Find Shame Therapists & Counselors in Streamwood, IL.

 

Is shame negatively affecting your life? Many people feel shame for all sorts of reasons, but shame is often a weapon used in bullying behaviors to make others feel defenseless, embarrassed, or confused. If you are experiencing these symptoms of shame, then it's a good idea to seek professional assistance from a licensed therapist, who can help you make sense of those feelings and stop them at the source.

Whether you are located in downtown Streamwood, the suburbs of Streamwood, other nearby places such as Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, or anywhere else in Illinois, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Common Signs of Shame

If you’re wondering whether you’re experiencing shame, this section is for you. Shame can bring on a myriad of symptoms, including:

  • Feelings of vulnerability.
  • Feelings of rejection.
  • Feeling small in relation to others.
  • Worrying about failing.
  • Worrying about what others may think about you.

This is not an exhaustive list. Licensed therapist Aaron Mason wrote this article about shame, imperfections, and the difference between guilt and shame.

Don’t Wait: Get Shame Counseling Today!

It’s totally normal to feel shame in the short term, but when these feelings linger or grow over time, they can have detrimental effects on your self-esteem and mental health as a whole. Therapy can help tremendously by helping you discover the source of your shame and how to overcome it. And Mental Health Match can help you find a quality therapist to get started. Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

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Work through identifying and processing thoughts, emotions, interpersonal patterns; evaluate how those patterns are/are not serving you; make intentional choices for what you want your life to look like while relieving symptoms getting in the way.

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Therapy can and will look different for every individual. Therapy is hard work, and also fun and rewarding. My approach to therapy is evidence-based and tailored to your needs and goals, which may change and pivot over the course of therapy.

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Together we will work on a range of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, life transitions, codependency, stress, relationships and boundaries.

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Based on your goals I help empower you through CBT, ACT, Narrative therapy, Interpersonal therapy and psychodynamic approaches. I am direct and affirming.

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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

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I am very open-minded and flexible as well as very curious. This allows me the interest to explore almost any topic.

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You are looking for empathy and compassion, while enduring your trials. It can be debilitating when you can’t find the right person to connect with. The validation you crave!

FOCUS AREAS:
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  • Mild Depression
  • Military Life Transition
  • Military Service
  • New Parent
  • Parenting Children with Anxiety
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  • Seasonal Depression
  • Teen Depression
  • Transgender (MTF)
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Tackle challenge, resolve issues with planning ahead instead of worrying ahead, receive psycho-education about problem areas, and identify triggers in order to build an appropriate tool box.

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Allow therapy to help clear your mind and get some questions answered. You should be heard, not judged when talking about personal, important matters. My approach is solution focused and tension reduction

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