Forgiveness therapists in Elgin, IL
Browse Forgiveness therapists in Elgin, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Forgiveness
Patrick R. Gunderson, Ph.D., PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
As my doctoral dissertation focused on forgiveness, I consider myself a specialist in this area of psychology. Forgiveness is a difficult process to navigate, and it is especially challenging when we need to forgive ourselves. I can help in developing acceptance and understanding, resolving associated guilt and self-blame, and improving relationships with others and yourself.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Forgiveness
Mun & Mind Therapy PLLC
Psychologist
Forgiveness is a deeply personal process that looks different for everyone. It does not mean excusing harmful behavior or forgetting painful experiences. Whether you are struggling to forgive someone else or yourself, we help clients explore feelings of hurt, anger, guilt, and resentment while finding a path that aligns with their values, healing, and wellbeing.
2 Years Experience
Online in Elgin, IL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Paulina Birgiolaite
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW, CMNCS
Forgiveness can feel complicated, especially when you’ve been deeply hurt. It’s not about minimizing what happened or forcing yourself to “get over it.” In therapy, we explore what forgiveness means to you and how to release the emotional weight in a way that supports your healing and growth.
8 Years Experience
Online in Elgin, IL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Innovative Counseling Partners, LLC & Jennifer Froemel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
I see the therapeutic process as myself guiding my clients through difficult situations to move forward in life, and feel more energized. My clients say that I supportively nudge them along and that our therapeutic rapport is what helps them better find themselves.
28 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Forgiveness
Mind Lodge
Therapist, LCPC
Forgiveness can be a powerful tool for personal growth. We guide clients through the process of releasing anger, finding peace, and strengthening relationships.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Online in Elgin, IL
Forgiveness
Dr. Ryan Kitts Schallon
Psychologist, PsyD
Forgiveness is one of the most misused words in the language. It gets deployed as a demand — as though the person who was hurt owes the one who hurt them a resolution. Real forgiveness, when it comes, is not a decision. It is something that happens when a person has been allowed to fully inhabit their anger, their grief, the reality of what was taken. You cannot skip to the end. The therapeutic work is in everything that comes before — the parts no one wants to stay with.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Online in Elgin, IL
Forgiveness
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In helping patients struggling with forgiveness, I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space for them to explore their feelings and experiences. Through therapy, we work together to understand the root causes of their struggles with forgiveness, such as past traumas or deeply held beliefs. I offer techniques and strategies to help them process their emotions, including mindfulness, journaling, and guided imagery. We also explore the concept of empathy, helping patients understand the perspective of the person who wronged them. Together, we identify and challenge any barriers to forgiveness, such as resentment or fear of vulnerability. My goal is to empower patients to find their own path to forgiveness, whether it involves reconciliation or simply letting go of negative emotions and moving forward with their lives.
5 Years Experience
Online in Elgin, IL (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Kathy Pflederer
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, B.S.Nursing, MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling,
I help clients explore forgiveness in a way that honors the depth of their hurt while making room for healing and freedom. Therapy can help you work through anger, resentment, betrayal, and unresolved pain without minimizing what happened or losing healthy boundaries.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Online in Elgin, IL
Forgiveness
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
How do we learn to forgive ourselves and others when we are unable to undo what has occurred?
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Online in Elgin, IL
Forgiveness
Nostos Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
We incorporate elements fo radical acceptance into our work with individuals to help them find a sense of peace and forgiveness within their lives.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Online in Elgin, IL
Elgin is a Fox Valley city northwest of Chicago with a large Latino community, a historic downtown, and a working-class economy in steady transition — plus a notable mental health landmark: the Elgin Mental Health Center, one of Illinois' major state psychiatric hospitals. Local needs center on economic stress, immigrant family dynamics, and Spanish-language access. Community providers, the Ecker Center, and the Chicago metro's market serve the area.
Forgiveness therapists in Elgin, IL Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Elgin, IL average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 96% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (40%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 39% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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| 4% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 36% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Christian |
| 39% | Military / Veterans |