Life Transitions therapists in Franklin Park, Illinois IL
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Life Transitions
Susan Killelea
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, Sex Therapist
Life transitions include beginning and ending relationships, gaining or losing family or household members, coming out or affirming gender, and relocating
There are many types of life transitions and even those viewed as positive may come with stress and difficulty. My approach assists clients to clarify their personal values and life goals, learn to make life-enhancing behavioral changes, and develop new and more flexible ways of thinking about and responding to challenges.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Franklin Park, IL
Online in Franklin Park, IL Illinois
Life Transitions
TriWellness
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LCSW, LPC, BCN, CIT, CYYT, QEEG-C, AAT-I
We support individuals navigating major life transitions such as career changes, parenthood, relationship shifts, relocation, and other periods of uncertainty or growth. Our integrative approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed and attachment-based therapy, family systems work, as well as mind–body interventions such as neurofeedback, biofeedback, yoga, and animal-assisted therapy. Together, these approaches help clients process change, build resilience, and move forward with greater clarity, balance, and confidence.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Franklin Park, IL
Online in Franklin Park, IL Illinois
Life Transitions
Dr. Ryan Kitts Schallon
Psychologist, PsyD
Every major transition — a move, a loss, a new beginning, the end of something that defined you — strips away the structure you had been living inside without noticing. What remains can feel like nothing. That blankness is not emptiness. It is the space before the next thing, and it requires a particular kind of patience. Therapy during transition is not about figuring out the next step. It is about tolerating the interval long enough to discover what actually wants to emerge, rather than grabbing for the first thing that will make the uncertainty stop.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Franklin Park, IL
Online in Franklin Park, IL Illinois
Life Transitions
Beck Gardner
Pre-Licensed Professional, M.A.
Psychoanalytic therapy and it's goal of self understanding can be particularly helpful when you're navigating a major life transition. I work with people at transitions at various ages, but I particularly enjoy working with young adults as they navigate the world in a new way.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Franklin Park, IL
Online in Franklin Park, IL Illinois
Life Transitions
Nicole Houde
Pre-Licensed Professional
I work with individuals navigating life transitions by helping them process change and adjust to new roles, expectations, or identities. Life transitions can include shifts in relationships, career changes, moving, or other periods of uncertainty that can feel overwhelming or destabilizing. In therapy, we focus on making sense of these changes, building coping strategies, and increasing your ability to tolerate uncertainty. I incorporate CBT and ACT-based approaches to help you stay grounded during times of change while moving forward with greater clarity and intention.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Franklin Park, IL
Online in Franklin Park, IL Illinois
Life Transitions
Andrew McKenzie, Psy.D.
Psychologist
Major life changes often bring uncertainty, even when they're positive. Whether you're navigating a career change, identity shift, relationship change, becoming a parent, retirement, or another transition, therapy offers space to slow down and make sense of what you're experiencing. Together, we'll explore both the practical and emotional challenges that come with change while developing the flexibility to move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Franklin Park, IL
Online in Franklin Park, IL Illinois
Life Transitions
Aaliyah Gilbert
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LSW
Life transitions can bring uncertainty, stress, and a mix of emotions—even when the change is expected or positive. I support clients as they navigate major shifts such as career changes, relationship changes, identity development, and new stages of adulthood. In our work together, we focus on processing what is shifting, making sense of emotional responses, and identifying what stability and direction look like for you moving forward. My goal is to help you feel more grounded and confident as you adjust to change, while building clarity, resilience, and self-trust along the way.
2 Years Experience
Online in Franklin Park, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Life Transitions
Anne Zakaras
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C
Change—even when it is chosen or positive—can completely disrupt our sense of stability, leaving us feeling untethered, anxious, or unsure of who we are anymore. Anne provides a warm, open, and collaborative space to help you safely ground yourself during periods of significant life transition. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, she partners with individuals to navigate the shifting landscapes of identity, routine, and expectation, helping them move through uncertainty with clarity and confidence.
Anne’s integrative approach is uniquely designed for seasons of change. By combining traditional talk therapy with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and creative art therapy, she helps clients process complex emotions that are often hard to articulate. Whether you are navigating the profound shift into parenthood (maternal, paternal, or parental mental health), weathering a new medical diagnosis, processing deep grief and bereavement, or restructuring your life after professional burnout or a career pivot, Anne will help you build practical coping strategies to bridge the gap between where you’ve been and where you are going.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Franklin Park, IL
Online in Franklin Park, IL Illinois
Life Transitions
Kathy Pflederer
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, B.S.Nursing, MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling,
Major life changes can bring excitement and uncertainty at the same time. I help clients navigate transitions such as changes in relationships, career, family roles, aging, and identity while gaining clarity about what matters most and what comes next.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Franklin Park, IL
Online in Franklin Park, IL Illinois
Life Transitions
Natalie A Shafer
Counselor/Therapist, MA, NCC, LPC
Over time, I’ve developed a particular interest in working with life-stage transitions, whether that’s navigating adulthood, aging, shifting relationships, or redefining identity. Periods of change such as starting a new job, becoming a parent, or entering a new phase of life, can bring both uncertainty and opportunity. I work with you to process these shifts and move through them with greater clarity and intention.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Franklin Park, IL
Online in Franklin Park, IL Illinois
Life Transitions therapists in Franklin Park, Illinois Statistics
Life Transitions therapists in Franklin Park, Illinois average 12 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
60%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 75% |
Female |
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| 23% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 28% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 27% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Men |
| 23% | Black / African American |
| 20% | Christian |