Eating Disorders Therapists in Plainfield, IL
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois. I received a Master's Degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I specialize in addictions, eating disorders, trauma, self-harm behaviors, depression, and anxiety. I work with adolescents and adults. I have a holistic, strength-based, and direct therapeutic approach to empower my clients to build and sustain a meaningful life. My goal is to build real and lasting change. I work with individuals, couples, families, and any other community based support systems.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois. I received a Master's Degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I specialize in addictions, eating disorders, trauma, self-harm behaviors, depression, and anxiety. I work with adolescents and adults. I have a holistic, strength-based, and direct therapeutic approach to empower my clients to build and sustain a meaningful life. My goal is to build real and lasting change. I work with individuals, couples, families, and any other community based support systems.
I am passionate about helping people progress and move forward through their difficulties. During difficult times we need guidance and support to help us cope, transition, and work through struggles that at times keep us stuck. With compassion, I offer support, and help my clients develop SKILLS and understanding into dealing with issues and learning to take on NEW approaches to life, especially during difficult times. My specialities include eating disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, and anxieties. The best investment you can make is taking time for yourself and working on empowering YOU.
I am passionate about helping people progress and move forward through their difficulties. During difficult times we need guidance and support to help us cope, transition, and work through struggles that at times keep us stuck. With compassion, I offer support, and help my clients develop SKILLS and understanding into dealing with issues and learning to take on NEW approaches to life, especially during difficult times. My specialities include eating disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, and anxieties. The best investment you can make is taking time for yourself and working on empowering YOU.
Dr. Theresa A Bussert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60586
We all need some help during different seasons of our lives. I have worked in a variety of setting helping client overcome obstacles and move beyond emotional struggles. I utilizes various approaches with my clients in developing practical strategies unique to the individual's own strengths. I specializes in eating disorders, body dissatisfaction, anxiety, depression, families with special needs, grief/loss and related difficulties.
We all need some help during different seasons of our lives. I have worked in a variety of setting helping client overcome obstacles and move beyond emotional struggles. I utilizes various approaches with my clients in developing practical strategies unique to the individual's own strengths. I specializes in eating disorders, body dissatisfaction, anxiety, depression, families with special needs, grief/loss and related difficulties.
Abundant Life Counseling & Wellness Group, Inc.
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60586 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clients include individual adults, couples, families, and groups. During my years in the counseling field I've worked with depression, anxiety, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm, addictions, dissociative disorders, men's and women's issues, codepedency, communication, infidelity, grief and loss, boundaries, divorce, parenting, marital problems, eating disorders, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, and many other issues.
My clients include individual adults, couples, families, and groups. During my years in the counseling field I've worked with depression, anxiety, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm, addictions, dissociative disorders, men's and women's issues, codepedency, communication, infidelity, grief and loss, boundaries, divorce, parenting, marital problems, eating disorders, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, and many other issues.
I have experience in working with trauma, self-harm, neurodivergency, substance use, eating disorders, and mood disorders.
Deciding to enter therapy can be a scary choice, which is why I believe that building rapport and getting to know my clients is the best way to support them in whatever challenges they are facing. I meet my clients where they're at and support them and help them navigate difficulties in a therapeutic manner. I believe psychoeducation can be a powerful tool of change, which is why I incorporate that into the safe-space I foster, along with other therapeutic modalities.
I have experience in working with trauma, self-harm, neurodivergency, substance use, eating disorders, and mood disorders.
Deciding to enter therapy can be a scary choice, which is why I believe that building rapport and getting to know my clients is the best way to support them in whatever challenges they are facing. I meet my clients where they're at and support them and help them navigate difficulties in a therapeutic manner. I believe psychoeducation can be a powerful tool of change, which is why I incorporate that into the safe-space I foster, along with other therapeutic modalities.
