Rosecrans & Associates INC

12/09/2025

Help us raise money for families!

https://support.solvehungertoday.org/Rosecrans25

12/05/2025

Bariatric Surgery, Body Dysmorphia & Healing: What You Need to Know

👉 Read it here: https://rosecransassoc.com/bariatric-surgery-body-dysmorphia-treatment/

🔍 In this article, we explore:
1. How even after significant weight loss, many individuals face intense body-image issues, including excess skin, feeling “unfinished,” or still seeing their old body in the mirror. Research shows that body image dissatisfaction remains common in post-bariatric patients.
2. The link between these body-image concerns and emotional-health struggles like anxiety, depression, or disordered-eating patterns.
3. Practical support: how to recognize the signs of body dysmorphic or disordered body-image changes after surgery; when to seek help; and therapeutic options (like CBT, self-compassion practices, support groups).
4. Why addressing the mind-side of this journey is just as important as the physical change. It’s not just about weight loss—it’s about feeling whole, safe, and connected to your body again.

If you’ve been through (or are considering) bariatric surgery, or know someone who has, this post is for you. It’s okay to be proud of the physical changes and still need support for the emotional ones.

Dr. Rosecrans specializes in aiding those pre and post surgery with the varying events and difficulties that can arise. She has 10 years of experience with bariatric surgery. Contact us today to learn more at 847-461-8414.

Feel free to share this post with someone who might benefit—because healing happens when we don’t go it alone.

Address body dysmorphia after bariatric surgery with therapy. Improve self-esteem, body image, and mental health post-weight loss.

12/03/2025

🌟 Is your child or teen starting therapy — or thinking about it?

We’ve got you covered. Our new blog post at Rosecrans & Associates— “Child & Teen Therapy: What to Expect” — is here to walk you through the process, ease the uncertainty, and help your family feel more confident about this next step.

👉 Read it here: https://rosecransassoc.com/child-teen-therapy-what-to-expect/

🧒 Here's a snapshot of what you’ll learn:
What happens during those first few sessions — intake, background details, and checking in with you and your child/teen.
How therapy can look different depending on age: play, art and supportive activities for younger children; deeper talk and skill-building for teens.
The importance of setting goals together — child, parent, and therapist all working as a team.
How long therapy might last, and what your role as a parent or caregiver can be to support the process.

If you’ve been feeling unsure about taking the first step or wondering “What actually happens in therapy?”, this post is a reassuring read. Feel free to share with other parents or caregivers who might benefit — letting someone know they’re not alone is a great first move.

Specialized therapy for children and teens in Algonquin. Rosecrans & Associates offers in-person and telehealth sessions for emotional growth and mental wellness.

12/02/2025

For Giving Tuesday, drop off some food items at our office for D300's Food pantry. This is a great way to give back to our neighbor's and community.

12/02/2025

For this Giving Tuesday, help us raise money for the Northern Illinois Food bank where $10 is worth about $80 in groceries. The Northern Illinois Food bank delivers food to all the local food pantries in northern Illinois. This is a great way to help our neighbors and community.

Click the Link to donate: https://support.solvehungertoday.org/Rosecrans25

12/01/2025

🛠️ Relationships aren’t perfect — but they can heal.
Our latest blog post at Rosecrans & Associates dives into “The Gottman Method and the Four Horsemen: How to Recognize and Repair Relationship Damage”.

📖 Read it here: https://rosecransassoc.com/the-gottman-method-and-the-four-horsemen-how-to-recognize-and-repair-relationship-damage/

💡 Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
The four destructive patterns recognized in relationships: criticism, contempt, defensiveness & stonewalling.
What each of these “horsemen” looks like in everyday interactions — and why they’re so damaging.
How the Gottman Method offers antidotes to each one to restore connection and respect.
Practical steps you and your partner can take to build healthier communication and a stronger bond.

If you’re in a relationship and you’ve felt stuck in repeating cycles of hurt, this blog is a helpful place to start. Feel free to share with someone you care about — healing is a journey best shared.

Relationships are never perfect—but they don’t have to be toxic, either. If you’re experiencing more arguments than connection or communication breakdowns that leave you feeling unseen, you’re not alone. Many couples fall into destructive patterns without realizing it. That’s where the Got...

11/28/2025

🌱 Feeling stuck in cycles of manipulation and emotional pain?

Our latest blog — “Rosecrans & Associates: Narcissistic Abuse — Signs, Support, and the Path to Healing” — explores how to recognize the silent harm of narcissistic abuse and begin reclaiming your life.

🔍 What you’ll find inside:
• How narcissistic abuse shows up — gaslighting, devaluation, emotional control.
• Key signs you’ve endured this kind of harm.
• Why you’re not to blame (even if the messages you’ve been fed told you otherwise).
• Practical steps toward healing: boundaries, therapy, self-compassion, rebuilding trust.
• A hopeful message: healing is possible.

