Individual counseling services are available for adults, ages 18-64. Counseling services are geared toward helping you to build personal competence by capitalizing on your strengths and utilizing available resources to address presenting concerns.
Whether it be situational crises, life transitions, employment related difficulties or chronic mental health conditions, trying to manage stress alone can be difficult.
The first step in the change process is recognizing the need for support. When you contact Renewal Comprehensive you will be connected with a caring therapist who will help you identify presenting concerns and set goals that will guide the treatment process.
Individual counseling can help you:
- Identify the life that you want to create for yourself
- Gain new perspective on past events that may influence current behavior
- Identify traumatic experiences and address unresolved feelings
- Discover destructive thoughts and behaviors that may affect your relationships
- Develop responses that allow you to feel better about yourself and others
- Restructure self-defeating/destructive thought patterns
- Develop the strength to accept yourself and others as they are
- Regain emotional well-being
- Develop the confidence to move towards your life goals
- Gain perspective and develop tools to address complicated relationship issues
- Develop the tools to successfully navigate current and future life challenges
The type of therapeutic interventions, as well as the course and duration of the counseling experience will depend upon your presenting needs and openness to change. An individualized treatment plan will be developed that incorporates your spiritual and cultural beliefs as well as orientation.
Some of the issues that may be addressed in individual counseling include:
- Anger management
- Anxiety and stress
- Attention deficit, hyperactivity disorders
- Co-dependency
- Depression and mood disorders
- Grief and loss
- Obsessive compulsive disorder
- Other mental health disorders
- Abuse (i.e. physical, emotional, sexual, mental)
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder
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Counseling services are available for children and adolescents ages 8-17. Through a combination of psychoeducation and skills-based teaching, challenges that are experienced at home, school and in the community are addressed in a supportive environment.
The transition from childhood to the teen years can be challenging. When teens are struggling, all areas of their life may be impacted (i.e. performance at school, engagement at home and overall physical/ emotional health). Having a safe space to discuss sensitive concerns can make an enormous difference in students’ coping abilities.
Child and adolescent counseling services focus on:
- Learning communication strategies for use with peers, teachers and parents
- Developing resilience to deal with common family and school stressors
- Healing past traumas and other factors that threaten emotional well-being
- Constructively managing feelings, personal insecurities and peer pressure
- Balancing competing priorities
- Increasing self-management skills for: ADHD, ODD, anxiety and depression
- Adhering to sensible social media use guidelines
- Improving family and peer relationships
- Increasing personal accountability and mindfulness
- Decreasing negative thoughts and self-sabotaging behavior
- Increasing self-confidence and competence
- Becoming goal oriented and aware of consequences
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Challenges can develop in any intimate partner relationship which can leave couples feeling disconnected, unable to constructively communicate and unable to move forward. Whether you are contemplating marriage, in a long-term intimate partner relationship, married or in the process of divorcing/uncoupling there is support available to help you.
Pre-Marriage Counseling
Preparation for Marriage:
Many couples recognize the importance of taking the time to prepare themselves before entering marriage. At Renewal Comprehensive Services we offer a 6-session intensive counseling experience that provides couples with the opportunity to explore issues that have the potential to later become relationship pitfalls. This 6-week pre-marital counseling experience combines in-office counseling with interactive activities and outside tasks that the couple is responsible for completing. The aim of pre-marriage counseling is for couples to increase their awareness of areas of vulnerability, to learn new communication skills as well as constructive methods of engaging with their partner to attain the successful marriage they desire. Each session is a stand-alone module and proceeds as follows:
Week 1: In the Beginning
- Our Love Story
- The Origin of Assumptions and Conclusions About Marriage
- Relationship Models that Influence Thoughts and Behavior
- Roles and Responsibilities in Marriage
- Prior Intimate Relationships
Week 2: What’s at the Core
- Values/Beliefs
- Culture
- Faith and Spirituality
- Family of Origin Experiences
Week 3: It’s All in the Mix
- Verbal/Non-verbal Communication Styles
- Behavior Patterns that Place Relationships at Risk
- Personal Insecurities, Emotional Triggers and Methods of Coping
- Resolving Conflict
Week 4: No Longer Me, But We
- Personal Needs/ The Needs of the Couple
- Balancing Personal Boundaries/Maintaining Your Identity
- Emotional Intimacy/ Sexual Intimacy
- Family Planning
Week 5: No Longer Me, But We
- The Role of Extended Family
- Parenting
- Blending Families
Week 6: Looking Toward the Future
- Personal Aspirations
- Couple’s Goals
- Money Management/ Finances
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Marriage Counseling
Couples counseling is designed to foster healthier, more resilient relationships leading to greater intimacy and stronger bonds. With professional support you can learn how to meet your partner’s needs, obtain the fulfillment that you are seeking while also learning new ways of communicating.
During the course of any long-term relationship there can be periods of intense conflict and emotional fatigue which threaten the couple’s future together. When infidelity, or an affair, occurs couples often struggle with how to navigate the pain and emotional volatility that often ensues.
Sometimes these issues can feel insurmountable. In the immediate aftermath of an affair couples often require support with de-escalation, managing their emotions, and determining next steps. Couples counseling provides a safe, supportive, structured environment where each person’s contribution to the current state of the relationship is examined. Together with your therapist you will also explore patterns of behavior, communication challenges and personal needs that have proven to be problematic.
Your therapist will assess each partners’ willingness and interest in restoring the relationship or pursuing another course of action. For couples who determine that they are invested in restoring their relationship, a therapist will aid you in acquiring the skills needed to re-connect with your partner, re-build trust, resolve conflicts and re-kindle the intimacy that may have decreased over the years.
