Female Therapists in North Riverside, IL

Now accepting new clients for EMDR therapy! Are you tired of avoiding life? Scrolling social media, watching the same movies over and over, sleeping in and staying home all the time is not actually making you feel any better. Do you notice yourself struggling at work, isolating, lashing out at your partner or kids, over eating, and just not enjoying life anymore? Maybe you were taught to sweep all of your problems under the rug and "be grateful." You really do appreciate all the sacrifices that have been made for you, but you still can't shake these negative feelings. You know it is time to try something different. I can help!

Are you struggling with the intense pain of losing a loved one? Do past traumas haunt you with nightmares, anger, anxiety, and deep sadness? On the outside, you may seem to have it all together, but inside, you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, and depressed. If everything feels chaotic right now, I am here to create a safe space for you. Together, we can work on managing these overwhelming emotions. My goal is to help you move forward, so you can feel better about yourself, your choices, your relationships, and your life. Let's find practical solutions to help you cope and regain a sense of balance.

The decision to start therapy can feel intimidating. It can also lead to profound growth and benefits that impact all aspects of your life. Choosing the right therapist is the first step in this process. It's important to find someone who you feel you can trust and who can provide you with the understanding and support that is right for you. One of my goals as a therapist is to create a collaborative environment in which we can safely explore, and make meaning from, life experiences.

I approach my therapeutic work as my genuine self, incorporating humor, directness, and accountability in our sessions, to build rapport and challenge clients towards their identified goals. I recognize societal and other life-factors that impact/influence each individual, gaining understanding of each person’s unique framework for moving through the world. I believe a diagnosis defines a constellation of symptoms, it does not define a person. I also value and welcome feedback in order to provide the best possible clinical care - and it's a beautiful place to practice self-advocacy.

My goal is to support you during your journey to grow and heal from experiences that are impacting your ability to be the healthiest version of you. I strive to provide an environment that is open, safe, and tailored to your unique needs. I will assist you to find solutions and see results that make meaningful differences in your life. I want you to feel a sense of relief and freedom as you improve your understanding of how the choices you make impact your sense of self, your relationships, and the way you view life.

You're probably reading through these pages because you know it is time for a change. Are you feeling stuck in a rut, struggling to get out of bed, having panic attacks, feeling unheard or experiencing weight changes due to stress? Maybe you have gone to therapy in the past and you know things are getting bad again? Or, maybe this is your first time seeking counseling? Either way, I can help. In addition to my skills for helping with anxiety and depression, I also have special insights to help people who struggle to maintain healthy eating habits. I am an LPC supervised by Rebecca Malley Fitzgerald, LCPC.

Feeling overwhelmed and struggling with life's challenges? You don't have to face it alone. Hi, I’m Dr. Kisha Jenkins. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I specialize in compassionate, evidence-based therapy to support you through difficult times. With extensive experience in helping clients like you, I am dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where your personal growth and healing are the top priorities.

Feeling overwhelmed by life's demands and struggling to maintain your mental health? Do you often feel trapped, weighed down by feelings of helplessness, anxiety, or insecurity? Has the uncertainty of life caused you to lose touch with your true self? Restless nights filled with racing thoughts and worries can make you feel isolated and unmotivated. If any of this sounds familiar, know that you're not alone. Seeking a qualified therapist shouldn't add to your stress. We offer compassionate support and expert guidance to help you navigate life's challenges, rediscover yourself, and find healing and empowerment.

Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward and Integrative approach and have our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.

For many years, I have been helping my clients to lead happier and more fulfilling lives. One of my main psychotherapy approaches is cognitive-behavioral therapy, a well-established, efficient and effective form of psychotherapy. It directly targets the patient's thinking, and behavior, patterns that are producing psychological problems, and teaches the patient to change those patterns. In marital and family therapy, I help the parties to communicate better with one another and to reach agreements acceptable to all. If the children have behavior problems, I often help the parents to become more effective disciplinarians.