Sexual Abuse Therapists in Illinois
If your child is struggling with anxiety, behavioral challenges, addiction, abuse, anger, sexual abuse, trauma, divorce, or big life changes, give me a call today.
Many parents feel helpless when their kids are acting out of control or regressing in their development. And, an increasing number of kids are struggling with their mental health and parents feel frustrated because they don’t always know how to help. But it doesn't have to stay that way. I provide transformative child counseling so kids can find relief from mental struggles and I work to equip parents with tools to make meaningful connections with the kiddos for a lifetime.
If your child is struggling with anxiety, behavioral challenges, addiction, abuse, anger, sexual abuse, trauma, divorce, or big life changes, give me a call today.
Many parents feel helpless when their kids are acting out of control or regressing in their development. And, an increasing number of kids are struggling with their mental health and parents feel frustrated because they don’t always know how to help. But it doesn't have to stay that way. I provide transformative child counseling so kids can find relief from mental struggles and I work to equip parents with tools to make meaningful connections with the kiddos for a lifetime.
Melissa provides support to those who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, relationship issues, life transitions, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Melissa Murillo is a bilingual Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Illinois. Melissa attended the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, receiving her Bachelors of Social Work (BSW) and Masters of Social Worker (MSW) with a specialization in clinical mental health. Additionally, Melissa is a Certified Domestic Violence Professional(CDVP) and a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP).
Melissa provides support to those who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, relationship issues, life transitions, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Melissa Murillo is a bilingual Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Illinois. Melissa attended the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, receiving her Bachelors of Social Work (BSW) and Masters of Social Worker (MSW) with a specialization in clinical mental health. Additionally, Melissa is a Certified Domestic Violence Professional(CDVP) and a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP).
While my practice has included a wide variety of clients, I am most comfortable working with emerging adults transitioning through college and into adulthood, adult survivors of child sexual abuse and members within the LGBTQ community.
My ideal style of therapy is suited to clients who believe that the relationship between therapist and client is paramount to the ability to change. I believe that change happens at the crossroads of challenge and non-judgement and this is the primary focus of my treatment- creating a safe environment in which clients believe they can present their issues and have them challenged in a supportive and non-judgemental way. I firmly believe that all clients have the ability to heal and grow regardless of personal, historical, professional and relational challenges.
While my practice has included a wide variety of clients, I am most comfortable working with emerging adults transitioning through college and into adulthood, adult survivors of child sexual abuse and members within the LGBTQ community.
My ideal style of therapy is suited to clients who believe that the relationship between therapist and client is paramount to the ability to change. I believe that change happens at the crossroads of challenge and non-judgement and this is the primary focus of my treatment- creating a safe environment in which clients believe they can present their issues and have them challenged in a supportive and non-judgemental way. I firmly believe that all clients have the ability to heal and grow regardless of personal, historical, professional and relational challenges.
Lakeisha Banks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, EMDR, BSP
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60301
As a therapist who lives with ADHD, I understand and feel the challenges of life from the point of view of a neurodivergent individual. There are so many difficulties we face every day, and we are not born knowing how to use coping skills and tools to manage them. As a result, the path you’ve been on may be scary, but I want you to know that you are not alone! This is where I come in. I am a trauma-informed therapist that specializes in working with adolescents and adults who experience ADHD, trauma, PTSD, LGBTQIA+, domestic violence, and sexual assault, or are in need of crisis intervention.
As a therapist who lives with ADHD, I understand and feel the challenges of life from the point of view of a neurodivergent individual. There are so many difficulties we face every day, and we are not born knowing how to use coping skills and tools to manage them. As a result, the path you’ve been on may be scary, but I want you to know that you are not alone! This is where I come in. I am a trauma-informed therapist that specializes in working with adolescents and adults who experience ADHD, trauma, PTSD, LGBTQIA+, domestic violence, and sexual assault, or are in need of crisis intervention.
Marylu A. Halperin
Counselor, MA, MPH, RN, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vernon Hills, IL 60061 (Online Only)
I treat a broad array of conditions, including depression, anxiety, anger management, parent/sibling/partner loss, relationship issues, emotional & sexual abuse, and stage of life transitions.
