Female Therapists in Northbrook, IL
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Whether you are generally feeling anxious, dealing with major life transitions, have difficulties with relationships, or just not "feeling yourself", I can help you move forward. I focus on helping people feel less overwhelmed and in a supportive environment, we can work together to understand what is going on for you and then we focus on defining the changes you want. I am an experienced therapist described by my clients and other professionals as warm, with an uncanny knack to quickly help people get "unstuck" and move forward in their lives. Please read the many articles on my website to see if they resonate with what you need.
Whether you are generally feeling anxious, dealing with major life transitions, have difficulties with relationships, or just not "feeling yourself", I can help you move forward. I focus on helping people feel less overwhelmed and in a supportive environment, we can work together to understand what is going on for you and then we focus on defining the changes you want. I am an experienced therapist described by my clients and other professionals as warm, with an uncanny knack to quickly help people get "unstuck" and move forward in their lives. Please read the many articles on my website to see if they resonate with what you need.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in private practice, with offices in Northbrook, Chicago, and Schaumburg. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples consciously resolve the obstacles that keep them from reaching their full potential. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate space in which we can work collaboratively to explore the challenges you are facing. It is my goal to facilitate a supportive therapeutic relationship in which healing, insight and growth can take place.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in private practice, with offices in Northbrook, Chicago, and Schaumburg. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples consciously resolve the obstacles that keep them from reaching their full potential. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate space in which we can work collaboratively to explore the challenges you are facing. It is my goal to facilitate a supportive therapeutic relationship in which healing, insight and growth can take place.
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Katherine Hennessey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northbrook, IL 60062
Do you ever feel like your child struggles to communicate with you? Maybe they've began shutting down or acting out. It can be painful to see our children struggle to express their feelings. Children have A LOT to say, but often don't have the tools to know how to say it. The good news is, children want to communicate! In working with me, your child will experience a safe space where we will work together to set goals and help them find their voice in a way that is gentle and feels comfortable for them. In this work, your child will not only gain communication skills, but also confidence in who they are.
Do you ever feel like your child struggles to communicate with you? Maybe they've began shutting down or acting out. It can be painful to see our children struggle to express their feelings. Children have A LOT to say, but often don't have the tools to know how to say it. The good news is, children want to communicate! In working with me, your child will experience a safe space where we will work together to set goals and help them find their voice in a way that is gentle and feels comfortable for them. In this work, your child will not only gain communication skills, but also confidence in who they are.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who are struggling with a wide range of issues. I work towards providing an atmosphere of comfort and trust where individuals feel safe exploring their thoughts and feelings and understanding their difficulties. I believe there is no "one size fits all" form of therapy and I utilize various interventions to fit my clients needs and circumstances. I work collaboratively with my clients utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities. I am described as warm, engaging, caring, accepting and insightful.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who are struggling with a wide range of issues. I work towards providing an atmosphere of comfort and trust where individuals feel safe exploring their thoughts and feelings and understanding their difficulties. I believe there is no "one size fits all" form of therapy and I utilize various interventions to fit my clients needs and circumstances. I work collaboratively with my clients utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities. I am described as warm, engaging, caring, accepting and insightful.
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When is it time to talk to a psychoanalyst? When you are ready to take charge of your life and yourself, either needing to regain your emotional footing after a loss or a crisis or a transition or simply to better understand the sources that interfer with living a fuller life. Talking with a psychoanalyst and understanding the workings of your inner life will enable you to discover your possibilities, cope with tensions and anxiety and find inner strength.
When is it time to talk to a psychoanalyst? When you are ready to take charge of your life and yourself, either needing to regain your emotional footing after a loss or a crisis or a transition or simply to better understand the sources that interfer with living a fuller life. Talking with a psychoanalyst and understanding the workings of your inner life will enable you to discover your possibilities, cope with tensions and anxiety and find inner strength.
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Accepting New Clients!- Are you anxious or stressed about transitioning from school to the workforce or struggling with your identity in a new phase of life? Do you want to build confidence or a healthier body image? Are you burning yourself out with no space for self-care? I am passionate about helping young men and women navigate the changes and stresses of adulthood by helping them identify their strengths and build a healthy identity. I support high-achieving women to develop healthy boundaries and self-care. As a perinatal mental health specialist, I treat postpartum mood disorders and support women struggling with infertility.
Accepting New Clients!- Are you anxious or stressed about transitioning from school to the workforce or struggling with your identity in a new phase of life? Do you want to build confidence or a healthier body image? Are you burning yourself out with no space for self-care? I am passionate about helping young men and women navigate the changes and stresses of adulthood by helping them identify their strengths and build a healthy identity. I support high-achieving women to develop healthy boundaries and self-care. As a perinatal mental health specialist, I treat postpartum mood disorders and support women struggling with infertility.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been in practice for over two decades. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of issues within a variety of different settings such as medical and behavioral inpatient floors, crisis units, community mental health centers, and outpatient clinics.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been in practice for over two decades. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of issues within a variety of different settings such as medical and behavioral inpatient floors, crisis units, community mental health centers, and outpatient clinics.
