Teletherapy for Park Ridge, IL
Bernadetta Zawiejska
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Hello, my name is Bernadetta Zawiejska. With a heartfelt commitment to nurturing healthy relationships and fostering family well-being, I guide couples, families, children, and individuals through their emotional and relational challenges, helping them find connection and healing. My training in Family Systems Therapy enables me to effectively work with diverse clients through a culturally competent, trauma-informed perspective. My priority is to build trust and create a safe, welcoming space where you feel comfortable expressing yourself. I meet you where you are and honor your unique experiences.
Hello, my name is Bernadetta Zawiejska. With a heartfelt commitment to nurturing healthy relationships and fostering family well-being, I guide couples, families, children, and individuals through their emotional and relational challenges, helping them find connection and healing. My training in Family Systems Therapy enables me to effectively work with diverse clients through a culturally competent, trauma-informed perspective. My priority is to build trust and create a safe, welcoming space where you feel comfortable expressing yourself. I meet you where you are and honor your unique experiences.
I am a Health Psychologist who approaches clients with empathy. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with an influence of Adlerian theory, to be goal-oriented and positive-focused in treating depression, anxiety, physical illnesses, sleep problems, weight management, recovery from substance use and other lifestyle conditions. I help people overcome their fears and resistance to change through the use of Motivational Interviewing (MI). This helps remove barriers to achieving goals and achieving them successfully. My purpose in my work is to help each client become the best version of their 'self'.
I am a Health Psychologist who approaches clients with empathy. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with an influence of Adlerian theory, to be goal-oriented and positive-focused in treating depression, anxiety, physical illnesses, sleep problems, weight management, recovery from substance use and other lifestyle conditions. I help people overcome their fears and resistance to change through the use of Motivational Interviewing (MI). This helps remove barriers to achieving goals and achieving them successfully. My purpose in my work is to help each client become the best version of their 'self'.
Today's children are faced with many pressures. Kids worry about lots of things-from being accepted by their peers and parents to worrying about academic pressures, ADHD, divorce, crime, drugs and illness.
We understand these issues must be treated with great sensitivity-especially when working with children and adolescents. And that it is important that the therapeutic process be a positive experience in which young people feel safe and nurtured. Our goal is to help young people trust this process and understand that we're on "their team" as we help them successfully manage their world.
Today's children are faced with many pressures. Kids worry about lots of things-from being accepted by their peers and parents to worrying about academic pressures, ADHD, divorce, crime, drugs and illness.
We understand these issues must be treated with great sensitivity-especially when working with children and adolescents. And that it is important that the therapeutic process be a positive experience in which young people feel safe and nurtured. Our goal is to help young people trust this process and understand that we're on "their team" as we help them successfully manage their world.
Denea N Bialeschki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Park Ridge, IL 60068 (Online Only)
I have experience working with children, teenagers and adults who are dealing with symptoms of depression, anxiety, and ADHD. I also have extensive experience with neurodivergent individuals to assist in acquiring socialization, communication, and coping skills by using sessions to learn and apply strategies in their daily living and social interactions.
I have experience working with children, teenagers and adults who are dealing with symptoms of depression, anxiety, and ADHD. I also have extensive experience with neurodivergent individuals to assist in acquiring socialization, communication, and coping skills by using sessions to learn and apply strategies in their daily living and social interactions.
Melanie Schwaba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Park Ridge, IL 60068
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.
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.
Do you, your child, or a loved one suffer from brain related issues such as ADHD, autism, learning disorders, concussion, dementia, stroke, anxiety, depression, or other issues? If so, I can help. As a clinical psychologist and board certified neurofeedback specialist, I have the expertise and skill set required to assess and improve brain functioning. My assessment services include neuropsychological assessment and quantitative EEG (qEEG) brain mapping, and my treatment services include psychotherapy, neurofeedback and photobiomodulation for a wide variety of issues. (I am no longer accepting psychotherapy clients at this time).
Do you, your child, or a loved one suffer from brain related issues such as ADHD, autism, learning disorders, concussion, dementia, stroke, anxiety, depression, or other issues? If so, I can help. As a clinical psychologist and board certified neurofeedback specialist, I have the expertise and skill set required to assess and improve brain functioning. My assessment services include neuropsychological assessment and quantitative EEG (qEEG) brain mapping, and my treatment services include psychotherapy, neurofeedback and photobiomodulation for a wide variety of issues. (I am no longer accepting psychotherapy clients at this time).
