life has problems. we have solutions.
Expert counseling and therapy for various mental health difficulties and life challenges. Our counselors are highly experienced therapists who treat depression, anxiety, panic, and other psychological conditions.
People come for a variety of reasons. Some have emotional crises, but some want support during life transitions such as divorce or job change, and many more come for help to figure out problems. Having support can help make solutions easier.
ANXIETY IS A HORRIBLE FEELING OF DREAD THAT HAPPENS WHEN SOMETHING THREATENS YOUR WELLNESS.
Types of Anxiety We Treat Include:
Generalized Anxiety
PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
Phobias
Panic Attack
Therapy for Depression
When to Seek Professional Help:
When the symptoms impair your everyday life, making it difficult to function
When you aren’t experiencing joy
When pain and/or problems are outweighing the good in your life
When you feel overwhelmed, stressed, or have given up hope
Grief Counseling
Counseling can reduce the pain of grief
Losing someone causes pain - this is a normal important stage of grief
Normal Grief involves Shock and possibly feelings of anger and sadness
Complicated grief can last longer and needs immediate professional help
Family Therapy
Relationships & Family: Family members are among the most important people in our lives.
Parenting can be your greatest challenge and greatest stressor.
Communication Skill Building is necessary.
Stress: Stress is a very real part of our lives.
Divorce: Divorce is the most painful experience that individuals and families can face.
Marriage Therapy and Couples Counseling
Is your relationship in trouble?
Almost every couple runs into challenges.
Romantic relationships don’t come with instructions.
Counseling can help you and your partner reconnect.
Strengthen your bond and enjoy more intimacy.
You and your partner can create an amazing relationship.
Stress Counseling for Difficult Life Events
Some people seek counseling because they have experienced a stressful or traumatic life event, and speaking with a counselor helps them process the situation. Common life events that can cause someone to seek counseling include:
Death of a loved one
Job loss or relationship loss
Addiction
Diagnosis of a serious illness
Read more here.
Life Transitions or Decisions
People who are in periods of transition in their lives can benefit from counseling. Life transitions include:
Adjusting to adulthood
Starting a new career
Marriage
Becoming a parent
Retirement
Mental Health Issues
Counseling is an excellent way for people with mental health problems to work through their symptoms in a supportive environment. Many people who seek counseling have anxiety disorders, which cause excessive fear and worry. People with mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder, can also benefit from counseling. There are numerous other mental illnesses that counseling can be a helpful treatment option for.
If you’re struggling with any of these challenges or are considering counseling for reasons not listed above, visiting us may be very helpful.
How to decide on a counselor
WE ARE EASY. WE ARE FRIENDLY. WE DONT JUDGE YOU.
WE KEEP DEPRESSION, ANXIETY OR RELATIONSHIP ISSUES FROM TAKING CONTROL OF YOU.
Orland Park Counselors (At Lighthouse) offer high-quality, affordable counseling to adults, teens, children, couples, and families in Orland Park, Illinois.
Clients seek help with a wide range of presenting issues, in which we treat, including but not limited to:
Depression
Anxiety
Stress
Emotional regulation
Thought regulation
Illness and grief
Life changes
Couples and relationship issues
Relational issues
Family issues and/or conflict
Gender identity and sexuality concerns
Substance abuse and recovery
Infertility issues
Trauma
WE PROVIDE THERAPY / COUNSELING TO MANY AGES
Individual Therapy - Adults seeking help with many things such as life stress, depression or anxiety and worry.
Couples Counseling - Couples needing help with communication, fighting fair (better) and getting along.
Adolescent Counseling - Challenges unique to teens, such as peer pressure and direction in life / Career
Family Therapy- Interpersonal dynamics within families that cause stress.
Children - Special needs of children require a special, age appropriate approach such as art therapy
SOME OF OUR COUNSELING STAFF HAVE SPECIAL INTERESTS
Client-Centered Therapy
Goal-Oriented and Strength Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Structural Family Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Gottman Method Techniques
Hypnosis
INSURANCE AND PAYING FOR COUNSELING
We are in network with BCBS, Optum, Aetna and Cigna. For more information, please read our page:Insurance Information (orlandparkcounselors.com)
TELEHEALTH COUNSELING
We are able to provide counseling over the telephone or secure video conferencing.