Strength-Based Therapists in Willowbrook, IL
Angelica Chrzascik
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Willowbrook, IL 60527
In my work, I use a strength-based perspective to ensure each client’s abilities are considered during treatment.
With a trauma-informed approach, I am intentional in my approach to walk with my client in their therapy journey to adjust to their unique needs. I work with adults and couples, and I also enjoy working with first generation in better understanding and managing their relationship with family of origin as well as working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, improving boundary setting, and more. As we work together, I aim to build your toolbox of skills to reach for and increase your sense of peace. It would be an honor to join you on your journey.
In my work, I use a strength-based perspective to ensure each client’s abilities are considered during treatment.
With a trauma-informed approach, I am intentional in my approach to walk with my client in their therapy journey to adjust to their unique needs. I work with adults and couples, and I also enjoy working with first generation in better understanding and managing their relationship with family of origin as well as working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, improving boundary setting, and more. As we work together, I aim to build your toolbox of skills to reach for and increase your sense of peace. It would be an honor to join you on your journey.
My style is strength-based in that I utilize an individual’s existing strengths and supports to foster resilience.
Seeking a therapist is a positive step in your pursuit to feel better. As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand that trauma does not discriminate and may present in several different forms. Research has shown that both “big T” (a single, terrible event) and “little t” trauma (daily stressors) can block the brain’s ability to process distressing events and have a profoundly negative impact on emotional, psychological, physical and spiritual well-being. Both of these types of traumas can lead to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, phobias, relationship issues, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or more.
My style is strength-based in that I utilize an individual’s existing strengths and supports to foster resilience.
Seeking a therapist is a positive step in your pursuit to feel better. As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand that trauma does not discriminate and may present in several different forms. Research has shown that both “big T” (a single, terrible event) and “little t” trauma (daily stressors) can block the brain’s ability to process distressing events and have a profoundly negative impact on emotional, psychological, physical and spiritual well-being. Both of these types of traumas can lead to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, phobias, relationship issues, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or more.
Often we have barriers in our life that get in the way of us embracing the life we want to live. We may feel stuck or held down by life transitions and circumstances that we are uncertain on how to approach it. Together, we will work on exploring your barriers, challenges, and personal goals to find clarity. As a therapist, I provide a safe and therapeutic environment for you to heal, recover, and process your inner thoughts and feelings, develop coping skills, and build towards a meaningful life that you want to live.
Often we have barriers in our life that get in the way of us embracing the life we want to live. We may feel stuck or held down by life transitions and circumstances that we are uncertain on how to approach it. Together, we will work on exploring your barriers, challenges, and personal goals to find clarity. As a therapist, I provide a safe and therapeutic environment for you to heal, recover, and process your inner thoughts and feelings, develop coping skills, and build towards a meaningful life that you want to live.
Esther J Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Willowbrook, IL 60527 (Online Only)
Do you feel restless, sad, anxious? Do you find it difficult to let go of past hurts and regrets? Are you filled with worry and self-doubt? Do these struggles have you feeling overwhelmed, unfocused, and interfere with your current life circumstances and relationships? Are you ready and willing to take the steps toward healing and peace of mind?
Do you feel restless, sad, anxious? Do you find it difficult to let go of past hurts and regrets? Are you filled with worry and self-doubt? Do these struggles have you feeling overwhelmed, unfocused, and interfere with your current life circumstances and relationships? Are you ready and willing to take the steps toward healing and peace of mind?
AMS Wellness
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Willowbrook, IL 60527
At AMS Wellness our mission is to assist individuals and families to identify, understand, and overcome the barriers that impede their journey toward overall wellness. We strive to help individuals and families feel they are reaching their fullest potential in all areas of life. We believe in tailoring treatment to meet the unique needs of each individual to reach their personalized goals. Our staff consists of psychologists, licensed counselors and social workers, and graduate school level clinicians who specialize in a wide range of subjects to reflect the diversity of the community that we serve.
At AMS Wellness our mission is to assist individuals and families to identify, understand, and overcome the barriers that impede their journey toward overall wellness. We strive to help individuals and families feel they are reaching their fullest potential in all areas of life. We believe in tailoring treatment to meet the unique needs of each individual to reach their personalized goals. Our staff consists of psychologists, licensed counselors and social workers, and graduate school level clinicians who specialize in a wide range of subjects to reflect the diversity of the community that we serve.