Cheryl Stampley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, RN ret
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60586
Welcome! I am excited to share my passion and expertise working with college students, mid-life through geriatric age, professionals working in academic settings, and couples. My knowledge and understanding of diversity, inclusiveness, and equality are readily incorporated into my therapeutic practice. I work with individuals struggling with PTSD, anxiety/depression, grief & loss, mood disorders, chronic emotional illness, addiction/chemical substances, chronic pain, eating disorders, sexual abuse/trauma, and sleep disturbances. I also enjoy working with biracial / multicultural folx and parents with biracial kids.
Welcome! I am excited to share my passion and expertise working with college students, mid-life through geriatric age, professionals working in academic settings, and couples. My knowledge and understanding of diversity, inclusiveness, and equality are readily incorporated into my therapeutic practice. I work with individuals struggling with PTSD, anxiety/depression, grief & loss, mood disorders, chronic emotional illness, addiction/chemical substances, chronic pain, eating disorders, sexual abuse/trauma, and sleep disturbances. I also enjoy working with biracial / multicultural folx and parents with biracial kids.
I am passionate about working with individuals to achieve their goals and improving their lives. Change can be difficult, but you and I will work together in developing an individualized plan of support to meet your needs. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues from Eating Disorders, DepressionSelf Worth, Anxiety, and Crisis Situations in a variety of settings. I am trained in variety of modalities including Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) which I use to tailor a unique approach for you.
I am passionate about working with individuals to achieve their goals and improving their lives. Change can be difficult, but you and I will work together in developing an individualized plan of support to meet your needs. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues from Eating Disorders, DepressionSelf Worth, Anxiety, and Crisis Situations in a variety of settings. I am trained in variety of modalities including Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) which I use to tailor a unique approach for you.
Sharon Adams
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60585 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
**New Clients waitlist** If you deal with Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma history, Eating Disorders, Addiction issues, Personality Disorders, Sharon is a licensed clinical therapist that has over 15 years working experience with treating adolescents and adults. Whether you are looking to explore current issues or past deep painful ones, she provides a safe, non-judgmental space to discuss/express/process difficult emotions, thoughts, behaviors and relationships. Her therapy is an eclectic approach using DBT, CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing.
**New Clients waitlist** If you deal with Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma history, Eating Disorders, Addiction issues, Personality Disorders, Sharon is a licensed clinical therapist that has over 15 years working experience with treating adolescents and adults. Whether you are looking to explore current issues or past deep painful ones, she provides a safe, non-judgmental space to discuss/express/process difficult emotions, thoughts, behaviors and relationships. Her therapy is an eclectic approach using DBT, CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I love working with children, adolescents and young adults. Focusing primarily on ages 8 through 40, I work best with those struggling with life transitions, trauma, behavioral issues, mood disorders, anxiety or those currently and/or have a history of crisis, such as experiencing thoughts or actions of self harm or suicidal thoughts. I tend to connect well with teens experiencing mood dysregulation, family or peer conflict and those in crisis. Those who are a part of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as those who struggle with eating disorders or substance use are also encouraged to reach out!
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I love working with children, adolescents and young adults. Focusing primarily on ages 8 through 40, I work best with those struggling with life transitions, trauma, behavioral issues, mood disorders, anxiety or those currently and/or have a history of crisis, such as experiencing thoughts or actions of self harm or suicidal thoughts. I tend to connect well with teens experiencing mood dysregulation, family or peer conflict and those in crisis. Those who are a part of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as those who struggle with eating disorders or substance use are also encouraged to reach out!
Michele Shelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60586
Creating a trusting atmosphere and building on the therapeutic relationship are the fundamentals of my practice. I understand starting therapy and asking for help can be scary and difficult. People seek therapy due to past traumas, work stress, family stress, anxiety, etc. Wherever you are and your reason "why" for starting, I am ready to get to work and help you start making positive changes and feeling better. Call me today.
Creating a trusting atmosphere and building on the therapeutic relationship are the fundamentals of my practice. I understand starting therapy and asking for help can be scary and difficult. People seek therapy due to past traumas, work stress, family stress, anxiety, etc. Wherever you are and your reason "why" for starting, I am ready to get to work and help you start making positive changes and feeling better. Call me today.
