Christian Counseling Therapists in Waukegan, IL

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Gloria Ortiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ALMFT
Verified Verified
Waukegan, IL 60085  (Online Only)
With my expertise in Christian Counseling, Family/Marital Counseling, and Integrative Counseling, I'm ready to help you navigate various issues, such as communication, anger, anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, self-esteem, and more.
Life can be challenging at times, and it's perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed and exhausted from trying to manage everything on your own. If you're doing your best but still struggling to get ahead, don't worry – I'm here to help! I will be with you every step of the way as you work towards your goals and become the best person you can be. I will take the time to learn who you are as an individual and what matters most in your life. I will value your strengths, listen carefully to your needs, and guide you toward healing and lasting change.
With my expertise in Christian Counseling, Family/Marital Counseling, and Integrative Counseling, I'm ready to help you navigate various issues, such as communication, anger, anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, self-esteem, and more.
Life can be challenging at times, and it's perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed and exhausted from trying to manage everything on your own. If you're doing your best but still struggling to get ahead, don't worry – I'm here to help! I will be with you every step of the way as you work towards your goals and become the best person you can be. I will take the time to learn who you are as an individual and what matters most in your life. I will value your strengths, listen carefully to your needs, and guide you toward healing and lasting change.
(708) 554-4337 View (708) 554-4337
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Evelyn Caples Chenier
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC, NBCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Waukegan, IL 60085
If you are having feelings of sadness, irritability, hopelessness or are currently experiencing a life stressor, we can help. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am a Community Psychologist who has considerable experience working with many different populations. I am licensed and certified to meet the growing needs of the world we live in. I am committed to developing a caring and compassionate relationship with the individuals I serve.
If you are having feelings of sadness, irritability, hopelessness or are currently experiencing a life stressor, we can help. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am a Community Psychologist who has considerable experience working with many different populations. I am licensed and certified to meet the growing needs of the world we live in. I am committed to developing a caring and compassionate relationship with the individuals I serve.
(224) 300-7409 View (224) 300-7409
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Shannon Parsons
Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
Waukegan, IL 60079
Ever struggled with life issues and have tried changing a few things and wonder why you just don't feel any better? I am here for you. I have been called to help the hurting. That may very from stress, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, or relational conflicts. I offer a safe space to explore present symptoms and how you got here so together we can give you a healthier future. My goal is to meet every person where they are at and then help them become restored to who they were created to be.
Ever struggled with life issues and have tried changing a few things and wonder why you just don't feel any better? I am here for you. I have been called to help the hurting. That may very from stress, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, or relational conflicts. I offer a safe space to explore present symptoms and how you got here so together we can give you a healthier future. My goal is to meet every person where they are at and then help them become restored to who they were created to be.
(847) 780-2089 View (847) 780-2089
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Great Lakes Psychology Group - Gurnee
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Waukegan, IL 60085
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Gurnee understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Gurnee understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
(847) 243-6594 View (847) 243-6594
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Celeste Faulkner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Waukegan, IL 60085  (Online Only)
Do you want to learn how to manage your life in more effective ways? When circumstances or past experiences feel outside of your control they can impact your emotional distress, mood, lack of boundaries and confidence. This in turn impacts your overall functioning, coping mechanisms and motivation for change. Professional support is a foundational and useful tool to develop management of factors that may be better controlled, adapting to factors outside of our control and developing an ability to recognize the difference. Let’s partner & explore strategies that support accomplishing your goals and building the life you desire!
Do you want to learn how to manage your life in more effective ways? When circumstances or past experiences feel outside of your control they can impact your emotional distress, mood, lack of boundaries and confidence. This in turn impacts your overall functioning, coping mechanisms and motivation for change. Professional support is a foundational and useful tool to develop management of factors that may be better controlled, adapting to factors outside of our control and developing an ability to recognize the difference. Let’s partner & explore strategies that support accomplishing your goals and building the life you desire!
(872) 231-3742 View (872) 231-3742
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Jessica Aiello
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Waukegan, IL 60079
Daytime availability!
Daytime availability!
(262) 239-7939 View (262) 239-7939
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Holly Sheahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waukegan, IL 60085
I have been a therapist for over 20 years. I love people, and appreciate the authentic, meaningful relationships I have with my clients. I bring warmth, compassion and humor into my sessions. This helps establish and nurture a strong, therapeutic bond, which is essential for the difficult work of therapy. Life is really hard, and therapy can reveal hope in the midst of pain and confusion. It illuminates the inner strength and resiliency that people need, but often can’t see or access within themselves.
I have been a therapist for over 20 years. I love people, and appreciate the authentic, meaningful relationships I have with my clients. I bring warmth, compassion and humor into my sessions. This helps establish and nurture a strong, therapeutic bond, which is essential for the difficult work of therapy. Life is really hard, and therapy can reveal hope in the midst of pain and confusion. It illuminates the inner strength and resiliency that people need, but often can’t see or access within themselves.
