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Depression Therapy

You deserve to be happy. Reignite Your Passion for Life.

Do you miss your smile? Don’t feel like your “old self” anymore? Everything seems grey and exhausting. You’re trying to push through, but you’re starting to feel like it’s not working.

You are a smart person. You know your feelings of depression, worthlessness, hopelessness impact everything in your life — your relationships, your work, your feelings about yourself, your sleeping, your physical health.

“That’s why you are here. The fact that you are looking for support, means there is hope! Hope for a happier, fuller, confident, free life!”

Depression Doesn’t Have to Be with You Forever. Give Us a Call Today to Get Started.


The benefits you’ll see from doing therapy at Inspire:

– You will feel heard and understood



– You will learn what “triggers” your depression and how to manage those “triggers”

– You will find motivation & energy
– You will create a clear plan for improving your mood
– You will begin to feel in control of your life
– You will start to feel freedom and peace
– You will feel confident in your decisions
– You will feel confident in yourself
– Your relationships will be more satisfying
– You will know you matter, just for being you
– You will be able to be present with the people you love
– You will be empowered to say no or speak up for yourself

What does the counseling process look like?

The counseling process is designed to help you understand your depression and empower you to live your best life, free of the things that hold you back. Together, with your therapist, you will learn how to address the things that “trigger” you, learn coping skills to do at home, and ways to reduce the physical symptoms of depression.

The first session will be approximately 60 minutes. There will be paperwork to complete and questions the therapist will ask to get to know you, your history, and your present situation. The second session is our unique formula for goal-setting. In this session, you will connect the desires of your goals with your heart and deeper desires in this life. The remainder of the sessions will then be working on skills to tackle the obstacles in the way of you living your best life. In order to see lasting results, a commitment to at least 8 weekly sessions is best. We are flexible and can work with different situations. However, to make an impact, it is important to recognize that change of any kind, requires attention and time. After your 8 sessions, you can work with your therapist to determine the next steps (reducing therapy to biweekly/monthly or terminating).

How much does therapy cost?

Counseling is a fee-for-service program. Inspire accepts insurance and offers in-network and out-of-network benefits. We are in-network with BCBS PPO, Humana, Aetna, and UnitedBehaviorHealthcare. We recommend at least an 8-week commitment to begin seeing lasting results.

All billing policies and information can be found by clicking this link to our Rates & Insurances page.

About Inspire Counseling Center

At Inspire, we don’t just focus on clinical symptoms–we focus on results. If you have something holding you back (anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship troubles, etc.), we have clinical tools to help. BUT, we don’t stop there. We want to INSPIRE you to live your best life. Our goal is that every client leaves a better person.

Why? We believe you are a gift to this world. We believe that inspiring one person to live their greatest life, will inspire another person. We believe the world will change with love, connection, and inspiration. One person at a time. Your role in this process is vital. When you get support for yourself or your family, you are doing your part in this community and world to spark change.

Take the next step. Start living your best life. Don’t wait any longer!

To book an appointment call (847) 919-9096 ext. 1 or email hello@inspirecounselingcenter.com.

How do I choose my Therapist?2024-01-24T17:27:07-06:00

You are welcome to search therapists by speciality type, location, service or insurance accepted by clicking here. 

We’re here to hold your hand! Choosing a therapist is a very personal experience. Scrolling through bios is helpful, but there’s a lot you can’t tell just by reading on the internet. Our Therapist Matchmakers are here to find the right fit with the right professional for your unique situation and personality style.

To talk to a LIVE human (and part of our Inspire intake team!) just call us at (847) 919-9096 ext. 1 or email hello@inspirecounselingcenter.com

We can’t wait to help you find the right match and get you started!! It’s our favorite part.

