Find Abuse Therapists & Counselors in Westchester, 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 Westchester, the suburbs of Westchester, other nearby places such as Bellwood, Hines, 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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Identify the root causes for issues, and together we will work through them with evidenced based treatments to obtain your personal goals and improve your quality of life.

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I use CBT, Trauma Informed Care, DBT and other modalities to treat symptoms and help improve quality of life. I don't suscribe to a "one size fits all" approach. We do what realistically will work for you in your life.

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  • PTSD from Abuse
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Clients can expect an open and nonjudgmental dialogue in order to understand their emotions more deeply and identify ways to cope with life's difficulties.

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My therapeutic approach is a collaboration with the client in order to build trust and self efficacy. I utilize CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused therapies.

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  • Anxiety
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We are faced with grief, trauma, and expectations of ourselves and others on top of being born into situations we have little to no control over. The suffering can end here! Take the next step and we can work through the rest together!


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We are faced with grief, trauma, and expectations of ourselves and others on top of being born into situations we have little to no control over. The suffering can end here! Take the next step and we can work through the rest together!

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I believe that we unknowingly add to the pain and stress of life through our emotions and thoughts, which lead to suffering. I ask that you allow me to take this journey to heal and rediscover a life worth living with you.

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  • Overwhelm
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Distress
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Unpack, critique, and become more resilient to the systemic forces that have led us to feel inadequate, make sense of relational patterns, develop more self compassion, strengthen the mind/body connection, and use art as a means of processing.


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Unpack, critique, and become more resilient to the systemic forces that have led us to feel inadequate, make sense of relational patterns, develop more self compassion, strengthen the mind/body connection, and use art as a means of processing.

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More than anything, my highest goal as a therapist is to build a strong rapport with each client. From this trusting relationship, I offer unconditional warmth and thoughtful clinical perspectives rooted in ACT, art therapy, and trauma-informed care.

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  • Complex Trauma
  • Disability
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
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  • Medical Trauma
  • Neurodivergence
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationships
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Together, we will explore patterns in your relationships, and work to establish relationships that are healthy, and meaningful. We will also explore unhealthy patterns keeping you stuck, and work to heal and resolve these issues.


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Together, we will explore patterns in your relationships, and work to establish relationships that are healthy, and meaningful. We will also explore unhealthy patterns keeping you stuck, and work to heal and resolve these issues.

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My approach is highly relational. When working with me you can expect to feel nurtured, validated, and heard. Deeply rooted patterns of behavior may also emerge. At this time I collaborate with you to develop coping resources, and healthy boundaries.

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