Linda R. Janota, LPC, NCC
Linda will journey with you on the path to self-healing and assist in creating balance in your life.
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Linda’s Credentials and Experience
She attended Roosevelt University, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in sociology and Master of Arts in clinical mental health counseling. Linda has completed trainings in yoga-informed psychotherapy, nutritional and integrative medicine and is a domestic violence victim’s advocate.
Linda has a wide range of experience working with clients in various life stages and is dedicated to helping anyone who wants to walk the path of healing and growth.
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Working With Linda
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. When making the choice to seek a therapist, it is often because we feel the need to make changes in our life and the way we relate to ourselves and others. This is a very personal journey that requires an open, empathic and compassionate environment.
Linda can provide that safe space in which to explore your narrative, process trauma and self-defeating behaviors and pave the way to finding balance in your daily life. She understands that each person’s path to healing is unique and will work with you create healthy habits that fit your lifestyle.
Linda approaches treatment from an integrative perspective and incorporates elements of acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, body connection and health education. Linda will help you identify your values and beliefs to bring more meaning to your daily life. She focuses on treating the whole person and will assist you in exploring different aspects of yourself to bring balance to your mind, body and spirit.
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Linda’s Philosophy
Linda believes the path to healing lies in creating balance in all areas of life, bringing the parts of ourselves back together and following the rhythm of each day. Trauma and other life circumstances can lead us to become stuck in our heads, disconnecting us from our bodies and those around us. Linda will guide you through processing your experiences and provide tools to help you get back into your body in order to create congruence in your life and relationships.
We live in a chaotic world that is full of stress and misunderstanding. With a background in sociology and previous experience in hospitality, Linda has a unique perspective on gender, race and socioeconomic status and how these directly impact our mental health.
Linda understands that healing is not linear and life is full of ups and downs. We are meant to feel different emotions at times. The key is not getting stuck in self-defeating patterns. This is why self-care, balance and rhythm is at the core of creating change and healing. Linda will help you develop a strong relationship with yourself and encourage you to meet the goals you set for your present and future.
Linda’s Why
Linda was born with an abundance of empathy and emotion and has always been drawn to helping others. After a difficult journey into young adulthood, Linda worked through her own traumatic experiences and gained an understanding of the importance of positive self-talk and self-care. Therapy can be challenging but we must challenge ourselves to grow in order to live the best life possible. Linda truly believes her purpose is to give back the knowledge she has gained to help others in their emotional journey through healing.
On a Personal Note
Linda loves to practice what she preaches by dedicating time to create peace and balance in her life with regular yoga and meditation sessions. She enjoys going to the beach, taking forest walks with her beloved dog and reading on her balcony. Linda also loves watching Chicago sports teams with her son, cooking for her family, dancing to live music, and having date nights with her partner.
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