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When we find ourselves held back or stuck in life, it can be difficult to see another way. We may go through the motions of each day, but know deep down that we feel unhappy, anxious, vulnerable, scared, and hurt. Our history, identities, and relationships are key to understanding why we feel stuck, and how we can feel free. I am committed to helping you feel free. Free to be your authentic self, to choose what you want in life, and to let go of or make peace with the things that no longer serve you, so that you can lead a life rich with meaning, love, and growth.
When we find ourselves held back or stuck in life, it can be difficult to see another way. We may go through the motions of each day, but know deep down that we feel unhappy, anxious, vulnerable, scared, and hurt. Our history, identities, and relationships are key to understanding why we feel stuck, and how we can feel free. I am committed to helping you feel free. Free to be your authentic self, to choose what you want in life, and to let go of or make peace with the things that no longer serve you, so that you can lead a life rich with meaning, love, and growth.
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Stephanie O Hopmayer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Northbrook, IL 60062
If you are looking at this profile, you or a loved one is struggling. I have 23 years of experience helping people just like you. I work with adults going through hard times who are struggling to cope. Whether it be anxiety, depression, grief/loss, difficult life transitions, separation, divorce, new parents, postpartum depression, ADHD in children, parenting issues, relationship challenges, pending empty-nesters, later life health issues....Life transitions often bring hard feelings with them. Many people find that their coping mechanisms just aren't working any longer. We will find new, healthier ones together.
If you are looking at this profile, you or a loved one is struggling. I have 23 years of experience helping people just like you. I work with adults going through hard times who are struggling to cope. Whether it be anxiety, depression, grief/loss, difficult life transitions, separation, divorce, new parents, postpartum depression, ADHD in children, parenting issues, relationship challenges, pending empty-nesters, later life health issues....Life transitions often bring hard feelings with them. Many people find that their coping mechanisms just aren't working any longer. We will find new, healthier ones together.
![Photo of Jacqueline S Mallinger, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cdb59dc-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 34 years of clinical experience in various settings, including a mental health center, a college, a psychiatric hospital, a family service agency and private practice. I provided individual, couples and family therapy in these settings. I offer clients a supportive environment, enabling them to overcome a wide variety of challenges in their relationships and life situations. My therapeutic approach is tailored to the unique needs of each individual, blending psychodynamic, attachment and family systems treatment. I have extensive experience with clients of all ages and various backgrounds. Brief treatment is available. Medicare provider.
I am a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 34 years of clinical experience in various settings, including a mental health center, a college, a psychiatric hospital, a family service agency and private practice. I provided individual, couples and family therapy in these settings. I offer clients a supportive environment, enabling them to overcome a wide variety of challenges in their relationships and life situations. My therapeutic approach is tailored to the unique needs of each individual, blending psychodynamic, attachment and family systems treatment. I have extensive experience with clients of all ages and various backgrounds. Brief treatment is available. Medicare provider.
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Lisa Moss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northbrook, IL 60062
Waitlist for new clients
As a clinical social worker, I see myself as a coach, working to reduce anxiety by identifying the patterns that have created problems and stress in your life and formulating a plan for change. I believe change is possible at any age or stage of life. As a certified Parenting Effectiveness Instructor, I can support parents in improving communication with their children, reducing power struggles and managing their own anxiety to become more confident and effective.
As a clinical social worker, I see myself as a coach, working to reduce anxiety by identifying the patterns that have created problems and stress in your life and formulating a plan for change. I believe change is possible at any age or stage of life. As a certified Parenting Effectiveness Instructor, I can support parents in improving communication with their children, reducing power struggles and managing their own anxiety to become more confident and effective.
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Sarah Matsko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Northbrook, IL 60062 (Online Only)
Openings available for telehealth for clients across Illinois. Are you stressed out and overwhelmed trying to balance life, work and family? I support women dealing with depression, anxiety, adjustment to motherhood, infertility, relational stress, and parenting. I support clients as they identify their goals and decide what they would like to get out of therapy. In our sessions, we'll talk about your current stressors, your personal life, work life, family, your mental health history, your childhood, and trauma. We'll come up with strategies together to improve your mental health and wellbeing.
Openings available for telehealth for clients across Illinois. Are you stressed out and overwhelmed trying to balance life, work and family? I support women dealing with depression, anxiety, adjustment to motherhood, infertility, relational stress, and parenting. I support clients as they identify their goals and decide what they would like to get out of therapy. In our sessions, we'll talk about your current stressors, your personal life, work life, family, your mental health history, your childhood, and trauma. We'll come up with strategies together to improve your mental health and wellbeing.
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Becky Freeman-Murray
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northbrook, IL 60062
Waitlist for new clients
Here to help in this difficult time,offering sessions in person, by phone or video. I'm a seasoned therapist with 25+ years of clinical experience. I'm warm, compassionate and confident through my professional experience and personal journey studying health and wellness. I am child life specialist with extensive experience with autism (ASD) and play therapy.. I'm a personal survivor of Lyme disease, and am Lyme-literate and able to understand chronic illness. As part of my tenure, I have spent years supporting adults, families, couples, and parents to thrive in their life. I'd love to meet you and support you in your journey!
