Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Park Ridge, IL
Jen Haughey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park Ridge, IL 60068
I practice a collaborative form of therapy incorporating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy and mindfulness-based interventions.
Are you facing challenges with relationships, a life or career transition, finding work/life balance or managing your stress? Do you feel disconnected or "off-track" from who you want to be in your life and relationships? Perhaps you feel ready to make a change. I can help you get started. Call now or use this secure form to reach out: https://www.empathic.com/cp/client/register?clinic=451.
I practice a collaborative form of therapy incorporating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy and mindfulness-based interventions.
Are you facing challenges with relationships, a life or career transition, finding work/life balance or managing your stress? Do you feel disconnected or "off-track" from who you want to be in your life and relationships? Perhaps you feel ready to make a change. I can help you get started. Call now or use this secure form to reach out: https://www.empathic.com/cp/client/register?clinic=451.
Melanie Schwaba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Utilizing mindfulness, breathing, and meditation both in and out of session has proven to be helpful.
Everyone deserves empathetic help and support. Clients who are experiencing addiction or are in recovery, as well as their loved ones, are my specialty. Clients affected by anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma are also a population I frequently work with, especially younger adults. No matter what you are coming to therapy for, I strive to build a collaborative relationship with my clients, and to help you to make the changes you are seeking for your life and overall well-being.
Utilizing mindfulness, breathing, and meditation both in and out of session has proven to be helpful.
Everyone deserves empathetic help and support. Clients who are experiencing addiction or are in recovery, as well as their loved ones, are my specialty. Clients affected by anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma are also a population I frequently work with, especially younger adults. No matter what you are coming to therapy for, I strive to build a collaborative relationship with my clients, and to help you to make the changes you are seeking for your life and overall well-being.
To this end, she draws from varied modalities including client-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed, harm-reduction, psychodynamic, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, Gottman, and integrative/alternative studies and practices.
Clara Langrall received her Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Clara is a Certified Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist after completing her training through Alchemy Community Therapy Center. Clara engages in individual and couples therapy, as well as provides Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) at the Juniper Center. Clara’s orientation is humanistic, relational, and holistic. She is committed to providing compassionate care. Clara works collaboratively with clients to promote insight, connect with values, and prevail through hardship meaningfully.
To this end, she draws from varied modalities including client-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed, harm-reduction, psychodynamic, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, Gottman, and integrative/alternative studies and practices.
Clara Langrall received her Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Clara is a Certified Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist after completing her training through Alchemy Community Therapy Center. Clara engages in individual and couples therapy, as well as provides Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) at the Juniper Center. Clara’s orientation is humanistic, relational, and holistic. She is committed to providing compassionate care. Clara works collaboratively with clients to promote insight, connect with values, and prevail through hardship meaningfully.
My focus is mainly CBT, positive psychology, and mindfulness meditation.
Hi there! Thanks for taking the time to read my profile. I know there are many to choose from. If you ask anyone about me, they will tell you I don't beat around the bush. You are choosing therapy to make some changes and that is what I want to help you do! It is difficult but with the right guidance and support, you can take those steps to be happy and confident. It's hard, and takes courage, strength, and maybe a little humor along the way!
My focus is mainly CBT, positive psychology, and mindfulness meditation.
Hi there! Thanks for taking the time to read my profile. I know there are many to choose from. If you ask anyone about me, they will tell you I don't beat around the bush. You are choosing therapy to make some changes and that is what I want to help you do! It is difficult but with the right guidance and support, you can take those steps to be happy and confident. It's hard, and takes courage, strength, and maybe a little humor along the way!
I work primarily with humanistic/existential, brief psychodynamic, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches including ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).
Sometimes life's problems can seem overwhelming, or make us feel stuck in place. I would enjoy helping you find a way beyond whatever is holding you back. Even as losses seem to block or narrow our paths forward, I have to believe that exciting challenges and possibilities continue to draw us onward, if we can hold fast to the notion that we humans, working together, are forever capable of growth and change. I can especially help you with aging, transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, and religious/existential issues, as well as affirmative approaches to LGBTQI+ concerns.
