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RelationQuest Counseling

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RelationQuest Counseling

Mental health counseling using CBT, ACT, DBT and RO-DBT. Coaching services also available. I am a therapist in private practice with over 20 years of experience.

I work with individuals, couples, and families.

09/30/2025

✨ Better sleep = better mental health.
Small changes in your nightly routine can make a big difference. Stick to a schedule, cut back on late-night screens and caffeine, and give yourself time to unwind. Your mind and body will thank you.

09/25/2025

✨ Mindfulness is the art of being fully present. One page, one breath, one moment at a time.

09/23/2025

✨ If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, consider this your gentle reminder it’s okay to take that first step. At RelationQuest Counseling, we’re here to walk with you through life’s challenges and help you find clarity, healing, and growth. 💙

09/18/2025

🌿 In RO-DBT, a tribe is more than a group of people. It’s a safe space where you feel connected, accepted, and understood.

A tribe helps you practice openness, feel less alone, and embrace authenticity over perfection. 💙

💭 Who’s part of your tribe?

09/16/2025

Sometimes, the most healing choice you can make for your mental health is to simply unplug.

Stepping away from screens, work, and the constant noise of daily life allows your mind and body the space to truly recharge.

✨ Rest is not a luxury, it is essential.
✨ You do not have to “earn” your right to pause.
✨ When you give yourself permission to rest, you strengthen your ability to show up in other areas of life.

At RelationQuest Counseling, we encourage you to listen closely to what your body and mind are asking for. If they are signaling that it is time to slow down, honor that message with compassion. Your well-being is not just important, it is necessary. 💙

09/09/2025

✨ Managing Perfectionism ✨

Striving for excellence is great—but when “good enough” never feels good enough, it can lead to stress and burnout.

💡 Tips to help:
✔️ Focus on progress, not perfection
✔️ Set realistic expectations
✔️ Celebrate small wins
✔️ Practice self-compassion

At RelationQuest Counseling, we’re here to help you break free from perfectionism and find balance.

📲 Reach out today to take the first step.

09/04/2025

Are you busy or are you fulfilled?
There’s a big difference.

✨Being busy often means rushing from task to task, saying “yes” to everything, and feeling drained at the end of the day.

✨Being fulfilled means your time and energy align with your values, goals, and what matters most to you—leaving you with a sense of meaning, not just motion.

At RelationQuest Counseling, we help you explore what truly brings fulfillment, so you can set healthy boundaries, find balance, and create a life that feels purposeful.

09/02/2025

✨Navigating a faith transition can be challenging.

Changes in beliefs or practices can sometimes create tension with family, partners, or even within your community. It’s normal to feel uncertain or overwhelmed during this season of change.

At RelationQuest Counseling, we provide a safe and supportive space to process your journey. Together, we can explore your experiences and help you navigate meaningful conversations with your loved ones.

08/28/2025

🌱 Vulnerability = Strength 🌱

We’re often taught that showing emotions or asking for help makes us “weak.” In truth, vulnerability is one of the greatest signs of courage.

Being open and authentic, whether it’s sharing your feelings, admitting you don’t have all the answers, or reaching out for support, shows incredible strength. Vulnerability builds connection, fosters trust, and creates space for real growth.

💬 At RelationQuest Counseling, we believe embracing vulnerability is the first step toward healing and building stronger relationships with yourself and with others.

✨ Remember: It takes far more strength to open up than to hide behind walls.

08/26/2025

Have you ever heard of a personality that is considered to be “overcontrolled”?

In Radically Open DBT (RO DBT), being overcontrolled means relying on too much self control. It can show up as hiding emotions, sticking to rigid routines, or valuing independence so strongly that it creates distance in relationships.

Self control can be a strength, but when taken too far it may lead to loneliness, stress, and emotional disconnection.

At RelationQuest Counseling we use RO DBT to help clients grow in openness, flexibility, and connection. This allows more space for joy and authentic relationships. 💙

You do not have to carry it all alone. We are here to help.
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08/21/2025

When in doubt, it’s not about more control, it’s about more connection. Slow down, tune in, and let your inner child guide the way.
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08/19/2025

✨ Self-Enquiry in RO-DBT ✨

Self-enquiry is a powerful mindfulness practice from Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT). It helps us pause, reflect, and explore the “why” behind our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

By practicing self-enquiry, we begin to notice patterns in how we interact with the world and the people around us. This gentle curiosity opens the door to growth, deeper self-awareness, and more authentic connections.
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Address

215 W Elm Street, Ste 103
Sycamore, IL
60178

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 8:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.relationquest.com/

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