Military / Veterans therapists in Belvidere, Illinois IL
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Serving Military / Veterans
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In the intricate tapestry of our lives, the pursuit of happiness, safety, and love is a universal quest. Yet, for many, the journey toward emotional wellness is fraught with challenges beyond their control. Trauma, familial history, and the burdens of life can cast shadows that obscure life's inherent beauty. I believe that each individual deserves to uncover, rediscover, and reclaim life's joy and purpose.
As a compassionate and dedicated psychoanalytical therapist, I aim to guide you through this transformative process with warmth and understanding. Through welcoming and conversational counseling services, I aim to create a space where you can explore the intricate connections between your mind, body, and spirit. This holistic approach seeks to assist you in reconnecting with your higher purpose, allowing you to navigate life unburdened by emotional pain.
3 Years Experience
Online in Belvidere, Illinois (Online Only)
Serving Military / Veterans
Steve Guziec
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
As a therapist, and veteran, I’ve dedicated my life to supporting individuals through life’s most challenging moments. My journey has been shaped by the strength and resilience of those I’ve had the honor to serve, from fellow veterans and first responders to individuals seeking healing from trauma and personal hardship. I believe deeply in the power of therapy to be a beacon in rough waters—a safe harbor where clients can explore, heal, and grow. My approach blends empathy, respect, and practical guidance, creating a space where clients feel understood and empowered. I am committed to helping each person navigate their unique journey with renewed strength and hope.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Belvidere, IL
Online in Belvidere, Illinois
Serving Military / Veterans
Dr. Justin D'Arienzo
Psychologist, Psy.D., ABPP
Do you want life changing results? When you make the decision for change, finding a professional with the right amount of expertise matters. As a Board Certified Clinical and Licensed Psychologist, and former U.S. Navy Operational Psychologist, I am uniquely qualified to help guide you. Check me out on TikTok and Instagram at dr.justindarienzo if you would like to know more about me and my approach.
Online in Belvidere, Illinois
Serving Military / Veterans
Terry Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Everyone should be encouraged to work through any problem or issue they face with the right person to achieve the best outcome. With my support, I look forward to helping you become strong again. I help clients set goals, track progress, feel supported, get feedback, and be appreciated for their hard work, skills, and talents. My work experience is vast and wide-ranging. For example, I have spent many years in the military (VFW), police department, and elite sports competition, supporting individuals as they dealt with career development, performance improvement, addiction, mental illness, and crisis.
My clients describe me as generous, motivational, and dedicated to improving their lives. I'm here as a resource to discuss your needs, and I am fully committed to helping you overcome your struggles. My style is practical, reality-based, and evidenced-based. I treat clients and families with dignity and respect, ensuring a positive atmosphere for growth.
Everyone, regardless of their background or circumstances, is encouraged to address and work through any problem or issue they are facing. If you allow me to join your therapeutic journey, you will be met with honest, forward-thinking discussions so that we can uncover the best approach to helping you achieve the brightest future imaginable.
6 Years Experience
Online in Belvidere, Illinois (Online Only)
Serving Military / Veterans
Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc.
Counselor/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW-QS, CCTP
Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc. is a group of highly trained professionals providing mental health services based in Columbus, Ohio. We work with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan, focusing on young adults. We are also experts in LGBTQIA+ and ENM/ polyamory. Many of our clients have found great success in many facets of their lives but struggle to manage their emotions and stress. We are particularly sensitive to those experiencing life transitions like moving, a breakup, changing jobs, graduating, or beginning a new relationship when self-doubt and increased anxiety and depression can emerge.
Our approach is rooted in evidence-based treatment that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related so that they can begin making targeted and sustainable changes. Our clinicians blend person-centered therapy with cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectal behavior therapy, motivational interviewing and acceptance, and commitment therapy. We help clients understand their physical and emotional responses to stressors and learn to problem-solve ways to introduce moments of calm, to choose to respond rather than react in the face of change.
Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc. focuses on ensuring our clients see real progress. We are warm, laid back, and affirming. We are sensitive to the influence of past experiences on present challenges, and we work closely with clients to reframe the narrative of their life in a way that increases self-confidence and self-compassion. Our priority in starting with a new client is ensuring that they feel safe, heard, and like an equal partner in the therapeutic process. We offer the convenience of remote sessions to help make therapy a core component of your self-care calendar.
7 Years Experience
Online in Belvidere, Illinois