I work primarily with humanistic/existential, brief psychodynamic, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches including ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).
Sometimes life's problems can seem overwhelming, or make us feel stuck in place. I would enjoy helping you find a way beyond whatever is holding you back. Even as losses seem to block or narrow our paths forward, I have to believe that exciting challenges and possibilities continue to draw us onward, if we can hold fast to the notion that we humans, working together, are forever capable of growth and change. I can especially help you with aging, transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, and religious/existential issues, as well as affirmative approaches to LGBTQI+ concerns.
Dr. Kikuchi is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 17 years of experience in health care services. Dr. Kikuchi offers a supportive and integrated approach to psychotherapy by using cognitive and behavior techniques as well as humanistic approaches that focus on existential concerns, mindfulness, and acceptance to help clients better adjust to life changes. He has experience working with a culturally diverse population who have wide range of acute or chronic disorders.
Dr. Kikuchi is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 17 years of experience in health care services. Dr. Kikuchi offers a supportive and integrated approach to psychotherapy by using cognitive and behavior techniques as well as humanistic approaches that focus on existential concerns, mindfulness, and acceptance to help clients better adjust to life changes. He has experience working with a culturally diverse population who have wide range of acute or chronic disorders.
Founder of the Holistic Therapy Institute, Dr. Cynthia Yesko is an intuitive counselor & educator with the privilege of helping clients rework old stress and trauma patterns that can interfere with health and wellness into more updated patterns that help to navigate ordinary stressors and extraordinary challenges. She uses techniques such as music therapy (Dr. Porges' Safe & Sound Protocol), meditation, mindfulness, progressive relaxation, guided imagery, deep breathing, & Reiki to help reset the body’s natural relaxation response. In a regulated, state, solutions tend to present themselves and positive changes are abundant.
Founder of the Holistic Therapy Institute, Dr. Cynthia Yesko is an intuitive counselor & educator with the privilege of helping clients rework old stress and trauma patterns that can interfere with health and wellness into more updated patterns that help to navigate ordinary stressors and extraordinary challenges. She uses techniques such as music therapy (Dr. Porges' Safe & Sound Protocol), meditation, mindfulness, progressive relaxation, guided imagery, deep breathing, & Reiki to help reset the body’s natural relaxation response. In a regulated, state, solutions tend to present themselves and positive changes are abundant.
Center for Addiction Recovery, The Juniper Center
Psychologist, PsyD, CSADC, BCETS
Verified Verified
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Develop strategies for trigger management Identify and work through issues that fuel compulsive behaviors Thorough assessment Individual therapy Group/skills based therapy Couple/Family therapy (when indicated) Mindfulness Meditation EMDR Yoga.
Maybe you or someone you care about seems to have lost control of your ability to drink, take medication, eat, gamble, have sex, use the internet, play video games in a way that is not disruptive or harmful to you or the ones you love. Is someone telling you that your behavior is a problem? Are you unable to consistently predict whether or not you can stop once you start? Do you find yourself planning, thinking about or engaging in the behavior when you need to be attending to other things in your life like relationships, work or school?
Develop strategies for trigger management Identify and work through issues that fuel compulsive behaviors Thorough assessment Individual therapy Group/skills based therapy Couple/Family therapy (when indicated) Mindfulness Meditation EMDR Yoga.
Maybe you or someone you care about seems to have lost control of your ability to drink, take medication, eat, gamble, have sex, use the internet, play video games in a way that is not disruptive or harmful to you or the ones you love. Is someone telling you that your behavior is a problem? Are you unable to consistently predict whether or not you can stop once you start? Do you find yourself planning, thinking about or engaging in the behavior when you need to be attending to other things in your life like relationships, work or school?
My therapeutic orientation is an integrated approach using aspects of applied behavioral analysis, CBT, existential analysis, and mindfulness practices.
Life is oftentimes unsatisfactory and stressful which causes emotional pain and suffering in our daily lives. We learn to cope with this suffering by clinging to negative thoughts, feelings, and reactivities that seem inescapable. My purpose in therapy is to bring an empathic and compassionate awareness and understanding of these negative attachments and provide practices to generate a positive wholesome sense of self and well-being.
My therapeutic orientation is an integrated approach using aspects of applied behavioral analysis, CBT, existential analysis, and mindfulness practices.
Life is oftentimes unsatisfactory and stressful which causes emotional pain and suffering in our daily lives. We learn to cope with this suffering by clinging to negative thoughts, feelings, and reactivities that seem inescapable. My purpose in therapy is to bring an empathic and compassionate awareness and understanding of these negative attachments and provide practices to generate a positive wholesome sense of self and well-being.
I utilize family systems, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, somatic and psychodynamic theory in my practice and seek to develop a collaborative relationship with my clients.
I focus on helping clients discover core strengths and achieve greater self-awareness. I believe that when negative patterns are identified, clients can begin the process of uncovering root causes of dissatisfaction. In a safe and non-judgmental environment, clients can learn new tools and make conscious choices to create healthy relationships and improve overall well-being. I look holistically at the whole person through a lens of embodiment, while encouraging healthy lifestyle changes along with mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
I utilize family systems, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, somatic and psychodynamic theory in my practice and seek to develop a collaborative relationship with my clients.
I focus on helping clients discover core strengths and achieve greater self-awareness. I believe that when negative patterns are identified, clients can begin the process of uncovering root causes of dissatisfaction. In a safe and non-judgmental environment, clients can learn new tools and make conscious choices to create healthy relationships and improve overall well-being. I look holistically at the whole person through a lens of embodiment, while encouraging healthy lifestyle changes along with mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Celiano guides clients in the art of mindfulness, emotional regulation, and body-based wellness practices.
Safety, trust and encouragement are imperative ingredients to a successful therapeutic relationship. As a seasoned therapist my ideal client seeks a collaborative relationship and is eager to invest in greater self-understanding and willingness to take action. Clients battling stress-related issues that compromise performance in work, school, or intimate relationships are a good match. Transforming anxiety, despair, and self-doubt into courage, inspiration, and confidence is my strength. I'm comfortable addressing thoughts that disempower or emotions that are frightening.
Celiano guides clients in the art of mindfulness, emotional regulation, and body-based wellness practices.
Safety, trust and encouragement are imperative ingredients to a successful therapeutic relationship. As a seasoned therapist my ideal client seeks a collaborative relationship and is eager to invest in greater self-understanding and willingness to take action. Clients battling stress-related issues that compromise performance in work, school, or intimate relationships are a good match. Transforming anxiety, despair, and self-doubt into courage, inspiration, and confidence is my strength. I'm comfortable addressing thoughts that disempower or emotions that are frightening.
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I utilize several theories to best meet the goals of my clients, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness, with a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT) approach.
I specialize in evidence-based treatment for young adults, emerging adults, and older adults with eating disorders, mood disorders, transitional issues, academic problems, identity, self-esteem issues, trauma, and OCD. I also have extensive experience conducting neuropsychological assessments. Prior to joining MSC, I have gained valuable experiences in the realms mental health, neuropsychology, personality disorders, neurocognitive disorders, and autism spectrum disorder
I utilize several theories to best meet the goals of my clients, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness, with a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT) approach.
I specialize in evidence-based treatment for young adults, emerging adults, and older adults with eating disorders, mood disorders, transitional issues, academic problems, identity, self-esteem issues, trauma, and OCD. I also have extensive experience conducting neuropsychological assessments. Prior to joining MSC, I have gained valuable experiences in the realms mental health, neuropsychology, personality disorders, neurocognitive disorders, and autism spectrum disorder
Cheryl Ramos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CADC, CODP I, NCC
Verified Verified
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Cheryl utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person centered, mindfulness in order to focus on grounding techniques and develop new coping skills.
Cheryl meets with all clients in order to develop a sense of their goals and what they want to accomplish in therapy. She will then work with clients to develop a treatment route and to learn more about them. She works with clients that struggle with addictions, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, depression, bi-polar, dissociative disorder, developing boundaries, and developing their self esteem.
Cheryl utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person centered, mindfulness in order to focus on grounding techniques and develop new coping skills.
Cheryl meets with all clients in order to develop a sense of their goals and what they want to accomplish in therapy. She will then work with clients to develop a treatment route and to learn more about them. She works with clients that struggle with addictions, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, depression, bi-polar, dissociative disorder, developing boundaries, and developing their self esteem.
I am author of journal articles on collaborative assessment & therapy, and co-author of the book, Mindfulness-Based Sobriety (2014).
I offer collaborative psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, and substance use, using naturalistic research-supported approaches that enhance awareness, access strengths, and build skills. These approaches - which vary according to individual needs and preferences - include mindfulness, depth-oriented counseling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Existential Psychotherapy. Particular concerns may include worry, panic, obsession, procrastination, grief, esteem, frustration, habits, and/or motivation. The overarching model promotes psychological growth, transcendence of purpose-limiting "world views," and personal empowerment.
I am author of journal articles on collaborative assessment & therapy, and co-author of the book, Mindfulness-Based Sobriety (2014).
I offer collaborative psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, and substance use, using naturalistic research-supported approaches that enhance awareness, access strengths, and build skills. These approaches - which vary according to individual needs and preferences - include mindfulness, depth-oriented counseling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Existential Psychotherapy. Particular concerns may include worry, panic, obsession, procrastination, grief, esteem, frustration, habits, and/or motivation. The overarching model promotes psychological growth, transcendence of purpose-limiting "world views," and personal empowerment.
Willoughby Center for Behavioral Health LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Park Ridge, IL 60068 (Online Only)
We assist clients in staying focused in the present moment through mindfulness skills as a way to get one out of their heads/thoughts and into living life.
The Willoughby Center focuses on the use of empirically supported therapeutic treatment options geared towards increasing a client's psychological flexibility, stress management skills, and overall functionality. Therapy consists of a collaborative and individualized approach, allowing rapport to blossom and work towards the clients chosen values to achieve a life worth living. Our center provides a variety of behaviorally focused, client-centered approaches to help clients effectively cope with life's challenges and struggles to start living not just surviving.
We assist clients in staying focused in the present moment through mindfulness skills as a way to get one out of their heads/thoughts and into living life.
The Willoughby Center focuses on the use of empirically supported therapeutic treatment options geared towards increasing a client's psychological flexibility, stress management skills, and overall functionality. Therapy consists of a collaborative and individualized approach, allowing rapport to blossom and work towards the clients chosen values to achieve a life worth living. Our center provides a variety of behaviorally focused, client-centered approaches to help clients effectively cope with life's challenges and struggles to start living not just surviving.
Sarah Marie Boer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Park Ridge, IL 60068
I work from a strengths-based perspective and incorporate a lot of mindfulness work and humor into therapy sessions.
Licensed in CO, IL and AZ! I am passionate about working with moms who have been met with the unexpected, including post-abortion support and pregnancy loss, hyperemesis gravidarum, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders such as postpartum OCD or postpartum depression. I especially enjoy supporting parents who are parenting special needs or medically fragile children. My focus is to provide therapy in a welcoming, calming environment that allows moms to feel safe and understood. Babies are always welcome, and I provide convenient online therapy so we can meet wherever you may find yourself.
I work from a strengths-based perspective and incorporate a lot of mindfulness work and humor into therapy sessions.
