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Barbara Smurzynski

Therapist(She)
13 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside individuals, couples, teens, families, and groups as they navigate big life changes and tough emotions. I’m especially experienced with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief and loss, spirituality, parenting, stress, and major life transitions.

My approach to therapy

I’ve also led workshops and support groups on building healthy relationships, blended families, divorce recovery, and transitioning into college. My background in youth ministry shapes my warm, down-to-earth style and my passion for helping people grow, heal, and move forward after difficult life events.

What you can expect from me

I see therapy as a journey where I’m your guide, not your boss. Together, we’ll look at what’s working and what isn’t, explore options, and gently challenge stuck patterns while respecting that you’re the expert on your life. In our first session, we’ll go over the basics, gather important history, and simply get to know each other so you can decide if this feels like the right fit.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Direct, Empowering, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    13 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Governors State University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Indiana), LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Depression, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Play, Art Therapy, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Relational, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    11516 183rd Place Ste Nw
    Orland Park, IL 60467