Business Details
Psychotherapy Services for Women in Lake Forest, IL
Mary Waldon, LCSW specializes in providing psychotherapy services for women navigating life's challenges. Our practice focuses on helping young women aged 18-35 develop self-awareness and authentic relationships through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. We offer specialized treatment for depression, anxiety, disordered eating behaviors, and relationship difficulties. Our therapeutic approach integrates depth psychotherapy with mindfulness practices to address recurring patterns and promote lasting change. With expertise in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Functional Analytic Psychotherapy, we create a supportive environment for self-exploration and personal growth.Our services extend to women aged 36+ including mothers, daughters, and sisters seeking to improve family dynamics and self-compassion. We prioritize creating a comfortable therapeutic space where clients feel understood and supported throughout their journey. Our telehealth services make quality mental health care accessible to clients in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Massachusetts. We emphasize collaboration with existing healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care and smooth transitions. Our practice combines clinical excellence with a warm, person-centered approach to help clients achieve meaningful self-discovery and emotional relief.
Services
Psychotherapy
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Relationship Counseling
Mindfulness Training
Disordered Eating Therapy
Self-Compassion Development
Telehealth Sessions
Highlights and features
- Specialized experience with young women's mental health challenges
- Offers telehealth sessions for convenient access
- Integrates mindfulness with evidence-based therapeutic approaches
- Collaborates with existing healthcare providers for continuity of care
- Focuses on long-term pattern recognition and self-compassion
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy sessions focus on helping women develop self-awareness and address life challenges. Our approach combines depth psychotherapy with evidence-based techniques to treat anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. Clients learn to recognize harmful patterns and develop healthier coping strategies through a supportive therapeutic relationship that emphasizes personal growth and self-compassion.
Telehealth Sessions
Secure video-based telehealth sessions provide accessible mental health care. This service allows clients to receive therapy from their preferred location while maintaining the same quality of care as in-person sessions. Telehealth offers flexibility for busy schedules while ensuring continuity of treatment across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Massachusetts through our multi-state licensing.
Mindfulness Training
Guided mindfulness and meditation practices help reduce stress and improve emotional regulation. Clients learn techniques to cultivate present-moment awareness and self-compassion. These practices complement traditional therapy by providing practical tools for managing anxiety, improving focus, and developing greater emotional resilience through both individual sessions and app-based resources.
People
Mary Waldon, PhD, LCSW, LICSW
Psychotherapist
Dr. Waldon specializes in women's mental health with expertise in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. She combines evidence-based therapies with mindfulness practices to help clients achieve lasting change. Her training includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Functional Analytic Psychotherapy.
Questions
What age groups do you specialize in treating?
We primarily work with women aged 18-35, with additional experience treating women aged 36+ including mothers, daughters, and sisters.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we currently offer secure video-based telehealth sessions for clients in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Massachusetts.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our approach integrates depth psychotherapy with evidence-based methods including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Functional Analytic Psychotherapy, and mindfulness practices.
How do you handle collaboration with other providers?
We can coordinate care with existing healthcare providers to ensure continuity of treatment and smooth transitions when requested by clients.
What mental health issues do you treat?
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, disordered eating behaviors, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues through personalized therapeutic approaches.
