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A language barrier can make it impossible to communicate effectively, thwarting your therapy experience from the start. Good communication between you and your therapist is key to success in therapy.

If English is your native language and you feel most comfortable expressing yourself in that language, you should seek therapy from a bilingual therapist or a English-speaking therapist. Wherever you are located in Illinois from Chicago to Zion or even Lindenhurst, or anywhere else nearby, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Ways a Language Barrier Can Hinder Therapy

Here are several ways that a language barrier can decrease the effectiveness of therapy and counseling:

  • It can cause a misdiagnosis based on an insufficient understanding of your symptoms.
  • Your therapist may misunderstand statements or cultural factors important to your health.
  • Without good communication, you may not fully understand the therapist’s treatment plan.

Due to the above reasons, it’s in your best interest to see a therapist who speaks your native language. We also encourage you to read licensed therapist Meredith Walker’s article to learn about additional things to consider when choosing a therapist.

See a Therapist Who Speaks Your Native Language Today!

Licensed English-speaking therapists are available to get to know you, pinpoint your issues, and create a plan to get you on track toward a happier life. With Mental Health Match, finding a qualified bilingual therapist is easy! Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Nashat Ali
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Overcome the different challenges on our path through therapy. With my experience, knowledge and your courage we can show everyone that inside a cocoon hides a very beautiful butterfly.


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Overcome the different challenges on our path through therapy. With my experience, knowledge and your courage we can show everyone that inside a cocoon hides a very beautiful butterfly.

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I aim to empower my clients by teaching them new coping skills and making them stronger as individuals. My professional expertise as a physician helps my clinical skills as a psychologist, especially in understanding the mind-body connection.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Adolescents
  • Aging and Getting Older
  • Aging Parents
  • Alcohol
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Accomplish your goals-I approach every client with curiosity, compassion, genuine care, and empathy


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Accomplish your goals-I approach every client with curiosity, compassion, genuine care, and empathy

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I use a mixture of solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy. As a sex therapist, It is important to provide a judgement free zone and listen with an empathetic ear while also being encouraging and affirming.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Engagement
  • Ethical Non-Monogamy
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marriage
  • Postpartum
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Sex Therapy
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Kailyn Donovan
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Build coping skills, build social skills, work through previous models and tools that were used and did not work for the client, and allow you to determine what type of support you want and need to better yourself during our time.


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Build coping skills, build social skills, work through previous models and tools that were used and did not work for the client, and allow you to determine what type of support you want and need to better yourself during our time.

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I strive to make the conversations open and client-led, while working to utilize my therapeutic background to personalize tools and skills. The therapy experience is meant to provide a comforting and safe space to talk and collaborate.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Behavioral Disorders
  • Children
  • Depression
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Jane Perkins
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Counseling themes include how feelings affect thoughts and behaviors, grief and loss, personality, change in interests, communication skills, coping strategies, problem-solving, and how to address feelings of fear, sadness, anxiety, and panic.


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Counseling themes include how feelings affect thoughts and behaviors, grief and loss, personality, change in interests, communication skills, coping strategies, problem-solving, and how to address feelings of fear, sadness, anxiety, and panic.

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Therapy with Jane is more than talking things out. The therapeutic relationship examines different avenues her clients may not have explored and may need to change. The client plays a large role in their healing. After each session, homework is given

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abortion
  • Addictions
  • Addictive Behaviors
  • Alcohol
  • Anger
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Attachment Issues
  • Attention Problems
  • Authenticity
  • Behavior Change
  • Betting and Gambling
  • Breakups
  • Codependency
  • COVID-Related Stress and Anxiety
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Dissatisfaction
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Drug Use
  • Empty Nest
  • Faith and Spirituality
  • Fatherhood
  • Fears and Phobias
  • Feeling Lost
  • Finding Meaning or Purpose
  • Friendships
  • Goals/Accountability
  • Grief
  • Happiness
  • Healing From Relationships
  • Health Anxiety
  • Identity
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Impulsive Behavior
  • Intrusive Thoughts
  • Life Adjustment
  • Life Balance
  • Life Changes
  • Miscarriage
  • Motherhood
  • Moving and Relocation
  • New Parent
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Overachievers
  • Overwhelm
  • Panic Attacks
  • Panic Disorders
  • Relationships
  • Religious Identity
  • Self-Understanding
  • Shame
  • Shopping and Spending
  • Situational Stress
  • Social Skills
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
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Harmony Rich
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Work together to find what treatment options meet your unique needs!

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I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practioner. I provide medication management to address a wide array of mental health concerns.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • LGBTQ+
  • Transgender
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