Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Oak Brook, IL

Sometimes life can be filled with stormy skies, let Janet be your rainbow in the clouds. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters in Human Services and Counseling from DePaul University and centers on navigating life's challenges, both personally and professionally. With a focus on families, parents, and adolescents seeking guidance, she brings a unique perspective to counseling sessions. Drawing from her background as a teacher, certified school guidance counselor and mother of three, she understands the intricacies of life's challenges that individuals and families often encounter.

Neurobehavioral Medicine Consultants, Ltd. and Dr. Pimental wish you a warm welcome to this unique lifespan practice (ages 3-90) offering advanced services in neuropsychological testing and lifelong brain health. We offer therapy in the areas of clinical, health and medical psychology, pain management, rehabilitation psychology, neurocognitive rehabilitation, sports neuropsychology, and integrated mind-body, nutritional, exercise, spiritual and brain health programs (Brainsmart sm) for individuals and families. Public speaking for wellness programs in health, business, nursing facilities, and private groups is also available.

The human experience of anxiety is normal and adaptive. We would not be adequately prepared for important challenges in life if we did not experience some anxiety and fear. Anxiety is not longer adaptive when it overpowers the person and creates obstacles and challenges that interfere with daily life. At this point, a diagnosable condition may have developed. I provide specialized treatment for adults with the various anxiety disorders, including social anxiety disorder (social phobia), generalized anxiety disorder, panic, specific phobias, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I also treat conditions that commonly occur with anxiety disorders like depression or sleep disturbance.

Now Accepting New Clients! Telehealth Only - I believe that all humans possess a drive to be the very best that they can be, but it is not easy being human! As we walk along our path, we can experience obstacles that make it difficult to know our next move; sometimes we need a new perspective to help us find our way again. My areas of expertise include intimacy, interpersonal and marital relationships, anxiety, life transitions, and women’s issues. I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life. LGBTQ-allied & non-monogamy allied.

When life is challenging it can be hard to know what to do or where to turn to. You feel worried, angry, or sad. You don't think you're "good enough." It's hard to get things done. You can't let loose and fully enjoy life. You might be struggling with an addiction. You aren't where you thought you'd be at this point in time and you know you’re capable of so much more. You want fulfillment, success, fun, money, and love. I can help. I am a collaborative, caring therapist. Together we will identify your needs and learn to take action to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals to make your life happy, comfortable, and meaningful.

Is life feeling overwhelming or heavy? Experiencing anxiety, depression, or the effects of past trauma in your life? I believe that therapy can be a place of hope and possibility, by providing a safe, and collaborative therapeutic environment to process and heal. My goal is to help clients learn to cope with life’s challenges in healthy ways, make healthy decisions, and to gain a better understanding of themselves. I believe that by taking a holistic and trauma-informed approach in therapy, the individual can be more self-aware and continue to create the life they want.

If you are experiencing a block or decline in quality of life related to your mental health, I am here to help you. I work from a client centered perspective that sees you as the expert of your experiences. I am here to help you understand your mental health through psychoeducation. I will help you gain coping skills to overcome the blocks and dips we can feel in life satisfaction and sense of self. If you are ready to gain coping skills and a new perspective on your ability to cope with life's highs and lows please reach out.

In a world that often demands our relentless pursuit of success, it's all too easy to lose sight of our own well-being in the process. Hi! I’m Lyndsei, and I specialize in supporting high-achieving BIPOC professionals who find themselves grappling with the weight of stress, burnout, perfectionism, and the unique challenges that come with being a trailblazer and a "strong friend." You're the one everyone turns to for support, yet your own cup often remains empty. Together, let's explore the root causes of feeling stuck and overwhelmed, and work towards reclaiming your peace, confidence, and alignment.

Are you feeling lost, anxious, depressed? Looking to process trauma or adverse childhood experiences? When life challenges are overwhelming, maintaining a productive, and happy life can be difficult. You deserve to feel your best. You deserve to be content, have peace, and most importantly, have self-love. My job is to help you learn and develop long-lasting, effective skills for handling overwhelming emotions, coping with distress or trauma, communicating more assertively, and feeling strong and capable in your everyday life.

My approach to therapy is collaborative and supportive. I make sure to provide all clients with a safe, welcoming space to explore any struggles that they may be going through. I get it, life can be difficult! I am here to help you navigate whatever comes your way, even using humor at times! I have been a Therapist since 2018 and have worked with a wide variety of disorders, but my main focus is working with those who suffer from Anxiety, Depression, Relationship obstacles, Grief/loss, trauma, self-esteem issues, and overall life stressors.

Are you struggling with anxiety, sadness, stress, trauma, relationship challenges? Feeling stuck? Times are more challenging now than ever before. I often hear people think their problems aren’t “big” enough for therapy, but these small issues can impact functioning and quality of life. Or, they feel so lost or shameful. Good news - therapy doesn't have to be a life long commitment. My clients are often in a transitional period of their life or having a harder time coping than usual. This is normal! You deserve this opportunity to de-stress and take care of your needs.

I believe that providing a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment is most important to a strong and thriving therapeutic relationship.

Specializing in rapid results (2 to 8 visits on average) for marriage counseling, sex therapy, depression and anxiety for 30 years. Specializing in cases that have failed in previous marital, depression or sex therapy. "Chicago Magazine's" Top 500 physicians referred their own patients for decades. My reputation is built on its commitment and success at offering the most effective and rapid treatments available for marriage counseling, depression and anxiety, erectile dysfunction, loss of sexual desire for males and females, retarded and premature ejaculation, orgasmic difficulties, unconsumated marriage, and anxiety.

I join people where they are. That might be on the floor with a four-year-old, co-writing and illustrating epic adventures on giant sketch pads. It might be commiserating about a teen's difficult breakup or staggering homework load. Or it might be talking together about the stresses in a couples' life -- young children, difficult co-workers, no time for intimacy. I welcome teens, adults and couples to my practice. My areas of specialization include ADD/ADHD, ASD, relationship issues, loss and grief, recovery from trauma, anxiety, and depression.