Emotional Abuse therapists in Gage Park, IL
Browse Emotional Abuse therapists in Gage Park, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Abuse comes in all shapes and forms. However, mistreatment by others and emotional abuse can have insidious consequences regarding how we feel about ourselves and the world around us.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gage Park, IL
Online in Gage Park, IL
Emotional Abuse
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I support individuals who have experienced emotional or psychological abuse in relationships, families, or other environments. Drawing on extensive clinical experience working with trauma, personality dynamics, and complex relational patterns in both community mental health and private practice, I help clients rebuild self-worth, strengthen boundaries, and process the lasting impact of manipulation and control. My approach is compassionate, empowering, and trauma-informed, providing a clear path toward healing, confidence, and healthier relationships.
16 Years Experience
Online in Gage Park, IL (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In supporting patients who have experienced emotional abuse, I provide a safe and validating environment for them to explore their feelings and experiences. Through therapy, we work together to process the impact of emotional abuse on their self-esteem, sense of worth, and overall well-being. I offer validation, helping patients recognize that their experiences are real and valid. We explore coping strategies to manage the emotional aftermath of abuse, such as setting boundaries, building self-confidence, and developing healthy relationships. Additionally, I provide education about emotional abuse dynamics and help patients identify and challenge any distorted beliefs or negative patterns that may have resulted from the abuse. My goal is to empower patients to heal from the effects of emotional abuse, regain their sense of agency and self-worth, and move forward in their lives with resilience and strength.
5 Years Experience
Online in Gage Park, IL (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Andrew Bingman
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, PsyD
Many clients who have experienced emotional abuse will internalize abusive messages about themselves, resulting in low self-esteem and a reduced sense of self-worth. I work with clients to help identify the source of harmful beliefs they hold about themselves and to help foster and develop an alternative view of themselves that is affirming and empowering.
15 Years Experience
Online in Gage Park, IL (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Rachel Miller
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Emotional abuse can be subtle, confusing, and deeply damaging over time. I work with individuals and couples to identify harmful patterns and power dynamics, name what has been happening, and understand the impact on self-worth and the relationship. My approach supports accountability, boundary-setting, repair, and more intentional, respectful ways of relating moving forward.
9 Years Experience
Online in Gage Park, IL (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Cultivate Your Essence
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, LCPC, MFT
Emotional abuse can leave invisible wounds that affect self-esteem, relationships, and emotional well-being. Our therapists provide a safe and supportive environment to help clients process their experiences, establish healthy boundaries, rebuild confidence, and develop healthier patterns of relating to themselves and others.
8 Years Experience
Online in Gage Park, IL (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Allyson Stephens
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
Emotional abuse can also be a hard cycle to break. I think it is important to come from a non-judgemental lens and understand what is going on. I provide support and help you understand on how to help yourself through emotional abuse. I use trauma informed interventions like IFS, EMDR, and Somatic Therapy.
8 Years Experience
Online in Gage Park, IL (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Katy Crone
Psychologist, Psy.D., LCP
Abuse within relationships shapes our sense of self and trust in others and can create long-lasting changes in how we feel and move through the world. Insight-based therapy can also aid you in identifying harmful relationships and marginalizing environments which may be undermining your success or happiness. We help clients unpack painful experiences with patience and compassion and move toward rebuilding safety and closeness with self and others.
15 Years Experience
Online in Gage Park, IL (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Kathy Pflederer
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, B.S.Nursing, MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling,
I support clients who have experienced criticism, manipulation, control, gaslighting, or other forms of emotional abuse in understanding what has happened and rebuilding their sense of self. Therapy can provide a safe space to develop clarity, strengthen boundaries, restore confidence, and move toward healthier relationships.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gage Park, IL
Online in Gage Park, IL
Emotional Abuse
Maggie Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, EMDR Certified, NCC
Emotional abuse can leave lasting wounds that no one can see, but you feel every day. It often leads to self-doubt, feeling “never good enough,” second-guessing yourself, and living on edge trying to keep others happy. I know from personal experience how confusing and painful it can be to make sense of what you lived through, what you were told about yourself, and how you were treated. Healing is possible. In therapy, we’ll work to understand the dynamics of emotional abuse, why it happens, and how it impacts your nervous system, identity, and relationships. Most importantly, we’ll focus on helping you reclaim your voice, rebuild self-trust, and set boundaries that support healthier connections moving forward.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gage Park, IL
Online in Gage Park, IL
Emotional Abuse therapists in Gage Park, IL Statistics
Emotional Abuse therapists in Gage Park, IL average 18 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (58%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (45%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (42%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
32%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 58% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 70% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Men |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |
| 32% | Hispanic / Latino |