Attachment-based Therapists in Streamwood, IL

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Elizabeth Marx
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Streamwood, IL 60107
In my therapy practice, I work to create a space where clients feel accepted and free to express themselves. I work with clients to help empower them in their lives, to promote healthy relationships and to build resiliency for all of life’s changes. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them develop insight to achieve their goals. It is important to me that my relationship with clients is built upon trust and that what is important to them is the focus of their time in therapy.
In my therapy practice, I work to create a space where clients feel accepted and free to express themselves. I work with clients to help empower them in their lives, to promote healthy relationships and to build resiliency for all of life’s changes. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them develop insight to achieve their goals. It is important to me that my relationship with clients is built upon trust and that what is important to them is the focus of their time in therapy.
(618) 268-3165 View (618) 268-3165
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Lauren Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Streamwood, IL 60107
Coming to therapy can be an intimidating process. I do my best to make my clients feel comfortable whether we are meeting online or in person. I am conversational, warm, and look forward to developing a therapeutic relationship with adolescent and adult clientele. I pride myself on being non-judgmental and create a safe space where clients can be vulnerable to share anything they may need to - expletives and all.
Coming to therapy can be an intimidating process. I do my best to make my clients feel comfortable whether we are meeting online or in person. I am conversational, warm, and look forward to developing a therapeutic relationship with adolescent and adult clientele. I pride myself on being non-judgmental and create a safe space where clients can be vulnerable to share anything they may need to - expletives and all.
(847) 233-1377 View (847) 233-1377
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Awakenings Counseling Center - Amanda LWK
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC, ICDVP
Verified Verified
Streamwood, IL 60107
I want to take a second to acknowledge how brave you are for seeking therapy. If you are reading this, I hope you feel encouraged by your decision to receive support and grow as a person. It takes a lot of courage to share your story and experiences to a stranger! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a BSc (Hons) in Psychological Studies in Singapore. I also have an MA in Mental Health Counseling at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS) in Deerfield, Illinois. Additionally, I am a certified Illinois Domestic Violence Professional (ICDVP).
I want to take a second to acknowledge how brave you are for seeking therapy. If you are reading this, I hope you feel encouraged by your decision to receive support and grow as a person. It takes a lot of courage to share your story and experiences to a stranger! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a BSc (Hons) in Psychological Studies in Singapore. I also have an MA in Mental Health Counseling at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS) in Deerfield, Illinois. Additionally, I am a certified Illinois Domestic Violence Professional (ICDVP).
(847) 750-5910 View (847) 750-5910
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Amanda L. Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Streamwood, IL 60107  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling exhausted with always trying to hold it together? Life feels hard sometimes. The idea of therapy can be a bit scary, but its part of the journey towards feeling better and supporting you and your family differently. Balancing schedules, taking care of everyone but yourself, I get it! Sometimes there can be a lot to talk about, much to unpack. Perhaps you are experiencing parenting challenges, relationship difficulties or in the middle of a life transition. Finding a comforting space to talk about all the emotions can be tremendously beneficial.
Are you feeling exhausted with always trying to hold it together? Life feels hard sometimes. The idea of therapy can be a bit scary, but its part of the journey towards feeling better and supporting you and your family differently. Balancing schedules, taking care of everyone but yourself, I get it! Sometimes there can be a lot to talk about, much to unpack. Perhaps you are experiencing parenting challenges, relationship difficulties or in the middle of a life transition. Finding a comforting space to talk about all the emotions can be tremendously beneficial.
(224) 218-5136 View (224) 218-5136

More Therapists Nearby

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Katie Leibman
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping others become more self-aware and grow in areas of their life where they feel stuck or frustrated. I have almost 20 years of experience helping individuals who are struggling.
I am passionate about helping others become more self-aware and grow in areas of their life where they feel stuck or frustrated. I have almost 20 years of experience helping individuals who are struggling.
(630) 791-5493 View (630) 791-5493
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Patti Di Giacinto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Even the healthiest of individuals experience times when extra support can be beneficial. Therapy can be a wonderful support to help navigate life in a healthier way. I enjoy helping people explore how they would like their lives to be different and helping them achieve this. My clients describe my style as compassionate and non-judgmental but also very interactive, appreciating my willingness to hold them accountable for changes they would like to make. I feel it is my honor and privilege to be allowed into people's lives in this way.
