Business Details
Trusted Mental Health Counseling in Evanston, IL
Amy Owen Counseling specializes in guiding individuals and families through life's critical transitions. With over a decade of experience in public schools, colleges, and private practice, we employ a personalized, strength-based approach to counseling. Our focus lies in developing achievable goals, enhancing self-efficacy, and building emotional resilience tailored to each client's unique needs. We serve tweens, teens, young adults, and parents navigating school pressures, career decisions, family dynamics, and significant life changes.Our therapeutic environment in Evanston fosters comfort and non-judgment, allowing clients to progress at their own pace. Holding a Master's in Counseling from Northeastern Illinois University, our founder combines academic rigor with practical experience to create sustainable personal growth. Client testimonials consistently highlight our ability to transform challenges into opportunities through empathetic, client-centered care.
Services
Individual Counseling
Family Therapy
Teen Anxiety Support
Career Transition Guidance
Parent Coaching
Life Resilience Building
Highlights and features
- Over a decade of counseling experience in schools and private practice
- Personalized therapy tailored to individual life transitions
- Proven success in building emotional resilience and self-efficacy
- Flexible in-person and virtual session options available
- Licensed in multiple states with specialized youth counseling expertise
What people say
Calm and non-judgmental approach
Safe space for introspection
Guided to self-acceptance
Practical concrete advice
Empowering therapeutic experience
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored mental health support for navigating life transitions. Our sessions focus on building emotional resilience and practical coping strategies. Clients work through anxiety, career decisions, and personal growth challenges with expert guidance.
Family Therapy
Specialized support for family dynamics and parent-child relationships. We address communication challenges and develop collaborative solutions. Sessions help families navigate transitions while maintaining healthy support systems.
Teen Anxiety Support
Targeted programs for tweens and teens facing social and academic pressures. Our approach combines skill-building with emotional support to develop coping mechanisms and self-confidence in adolescent clients.
Career Transition Guidance
Specialized counseling for career crossroads and workplace adjustments. We help clients develop strategic plans for professional changes while maintaining mental well-being during transitional periods.
Parent Coaching
Guidance for parents navigating child development challenges. Our sessions focus on effective communication strategies and creating supportive home environments for children through different life stages.
People
Amy Owen
Licensed Professional Counselor
With over 10 years of experience in school and private counseling settings, Amy holds a Master's in Counseling from Northeastern Illinois University. She specializes in helping clients navigate life transitions through personalized, strength-based therapy.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Optum/United, Cigna, and Magellan. Out-of-network clients can seek reimbursement through their providers.
Are sliding scale options available?
Yes, we offer sliding scale fees for uninsured clients or those demonstrating financial need through Open Path Collective.
What session formats are available?
We offer both in-person sessions at our Evanston office and virtual sessions via secure telehealth platforms.
How do you involve families in treatment?
For clients under 18, we incorporate parental involvement tailored to individual needs through milestone meetings and collaborative planning.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We employ strength-based methods focusing on goal development, emotional resilience, and mind-body connections adapted to each client's journey.