Allison Mahlo
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park Ridge, IL 60068 (Online Only)
My name is Allison, but prefer to go by Ally. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, receiving my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Illinois University. I pride myself on being a warm, nurturing, empathetic, and compassionate therapist, and I’m so glad to be supporting women and their families here at Crescent Moon. I look forward to holding space for my clients to work together toward peace, emotional wellness, and healing.
My name is Allison, but prefer to go by Ally. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, receiving my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Illinois University. I pride myself on being a warm, nurturing, empathetic, and compassionate therapist, and I’m so glad to be supporting women and their families here at Crescent Moon. I look forward to holding space for my clients to work together toward peace, emotional wellness, and healing.
I have been helping people overcome life's challenges for 20+ years. I utilize a strength-based individual supportive approach to life stressors, family conflict, and behavioral issues. I work with adults, adolescents, and families struggling with a full range of issues, including those related to drug and alcohol addiction. I have experience with the adult and juvenile criminal justice systems, drug courts, the Health and Human Services systems, and the local school systems. I have provided individual and group therapy to the criminal justice population, as well as group therapy to those involved in out-patient substance abuse programs.
I have been helping people overcome life's challenges for 20+ years. I utilize a strength-based individual supportive approach to life stressors, family conflict, and behavioral issues. I work with adults, adolescents, and families struggling with a full range of issues, including those related to drug and alcohol addiction. I have experience with the adult and juvenile criminal justice systems, drug courts, the Health and Human Services systems, and the local school systems. I have provided individual and group therapy to the criminal justice population, as well as group therapy to those involved in out-patient substance abuse programs.
Schedule a consult online if you’d like to begin building the life and relationships you deserve.
Do you find yourself struggling with persistent feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt, often feeling overwhelmed and alternating between feelings of numbness and chaos? Perhaps navigating relationships feels daunting, as you might frequently prioritize others' happiness while neglecting your own needs. You're left feeling anxious, frustrated, and with a profound sense of loneliness. I specialize in helping you address these struggles, guiding you toward self-discovery and healthier relationship patterns with yourself and others.
Schedule a consult online if you’d like to begin building the life and relationships you deserve.
Do you find yourself struggling with persistent feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt, often feeling overwhelmed and alternating between feelings of numbness and chaos? Perhaps navigating relationships feels daunting, as you might frequently prioritize others' happiness while neglecting your own needs. You're left feeling anxious, frustrated, and with a profound sense of loneliness. I specialize in helping you address these struggles, guiding you toward self-discovery and healthier relationship patterns with yourself and others.
Angela Marie Costanza
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Park Ridge, IL 60068
There are times when everyone needs support, advice and new ways of coping. Whether you are struggling with a particular issue or just feel "stuck", I can help. As a licensed clinician and the founder of PRP, I have spent the last 17 years studying evidence and science based approaches to psychotherapy and the treatment of emotional/psychological issues in some of the country's best universities, including Northwestern University and UW-Madison. These experiences have allowed me to develop a holistic therapeutic approach where I integrate complementary researched-informed modalities to offer personalized and effective treatments.
There are times when everyone needs support, advice and new ways of coping. Whether you are struggling with a particular issue or just feel "stuck", I can help. As a licensed clinician and the founder of PRP, I have spent the last 17 years studying evidence and science based approaches to psychotherapy and the treatment of emotional/psychological issues in some of the country's best universities, including Northwestern University and UW-Madison. These experiences have allowed me to develop a holistic therapeutic approach where I integrate complementary researched-informed modalities to offer personalized and effective treatments.
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 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.
Susan A. Freeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Welcome! I am open for business and taking new clients. I have virtual and in-person options available. I look forward to talking with you!
Welcome! I am open for business and taking new clients. I have virtual and in-person options available. I look forward to talking with you!
Monica Mikhaeil
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Meet Monica, a mental health therapist whose rich cross-cultural upbringing fuels her passion for creating an inclusive and culturally responsive space. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Monica brings a wealth of experience from diverse therapeutic contexts, supporting individuals and couples of various ages, backgrounds, and relationship styles. Her deep appreciation for the intricate interplay between mental health and the unique experiences of 1.5 and 2nd-generation immigrants is central to her work.
Meet Monica, a mental health therapist whose rich cross-cultural upbringing fuels her passion for creating an inclusive and culturally responsive space. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Monica brings a wealth of experience from diverse therapeutic contexts, supporting individuals and couples of various ages, backgrounds, and relationship styles. Her deep appreciation for the intricate interplay between mental health and the unique experiences of 1.5 and 2nd-generation immigrants is central to her work.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you have trouble staying focused, concentrating, functioning normally? Most people that seek out my expertise do because they're either in crisis or struggling, and within a few sessions, they are feeling more in control, more peaceful, and more aware of their capabilities to manage their lives and relationships better.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you have trouble staying focused, concentrating, functioning normally? Most people that seek out my expertise do because they're either in crisis or struggling, and within a few sessions, they are feeling more in control, more peaceful, and more aware of their capabilities to manage their lives and relationships better.
