Emotionally Focused Therapists in Saint Charles, IL

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Margot Lassar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My belief is the foundation of therapy is a safe, trusting, and authentic therapeutic relationship. I walk alongside my clients throughout the process of self-exploration and healing. Although therapy can be hard, scary, and extremely messy, my hope is that we can muddle through it together!
My belief is the foundation of therapy is a safe, trusting, and authentic therapeutic relationship. I walk alongside my clients throughout the process of self-exploration and healing. Although therapy can be hard, scary, and extremely messy, my hope is that we can muddle through it together!
(630) 593-0639 View (630) 593-0639
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St Charles Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Being able to discuss our current challenges calls for a supportive conversation. Often these challenges contribute to depression, anxiety, and interpersonal conflicts if not addressed. I work with individuals from all walks of life whether you are looking for individual, couples, or group counseling; I will ensure that your voice is heard.
Being able to discuss our current challenges calls for a supportive conversation. Often these challenges contribute to depression, anxiety, and interpersonal conflicts if not addressed. I work with individuals from all walks of life whether you are looking for individual, couples, or group counseling; I will ensure that your voice is heard.
(630) 381-5817 View (630) 381-5817
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Jenny Diamond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174  (Online Only)
You may be at a point where you have exhausted all of your resources and known means of coping, and are seeking support in a trusting and nonjudgmental environment. Perhaps you're returning to therapy or trying it out for the first time. Either way, I can offer a neutral sounding board for challenges you are facing, and we can work together to develop strategies that work best for you and your experiences. You may also be a parent seeking ways to improve communication with your child/teen and guide them in a world where the influence of peers, social media, and other factors play a huge part in how they perceive life around them.
You may be at a point where you have exhausted all of your resources and known means of coping, and are seeking support in a trusting and nonjudgmental environment. Perhaps you're returning to therapy or trying it out for the first time. Either way, I can offer a neutral sounding board for challenges you are facing, and we can work together to develop strategies that work best for you and your experiences. You may also be a parent seeking ways to improve communication with your child/teen and guide them in a world where the influence of peers, social media, and other factors play a huge part in how they perceive life around them.
(630) 749-2207 View (630) 749-2207
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Christine Anderson
Counselor, MSEd, LCPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60175
Christine is an experienced therapist who engages clients in the therapeutic process by developing treatment goals based on clients' individual needs. She partners with clients to develop a treatment plan that utilizes the clients' support system which may include their family and other medical providers in order to ensure appropriate treatment goals are set and achieved. Christine enjoys engaging clients in the therapeutic process by giving value to each client's perspective through her client-centered approach. Christine has experience working with adolescents and adults.
Christine is an experienced therapist who engages clients in the therapeutic process by developing treatment goals based on clients' individual needs. She partners with clients to develop a treatment plan that utilizes the clients' support system which may include their family and other medical providers in order to ensure appropriate treatment goals are set and achieved. Christine enjoys engaging clients in the therapeutic process by giving value to each client's perspective through her client-centered approach. Christine has experience working with adolescents and adults.
(815) 600-7887 View (815) 600-7887
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Nancy Kuhn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change."- Jim Rohn. People seek counseling when their emotional pain becomes too much to bear on their own and they want to be free of it. How we deal with life's pain defines who we are. While we don't choose to undergo misfortune, we do decide how we react to those events. I have found that negative experiences can also trigger something positive within us. Crisis offers opportunity for change, and pain can be the catalyst for transformation.
Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change."- Jim Rohn. People seek counseling when their emotional pain becomes too much to bear on their own and they want to be free of it. How we deal with life's pain defines who we are. While we don't choose to undergo misfortune, we do decide how we react to those events. I have found that negative experiences can also trigger something positive within us. Crisis offers opportunity for change, and pain can be the catalyst for transformation.
(630) 473-3469 View (630) 473-3469
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Silvia Gomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Life throws all of us (as humans), many difficult situations that at times are hard to navigate without extra support. I empower individuals and families to create healthier coping skills. These skills help create a happier sense of self in individuals, and the positive impact extends to their homes. It also helps create a better society. My approach encompasses a variety of clinical interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution-focused therapy and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to name a few. I consider myself an Integrative and Holistic therapist.
