Women's Issues Treatment Centers in Oak Brook, IL

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Shared Vision Psychological Services, Inc
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oak Brook, IL 60523
When you or someone you love is hurting, we know how important it is to find the right place for therapeutic support—a place where you can feel comfortable, a therapist who will provide the personalized care you need to help you heal. The staff at Shared Vision Psychological Services is committed to providing individualized attention to every person, couple and family we see. It is our goal to help you, too. In everything we do—from individual psychotherapy, to group sessions, to our nature-inspired surroundings—we strive to make you feel comfortable, encouraged and understood. And, we will work side-by-side with you, your child or spouse, to help reach understanding, strengthen resilience and experience hope. Please see our services to see how our team of clinical psychologists can help you.
When you or someone you love is hurting, we know how important it is to find the right place for therapeutic support—a place where you can feel comfortable, a therapist who will provide the personalized care you need to help you heal. The staff at Shared Vision Psychological Services is committed to providing individualized attention to every person, couple and family we see. It is our goal to help you, too. In everything we do—from individual psychotherapy, to group sessions, to our nature-inspired surroundings—we strive to make you feel comfortable, encouraged and understood. And, we will work side-by-side with you, your child or spouse, to help reach understanding, strengthen resilience and experience hope. Please see our services to see how our team of clinical psychologists can help you.
(630) 882-3527 x224 View (630) 882-3527 x224
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YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
Treatment Center, LCPC, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Oak Brook, IL 60523
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago utilizes a strengths-based, empowerment, and client-centered approach in providing counseling. Our experts are available to assist clients in addressing a variety of issue areas and concerns including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, parenting, relationships, life transitions, PTSD, sex & intimacy, and family dynamics.
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago utilizes a strengths-based, empowerment, and client-centered approach in providing counseling. Our experts are available to assist clients in addressing a variety of issue areas and concerns including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, parenting, relationships, life transitions, PTSD, sex & intimacy, and family dynamics.
(312) 487-4328 View (312) 487-4328

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Guided Path Psychological Services, LLC
Treatment Center, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
For close to 20 years, the therapists at Guided Path have provided comprehensive and effective treatment for all who walk through our door. Lives are changed, people start believing in themselves, goals are obtained and relationships enhanced. Our client's needs vary as does our treatment approach. See for yourself what can happen when you reach out and make that first call on your journey toward wellness.
For close to 20 years, the therapists at Guided Path have provided comprehensive and effective treatment for all who walk through our door. Lives are changed, people start believing in themselves, goals are obtained and relationships enhanced. Our client's needs vary as does our treatment approach. See for yourself what can happen when you reach out and make that first call on your journey toward wellness.
(847) 241-1957 View (847) 241-1957
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Center For Discovery
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60105
Center For Discovery has been providing excellent behavioral health treatment since treating our first client in 1997. Discovery offers a full continuum of care specializing in the unique and specific needs associated with eating disorder, mental health, and substance abuse treatment. Discovery treats adult women 18 and over and adolescent males and females ages 10 - 19 in separate programs. Our treatment locations offer a warm and engaging environment that fosters long term recovery. Each program treats a small number of clients at a time allowing for truly individualized care that is focused on healing both the client and their family.
Center For Discovery has been providing excellent behavioral health treatment since treating our first client in 1997. Discovery offers a full continuum of care specializing in the unique and specific needs associated with eating disorder, mental health, and substance abuse treatment. Discovery treats adult women 18 and over and adolescent males and females ages 10 - 19 in separate programs. Our treatment locations offer a warm and engaging environment that fosters long term recovery. Each program treats a small number of clients at a time allowing for truly individualized care that is focused on healing both the client and their family.
