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Inspire Counseling Center, Kenilworth, IL (2025)

07/24/2025

📣 Meet Our New Therapists! 🍂✨

As we gear up for the busy fall season, Inspire Counseling Center is thrilled to welcome 6 incredible new therapists to our team! Meet the newest Inspire Counseling Center team members ready to support you now & into the fall

Each one brings their own expertise, passion, and warmth to the work — from supporting kids and teens after school to working with adults on weekends, we’ve expanded to meet you where you are.

🍂 Fall schedules are already pre-booking — and we know how busy life gets. That’s why we’ve added more:
✅ After-school appointments
✅ Evening & weekend hours
✅ More specialties
✅ More availability for new clients
✅ And best of all — availability for new clients now!

Swipe to meet our newest therapists and find your perfect fit. 💛

🗓️ Ready to claim your fall appointment?
📞 Call or Text (847) 919-9096 or visit inspirecounselingcenter.com
📍 Northbrook | Lake Forest | Kenilworth | Evanston

07/22/2025

🎓 Local Event for College-Bound Women 🎓

Calling all college-aged girls (you do *not* have to be a current patient to attend) College is an exciting new chapter, and we want to make sure you have all the tools to stay safe, healthy, and confident as you navigate this journey.

Hosted by Beyond Gyne Health in Lake Forest, this educational event is designed to empower college-aged women with tools for physical and mental well-being, sexual health, and personal safety. Through interactive, expert-led sessions, students will walk away with practical skills and a boost in confidence.

🌟Bonus: Inspire will be leading the mental health portion—come say hi!🌟

What you'll learn:
🍎 Dorm meals & healthy dining choices
🚨 Safety & confidence building
🏥 Healthcare options while away from home
🧠 Mental Health tips for new routines & relationships
👥 Building healthy relationships & staying grounded

📆Date: Wednesday, July 30 (6:00 - 8:00 PM)
📍Location: Beyond Gyne Health Lake Forest Office
959 S. Waukegan Road, 2nd Floor
Lake Forest, IL 60045

REGISTER: (847) 234- 3250 x222

💰 Cost: $30 | All are welcome!

07/22/2025

Packing for college can be so fun!! Matching duvet covers & decor can make your new dorm room feel homey.

As therapists who support college students, we help create an *emotionally* homey environment too, so you and your roommate feel safe, secure, comfortable in your new living situation.

Here's our top 5 Roommate Convo Starters .... for you borrow or make your own!

We’ve seen how these 5 simple conversations make SUCH a big impact for your emotional health. Listen, living with someone new can bring up a lot—especially if it’s your first time sharing a room!

Misunderstandings around small things (like who’s supposed to clean up) can build up fast, leading to tension, isolation, or even mental health struggles.

SO MUCH can be avoided can be avoided by talking ahead of time!! Take a little time to get to know how your roommate lives, feels, and communicates. You’ll thank yourself later.....and avoid a whole lot of resentment and frustration

When you set expectations *early*, communicate honestly, and create boundaries from the start, it can make the difference between a positive, respectful roommate relationship… and one that causes stress, anxiety, or even loneliness.

After all-- your COLLEGE DORM WILL BE YOUR NEW HOME🏡--at least temporarily. You should feel like a safe, comfortable space—and that starts with honest conversations.

So before you unpack your boxes—start here.

Full article link in bio!

➡️Send this or tag someone who is living with roommates this fall ...or better yet tell us what YOUR best conversation starters were!!

04/29/2025

🎓 Headed to College This Fall? Let’s Get You Ready.🎓

College is a fresh start—but it can also come with stress, pressure, and big emotions. Leaving home and navigating classes, new friends, dating, roommates and life on your own is a lot!

Our College TransitionGroup is here to help you start this journey with support, confidence, and a solid mental health foundation.

👥 What you’ll get from this group:
🌟 Strategies to manage stress, homesickness, and change
🤝 A space to share, reflect, and connect with others headed to college
💬 Real talk about relationships, identity, and independence
🧠 Tools for emotional resilience & self-care on campus
🚀 Start the semester feeling confident, not overwhelmed

📅 Summer sessions enrolling now
July 9 - Aug 20 (Weds 4-5pm)
Inspire Counseling Evanston
📍Virtual & in-person options available
🔗 www.inspirecounselingcenter.com/groups

You’ve got this—and we’ve got you. 💙

04/25/2025

😅 Anxiety’s Real — But So Is Laughter
What if tackling anxiety could feel FUN? Try something new this spring ....

Introducing our Improv for Anxiety Therapy Group — where healing meets humor. 🎭💬

🤔Why improv?🤔
✨ It teaches you to stay present
😂 Helps you laugh at life’s awkward moments
🤝 Builds social confidence & connection
🚫 Breaks the perfectionism-anxiety cycle
🗣️ Boosts spontaneity and self-expression

No comedy experience needed — just a willingness to try, be real, and maybe even laugh a little. Learn how to use improv to free yourself from anxiety, while boosting your confidence!

📅 Spring & Summer group now enrolling
Mondays 7-8:30pm
Inspire (911 Church Street, Evanston, IL)
Led by Aimee Kackley, LCPC (a hilarious and improv trained therapist!)
📍In-person, safe, and supportive
🔗 www.inspirecounselingcenter.com/groups

Come for the laughs. Stay for the growth.

04/24/2025

🎓 Calling 8th Grade (soon-to-be Graduates!!) 🎓
Starting High School is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming.

This summer, join our "High School Transition" Group for Rising Freshmen, a supportive space just for students preparing for that next big step.

Why join?
✨ Connect with other kids going through the same changes
📚Build confidence & manage anxiety
🎯 Learn tools for stress, friendships, academics & more
💬 Have real conversations in a judgment-free zone
🌱 Start the school year feeling grounded, prepared, and empowered

📅 Sessions start this summer (July 9-Aug 20 ~Weds 3-4pm)
📍In-person & virtual options available
🔗www.inspirecounselingcenter.com/groups
📲 (847) 919-9096 (call or text)

Let's tackle high school together. 💪

04/17/2025

For some teens, prom brings excitement. For others? It can bring anxiety.
“What if I don’t have a date?”
"What if I ask someone and they say 'no'?"
“What if I don’t feel like I belong?”
“What if something goes wrong?”
"What if everyone is "partying"?

If prom has your teen feeling overwhelmed instead of overjoyed, therapy can help them:

👗 Work through social anxiety & perfectionism
👗Process big emotions in a safe space
👗Build confidence and self-compassion
👗 Learn coping tools for the pressure & expectations

Prom is just one night—but the skills they gain in therapy can last a lifetime. 💛

04/15/2025

Each spring, we prepare for change. For parents who are preparing for graduations, and changes at home ..it's a big transition. Especially if it's your last or only child.

When the Nest Grows Quiet… You're Not Alone. 💛

Your kids are off chasing their dreams—and while your heart is full of pride, it might also ache a little in the quiet moments. It’s okay to feel… a little lost.

This new chapter can bring unexpected feelings:
💭 “Who am I now?”
💭 “What’s next for me?”
💭 “Why does this feel harder than I thought?”

Transitions like this can stir up more than just silence—grief, identity shifts, old emotions, even relationship changes.

Here’s the gentle truth:
🌼 Letting go is a process.
🌼It’s normal to feel a mix of emotions. You’re not the only one navigating this.
🌼 Therapy can be a comforting space to process, reflect, and reconnect—with yourself.
🌼Therapy can help you rediscover you—outside of your role as a parent.
🌼You’re never “too old” to start a new adventure or chapter in your life!!

Talking to a therapist doesn’t mean something is wrong. It means you’re investing in yourself in a brand new, exciting, season. 🌿

You’ve spent so long caring for others. This season? It’s a chance to care for you. 💕

04/15/2025

📚Thinking About College? Think About Therapy Too. ✨

Whether you're preparing to go away to school for the first time, or you could use some support while home this summer....we've got you covered!

College is one of the life's biggest transitions—new people, new pressures, new freedom.

Also, did you know that Social & Emotional intelligence is one of the #1 predictors for success? Not all lessons are learned in a classroom.

Therapy can help you:

💬 Process emotions & anxiety
🧭 Build coping skills for stress
🛠️ Strengthen self-awareness & resilience
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Create support before the change hits

Therapy isn’t just for when things fall apart—it’s a powerful tool to prepare and thrive.

📚 Mental health is part of college prep, too. 💛

04/08/2025

As we enter Spring, students face a lot of changes as students prepare for the end of the school year. Transitions can be challenging, even when they're positive.

