In a society that emphasizes our unique differences, seeking out help and support continues to be stigmatized. Just as a tree cannot weather every storm that comes its way, neither can we, or should we, face life’s challenges on our own. As a Black, gay man from the South I’ve always been driven to help people learn how support informs
You deserve to be free from the anxiety that holds you back. My passion is helping people to find peace and fulfillment in their lives.
Maybe you’ve identified the source of your anxiety. It could be stress related to work, family or social life. Painful or traumatic experiences in your past, a change in your life or identity, or fears abo
Let’s face it: life can be tough. Have you tried everything to feel calm and content, yet nothing sticks? It can be scary to get help from a counselor -- you want to be sure that they are attuned to your struggles and understand your complicated situations. I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relational i
I believe each of us has the capacity for change and resilience. I foster optimism because hope is key for envisioning new possibilities in life, motivating you to try something new, or encouraging you to change your life and yourself. I collaborate with my clients to make sense of and explore issues with relationships, work, and school, as well as
Jim Madden is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), at Purple Flowers 365 Counseling Services. Jim's area of expertise includes helping those who struggle with addiction, and anxiety. Jim has been involved in the recovery community for over 34 years. Through his experience and compassion Jim breaks down the many barriers to sobriety; as he w
I help individuals, couples and families understand and learn to deal more effectively with difficult realities they face - realities that stir up the feelings of anxiety, depression, anger and turmoil that brought them to seek help through counseling. Sometimes disturbing external realities of our lives can be changed but too often external chang
My approach is warm, insight-oriented, and collaborative with the intention of creating a space that feels accepting and affirming. I view psychotherapy as a vessel for us to safely explore, develop, relate, and change. Together we will begin to understand how past experiences impact your current behaviors and relationships, as well as identify th
I mainly use Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS),a psycho-spiritual approach that is the most non-judgmental, kind, gentle, and effective method I know. In IFS, no part of yourself is ever considered bad. Even though you may have been taught otherwise, you are healthy at your very core, and you can learn to access that core aspect of you. I am al
The current state of affairs has led many of us to feel a little lost, overwhelmed, frustrated, or worried. As a mother, clinician, entrepreneur and wife, I understand balancing the many roles we hold can be especially daunting in the current climate and provide traditional therapy services for IL residents. In addition to traditional therapy, I al
Life is challenging. Along the way we all develop coping skills, some are helpful, others are not. Sometimes life presents us with too many challenges, changes or losses at the same time and our normal coping skills just aren't enough. That's when it's time to consider finding a therapist you feel comfortable with and who you can trust.
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