(773) 904-1179 View (773) 904-1179
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Timberline Knolls - Adolescent Residential
Treatment Center, MD, LMHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wheaton, IL 60189
At Timberline Knolls, we believe that a combination of evidence-based therapies, a therapeutic environment, and supportive education is key to helping girls heal from eating disorders and other behavioral health concerns. We help our residents continue their studies while they receive care at our residential treatment center. TK Academy can help students progress academically while they focus on healing. Our certified teachers instruct core subjects in small classes, allowing them to work closely with each student. Girls who receive care at Timberline Knolls attend TK Academy every weekday, following the traditional school calendar. We coordinate with our residents’ school districts and parents to ensure that they receive the appropriate credit to stay current with their local educational requirements. At TK Academy, we work hard to create a warm and supportive classroom environment that can encourage students to learn while they receive excellent behavioral healthcare.
At Timberline Knolls, we believe that a combination of evidence-based therapies, a therapeutic environment, and supportive education is key to helping girls heal from eating disorders and other behavioral health concerns. We help our residents continue their studies while they receive care at our residential treatment center. TK Academy can help students progress academically while they focus on healing. Our certified teachers instruct core subjects in small classes, allowing them to work closely with each student. Girls who receive care at Timberline Knolls attend TK Academy every weekday, following the traditional school calendar. We coordinate with our residents’ school districts and parents to ensure that they receive the appropriate credit to stay current with their local educational requirements. At TK Academy, we work hard to create a warm and supportive classroom environment that can encourage students to learn while they receive excellent behavioral healthcare.
(630) 656-9928 View (630) 656-9928
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Wildflower Center for Emotional Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60301
Wildflower Center for Emotional Health is a group of caring mental health professionals skilled in the practice of individual, couples, family, and group psychotherapy. We believe in providing effective, attuned mental health services that enable individuals, families, and communities to flourish. We offer a wide array of therapeutic and learning experiences to help you accomplish your goals. In our culture of impossible expectations, we help you slow down and find your own way. We specialize in perinatal and reproductive health, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depression, relationships, sex and intimacy concerns, and more. We are trauma-informed, committed to antiracism and social justice advocacy, sex-positive, kink and BDSM-friendly, and welcoming to all who identify under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella. We stand by you, acknowledging the broader social systems at play and advocating for a world where every individual’s worth and dignity is affirmed and celebrated.
Wildflower Center for Emotional Health is a group of caring mental health professionals skilled in the practice of individual, couples, family, and group psychotherapy. We believe in providing effective, attuned mental health services that enable individuals, families, and communities to flourish. We offer a wide array of therapeutic and learning experiences to help you accomplish your goals. In our culture of impossible expectations, we help you slow down and find your own way. We specialize in perinatal and reproductive health, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depression, relationships, sex and intimacy concerns, and more. We are trauma-informed, committed to antiracism and social justice advocacy, sex-positive, kink and BDSM-friendly, and welcoming to all who identify under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella. We stand by you, acknowledging the broader social systems at play and advocating for a world where every individual’s worth and dignity is affirmed and celebrated.
(872) 250-4161 View (872) 250-4161
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Core Psychotherapy Center, Ltd.
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Core Psychotherapy Center, Ltd. is a private trauma-based psychotherapy treatment center in Schaumburg, IL serving the Chicagoland area since 2000. Our seasoned therapists work with survivors of childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, sexual assault, domestic violence, sex trafficking, organized abuse, torture, survivors of war, military veterans, first responders, as well as survivors of non-relational trauma. CPC specializes in the treatment of PTSD, dissociative disorders including dissociative identity disorder (DID), somatic disorders, self-injury, eating disorders and other comorbid disorders. CPC offers individual psychotherapy and facilitates the following groups: women survivors of childhood sexual abuse; men survivors of childhood sexual abuse; men's trauma group; women survivors of sexual assault; adult survivors of childhood physical abuse and neglect; sexuality and sexual intimacy; transgender adolescents and adults; and military veterans.
Core Psychotherapy Center, Ltd. is a private trauma-based psychotherapy treatment center in Schaumburg, IL serving the Chicagoland area since 2000. Our seasoned therapists work with survivors of childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, sexual assault, domestic violence, sex trafficking, organized abuse, torture, survivors of war, military veterans, first responders, as well as survivors of non-relational trauma. CPC specializes in the treatment of PTSD, dissociative disorders including dissociative identity disorder (DID), somatic disorders, self-injury, eating disorders and other comorbid disorders. CPC offers individual psychotherapy and facilitates the following groups: women survivors of childhood sexual abuse; men survivors of childhood sexual abuse; men's trauma group; women survivors of sexual assault; adult survivors of childhood physical abuse and neglect; sexuality and sexual intimacy; transgender adolescents and adults; and military veterans.