Choosing a therapist you feel you can work well with is critical to successful treatment. I offer a safe, collaborative, empathic & trusting relational space in which you can explore your issues and concerns without fear of judgment. We will work together to help you develop greater self-understanding, foster close, connected relationships, uncover thought & behavioral patterns that interfere with happiness, master coping skills and achieve the emotional vitality necessary to a healthy, productive and satisfying life. In addition to excellent training, I also bring life experience, wisdom, curiosity and compassion into treatment.
I treat a broad array of conditions, including depression, anxiety, anger management, parent/sibling/partner loss, relationship issues, emotional & sexual abuse, and stage of life transitions.
Choosing a therapist you feel you can work well with is critical to successful treatment. I offer a safe, collaborative, empathic & trusting relational space in which you can explore your issues and concerns without fear of judgment. We will work together to help you develop greater self-understanding, foster close, connected relationships, uncover thought & behavioral patterns that interfere with happiness, master coping skills and achieve the emotional vitality necessary to a healthy, productive and satisfying life. In addition to excellent training, I also bring life experience, wisdom, curiosity and compassion into treatment.
Alexis Lopez-Palomar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60607 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with trauma survivors who want to increase their self-compassion, understand themselves more fully, build healthier boundaries with those around them and increase their sense of safety. I thoroughly enjoy working with the following populations: BIPOC, 1st & 2nd Generation Immigrants, Sex workers, Survivors of Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse Survivors, LGBTQIA+., Adult Children of Abusive Parents.
I specialize in working with trauma survivors who want to increase their self-compassion, understand themselves more fully, build healthier boundaries with those around them and increase their sense of safety. I thoroughly enjoy working with the following populations: BIPOC, 1st & 2nd Generation Immigrants, Sex workers, Survivors of Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse Survivors, LGBTQIA+., Adult Children of Abusive Parents.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, as well as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I use a strengths based approach and have worked with clients of all ages. My specialties include behavioral disorders, substance use, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I have also worked with clients that have experienced trauma ranging from physical and sexual abuse, assault, and experiencing and witnessing violence and negligence. I do not believe there is a one size fits all approach to therapy and believe that every client is the expert on themselves.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, as well as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I use a strengths based approach and have worked with clients of all ages. My specialties include behavioral disorders, substance use, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I have also worked with clients that have experienced trauma ranging from physical and sexual abuse, assault, and experiencing and witnessing violence and negligence. I do not believe there is a one size fits all approach to therapy and believe that every client is the expert on themselves.
Nathan Chase
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC-IL, LPCMHSP, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wheaton, IL 60187
Specializes in cross-cultural adjustment issues, trauma/PTSD, physical & sexual abuse, healing from racial discrimination, chemical dependency and sexual addictions, young adults, first responders, helping professions, compassion fatigue, at-risk youth, attachment disorders, depression/bi-polar, grief & loss, life transitions, and spiritual development.
Nathan has a pursued a career of inviting others into safety, healing, and growth through counseling, chaplaincy, and mentoring. He is licensed in both Illinois (Telehealth) and Tennessee (in-person and telehealth). Experienced in working with multiple varieties of trauma, addiction, grief, and life transitions.
Specializes in cross-cultural adjustment issues, trauma/PTSD, physical & sexual abuse, healing from racial discrimination, chemical dependency and sexual addictions, young adults, first responders, helping professions, compassion fatigue, at-risk youth, attachment disorders, depression/bi-polar, grief & loss, life transitions, and spiritual development.
Nathan has a pursued a career of inviting others into safety, healing, and growth through counseling, chaplaincy, and mentoring. He is licensed in both Illinois (Telehealth) and Tennessee (in-person and telehealth). Experienced in working with multiple varieties of trauma, addiction, grief, and life transitions.
Jennifer E Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60610
Waitlist for new clients
Let's work together to help you feel better. I have been providing therapy to adults from diverse backgrounds (with an emphasis on college- and grad-school-age adults) for 14 years and recently relocated to Northampton. I have an MA in clinical social work from the University of Chicago, with advanced training in CBT, DBT, ACT and trauma treatment. I specialize in self esteem and self confidence, anxiety, depression, relationship to self and others, and healing from various types of trauma such as physical, verbal, and sexual abuse.
