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Wei-chiung Chen-martinez

Wei-chiung Chen-martinez

Niles, IL
Counselor, LCPC
Wei-chiung Chen-Martinez is an Asian therapist dedicated to helping clients feel seen and heard. They specialize in addressing complicated emotions stemming from racial dynamics, and they guide individuals in understanding how their bodies respond to emotions and trauma. Through a collaborative therapeutic relationship, clients learn to embrace their emotions and empower themselves. Wei-chiung honors and validates the unique survival strategies, cultural identities, inner strength, and creativity of each individual. In a trusting and loving environment, clients rediscover self-love, self-compassion, and confidence while sharing their life stories. By exploring and nurturing the needs of their inner child, clients find gentle love for themselves and their loved ones. Everyone is worthy of love, regardless of past experiences, and Wei-chiung is honored to accompany clients on their journeys. As a queer Asian immigrant, they deeply understand the complexity of intersecting racial and gender identities, along with the acculturation process. With expertise in dance movement therapy and psychotherapy, Wei-chiung believes that our bodies hold the wisdom to navigate stress and heal from trauma.
Specialties
Managing Emotions PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Robert Smith

Robert Smith

Niles, IL
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LCSW
Robert Smith, an experienced therapist and clinical social worker, specializes in providing emotional support to individuals grappling with mental health challenges, grief and loss, trauma, and uncertainty. His expertise extends to assisting clients with chronic medical illnesses, guiding them to better emotionally navigate their circumstances. With a keen ability to listen and understand the beliefs and values that matter most to his clients, Robert excels in working with those facing loss and trauma, aiming to foster a sense of stability in their daily lives. He creates a safe space for clients to explore patterns that may have hindered their spirit, enabling them to build skills for a more meaningful existence. Known for his sensitivity and compassion, Robert is dedicated to establishing trust and validating feelings, ultimately collaborating with clients to discover satisfying ways to cope with life's challenges and find fulfillment.
Specialties
Grief PTSD/Trauma
Tami Stieber

Tami Stieber

Niles, IL
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Tami Stieber, LCSW, is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and therapist who understands the challenges of feeling unsettled in life. Many individuals struggle with stress in their relationships, whether with significant others, family members, or colleagues. Tami creates a safe, supportive environment that allows clients to explore their feelings and find their way forward. With a background from the University of Chicago, she specializes in addressing anxiety, men's issues, and relationship challenges through a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused therapy. Tami believes that having a neutral person to discuss struggles with can be invaluable. She is dedicated to helping clients decrease their concerns and reduce stress, ensuring they feel supported throughout their journey. Tami is eager to connect with those seeking guidance and to walk alongside them as they work towards feeling better.
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Specialties
Anxiety Men's & Women's Issues Relationship Stress
Richard Watson

Richard Watson

Niles, IL
Counselor, MA
Richard Watson is a highly skilled counselor with extensive expertise in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Living abroad, he offers individual therapy sessions via telehealth, making it a perfect fit for clients with non-traditional schedules. Taking a trauma-informed approach, Richard works closely with each individual to build resources, develop coping skills, identify strengths, and cultivate healthy relationships. For those in need of residential trauma treatment, he provides services at the Yatra Trauma Treatment Center in Thailand. By utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, his clients learn to identify, challenge, and replace unhelpful thinking patterns, enhance their emotional regulation, and transform pain into personal growth. Understandably, seeking help can be one of the most challenging steps to take, especially when facing feelings of loneliness, sadness, or overwhelming anxiety. Richard respects the courage it takes to reach out for support and encourages everyone to embrace this journey towards healing and self-discovery.
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Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Bipolar Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Men's & Women's Issues Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Sleeping Well Spirituality
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Dr. Trina Armstrong

Dr. Trina Armstrong

Niles, IL
Marriage & Family Therapist, PHD
Dr. Trina Armstrong, a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist with a PhD and LMFT credential, creates a safe and supportive environment for teens, adults, and elders (65+). She empowers her clients to step out from the shadows of invisibility, encouraging them to confront the roots of anxiety, depression, perfectionism, procrastination, and self-criticism. Dr. Armstrong's ultimate aim is to foster unconditional self-love and prioritize personal well-being. Specializing in childhood and sexual trauma, grief, life transitions, and relationship dynamics, she is committed to helping individuals, couples, and families grow and heal. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, Dr. Armstrong assists clients in uncovering sources of discomfort, refining their values and beliefs, enhancing coping skills, and overcoming negative mindsets. Her expertise spans various therapeutic modalities, including Imago, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma Focused therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). With Dr. Armstrong, clients can expect a rich therapeutic experience focused on healing, personal growth, and fostering meaningful connections with others.
Specialties
Depression Grief PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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