“Marj has made a difference in my life. She has been an empathic listener, a cheerleader, a self-esteem boost, insightful and a reflective sounding board during my journey in therapy. She has helped me in a spiritual manner as well, reinforcing and reconnecting my life and my relationship with God – not many therapists are […]
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“I met Marj as an apathetic teenager experiencing severe depression and having regular suicidal thoughts. I was battling dangerous bouts of self-harm and feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness. Marj helped me identify my strengths and weaknesses and challenged me to face my depression head-on by committing to regular therapy sessions, group therapy, and activities such […]
Continue ReadingInstrumental in Assisting Me In Overcoming a Traumatic Life Change
“Marj has been my therapist/counselor for over a year and she has been instrumental in assisting me in overcoming a traumatic life change that occurred just after starting therapy. She is extremely professional and had my best interests in mind. She was focused on meeting my specific needs and I never felt like just another […]
Continue ReadingI Wish Marjorie Had Come Into My Life Sooner
“Marjorie came into my life during a time of severe depression and hopelessness. To say I was close to the end would not at all be over stating it. Through Marjorie I have been able to face and develop coping skills that allow me to face the things in my life that were out of […]
Continue ReadingShe Is Caring, Highly Competent, And She Won’t Give Up On You
“For many years I suffered from depression. Dr. Heim helped me process through all of the negative emotions and to take care of myself. She helped me work through very traumatic events in my life, and supported me and cared about me more than I would have ever expected. She did whatever it took to […]
Continue ReadingTruly Amazing At What She Does
“Dr. Deb’s approach to counseling has changed my life. I was referred to Dr. Deb for help with depression, anxiety and traumatic events in my childhood. Her approach as a new client was very gentle, and she was very easy to talk to. She was very natural and non-judgemental. Through our counseling together, I can […]
Continue ReadingNaperville Sun Times Interviews Our President On What Makes Marriages Work!
Our founder and president, James Smithers, was interviewed by the Naperville Sun Times and Aurora Beacon on the secrets to making marriages work. As an experienced couples counselor and expert in his community, James shared his thoughts on the fundamental necessities in making a marriage work and the toxic pitfalls that couples have to avoid […]
Continue ReadingShe Was Very Easy To Talk To And She Never Judged Me
“I was very hesitant to go to just anybody for marriage counseling especially when there are so many choices out there. It was something my husband and I definitely needed so I was willing to take a chance. When searching online at different therapists, one thing that led me to Polaris was the evening and […]
Continue ReadingPolaris Counseling is Now Offering Teen and Parenting Groups!
Do you have a 6-12th grader that is struggling with low self-esteem, poor academic performance, acting-out behaviors, depression or anxiety? Are you at a loss about what to do, and how to help? If so, you are not alone! At Polaris Counseling, we understand the value of combining professional guidance with the support of your […]
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