Trusted Counseling for Anxiety and Depression

North Shore Marriage and Family Therapy provides treatment for anxiety and depression in Winnetka, IL

Natural Stress and Worry vs. Anxiety

Some amount of tension and stress is a natural part of life. Worrying can even be beneficial when it helps us gear up for challenges.

Stress and expectations can enhance our motivation and assist our functioning at peak levels.  Having optimal levels of anxiety can boost the energy we need to accomplish goals;  however…

Anxiety is no longer beneficial when it begins to interfere with daily life.

Anxiety that is interfering with life, can become  a “whole-person experience”, including intrusive thoughts, physical symptoms, imagining catastrophic future events and negative reoccurring emotions; like fear and panic.  Anxiety that causes a kind of repeating loop of negative thoughts and feelings can erode one’s self-concept and begin to restrict one’s ability to act decisively.   Anxiety can wear down one’s self-confidence and motivation related to managing life challenges effectively.

Psychotherapy is effective in treating anxiety, when worried thoughts start to ruminate or become an excessive preoccupation, or when our ability to act confidently is restricted.  Ms. Voss works collaboratively with you in regaining a sense of control over your life.   Her approach is geared towards setting goals with you that are realistic, appropriate and personally meaningful.

Good psychotherapy can result in a renewed sense of confidence, self-assurance and competency to face life’s stresses and challenges.

Natural Sadness vs. Depression

Sadness, as well, is a human response to loss and grief, which often resolves over time. When depression intensifies or persists, or interferes with daily life,  psychotherapy  is a good next step to consider.  Janet Voss works collaboratively and effectively with you to overcome:  painful emotions, like sadness, loneliness and hopelessness, negative and self-doubting thoughts, losing the ability to feel pleasure or enjoyment in daily life,  loss of self-esteem,  and loss of motivation or energy needed to complete tasks. 

Recovery from depression can involve more than reducing painful symptoms. Ms. Voss’ approach includes collaboratively creating hope and opportunities for your life to have greater meaning, purpose and enjoyment.

Please call or email to schedule an appointment or a brief phone call to address questions you have about your specific concerns. Phone: (847) 764-9231, or send an email.