Hi and welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois. I have worked in the mental health field since 2013, starting out in community mental health and crisis services. I work primarily with teens and adults, specializing in challenges facing early adulthood (18-25). I have extensive experience in crisis services and outpatient treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and life transitions. We will work collaboratively to foster a positive relationship and help you develop the language and skills to manage all of life's challenges. I am passionate about everyone finding their place in this world and creating meaningful connections. Life is not easy but we can get through this together.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we will spend some time getting comfortable with each other and getting to know each other. We will talk about what has led you seeking help and devise a plan together that we can work towards.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Starting out my career in crisis services, I have faced the various aspects of the human experience and have seen the tremendous amount of strength and resilience that people inherently have and can help my client see that strength and resilience and use it in an effective way. I understand that something does not work for everyone and I am adaptable to my client's need. I do not follow a "cookie-cutter" treatment and take the time to tailor a client's therapy experience to what they need and where they are at in their journey for change.
About Gina Grigas
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Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I have training in ACT and utilize the concepts to gain insight and increase coping abilities for a multitude of symptoms related to mood and anxiety disorders as well as phase of life challenges.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
I have training in IFS and utilize the concepts to help improve awareness and processing of the various functional aspects of the whole self.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I am certified in CBT and utilize this approach in assisting my clients in symptoms management and identifying the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I am trained in DBT and utilize this approach to enhance emotion regulation, thought awareness, and coping skills training.
Trauma-Focused CBT
I am trained and certified in TF-CBT and utilize this approach to assist in processing through traumatic experiences, gain awareness of functional coping skills, and reduce impairment in every day life.