Even the healthiest of individuals experience times when extra support can be beneficial. Therapy can be a wonderful support to help navigate life in a healthier way. I enjoy helping people explore how they would like their lives to be different and helping them achieve this. My clients describe my style as compassionate and non-judgmental but also very interactive, appreciating my willingness to hold them accountable for changes they would like to make. I feel it is my honor and privilege to be allowed into people's lives in this way.
(847) 379-5906 View (847) 379-5906
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Nina Gallivan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, CADC, PCGC
Verified Verified
Bartlett, IL 60103
First and foremost, I commend you for taking the most difficult step in therapy- seeing its value and starting the process. The process can be uncomfortable, and I am here to help you make the process as easy as possible. Right from the beginning, it is going to be important to establish a good relationship in which you feel comfortable opening up and allowing me to get to know you. I do this mainly by asking questions, listening, and putting much care into understanding who you are and what you are saying.
First and foremost, I commend you for taking the most difficult step in therapy- seeing its value and starting the process. The process can be uncomfortable, and I am here to help you make the process as easy as possible. Right from the beginning, it is going to be important to establish a good relationship in which you feel comfortable opening up and allowing me to get to know you. I do this mainly by asking questions, listening, and putting much care into understanding who you are and what you are saying.
(224) 291-8439 View (224) 291-8439
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Steyn Integrative Counseling
Counselor, IFS, Somatic, SSP, EMDR, Yoga
Verified Verified
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Every client matters and deserves a great experience. Our team values healing the root of your discomfort so you can finally stop managing symptoms. We provide an evidence-based, holistic approach through clinical therapists and our nervous system regulation specialist tailored to your individual needs. We collaborate with local functional doctors and truly psychiatrists when helpful.
Every client matters and deserves a great experience. Our team values healing the root of your discomfort so you can finally stop managing symptoms. We provide an evidence-based, holistic approach through clinical therapists and our nervous system regulation specialist tailored to your individual needs. We collaborate with local functional doctors and truly psychiatrists when helpful.
(847) 713-1287 View (847) 713-1287
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Michelle Lenz
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bartlett, IL 60103
I am passionate about helping people attain wholeness and healing. I like to treat people using a holistic approach, helping clients heal and build a capacity for hope, greater self-awareness, and resilience. I enjoy helping clients connect with self and others in a healthier way, strengthen both intrapersonal and interpersonal skills, grow in authenticity and live a fuller life.
I am passionate about helping people attain wholeness and healing. I like to treat people using a holistic approach, helping clients heal and build a capacity for hope, greater self-awareness, and resilience. I enjoy helping clients connect with self and others in a healthier way, strengthen both intrapersonal and interpersonal skills, grow in authenticity and live a fuller life.
(708) 809-8626 View (708) 809-8626
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Dr. Michael G Tavolacci
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Well here we are! You’re here looking for help and it’s exhausting . I know, I’ve been there! Who doesn’t want to feel better, happier, and more in charge of their life? I want you to make the dreams of your life a reality and we can help. Feeling stressed, depressed, overwhelmed, or pain from life’s experiences can rob you of your joy and damage relationships. One size does not fit all. Your story is unique and your approach to change should be too. Drawing from a variety of approaches, I help you work through those things you want to change.
Well here we are! You’re here looking for help and it’s exhausting . I know, I’ve been there! Who doesn’t want to feel better, happier, and more in charge of their life? I want you to make the dreams of your life a reality and we can help. Feeling stressed, depressed, overwhelmed, or pain from life’s experiences can rob you of your joy and damage relationships. One size does not fit all. Your story is unique and your approach to change should be too. Drawing from a variety of approaches, I help you work through those things you want to change.
