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If you’re a first responder (such as police, EMT, firefighter, etc.), you regularly work in a high-stress environment to perform life-saving work. This puts you at a higher risk of developing mental and emotional issues, including depression and PTSD, necessitating professional therapy.

Therapists are a critical resource for first responders. Whether you are located in downtown Des Plaines, the suburbs of Des Plaines, other nearby places such as Glenview, Mount Prospect, or anywhere else in Illinois, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Do You Need First Responder Counseling?

First responders often experience traumatic events that can leave a lasting effect on their mental health. Here are some signs that you could use counseling:

  • Recurring memories of a traumatic event, such as a shooting, arrest, fire, or critical incident.
  • Feeling anxious or stressed on a chronic basis.
  • Feeling sad on an ongoing basis without hope.
  • Loss of interest in things that you used to love.
  • Being easily agitated or emotionally reactive.
  • Feeling burned out or apathetic about your job.

If any of the above signs ring true to you, consider getting some help in the form of first responder counseling. For more help to figure out if counseling is right for you, read this article from licensed therapist Dana Carretta-Stein about signs of trauma common to first responders.

Get First Responder Therapy Today!

Mental Health Match can help you find a professional therapist who can help you cope with the demands of your job so you can feel great and continue to do your best work. On our platform, finding a licensed therapist is easier than you may think. Get started today by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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use cutting-edge science and complementary healing interventions that empower you to genuinely love yourself & your life, transform grief & challenging experiences into meaningful growth opportunities, laugh, and live with greater ease & fulfillment.

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I tailor each session to your needs and personal style. I'll listen, help you gain clarity on what you want/need/feel, share suggestions/tools/skills, challenge you to make desired changes, remind you of your value, and companion you on your journey.

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Determine what will be most helpful for you to live a sustainable, fulfilling life- whether that be goals around your career, relationships, lifestyles, or health. I'm here to help you help yourself so that you may lead the life you want and deserve.


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Determine what will be most helpful for you to live a sustainable, fulfilling life- whether that be goals around your career, relationships, lifestyles, or health. I'm here to help you help yourself so that you may lead the life you want and deserve.

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You have enough people around you telling you what you should do, don't you deserve a space to figure out what YOU want to do? I have an eclectic curious approach to help you process, explore, and determine what's going to be the right path for you!

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Clients come to me desiring happiness but often feel stuck & overwhelmed. I am devoted to helping you progress toward developing self-awareness, resolving your anxieties, & being your truest and most authentic self.

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look inward at your thoughts, feelings, identities, and values, while also exploring environmental factors, family of origin, and relational patterns to strengthen both your sense of self and your connections with others.

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I help my clients develop real strategies to cope with stress and mental health symptoms, while also going deeper to get to the root of the problem and create longterm change. I am guided by relational, psychodynamic, and depth-oriented approaches.

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