Park Ridge
Bernadetta Zawiejska, ALMFT, LPC
Location
Areas of Focus
Couples and Marriage Relational Problems / Family Concerns / Life Transitions / Intergenertional Trauma / Parenting Concerns / Child Behavior
Bernadetta’s Approach
Trauma Informed / Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) / Somatic Work / Solution-Focused Therapy / CBT / Human Validation Process Model
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Bernadetta’s Credentials and Philosophy
- 208.001305
- She/Her
- English, Polish
Professional Summary
Hello, my name is Bernadetta Zawiejska and I’m an associate licensed marriage and family therapist and a licensed professional counselor. With a heartfelt commitment to nurturing healthy relationships and fostering family well-being, I guide couples, families, children, and individuals through their emotional and relational challenges, helping them find connection and healing.
My training in Family Systems Therapy enables me to effectively work with diverse clients through a culturally competent, trauma-informed perspective. My priority is to build trust and create a safe, welcoming space where you feel comfortable expressing yourself. I meet you where you are and honor your unique experiences.
Central to my approach is the creation of secure emotional bonds between you and your loved ones. I focus on empathy and understanding, providing a compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to explore your emotions and experiences. My goal is to support you in delving deeply into your thoughts and feelings, emphasizing your self-worth, fostering authentic communication, and recognizing your boundless potential.
I believe in the transformative power of emotional connection. By understanding the underlying patterns in your interactions, you can develop healthier, more fulfilling ways of relating to one another. My therapeutic methods are tailored to your unique needs and goals, drawing from systemic perspectives and emotionally focused therapy principles. Offering counseling services in both English and Polish ensures that language is never a barrier to seeking support.
Staying current with the latest research and developments in therapy is a priority for me, as I am committed to providing you with the highest quality care. My ultimate goal is to facilitate your personal growth and transformation, helping you and your loved ones build secure, fulfilling relationships and achieve a deeper sense of emotional well-being.
Thank you for considering me as a partner in your journey toward healing and growth.
Bernadetta is trained in Family Systems Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She specializes in addressing relational issues with couples and families, parenting challenges, parent-child relationship dynamics, child behavior, and life transitions.
Favorite Quote
“To love someone is to strive to accept that person exactly the way they are, right here and now.” – Fred Rogers
Identities
- White cisgender female
- Painter
- Instrumental piano music
- Hiker and nature lover
- Dedicated animal rescuer and lover
- Loving wife
- Devoted parent of two boys
- Photojournalist of family life
- Theater lover
- First-generation Polish-American
- Passionate about cultural diversity
- Eternal optimist
Education
Bogdan Janski Academy, Poland
Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science
Northeastern Illinois University
M.A. in Couples and Family Counseling