(847) 744-9423 View (847) 744-9423
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Nicole E Belmonte
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
I believe that my clients are the experts when it comes to their lives. This means that my clients have their own standards for what is deemed mentally, emotionally and physically healthy; the ultimate goal being to live as happily and authentically as possible. My hope is that you're willing to share your ideas of what a satisfying and authentic life looks like to you. Yes, people tend to grow through pain and discomfort, but this doesn't have to be lonely or excruciating. I'm here to walk your path with you and help be the light to guide you through. You can expect some humor to bring a bit of levity and fun to the journey, too.
I believe that my clients are the experts when it comes to their lives. This means that my clients have their own standards for what is deemed mentally, emotionally and physically healthy; the ultimate goal being to live as happily and authentically as possible. My hope is that you're willing to share your ideas of what a satisfying and authentic life looks like to you. Yes, people tend to grow through pain and discomfort, but this doesn't have to be lonely or excruciating. I'm here to walk your path with you and help be the light to guide you through. You can expect some humor to bring a bit of levity and fun to the journey, too.
(484) 539-9210 View (484) 539-9210
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Dr. Nahrain D Tavolacci
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bartlett, IL 60103
I am here to walk the journey alongside you. Life presents many challenges and adapting to a new "normal" is hard and perception can be glum. It feels like your sense of direction is confusing and uncertain. Relationships have lost their meaning, abundance and joy feel unattainable, and support stands at too far a distance for you to feel grounded in love and security.
I am here to walk the journey alongside you. Life presents many challenges and adapting to a new "normal" is hard and perception can be glum. It feels like your sense of direction is confusing and uncertain. Relationships have lost their meaning, abundance and joy feel unattainable, and support stands at too far a distance for you to feel grounded in love and security.
(630) 283-7710 View (630) 283-7710
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Eileen Joyce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bartlett, IL 60103  (Online Only)
When life becomes too difficult, we often feel like there is something fundamentally wrong within us. We feel invisible, left out, and misunderstood. As women, we are constantly trying to do more while being told by the world around us that we are not good enough. You need to be the perfect student, the caring daughter, and the supportive friend. You need to be the patient mother, loving partner, and an uncompromising independent career woman. You have to do it all- and you carry an unyielding emotional burden because of it.
When life becomes too difficult, we often feel like there is something fundamentally wrong within us. We feel invisible, left out, and misunderstood. As women, we are constantly trying to do more while being told by the world around us that we are not good enough. You need to be the perfect student, the caring daughter, and the supportive friend. You need to be the patient mother, loving partner, and an uncompromising independent career woman. You have to do it all- and you carry an unyielding emotional burden because of it.
(773) 207-3442 View (773) 207-3442
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Michelle Reynolds
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
I am passionate about working with individuals on illness education, symptom management, cognitive restructuring, affect regulation, behavior modification, and interpersonal skill development. My goal is to provide a safe environment for people to learn about themselves, begin to love who they are, and overcome social, emotional, economical, and vocational struggles while reaching their full potential in life. I want to help those who feel unloved and broken return to feeling whole again with active encouragement and support.
I am passionate about working with individuals on illness education, symptom management, cognitive restructuring, affect regulation, behavior modification, and interpersonal skill development. My goal is to provide a safe environment for people to learn about themselves, begin to love who they are, and overcome social, emotional, economical, and vocational struggles while reaching their full potential in life. I want to help those who feel unloved and broken return to feeling whole again with active encouragement and support.
(847) 807-1931 View (847) 807-1931
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Lucy Scott
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Schaumburg, IL 60193
Lucy Scott is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who originally trained as a Trauma Informed Art Psychotherapist in New York. She has since become a certified trainer in the Attachment Regulation Competency (ARC) framework, trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Sensory Motor Affect Regulation Therapy (SMART). I have traditionally worked with clients and family systems impacted by complex trauma. I work with clients struggling from post traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, negative self concept, parental concerns and relationship challenges.
Lucy Scott is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who originally trained as a Trauma Informed Art Psychotherapist in New York. She has since become a certified trainer in the Attachment Regulation Competency (ARC) framework, trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Sensory Motor Affect Regulation Therapy (SMART). I have traditionally worked with clients and family systems impacted by complex trauma. I work with clients struggling from post traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, negative self concept, parental concerns and relationship challenges.