(224) 505-2613 View (224) 505-2613
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Hearts 4 hugs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waukegan, IL 60085  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! My passion is to support others as they overcome life’s obstacles and challenges. I would be honored to teach you coping skills to manage difficult emotions, and how to tap into the resources that are already within you. My specialties include Anger Management, Anxiety, Insomnia, Life Coaching, Transitions, Mindfulness, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, and Stress Management. Together we will explore ways to manage the emotions you experience today, to create a coping framework that supports you in the future.
Accepting new clients! My passion is to support others as they overcome life’s obstacles and challenges. I would be honored to teach you coping skills to manage difficult emotions, and how to tap into the resources that are already within you. My specialties include Anger Management, Anxiety, Insomnia, Life Coaching, Transitions, Mindfulness, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, and Stress Management. Together we will explore ways to manage the emotions you experience today, to create a coping framework that supports you in the future.
(872) 314-2671 View (872) 314-2671

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Tyler Ege
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
Everyone brings beauty & meaning to the world, but some people have trouble discovering it. I work with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults of all ages. Frequent mental health challenges that I often work with include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, shame, grief, stress, pornography addiction, & boundaries. I enjoy also helping with communication & empowering clients to make positive changes. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & pull from many different theories, continuing to learn & use creative tools from a variety of theoretical orientations. I also offer Christian counseling and EMDR
Everyone brings beauty & meaning to the world, but some people have trouble discovering it. I work with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults of all ages. Frequent mental health challenges that I often work with include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, shame, grief, stress, pornography addiction, & boundaries. I enjoy also helping with communication & empowering clients to make positive changes. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & pull from many different theories, continuing to learn & use creative tools from a variety of theoretical orientations. I also offer Christian counseling and EMDR
(815) 270-5779 View (815) 270-5779
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Chicago
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
North Chicago, IL 60064
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(855) 524-5193 View (855) 524-5193
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White Stone Counseling Resources
Counselor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Discover a renewed sense of hope and well-being with White Stone Counseling Resources! Since 1997, we've been Chicago's trusted Christian Counseling practice. Dive into personalized sessions tailored for individuals, couples, and families—encompassing adults, teens, and children. At White Stone, we believe in a true partnership. Your journey is unique, and our dedicated counselors are here to walk beside you, profoundly understanding your story and crafting a transformative roadmap for a brighter, more fulfilling tomorrow.
Discover a renewed sense of hope and well-being with White Stone Counseling Resources! Since 1997, we've been Chicago's trusted Christian Counseling practice. Dive into personalized sessions tailored for individuals, couples, and families—encompassing adults, teens, and children. At White Stone, we believe in a true partnership. Your journey is unique, and our dedicated counselors are here to walk beside you, profoundly understanding your story and crafting a transformative roadmap for a brighter, more fulfilling tomorrow.
(847) 243-6421 View (847) 243-6421
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Lauren Hess-Metz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
One of my greatest joys in life is helping others. It hurts my heart to see others in pain believing something is wrong with them. I want you to know you are not alone. Life is full of commitments, work, stress, transitions, and other people. It is often hard to take time for ourselves. I work with clients experiencing a broad range of issues from anxiety and depression to managing grief or navigating divorce/separation. I strive to treat each client as an individual, meeting every client where they are along their life journey.
One of my greatest joys in life is helping others. It hurts my heart to see others in pain believing something is wrong with them. I want you to know you are not alone. Life is full of commitments, work, stress, transitions, and other people. It is often hard to take time for ourselves. I work with clients experiencing a broad range of issues from anxiety and depression to managing grief or navigating divorce/separation. I strive to treat each client as an individual, meeting every client where they are along their life journey.
(224) 504-0041 View (224) 504-0041
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Great Lakes Psychology Group - Buffalo Grove
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Gurnee, IL 60031
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Buffalo Grove understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Buffalo Grove understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
(630) 426-7930 View (630) 426-7930
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Within Holistic Counseling
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gurnee, IL 60031
At Within Holistic Counseling, we believe in getting to the root of the problem. Traditional talk therapy has been proven highly effective, so we combine this with meditation based therapy and somatic psychology to make it even better. To create lasting change in your life, you need to understand where your feelings are coming from. We are clinically trained in psychological techniques as well as, having specialized training in mindfulness meditation and the ability to create a holistic framework that will assist you in getting to the root of your patterns to heal and change them. Your work will be tailored individually for you.
At Within Holistic Counseling, we believe in getting to the root of the problem. Traditional talk therapy has been proven highly effective, so we combine this with meditation based therapy and somatic psychology to make it even better. To create lasting change in your life, you need to understand where your feelings are coming from. We are clinically trained in psychological techniques as well as, having specialized training in mindfulness meditation and the ability to create a holistic framework that will assist you in getting to the root of your patterns to heal and change them. Your work will be tailored individually for you.