The good news is that you don’t have to face these challenges alone. Some of the issues that are frequently the source of underlying couples conflict include:
- Addictions
- Breeches of Trust
- Career Issues
- Caregiving Responsibilities
- Divergent Goals
- Empty Nesting
- Extended Family Conflict
- External Influences
- Family Crises
- Finances
- Grief/Loss
- Health Challenges
- Infidelity
- Intimate Partner Violence
- Non-productive Communication
- Parenting
- Relationship Fatigue
- Sexual Intimacy/Sexual Dysfunction
- Unaddressed Mental Health or Substance Abuse Needs
- Unmet Emotional Needs
Let our talented therapists at Renewal Comprehensive Service support you in resolving long standing problems and seemingly irreconcilable differences to improve the outlook for your future as a couple.
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Divorce Counseling/ Uncoupling Counseling
When couples are contemplating whether to remain together, separate or divorce it can be helpful to have professional support to guide you through the process of making these life altering decisions.
Reaching the end of a relationship is difficult and can be stressful for everyone. The process of separating two lives while keeping each partner emotionally intact is challenging. This transition is even more complicated when children are involved.
Divorce/ Uncoupling Counseling supports couples with grieving the loss of their relationship, learning how to release anger, and when appropriate. formulating plans to support their children through this period of transition. Through the counseling process, couples are assisted with maintaining focus on shared goals and developing insight that is beneficial for co-parenting. Guidance is also provided on how to handle new intimate relationships and strategies for maintaining productive communication with former spouses/partners during this difficult period.
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Families often face challenges communicating and operating as a cohesive unit. When family conflicts arise, its impact can affect performance at home, school and the workplace. Sometimes families need someone to help them mediate conflict and learn different ways of communication.
Family therapy targets specific problems, patterns of destructive behavior, and problematic communication patterns in an effort to identify short term needs and longer-term solutions to promote healthier interactions and improved family dynamics.
Families often seek therapy when support is needed to:
- Address specific problems
- Manage health, mental health and educational concerns
- Change patterns of behavior
- Communicate more effectively
- Cope with a traumatic event or on-going issue
- Improve the overall health of the family
- Improve family functioning and cohesion
- Learn new ways of thinking and behaving
- Manage grief or loss
- Navigate crises
- Navigate life transitions
- Process feelings and emotions
- Relate to one another in a more positive manner
- Re-structure family dynamics
Family therapy can be beneficial in addressing parenting challenges, establishing boundaries, improving communication, and increasing insight and respect. Get help together and work though those difficult issues that prevent your family experiencing the emotional intimacy and closeness that you desire.
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Therapy conducted via internet is growing in its use and has comparable success rates as in-person counseling. Therapists are legally able to provide counseling services only in States where they are licensed. Renewal Comprehensive Services offers telehealth services to clients that reside in Illinois.
Remote Counseling ServicesTelehealth (remote) counseling services provide opportunities for clients to meet with a licensed therapist via live video. This is an appealing option for individuals who live great distances from the office, those who may have other transportation barriers, or for those with limited schedule flexibility. Clients are pre-screened to determine if this mode of counseling aligns with their clinical needs.
Telehealth video services are conducted using a secure, HIPPA compliant platform which offers bank-level encryption and security. To begin telehealth services, you will need either a computer, iPad, smartphone or tablet that has both a camera and microphone. A stable internet connection is also required to support your device. Prior to your first appointment you may test your equipment with the secure platform to determine if it meets these requirements.
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Support groups provide open formats for individuals to meet with others that are seeking self-discovery, empowerment, personal growth and tools to build healthy relationships. Groups are formed when there is an identified need and sufficient client interest.
Therapeutic support groups provide opportunities for individuals with common interests and needs to come together in a supportive environment to process feelings, share information and learn new coping strategies to achieve their personal goals. It is the power of people sharing their lived experiences and providing constructive feedback that helps to foster a sense of community leading to deeper insight, empowerment and the strength to move forward. Groups are open and facilitated by a member of the Renewal Comprehensive Services clinical team. Maximum capacity is 7-10 members.
When there is sufficient interest, groups are held at Renewal Comprehensive Services, related to the following concerns:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief and loss
- Living with Chronic Illness
- Separation and Divorce
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The following are specialized services offered by Renewal Comprehensive Services
- Senior Care
- Trauma Counseling
Senior Care
Counseling Services for Seniors
Counseling services are available for individuals 65 and older who have Medicare as their primary insurance. Counseling services for Seniors are tailored to meet the unique memory care and mental health related needs of older adults. In-home counseling services are available for individuals that reside in Will and DuPage Counties.Services may include:
- Screening and treatment for depression and anxiety
- Referrals for psychological/neuropsychological testing
- Referrals for medication evaluation
- Referrals for medical evaluation
- Cognitive skill-based training to improve memory
- Counseling to cope with physical disabilities or chronic illnesses
- Support to managing grief and loss
- Assistance navigating conflict with family caregivers
- Guidance on improving family communication
Contact us for more information to determine if Senior Care services may be an option for you or your loved one.
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Trauma Counseling
Counseling for Survivors of Sexual Assault and Domestic (Intimate Partner) Violence
Sexual assault and domestic violence (interpersonal violence) are traumatic experiences that require professional support during the recovery process. Early intervention can aid survivors in beginning to feel safe and supported immediately following the traumatic experience. For traumas that are less recent, receiving compassionate support, being provided with the opportunity to express emotions and being guided through each step in the recovery process can be key to restoring emotional wellness. Recovery outcomes are best for individuals that are provided with opportunities to process their feelings related to the trauma experience.
If you, or someone you know, are a survivor of sexual assault, domestic (intimate partner) violence help is available.
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