Mari Richko is the owner /founder of Center for Authentic Living in Park Ridge IL. a holistic hub for mental health and wellness. She has worked in the holistic health field for 25 years and applies her background in Body Focused Psychotherapy to her work with clients. She is known for treating eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, spiritual transformation and transitions. She incorporates mindfulness, body mind acupressure, shiatsu, nervous system work, IFS( Internal Family Systems), and Traditional Chinese Medicine to facilitate a conscious connection with our inner experience, a place of curiosity and healing.
Mari Richko is the owner /founder of Center for Authentic Living in Park Ridge IL. a holistic hub for mental health and wellness. She has worked in the holistic health field for 25 years and applies her background in Body Focused Psychotherapy to her work with clients. She is known for treating eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, spiritual transformation and transitions. She incorporates mindfulness, body mind acupressure, shiatsu, nervous system work, IFS( Internal Family Systems), and Traditional Chinese Medicine to facilitate a conscious connection with our inner experience, a place of curiosity and healing.
Stephanie A Rialmo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Park Ridge, IL 60068
I believe that as individuals, our journeys are vastly unique, but we aren’t so different. We all deserve to experience our emotions and heal from our past, present, and for our future. Whether you’re seeking services to find possible solutions to a past or current issue, a space where you can untangle behaviors or thoughts without judgment, or a place to continue your journey of self discovery, I am here to provide you with guidance and support. My passion is to provide individuals with opportunities to grow in a safe and validating environment while using integrative therapeutic approaches, a holistic lense, and authenticity.
I believe that as individuals, our journeys are vastly unique, but we aren’t so different. We all deserve to experience our emotions and heal from our past, present, and for our future. Whether you’re seeking services to find possible solutions to a past or current issue, a space where you can untangle behaviors or thoughts without judgment, or a place to continue your journey of self discovery, I am here to provide you with guidance and support. My passion is to provide individuals with opportunities to grow in a safe and validating environment while using integrative therapeutic approaches, a holistic lense, and authenticity.
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.
I utilize several approaches to best meet the goals of my clients, including a strong focus on Narrative therapy, CBT, and DBT approaches. My goal is to build a strong therapeutic relationship with a foundation of trust. I believe in guiding my clients at a pace that you’re comfortable with to get you where you want to be.
I utilize several approaches to best meet the goals of my clients, including a strong focus on Narrative therapy, CBT, and DBT approaches. My goal is to build a strong therapeutic relationship with a foundation of trust. I believe in guiding my clients at a pace that you’re comfortable with to get you where you want to be.
Anastasia Stacy Koumbis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Park Ridge, IL 60068
In the course of our lives, we may experience challenges that can throw us off-balance in unexpected ways. These challenges can lead to depression, anxiety, relationship problems and substance abuse. Using a strengths-based approach, together we identify the tools you can use to better understand and address these challenges in order to regain balance in your life. This process will allow you to make the skillful choices you need to live the life you desire.
In the course of our lives, we may experience challenges that can throw us off-balance in unexpected ways. These challenges can lead to depression, anxiety, relationship problems and substance abuse. Using a strengths-based approach, together we identify the tools you can use to better understand and address these challenges in order to regain balance in your life. This process will allow you to make the skillful choices you need to live the life you desire.
People often come to therapy seeking strength and motivation to improve their lives and simply to feel better. I will work with you to discover and connect with what motivates you in a warm and practical atmosphere that supports self-acceptance, growth and confidence in your own unique abilities. A strong connection with self (values, boundaries, strengths, wants and needs) is the foundation for our meaningful connections with others. Trauma, life transitions, and the general messiness of life can sometimes require us to re-connect with self in a new way. Talk therapy can provide the space to create new connections.
People often come to therapy seeking strength and motivation to improve their lives and simply to feel better. I will work with you to discover and connect with what motivates you in a warm and practical atmosphere that supports self-acceptance, growth and confidence in your own unique abilities. A strong connection with self (values, boundaries, strengths, wants and needs) is the foundation for our meaningful connections with others. Trauma, life transitions, and the general messiness of life can sometimes require us to re-connect with self in a new way. Talk therapy can provide the space to create new connections.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.