What will the first session be like?2023-10-25T02:13:43-05:00

The first session lasts approximately 60 minutes. You’ll have paperwork to complete virtually before your session. The therapist will spend time introducing themselves and getting to know you, your story and your dreams. At the end, you’ll have the option to schedule your next session based upon your availability and goals. There is no pressure to book another session. We’re here for you to come and go as you need.
FOR MINORS UNDER 18: If the session is for a child 12 years or younger, the first session is just with the therapist and parent (s) or guardian. If the client is 12-18, we ask that a parent (or guardian) attend the first session for the first 10-15 minutes. The parent will be able to meet the therapist and help make the child feel comfortable.
PLEASE NOTE: Please share any concerns about your child with the therapist or Intake Team prior to the session— not in front of your child in the session. This is to protect your child and foster a positive start to therapy!

What will all the other sessions be like?2023-10-25T02:14:39-05:00

The second session is our unique formula for goal setting. In this session, your therapist will help you connect and understand what your heart really wants in this life. The remainder of the sessions will then be working on skills to tackle any obstacles in the way of you living your best life. In order to see lasting results, a commitment to at least 8 weekly sessions is recommended. However, we are flexible and can work with you to accommodate your schedule and goals.

FOR MINORS UNDER 18: Parents will not be required to attend the sessions but must be available for the last 10 minutes of the session in case the therapist would like to touch base with you or for any scheduling changes.

How much does therapy cost?2023-10-25T02:16:18-05:00

Counseling is a fee-for-service program. Inspire accepts insurance and offers in-network and out-of-network benefits. We are in-network with BCBS PPO, Humana, Aetna, and UnitedBehaviorHealthcare. All billing policies and information can be found by clicking this link to our Rates & Insurances page.

 

 

 

 

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🎃 Halloween is supposed to be FUN... but what if your child's brain experiences it differently?

👻 Masks.
🔔 Doorbells.
😱 Screaming.
🎨 Face paint.
🍬 Crowds.
🧙 Scratchy costumes.

For some neurodivergent children, Halloween can feel like a sensory nightmare disguised as fun.

Children with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing differences may experience sights, sounds, textures, and unexpected changes more intensely than other kids.

And when their nervous systems become overwhelmed, it may look like refusal, irritability, withdrawal, or a full-blown meltdown.

❤️ Here's what we want parents to remember:

Your child isn't necessarily trying to be difficult. They may be communicating that something feels difficult.

So instead of insisting they wear the costume, stay out longer, or participate like everyone else, get curious.

✨ What feels uncomfortable?
✨ What would make this easier?
✨ How can we help them participate in a way that feels manageable?

Maybe Halloween means three houses instead of thirty. Maybe it's a soft costume, noise-canceling headphones, or handing out candy from the comfort of home.

And that's okay!

Building resilience doesn't mean forcing children to tolerate overwhelming experiences. It means helping them understand their needs, practice coping skills, and gradually build confidence with our support.

At Inspire Counseling Center, we help children and families navigate sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation, and the unique challenges of neurodivergence.

🧡 Because Halloween should be about making memories—not meeting expectations.

🎃 Save this post for Halloween night and share it with a parent who might need the reminder.

#NeurodivergentKids #SensoryOverload #AutismParenting #ADHDParenting #SensoryFriendlyHalloween #HalloweenWithKids #Neurodiversity #ParentingTips #ChildMentalHealth #InspireCounselingCenter
🎃 ADHD + a bucket full of Halloween candy + no routine = WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG?! 🍬👻

If you're parenting a child with ADHD, you know Halloween can be equal parts magical... and meltdown-inducing. 😅

But here's something that might surprise you:

🧠 It's not necessarily the sugar!

Research hasn't found convincing evidence that sugar causes ADHD or consistently increases hyperactivity.

The bigger challenge? EVERYTHING ELSE happening on Halloween!

🎃 Sensory overload from costumes, crowds, and noise

🍬 Excitement and difficulty controlling impulses

⏰ Disrupted routines and later bedtimes

👻 Big feelings when it's time to stop trick-or-treating

❤️ Difficulty transitioning from FUN to DONE!

