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Oak Lawn, IL

Oak Lawn, IL

Oak Lawn, Illinois, is a vibrant mid-sized community known for its cultural diversity and strong sense of community. With a healthy real estate market and robust employment opportunities, residents enjoy a relatively stable economic environment that fosters overall well-being. However, social factors such as varying income levels and housing accessibility can impact mental health, leading to challenges like anxiety and depression among some individuals. Community members may experience stress due to economic disparities or seek support for mental health conditions in a city that prioritizes quality of life. Fortunately, Oak Lawn hosts a variety of mental health resources, including counseling, therapy, and support groups, ensuring access to care for individuals of all ages facing mental health challenges. This directory serves as a valuable tool for residents to explore the range of local services dedicated to promoting mental health and well-being in Oak Lawn.

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Grace Alleman

Grace Alleman

Oak Lawn, IL
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHS
Grace Alleman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a certification as a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC). She believes in the importance of meeting individuals where they are in their current moment, never asking them to feel, look, or act like someone they are not. Grace's therapeutic approach is devoted to providing a caring space where clients can safely share their thoughts, free from judgment. She invites individuals to slow down and explore their core values, emotions, and life experiences, promoting a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships while recognizing patterns that contribute to stress and anxiety. Together, clients and Grace can embark on the journey of increasing self-awareness, practicing self-acceptance, and building practical skills to cope with life's challenges. Enjoying a holistic approach grounded in evidence-based practices, Grace works primarily with adults, addressing a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, substance use, divorce, self-esteem building, intimacy difficulties, parenting, and women's issues. She warmly welcomes individuals from diverse ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identification backgrounds.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief Men's & Women's Issues Parenting
Sara Allen

Sara Allen

Oak Lawn, IL
Counselor, MS
Sara Allen is a licensed professional counselor (MS, LCPC) dedicated to creating a collaborative therapeutic space for individuals, couples, and families to explore their personal narratives and foster deeper connections with themselves and others. She believes that genuine change occurs when clients feel safe to inquire into their patterns and choices. Sara invites her clients to delve into the intersections of their identities, cultivating a brave and trusting environment that promotes understanding and growth. Her therapy approach is informed by the relationship between the external world and internal experiences, with a strong focus on social identities, dynamics within family systems, and the broader cultural landscape that influences a person’s sense of self. Passionate about serving the LGBTQI+ community, Sara utilizes a relational approach to address issues surrounding identity, life transitions, relationships, trauma, and parenting challenges. With a commitment to centering clients as experts in their own lives, she finds joy in connecting with those often labeled as family scapegoats or underdogs, nurturing an inclusive and compassionate therapy practice.
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Specialties
Depression LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress
Danielle Jones

Danielle Jones

Oak Lawn, IL
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Danielle Jones, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist who partners with her clients to help them reach their therapeutic goals. She is passionate about creating a safe and empowering environment where individuals can express vulnerability, explore new ideas, and communicate openly without fear of judgment. Danielle believes that the therapeutic relationship is fundamental to the helping process and works diligently to meet each client where they are in their journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Her empathetic and client-centered approach encourages clients to harness their strengths, enabling them to navigate life's challenges effectively. With expertise in areas such as grief, coping skills, and depression, Danielle understands the complexities of change and the courage it takes to embark on a new path toward a more fulfilling life. Through her commitment to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered, and Strength-Based modalities, she supports a diverse range of individuals, from adults to elders, in overcoming obstacles and achieving their goals.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Grief

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