Greeting and Salutations, I came to clinical social work later in my adult life journey. For the first three decades as a working professional I was a licensed mason and a senior partner in a small, but successful, independent family contracting firm. I spent my days working in the public and private sector of business smashing and repairing brickwork, dealing with contracts, customers, and architects. My change of career path occurred on a clear summer day while I was 10 stories up on scaffold overlooking Lake Michigan. While working with a team tasked with the ...
Hi! My name is Kaitlin Naatjes. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor, yoga instructor, and reiki practitioner. I have great experience working from an integrative and holistic perspective. This means allowing space to find new and creative ways for change while integrating mind, body, and spirit nurturance for healing the whole person. My approach as a therapist is to create space for you to feel safe and explore your needs. Each session will be tailored to meet these needs and focus on the areas of growth where you seek change. I commit to diligen...
I am a licensed therapist in Illinois with a master’s degree from the University of Illinois. Since 2006, I have worked with foster families as a social worker and at a county mental health center as a therapist. I currently have a private practice. My approach is first to listen and then ask the right questions. I try to ask the right questions so you can formulate your own advice. After all, you know your life situation better than anyone. Huge problems such as thoughts that won’t stop, emotions that can’t be controlled, sadness, panic, abuse and trauma, hab...
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and I hold Masters Degrees in Clinical Counseling (MS) and a Masters in Clinical Social Work (MSW). I have Doctorate work in Disability and Equity in Education. I have worked as an Adjunct Professor teaching Graduate students for the Adler School of Professional Psychology, and I have supervised interns/externs. I have been a supervisor for investigations for the Illinois Department of Children and Family services for 10 years and worked also with the Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Mental...
Hi, I am Lisa Allison- a Licensed Independent Social Worker and Educational Specialist in School Psychology. I have over 20 years experience as a Licensed Therapist. I have been certified as a School Psychologist as well. I graduated from The Ohio State University with a Masters in Social Work and National Louis in Chicago with an Ed.S in School Psychology. I am board certified in Ohio and Illinois. I have worked in a private practice, a variety of inpatient, out patient and residential settings. I have experience in schools, hospitals, treatment cen...
Hello! My name is Tina and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing therapy services. I have worked in a wide range of therapeutic settings including: inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, partial and intensive outpatient care, and a variety of social service settings. I work with clients affected by depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues. Originally from Michigan, I moved to Chicago in 1999 where I have worked for the majority of my career. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology at Michigan ...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my masters degree at the Jane Addams Graduate School of Social Work in Chicago, and my LCSW license in 1990, after taking the first clinical exam ever offered. I have extensive experience working with many different age levels. My post graduate training includes the basic principles of Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) with Dr. Albert Ellis. I am selective about this style of therapy but also am eclectic about using different techniques such as mindfulness exercises. I have worked extensively...
The central focus of my practice with adults, youth, and couples is the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, communication and social skills, distorted thought patterns, and maladaptive personality styles. For clients struggling to identify the root of the problem, therapeutic intervention to explore life purpose, self-love, attachment, and motivation can serve as an inspiring catalyst for change. Using a pragmatic and evidence based approach, we will work together to identify effective coping skills that will ultimately put you in charge of you...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor in Illinois. I have been a social worker for over 10 years and have worked with individuals with a variety of concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, addictions, chronic medical conditions, homelessness, financial difficulties, and relationship/boundary issues. I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and CADC certification from Loyola University Chicago in 2010. I love helping people, and I feel it is a gift to journey through triumphs and challenges with i...
My training, life, and clinical experiences have taught me that we are complex and dynamic/changing beings with unique abilities to re-organize and change. This process that is engineered in each of us is referred to as "neuro-plasticity." My aim in clinical psychotherapy is that we listen and partner in this process in how to best harness and use these abilities for ongoing understanding of how to make best use of these abilities. As for my formal education, I graduate from Loyola University Of Chicago, (a formal scientist-practitioner model) with a P...
I have years of experience helping clients cope with both the symptoms as well as the underlying causes of their struggles with issues of anxiety, trauma and PTSD, depression, difficulty managing anger, alcohol or other substance use disorders, and relational difficulties that often stem from low self-confidence and the need for updated and enhanced communication skills. My clinical style combines a personal approach that aims to make the client feel genuinely understood, supported, and safe. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions that help to update co...
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in the state of Illinois and have been in practice since 2011 when I graduated from Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois with a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. I have a private practice and provide support at a community based mental health skill based partial hospitalization program for mood disorders. Choosing a therapist is an important decision and meeting and building a trusting rapport is important to the therapy process. My style is warm, authentic and compassionate. In therapy ...
I am a licensed professional counselor in Chicago with over 15 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, art therapist and pet therapist. I have extensive experience working with children, adults and seniors with a wide range of concerns including depression, acute and chronic pain, anxiety, impulsivity, relationship issues, self-esteem, PTSD, trauma and end-of-life fears. I am trained in a multitude of modalities such as CBT, IFS (Internal Family Systems) Gestalt, art therapy, pain management, post-traumatic growth, mindfulness training, positive affirmat...
Cindy Bill is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Addictions, and Trauma professional. Cindy received her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Master of Social Work from Aurora University. Cindy came to the helping profession from a long career of leadership and consultancy in the petroleum industry. She has worked in many social service settings; homeless prevention, domestic violence/sexual assault, Military/Veterans/families, hospital/medical, criminal justice, addictions treatment/recovery, emergency/crisis intervention and community mental healt...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed in Illinois, with over 10 years of clinical and supervisory experience in the behavioral health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, substance use issues, issues of emerging adulthood, parenting issues and career challenges. My therapy style is warm and interactive, individualized to each's client's specific needs. My approach is solution focused and strength based, utilizing evidence-based treatment mo...
Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois, with over 15 years of therapy experience and a lifetime of wisdom to draw from, which is invaluable! I can offer clients a holistic psychotherapeutic approach using person-centered, solution-focused therapy. I work with adult women, men, and couples; LGBTQ welcome. Recovery & Addictions; Depression and Anxiety issues, self-identity and self-respect lifestyles, relationships, and interpersonal situations (vocational, career). Witnessing the effects of suicide, I support the Prevention of...
I am licensed in Illinois with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in working with a vast range of individual issues including depression, stress and anxiety, childhood and adulthood trauma and abuse, partner abuse, marital issues, developmental/ life changes (parenting, change of life challenges) motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I use client centered therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness based therapy, solution focused therapy, crisis counseling, and can offer a faith based (Christian) approa...
I am licensed in Illinois with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, addictions, anger management, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I am licensed in Illinois and Georgia with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, & intimacy related issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
A therapist wants to support you toward a healthier emotional state, no matter what you're dealing with (including behavioral health concerns, grief, anxiety, depression or stress). While helping to develop healthier emotions, another benefit of therapy is you have a safe space to discuss problems that you may be hesitant to talk about with people who you see everyday.
Many people have sensitive topics to discuss; possibly an addiction or an issue with their relationship that they’re ashamed to speak about with their friends and/or partner. A Mapleton therapist can help you confront these kinds of issues and find ways to face them and heal.
With more than 279 people in the city of Mapleton, IL finding a therapist can be both costly and hard to do. Our goal with the list of therapists shown above is to get you the support you need. If you’re looking for a nearby therapist close to 61547 or the surrounding zip codes (shown below), take a look at other available therapists through nearby cities listed at the bottom of this page.
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If you need Domestic Violence support, please contact The National Domestic Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
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