Anger Management Therapists in Woodridge, IL

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Tamara Denton
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, CADC, CAMS, SAP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Woodridge, IL 60517
I am Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, as well as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist and Qualified Substance Abuse Professional.
I am Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, as well as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist and Qualified Substance Abuse Professional.
(708) 375-1624 View (708) 375-1624
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Dawn Vance
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517
Dawn Vance is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience. She has extensive experience helping clients, couples, and families with a variety of different life challenges and mental health difficulties. Dawn specializes in treating depression, anxiety, feelings of overwhelm, guilt, grief, ADHD, and anger-related issues. She knows that life is full of challenges and struggles which can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or angry. It takes courage to look at the areas of your life that you are dissatisfied with and share your thoughts and feelings.
Dawn Vance is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience. She has extensive experience helping clients, couples, and families with a variety of different life challenges and mental health difficulties. Dawn specializes in treating depression, anxiety, feelings of overwhelm, guilt, grief, ADHD, and anger-related issues. She knows that life is full of challenges and struggles which can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or angry. It takes courage to look at the areas of your life that you are dissatisfied with and share your thoughts and feelings.
(630) 757-8534 View (630) 757-8534
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Cory Dolley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517
Cory has worked with a wide variety of clients and helped people process grief, loss, anxiety, and anger.
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 has worked with a wide variety of clients and helped people process grief, loss, anxiety, and anger.
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.
(630) 934-1105 View (630) 934-1105
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Linda Anaya
Counselor, MA, MHC, AMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517
In addition to being a Couples and Family Therapist I am a Certified Pre-marital therapist My experience includes: * Helping engaged couples resolve conflict, * Providing parenting coaching * Providing therapy for children, teenagers, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence, bereavement, anger issues, and personality disorders.
Aloha, I am a Couples and Family Therapist. My approach emphasizes the importance of working with a couple and family as a system that influence one another. To restructure healthy relationships, I use therapies that promote positive interactions between individuals. My methods include trans-generational, structural family therapy, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and Gottman Therapy. I use exercises such as enactments to help clients set new appropriate boundaries, build love maps to improve interactions and establish loving communication.
In addition to being a Couples and Family Therapist I am a Certified Pre-marital therapist My experience includes: * Helping engaged couples resolve conflict, * Providing parenting coaching * Providing therapy for children, teenagers, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence, bereavement, anger issues, and personality disorders.
Aloha, I am a Couples and Family Therapist. My approach emphasizes the importance of working with a couple and family as a system that influence one another. To restructure healthy relationships, I use therapies that promote positive interactions between individuals. My methods include trans-generational, structural family therapy, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and Gottman Therapy. I use exercises such as enactments to help clients set new appropriate boundaries, build love maps to improve interactions and establish loving communication.
(630) 478-8548 View (630) 478-8548
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Dr. Bianca J. Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LPHA
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517  (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Dr. Bianca Clark, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have a doctorate degree in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior, I have a bachelor's and master's degree in social work. My bachelor's degree is from Loyola University Chicago and my master's degree is from Chicago State University. My background includes mental health, juvenile delinquency, and child welfare. I have worked in behavioral health, outpatient mental health, psychiatric services, crisis, and juvenile justice centers.
Hi! My name is Dr. Bianca Clark, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have a doctorate degree in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior, I have a bachelor's and master's degree in social work. My bachelor's degree is from Loyola University Chicago and my master's degree is from Chicago State University. My background includes mental health, juvenile delinquency, and child welfare. I have worked in behavioral health, outpatient mental health, psychiatric services, crisis, and juvenile justice centers.
(630) 426-7886 View (630) 426-7886
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Carlos Robles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517
Carlos Robles is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He earned a bachelor’s degree in anthropology from North Central College and a master’s degree in direct practice social work from The University of Chicago. Carlos has a great passion for serving people who have experienced and survived trauma, struggled with life’s hardships, and challenging events. He has worked in many social service and medical settings as a social worker and counselor. Carlos has worked in some of the busiest hospitals in Chicago providing crisis intervention, care coordination, and counseling.
Carlos Robles is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He earned a bachelor’s degree in anthropology from North Central College and a master’s degree in direct practice social work from The University of Chicago. Carlos has a great passion for serving people who have experienced and survived trauma, struggled with life’s hardships, and challenging events. He has worked in many social service and medical settings as a social worker and counselor. Carlos has worked in some of the busiest hospitals in Chicago providing crisis intervention, care coordination, and counseling.
(331) 256-1949 View (331) 256-1949
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Courtney Vilimek
Counselor, LCPC, BCBA
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517  (Online Only)
I work with a wide variety of young children, adolescents, and families who are in need of support due to behavioral concerns, social skills deficits, anxiety symptomology, attention deficits, autism spectrum disorder, adjustment to divorce, and parent training. I practices from a collaborative approach, emphasizing the importance of building strong relationships with both the child and family to generalize skills outside of the therapeutic environment. Further, I work diligently with schools, physicians and other members of the child’s community to provide consistency of support to the child and family.
I work with a wide variety of young children, adolescents, and families who are in need of support due to behavioral concerns, social skills deficits, anxiety symptomology, attention deficits, autism spectrum disorder, adjustment to divorce, and parent training. I practices from a collaborative approach, emphasizing the importance of building strong relationships with both the child and family to generalize skills outside of the therapeutic environment. Further, I work diligently with schools, physicians and other members of the child’s community to provide consistency of support to the child and family.
(630) 491-1269 View (630) 491-1269
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Beal Consulting and Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, PsyD, LCPC, LSW, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodridge, IL 60517  (Online Only)
Beal Consulting and Counseling, PLLC believes in empowering individuals to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and clarity. We were founded on the principle that every person has the capacity for growth and healing, and we are here to support you on your journey. We offer a compassionate and confidential space for individuals, couples, and families to explore their thoughts, emotions, and relationships.
Beal Consulting and Counseling, PLLC believes in empowering individuals to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and clarity. We were founded on the principle that every person has the capacity for growth and healing, and we are here to support you on your journey. We offer a compassionate and confidential space for individuals, couples, and families to explore their thoughts, emotions, and relationships.
(331) 267-4208 View (331) 267-4208
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Shobana Shanmugavelayutham
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517  (Online Only)
I am licensed in Illinois with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, and coping with grief and loss. I work towards creating a safe space that is nonjudgemental, so that you can actually explore what you are thinking and feeling. We can work together on achieving the goals you have for yourself. Mental health obstacles can be difficult, with the safe supportive therapeautic space provided in our sessions, we can work together towards achieving your goals. Feel free to Please reach out to schedule an appointment.
I am licensed in Illinois with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, and coping with grief and loss. I work towards creating a safe space that is nonjudgemental, so that you can actually explore what you are thinking and feeling. We can work together on achieving the goals you have for yourself. Mental health obstacles can be difficult, with the safe supportive therapeautic space provided in our sessions, we can work together towards achieving your goals. Feel free to Please reach out to schedule an appointment.
(630) 592-2806 View (630) 592-2806
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Marissa Krager
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517
My name is Marissa Krager, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed School Social Worker (PEL) in the state of Illinois. I like to look at my clients as a whole, (environment, support, interests, strengths, weaknesses) not just individually. I go by my client’s pace, assessing how you are working in counseling and understanding what you're able to process/handle in those moments, never adding pressure. Specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and general counseling.
My name is Marissa Krager, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed School Social Worker (PEL) in the state of Illinois. I like to look at my clients as a whole, (environment, support, interests, strengths, weaknesses) not just individually. I go by my client’s pace, assessing how you are working in counseling and understanding what you're able to process/handle in those moments, never adding pressure. Specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and general counseling.
(872) 253-6824 View (872) 253-6824
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Ximena Bravo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517  (Online Only)