For kids with ADHD, that's a LOT for their brains to manage.

So before you blame the candy or assume your child is misbehaving, consider whether they're simply overwhelmed.

A little preparation, predictable boundaries, and plenty of patience can make a big difference.

And remember: The goal isn't a perfect Halloween. It's helping our kids learn to navigate excitement, disappointment, and big emotions with our support.

At Inspire Counseling Center, we help children with ADHD and their families develop tools for emotional regulation, confidence, and resilience.

💜 Because sometimes the sweetest thing you can give your child isn't another piece of candy. It's your understanding.

📲 Call or Text (847) 919-9096 

#ADHDParenting #ADHDKids #HalloweenWithKids #ADHDAwareness #ParentingTips #EmotionalRegulation #NeurodivergentKids #ChildTherapy #InspireCounselingCenter
Halloween drama has already started… and it’s not even October. 🎃

Every year, we hear from parents whose child wasn’t included in the group costume… wasn’t invited to trick-or-treat… or suddenly realizes everyone else already has Halloween plans.

And Halloween can make friendship struggles feel especially painful.

Because unlike a sleepover or birthday party, there isn’t an obvious limit.

You can trick-or-treat with one kid… or 20.

So when your child is the one left out, it can feel VERY personal.

And as parents, our instinct is often to FIX it.

Text the other parents. Find out what happened. Make new plans. Tell them those kids aren’t worth their time.

But before you fix anything… listen.

Try:

“That really hurts. I can understand why you feel left out.”

Sometimes these painful moments give us an opportunity to connect with our kids in a way we can't when everything is going well.

And then — as hard as this part is — let them experience some of the discomfort.

Because one of the most important things kids and teens can learn is:

“I can go through something hard… and I can handle it.”

We don’t build resilience by making sure our kids never feel rejected, disappointed, embarrassed, or left out.

We build it by staying beside them while they move through those feelings.

Halloween might feel huge right now.

But knowing, “I can handle hard things”?

That lasts a lot longer than Halloween. ❤️
Is your kid's friend group changing? 💔

When you hear, “They don’t like me anymore” does your heart skip a beat? Do you get fired up? Most parents feel something in the fight-flight range of reactions. We want to protect our kids from all pain. 

Maybe your daughter comes home crying. Her best friend is suddenly hanging out with someone else. She wasn't added to the new group chat. Maybe everyone was invited somewhere except her.

And every parental instinct in you says:

FIX IT.

Should you call another parent? Contact the school? Tell her those girls aren't worth her time?

Sometimes the best first step is actually much simpler:

Listen and connect. 

Friendships can change during the tween and teen years. Kids are figuring out who they are, where they belong, what they value in relationships, and how to navigate conflict, rejection and repair.

That doesn't make the heartbreak any less real.

Instead of immediately jumping into problem-solving mode, try:

💛 “That sounds really painful.”
💛 “Do you want me to listen, or would you like help figuring out what to do?”
💛 “What do you think happened?”
💛 “What would you like to happen next?”

Giving your child room to navigate age-appropriate friendship struggles can help them build confidence, boundaries, communication skills and resilience. So they can navigate age-appropriate struggles as they grow older. 

But stepping back doesn't mean ignoring everything.

If you're seeing persistent bullying, harassment, threats, online cruelty, significant school avoidance, increasing isolation, or major changes in your child's mood or behavior, it may be time for adults to become more involved.

Perhaps one of the hardest parts of parenting is recognizing that our job isn't to protect our kids from ever experiencing rejection. 

It's to help them realize they can handle it, and they are resilient. Also, they can learn that you are a safe person they can return to when it happens. ❤️

#TeenFriendships #MiddleSchool #MiddleSchoolFriendships #TweenParenting #ParentingTeens #TeenMentalHealth #FriendshipProblems #TeenAnxiety #ParentingTweens #InspireCounselingCenter
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