Life throws all of us (as humans), many difficult situations that at times are hard to navigate without extra support. I empower individuals and families to create healthier coping skills. These skills help create a happier sense of self in individuals, and the positive impact extends to their homes. It also helps create a better society. My approach encompasses a variety of clinical interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution-focused therapy and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to name a few. I consider myself an Integrative and Holistic therapist.
(331) 207-9053 View (331) 207-9053
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Katie Siadak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MA, LSW
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
I believe that therapy works best as a process of uncovering our truest selves. Oftentimes life hands us burdens of stress, anxiety, grief, trauma, and pain that weigh us down and make it difficult to encounter the world in ways that we would like. I believe each individual has a unique and important story to tell, and I find joy in walking alongside clients as they begin to peel away the layers of life’s burdens to uncover the light of their authentic selves. I strive to offer a safe space for clients to author a personal narrative that feels genuine, and I operate from a gentle, trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective.
I believe that therapy works best as a process of uncovering our truest selves. Oftentimes life hands us burdens of stress, anxiety, grief, trauma, and pain that weigh us down and make it difficult to encounter the world in ways that we would like. I believe each individual has a unique and important story to tell, and I find joy in walking alongside clients as they begin to peel away the layers of life’s burdens to uncover the light of their authentic selves. I strive to offer a safe space for clients to author a personal narrative that feels genuine, and I operate from a gentle, trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective.
(630) 526-7037 View (630) 526-7037
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Kathy Jack
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
I look forward to helping clients get to know how they hold emotions in mind and body to release what is stuck and not helping them. I want my clients to find a deeper understanding of their core self and gain insight into how our past affects present relationships and struggles. I enjoy working from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered, and CBT. For the last 23 years I have been working in individual therapy with kids, teens, and adults.
I look forward to helping clients get to know how they hold emotions in mind and body to release what is stuck and not helping them. I want my clients to find a deeper understanding of their core self and gain insight into how our past affects present relationships and struggles. I enjoy working from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered, and CBT. For the last 23 years I have been working in individual therapy with kids, teens, and adults.
(630) 415-1476 View (630) 415-1476
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Dr. Corie McNally
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174  (Online Only)
I have obtained my PsyD from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology, an APA accredited program. I am currently working towards licensure. In my clinical work I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families alike. I am currently most interested in the treatment of disorders and issues related to identity, attachment, relational problems, depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, grief and loss, behavioral problems, parenting issues, and adoption.
I have obtained my PsyD from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology, an APA accredited program. I am currently working towards licensure. In my clinical work I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families alike. I am currently most interested in the treatment of disorders and issues related to identity, attachment, relational problems, depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, grief and loss, behavioral problems, parenting issues, and adoption.
(630) 426-7809 View (630) 426-7809
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Bethany Kosek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Life is unpredictable and throws ups and downs at us constantly. Sometimes, we need someone to talk to, who will help us sort through these life occurrences and put them into perspective. Even if you, or someone you know, claims the problem is insignificant, it might be significant to you and you may spend a lot of time thinking about it. I want to be that listening ear you need, no matter how big or how small your ups and downs may seem.
Life is unpredictable and throws ups and downs at us constantly. Sometimes, we need someone to talk to, who will help us sort through these life occurrences and put them into perspective. Even if you, or someone you know, claims the problem is insignificant, it might be significant to you and you may spend a lot of time thinking about it. I want to be that listening ear you need, no matter how big or how small your ups and downs may seem.
(630) 222-7375 View (630) 222-7375
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Sarah Anne Creasor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Taking the first step takes a lot of courage. Wherever you are on your journey to a more authentic, healthy you, I can help. My warm, caring approach combines compassion, trust, and strength-based practices to provide a safe, judgment-free environment for individuals and families to learn and grow. Together, we can set short/long term goals, identify negative thought and behavior patterns, develop a variety of coping skills, and gain new insight with each session. I provide services to children, adolescents, and adults. I also offer group sessions. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, mood disorders etc.
Taking the first step takes a lot of courage. Wherever you are on your journey to a more authentic, healthy you, I can help. My warm, caring approach combines compassion, trust, and strength-based practices to provide a safe, judgment-free environment for individuals and families to learn and grow. Together, we can set short/long term goals, identify negative thought and behavior patterns, develop a variety of coping skills, and gain new insight with each session. I provide services to children, adolescents, and adults. I also offer group sessions. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, mood disorders etc.
(331) 260-9699 x702 View (331) 260-9699 x702
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Matt McDonald
Counselor, LCPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
No, I don't think you are the same as anyone else. I don't think I have all the answers. I don't even know you yet. What I do know, is that I am willing to work with you to change the course of the next chapter of your life. I know that I truly appreciate the uniqueness of your life story. I know I want to help you meet YOUR goals, not the goals someone else has for you. I know that together we could create something different if you are tired of every day being the same.
No, I don't think you are the same as anyone else. I don't think I have all the answers. I don't even know you yet. What I do know, is that I am willing to work with you to change the course of the next chapter of your life. I know that I truly appreciate the uniqueness of your life story. I know I want to help you meet YOUR goals, not the goals someone else has for you. I know that together we could create something different if you are tired of every day being the same.
(630) 797-9864 x2 View (630) 797-9864 x2
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Ellen M Ortiz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60175
You are a wonderful and unique person. I am honored to help you realize your strength as you process any trauma so that it becomes a part of your journey not the thing that drives you. Having someone to connect with and walk with you through the issues of life can be very liberating. There is no such thing as too small or too big a topic if it helps you realize your best self.
You are a wonderful and unique person. I am honored to help you realize your strength as you process any trauma so that it becomes a part of your journey not the thing that drives you. Having someone to connect with and walk with you through the issues of life can be very liberating. There is no such thing as too small or too big a topic if it helps you realize your best self.
Mari Wittum
Counselor, MSCP, LCPC
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
I will provide a safe place, an open mind, a compassionate heart, and a listening ear. Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or in a crisis? I will provide an appointment within 24 hours if needed. Not in a crisis but just need some life coaching, I will help with that too. I utilize an eclectic approach taking into account age, background, and the individual needs of each of my clients. In my 25+ years of experience I have assisted individuals, adolescents, couples, families when faced with challenges in journey of life.
I will provide a safe place, an open mind, a compassionate heart, and a listening ear. Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or in a crisis? I will provide an appointment within 24 hours if needed. Not in a crisis but just need some life coaching, I will help with that too. I utilize an eclectic approach taking into account age, background, and the individual needs of each of my clients. In my 25+ years of experience I have assisted individuals, adolescents, couples, families when faced with challenges in journey of life.
(630) 796-4448 View (630) 796-4448
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Alexis Siegmann @ St. Charles Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, ALMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Waitlist for new clients
As a Marriage and Family therapist I serve couples, families and also individual needs. There are many different needs that I serve one of them being mental health disorders such as Anxiety and Depression. Other presenting issues that I have worked with include, low motivation levels, lack of self esteem, school concerns, marital/ couple concerns, parent/child concerns and I can help process past trauma.
As a Marriage and Family therapist I serve couples, families and also individual needs. There are many different needs that I serve one of them being mental health disorders such as Anxiety and Depression. Other presenting issues that I have worked with include, low motivation levels, lack of self esteem, school concerns, marital/ couple concerns, parent/child concerns and I can help process past trauma.
