Are there any competent trauma therapists in Illinois who treat PTSD and Adult Survivors of Abuse?

Question

I'm an adult survivor of childhood abuse and currently dealing with severe anxiety, and possibly ptsd. Has anyone found a competent yet caring PSYCHOLOGIST from Illinois(near chicago) who treats these concerns?

I'm open to different locations if the therapist is located in chicago, or nearby suburb(no more than an hour away). Very few social workers and counselors seem to have enough experience with trauma clients. However, if anyone knows of someone who does, I'm open to meeting them for an initial interview.

It must be someone with years of EXPERIENCE treating trauma patients, who has had SUCCESS with various clients. I know many professionals with tons of clients, and none of their clients have improved, and many even committed suicide, or gotten worse. Also, someone reasonably priced would be great, under $80 if possible, but if not, still mention their name and location. Thanks

Answer 1

Hi there....I would recommend meeting with a few trauma specialists for inital consultations so that you can choose the one you are most comfortable with. Here are some listings for you:

Kelly, MSW, LCSW, CADC, Jill A.
Organization:
Experience: 12 years.
Qualifications: Self employed
12 years of experience in in patient, out patient settings, hospitals, agencies, Hazelden Chicago, now in private practice.

Contact:
Phone: [phone] 312-493-6633
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Website: http://www.JillKelly.biz
Address: 875 N. Dearborn, #460 , Chicago, IL 60610

Description: Individual, couple and group therapy focusing on treating depression, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, stress and sleep disorders.
Specialty Areas: Axis II Disorders CD/Alcohol Eating Disorders Internet Addiction Mood Disorders Sexual Addiction Trauma Other: Focus on the treatment of depression, trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, stress and sleep disorders.
Modalities: Couples Individual Group
Service: Outpatient Other: Individuals, couples and group therapy
Payment: Private Pay
Fee Range: $120 couple, $90 individual, $50 group

Philosophy: I help individuals cope with life challenges in a more positive way by identifying their problems and developing coping skills. Because your frame of reference colors every situation with your wishes, needs and expectations, by better understanding yourself, you can more effectively life with and relate to others.
Roth, MD, SC, Jeffrey D.
Organization:
Experience: 20 years.
Qualifications: Addiction psychiatrist, Board Certified in Psychiatry, Certified and Re-certified in Addictions Medicine, sub-specialty certification in Addiction Psychiatry, Fellow of the American Society of Addictions Medicine (and chairperson of the Family and Generational Issues committee), Fellow of the American Group Psychotherapy Association

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Website: http://www.workingsobriety.com
Address: 25 East Washington Street #1811 , Chicago, IL 60602

Description: Group psychotherapy for those in recovery from chemical dependence, food, money and sexual compulsivities, and codependence
Specialty Areas: Axis II Disorders CD/Alcohol Comp Gambling Eating Disorders Internet Addiction Mood Disorders Sexual Addiction Trauma
Modalities: Family Couples Individual Group
Service: IOP Outpatient
Payment: Insurance Private Pay
Fee Range: $70 per group session
Length of Stay : indefinite

Philosophy: I work with the recovering community to provide support for integration into Twelve Step Programs. Using group psychotherapy as the principle mode of treatment, I work with those in recovery to investigate the barriers that their disease presents them with that interfere with asking for and receiving the loving support of the fellowships.
Young, PsyD, Kathleen
Organization:
Experience: 12 years.
Qualifications: Licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma, dissociative disorders.

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Website: http://www.affirmingalternatives.freeservers.com
Address: 2770 N. Lincoln Ave. , Chicago, IL 60614

Description: Individual, couples and group therapy. Consultation and supervision.
Specialty Areas: Axis II Disorders Eating Disorders Trauma
Modalities: Adolescent Family Couples Individual Group
Service: Outpatient
Payment: MedicareInsurancePrivate Pay
Fee Range: $120-$70

Philosophy: Therapeutic approach combines feminist and psychodynamic
therapy. She is affirming of ethnicity, sexual orientation
and spirituality.

Sweis, Basman S., Psy.D.
Oak Forest Psych. Svcs
6320 W. 159th St. Suite F
Oak Forest, IL 60452
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SE Level: Somatic Experiencing Practitioner

Professional Title: Clinical Psychologist

Professional Description: Clinical Psychologist in private practice since 1989. Background includes advanced training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy; Advanced training in Hypnotherapy with Erica Fromm at the University of Chicago; received training in EMDR, cranial sacral therapy. A student of Hatha Yoga, Zen Akido & Quantum Psychology since 1997.


Tomko, Bernardine, LMT, RPP, RCST
Circle of Health
15129 Tee Brook Dr.
Orland Park, Il 60462
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SE Level: Somatic Experiencing Practitioner

Professional Title: S.E.P., RC.S.P., R.P.P., L.M.T.

Professional Description: Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, class assistant, providing required sessions for S/E students. Working with holistic healing methods since 1984, the Circle of Health Clinic recognizes trauma as the underlying cause of many bodily symptoms. Specializing in birth-related issues, pre and peri-natal somatics, drawing from a therapy background as a Registered Biodynamic Craniosacral - teacher level, a Registered Polarity Practitioner and a Licensed Massage Therapist, uses conscious touch in a safe and supportive enviornment , facillitating reintegration of the body, emotion, mind and spirit aspects of human experience.