Saadia U Baig
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60544
"You are not a drop in the ocean.You are the entire ocean in a drop."- Rumi -There are times in life where we begin to feel insignificant, overwhelmed and overtired due to all the burden on our shoulders and minds, which leads to experiencing anxiety, depression, sadness and other life altering mental health changes. We begin to feel lost and hopeless and ultimately believe that there is no way to escape, and perhaps you have accepted things this way." My goal while working with clients is towards cohesiveness and personal growth. I provide counseling from an eclectic model which allows an individual to reach their full potential
"You are not a drop in the ocean.You are the entire ocean in a drop."- Rumi -There are times in life where we begin to feel insignificant, overwhelmed and overtired due to all the burden on our shoulders and minds, which leads to experiencing anxiety, depression, sadness and other life altering mental health changes. We begin to feel lost and hopeless and ultimately believe that there is no way to escape, and perhaps you have accepted things this way." My goal while working with clients is towards cohesiveness and personal growth. I provide counseling from an eclectic model which allows an individual to reach their full potential
Elyse is an experienced clinician with a passion for helping children, teens, families, adults, and couples overcome life’s challenges. She has had the privilege of working with clients in various schools, private practice, and community mental health settings and she utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet the needs of each of her client’s. She acknowledges that therapy is hard work and is constantly humbled by the strength her clients demonstrate throughout the therapeutic process. Elyse approaches therapy with a warm and genuine care for others which allows her clients to grow in a meaningful and purposeful way.
Elyse is an experienced clinician with a passion for helping children, teens, families, adults, and couples overcome life’s challenges. She has had the privilege of working with clients in various schools, private practice, and community mental health settings and she utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet the needs of each of her client’s. She acknowledges that therapy is hard work and is constantly humbled by the strength her clients demonstrate throughout the therapeutic process. Elyse approaches therapy with a warm and genuine care for others which allows her clients to grow in a meaningful and purposeful way.
Jennifer Kovachevich
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60544 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with individuals, groups, couples, and families. I enjoy working with adolescents and couples. I have a lot of expertise in helping my clients with stress management, self-esteem issues, communication skills, peer conflict, women's issues and men's issues. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship and I approach each client individually to determine their course of treatment. I also have a degree in Dietetics and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
I have extensive experience helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with individuals, groups, couples, and families. I enjoy working with adolescents and couples. I have a lot of expertise in helping my clients with stress management, self-esteem issues, communication skills, peer conflict, women's issues and men's issues. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship and I approach each client individually to determine their course of treatment. I also have a degree in Dietetics and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
I strive to create a supportive, empathic and non-judgmental environment in therapy, and have a strengths-based perspective in my work. I feel that developing a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship is essential. My role is to assist clients on their journey of personal development while offering support to develop healthy skills and strategies to cope with life stressors, improve their relationships and manage their emotions. I have experience with children, adolescents and adults.
I strive to create a supportive, empathic and non-judgmental environment in therapy, and have a strengths-based perspective in my work. I feel that developing a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship is essential. My role is to assist clients on their journey of personal development while offering support to develop healthy skills and strategies to cope with life stressors, improve their relationships and manage their emotions. I have experience with children, adolescents and adults.
I offer individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I have specialities in working with individuals who have issues related to abuse and trauma as well as behavioral disorders. I utilize several different treatment modalities and strive to meet the needs of each individual client. My approach with client's is to create a non-judgmental space that makes my client's feel supported and respected. I've had my own private practice for 11 years and over 20 years of experience.
I offer individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I have specialities in working with individuals who have issues related to abuse and trauma as well as behavioral disorders. I utilize several different treatment modalities and strive to meet the needs of each individual client. My approach with client's is to create a non-judgmental space that makes my client's feel supported and respected. I've had my own private practice for 11 years and over 20 years of experience.
