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Dr. Kristen Brendel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, PEL, C-IAYT, CYT (she, her)
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3 Endorsed
3380 Lacrosse Lane, Naperville, IL 60564
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I am a licensed clinical therapist with over 25 years of experience helping clients achieve their goals through a collaborative and evidence-based approach. My practice welcomes individuals seeking support with stress, anxiety, trauma, pain management, and a variety of life challenges. I also regularly work with other therapists, educators, and healthcare professionals. I specialize in treating stress-related issues, women's health concerns across different stages of life, chronic medical conditions, and anxiety disorders. My expertise encompasses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and EMDR therapy.
As a therapist, I create a safe and supportive space that honors your unique experiences and fosters an interactive dialogue. My treatment style is direct, trauma-sensitive, and focuses on empowering you throughout the process. Beyond my clinical practice, I am a tenured professor of social work, a published researcher, and a sought-after speaker.
My extensive knowledge base allows me to integrate the latest research findings into your personalized treatment plan. Starting therapy can be a courageous step. If you're ready to invest in your well-being, contact me today. Please check your spam folder; I respond to emails within 24 hours.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Pay by Cash, Check, Paypal, Venmo
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
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Dr. Kristen Brendel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, PEL, C-IAYT, CYT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149009642 Kristen Brendel
- In Practice for 26 Years
- Membership with EMDR Institute- EMDR Trained
- Certificate from International Association of Yoga Therapists C-IAYT / 2017
- Attended Loyola University Chicago, PhD, Graduated 2011
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Chronic Illness
Expertise
- ADHD
- Cancer
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- EMDR trained
- Grief
- Infertility
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress management
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychoeducation
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
- Yoga therapy
Groups
Location
Naperville, IL 60564
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Location
Additional Location
Oswego, IL 60543
(630) 333-4204Nearby Areas
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Dr. Kristen Brendel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, PEL, C-IAYT, CYT