Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Des Plaines, Illinois IL
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Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Eric Tivers (ADHD reWired)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP
Hi, I’m Eric Tivers, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider based in Illinois. I’m also AuDHD, queer, and deeply committed to helping other neurodivergent adults build lives that feel more grounded, authentic, and sustainable.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the “right” things but still can’t seem to keep up, you’re not alone — and you’re not broken. I work with ADHDers, autistic adults, and other neurodivergent humans who are navigating overwhelm, burnout, emotional regulation, and self-acceptance. My style is down-to-earth, compassionate, and direct. I blend therapy, coaching, and practical strategies that help you turn insight into real change.
I’m also sex-positive, kink-aware, and LGBTQ+ affirming. Many of my clients are exploring identity, communication, or relationships in ways that don’t fit neatly into a box — and that’s exactly where we can do our best work. My goal is to create a space where you can show up as your full self, without shame or judgment.
Outside of therapy, I host the ADHD reWired podcast and lead intensive coaching and accountability groups for adults with ADHD — communities that have helped hundreds of people connect, grow, and thrive.
Whether you’re seeking therapy for ADHD, autism, trauma, or simply wanting to feel more at ease in your own skin, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Let’s find a way to make life work with your brain, not against it.
17 Years Experience
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Wolf Pack Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Wolf Pack is a team of therapists dedicated to helping you feel seen, supported, and understood. We work collaboratively to provide trauma-responsive, compassionate care for anxiety, depression, grief, neurodiversity, identity, and life transitions, supporting you in taking meaningful steps toward wellness
19 Years Experience
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Emem Itiat
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
I believe in the power of healing through promoting self-awareness, autonomy and empowerment, and also in people's strength to move towards change. Though suffering is a part of life, something that all humans share, working to manifest helpful and sustainable coping mechanisms, and skills that will work to serve you long term makes a difference in the quality of life a person experiences. I work from a Health at Every Size (HAES) and humanist framework, observing individuals as a whole, and when it comes to the war against body discrimination and terrorism, I believe in working to enhance radical acceptance through promoting self-contentment, end weight discrimination by identifying the underlying and overlying systems of oppression, dismantling those systems, and working against the cultural obsession with diet culture, and the pursuit of thinness and perfection. I believe in concepts such as radical self-love, self-trust, self-awareness, radical-acceptance, freedom, agency, self-compassion, and self-actualization to help guide individuals to fulfill their potential and maximize their wellbeing.
16 Years Experience
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Ostara Psychotherapy Associates PLLC
Psychologist
All of us come to a fork in the road in life, perhaps many times. You may feel there is no hope. You may feel alone and misunderstood. Maybe you have traveled this path before. You wonder if it is just you that has these problems. Whatever brings you here I am so glad you did not give up. I have been on this path and survived and thrived as a person and professional. I am dedicated to meeting you where you are at with a firm believer one size does not fit all. Together we will discover how to make life more manageable in line with your values and goals and create the support system that works best for you.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Des Plaines, IL
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Shuwanda Hudson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
I see therapy as a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself in a way that feels honest and supportive. My work is grounded in curiosity, respect, and collaboration, with an emphasis on helping clients feel understood. I am deeply interested in how lived experience, identity, and nervous system responses shape the ways we cope, relate, and make meaning. My hope is to support you in developing insight and practical tools that foster self-trust, emotional flexibility, and a greater sense of agency in your life.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Des Plaines, IL
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Nicole Houde
Pre-Licensed Professional
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck in relationships, life direction, or their sense of self, even when things appear fine on the outside. You may find yourself questioning who you are, repeating familiar relationship patterns, struggling to trust yourself, or feeling disconnected from parts of yourself. Therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and begin moving forward with greater clarity and confidence.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Des Plaines, IL
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Paulina Birgiolaite
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW, CMNCS
Does setting boundaries feel uncomfortable or even unsafe? Do you find yourself overthinking, people-pleasing, or striving for perfection while quietly feeling exhausted? I specialize in helping women and helping professionals break free from burnout and reclaim their time, energy, and sense of self. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and REBT, I offer a supportive space where real, practical change happens. If you’re ready for therapy that actually helps you move forward, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
8 Years Experience
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Annette Popernik
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I am a Latina therapist who believes that people need to be seen and heard, not "fixed." We are all human and all of us need support. This is a safe space for you to be heard, seen, and welcomed. I serve adults of all ages in the state of Illinois via telehealth. If you find you like my therapeutic style, that's wonderful. We can have recurring sessions. You may come to sessions with lots to talk about and other times you may find it hard to just show up. That's okay. I can create as much or little structure as you would like. I'll shine a flashlight and support you through this.
9 Years Experience
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Stephanie Kaufman Wolken
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Stephanie is passionate about providing evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) for older adolescents, young adults and adults with OCD, depression, anxiety and related disorders. Contact Stephanie for a complimentary phone consultation
8 Years Experience
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Dr Calvin Young
Counselor/Therapist, PhD, LCPC
My work begins with you. For over two decades, in different locations I have set out to use the power of the spoken word to help those who struggle with psychological and emotional issues. I have not perfected the art of therapy as yet -still trying! I promise to always deploy the best thinking and scientific research in behavior change, and brain support dynamics and technologies to help you to optimize your potential and live your best emotional life.
30 Years Experience
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Des Plaines, Illinois Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Des Plaines, Illinois average 13 years of experience and charge around $189 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (84%), Depression (72%), and Stress (66%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$189
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 84% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 72% | Depression |
| 66% | Stress |
| 58% | Self Esteem |
| 54% | Social Anxiety |
| 52% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 50% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 40% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |