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Cutting is a potentially dangerous way to cope with difficult situations and emotions. In fact, it’s one of the most dangerous forms of self-harm. If left untreated, cutting can lead to infections, worse mental health, and even death.

If you feel like your cutting is turning into something even more harmful, or that you may take your own life; immediate support is available. Please call 800-273-8255 or text HOME to 741741.

If you are cutting yourself, you can 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 Waukegan, the suburbs of Waukegan, other nearby places such as Wheeling, Buffalo Grove, 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 Treatment for Cutting

Cutting treatment is tailored to the individual, given that the reasons behind self-harming behavior vary from person to person. Many find that their urge to cut diminishes greatly with therapy.

Therapy for cutting or self-harm can have the following benefits:

  • Becoming more aware of your mental state.
  • Learning healthier skills you can use to cope with stressors.
  • Improving your social skills and relationships.
  • Discovering and dispelling self-harm triggers.
  • Greater confidence in who you are and compassion for yourself.

Getting therapy for cutting from a licensed professional may be just what you need to improve your life. If you are still curious about how a therapist can provide treatment for cutting, read this personal story about self-harm, trauma, and the benefits of therapy.

Seek Therapy for Cutting Today!

Time is of the essence when it comes to seeking treatment for cutting, so we recommend that you don’t wait. Mental Health Match can help you find a local therapist or counselor in minutes! Start by browsing cutting and self-harm experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Stephanie Haugen
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Develop coping skills that can be useful both now and in the future. We will also work to identify negative thoughts, practice new skills, problem solve, and set goals so that you can fully live in the present moment.


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Develop coping skills that can be useful both now and in the future. We will also work to identify negative thoughts, practice new skills, problem solve, and set goals so that you can fully live in the present moment.

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An Integrative approach uses multiple approaches to help clients. In most cases, this means a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and humanistic therapies. The approach is flexible and based on the needs of the client.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depression
  • Disordered Eating
  • Grief
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Life Transitions
  • Panic Attacks
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Self-Harm
  • Trauma
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Christi Johnson
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Create a plan together to help you feel emotionally safe, healthy and whole so that you can live with peace, joy and purpose. I work with clients who want to improve their emotional health, improve the quality of their life, and their relationships.


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Create a plan together to help you feel emotionally safe, healthy and whole so that you can live with peace, joy and purpose. I work with clients who want to improve their emotional health, improve the quality of their life, and their relationships.

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I view a person’s current experience as a part of a coherent story that started long ago. I focus on understanding the emotional context they relate to themselves and others, and work together to heal the bruised places and relieve their suffering.

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  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Family of Origin
  • Grief
  • Identity
  • Mid-Life Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Multicultural Identity
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationships
  • Religious Trauma
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  • Trauma
  • Trauma From Abuse
  • Young Adults
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Samantha Nolan
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Increase your ability to cope with your circumstances, build self-advocacy skills, and help you meet your needs through goal setting.


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Increase your ability to cope with your circumstances, build self-advocacy skills, and help you meet your needs through goal setting.

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I work from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused lens, which helps you make changes to meet your goals. I'm also a Board Certified Art Therapist and offer art therapy sessions in addition to traditional talk therapy.

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  • Acute Grief
  • Adult ADHD
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder
  • Self-Harm
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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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Leah Little
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discuss whatever you bring into the session. My clients are in the driver’s seat, deciding the destination and making the changes necessary; while I am in the passenger seat, offering support and guidance along the way.


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discuss whatever you bring into the session. My clients are in the driver’s seat, deciding the destination and making the changes necessary; while I am in the passenger seat, offering support and guidance along the way.

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I am your #1 cheerleader. Your goals are my goals. My priority is to equip you with the support and skills necessary to live your best life.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety
  • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
  • Binge Eating
  • Borderline Personality
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Panic Attacks
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Harm
  • Social Anxiety
  • Teen Anxiety
  • Teen Depression
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