(872) 253-6933 View (872) 253-6933
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Patti Bahnick
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Sometimes life seems overwhelming. Sometimes relationships are difficult. Sometimes an outside voice to help navigate difficult times and relationships can give a different perspective and give support. I am a clinically licensed therapist and have been working with individuals and couples for the past 15 years in helping them navigate through difficult times and situations to a place of fulfillment. Whether working to strengthen your relationship strategies, or helping you to understand your special worth to the world around you, I can help guide you and get you on your way to a more peaceful and fulfilling life.
Sometimes life seems overwhelming. Sometimes relationships are difficult. Sometimes an outside voice to help navigate difficult times and relationships can give a different perspective and give support. I am a clinically licensed therapist and have been working with individuals and couples for the past 15 years in helping them navigate through difficult times and situations to a place of fulfillment. Whether working to strengthen your relationship strategies, or helping you to understand your special worth to the world around you, I can help guide you and get you on your way to a more peaceful and fulfilling life.
(708) 578-7408 View (708) 578-7408
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Natalie C Holley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Waitlist for new clients
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children, teens, and adults. I work collaboratively with my patients to explore current difficulties, difficult past experiences and relationships, and ways these may be holding you back today. Therapy is a wonderful opportunity to increase self-awareness and find better ways of managing everyday stress. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, we can work together to help you find relief. Life can be hard, but you don't have to do it alone.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children, teens, and adults. I work collaboratively with my patients to explore current difficulties, difficult past experiences and relationships, and ways these may be holding you back today. Therapy is a wonderful opportunity to increase self-awareness and find better ways of managing everyday stress. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, we can work together to help you find relief. Life can be hard, but you don't have to do it alone.
(847) 649-6365 View (847) 649-6365
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Therapy Solutions AH
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
I specialize in adult/teen depression, anxiety, ADHD and relationship/family issues. Response time 24 business hours to calls or emails. My first priority is to understand you as a person. If you are feeling hesitant about therapy, understand that this is normal: letting another person into your private space can be frightening. A good therapist, however, will accept you as you are, with all the good and the ugly. Courage!
I specialize in adult/teen depression, anxiety, ADHD and relationship/family issues. Response time 24 business hours to calls or emails. My first priority is to understand you as a person. If you are feeling hesitant about therapy, understand that this is normal: letting another person into your private space can be frightening. A good therapist, however, will accept you as you are, with all the good and the ugly. Courage!
(224) 441-2151 View (224) 441-2151
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Health and Healing Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCPC, LCSW, CADC, ICGC-II, BACC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bartlett, IL 60103
You are not alone. We understand how difficult it is to feel overwhelmed and exhausted and believe you've run out of solutions. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, unsure, and upset about the unwanted things that have and are happening around you. We are here and can help guide you, your child, teen, or partner to develop the insight, understanding, and skills necessary to make life better. All the stress, discomfort, and pain you now feel can reduce, you can feel better. Change, growth, and healing is possible for you.
You are not alone. We understand how difficult it is to feel overwhelmed and exhausted and believe you've run out of solutions. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, unsure, and upset about the unwanted things that have and are happening around you. We are here and can help guide you, your child, teen, or partner to develop the insight, understanding, and skills necessary to make life better. All the stress, discomfort, and pain you now feel can reduce, you can feel better. Change, growth, and healing is possible for you.
(331) 200-2325 View (331) 200-2325
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Jessica Blumberg
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bartlett, IL 60103
Has it been hard for you to embrace life and feel your best? Are you looking for help navigating a lifelong struggle or recent difficulty? Although your experiences are unique to you, you are not alone and deserve to have your emotional needs met. The therapeutic journey allows you to share the burden and invest in yourself. Together, we can find what works for you and equip you with the tools to conquer anxiety, self-esteem issues, depression, life transitions, and loss.
Has it been hard for you to embrace life and feel your best? Are you looking for help navigating a lifelong struggle or recent difficulty? Although your experiences are unique to you, you are not alone and deserve to have your emotional needs met. The therapeutic journey allows you to share the burden and invest in yourself. Together, we can find what works for you and equip you with the tools to conquer anxiety, self-esteem issues, depression, life transitions, and loss.
(331) 260-9509 View (331) 260-9509

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Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.