Find a Therapist in Inverness, IL

You're here because the internal scrutiny about how your body looks and what food you’re allowed to eat keeps getting louder and more overwhelming. Or maybe you’ve realized just how often you second-guess yourself, feel nervous, drained, and replay social interactions in your head. Perhaps an important relationship has gone down the drain and loneliness is feeling unbearable. Completely overwhelming, right? I know it may feel like it, but you're not alone here. Together we'll work to ease the harsh internal criticism of your body, heal old wounds, create self-acceptance, and help you discover a sense of love and care for yourself. As a therapist who has been to therapy herself, I'm intimately aware of how difficult this first step can feel (but hey, you're here, scrolling through profiles...that is a wonderful start!). Just so you know, I also specialize in treating anxiety, childhood andor religious trauma, low self-esteem, issues with control, and substance usebehavioral addictions.

I know life can be difficult and asking for help is a challenge. It takes courage to address things and make changes. I welcome you openly—listening to you discuss your scenario, with compassion and without judgment. I want you to experience a sense of support and safety through your process. I can meet you in-person in Madison, Wisconsin or utilize telehealth if that is more convenient. I am licensed also in Massachusetts, Maine, and Connecticut and welcome veterans and first-responders, as I have worked with that population for 20 years.

I have a solo practice in downtown Madison where I provide a comfortable and cozy environment for you to feel safe and supported. I want to help you understand yourself better by exploring not only your day to day concerns, but by diving into your past to find out where some of these thoughts, behaviors or beliefs may have started.

With over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I believe that the therapeutic bond is crucial to a feeling of safety that is necessary for healing. Because therapy is an intimate experience, I will tailor treatment with you, ensuring that your needs and goals are always prioritized. As we work together, I integrate techniques that are specifically designed to help you in both practical ways and in ways that create lasting change. I use my own personal qualities as a non-judgmental, warm and empathic person, and I will encourage you to be gentle with yourself as you go through the process of healing and change.

You don’t need to have a specific “goal” to start therapy. You might just be tired of pretending you’re fine. You might want to stop spiraling at 2AM, or to figure out why the smallest things feel so overwhelming. You’re not broken—you’re burnt out, probably overthinking, and definitely doing your best. Let’s work from there.

I am passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate through difficult issues. I have been working with individuals and couples for the past 35 years. Some of the areas I focus on include: anxiety, depression, addiction, porn addiction, infidelity, communication issues, infertility issues, loss - death or miscarriage, and interpersonal issues. I approach each client with compassion and good listening skills. Through various therapeutic techniques, I help clients minimize their weaknesses while maximizing their strengths. Together we untangle the behaviors, thoughts, actions, and emotions that keep you stuck in an unhealthy loop. These are but some of the problems I help clients work through in sessions. If I cannot help you then one of the other very competent therapists in the practice at, Greater Chicago Counseling Center, can help as well. The practice accepts Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plans. If you wish to speak to one of our wonderful therapists please reach out. Don't struggle alone reach out now.

I teach people to find freedom through truth and alignment by cutting through illusions, delusions, and false belief systems that limit their potential. I guide clients toward deeper self-truth, alignment, and empowered decision-making. When you cut through the noise of old patterns, you create space for growth, healing, and a life that reflects who you truly are. If you are facing anxiety, ADHD, parenting stress, relationship challenges, life management challenges, or past trauma, my approach will be very fitting for you. You might be wondering about my approach. I use an integrated approach of solution-rooted talk therapy with mind-body practices (nutrition, TCM philosophy, yoga). I help clients move through challenging moments at work or home with unshakable clarity—no more knee-jerk reactions, no more losing your center. Most clients notice meaningful shifts within the first month as we uncover what’s holding you back and co-create a plan aligned with your truth, values, and goals. My mission is lasting freedom and balance—let’s work together to build a life that reflects your clarity, peace, and authentic vitality.

Narcissistic abuse is both agonizing and profoundly confusing. It will often leave you questioning your reality and feeling empty. I founded Two Lights Therapy Center in Chicago, Illinois, to fill the critical gap in care for individuals affected by narcissism and narcissistic abuse. Recognizing the lack of specialized support focused on narcissistic abuse recovery, I created a space where clients can receive the compassionate expert care that they deserve. Whether you decide to distance yourself from this person or maintain the relationship in some capacity, we can work together to heal from the effects of narcissistic relationships, rebuild, and reclaim your sense of identity. I work to help clients restore their relationship with themselves and move forward with clarity and confidence. As a therapist specializing in narcissistic abuse recovery, I have acquired advanced training to help clients navigate antagonistic relationships and the healing that becomes necessary as a result of them. I have completed the Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC) training with Dr. Ramani Durvasula, the leading expert on narcissistic personality styles and narcissistic abuse recovery treatment. My practice also supports individuals struggling with narcissistic personality traits or a narcissistic personality style, offering guidance to help them better understand their behavior patterns, improve their relationships, and lead more fulfilling lives. At Two Lights Therapy Center, I am dedicated to providing expert care for those navigating the complex challenges unique to narcissistic abuse and narcissistic personality traits, offering a safe and supportive environment to foster authenticity, healing, growth, and self-compassion. You are not alone.

As a licensed marriage and family therapist, my approach centers on fostering open communication and understanding within relationships. I utilize evidence-based practices tailored to each individual's unique journey, empowering couples and individuals to navigate their challenges with empathy and resilience. Together, we will explore dynamics, enhance connection, and cultivate the tools necessary for lasting harmony and growth. My commitment is to create a safe and supportive environment where healing and transformation can flourish,

Good therapy is a collaboration between you and me that creates a consistent sense of well being. I love the art of psychotherapy, the creative aspect of personalizing each session and trying to figure out how I can best promote healing and growth. Everyone needs something different from therapy, and I enjoy the process of figuring that out. I stay up on current research as it relates to both mental illness and mental health which informs my work with you. The basic therapeutic process I work through is this. In the first session we will begin by identifying the primary concerns that have lead you to seek out therapy in the first place. The next couple of sessions we will try to understand more fully the difficulties you are having and also begin to identify your current strengths and resources. We will then develop some ideas of how you'd like things to be different in your life and how you can start moving towards them. When you feel a more consistent sense of well being and self confidence often our work is complete. Of course, you get to decide when that time is.