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Maywood, IL

Maywood, IL

Maywood, Illinois, is a culturally rich community located just west of Chicago, offering residents a unique blend of urban accessibility and suburban charm. However, this locale grapples with pressing social and economic challenges, including poverty, limited access to nutritious food, and healthcare disparities. Many families face food insecurity and live in a food desert, which exacerbates mental health issues and fosters toxic stress, particularly among children. These factors collectively contribute to heightened anxiety and depression rates within the community. Despite these hurdles, residents can find a variety of mental health resources designed to address their needs. Local services encompass everything from crisis intervention to ongoing support programs tailored for individuals and families. Maywood's commitment to improving the health and well-being of its residents is evident, making it vital for community members to explore the available mental health resources in this directory.

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Pyol Lee Thompson

Pyol Lee Thompson

Maywood, IL
Counselor, LCPC
Pyol Lee Thompson is a compassionate counselor, LCPC, and MA dedicated to supporting marginalized populations in our society and culture. Their work is especially focused on the LGBTQ, Poly, and Kink communities, as well as individuals living in multiracial homes. Understanding the stressors of existing on the fringes of society, Pyol offers a safe and non-judgmental space for those whose voices often go unheard. With expertise in motivational talk therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and foundational EMDR therapy, they effectively address trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief. Additionally, Pyol provides guidance around the often-taboo subject of death, creating a welcoming environment for clients to explore their concerns regarding mortality. Driven by a fervent desire to help survivors of trauma, they exemplify compassion and validation, reinforcing the message that everyone has value and deserves a safe space to share their thoughts and feelings. Pyol looks forward to connecting and discovering if they are the right fit for prospective clients.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma
Kimberly Thomas

Kimberly Thomas

Maywood, IL
CADC
Kimberly Thomas, CADC, is dedicated to helping those feeling tired, stressed out, under pressure, or anxious. She believes that everyone possesses the inner power to change, and she aims to unlock the doors that hold individuals back from fulfilling their purpose in life. Recognizing that life presents challenges that can distract from enjoyment and pleasure, Kimberly encourages clients to slow down and address their pain, disappointment, and loss. Ready to embark on a healing journey? Kimberly assures her clients that they are not alone; she and her team are here to serve as their anchor. Kimberly specializes in individual counseling and group services, focusing on trauma-informed care, intimate partner violence, substance use, and mild to moderate emotional disturbances. She holds multiple certifications, including Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified Telemental Health Professional. As licensed Clinical Professional Counselors in Metropolitan Chicago, Illinois, Kimberly and her team have dedicated their professional lives to providing mental health services in underserved communities, striving to shatter the stigma surrounding mental illness. Together, they invite clients to navigate this journey of healing and growth.
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Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Domestic Violence Family Stress Grief PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Student Life

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