Find Self Harm Therapists & Counselors in University Park, IL.

 

Self-harm means hurting yourself on purpose. Some people self-harm as a way to release painful emotions, such as low self-worth, poor body image, depression, or anxiety.

Self-harm is a coping mechanism that has both physical and emotional consequences, from infection to shame to putting yourself at risk for more severe actions such as suicide. (If you feel like you may take your own life; immediate support is available. Please call 800-273-8255 or text HOME to 741741.)

If you self-harm, help is available to learn other coping mechanisms that are better for your physical and emotional health. The first step is talking to a trained therapist who can help you understand your behaviors, their root causes, and how to feel better.

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

How can self-harm therapy help you?

A self-harm therapist can help you address the root causes of self-harm and get you to a more stable, comfortable place in your life. Specifically, a therapist for self-harm can help you:

  • Develop positive coping mechanisms
  • Learn to regulate your emotions
  • Heal sources of pain such as past trauma
  • Feel more confident in who you are
  • Relieve feelings of anxiety and depression
  • Understand and prevent triggers

If you are still curious of how a self-harm therapist can help you, read this personal story about self-harm, trauma, and the benefits of therapy.

Get Self-Harm Therapy Today!

If you are self-harming, you should seek professional treatment as soon as possible. You deserve to learn new ways to cope that help you improve your life. There are proven treatments and tools available to you.

Mental Health Match can help you find an experienced self-harm therapist in your area. Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Lauren Prieboy
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embark on a journey of self-discovery, exploring your background and how it shapes your relationship with yourself and those closest to you. Our collaborative effort will focus on enhancing your self-awareness and fostering healthier relationships.


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embark on a journey of self-discovery, exploring your background and how it shapes your relationship with yourself and those closest to you. Our collaborative effort will focus on enhancing your self-awareness and fostering healthier relationships.

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My approach is nurturing, yet directive. I understand the terrain of the mind and how to help change and reframe perspectives. My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and I'm committed to helping clients achieve their goals.

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  • Adolescents
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attachment Issues
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Children
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family of Origin
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Trauma From Abuse
  • Young Adults
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I take a humanistic approach, meeting you where you are and helping you to feel comfortable with addressing the factors of your life you want to change. We heal through connection, skills & awareness.

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  • Addictive Behaviors
  • Codependency
  • Crisis
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • First Responders
  • Healthcare Professionals
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  • Mental Disorders
  • Trauma
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Jasmina Bourgeois
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In a safe, warm, nonjudgmental space we will come to understand the hidden sources of your suffering, troubling symptoms or unhelpful behaviors. We will help you reclaim your innermost self, feel whole and achieve a greater sense of happiness.


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In a safe, warm, nonjudgmental space we will come to understand the hidden sources of your suffering, troubling symptoms or unhelpful behaviors. We will help you reclaim your innermost self, feel whole and achieve a greater sense of happiness.

Something to know about my approach is:

It is not focused on symptoms alone, but on uncovering, processing and healing the underlying mechanisms that fuel the distressing symptoms. This deep approach brings about long-lasting results, and leads to increased self-knowledge & authenticity.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abuse
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Dissociation
  • Gender Identity
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Intrusive Thoughts
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Regulation
  • Trauma
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Megan Calabrese
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Work to identify unique, individual goals. I believe individuals are experts on themselves and their unique life experience. I see my role as walking alongside you in order to uncover the opportunity for positive change.


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Work to identify unique, individual goals. I believe individuals are experts on themselves and their unique life experience. I see my role as walking alongside you in order to uncover the opportunity for positive change.

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I have a commitment to using a strength-based and empowerment approach in helping my clients meet their goals. I use techniques that assist clients in challenging and reframing negative thought patterns, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

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  • Aging and Getting Older
  • Anxiety
  • End of Life
  • Hoarding
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Social Anxiety
  • Suicidal Ideation
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Rachel Harden-Maddox
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explore self-care and its 6 practices, discover what it means to honor yourself and set boundaries, create goals and objectives, recognize the difference between toxic and healthy relationships.


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explore self-care and its 6 practices, discover what it means to honor yourself and set boundaries, create goals and objectives, recognize the difference between toxic and healthy relationships.

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My approach is one that includes transparency and honesty. I encourage the practice of self-care and feel it is the best approach to start and continue mental health hygiene.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abandonment Issues
  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Couples
  • Cutting
  • Depression
  • Goals/Accountability
  • Life Transitions
  • Premarital Counseling
  • Relationship Distress
  • Self-Harm
  • Single Parents
  • Stress
  • Work-Life Balance
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