Experiential therapists in Aurora, Illinois IL
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Experiential Therapy
Polaris Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Welcome to Polaris Counseling! We are a group practice consisting of fully licensed counselors and social workers. Our mission is to provide high quality counseling services to individuals, couples and families in a professional, non-judgmental, and friendly environment at an affordable cost to you!
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, IL
Online in Aurora, IL Illinois
Experiential Therapy
Ashley Miller Nolan
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Through online therapy, I enjoy connecting with people and creating space for us to be fully present. Experiencing the magic and power of being fully present right here and now with another human being is a deeply fulfilling privilege for me.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, IL
Online in Aurora, IL Illinois
Experiential Therapy
Mind Body Connections
Counselor/Therapist
Mind Body Connections is a group practice with locations in Naperville and Chicago, and the professional home of 10 highly skilled therapists each in their areas of expertise. We believe in the importance of identifying and attending to the root cause of the issues that brought you to seek therapy at this time. By working with us, you will gain skills to support yourself outside of the therapy hour and feel more empowered to tackle life's challenges. As the owner of Mind Body Connections, I will personally do your intake within less than 48 hours and place you with the clinician that will best meet your needs.
28 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, IL
Online in Aurora, IL Illinois
Experiential Therapy
Patrick R. Gunderson, Ph.D., PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults (average age 13 to 25) who struggle with anxiety disorders. My expertise is in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. I am a seasoned and integrative/eclectic clinical psychologist who has been practicing in the field of psychotherapy since 2004. My approach to therapy is creative and stimulating, but also challenging. I can provide a safe emotional space for healing.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, IL
Experiential Therapy
Ilyssa Swartout
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I’m Dr. Ilyssa Swartout, a licensed psychologist dedicated to helping adults and couples heal from past wounds and create meaningful change. My approach blends warmth, presence, and evidence-based therapy to help you move beyond old patterns and reconnect with your sense of worth and wholeness.
My background includes over 20 years of mentorship with James Bugental, Ph.D., founder of Humanistic Psychotherapy, and advanced training in EMDR, Brainspotting, Gestalt Therapy, and Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy (DNMS). These approaches support healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties by addressing both emotional and body-based experiences.
As an EMDR Consultant and Certified In-Depth Therapist, I guide clients and other professionals toward lasting transformation and self-understanding.
Therapy is a courageous step toward healing and growth. Together, we’ll create a safe and supportive space for you to explore, recover, and thrive.
25 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Aurora is one of Illinois's largest cities and serves as a western anchor of the Chicago metro — with a large Latino population (predominantly Mexican American), a growing South Asian community, and a blue-collar manufacturing heritage that shapes its therapy culture. The city's historically Hispanic west side has distinct mental health needs rooted in immigration stress, economic precarity, and bilingual family dynamics, while the more affluent east side neighborhoods generate demand for therapists working with professional stress and relationship concerns. Rush Copley Medical Center provides institutional mental health resources alongside a private therapy community that serves Aurora and the broader Fox Valley corridor. Aurora's affordability relative to Chicago has made it a destination for families seeking more space, and therapists frequently encounter the adjustment challenges and social isolation that come with suburban relocation.
Experiential Therapy therapists in Aurora, Illinois Statistics
Experiential Therapy therapists in Aurora, Illinois average 17 years of experience and charge around $188 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (74%), and Self Esteem (65%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$188
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 53% |
Online Only |
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| 44% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 74% | Depression |
| 65% | Self Esteem |
| 62% | Stress |
| 56% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 50% | Social Anxiety |
| 50% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Senior |
| 35% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Men |
| 26% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Buddhist |