Hi! My name is Colleen. I have my Masters in Social Work with a specialization in schools. I am currently working on completing a certification to be a certified drug and alcohol counselor as I feel that is a problem that affects many students. I have been working in alternative schools for most of my career but also worked in private practice for many years. I have worked with children and teens on many issues such as anger, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and anxiety. While in private practice I also worked with couples as well as individuals dealing with marital discourse and adults with anxiety and depression.
My approach is engaging and calm. I like to meet clients where they are at and take things at a pace they are comfortable with. I use solution based approaches, as well as dialectal behavioral therapy and cognitive therapy. I believe that everyone is different and no one approach works for all clients. I will base my approach on your specific needs.
I look forward to working with you and helping you reach your goals!
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Divorce and separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Sex Addiction, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
IL LCSW 149013992
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Colleen is wonderful. She makes me feel heard/calm/sane, tbh. Shes open, so kind, funny and respectful of where I’m coming from.
Written on Mar 02, 2021 after therapy with Colleen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
Colleen is the perfect mix of professional and personable, and isn't afraid to ask the hard questions. 11/10 would recommend.
Written on Nov 16, 2020 after therapy with Colleen for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I appreciate and respect her and hows she has been able to help me
Written on Aug 31, 2020 after therapy with Colleen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
She is great!! Very responsive. She helped me and my kids!
Written on Jul 31, 2020 after therapy with Colleen for 3 months on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
Colleen Muchowski is a caring, sympathetic listener who makes you feel welcome. I like her personality. I am unsure of Colleen's years of experience but I have a feeling she is still honing her therapeutic skills and can only get better. I have had therapists who are more seasoned and wiser both from age and experience but Colleen's grasp of situations is strong and I do recommend her as a therapist.
Written on Jul 28, 2020 after therapy with Colleen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
Colleen has been fantastic. Patient, compassionate, responsive, and a good source of common-sense guidance...all of which has helped me navigate a very difficult period in my life.
Written on Jun 17, 2020 after therapy with Colleen for 1 year on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes