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I am a mental health/psychotherapist licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin with over 20 years of experience in the human service field- all of my adult life. With over 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist/counselor and life coach, I have worked with adolescents, Adults and geriatric populations, clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
I am a seasoned therapist whom you can turn to for change, emotional support, personal empowerment and self-growth. I assist adolescents and adults, people going through changes in relationships, marital and divorce, adult and child relationships, employer or employee relationships. Also, I help people in the area of mind, body, and spirit with empathy and compassion. My history is working with ADHD, Mood Disorders, including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, and bipolar disorder. I work with trauma, abuse emotional and physical, infidelity, divorce, marriage, conflict resolution, and any developmental changes over the lifespan, new medical diagnosis, new child, marriage, and adjustment issues.
If you are looking for someone who is helpful, non-judgmental, and human then please choose me. I will be there for you, and we will work together. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, rogerian, adlerian, psychodynamic and rational-emotive behavioral therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Fertility Issues, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Anita Thomas-Bua. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Anita is so caring and sweet. You can tell she genuinely cares about you as a person and is wonderful with the help and guidance she gives. Amazing person and so thankful to call her my therapist!
Written on Sep 08, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Anita is thoughtful and inspiring. I always leave our session feeling lighter and confident in myself. I know she's in my corner!
Written on Aug 03, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Anita and I seemed to have a lot in common from the very beginning. I believe it helps to share similar experiences and age group. She has a firm grasp on the feeling and loss that comes from loosing all connection and communication with a child do to circumstances beyond your control. The only way to cope and move forward is to know that the situation is solely in God’s hands. His plan will be made know in His time. It is wonderful to be able to discuss your feelings of guilt and pain with no judgement. Thank you Anita for sharing your story and faith with me. She allows the developments to be freely discussed and we both know that “It hurts, but it’s not horrible.”
Written on Jun 05, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 4 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
Anita is a very nice person and really cares about her clients. She has helped me immensely through my issues with her methods
Written on May 15, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
Anita is an amazing listener and gives very helpful advice for day-to-day progress in my mental health journey.
Written on Mar 22, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 1 month
Anita is the absolute sweetest! She supported me on my journey of getting medicated for my anxiety, and helped me understand how to manage my intrusive thoughts and anxious behaviours on a day to day basis. I’ve seen growth in myself and my relationships thanks to her, and I’m finally at a point where I can take a break from therapy with the tools she’s given me to thrive. Thank you Anita ❤️
Written on Mar 06, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Anita is nice and caring. She is easy to talk to and tries to connect with you, so you feel more comfortable sharing things with her. I enjoyed my sessions with her.
Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
You'd have to know me to understand how significant me opening up is. This woman has been kind, gentle, reassuring, patient while I unloaded random trauma that's all not connected but interconnected, given me advice on how to approach things, working with me on how to even develop the skills I'm lacking to be emotional healthy and strong. Honestly I could go on and on without really making a difference because you'd have to understand me to understand how important this is. All I can say that will stand out is after 31 years of silence in the face of doctors , she got me to open up and connect. She is there when she feels I need her even past the initial scheduled visits. This woman does work and if you are serious about bettering yourself, she is who I personally recommend.
Written on Feb 17, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life
Anita has helped me see where I need to focus my energy, how to move forward with acknowledging the past and creating a positive future. She is relatable and attentive, and extremely dedicated to your progress.
Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Empathy, kindness, authenticity, respect and simplicity. Everything to help me face my suffering and make little steps for healing. Thank you so much Anita.
Written on Jan 26, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 2 weeks on issues concerning eating disorders
I love talking to her
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Anita for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Anita is so easy to talk too. She truly listens to you and gives such great insight and tools to respect yourself, how to love yourself and how to reframe the way you think!! I highly recommend her!
Written on Dec 30, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
I’m new to therapy and want to venture into other guides to get the maximum amount of experience. I’ve enjoyed my time with Anita. She’s professional and kind. And for no other reason becasue I want to see what’s out there.
Written on Dec 30, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Anita is amazing, thoughtful and insightful. She constantly offers a perspective that makes you feel like things are manageable. She is fun and conversational but not afraid to teach you how to confront your issues in a constructive way. Definitely recommended.
Written on Nov 28, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
I’ve had two sessions with Anita and both times I’ve felt at ease sharing my experiences. Anita is funny, understanding and empathetic and you can feel the energy as soon as you start conversing. Gives good advice and listens to your needs.
Written on Oct 24, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She has been the most helpful getting me through some really tough things, a huge weight is instantly off my shoulders after my sessions.
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Having my weekly sessions with Anita have been making such a difference in my day to day functions. I’m very grateful for Anita
Written on Oct 12, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Great therapist and a trustworthy friend!
Written on Sep 30, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very good
Very helpful
Awesome
Written on Sep 05, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
She’s a great therapist :) listens and has great advice for life and addiction habits.. :)
Written on Jul 18, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Still in the process of learning about myself and having my therapist know more about me. But so far she's doing a great job.
Written on Jul 14, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Still in the beginning stages, can’t really rate her yet.
Written on Jun 16, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Anita is an amazing therapist who has made a drastic difference in my life in just a month and half. She has provided me tools to work through difficult issues that I encounter on the daily. As well as exploring situations from my past that affect the way I handle present
problems and the way I view myself and others. I look forward to working with her on a weekly basis!
Written on Jun 10, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Anita is a wonderful therapist she understands what your going through,,listens, gives advice and is super friendly. I highly recommend her to everyone. Thank you Anita for what you do.
Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
Fantastic counselor. She really understands PTSD and narcissistic abuse.
Written on May 20, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse
With Anita Thomas-Bua you feel supported by a loyal friend every day, whom you can trust and open your emotions.
Written on May 16, 2022 after therapy with Anita for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
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