Darien IL Psychologist, Dr Erica Essary at Spectrum Psychological Services

Welcome to

Spectrum Psychological Services

Feeling stuck and not sure what the next step is to take in your life?  Maybe you have a nagging sense that things could be “better,” but you’re not sure how to get to that better place.  Difficult times happen to everyone, but for some people those times seem to keep on coming and it’s becoming more of a struggle to get through the days.  You don’t have to do this alone, and as a psychologist I’m here to tell you things can get better.

You can change your future by starting with your present.

Life is unpredictable and where you thought you were one day may not be where you find yourself the next, or perhaps where you want to be in the future.  No one stays entirely static, and your thoughts and feelings about who you are and what you desire from life evolve as you grow.  People are often afraid of change, especially any change about themselves, often ignoring the nagging voice inside that says “something is not quite right.”  Maybe you drown it out with something to distract you or throw yourself into work, school, or relationships.

Whatever the choices, there comes a point where you know it is not working any longer and it is time to face what you have been trying hard not to examine.  Maybe it’s a sense of disconnection from others and perhaps even from yourself.  By learning ways to manage emotional states, cope with challenges, and reframe problems, we can put the pieces together and you can live a more fulfilling life.

Spectrum Psychological Services offers a variety of tailored therapy services in person and online for people who are interested in discovering and exploring themselves and improving their connections with others. In the day to day patterns of life, who you are can get lost in the shuffle, and this can leave you with feelings of anxiety, irritability, sadness, and even depression.  Connecting back to your values and your true self with a psychologist can help alleviate much of the hurt you are experiencing.

The goal of our services is to support you in identifying and managing personal concerns, learn more about yourself, and make positive life changes. By learning ways to manage emotional states, cope with challenges, and reframe problems, you can free yourself, become unstuck, and live a more fulfilling life.

Now Accepting New Clients!