Let's work together to help you feel better. I have been providing therapy to adults from diverse backgrounds (with an emphasis on college- and grad-school-age adults) for 14 years and recently relocated to Northampton. I have an MA in clinical social work from the University of Chicago, with advanced training in CBT, DBT, ACT and trauma treatment. I specialize in self esteem and self confidence, anxiety, depression, relationship to self and others, and healing from various types of trauma such as physical, verbal, and sexual abuse.
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.
I have experience providing support for adults experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, disability, stress, surviving sexual assault, divorce, burnout, and end of life.
Hello and welcome! I’m really glad you’re here. It can be a big step to reach out for help. So let me be the first to congratulate you on prioritizing your wellness! Life comes with experiences that provide opportunities to grow and find direction or purpose. The growing and finding direction part might be overwhelming occasionally, and that’s okay. I will support you in your journey towards discovering and creating the life you envision for yourself. Every one of us has a unique story, and sometimes we just need help to make sense of some of the chapters or write new ones. Trust me, I get it...I've been there a time or two!
I have experience providing support for adults experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, disability, stress, surviving sexual assault, divorce, burnout, and end of life.
Hello and welcome! I’m really glad you’re here. It can be a big step to reach out for help. So let me be the first to congratulate you on prioritizing your wellness! Life comes with experiences that provide opportunities to grow and find direction or purpose. The growing and finding direction part might be overwhelming occasionally, and that’s okay. I will support you in your journey towards discovering and creating the life you envision for yourself. Every one of us has a unique story, and sometimes we just need help to make sense of some of the chapters or write new ones. Trust me, I get it...I've been there a time or two!
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I bring 25 plus years of professional experience to all my clients. I take seriously their issues, problems and struggles. I listen with a caring heart and respect my clients and their views. I offer hope to those who struggle with pain and am honored to walk with them in part of their life journey. My counseling approach is supportive, thoughtful, and gently challenging. My specialties include working with those who are struggling with anxiety, the darkness of depression, addiction, and those fighting compulsive sexual behaviors. I also assist couples with communication and decision making.
I bring 25 plus years of professional experience to all my clients. I take seriously their issues, problems and struggles. I listen with a caring heart and respect my clients and their views. I offer hope to those who struggle with pain and am honored to walk with them in part of their life journey. My counseling approach is supportive, thoughtful, and gently challenging. My specialties include working with those who are struggling with anxiety, the darkness of depression, addiction, and those fighting compulsive sexual behaviors. I also assist couples with communication and decision making.
Comprehensive Treatment, Convenient Hours, and Responsive Care: As one of patients, you will receive an individually tailored treatment plan informed by both my understanding of your symptoms and your essential input. I offer a safe and confidential environment along with flexible office hours to cater to your ongoing treatment needs.
Comprehensive Treatment, Convenient Hours, and Responsive Care: As one of patients, you will receive an individually tailored treatment plan informed by both my understanding of your symptoms and your essential input. I offer a safe and confidential environment along with flexible office hours to cater to your ongoing treatment needs.
Lisa A Stanton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647
My Practice is Currently Full! I am a psychotherapist who has worked with adults and couples since 2001. I specialize in traumatic stress disorders assisting my clients with coping strategies to manage their distress and anxiety. I believe in creating a collaborative relationship, one that will foster healing in a safe environment.
My Practice is Currently Full! I am a psychotherapist who has worked with adults and couples since 2001. I specialize in traumatic stress disorders assisting my clients with coping strategies to manage their distress and anxiety. I believe in creating a collaborative relationship, one that will foster healing in a safe environment.
Our human experience can innately be encountered by adversity. I believe our therapeutic relationship and your internal wisdom can turn those experiences into opportunities for growth and transformation. You deserve to reconnect with your essence and your infinite power to create the life you want and the one that already belongs to you through the power of healing.
Our human experience can innately be encountered by adversity. I believe our therapeutic relationship and your internal wisdom can turn those experiences into opportunities for growth and transformation. You deserve to reconnect with your essence and your infinite power to create the life you want and the one that already belongs to you through the power of healing.
