RelationQuest Counseling

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.

You can be disciplined, reliable, and emotionally controlled — and still feel deeply disconnected.Sometimes self-control...
01/06/2026

You can be disciplined, reliable, and emotionally controlled — and still feel deeply disconnected.

Sometimes self-control looks like strength on the outside, but isolation on the inside.

RO-DBT supports people who hold it all together yet feel unseen, lonely, or emotionally distant. It’s not about losing control or changing who you are. It’s about building genuine connection in a way that feels safe and sustainable.

If this resonates, you’re not broken — and you’re not alone.

New year. Fresh chapter. Continued support.Whether you’re setting intentions, working through challenges, or simply seek...
01/01/2026

New year. Fresh chapter. Continued support.
Whether you’re setting intentions, working through challenges, or simply seeking space to grow, RelationQuest Counseling is here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Happy Holidays from RelationQuest Counseling.This season can bring joy, reflection, and sometimes added stress. Wherever...
12/23/2025

Happy Holidays from RelationQuest Counseling.
This season can bring joy, reflection, and sometimes added stress. Wherever you find yourself, we hope you experience moments of peace, connection, and care. Support is always here when you need it.

The holidays are often painted as joyful and full of connection, but for many people, this season can feel heavy.Grief, ...
12/16/2025

The holidays are often painted as joyful and full of connection, but for many people, this season can feel heavy.

Grief, family dynamics, financial stress, loneliness, or simply the pressure to feel “happy” can make the holidays emotionally overwhelming. If you’re finding this time of year harder than expected, you’re not alone—and nothing is “wrong” with you for feeling that way.

At RelationQuest Counseling, we believe support should be available when life feels most challenging, not just when it feels manageable. Whether you’re navigating stress, anxiety, relationship strain, or emotional exhaustion, help is always here.

You don’t have to carry it all through the holidays on your own. Reaching out can be the first step toward relief, clarity, and support during this season and beyond.

If this resonates, we’re here when you’re ready.

Growth doesn’t require perfection, just openness.Small shifts can transform everything.If you’re ready to explore new sk...
12/09/2025

Growth doesn’t require perfection, just openness.
Small shifts can transform everything.

If you’re ready to explore new skills, perspectives, and support, we’re here to help.
Call today to schedule an appointment.

A simple RO-DBT skill you can try anytime:Soften your facial expression for 10 seconds.It’s a small, powerful way to inc...
12/02/2025

A simple RO-DBT skill you can try anytime:
Soften your facial expression for 10 seconds.
It’s a small, powerful way to increase openness, signal safety, and strengthen connection with the people around you.

Happy Thanksgiving from RelationQuest Counseling. Today we pause to reflect on the power of connection, support, and hea...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from RelationQuest Counseling. Today we pause to reflect on the power of connection, support, and healing. We are grateful for every individual, couple, and family who trusts us to walk alongside them on their journey. Wishing you a day filled with peace, gratitude, and meaningful moments with the people who matter most.

Winter can drain your emotional battery faster than usual. If you have been feeling low or worn out, you are not alone. ...
11/20/2025

Winter can drain your emotional battery faster than usual. If you have been feeling low or worn out, you are not alone. Support, small habits, and gentle care can make a real difference. RelationQuest Counseling is here when you need us.

Today’s reminder: small skills can make a big difference. Each week we’ll share a practical tool from CBT, ACT, DBT, or ...
11/18/2025

Today’s reminder: small skills can make a big difference. Each week we’ll share a practical tool from CBT, ACT, DBT, or RO-DBT that you can use in real life to feel more grounded, connected, and understood.
If you’re curious about how these skills can support your mental health journey, we’re here to help.

Faith transitions can bring grief as well as change. Leaving or reshaping a faith tradition often means saying goodbye t...
11/06/2025

Faith transitions can bring grief as well as change. Leaving or reshaping a faith tradition often means saying goodbye to familiar parts of life like community, identity, and belonging. It’s natural to grieve what once grounded you, even when moving forward. Therapy provides space to honor that loss, explore what this season means, and rebuild with authenticity and peace. If you’re navigating a shift in faith, you don’t have to do it alone.

Feeling like you have to hold everything together all the time? RO-DBT helps those who struggle with over-control when b...
10/28/2025

Feeling like you have to hold everything together all the time? RO-DBT helps those who struggle with over-control when being too strong starts to feel isolating.

At RelationQuest Counseling, we help you reconnect, relax, and rediscover balance through openness and flexibility.

Your mental health matters. 💚At RelationQuest Counseling, we believe in creating a space where compassion meets connecti...
10/21/2025

Your mental health matters. 💚
At RelationQuest Counseling, we believe in creating a space where compassion meets connection. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, or simply need someone to talk to, you are not alone.

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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

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