Licensed in CO, IL and AZ! I am passionate about working with moms who have been met with the unexpected, including post-abortion support and pregnancy loss, hyperemesis gravidarum, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders such as postpartum OCD or postpartum depression. I especially enjoy supporting parents who are parenting special needs or medically fragile children. My focus is to provide therapy in a welcoming, calming environment that allows moms to feel safe and understood. Babies are always welcome, and I provide convenient online therapy so we can meet wherever you may find yourself.
Charlotte Royal Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Drawing on 15 years of expertise, I use mind/ body techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, ACT, and mindfulness based practices such as EFT tapping and guided imagery.
My approach to therapy is centered on the belief that everyone has inherent strengths and wisdom. Working together in our sessions, we will explore a path to meaningful insights into your life. In the process, you will learn new skills that will allow you to bring about thoughtful, positive changes.
Drawing on 15 years of expertise, I use mind/ body techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, ACT, and mindfulness based practices such as EFT tapping and guided imagery.
My approach to therapy is centered on the belief that everyone has inherent strengths and wisdom. Working together in our sessions, we will explore a path to meaningful insights into your life. In the process, you will learn new skills that will allow you to bring about thoughtful, positive changes.
Joanna D Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Park Ridge, IL 60068 (Online Only)
My approach is based on evidence-based theories such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy.
As a psychotherapist, I work collaboratively with you to problem solve, improve your coping skills, heal from past traumas and make positive life changes. Our work together will help you develop a better understanding of yourself and patterns of behavior. Additionally, I partner with parents and primary caregivers to develop strategies and gain a better understanding of the meaning behind children’s behavior. I believe working directly with primary caregivers can be more effective in achieving change than working one-on-one with a young child. I provide my clients with an environment based on sensitivity, empathy and respect.
My approach is based on evidence-based theories such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy.
As a psychotherapist, I work collaboratively with you to problem solve, improve your coping skills, heal from past traumas and make positive life changes. Our work together will help you develop a better understanding of yourself and patterns of behavior. Additionally, I partner with parents and primary caregivers to develop strategies and gain a better understanding of the meaning behind children’s behavior. I believe working directly with primary caregivers can be more effective in achieving change than working one-on-one with a young child. I provide my clients with an environment based on sensitivity, empathy and respect.
Emily E Smith
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
Park Ridge, IL 60068
I like to integrate mindfulness with examinations of emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
I enjoy working with adults and teens using a positive approach to managing mental health. I have experience with a variety of presenting issues such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, depression, substance use, and process addictions. I believe that in order to make lasting changes in emotional and behavioral health it is important to improve the relationship with our Self and integrate positive coping strategies. My approach to therapy is an openness to talk about what is working, what is not, and finding ways to make changes without feeling pressured. Therapy is your time to be your authentic self!
I like to integrate mindfulness with examinations of emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
I enjoy working with adults and teens using a positive approach to managing mental health. I have experience with a variety of presenting issues such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, depression, substance use, and process addictions. I believe that in order to make lasting changes in emotional and behavioral health it is important to improve the relationship with our Self and integrate positive coping strategies. My approach to therapy is an openness to talk about what is working, what is not, and finding ways to make changes without feeling pressured. Therapy is your time to be your authentic self!
She also utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing (MI), and solutions-focused therapy (SFT).
Jessica Beaston is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 16 years of experience. She specializes in helping people break the cycle of their daily stressors by challenging them to try new things and get outside of their comfort zones for their own life satisfaction. Jessica also specializes in concerns related to women’s health, from pregnancy, motherhood, intimacy with their partners, and any other form of stress that affects a woman’s mental and physical health.
She also utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing (MI), and solutions-focused therapy (SFT).
Jessica Beaston is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 16 years of experience. She specializes in helping people break the cycle of their daily stressors by challenging them to try new things and get outside of their comfort zones for their own life satisfaction. Jessica also specializes in concerns related to women’s health, from pregnancy, motherhood, intimacy with their partners, and any other form of stress that affects a woman’s mental and physical health.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.