Find Abuse Therapists & Counselors in West Chicago, IL.

 

If you’ve dealt with any type of abuse in the past, you may be aware of the adverse effects it can have on your mental health. On the opposite end of the spectrum, if you’ve been abusive in the past, you may have trouble forgiving yourself.

Regardless, a licensed therapist can help you access your feelings and heal from abuse you’ve experienced. Whether you are located in downtown West Chicago, the suburbs of West Chicago, other nearby places such as Wheaton, Carol Stream, or anywhere else in Illinois, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs You Need Help with Abuse

Whether you’ve abused someone else in the past or you’ve been a victim of abuse, you may have some scars that make life difficult.

Here are some signs you need help with abuse:

  • You may be easily triggered to feel fear or panic.
  • You may hold a lot of anger toward the person who abused you.
  • You avoid talking about or doing anything that can remind you of your experience.
  • You blame yourself for your experience.

Abuse comes in many forms, including physical abuse, mental abuse, sexual abuse, financial abuse, verbal abuse, and more (this is not an exhaustive list). No matter the type of abuse you are dealing with, Mental Health Match can help you find a therapist to get the healing process started and improve your life.

If you’re struggling with past abuse and not sure how therapy can help, read this article by licensed therapist Kennyetta Watkins: When bad things happen to good people.

Speak With an Abuse Counselor Today!

Abuse can take hold and change the trajectory of your life - in severe cases, it can take your life completely off track. But, with targeted therapy based on your specific abuse situation, there’s hope for recovery and lasting happiness. And with Mental Health Match, finding a great therapist is easy! Start by browsing below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Krystal Smith
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I have experience leading clients through issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, divorce, and life transitions through the use of Person-centered, Existential-humanistic, Acceptance and Commitment, and Dialectical Behavior therapies.

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Create a safe space for you to connect with your core values, strengthen your relationships, gain new insights, and build confidence. We will talk through your goals and come up with a tailored treatment plan to meet your needs.

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Sessions with me will be collaborative and empowering. You can be free to be your authentic self in the space. We will lean into humor, create space for your emotions, celebrate the wins, and find ways for you to be kind to yourself in the process.

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Farrah Pece
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We will identify how past experiences influence your current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will explore what areas of your life are most difficult and create goals. We will develop tangible skills and strategies to help you heal.

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I used a trauma-informed collaborative approach to healing. I use a combination of DBT, ACT, IFS, and Psychodynamic approaches. I show up as my genuine and authentic self and strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space for all individuals.

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Together we will work on identifying the roots of traumas or maladaptive patterns, identifying and recognizing our own triggers, regulating our nervous system, and re-writing negative narratives that have held us back in creating a life we deserve.

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Working with me looks like honest, direct, and compassionate communication to establish a collaborative working partnership. I value the therapeutic relationship and believe it is the foundation for all the work we engage in together.

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Katherine Wheeler
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We will untangle the threads of your life to redefine success on your terms, and cultivate self-compassion. We will help you process traumatic or negative life events, reduce distress, and enhance positive beliefs.


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We will untangle the threads of your life to redefine success on your terms, and cultivate self-compassion. We will help you process traumatic or negative life events, reduce distress, and enhance positive beliefs.

Something to know about my approach is:

Childhood experiences, life stressors, and trauma can shape your response to life stressors in work and relationships. I use evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, trauma-focused therapy, and skill-building strategies to help you feel better.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Chronic Stress
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Confidence
  • Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Marriage
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Distress
  • Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
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