counseling for Women
Counseling for women helps with depression, anxiety, stress & more.
You may have arrived here because
You feel depressed and anxious about your love life? Do you feel stressed out by the demands of life? Whether you are a mother, a career woman, or both, you might feel overwhelmed and inadequate. Maybe you are going through a painful divorce or trying to find your way as a young adult. If so, you might wonder:
Do I measure up as a mother?
Will I ever find love?
What is my reason for being?
Am I with the right person?
These obsessive thoughts and questions can indeed disrupt your life, making it difficult to concentrate, sleep, eat, or feel happiness in your daily life. The constant worry can be an unshakeable sense of anxiety that looms over you throughout the day, making even the simplest tasks seem daunting.
Perhaps you deal with your problems by concealing parts of yourself from your loved ones. Perhaps, you act like you have it all figured out but you don’t. You are anxious. Anxious about your future. To escape the anxiety, you splurge, have self-care days, overcompensate as a mom, you share false happiness, buy material things just to fill the void you feel. While your coping strategies might provide temporary relief its not providing the emotional relief your looking for.
As a therapist in the Sycamore and Dekalb area, my goal is to help you get in touch with your emotions, reflect on your life, confront the aspects of you that need to be reconciled with, and find solutions that work.
Therapy can help
Understand your inner self
In our therapy sessions, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to uncover your true identity. We will work together to understand your fears, hopes, and dreams. This process will help you gain a better understanding of yourself and your purpose in life.
Master Your Emotions
Emotion regulation is a crucial part of mental health. We will work on strategies to help you manage your emotions effectively. This will not only improve your mental health but also enhance your relationships and overall quality of life.
Boost Your Confidence
Low self-esteem can often lead to feelings of worthlessness and a lack of purpose. Our therapy sessions will focus on building your self-esteem. We will work on recognizing your strengths and celebrating your achievements.
Areas of specialty
In my therapy practice for women, I deal with a wide variety of topics, including:
Dating
Relationships
Depression/Anxiety
Life transitions
Stress management
Career exploration
Parental emotional neglect
Self-worth and self-esteem
Problems related to decision-making
Navigating career and motherhood
And more!
What I don’t treat:
Currently, I provide outpatient services to people who are experiencing mental health-related problems, ranging from mild to moderate symptom severity.
The practice is not able to support individuals who struggle with sexual trauma, psychosis, active domestic violence, and substance use disorder. These areas require specialized therapeutic approaches and resources. However, I understand the importance of finding the right help and I am more than willing to assist in locating appropriate resources or referrals for these issues.
Want to have a quick chat to make sure we are an appropriate fit for each other? Schedule your free 15-minute consultation.
Who are my clients?
My clients are adult women (18+), mostly in Sycamore, Dekalb, Cortland, Kingston, Genoa, Aurora, and the greater Chicagoland area.
They are often working professionals or stay-at-home moms who are looking for support and ongoing care related to a wide variety of emotional behaviors (outlined above).
They aren't looking for a “quick fix” and instead are committed to finding long-term solutions to their problems. They know that the answer won’t come to them in a single session, which is why they value the relationship and level of intimacy and trust that is built over a prolonged time together.
If you’re seeking non-judgmental and compassionate counseling for women, please book a quick consultation to get started today!
FAQs
How do therapy sessions work?
A therapy session is typically 50-minutes long, once a week or every two weeks, and then at decreasing intervals as you near your therapy goals. If you need to cancel or reschedule your session, a minimum of 24 hours notice is required.
How & where do these sessions take place?
In-person or online - up to you!
What does “hands on therapy” mean?
My style of therapy often includes a “hands on” style. We use traditional talk therapy, but also add in more active elements including written exercises, role playing certain situations, acting out hypothetical conversations, etc.
Is my information kept private before/during/after a counselling session?
Absolutely, are sessions are confidential. However, there may be circumstance where I may need to consult with another seasoned clinician on your problem in order to provide you the best level of care. But no need to worry, they are bound by the same ethical guidelines as me.
Your personal information & data is private and will never be shared or sold to third party organizations for sales and/or marketing purposes.
What’s the cost?
$125 for a 50-minute 1-on-1 individual session.
What are my payment options?
I accept payment via cash, debit or credit card, or HSA or FSA card at the end of each session. Payments are processed via Stripe.
Do you accept insurance?
-Cigna
-Aetna, Atena Medicare PPO
-Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Anthem, Regence
-United Health Care, UMR, SisCo, Optum
Book a counseling session with Siera today
Whenever you’re ready, I’m here for you.
Call or email now to reserve a 15 minute free consultation by phone. This consultation time allows you to connect with me briefly to discuss your concerns and to ask any questions you may have about me or my counselling process.
