Gottman Method Therapists in Northbrook, IL

If you are dealing with a relationship concern, a health issue, or you are caregiving for someone with a health issue, we can help. Living with a challenging relationship or health condition can make you feel like you've tried everything and nothing is working. You may feel like you're the only person who has faced your specific struggle and aren't sure what to do. Your friends and family try to help, but their feedback seems biased, or they don't understand.

As a most caring and empathetic person and therapist, I am dedicated in helping children, teens, adolescents, young adults and parents to feel better; connected to themselves and to others in a healthy way. I see parents individually. -- All therapy, is a collaborative approach; together with you, I can help you (young or parent), to feel better. When we feel really bad emotionally, depressed, anxious-- it is often parts of our self that we do not know very well. I will help to guide you to illuminate the unconscious parts of yourself and see what is there. I am here for you! The individual sessions have worked well virtually!

Selecting a therapist and initiating the process can be intimidating. I want you make the right choice for you. My practice is focused on individuals and couples. I am a licensed psychotherapist and AASECT certified Sex Therapist. I specialize in treating issues that impact relationships such as conflict management, sex, communication and emotional connection. My areas of expertise include anxiety and OCD, out of control sexual behavior, spectrum disorder, interpersonal conflict, intimacy avoidance, communication problems, gender or sexual identity, trauma, treating sexual dysfunctions and more.

I provide a warm and nonjudgmental atmosphere so you will have a safe place to let your guard down and explore. You will be heard. You may be experiencing a "lost at sea" moment - which can be expressed in many shades of sadness,worries, or even anger. These moments can be circumstantial, or perhaps, you just can't seem to stop yourself from revisiting old challenges. We will identify that very pattern you get stuck and get to the core of the issues so you can start to heal and reach your optimal emotional well being.

Whether you are feeling sad, anxious, or frustrated, I am passionate about helping my clients move away from their current struggles and get closer to where they want to be. I work with individuals, couples, and families, and help them to recognize and deconstruct old patterns that are no longer serving them. With a safe and supportive environment, we can explore the unique experiences of your life and assist you in finding ways to heal from the past.

Whatever your reason(s) are for wanting to begin therapy, I will support and work with you, to find your way forward. As a psychodynamic therapist, I'll help you to get to the roots of issues, so you can begin to shift outworn mindsets and habits to help you move towards the person you want to be and having the kind of life and relationships you want to have. Therapy offers a safe space to gain new insights, perspectives and tools for your own growth and self-empowerment. I see myself as your companion and guide in the therapeutic process. The clients I see usually have anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or a life transition.

I believe it is important to value ourselves and value our thought process throughout our journey. I pride myself on being a therapist who can listen to my clients and support them in any stage of their healing. My office space is a “judgement free zone” where my clients can feel comfortable and encouraged to thrive in any area. I am a firm believer that therapy allows us to gain an increased sense of self-worth, dignity, and self awareness and by utilizing a non-judgmental, supportive, and empathetic approach. I am passionate about my clients’ success and I strive to promote a positive therapeutic relationship in the process.

When life feels like a knotted ball of yarn, sometimes we need help finding a thread to grab. As a therapist, I support my clients in finding that thread. I work with clients and couples who are experiencing work challenges, disability, life transitions, OCD, anxiety and depression. Couples often will come to me when they are feeling afraid and lonely in their relationships, like they are walking on eggshells. As your couples’ therapist I will work in supporting you to share with each other vulnerably and fully.

I enjoy helping individuals heal, see breakthroughs, and increase their resilience and ability to find effective approaches to their presenting concerns.  My passion is to empower clients to manage life difficulties that encroach on their envisioned life architecture by gently identifying and removing obstacles, learning adaptive coping, finding meaning and strength, and sometimes rebuilding from the very foundation when faced with life-changing adversities.  Issues germinate and gain destructive power if ignored or dealt with using unhelpful distractions, so you can feel good about taking that first step to call me with no delay.

In my 30 years of practice I've encountered a variety of problems as presented by both older adolescents, young adults, and adults. Many have experienced anxiety and depression. Often clients desire strategies that they can implement on their own in the future. Finding a new way of thinking about things has also been very helpful. Book with me now by clicking on my website.

I act as a facilitator of change for individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, various traumas, panic, grief/loss, stress, postpartum blues and depression, low self-esteem, and who are going through life transitions and have parenting challenges. I believe that human birthright is to experience joy in life. Individual journeys in healing and growth are the ways to achieve that.

I seek to serve members of the clergy and their families in Illinois. You and your dear ones often experience great joy and meaning in your callings. Along with these, however, you frequently feel lonely, isolated, judged, never good enough, overwhelmed, overworked, underpaid, and dismissed, feelings which you dare not share with others. You need to be seen and heard by someone with whom you can freely express these emotions, speak your truth, and be your authentic self. With me, you will find a non-judgmental therapist who has had similar experiences and who understands the unique challenges which clergy and their families face.

I believe everyone can benefit from counseling because we all have various times in our life when we need someone to listen, support and validate our feelings. Often we can be so close to an issue or concern, and another perspective opens a new window to our world. As a clinician, I work to create a warm, supportive, safe space for my clients to talk, reflect and process their emotions. I understand it takes courage to seek counseling and takes time to build trust.

I believe in everyone's uniqueness, authenticity, resiliency, and strength. I will guide you through the process of self-discovery, self-growth, self-love, and clarity. I assist individuals in setting personal goals and visions and working toward desired results and healthy life. Also, I work with couples who may need some guidance and support while navigating their relationships. My goal is for these couples to leave therapy feeling more connected and secure in their relationships. When working with families, I look at the family as a whole, and address transitions, divorce, trauma, grief, and marital/financial problem.