There are no results for therapists in West Chicago

Check out therapists located nearby or offering teletherapy in Illinois below.

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Stella M Nicholson, MA, LCPC, CAADC, MAC, Counselor
Stella M Nicholson
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CAADC, MAC
Verified Verified
Lombard, IL 60148
Nicholson also conducts intervetion to families who have a loved one who is suffering with substance abuse.
Ms. Nicholson is a private practitioner and president of Stella M. Nicholson and Associates, Lombard, Illinois where she counsels Adult Children of Alcoholics/Co-dependants, alcoholics/addicts, couples, and specializes in the treatment of families and children. She has worked in the addiction and mental health field since 1978. In addition to her practice, Ms. Nicholson has served as a consultant/trainer to numerous treatment facilities, mental health organizations, hospitals, schools and institutions regarding program development and implementation Her commitment is to help people to put the pieces of their lives together again Ms. Nicholson has also authored two workbooks.
Nicholson also conducts intervetion to families who have a loved one who is suffering with substance abuse.
Ms. Nicholson is a private practitioner and president of Stella M. Nicholson and Associates, Lombard, Illinois where she counsels Adult Children of Alcoholics/Co-dependants, alcoholics/addicts, couples, and specializes in the treatment of families and children. She has worked in the addiction and mental health field since 1978. In addition to her practice, Ms. Nicholson has served as a consultant/trainer to numerous treatment facilities, mental health organizations, hospitals, schools and institutions regarding program development and implementation Her commitment is to help people to put the pieces of their lives together again Ms. Nicholson has also authored two workbooks.
(708) 620-2236 View (708) 620-2236
Photo of Tracey B Clifford - Advanced Insights Counseling & Coaching, EdD, LCSW, CADC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Advanced Insights Counseling & Coaching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Batavia, IL 60510
Primary focus: To help people (individuals, couples, and families) who feel stuck - get from where they are to where they want to be - in a way that is right for them. Additional services: - Coaching: Life coaching
Primary focus: To help people (individuals, couples, and families) who feel stuck - get from where they are to where they want to be - in a way that is right for them. Additional services: - Coaching: Life coaching
(239) 977-5181 View (239) 977-5181