Hello! I am the founder and owner of Compassionate Holistic Counseling, LLC. I am passionate about treating the whole person with respect and honor. This means being empathetic, compassionate, encouraging, validating and accepting of each individual I come in contact with. One of my biggest joys is working with children 7+ and adolescents. I treat anxiety, depression, trauma (physical/sexual, emotional and/or medical), behavioral issues, grief, stress, the effects of divorce/separation, and school related issues. I help build coping strategies, self esteem, social competence and resilience.
Hello! I am the founder and owner of Compassionate Holistic Counseling, LLC. I am passionate about treating the whole person with respect and honor. This means being empathetic, compassionate, encouraging, validating and accepting of each individual I come in contact with. One of my biggest joys is working with children 7+ and adolescents. I treat anxiety, depression, trauma (physical/sexual, emotional and/or medical), behavioral issues, grief, stress, the effects of divorce/separation, and school related issues. I help build coping strategies, self esteem, social competence and resilience.
(331) 215-6994 View (331) 215-6994
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Woodridge
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517
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.
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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Marc L. Solodky
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodridge, IL 60517
Marc specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, & adults on a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, stress management, LGBTQI, & education related inquiries. His approach is solution-focused & viewed through a cognitive-behavioral lens, with the goal of creating a partnership based on rapport & connection to best develop strategies that meet each individual's unique needs. Marc currently provides individual therapy, parental consultation, & educational advocacy via telehealth and in-person sessions. He is passionate about helping individuals meet their own goals!
Marc specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, & adults on a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, stress management, LGBTQI, & education related inquiries. His approach is solution-focused & viewed through a cognitive-behavioral lens, with the goal of creating a partnership based on rapport & connection to best develop strategies that meet each individual's unique needs. Marc currently provides individual therapy, parental consultation, & educational advocacy via telehealth and in-person sessions. He is passionate about helping individuals meet their own goals!
(630) 446-2972 View (630) 446-2972
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Lori A Andrews
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodridge, IL 60517
Today you can be one step closer to realizing your greatest potential, achieving emotional and physical well-being and creating a life worth celebrating! Together we will develop a path toward healing and growth so you can achieve your personal goals, resolve the challenges that limit you and allow you to maintain strong and satisfying interpersonal relationships. While we cannot change difficult experiences from the past, we can work together to understand and overcome any negative impact they may be currently having in your life which may include anxiety and panic, depression, low self-esteem, underachievement, weight problems, relationship issues and more.
Today you can be one step closer to realizing your greatest potential, achieving emotional and physical well-being and creating a life worth celebrating! Together we will develop a path toward healing and growth so you can achieve your personal goals, resolve the challenges that limit you and allow you to maintain strong and satisfying interpersonal relationships. While we cannot change difficult experiences from the past, we can work together to understand and overcome any negative impact they may be currently having in your life which may include anxiety and panic, depression, low self-esteem, underachievement, weight problems, relationship issues and more.
(630) 708-7925 View (630) 708-7925
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Revisions Counseling Service
Counselor, MS, LCPC, CADC, CPAIP, GRS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Woodridge, IL 60517
I believe you have have an inner strength that often goes unrecognized. Awareness of that inner strength will allow you to overcome the barriers that have prevented you from moving forward and improving your current situation. As your therapist I will assist you to take control of your therapy and explore the stressors and concerns in your life. I have experience working in adolescent outpatient settings, group homes and therapeutic foster care. I spent the last several years working with adult clients in outpatient settings who are in need of addictions counseling, domestic violence, depression, mood disorders, grief and loss, and crisis intervention.
I believe you have have an inner strength that often goes unrecognized. Awareness of that inner strength will allow you to overcome the barriers that have prevented you from moving forward and improving your current situation. As your therapist I will assist you to take control of your therapy and explore the stressors and concerns in your life. I have experience working in adolescent outpatient settings, group homes and therapeutic foster care. I spent the last several years working with adult clients in outpatient settings who are in need of addictions counseling, domestic violence, depression, mood disorders, grief and loss, and crisis intervention.
(630) 413-4801 View (630) 413-4801
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Kathleen Hickey
Psychologist, RN, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodridge, IL 60517
