Psychologists, Counselors and Therapists in Illinois, United States

Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family Therap... Show more

After spending 14 years learning about the human brain and mind, was trained extensively in various treatments, and working since 2009 at almost all settings, I learned to focus on what you personally struggle with. There are much more to us than having a disorder. Therefore, I listen to you and know you well in order to tailor the treatment plan that fits you the most. My end goal, besides eliminating the undesirable symptoms, is helping you finding your own path and having a better quality of life. I also teach graduate students what they nee ...

Years in Practice

15 years

Free Initial Consultation

$100 - $175 USD

2255 Lois Drive,
Suite #6,
Rolling Meadows, 60008,
Illinois, United States

2255 Lois Drive, Suite #6, Rolling Meadows, 60008, Illinois, United States

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Years in Practice

15 years

Free Initial Consultation

Jacqueline Shelton-Espinosa

Licensed Master Social Worker, Life Coach and Social Worker

Jacqueline Shelton-Espinosa

Licensed Master Social Worker, Life Coach and Social Worker

I am a BIPOC life coach and therapist on a mission to ignite social justice within and without. My journey blends the fire of activism with the grace of radical acceptance, crafting a path where personal growth and societal change intersect.

Forget one-size-fits-all solutions. I believe in co-creating liberation – a collaborative journey where we explore your unique experiences, dismantle internalized limitations, and build the resilience to challenge unjust systems.

Working with me you will find:

Fierce compassion: I hold space ...

Years in Practice

15 years

Free Initial Consultation

$100 - $150 USD

MONTGMRY, 60538,
Illinois, United States

MONTGMRY, 60538, Illinois, United States

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Phone

Working with me you will find:

Fierce compassion: I hold space ...

Years in Practice

15 years

Free Initial Consultation

What are the benefits of a free consultation?

Getting to know the psychologist: You can talk to the psychologist to see if they are a good fit for you in terms of their work style, personality, and specialization.

Defining the problem: You can describe your problem in detail and get qualified advice from the psychologist, which will help you better understand the nature of your problem.

Developing a plan of action: You can get recommendations on how to solve your problem, which methods and approaches may be the most effective.

Feeling supported: You can get emotional support and feel that you are not alone, because the psychologist will listen to you attentively.

Who is a free consultation suitable for?

Those looking for a psychologist: A free consultation can help you make the right choice, as you can talk to several psychologists before making a final decision.

Those who are unsure whether they need psychotherapy: A free consultation can help you understand whether psychotherapy can help you solve your problem and whether it is right for you.

Those who have a limited budget: A free consultation is an opportunity to get qualified help from a psychologist for free, to see if you need further psychotherapy.

Those who may be nervous or hesitant to start psychotherapy: A free consultation gives you the opportunity to overcome your fear of the first meeting with a psychologist, get answers to your questions, and feel more confident.

Important:

A free consultation is not a substitute for psychotherapy.

In a free consultation, the psychologist cannot give you a final diagnosis or prescribe treatment.

The purpose of a free consultation is to help you determine if a psychologist and psychotherapy are right for you, and to give you the first steps to solving your problem.

Potential benefits of a free initial consultation

During this first session: potential clients have the chance to learn more about you and your approach before agreeing to work together.

Offering a free consultation will help you build trust with the client. It shows them that you want to give them a chance to make sure you are the right person to help them before they move forward. Additionally, you should also be confident that you can support your clients and that the client has problems that you can help them cope with. Also, you can avoid any ethical difficult situations about charging a client for a session in which you choose not to proceed based on fit.

We've found that people are more likely to proceed with therapy after a free consultation, as it lowers the barrier to starting the process. Many people starting therapy are apprehensive about the unknown, even if they've had sessions before. Our culture associates a "risk-free" mindset with free offers, helping people feel more comfortable during the initial conversation with a specialist.

It's important to note that the initial consultation differs from a typical therapy session:

It can last from 15 to 30 minutes, with the specialist determining the appropriate length for this introductory meeting.

The free initial consultation is not intended to be a full therapy session. It is an opportunity for the client to learn more about the specialist and their approach to therapy, and to decide whether they want to work together.

The specialist should set clear boundaries for the free initial consultation, including the length of the session and the topics that can be discussed.

The specialist should be prepared to answer questions from the client about their experience, training, and qualifications.

The specialist should not give specific advice or recommendations during the free initial consultation. This should be done during a paid session.

Psychologists, Counselors and Therapists in Illinois, United States

What are the benefits of a free consultation?

Who is a free consultation suitable for?

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Potential benefits of a free initial consultation

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It's important to note that the initial consultation differs from a typical therapy session: