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Find Female Therapists & Counselors in Carol Stream, IL.

 

When choosing a therapist, the gender of the therapist may be important to you. Even though male or nonbinary therapists are capable of providing impactful therapy, you may be more comfortable, safe, or vulnerable with a female therapist.

You can find a therapist who meets your personal preferences, especially if you seek a professional who identifies as a woman therapist. Whether you are located in downtown Carol Stream, the suburbs of Carol Stream, other nearby places such as Wheaton, Lombard, or anywhere else in Illinois, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

The Benefits of Talk Therapy with a Woman Therapist

There are several reasons why you may choose a female counselor or therapist, and they include:

  • You may feel more comfortable talking to a woman therapist, no matter your own gender identity. It is important that you feel comfortable with your therapist, as the relationship you have is one of the biggest predictors of outcomes in therapy.
  • People who have suffered abuse or harassment from men may not feel comfortable sharing their feelings with a male therapist. A woman therapist may feel safer.
  • It may be important to your own healing to develop a safe, compassionate connection with a woman, especially if you have not had such relationships in the past.

If you are curious how gender should play a role in choosing the right therapist, check out this article about finding the right therapist for you by licensed therapist Justine Soto.

Start Healing with a Woman Therapist Today!

Regardless of your reason behind choosing a female therapist, our team can help. At Mental Health Match, we specialize in matching you with therapists and counselors who best meet your needs. To find a female therapist in your area, browse the licensed mental health professionals below or use our free therapist matching tool.

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Lynn Zakeri
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Figure it out. That is our job! We know when to listen, and when to probe. We will support you on your path to closure, clarity, self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-reflection. Problem solving, strategies, healing or all of the above.


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Figure it out. That is our job! We know when to listen, and when to probe. We will support you on your path to closure, clarity, self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-reflection. Problem solving, strategies, healing or all of the above.

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From the first session, we help you get clarity about how to move forward and start feeling better. We are smart, compassionate, thoughtful/active listeners. Ellen, David and I are experienced and use several modalities (CADC, EMDR, CBT, ACT, etc)

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  • Addictions
  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Trauma
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Kenita Perry-Bell, LCSW
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My experience includes but not limited to working with clients with a wide range of concerns: anger management, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationships, and self-esteem.


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My experience includes but not limited to working with clients with a wide range of concerns: anger management, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationships, and self-esteem.

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My therapeutic approach is eclectic and holistic, using integrative approaches, such as mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic therapies. I am client-centered, and our sessions and treatment plan are tailored to address your needs.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Black and African American Issues
  • Depression
  • Grief
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Miriam Zuroff
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Discuss the issues that brought you into therapy and the changes you would like to see in your life and the best ways to reach those goals. We will work at a pace that is comfortable for you and sometimes I will simply be a listening ear.


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Together, we will:

Discuss the issues that brought you into therapy and the changes you would like to see in your life and the best ways to reach those goals. We will work at a pace that is comfortable for you and sometimes I will simply be a listening ear.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am very eclectic implementing a mix of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and positive psychology techniques, I believe one approach does not work with all. I tailor-make treatment to meet the needs of each individual client or couple.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Life Changes
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders (OCSDs)
  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Seasonal Depression
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Joana Martins
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Together, we will work to uncover the root causes of your struggles, and help you develop a stronger sense of self and purpose. I can offer you a space to freely express and explore your thoughts and emotions, to make sense of your experience.


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Together, we will work to uncover the root causes of your struggles, and help you develop a stronger sense of self and purpose. I can offer you a space to freely express and explore your thoughts and emotions, to make sense of your experience.

Something to know about my approach is:

Therapy is a collaborative and deeply personal process. In our sessions, we will take the time to understand who you are and what you have been through, working at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Complex Trauma
  • Cultural Adjustment
  • Depression
  • Family Dynamics
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Shame
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Dr. Colette Beetz
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address unhelpful and inaccurate beliefs that have contributed to unhelpful behaviors and uncomfortable emotions. We will also carve out some space to develop comfort around discomfort as sometimes, not everything can be directly controlled.


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Together, we will:

address unhelpful and inaccurate beliefs that have contributed to unhelpful behaviors and uncomfortable emotions. We will also carve out some space to develop comfort around discomfort as sometimes, not everything can be directly controlled.

Something to know about my approach is:

I utilize an integrative approach, meaning, I enjoy applying aspects of both CBT and ACT to help people live a life that's more aligned with their values and passions. In essence, we will balance modifications with being less consumed and controlling

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult ADHD
  • Agoraphobia
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bipolar II
  • Depression
  • Fears and Phobias
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Manic Depression
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Psychosis
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Schizophreniform Disorder
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Dr. Colette  Beetz  remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, N...