Forgiveness therapists in Sterling, IL
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Join the Rebellion (JTR23 Inc)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Forgiveness for high-performing men is rarely about forgiving others — it's about releasing the self-criticism, shame, and resentment they've been carrying for years without ever examining the weight. I work with men through Character Driven Therapy to explore what forgiveness actually means, what makes it feel impossible, and how holding onto resentment and self-blame quietly erodes the internal stability they've worked so hard to build. Forgiveness isn't weakness — it's one of the most demanding things a driven man can choose to do.
11 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
Eric Olsen
Life Coach, PTSD, Trauma Triage, BSc Social Sciences, DoD Career Councilor, SARC, DAPA, Pre Licensed Human Intelligence / Psychology, Life Coach. | Professional Support: LSSBB, PgM, Bluestone PMP,
I can help you with spiritual matters regarding forgiveness. Always know you are not alone and can move through this path to forgiveness with confidence.
17 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
Monica S. Scarborough, CCHt.
Hypnotherapist, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist CCHt, C.L.C, C.S.C., ORDM, Author
We provide a compassionate space for you to explore and release the emotional wounds that are holding you back from living your fullest potential. Through hypnosis, we help you access your subconscious mind and heal the root causes of your traumas, whether they are from childhood, relationships, or life events. Our goal is to empower you to forgive yourself and others, and to create positive changes in your life.
4 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
PSYCHe, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, DBT-LBC™, LPC, PsyD, MSW, Marriage and Family Counselor, LCSW
A number of our clinicians can help clients navigate complex relationships and process events and traumas.
12 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL
Susan Spicer
Psychologist, PhD
Drawing upon my extensive experience in working with clients, I've observed that forgiveness is a profound and transformative journey for individuals seeking emotional healing. In my therapeutic approach, I employ EMDR therapy as a powerful tool to guide you on this path to forgiveness. Recognizing that the journey towards forgiveness begins with processing the events that have contributed to your emotional wounds, we delve deep into the core beliefs about yourself that have sprouted from these experiences.
Throughout my work with clients, I emphasize several fundamental principles about forgiveness. Firstly, it's essential to understand that forgiveness doesn't imply agreement with or condoning of the actions that have caused you harm. It also doesn't necessitate allowing the same hurt to be inflicted upon you again. It is possible to forgive and not forget. It is also possible to forgive without ever reconciling with the person who harmed you, as forgiveness is created and achieved for your own personal peace and well-being.
Forgiveness is not a one-time event; it is a process that unfolds through stages. In our therapeutic journey together, we explore the "why" behind your desire to forgive, which serves as a powerful catalyst for determining the "how." This process allows us to navigate the complexities of forgiveness with clarity and purpose, ultimately paving the way for emotional liberation and healing.
26 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
Forgiveness therapists in Sterling, IL Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Sterling, IL average 16 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%), and Behavioral Therapy (38%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 36% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 38% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 54% | Men |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Christian |
| 41% | Military / Veterans |