Hello, and welcome to my profile! If you are reading this, there is a good chance that you are searching for relief from a current issue or situation in your life that is causing you stress. Or maybe you are simply looking to explore where you are at, and where you are going. I am a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience in helping individuals in all walks of life and in a variety of mental health settings which include outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, inpatient substance abuse rehabilitation centers, and the Illinois Department of Corrections.
Hello, and welcome to my profile! If you are reading this, there is a good chance that you are searching for relief from a current issue or situation in your life that is causing you stress. Or maybe you are simply looking to explore where you are at, and where you are going. I am a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience in helping individuals in all walks of life and in a variety of mental health settings which include outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, inpatient substance abuse rehabilitation centers, and the Illinois Department of Corrections.
Carissa Coyne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Joliet, IL 60435
Hi there! My name is Carissa and I am a Licensed therapist serving Will, Grundy and surrounding counties. I have been working in private practice for the past 6 years and specialize in working with adolescents/young adults who struggle with emotional regulating, anxiety, depression, grief, divorce etc. My door is always open to anyone who is willing to share their story with me. Together, we will create and maintain goals to strive for a lifestyle thats fulfills your needs.
Hi there! My name is Carissa and I am a Licensed therapist serving Will, Grundy and surrounding counties. I have been working in private practice for the past 6 years and specialize in working with adolescents/young adults who struggle with emotional regulating, anxiety, depression, grief, divorce etc. My door is always open to anyone who is willing to share their story with me. Together, we will create and maintain goals to strive for a lifestyle thats fulfills your needs.
I welcome clients who see themselves aligned with values in my profile, especially those who seeking a better therapy experience grounded in emotional connection, social justice, and authenticity. Therapy has the potential to be incredibly healing, but also comes from a history of harm, having othered people on the basis of age, race, gender, sexuality, spirituality, and disability. I offer a trauma-responsive relationship through which we can explore narrative healing of your authentic self, commitments to anti-oppressive and anti-racist living, anti-adultist parenting support, and supportive community and relationship building.
I welcome clients who see themselves aligned with values in my profile, especially those who seeking a better therapy experience grounded in emotional connection, social justice, and authenticity. Therapy has the potential to be incredibly healing, but also comes from a history of harm, having othered people on the basis of age, race, gender, sexuality, spirituality, and disability. I offer a trauma-responsive relationship through which we can explore narrative healing of your authentic self, commitments to anti-oppressive and anti-racist living, anti-adultist parenting support, and supportive community and relationship building.
Marshelle Hood
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60564
We all have experiences in our lives and everyone handles them differently. You may be grieving the loss of a loved one, trying to heal from past trauma, experiencing family/relational conflict, working to forgive self/others or attempting to manage emotions during stressful situations. These seasons of your life can be overwhelming and tremendously impact your well being . I offer a safe atmosphere of support and compassion as we work together on your journey of hope and healing. Call or email me to get started!
We all have experiences in our lives and everyone handles them differently. You may be grieving the loss of a loved one, trying to heal from past trauma, experiencing family/relational conflict, working to forgive self/others or attempting to manage emotions during stressful situations. These seasons of your life can be overwhelming and tremendously impact your well being . I offer a safe atmosphere of support and compassion as we work together on your journey of hope and healing. Call or email me to get started!
We all experience events, moments, and feelings that are too much to bear alone, and we all should have a safe, judgement-free space where we can regain focus and strength. One should have the means to vent about daily struggles, regain confidence through skill building, strengthen relationships through positive communication, process painful events, or regain a sense of direction in life. I seek to provide a space where any or all of the above could be accomplished at your own pace. I strive to ensure that your effort is respected and valued by being honest, empathetic, and straightforward.
We all experience events, moments, and feelings that are too much to bear alone, and we all should have a safe, judgement-free space where we can regain focus and strength. One should have the means to vent about daily struggles, regain confidence through skill building, strengthen relationships through positive communication, process painful events, or regain a sense of direction in life. I seek to provide a space where any or all of the above could be accomplished at your own pace. I strive to ensure that your effort is respected and valued by being honest, empathetic, and straightforward.