Teenagers don’t always express their struggles directly, so here are some reminders of subtle signs that might indicate they’re going through a tough time mentally or emotionally:

➡️Changes in Sleep Patterns
- Sleeping a lot more or less than usual
- Staying up very late or sleeping through the day

➡️Withdrawing from Friends or Family
- Spending more time alone than usual
- Avoiding family activities or being less talkative

➡️Loss of Interest in Activities
- No longer enjoying hobbies or sports they used to love
- Seeming bored or disconnected most of the time

➡️Changes in Appetite or Eating Habits
- Noticeable weight gain or loss
- Skipping meals or overeating without explanation

➡️ Drop in Academic Performance
- Declining grades, missing assignments, or less interest in school
- Frequent complaints about school-related stress

➡️Mood Swings or Irritability
- Getting angry or upset more easily
- Seeming more anxious, sad, or “on edge” without a clear reason

➡️Negative Self-Talk or Low Self-Esteem
- Saying things like “I’m stupid” or “I can’t do anything right”
- Comparing themselves negatively to others

➡️Physical Complaints Without a Clear Cause
- Frequent headaches, stomachaches, or fatigue
- Going to the nurse often at school

➡️ Overuse of Technology
- Escaping into screens more than usual, especially social media or gaming
- Becoming upset when asked to take breaks from devices

➡️ Risk-Taking or Self-Destructive Behavior
- Acting recklessly, using substances, or showing signs of self-harm

If you notice several of these signs and they persist for a couple of weeks or seem to be worsening, it might be time to gently check in and consider seeking support from a mental health professional. A good rule of thumb is "when in doubt, check it out."

Our therapists love supporting teens and are here whenever you need!

04/01/2025

Transitioning to reality after Spring Break can be really hard. Vacation Blues are real.

If you're doing or feeling any of these, you might have "Vacation Blues":
🏖️Scrolling Zillow or Redfin for houses in vacation hot spots
🏖️Already planning your next vacation
🏖️Can't stop looking at vaca pics, feeling strong nostalgia
🏖️Feeling extremely tired or physically fatigued
🏖️Overwhelmed by work or life responsibilities
🏖️Feeling really sad or anxious

The good news is that you're not alone. Sometimes just knowing that is enough to help! And, there are some easy things you can do to help make the transition more easy and bring the sparkle into your everyday life.

☀️Ease Back Into Work and Responsibilities Rather than diving straight in
☀️Maintain a Sense of Vacation Joy
☀️Prioritize Self-Care and Rest. It’s tempting to jump right back into your usual hectic pace, but your body may still be adjusting from the travel and change of environment, so listen to it.
☀️Organize and Set Small Goals The post-vacation to-do list can seem daunting, but breaking tasks into smaller, manageable chunks can help reduce anxiety. Start by organizing your workspace, your email inbox, or any other area of your life that feels chaotic.
☀️Create a New Routine or Routine Rituals - If you’re feeling bored or uninspired after your vacation, it might be time to mix things up. Create new routines or rituals that bring a sense of novelty to your daily life.
☀️Reflect on Your Vacation and Gratitude- Think about what you enjoyed during your trip. Start a journal or create a photo album of your vacation memories to savor that joy!
☀️Be Kind to Yourself-- Remember feeling a little down after vacation is completely normal. Give yourself time to adjust and don’t be too hard on yourself.

If you're feeling overwhelmed or want some support, we are here with wide open arms.

I don't know if you need to hear this (or just myself!), but you are not alone. We're right alongside you in this journey. Let's make this week a great one!

02/27/2025

If you are facing a life transition -- big or small -- this is for YOU!

👋Empty nesting
👋"Sandwich Generation" caring for aging parents, while still your own kids
👋Peri-menopause or Menopause (or other changes in your body and health)
👋Changes in your marriage
👋 Retirement
👋 Family loss

No matter what the change of season of life, transitions can be tough.

Life transitions can also be transformative.

Transitions are bring an invitation. An invitation to write your next chapter. Shout out loud and celebrate who you are, feel comfortable in your own skin and thrive.

Aimee Kackley is a therapist who specializes in helping women through transitions. Here are her TOP 2 Tools for women going through a transition:

1. Daily Gratitude Lists are a foundation for self-care. Through noticing and writing down at least one thing we're grateful for, we start to train our brains to see the positive things-- outside and inside ourselves. Plus, this tool can be a comfort and encouragement on days we struggle, as we can reflect and review things we've been grateful for in the past.

2. The practice of "yes, and." This is a foundational Improv game where a person begins learns to respond "yes, and" to another person's commentary. No matter what the other person says--(even if it's incorrect!)--instead of saying "no" or focusing on correcting the other person, when we say "Yes, and..." it is a positive way to playfully build on what the other person is saying and we begin to pivot towards possibilities and find a trust in ourselves to achieve tangible and inner goals.

If you'd like some one-on-one support through any of your life transitions, Aimee is accepting new clients and books quickly. She would love to help you answer life's question: "Who Am I, NOW?"

Call or text (847) 919-9096 or hello@inspirecounselingcenter.com to schedule today!

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