(708) 401-9020 View (708) 401-9020
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Banyan Chicago
Treatment Center, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60301
Evidenced based treatment is utilized to effectively help our clients in abstaining from substance use and reaching personal goals. We provide PHP, IOP, OP and continuing care in small groups.
Evidenced based treatment is utilized to effectively help our clients in abstaining from substance use and reaching personal goals. We provide PHP, IOP, OP and continuing care in small groups.
(630) 473-3518 View (630) 473-3518
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Timberline Knolls - Adult Outpatient
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Wheaton, IL 60189
Timberline Knolls offers a partial hospitalization program (PHP) for women age 18 and older who are struggling with eating disorders, substance use disorders, and other mental health concerns. Our partial hospitalization program can be an excellent choice for women who want personalized and structured care but don’t need 24-hour support. Women can step down to our PHP from residential or inpatient care, or they can enter the program directly. In our PHP, clients can go home after the treatment day is over or they can stay in one of our on-campus lodges. Those who stay in our supportive housing can benefit from staff services, 24/7 peer support, comfortable living quarters, and transportation to and from our outpatient center. Our multidisciplinary staff includes experts like licensed social workers, therapists, physicians, psychiatrists, art therapists, dietitians, and nutritionists. Those who participate in our PHP can receive support in a safe and inclusive environment.
Timberline Knolls offers a partial hospitalization program (PHP) for women age 18 and older who are struggling with eating disorders, substance use disorders, and other mental health concerns. Our partial hospitalization program can be an excellent choice for women who want personalized and structured care but don’t need 24-hour support. Women can step down to our PHP from residential or inpatient care, or they can enter the program directly. In our PHP, clients can go home after the treatment day is over or they can stay in one of our on-campus lodges. Those who stay in our supportive housing can benefit from staff services, 24/7 peer support, comfortable living quarters, and transportation to and from our outpatient center. Our multidisciplinary staff includes experts like licensed social workers, therapists, physicians, psychiatrists, art therapists, dietitians, and nutritionists. Those who participate in our PHP can receive support in a safe and inclusive environment.
(630) 534-9452 View (630) 534-9452
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Timberline Knolls - Alumnae Program
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Wheaton, IL 60189
At Timberline Knolls, we recognize that treatment is only the first step of a person’s recovery journey. For this reason, we are proud to offer a unique alumnae program that is designed to provide our clients and residents with ongoing support and encouragement as they transition back to their daily lives. As an alumnae program participant, you can build a strong social network with others who understand the obstacles of living in recovery. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from and support one another while overcoming challenges and celebrating milestones together. In addition to social benefits, our alumnae program offers a safe space where you can practice crucial recovery skills, like how to manage stress, cope with triggers, and maintain healthy lifestyle habits. We strive to ensure that every woman or girl who completes our programming has access to the resources they need to be successful long after their treatment ends. To break down the barriers to program participation, we provide free and virtual alumnae services.
At Timberline Knolls, we recognize that treatment is only the first step of a person’s recovery journey. For this reason, we are proud to offer a unique alumnae program that is designed to provide our clients and residents with ongoing support and encouragement as they transition back to their daily lives. As an alumnae program participant, you can build a strong social network with others who understand the obstacles of living in recovery. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from and support one another while overcoming challenges and celebrating milestones together. In addition to social benefits, our alumnae program offers a safe space where you can practice crucial recovery skills, like how to manage stress, cope with triggers, and maintain healthy lifestyle habits. We strive to ensure that every woman or girl who completes our programming has access to the resources they need to be successful long after their treatment ends. To break down the barriers to program participation, we provide free and virtual alumnae services.
(630) 716-9871 View (630) 716-9871
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Acera Health - Adult Mental Health Inpatient
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Achieving lasting change in your life can be difficult, but it is possible with the right support. At Acera Health, we offer a range of services to help you restore your mind and transform your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life.