🔗 Read the full blog: https://rosecransassoc.com/narcissistic-abuse-signs-support-and-the-path-to-healing/

If you recognize this in your story—or are supporting someone who might—please share this post. Sometimes seeing just a glimmer of hope is enough to start a new chapter. You’re not alone.

Understand the signs of narcissistic abuse and begin your path to healing with expert mental health support from Rosecrans & Associates.

11/27/2025

11/26/2025

🍃 Is your mind racing more than usual lately?
Trying to stay focused but feeling like nothing sticks?

Our latest blog post — “ADHD Evaluations: Understanding the Process” — is here to clear the fog.

📖 Read it here: https://rosecransassoc.com/adhd-evaluations-understanding-the-process/

🔍 What you’ll discover:
Why an assessment for Attention‑Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) isn’t just a quick check-list, but a sound process of understanding your brain and daily habits.

What to expect: the history-taking, questionnaires, rating-scales, observations across settings.

How this process helps distinguish ADHD from other overlapping concerns like anxiety, learning differences, or executive-function variances.

Why getting clarity matters — it’s not about “labeling” but unlocking strategies, supports, and self-understanding.

If you’re considering whether an evaluation might be right for you, this blog is a helpful first step. Share this post with someone who could benefit from learning more.

Comprehensive ADHD evaluations for adults. We provide assessment, therapy, and strategies for long-term success.

11/25/2025

🕯️ Coping with Grief During Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is often filled with gratitude, family, and tradition — but when you’re grieving, the holiday can feel heavy and bittersweet. Missing someone you love can make even joyful moments feel painful. 💛

Here are a few ways to care for your mental health this Thanksgiving:�🍂

1. Acknowledge your grief. You don’t have to “stay strong” or pretend you’re okay. It’s normal to feel sadness during the holidays.�
2. Honor your loved one. Light a candle, share a favorite memory, cook their favorite dish — small gestures can bring comfort.�
3. Let yourself feel joy without guilt. It’s okay to laugh or enjoy the moment while still missing someone deeply.�
4. Simplify the holiday. Give yourself permission to say no, rest, or change traditions if it feels too hard this year.�
5. Reach out for support. Spend time with people who understand your loss — or talk with a therapist who can help you process your emotions.

Grief changes the holidays, but it doesn’t erase love.�You can carry memories forward and still create moments of peace and gratitude.

Rosecrans & Associates — supporting you through grief, healing, and the holidays with compassion and care.

11/24/2025

We are so excited to announce a new member to our team, Dr. Maggie Slavich Psy.D. LCP.
Dr. Maggie's Approach to Therapy:

"I believe that the relationship I form with my clients and their families is the most important part of the therapeutic process. I take a client-centered approach to therapy and utilize other therapeutic techniques as needed, but in a more informal way than “traditional” therapy. I love “info dumps” and hearing about your passions. I am authentic and down-to-earth and want my clients to feel comfortable unmasking and being their authentic selves as well. I believe there is room for humor in therapy and that it is a central feature of my approach and personality. I am able to connect to anyone I meet and find value in every client I encounter. You will find that I am extremely non-judgmental and that there is not anything you can say that I will find weird or will make me dislike you and stop caring about you. I am passionate about working with diverse populations. I do not give advice that I would not follow myself and am a believer in “practicing what I preach.” I am here to meet you where you are and to support you. I also run a support group for adults with Autism Level 1, and the group is always open to new members.

I have worked in a therapeutic day school in the past, so I am able to support clients and advocate for their needs when it comes to school accommodations through things like 504 plans and IEPs. It is important to me that I work collaboratively with other providers such as schools, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, and hospital programs to best support your needs."

11/24/2025

🍽️ Are cravings and food habits feeling out of control?

You’re not alone.
Our latest blog at Rosecrans & Associates — “Food Addiction: Understanding the Struggle and Finding Treatment” — dives into how food addiction works, why certain foods trigger addictive-like patterns, and how treatment and support can really make a difference.

👉 Read it now: https://rosecransassoc.com/food-addiction-understanding-the-struggle-and-finding-treatment/

Here’s a snapshot of what you’ll find:
What “food addiction” means and how it’s similar to other addictive behaviors.

The signs and signals — intense cravings, loss of control, guilt/ shame cycles, and more.

Treatment pathways: therapy (like CBT), lifestyle shifts, support groups.

Why you don’t have to do it alone — hope, help and recovery are possible.

If you or someone you care about is struggling, this blog might be a helpful step toward understanding and healing. Please share if you think it could help someone else.

Discover what food addiction is, how it differs from emotional eating and binge eating, and explore mental health treatments for recovery.