Michelle Main, LCSW
Psychotherapy for Adult Individuals & Couples
Michelle Main, LCSW
Psychotherapy for Adult Individuals & Couples
A New Perspective Changes Everything
"Do the difficult things while they are easy and do the great things while they are small. A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step." —Lao Tzu
About
I am a psychotherapist in La Grange, Illinois, providing counseling for adult individuals and couples. The benefits of therapy include enriched family and social relationships, improved coping skills, and an enhanced sense of self gained through the process of self-discovery.
About
I am a psychotherapist in La Grange, Illinois, providing counseling for adult individuals and couples. The benefits of therapy include enriched family and social relationships, improved coping skills, and an enhanced sense of self gained through the process of self-discovery.
Do you ever wonder if things could be different? Why not talk with someone who truly understands? You deserve to be heard, because you matter.
I believe that we are meant to grow into our authentic selves, to live our lives fully. I see therapy as a journey of exploration, a place not only to ask important questions but also to find answers. How do I improve my relationship with my partner? Can I forgive those who have hurt me? How do I build stronger relationships? Can I change destructive behavior? How can I decrease stress? How do I motivate myself to be healthier?
There are a thousand ways to get from point A to point B. Which one is right for you? Therapy can help you navigate from where you are to where you want to be. It is a place to heal the wounds of the past, to learn new ways of interacting with the world, and to begin to live the life you were meant to live.
Do you have a special situation? Do you wonder if therapy is right for you? I am available by phone or email to answer any questions you may have, including questions about specific services, what to expect during your first visit, and billing concerns.
Services
Services
adult Individual & Couples Counseling
Each person has unique needs. With a focus on healing, I specialize in couples counseling, counseling for depression & anxiety, crisis intervention, grief counseling, and end-of-life planning.
Individual Therapy
You've heard it before: "The only constant in life is change." But why does it have to be so hard? Careers change, our loved ones leave, our relationships stumble, and we make the same mistakes over again. The fact is that we are all still growing toward our authentic selves. We can learn from our mistakes and bounce back from even the worst setbacks.
Individual therapy is tailored to your needs. Sessions may span a period as short as three weeks or last up to one year, with an average span of three to six months.
Couples Counseling
You could see your partner's quirks when you first met, so why have they suddenly become a stumbling block in your relationship? The woman you couldn't wait to marry, the man who made your heart skip a beat—that person is still there. Couples counseling can reintroduce you to the person you fell in love with and introduce you to the new love of your life.
Couples counseling focuses on increasing communication skills, identifying your needs in the relationship, and intensifying your emotional connection with your partner.
Depression & Anxiety
Many people with depression do a great job hiding. We fake smiles, avoid social events, and tell friends and family, "I'm just tired." But the dark cloud overhead doesn't go away and instead threatens to consume your life. Hiding your depression—or the anxiety that often accompanies it—can increase the intensity of your symptoms and lead you to the false belief that you're all alone. You're not.
Counseling for people experiencing depression and/or anxiety is first and foremost supportive. You have been living with these feelings for a long time by yourself, and you need a partner to help you fight back. Come out from hiding in a safe environment where you can get the support and understanding you're looking for.
Crisis Intervention
When it rains, it pours. You're moving through your life as usual, and then one day the sky falls. However banged up and bruised the extraordinary events in your life have left you, there is hope. Strength is found in adversity. Let's find it together and harness its power.
Crisis comes in many different shapes and sizes. We all experience crisis in our lives, the expected and the unexpected. Each event is unique and deserves to be fully understood.
Grief Counseling
The loss of a loved one can be overwhelming—even for the most composed person. Grief can lead to a multitude of sometimes conflicting emotions. Kubler-Ross identifies five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. How and in what order we face each stage is personal to each one of us experiencing bereavement.
Grief counseling focuses on providing emotional support, comfort, coping skills, and information about the grieving process to help you through your journey.
End-of-Life Planning
Do you ever worry about what will happen when you're gone? Most of us do, but we don't talk about it. The mere thought of one's own death can be scary, but it doesn't have to be. Talking with a therapist experienced in the issues of death and dying is a good place to start.
End-of-life-planning is an essential step to ease fears and ensure that loved ones know your wishes. Family and friends don't have to guess what you would have wanted.
Contact Me
Scheduled appointment times are as early as 2 pm and as late as 8 pm, Monday through Thursday.
Contact Me
Scheduled appointment times are as early as 2 pm and as late as 8 pm, Monday through Thursday.
help starts here
Nervous? Not sure where to begin? A simple message to let me know that you are looking for counseling is the perfect place to start.
Complete the form below to send a message to me. You may also email me at insightMK@icloud.com or call me at 708-267-2552. I will return your message at my earliest convenience. I look forward to hearing from you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How can therapy help me? Are there any negative side effects?
A number of benefits are available from participating in therapy.
Do I really need therapy?
I can usually handle my problems.
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life. There's nothing wrong with seeking support when you need it.
Why do people go to therapy? How do I know if therapy is right for me?
People often need assistance managing a range of emotional and psychological issues,
What is therapy like? What should I expect?
Therapy will be different for each individual.
What are the benefits of medication vs. therapy?
Medication treats the symptoms of our emotional problems, while psychotherapy addresses the causes of our distress.
Do you take insurance, and how does that work?
Call your insurance provider to find out if your healthcare plan covers therapy.
Does what we talk about in therapy remain confidential?
Confidentiality is one of the most important components of therapy.
What should I do if I feel suicidal?
If you feel you are at risk of suicide, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room right away.
What resources are available to me in addition to therapy?
Many online and print resources address a wide variety of emotional and psychological issues.
Forms
Forms
New Clients
If you are a new client, please complete the Client Intake form and bring it to your first appointment.
The form is not savable unless you download it to your computer. However, you may still complete the form online and print it. If you prefer, a paper form will be provided.
Notice of Privacy Practices
Insight Clinical Services' privacy policy complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). HIPAA was updated in 2013 and now includes guidelines for how to use technology while respecting your privacy.
Please read the Notice of Privacy Practices, and ask you therapist if you have any questions or concerns.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy was reviewed in your initial client intake packet. If you have additional questions or concerns, please talk with your therapist.
Current Clients
If you are a current client who needs to update your contact information, your insurance information, or your credit card information, please complete the appropriate page on the Updated Client Information form and bring it to your next appointment.
The form is not savable unless you download it to your computer. However, you may still complete the form online and print it. If you prefer, a paper form will be provided.
Consent to Release Information
Sometimes you may want your therapist to share information with someone on your healthcare team (for example, your physician, naturopath, or attorney), but by law your therapist cannot release this information without your written permission. Complete the Consent to Release Protected Health Information form to allow your therapist to share information.