Achieving lasting change in your life can be difficult, but it is possible with the right support. At Acera Health, we offer a range of services to help you restore your mind and transform your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life.
(949) 755-8374 View (949) 755-8374
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Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60301
Thank you for taking the time to consider reaching out to us for help. The Treatment Center of the Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute provides in-depth individual, couple, group and family therapy. Through our community-based programs, we also serve many underserved neighborhoods across the greater Chicagoland area. So, whether you are an individual struggling with Depression, Anxiety, recurring relationship problems, or find yourself at an impasse in life and having questions about who you are or what you really want, our clinicians are here to help. If your child or teenager seems to be struggling in some way, our clinicians are here to help.
Thank you for taking the time to consider reaching out to us for help. The Treatment Center of the Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute provides in-depth individual, couple, group and family therapy. Through our community-based programs, we also serve many underserved neighborhoods across the greater Chicagoland area. So, whether you are an individual struggling with Depression, Anxiety, recurring relationship problems, or find yourself at an impasse in life and having questions about who you are or what you really want, our clinicians are here to help. If your child or teenager seems to be struggling in some way, our clinicians are here to help.
(312) 821-6804 View (312) 821-6804
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Sandstone Care Teen & Young Adult Treatment Center
Treatment Center, LPC, LAC, CAC-III, CSAC-A
Verified Verified
Cicero, IL 60650
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for adolescents (ages 13 to 18) and young adults (ages 18 to 30) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for adolescents (ages 13 to 18) and young adults (ages 18 to 30) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
(847) 496-9390 View (847) 496-9390
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Evolve Depression Treatment for Teens
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Lombard, IL 60148
Evolve Ojai offers premier mental health, substance use, and dual diagnosis treatment for children and teens ages 12-17 struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harming/high-risk behaviors, addiction, suicidality, ADHD, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, and other emotional/behavioral issues. At Evolve, we cater exclusively to adolescents. Our treatment team includes a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist, licensed therapists, on-site nurses, counselors and 24-hour support staff. We focus on what we do best: creating a safe, supportive, warm home environment for kids and teens to stabilize and learn practical ways to improve their emotional health. It’s research-proven that kids and teens have specific clinical needs that differ from other age groups. A specialty program like ours can be a safer, higher-quality experience for your child than other programs which also include adults. Our high staff-client ratio, small groups (we only serve up to six teens at any given time), and licensed, experienced clinical team allow us to provide the highest caliber of personalized, evidence-based care.
Evolve Ojai offers premier mental health, substance use, and dual diagnosis treatment for children and teens ages 12-17 struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harming/high-risk behaviors, addiction, suicidality, ADHD, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, and other emotional/behavioral issues. At Evolve, we cater exclusively to adolescents. Our treatment team includes a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist, licensed therapists, on-site nurses, counselors and 24-hour support staff. We focus on what we do best: creating a safe, supportive, warm home environment for kids and teens to stabilize and learn practical ways to improve their emotional health. It’s research-proven that kids and teens have specific clinical needs that differ from other age groups. A specialty program like ours can be a safer, higher-quality experience for your child than other programs which also include adults. Our high staff-client ratio, small groups (we only serve up to six teens at any given time), and licensed, experienced clinical team allow us to provide the highest caliber of personalized, evidence-based care.
(855) 358-5049 View (855) 358-5049
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Riverwalk Counseling Center, Inc
Treatment Center, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lisle, IL 60532
Welcome to Riverwalk Counseling Center! I know how hard it is to ask for help and find the right therapist. If you have come this far, hopefully, you will reach out and talk to someone. My goal is to match you with the therapist that best suites your needs. And, if I can't help, I can refer you to someone who can. Here's what people say about me: "That since I have been coming here, I have been getting better with everything". "I feel like I'm taking steps toward improving my feelings about my life."
Welcome to Riverwalk Counseling Center! I know how hard it is to ask for help and find the right therapist. If you have come this far, hopefully, you will reach out and talk to someone. My goal is to match you with the therapist that best suites your needs. And, if I can't help, I can refer you to someone who can. Here's what people say about me: "That since I have been coming here, I have been getting better with everything". "I feel like I'm taking steps toward improving my feelings about my life."
