Find a Therapist in Woodstock, IL

My approach to working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families is centered on the idea that we are experiencing components of our personal story each and every day. When we conclude a chapter, it can impact the next chapter. By understanding our experiences and crafting our next steps, we can shape our story. I seek clients who are open to the discovery of their story and how it led them to their current circumstance. I am best able to nurture a relationship with a client that is aware of their reason for seeking support, and who is comfortable with a direct approach to realizing their goals. I have considerable experience working with adolescents and families with a wide range of circumstances, mental health concerns, and supporting those who were in crisis. Additionally, my experience extends to working with adults coping with a life transition, relationships, and mental health issues. Additionally, I work with clients seeking support in their healing journey as survivors of abuse and other traumas. Also, I appreciate the complex circumstances in working with men and women impacted by domestic violence. My professional experiences in law enforcement and child welfare provides a unique perspective in supporting veterans, medical, public safety, child welfare, and other professionals who are susceptible to experiencing personal, relational, and professional disruption due to post-traumatic stress, secondary traumatic stress, vicarious trauma, and burnout.

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.

We shall not cease from exploration And the end of all our exploring Will be to arrive where we started And know the place for the first time T.S. Eliot I believe that self-knowledge brings self-compassion. We are often our own worst critic and that internal critic can be a barrier to a stronger, more positive sense of one’s self. Understanding how you developed your own view of yourself and of the world is an important lifelong journey. Developing a coherent narrative, Identifying your personal patterns in relationships and how they often get repeated, exploring how your negative thoughts can impact your responses, and understanding enactments from the past within your relationships and how these may get triggered in present day life are important avenues to real change in your life. Gently exploring these aspects of the self within a collaborative relationship with a therapist in a warm, safe, nurturing, and empowering environment can move you toward a greater sense of self -acceptance and self-connection. Achieving these goals can lead to more authentic, connected relationships with others-which as human beings is what we all ultimately seek. Making the decision to enter therapy is one of the most difficult aspects of this journey. Taking this first step is often made in the context of a life crisis, dissatisfaction and chronic difficulties within important relationships, struggles with a life transition or developmental phase, depression, anxiety, and coping mechanisms that lead to self-sabotaging patterns. Difficulties in school, work, career choices or other important roles in life, dealing with aging parents, medical illness, and parenting concerns are some of the other life experiences that can also lead to considering seeking therapy. Often we struggle with these issues alone; fearful of vulnerability or shame or a lifelong pattern of doing things on your own and having a deep rooted struggle with asking for help. You are not alone.

You're capable of reaching your highest potential, and yet you might be holding yourself back, feeling stuck in overthinking, self-doubt, or comparison to others, and it’s taking a toll on your well-being. Life’s to-dos are piling up, and you feel overwhelmed, but you want motivation, higher self-confidence, and better boundary setting without guilt or shame. This can feel exhausting, and you don’t need to go through it alone. I’m here to help you break the cycle and develop habits that make day-to-day life more manageable. I know how hard it can be to ask for help or show up for yourself; the first step is being here! I want to help you feel at ease as you work toward a version of you that feels proud of the person you’ve always been capable of becoming. You deserve to have the life you’ve always imagined and to give the best version of yourself to yourself. In therapy sessions with me, my welcoming space includes humor, compassion, understanding, and encouragement. I’m here to be uplifting support, to provide you with tools for improvement, and to remind you of just how awesome you already are. You and I will work collaboratively to build on the patterns you’ve established that work for you, and adjust the ones that aren’t, so you can move toward a path that feels more at ease.

I believe in the healing power of the therapeutic relationship and work in a collaborative nature to help clients create health and balance in their lives. I work from a strengths based approach and believe in clients' ultimate ability to achieve their goals, make changes and create the life they want to live. Working from a relational perspective, I help clients create new narratives that move them forward and build healthy, sustainable relationships.

Are you having the same painful argument over and over, or perhaps you've stopped arguing altogether and feel more like roommates than partners? Maybe trust has been broken, resentment has grown, or you're wondering whether your relationship can be repaired. I help couples understand the patterns beneath recurring conflict so they can move beyond blame, communicate more effectively, and decide with greater clarity and confidence how they want to move forward. I welcome multicultural, neurodiverse, LGBTQ+, and consensually non-monogamous relationships. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I offer an active approach grounded in leading evidence-based models of couples therapy, including the Gottman Method and emotionally focused therapy (EFT). If you're rebuilding after betrayal, navigating parenting or life transitions, or considering separation, I'll tailor therapy to the unique needs, strengths, and goals of your relationship. Relationship struggles can feel lonely, confusing, and overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate them alone. My office is a place to slow things down, better understand yourself and your partner, and begin creating lasting change. If you're ready to take the next step, I'd be honored to help.

Clients often come to me after feeling something was “missing” in past therapy, or that deeper change remained out of reach. My integrative approach combines internal family systems, somatic, and psychodynamic work to access layers traditional talk therapy often doesn’t reach. Specializing in aspects of trauma means strengthening sense of identity and self, emotional regulation, interpersonal patterns, as well as deeper difficulties often associated with borderline personality condition. I also enjoy supporting expats and otherwise mobile clients, drawing on my global clinical work and lived experience as a long-term expat. Clients appreciate how I intuitively pull upon a variety of modalities as therapy evolves. Heavily relying on internal family systems, somatic, and attachment-based interventions, I also blend in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), as seems fit. My approach is centered on creating sustainable, long-term change by addressing the underlying patterns that shape emotional well-being and relationships. If this resonates, I invite you to reach out to explore whether my practice may be a good fit for you.

I sincerely believe that each of us is born into this world deserving of happiness, safety, and love. For some of us, the road to emotional wellness can be impacted by forces and experiences beyond our control. At times, we can lose sight of the beauty life has to offer us due to potential trauma, family history, or hardships we’ve experienced. My goal is to help you uncover, rediscover, and reclaim the joy and purpose in your life through compassionate, welcoming, and conversational counseling services. Using a holistic approach focused on connecting the mind, body, and spirit, I help you connect with your higher purpose and experience life free from emotional pain. As a bilingual practitioner, I offer compassionate, collaborative services that help you live a happier, more rewarding life filled with joy and purpose. Emotional stress and setbacks are a normal part of our human existence; however, these challenges can have a tremendous impact on how we view ourselves and our lives. My goal is to help you explore, understand, and overcome your obstacles, and start living a life filled with promise, hope, and possibility.

My name is Dr. Toyah Wilson, and I am excited to introduce you to New Leaf Counseling and Wellness, My group therapy practice is dedicated to fostering mental wellness and personal growth. With a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges and embrace their full potential, I have established New Leaf Counseling and Wellness as a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client I serve. As a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the field, I specialize in EMDR, trauma-informed care, mindfulness-based interventions, women’s concerns, and diversity. Whether clients are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, need an assessment and testing or simply seeking personal growth, I am committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based therapy to support their journey towards healing and self-discovery. My practice specializes in individual therapy for adults as well as psychological testingevaluations for high schoolers to adults.

I believe in empowering individuals facing trauma, grief, or ADHD by sharing practical mental health skills tailored to their needs. My approach is rooted in respect, collaboration, and creating a safe, supportive space. I believe learning and practicing effective strategies is key to long-term recovery and well-being. Together, we will listen to your heart, strengthen your self-understanding, and build connections to your healthiest self and community. If you are ready to take the next step on your mental health journey, I am here to support and guide you. If this feels right to you. Call for a free 30-minute consultation.