(815) 308-8859 View (815) 308-8859
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Dr. Alexandra Colón
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lake Forest, IL 60045  (Online Only)
I believe embarking on the path of therapy demonstrates remarkable courage, and I am committed to honoring and validating this commitment in every session. Together, we will engage in a collaborative journey, navigating through challenging thoughts, memories, and emotions. My goal is to foster an environment where clients can authentically explore their strengths, and become aware of vulnerabilities, free from judgment. I have advanced training in working with adults and a special interest in supporting first responders, other clinicians, therapists, fellow Latino/Hispanic, & individuals dealing with anxiety, trauma, and depression.
I believe embarking on the path of therapy demonstrates remarkable courage, and I am committed to honoring and validating this commitment in every session. Together, we will engage in a collaborative journey, navigating through challenging thoughts, memories, and emotions. My goal is to foster an environment where clients can authentically explore their strengths, and become aware of vulnerabilities, free from judgment. I have advanced training in working with adults and a special interest in supporting first responders, other clinicians, therapists, fellow Latino/Hispanic, & individuals dealing with anxiety, trauma, and depression.
(708) 300-0541 View (708) 300-0541
Photo of Dori J Mages - North Shore Family Services, PLLC, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
North Shore Family Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
When you or your child/teen is struggling, you want strategies to meet your needs NOW. At North Shore Family Services, we empower kids, teens, and adults to learn tools, so they can succeed independently. Our goal is for children, teens, adults, parents, and couples to learn skills to be successful with school, peers, work, and family- long after therapy ends. We assist with IEP and 504 plans to help our children/teen clients succeed where they spend most of their day- out of their parents' sight. Parents are our partners in helping kids and teens learn life skills.
When you or your child/teen is struggling, you want strategies to meet your needs NOW. At North Shore Family Services, we empower kids, teens, and adults to learn tools, so they can succeed independently. Our goal is for children, teens, adults, parents, and couples to learn skills to be successful with school, peers, work, and family- long after therapy ends. We assist with IEP and 504 plans to help our children/teen clients succeed where they spend most of their day- out of their parents' sight. Parents are our partners in helping kids and teens learn life skills.
(224) 803-2468 x700 View (224) 803-2468 x700
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Jennipher Vorhees
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, IL 60045  (Online Only)
As a LCPC, I am committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to adult professionals experiencing burnout, stress, and relationship challenges. My practice integrates conventional therapeutic methods with holistic and integrative approaches, fostering a balanced and comprehensive path to mental wellness. My journey into mental health began with a deep curiosity about the human mind and a desire to help individuals navigate life's complexities.
As a LCPC, I am committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to adult professionals experiencing burnout, stress, and relationship challenges. My practice integrates conventional therapeutic methods with holistic and integrative approaches, fostering a balanced and comprehensive path to mental wellness. My journey into mental health began with a deep curiosity about the human mind and a desire to help individuals navigate life's complexities.
(618) 495-4290 View (618) 495-4290
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LifeStance Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
(855) 609-7569 View (855) 609-7569
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Paige Swan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
Paige Swan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. When life feels overwhelming talking with the right person can help. Paige Swan is here to work with you in hopes of providing long-lasting solutions for a better quality of life. She strives to provide a warm, comfortable, non-judgmental environment where you can express your whole self. Through collaboration you will work together to create a wellness plan that is right for you. These practices can help provide a happier and healthier lifestyle. Paige uniquely offers a safe space and personalized tools to help individuals and families reach their personal goals.
Paige Swan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. When life feels overwhelming talking with the right person can help. Paige Swan is here to work with you in hopes of providing long-lasting solutions for a better quality of life. She strives to provide a warm, comfortable, non-judgmental environment where you can express your whole self. Through collaboration you will work together to create a wellness plan that is right for you. These practices can help provide a happier and healthier lifestyle. Paige uniquely offers a safe space and personalized tools to help individuals and families reach their personal goals.
(224) 267-2294 View (224) 267-2294
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James (Jim) Veltman
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Grayslake, IL 60030
When we deny our feelings, pushing them away (depressing them), we get depressed. When we shame our needs and criticize ourselves for being weak/needy, we strengthen the fear that causes us to hide who we really are. This increases anxiety. When we deny traumatic memories, we develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Numbing reality and denying real injustices will protect us from pain in the short run. Denying what is real, however, flings us into an inner conflict in which we resist the things that we need the most, and cling to the things that make us most dysfunctional.
When we deny our feelings, pushing them away (depressing them), we get depressed. When we shame our needs and criticize ourselves for being weak/needy, we strengthen the fear that causes us to hide who we really are. This increases anxiety. When we deny traumatic memories, we develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Numbing reality and denying real injustices will protect us from pain in the short run. Denying what is real, however, flings us into an inner conflict in which we resist the things that we need the most, and cling to the things that make us most dysfunctional.
(224) 365-8650 View (224) 365-8650