(630) 733-1938 View (630) 733-1938
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Footprints To Recovery | Illinois
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521  (Online Only)
Footprints to Recovery is a collection of rehab centers located in Colorado, Illinois, and New Jersey. We treat Co-occurring disorders and have dually licensed therapists and psych on staff. We offer a variety of drug and alcohol addiction treatment services and resources such as; intensive outpatient, detox, and sober living. Life does not have to stop to get well, we acknowledge that individuals have other responsibilities. All programs take into account the many aspects of one's life such as living environment, family dynamics, work obligations, realistic time commitment.
Footprints to Recovery is a collection of rehab centers located in Colorado, Illinois, and New Jersey. We treat Co-occurring disorders and have dually licensed therapists and psych on staff. We offer a variety of drug and alcohol addiction treatment services and resources such as; intensive outpatient, detox, and sober living. Life does not have to stop to get well, we acknowledge that individuals have other responsibilities. All programs take into account the many aspects of one's life such as living environment, family dynamics, work obligations, realistic time commitment.
(224) 487-8416 View (224) 487-8416
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Symmetry Counseling
Treatment Center, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berwyn, IL 60402
Welcome to Symmetry Counseling. We are a group of over 25 mental health professionals located in Chicago Loop specializing in counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching for individuals, couples, and families. We chose the name Symmetry because the word evokes our goal to assist you in developing an ability to remain balanced and resilient under the forces of change.
Welcome to Symmetry Counseling. We are a group of over 25 mental health professionals located in Chicago Loop specializing in counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching for individuals, couples, and families. We chose the name Symmetry because the word evokes our goal to assist you in developing an ability to remain balanced and resilient under the forces of change.
(312) 698-3470 View (312) 698-3470

Online Treatment Centers

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Midwest Counseling & Diagnostics
Treatment Center, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60601
Midwest Counseling & Diagnostic Center is an outpatient mental health group practice with two convenient locations in downtown Chicago and in the northern suburb of Northbrook. Composed of exceptional, compassionate and highly-trained therapists, we are dedicated to providing the most current research-backed techniques and treatment.
Midwest Counseling & Diagnostic Center is an outpatient mental health group practice with two convenient locations in downtown Chicago and in the northern suburb of Northbrook. Composed of exceptional, compassionate and highly-trained therapists, we are dedicated to providing the most current research-backed techniques and treatment.
(312) 586-1473 View (312) 586-1473
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Great Lakes Psychology Group
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Des Plaines, IL 60018
The diverse GLPG network includes hundreds of licensed providers offering online and/or in-person therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families across the Midwest.
The diverse GLPG network includes hundreds of licensed providers offering online and/or in-person therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families across the Midwest.
(630) 538-8365 View (630) 538-8365
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Skyway Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Skokie, IL 60076
Skyway Behavioral Health offers outpatient therapy, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization programming for clients struggling with traumatic stress disorders (PTSD, attachment trauma, complex PTSD) and related symptoms (eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders.) We offer full fidelity Dialectical Behavior Therapy including individual therapy, DBT skills groups, phone coaching, and a DBT consultation team for our staff. We also offer evidence based trauma treatments including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Prolonged Exposure, Prolonged Exposure, EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Polyvagal Theory Informed Therapy, and Yoga for Trauma.
Skyway Behavioral Health offers outpatient therapy, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization programming for clients struggling with traumatic stress disorders (PTSD, attachment trauma, complex PTSD) and related symptoms (eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders.) We offer full fidelity Dialectical Behavior Therapy including individual therapy, DBT skills groups, phone coaching, and a DBT consultation team for our staff. We also offer evidence based trauma treatments including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Prolonged Exposure, Prolonged Exposure, EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Polyvagal Theory Informed Therapy, and Yoga for Trauma.
(847) 925-7492 View (847) 925-7492

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Women's Issues Treatment Centers

How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?

Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?

Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.