Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is an injury that affects the brain. TBIs can cause many mental health issues depending on the type of injury sustained. TBIs are directly associated with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and mood disorders.
Available Treatment Options
Individuals with a TBI may benefit from various medications and physical, speech, and occupational therapy.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Traumatic Brain Injury
Ryan is a Licensed Social Worker specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Mindfulness techniques. Her goal is to help clients identify and capitalize upon their ability to cope with emotional distress and live fulfilling lives. Ryan’s approach is change-oriented, with a focus upon developing new ways of thinking, behaving, and responding to life’s...
I am here to provide empathic listening and hold sacred space for people seeking improved mental health, enhanced brain function, more self-love and acceptance, spiritual guidance, and enriched relationships with others. You may have experienced a loss, a trauma, a transition, or an unexpected life upheaval. My job is to walk with you in the darkness and shine a light, so we may find the way...
"We argue and argue but never resolve anything." Maybe you are very hurt and think, "I can't do this anymore". A couple's therapist listens (instead of passing judgment) and looks for facts (not the Problem Person). We study your communication patterns and ask for background information that could help solve today's conflicts. Therapists support your effort to improve a relationship, even if it...
**Teletherapy services** I am a cognitive behavioral therapist, and I treat children and adults who are experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress over life transitions. With warmth, empathy, and a collaborative approach, I will help you develop coping skills, address unhealthy patterns of thinking, and support you through the challenges you face. In a time where so many things se...
My therapeutic approach is infused with a passion for creating and providing open and interactive dialogue, empowering adults of all ages to meet life’s problems, transitions, and tough decisions with greater confidence and awareness. Utilizing techniques from evidence based Cognitive-Behavioral, short term problem solving therapy, and mindfulness practices, I will assist you in identifying...
Tom is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Illinois and is also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. He has been trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). He obtained his Masters degree in Human Services from National Louis University. Tom has extensive experience working with adults...
(Not Accepting New Clients At This Time) Are you feeling stuck or struggling to make changes in life but can’t quite figure out how to get there? I work with clients to help them achieve their goals and make meaningful changes in their lives. This active approach is meant to help you move towards a sense of peace and fulfillment. As part of this process, I will help you learn skills and develop...
I specialize in assessing and diagnosing various learning, social, emotional, behavioral and developmental disabilities in children, adolescents and adults. I provide comprehensive psychological evaluations in the following areas: forensic (civil and criminal), public safety, academic, cognitive, and medical. I am a qualified medical examiner (QME) and POST-certified. In addition to psychologic...
Is something getting in your way of living the life you want and deserve? Anxiety, trauma, depression, and life’s obstacles can feel like impossible hurdles to tackle on your own. That’s where I come in. I believe that healing occurs through our relationships with others. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. I promise to sit across from you as a genuine, honest, human being. I won't j...
My approach to many issues we might face is that with a change in our mindset or normal path of thinking, we most likely have solutions to our concerns within ourselves. By changing our mindset or charting a new path we can find healing and peace. Sometimes we have to dig deep and look at situations from a different angle to see how we can take control and make the change we desire to achieve o...
Hi. I am Diane Appal, MS, LPC and I work with patients age 14 and over for individual, couples and family therapy. I enjoy helping clients navigate through difficult circumstances including, but not limited to, loss of interest, boundary setting, lack of motivation, guilt, shame, anxiety, depression, grief, worry, low self-esteem and poor self-care. Accomplishing this requires establishing a...
I offer a broad range of services for children through older adults and I enjoy working with individuals as well as couples and families to improve mental health, relationships, and daily life. My sessions are structured to support my clients in setting goals for themselves, adjusting to difficult situations, improving communication skills, and learning coping strategies. For those with...
I believe all people have internal knowledge that can be accessed in order to know how to resolve problems. I help my clients get in touch with and follow this inner knowledge. My background includes: a Master of Science in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from Montana State University; certification as a Rolfer by the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute in Boulder, CO (2004); a Bachelor of Arts ...
The average person who isn’t a first responder never sees anything close to what you’ve seen. You experience more death, tragedy, and violence in a year than most people experience in a lifetime. The demands of your job impact your relationships, your attitudes, and your health. You have a hard time sleeping. You can’t remember the last time you felt truly at ease and happy. And the intense str...
My journey in the mental health field started 10 years ago. As a therapist specializing in trauma, I can help you in exploring your needs and feelings that have negatively impacted your lives. I have worked with children, adults, and adolescents in the community I bring extensive experience in helping clients explore negative thoughts, triggers to their anxiety and depression, and helping them ...