Collette's Affordable Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
Whether you are 30 or 80 years old and feel stuck in a difficult situation, I can help you deal with any relationship concerns with your spouse/significant other, parents, kids, or friends, by helping you free yourself up from negative and depressive thoughts, so that you can enjoy life and be happy again. With training and education from Loyola University and Loyola Hospital, plus over 20 years as a therapist, I am confident that my experience will help you through rough times by coping and developing a more positive and confident outlook.
Whether you are 30 or 80 years old and feel stuck in a difficult situation, I can help you deal with any relationship concerns with your spouse/significant other, parents, kids, or friends, by helping you free yourself up from negative and depressive thoughts, so that you can enjoy life and be happy again. With training and education from Loyola University and Loyola Hospital, plus over 20 years as a therapist, I am confident that my experience will help you through rough times by coping and developing a more positive and confident outlook.
I believe in creating a therapeutic environment that is conducive to healing / growth. It is important I develop a strong, genuine relationship with clients that allows me to deeply understand each person's own unique experiences and to accept each person as they are without judgment. I meet clients where they're at in their life processes and collaborate with them in order to help navigate and find solutions to their struggles. I can help with self harming, divorce, relationship issues, identity struggles, anxiety, depression, stress, emotion regulation, etc.
I believe in creating a therapeutic environment that is conducive to healing / growth. It is important I develop a strong, genuine relationship with clients that allows me to deeply understand each person's own unique experiences and to accept each person as they are without judgment. I meet clients where they're at in their life processes and collaborate with them in order to help navigate and find solutions to their struggles. I can help with self harming, divorce, relationship issues, identity struggles, anxiety, depression, stress, emotion regulation, etc.
Blake Mathews, LCSW, provides a safe and welcoming space for clients to achieve the goals that are most important to them. He is open to discussing challenging topics without judgment and is always empathetic to client needs. Blake earned an undergraduate degree from University of Illinois and an MSW from Loyola University Chicago. He has extensive experience working with individuals with autism and other intellectual disabilities, and is also skilled at treating the LGBTQ population and all teens and adults struggling with depression, trauma, family conflicts, and more.
Blake Mathews, LCSW, provides a safe and welcoming space for clients to achieve the goals that are most important to them. He is open to discussing challenging topics without judgment and is always empathetic to client needs. Blake earned an undergraduate degree from University of Illinois and an MSW from Loyola University Chicago. He has extensive experience working with individuals with autism and other intellectual disabilities, and is also skilled at treating the LGBTQ population and all teens and adults struggling with depression, trauma, family conflicts, and more.
Shannon is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with 16 years of experience. She places the utmost importance on making her clients feel comfortable in creating an environment that they will feel confident in sharing experiences and begin the healing process. Shannon believes one of the greatest gifts of therapy is the alliance between the therapist and the client. This unique relationship helps elicit change and allows the client to use the skills that they have learned to make positive lifelong gains.
Shannon is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with 16 years of experience. She places the utmost importance on making her clients feel comfortable in creating an environment that they will feel confident in sharing experiences and begin the healing process. Shannon believes one of the greatest gifts of therapy is the alliance between the therapist and the client. This unique relationship helps elicit change and allows the client to use the skills that they have learned to make positive lifelong gains.
Angela Olson, Clinical Director, believes therapy is about personal wellness and that everyone can benefit from the process. She places a strong focus on helping clients achieve their full potential with a flexible, eclectic approach to identifying and meeting the individual needs of each person. Angela received a BA from Michigan State University and an MA from the Adler School of Professional Psychology. She has experience in a variety of settings including community mental health, ER/hospitals, schools, day care centers, vocational workshops, and police stations.
Angela Olson, Clinical Director, believes therapy is about personal wellness and that everyone can benefit from the process. She places a strong focus on helping clients achieve their full potential with a flexible, eclectic approach to identifying and meeting the individual needs of each person. Angela received a BA from Michigan State University and an MA from the Adler School of Professional Psychology. She has experience in a variety of settings including community mental health, ER/hospitals, schools, day care centers, vocational workshops, and police stations.
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Eating Disorders Therapists
What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviors, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behavior affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counseling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioral disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behavior, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognize they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behavior has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.