Here to help in this difficult time,offering sessions in person, by phone or video. I'm a seasoned therapist with 25+ years of clinical experience. I'm warm, compassionate and confident through my professional experience and personal journey studying health and wellness. I am child life specialist with extensive experience with autism (ASD) and play therapy.. I'm a personal survivor of Lyme disease, and am Lyme-literate and able to understand chronic illness. As part of my tenure, I have spent years supporting adults, families, couples, and parents to thrive in their life. I'd love to meet you and support you in your journey!
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For the past twenty years, I have worked in various treatment settings that include inpatient psychiatry, community mental health, PHP/IOP and private practice. I am committed to meeting my patients where they are at with empathy, warmth and compassion.
For the past twenty years, I have worked in various treatment settings that include inpatient psychiatry, community mental health, PHP/IOP and private practice. I am committed to meeting my patients where they are at with empathy, warmth and compassion.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a Masters degree in Family Counseling and over 20 years experience working with children, teenagers and adults as a therapist, school counselor and special education teacher. I am a strength-based therapist utilizing solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral and client-centered therapy. To support my interventions with young children, I am trained in the use of play therapy. I specialize in working with children and families struggling with behavioral issues at home and in school; and with children and adults experiencing life transitions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a Masters degree in Family Counseling and over 20 years experience working with children, teenagers and adults as a therapist, school counselor and special education teacher. I am a strength-based therapist utilizing solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral and client-centered therapy. To support my interventions with young children, I am trained in the use of play therapy. I specialize in working with children and families struggling with behavioral issues at home and in school; and with children and adults experiencing life transitions.
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Lauren Rapp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Northbrook, IL 60062
You find it challenging to express your needs and establish personal, relational, and professional boundaries. You recognize navigating your emotions and processing them can be difficult in a world that often doesn't make space for this. You feel pressured to appear "perfect" in all areas of life, leading to exhaustion, burnout, and frustration. Your sense of self might feel unstable, and you long to connect with your authentic identity. You need a supportive space to explore your past and create a meaningful path for your future.
You find it challenging to express your needs and establish personal, relational, and professional boundaries. You recognize navigating your emotions and processing them can be difficult in a world that often doesn't make space for this. You feel pressured to appear "perfect" in all areas of life, leading to exhaustion, burnout, and frustration. Your sense of self might feel unstable, and you long to connect with your authentic identity. You need a supportive space to explore your past and create a meaningful path for your future.
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Molly Reynolds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northbrook, IL 60062 (Online Only)
Look, life is tough. Workplace environments can be unwelcoming or hostile. Relationships - even the best ones - can be complicated and difficult to manage. Life can be frustrating and frightening. Trauma, addictions, anxiety, mood disorders, difficult relationships - add to the challenge called "living." I may be able to help you. I create a safe, culturally sensitive, validating and understanding environment where you can be open, vulnerable and TRULY yourself.
Look, life is tough. Workplace environments can be unwelcoming or hostile. Relationships - even the best ones - can be complicated and difficult to manage. Life can be frustrating and frightening. Trauma, addictions, anxiety, mood disorders, difficult relationships - add to the challenge called "living." I may be able to help you. I create a safe, culturally sensitive, validating and understanding environment where you can be open, vulnerable and TRULY yourself.
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My professional services are dedicated to creating a safe space for individuals, couples and families to make changes in their lives. I bring a balance of open-hearted listening, practical counsel and a deep belief that each person holds clear and meaningful answers within themselves. In my counseling practice, I work collaboratively with you to access that inner wisdom in a respectful and focused manner. I aspire to help you create a life in which you and your loved ones can thrive.
My professional services are dedicated to creating a safe space for individuals, couples and families to make changes in their lives. I bring a balance of open-hearted listening, practical counsel and a deep belief that each person holds clear and meaningful answers within themselves. In my counseling practice, I work collaboratively with you to access that inner wisdom in a respectful and focused manner. I aspire to help you create a life in which you and your loved ones can thrive.
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I have been a social worker for 20 years. I enjoy working with individuals ages 4 to 104. I am experienced with counseling adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, school refusal, peer relationships, self esteem, and emotional dysregulation. I attempt to approach all adolescents and parents within a family systems model. I also have training in marital counseling and enjoy helping couples reconnect again after feeling disconnected for various reasons. My practice is strengths and relationship based and incorporates mindfulness, CBT, DBT and ACT when appropriate.
I have been a social worker for 20 years. I enjoy working with individuals ages 4 to 104. I am experienced with counseling adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, school refusal, peer relationships, self esteem, and emotional dysregulation. I attempt to approach all adolescents and parents within a family systems model. I also have training in marital counseling and enjoy helping couples reconnect again after feeling disconnected for various reasons. My practice is strengths and relationship based and incorporates mindfulness, CBT, DBT and ACT when appropriate.
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