(630) 354-0795 View (630) 354-0795
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Jennifer King
Counselor, LCPC, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about holding safe space and supporting your move toward inner awareness and expansion of living to your fullest potential. I incorporate tools and techniques I have refined during my own personal growth and self-discovery journey, as well as from working with both eastern and western therapies across multiple clinical roles. I believe all answers, truth, and healing come from within. Let’s work together to improve your mental and emotional wellness, help you find balance, remember who you really are, and live the future you want. “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” — Carl Jung
I am passionate about holding safe space and supporting your move toward inner awareness and expansion of living to your fullest potential. I incorporate tools and techniques I have refined during my own personal growth and self-discovery journey, as well as from working with both eastern and western therapies across multiple clinical roles. I believe all answers, truth, and healing come from within. Let’s work together to improve your mental and emotional wellness, help you find balance, remember who you really are, and live the future you want. “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” — Carl Jung
(630) 415-1486 View (630) 415-1486
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Morgan Pappas
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60175
I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Schaumburg. I am passionate about women's issues and I developed a therapy program for reducing postpartum depression while increasing the mother-infant bond for my clinical research project. I obtained an emphasis in Health Psychology that included training in hypnosis, relaxation techniques, pain management, and stress reduction. Additionally, I have an extensive background in domestic violence ad sexual assault. My therapeutic approach is eclectic utilizing interpersonal psychotherapy, CBT, feminist theory, solutions focused therapy, and client centered therapy.
I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Schaumburg. I am passionate about women's issues and I developed a therapy program for reducing postpartum depression while increasing the mother-infant bond for my clinical research project. I obtained an emphasis in Health Psychology that included training in hypnosis, relaxation techniques, pain management, and stress reduction. Additionally, I have an extensive background in domestic violence ad sexual assault. My therapeutic approach is eclectic utilizing interpersonal psychotherapy, CBT, feminist theory, solutions focused therapy, and client centered therapy.
(630) 360-8913 x704 View (630) 360-8913 x704
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Carol Elendt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60175
Waitlist for new clients
It takes courage to begin therapy, and I would be honored to step into this process with you. My desire is to provide empathic therapy for adults, adolescents, and children who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma symptoms, or relationship issues. For people experiencing loss, you will find a safe space to grieve. I enjoy working with clients who have diverse beliefs and also offer a Christian perspective for those seeking a faith-focused therapist.
It takes courage to begin therapy, and I would be honored to step into this process with you. My desire is to provide empathic therapy for adults, adolescents, and children who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma symptoms, or relationship issues. For people experiencing loss, you will find a safe space to grieve. I enjoy working with clients who have diverse beliefs and also offer a Christian perspective for those seeking a faith-focused therapist.
(630) 592-4866 x206 View (630) 592-4866 x206
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Angie Yong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60175
Struggling with executive functioning, feeling unheard and/or unseen, dealing with the impacts of past traumas and hurts... These are the common threads that I find in a lot of my clients. As a neurodivergent therapist (diagnosed with ADHD myself), my clients find comfort in my ability to understand the neuroAtypical mind, experience, and perspective. My clients seek me out to build insight and self-awareness, education and knowledge about their unique experiences (from why it is they think the way they do, to why it is they act the way they do), and ultimately lasting change for a fulfilling life.
Struggling with executive functioning, feeling unheard and/or unseen, dealing with the impacts of past traumas and hurts... These are the common threads that I find in a lot of my clients. As a neurodivergent therapist (diagnosed with ADHD myself), my clients find comfort in my ability to understand the neuroAtypical mind, experience, and perspective. My clients seek me out to build insight and self-awareness, education and knowledge about their unique experiences (from why it is they think the way they do, to why it is they act the way they do), and ultimately lasting change for a fulfilling life.
(331) 272-0272 View (331) 272-0272
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Laura Kowalski
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Ever feel like life is not going how you expected it to? We often have expectations of how we should be feeling or what our life should be like, and our reality doesn’t always match up. This can result in uncomfortable feelings like anxiety, sadness, disappointment, or stress. While these feelings may not be comfortable, they are a part of our lives. Whether you have been feeling this way for a while or just recently, the fact that you are reading this probably means that you have decided to seek help.
Ever feel like life is not going how you expected it to? We often have expectations of how we should be feeling or what our life should be like, and our reality doesn’t always match up. This can result in uncomfortable feelings like anxiety, sadness, disappointment, or stress. While these feelings may not be comfortable, they are a part of our lives. Whether you have been feeling this way for a while or just recently, the fact that you are reading this probably means that you have decided to seek help.
(630) 912-7758 View (630) 912-7758
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