Ilene offers a kind and empathetic approach as a therapist, which is not only comforting, but also encourages vulnerability — the key to opening up and addressing overwhelming or unsettling thoughts and fears I was facing. In speaking with Ilene, I felt supported by her, guided with insights, and confident in the conclusions I came to; empowered by the choices I made.
Ptpa C.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
I was so fortunate to have connected with Corey during Fall 2015. I did a random search on a therapist website and was glad to see that Next Step Counseling specializes not just on relationships, but also LGBTQ relationships. Corey was never judgmental and made me feel super comfortable right off the bat. I went 1−2x a month for about 9 months total, and she helped to identify some very specific things I could do with my relationship situation, as well as other coping mechanisms for what I needed at the time. I ended up referring Ilene & Corey to a bunch of friends, 2 of which started going to Next Step. Highly recommend!
Emily K.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 San Francisco, CA
I saw Ilene for 4 years and would still be seeing her if I hadn’t moved away from Chicago. I feel so lucky to have found her and to have spent time working with her. Ilene has a natural ease about her. She is warm, compassionate, easy to talk to, patient and completely nonjudgmental. She really listened when I spoke. Actually I think she listened so well that she was sometimes able to sense my feelings/emotions better than I could. She could read between the lines of what I was saying and sensed if I wasn’t feeling great about something. One of my favorite things about Ilene was that she wouldn’t let me get away with being unfair to myself and would always challenge me when I was. She would bring me back to reality and helped me see things from a different perspective. I wouldn’t be as happy and healthy as I am today if it weren’t for Ilene.
Laura F.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
Ilene is a compassionate and effective therapist with expertise in managing difficult break ups, life transitions, and overwhelming emotions. Her insights and observations make it easier to feel confident about making tough decisions and she is there to offer support every step of the way!