Hi! I’m Abby, and I’m so glad you’re here. As a therapist, I’m passionate about helping people feel their best despite difficult past or present circumstances. I aim to build a partnership with you by creating a safe, warm, and nonjudgmental space for you to come as you are (knowing you are good just the way you are!) As a licensed clinical social worker, I have extensive experience supporting those who have experienced various types of trauma and traumatic events often leading to anxiety, depression, relationship disputes, low self-esteem, and the list goes on.
Hi! I’m Abby, and I’m so glad you’re here. As a therapist, I’m passionate about helping people feel their best despite difficult past or present circumstances. I aim to build a partnership with you by creating a safe, warm, and nonjudgmental space for you to come as you are (knowing you are good just the way you are!) As a licensed clinical social worker, I have extensive experience supporting those who have experienced various types of trauma and traumatic events often leading to anxiety, depression, relationship disputes, low self-esteem, and the list goes on.
Jeana Frazier
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP, CGP
Verified Verified
Willowbrook, IL 60527
I know that starting therapy can be daunting or overwhelming, but I am here to make that step as stress free and as comfortable as possible. Each client is unique and has their own story, and I strive to provide the best possible treatment and support that is tailored to each individual. I deeply value creating a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients to assist in healing and self-growth. Together, we can work to build strategies for overcoming challenges, facilitating change, and improving self-confidence.
I know that starting therapy can be daunting or overwhelming, but I am here to make that step as stress free and as comfortable as possible. Each client is unique and has their own story, and I strive to provide the best possible treatment and support that is tailored to each individual. I deeply value creating a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients to assist in healing and self-growth. Together, we can work to build strategies for overcoming challenges, facilitating change, and improving self-confidence.
Samantha A Fox
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAGCS
Verified Verified
Willowbrook, IL 60527
Beginning therapy can be a difficult first step. I lean into meeting my clients where they are at, and I aim for my clients to feel seen and heard. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, relational challenges and adjustment and attachment concerns, and I am trained in EMDR therapy. I seek to provide my clients with applicable strategies which can be used to improve quality of life.
Beginning therapy can be a difficult first step. I lean into meeting my clients where they are at, and I aim for my clients to feel seen and heard. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, relational challenges and adjustment and attachment concerns, and I am trained in EMDR therapy. I seek to provide my clients with applicable strategies which can be used to improve quality of life.
Are you feeling stuck in your life and repeating the same patterns? Do you feel insecure or find yourself questioning your worth? Do you feel emotionally off balance, whether that’s anxious, lonely, angry, depressed, or a combination of these? Do you just want to get to know yourself better? You want to feel self-confident, content, and fulfilled. You want to feel better, and you want to make changes.
Are you feeling stuck in your life and repeating the same patterns? Do you feel insecure or find yourself questioning your worth? Do you feel emotionally off balance, whether that’s anxious, lonely, angry, depressed, or a combination of these? Do you just want to get to know yourself better? You want to feel self-confident, content, and fulfilled. You want to feel better, and you want to make changes.
Jessica Carufel
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Willowbrook, IL 60527
Trauma can make you feel like someone has robbed you of your innocence, purpose, sense of belonging, your voice, and ability to feel safe in your own body. You might be searching for a sense of control, but feeling completely powerless. You escape into activities or relationships in order to feel anything at all and other times to make the feelings stop all together. You may have developed parts of yourself in order to survive, but what would life look like if you could shed old scripts and truly live a life that’s worth living?
Trauma can make you feel like someone has robbed you of your innocence, purpose, sense of belonging, your voice, and ability to feel safe in your own body. You might be searching for a sense of control, but feeling completely powerless. You escape into activities or relationships in order to feel anything at all and other times to make the feelings stop all together. You may have developed parts of yourself in order to survive, but what would life look like if you could shed old scripts and truly live a life that’s worth living?
