continual growth & grants access to understanding the story behind our behaviors.
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Interpersonal Therapists
Is interpersonal therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found interpersonal therapy to be effective for life transitions including retirement, divorce, and job loss. Also, some studies have found it to be just as useful as medication and other therapy approaches. The benefits of interpersonal therapy can last long after treatment has been completed; the individual can use the tenets of this therapy throughout their life.
How long does interpersonal therapy take?
Interpersonal psychotherapy is normally time-limited and focuses on specific problems in the client’s everyday relationships. Treatment can be either one-on-one or take place in a group setting; it tends to last 12 to 16 weeks, depending on the individual client’s needs. If a new interpersonal problem arises in the future, the client may require additional therapy to address it specifically. The timeline and session schedule may vary depending on the client’s challenges as well as their progress. Treatment may conclude with wrap-up sessions to review the client’s accomplishments.
Is interpersonal therapy effective?
Research shows that interpersonal therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of conditions such as depression or anxiety. The approach may also offer a range of benefits that are hard to measure but valuable—including healthier relationships and improved feelings of self-worth. The therapist will give the client practical solutions that can be put into practice. The brief duration of this therapy also means that clients can see changes in their relationships fairly quickly.
What are the limitations of interpersonal therapy?
Interpersonal therapy may not effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as psychosis, chronic illness, or alcohol relapse. Because it is short-term in nature, it may not be the best approach for conditions that need to be tracked, though maintenance sessions are a viable approach under these circumstances.
Can interpersonal psychotherapy be done online?
Yes, interpersonal psychotherapy can be conducted effectively either in-person or online. A therapist with expertise in IPT will be able to adjust their techniques, such as role-playing, to better suit the online environment. Offering online IPT can make it more accessible for clients who have transportation difficulties; it also provides the ideal opportunity to explore challenges unique to digital relationships.