I believe we have the potential to create a fulfilling life on every level. By engaging in the process of therapy, I have found that people are able to discover the courage and desire to change so they can seek a better, more complete way of being themselves, alone and in relationships. I approach each client as a unique individual and work to create a respectful and safe atmosphere where clients feel heard and their feelings validated. Through my active, caring and collaborative approach to psychotherapy, I hope to empower others to make positive changes in their lives and relationships.
I believe we have the potential to create a fulfilling life on every level. By engaging in the process of therapy, I have found that people are able to discover the courage and desire to change so they can seek a better, more complete way of being themselves, alone and in relationships. I approach each client as a unique individual and work to create a respectful and safe atmosphere where clients feel heard and their feelings validated. Through my active, caring and collaborative approach to psychotherapy, I hope to empower others to make positive changes in their lives and relationships.
(630) 672-0924 View (630) 672-0924
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Carrie Vodnik
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517
I work with adults (ages 18 and up) in a private practice setting. I see clients in person and via telehealth. I have worked in private practice for over a decade and work with a variety of populations. My specialties include, but are not limited to: Eating Disorders: Compulsive Overeating/Binge Eating, Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa, Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorders, Relationship/ Marital issues, Stress Management/Wellness, Grief & Loss, Mood Disorders and Trauma.
I work with adults (ages 18 and up) in a private practice setting. I see clients in person and via telehealth. I have worked in private practice for over a decade and work with a variety of populations. My specialties include, but are not limited to: Eating Disorders: Compulsive Overeating/Binge Eating, Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa, Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorders, Relationship/ Marital issues, Stress Management/Wellness, Grief & Loss, Mood Disorders and Trauma.
(815) 769-5170 View (815) 769-5170
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Infinite Within Counseling & Divorce Mediation
Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodridge, IL 60517
I feel that the most important component of every successful therapy outcome is the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client. Trust, safety, empathy, and authenticity should be experienced within the relationship. These relationship qualities create an environment conducive to working on life’s issues and feeling comfortable throughout the process of change. I take a collaborative approach to therapy to meet the goals presented by my clients. My style is interactive and my treatment orientation is tailored to each individual client to meet their individual needs and to fit with their unique personalities.
I feel that the most important component of every successful therapy outcome is the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client. Trust, safety, empathy, and authenticity should be experienced within the relationship. These relationship qualities create an environment conducive to working on life’s issues and feeling comfortable throughout the process of change. I take a collaborative approach to therapy to meet the goals presented by my clients. My style is interactive and my treatment orientation is tailored to each individual client to meet their individual needs and to fit with their unique personalities.
(630) 669-6033 View (630) 669-6033
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Meg Childress
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodridge, IL 60517
I help people of all ages who are dealing with stress, a significant loss, obstacles to achieving important goals, a mental health concern or difficulties in their relationships with others. Do you find yourself feeling anxious, frustrated, sad, or overwhelmed much of the time? We can work together to help you with that. Therapy provides a safe, designated space to work on feeling better, more satisfied, and "less stuck." I offer a caring and non-judgmental approach which appreciates that each person is unique, as is their life path and goals for treatment.
I help people of all ages who are dealing with stress, a significant loss, obstacles to achieving important goals, a mental health concern or difficulties in their relationships with others. Do you find yourself feeling anxious, frustrated, sad, or overwhelmed much of the time? We can work together to help you with that. Therapy provides a safe, designated space to work on feeling better, more satisfied, and "less stuck." I offer a caring and non-judgmental approach which appreciates that each person is unique, as is their life path and goals for treatment.
(630) 518-4014 View (630) 518-4014
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Dr. Eleni Malamis
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Woodridge, IL 60517
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who offers professional yet warm and caring help to those struggling with life's challenges. I have devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression and anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, low self-esteem, communication and relationship concerns.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who offers professional yet warm and caring help to those struggling with life's challenges. I have devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression and anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, low self-esteem, communication and relationship concerns.
(630) 506-3906 View (630) 506-3906
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Anger Management Therapists

How long does therapy take for anger management?

Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.

How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?

Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.

Is there medication for anger management?

Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.