Hi! I'm Elizabeth, a licensed social worker in Willowbrook and Forest Park, IL at Calm Mind Counseling Center. I see kids (7+), teens, and adults facing a variety of concerns, such as trauma, childhood abuse and/or neglect of all kinds, anxiety, difficult family dynamics, depression, disordered eating, and low self-esteem. Through our work together, I hope to help you find a greater sense of peace, increase awareness of your needs and emotions, build your confidence and sense of autonomy, and offer helpful tools to manage stress. I'd be honored to support you on our journey towards growth!
Hi! I'm Elizabeth, a licensed social worker in Willowbrook and Forest Park, IL at Calm Mind Counseling Center. I see kids (7+), teens, and adults facing a variety of concerns, such as trauma, childhood abuse and/or neglect of all kinds, anxiety, difficult family dynamics, depression, disordered eating, and low self-esteem. Through our work together, I hope to help you find a greater sense of peace, increase awareness of your needs and emotions, build your confidence and sense of autonomy, and offer helpful tools to manage stress. I'd be honored to support you on our journey towards growth!
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Tor Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Willowbrook, IL 60527 (Online Only)
Managing stress and anxiety, adjusting to change, trying to find balance, and dealing with life's everyday challenges can be overwhelming, but together we can work towards managing these issues in a healthier way. My vision is to let people know there is a place where they can be heard, while being empowered and uplifted. My work focuses on helping individuals identify their strengths and teaching them tools to help not only cope, but also heal. I use a therapeutic process that focuses on my clients' needs and goals; along with evidence-based practices to help my clients resolve issues and renew their lives.
Managing stress and anxiety, adjusting to change, trying to find balance, and dealing with life's everyday challenges can be overwhelming, but together we can work towards managing these issues in a healthier way. My vision is to let people know there is a place where they can be heard, while being empowered and uplifted. My work focuses on helping individuals identify their strengths and teaching them tools to help not only cope, but also heal. I use a therapeutic process that focuses on my clients' needs and goals; along with evidence-based practices to help my clients resolve issues and renew their lives.
We are a unique and highly trained group of therapists who bring a large range of skills and areas of expertise together to assist you in your individual and relationship challenges and growth. RelationshipStore provides compassionate, result-oriented guidance to create positive life change, heal trauma, depression & anxiety. Please take a look at our website to see the wide range of areas we provide guidance and support for. We will support and guide you on your path to a happier tomorrow.
We are a unique and highly trained group of therapists who bring a large range of skills and areas of expertise together to assist you in your individual and relationship challenges and growth. RelationshipStore provides compassionate, result-oriented guidance to create positive life change, heal trauma, depression & anxiety. Please take a look at our website to see the wide range of areas we provide guidance and support for. We will support and guide you on your path to a happier tomorrow.
Cory Grad is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois with five years of experience. He has a Bachelor of Arts in English from Loyola University and a Master of Social Work from Aurora University. Cory believes the mind can be a paradise or a prison, depending on the direction we steer it. He feels the meeting between client and therapist is a sacred time in which both parties work collaboratively to help the client heal, learn, and grow. By the time treatment concludes, the client is not “fixed” but rather, returning to the flow of life.
Cory Grad is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois with five years of experience. He has a Bachelor of Arts in English from Loyola University and a Master of Social Work from Aurora University. Cory believes the mind can be a paradise or a prison, depending on the direction we steer it. He feels the meeting between client and therapist is a sacred time in which both parties work collaboratively to help the client heal, learn, and grow. By the time treatment concludes, the client is not “fixed” but rather, returning to the flow of life.
Sarah Lesniak, LCSW, is a dedicated therapist serving clients across Illinois. She believes in fostering a collaborative and supportive relationship where both therapist and client work together toward healing and personal growth. Sarah provides individual and couples therapy, helping children, teens, and adults navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, she tailors each session to the unique needs of the individual, ensuring they feel heard and supported throughout the therapeutic process.
Sarah Lesniak, LCSW, is a dedicated therapist serving clients across Illinois. She believes in fostering a collaborative and supportive relationship where both therapist and client work together toward healing and personal growth. Sarah provides individual and couples therapy, helping children, teens, and adults navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, she tailors each session to the unique needs of the individual, ensuring they feel heard and supported throughout the therapeutic process.
Amber Loveshe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Willowbrook, IL 60527
My ideal client is looking to better understand their thoughts, feelings & behaviors and how these impact not only their current issues but may also have roots in past significant life events or relationship ruptures. I believe gradually processing positive & negative emotions is the key path towards long term healing. I also provide concrete coping skills as needed. If you are ready to dive deeper into your history to gain understanding, healing and better emotional regulation skills while working alongside an empathic, authentic, humorous clinician willing to guide you towards growth at a pace comfortable to you, I welcome you!
My ideal client is looking to better understand their thoughts, feelings & behaviors and how these impact not only their current issues but may also have roots in past significant life events or relationship ruptures. I believe gradually processing positive & negative emotions is the key path towards long term healing. I also provide concrete coping skills as needed. If you are ready to dive deeper into your history to gain understanding, healing and better emotional regulation skills while working alongside an empathic, authentic, humorous clinician willing to guide you towards growth at a pace comfortable to you, I welcome you!
Sandra Armendariz, LPC, is an empathic and compassionate therapist who offers each client guidance, support, and knowledge as they discover their inner wisdom and resilience. Sandra earned a graduate degree in clinical mental health from Adler University and a doctorate in clinical psychology from Central University of Ecuador. Fluent in both Spanish and English, Sandra worked around the world as a therapist and graduate level teacher. She helps teens and adults with depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship conflicts, domestic abuse, and more.
Sandra Armendariz, LPC, is an empathic and compassionate therapist who offers each client guidance, support, and knowledge as they discover their inner wisdom and resilience. Sandra earned a graduate degree in clinical mental health from Adler University and a doctorate in clinical psychology from Central University of Ecuador. Fluent in both Spanish and English, Sandra worked around the world as a therapist and graduate level teacher. She helps teens and adults with depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship conflicts, domestic abuse, and more.
Olivia O'Hare
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Willowbrook, IL 60527
When we begin working together, I aim to develop a strong therapeutic relationship focused on collaboration to support you reaching your goals. I use cognitive behavioral strategies such as thought reframing, challenging perceptions, establishing healthy communication and boundaries, self-awareness, and forming healthy relationships with ourselves and others. Therapy is a difficult yet rewarding process and my goal is to be there for you to listen, support, validate, and offer guidance, while offering tools for you to live happy and authentically. I look forward to working with you!
When we begin working together, I aim to develop a strong therapeutic relationship focused on collaboration to support you reaching your goals. I use cognitive behavioral strategies such as thought reframing, challenging perceptions, establishing healthy communication and boundaries, self-awareness, and forming healthy relationships with ourselves and others. Therapy is a difficult yet rewarding process and my goal is to be there for you to listen, support, validate, and offer guidance, while offering tools for you to live happy and authentically. I look forward to working with you!
Cory Dolley is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. Cory just wants to be able to help give people a fighting chance to have a healthy, happy, productive life. Perhaps you are someone in your late 20's to 60's and are not used to asking for help because you were taught early never to show vulnerability. Perhaps you are dealing with unacknowledged trauma from years ago that was never seriously addressed. All you know is that you are in pain, and that pain is affecting all your other relationships, making it harder to reach out to others, hard to trust anyone.
Cory Dolley is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. Cory just wants to be able to help give people a fighting chance to have a healthy, happy, productive life. Perhaps you are someone in your late 20's to 60's and are not used to asking for help because you were taught early never to show vulnerability. Perhaps you are dealing with unacknowledged trauma from years ago that was never seriously addressed. All you know is that you are in pain, and that pain is affecting all your other relationships, making it harder to reach out to others, hard to trust anyone.
Are you ready to take action and bring about positive change in your life and relationships? Are you looking for a deeper understanding of both who you are and how that shapes your interactions with the world? I feel passionately about guiding individuals and couples as you develop the skills needed for positive and impactful change both individually and within your relationships. I will help you to gain a better understanding of your own story and how it shapes your interactions with the world.
Are you ready to take action and bring about positive change in your life and relationships? Are you looking for a deeper understanding of both who you are and how that shapes your interactions with the world? I feel passionately about guiding individuals and couples as you develop the skills needed for positive and impactful change both individually and within your relationships. I will help you to gain a better understanding of your own story and how it shapes your interactions with the world.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.