Online Therapists

Photo of Lynn Wachtel-Shapiro, LCSW, CADC, CIRT, ACSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Lynn Wachtel-Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, CIRT, ACSW
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Subspeciality substance abuse work.
Are you sad? Feel worried? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Don't say no enough? Do you feel lost and sad after a death? I have specialized training in couples work{relationship issues} Addictions {codependency} I have extensive experience in treating Grief and Loss issues, Bipolar issues , Depression, Self esteem, Anxiety, ADD, ADHD, Assertiveness issues, Adjustment issues, Anger management, Self harm issues, and Coping skills. My goal is to provide a supportive, respectful, caring environment to help all clients achieve their fullest potential I have had client"s report relief and progress after only a few sessions
Subspeciality substance abuse work.
Are you sad? Feel worried? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Don't say no enough? Do you feel lost and sad after a death? I have specialized training in couples work{relationship issues} Addictions {codependency} I have extensive experience in treating Grief and Loss issues, Bipolar issues , Depression, Self esteem, Anxiety, ADD, ADHD, Assertiveness issues, Adjustment issues, Anger management, Self harm issues, and Coping skills. My goal is to provide a supportive, respectful, caring environment to help all clients achieve their fullest potential I have had client"s report relief and progress after only a few sessions
(708) 342-1773 View (708) 342-1773
Photo of Jim Grimm, MA, LCPC, Counselor
Jim Grimm
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
I have a background working in special education and 20 years of experience working in the addictions field with adults and the complicated facets of recovery.
My broad base of experience recognizes the whole person in a solution-focused approach that is realistic and achievable. I utilize insight oriented, cognitive-behavioral and family oriented approaches in my counseling milieu. I am devoted to helping adults, children and adolescents (6-18 years), couples and families.
I have a background working in special education and 20 years of experience working in the addictions field with adults and the complicated facets of recovery.
My broad base of experience recognizes the whole person in a solution-focused approach that is realistic and achievable. I utilize insight oriented, cognitive-behavioral and family oriented approaches in my counseling milieu. I am devoted to helping adults, children and adolescents (6-18 years), couples and families.
(847) 607-1125 x141 View (847) 607-1125 x141
Photo of Nap Pozulp, PhD, Psychologist
Nap Pozulp
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
I have been in practice for over 30 years and feel that I'm best at dealing with individuals with anxiety, depression and relationship issues. The goal of all my work is to help individuals live up to their full potential. I have an expertise with numerous techniques to accomplish this goal. Traditional insight-oriented, cognitive/behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy and specialty techniques such as hypnotherapy, biofeedback and relaxation training are just a few of the interventions I use.
I have been in practice for over 30 years and feel that I'm best at dealing with individuals with anxiety, depression and relationship issues. The goal of all my work is to help individuals live up to their full potential. I have an expertise with numerous techniques to accomplish this goal. Traditional insight-oriented, cognitive/behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy and specialty techniques such as hypnotherapy, biofeedback and relaxation training are just a few of the interventions I use.
(773) 669-6930 View (773) 669-6930
Photo of Rick Atwater - Northwest Community Counseling Services, LCPC, LCSW, LPC, CADC
Northwest Community Counseling Services
LCPC, LCSW, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
We are a group of professionals who come from the disciplines of psychology, social work, professional counseling, and addictions counseling.
Many people are not sure where to turn when they need help with emotional issues, but we’re here to provide a number of options. We pay attention from your very first contact with our office. If we don’t have the appropriate services for you, we will help make sure you get to the right place. We care.
We are a group of professionals who come from the disciplines of psychology, social work, professional counseling, and addictions counseling.
Many people are not sure where to turn when they need help with emotional issues, but we’re here to provide a number of options. We pay attention from your very first contact with our office. If we don’t have the appropriate services for you, we will help make sure you get to the right place. We care.
(815) 281-5475 View (815) 281-5475
Barry M Leavitt
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Northfield, IL 60093
As a highly-experienced clinical psychologist I have worked with a wide spectrum of therapy and evaluation issues within my private practice and multiple other treatment settings. I recognize the importance of seeing clients as individuals with unique strengths ,weaknesses and specific needs, and not simply as diagnostic labels or condtions. My approach to therapy is based on my inherent belief in change and on establishing a safe,secure and strong working relationship with my clients. I employ an eclectic approach relying upon well researched and effective treatment methods which best fit the specific needs and concerns of the individual client.
As a highly-experienced clinical psychologist I have worked with a wide spectrum of therapy and evaluation issues within my private practice and multiple other treatment settings. I recognize the importance of seeing clients as individuals with unique strengths ,weaknesses and specific needs, and not simply as diagnostic labels or condtions. My approach to therapy is based on my inherent belief in change and on establishing a safe,secure and strong working relationship with my clients. I employ an eclectic approach relying upon well researched and effective treatment methods which best fit the specific needs and concerns of the individual client.
(847) 752-9220 View (847) 752-9220
Photo of Kevin J Franke - Kevin Franke, Ph.D., PhD, Psychologist
Kevin Franke, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60606
I start with a thorough assessment of your current concerns. I take a broad-minded, non-judgmental approach to understanding what you are looking for help with. I try to be helpful by offering feedback and new perspectives and insights. I understand that you have probably already attempted several ways to address your concerns and by now you are most likely frustrated and worried. I will take a proactive and positive approach to your participation by helping you identify your personal strengths and assets that you can then use to develop a new and better response to your concerns.
I start with a thorough assessment of your current concerns. I take a broad-minded, non-judgmental approach to understanding what you are looking for help with. I try to be helpful by offering feedback and new perspectives and insights. I understand that you have probably already attempted several ways to address your concerns and by now you are most likely frustrated and worried. I will take a proactive and positive approach to your participation by helping you identify your personal strengths and assets that you can then use to develop a new and better response to your concerns.
(312) 756-0573 View (312) 756-0573

See more therapy options for West Chicago

Addiction Therapists

What is the best therapy for addiction?

Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.

How long does therapy for addiction take?

There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.

How effective is drug addiction treatment?

Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.

How can you get addiction treatment for someone?

The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.