Hello! Seeking counseling is your first step towards healing and I am here to support you on that journey. My name is Jaime Williamson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has have enjoyed working with individuals in community and hospital-based settings for over 10 years, with an emphasis on providing individual counseling for the last 5 years. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Dominican University School of Social Work in 2009.
I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief & loss, as well as life transitions, acute or chronic stress, self-esteem, and relationship issues. My approach is gentle, encouraging and non-judgemental. I believe that all individuals have within them their own unique strengths and abilities to face life’s challenges. I work to help you overcome obstacles and bring about the changes necessary to live well.
I use a specialized and integrated approach to meet your needs. I commonly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which has been proven effective to help reframe thought processes and negative thinking patterns. I also use psychodynamic and solution focused modalities such as mindfulness, narrative therapy, and positive psychology. My goal is to work with you to help you better understand yourself and resolve current challenges. As a clinician, I help provide insight and promote self-awareness. My aim is to help you begin the journey to self-empowerment so you can begin to make the necessary changes to reach your goals and live well. You are not alone, you can find help, hope and healing to live well. I look forward to meeting you!
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Dependent Personality, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
IL LCSW 149017693