Sarah Cline, LCSW & Associates, PLLC, Wheaton Counseling

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Sarah Cline, LCSW & Associates, PLLC, Wheaton Counseling

Therapy practice focused on trauma,
perinatal mental health, grief and loss. We also treat depression, OCD, and anxiety in adults and adolescents.

Neurodivergence informed and LGBTQ+ allied/identified therapists

12/12/2025

You don’t have to fix someone’s anxiety to support them. Often, the most helpful thing you can offer is patience, a listening ear, and a reminder that they’re not alone. Kindness and understanding go much further than quick advice.

12/10/2025

In moments of overwhelm, coming back to your senses , literally , can help you feel more in control.

Even a few slow breaths or noticing the ground beneath your feet can signal to your body that it’s safe to slow down. These small steps can bring you back to the present, one breath at a time.

12/08/2025

Putting words to your emotions can reduce their intensity and help you respond to them more wisely. Awareness isn’t about over-analyzing , it’s about honoring your inner experience so it can be met with care.

12/06/2025

“I’m fine” is easy to say but rarely the full truth. Naming what you actually feel helps your mind process emotions and helps others know how to support you. Start small. Even saying “I feel a little tense” can open the door to better understanding and connection.

12/04/2025

Your body often speaks before your mind can. The tension in your shoulders or the knot in your stomach is more than a physical reaction , it’s your body holding on to stress or unspoken emotions.

Paying attention to these sensations is the first step toward releasing them and supporting both your mind and your body.

12/02/2025

Change can feel uneasy, not because you’re failing, but because you’re expanding beyond what you’ve known. Discomfort is often a sign of progress, not a signal to stop.

11/30/2025

Boundaries aren’t selfish. They are a way of honoring your limits so that your presence with others is more genuine and sustainable.

Feeling guilty at first is normal, but guilt doesn’t mean you’re doing harm , it often means you’re learning a healthier way to protect your energy and well-being.

11/28/2025

Overthinking isn’t just “thinking too much.” It’s your brain’s way of trying to keep you safe, by rehearsing, preparing, and predicting.

The problem is that the same loop can end up exhausting you rather than protecting you. Understanding why it happens can help you step out of the cycle.

11/26/2025

Rest isn’t a luxury or a reward for finishing your to-do list. It’s a basic need that supports your mind, body, and emotional well-being. Needing rest doesn’t make you weak; it makes you human.

11/24/2025

Rest isn’t a luxury or a reward for finishing your to-do list. It’s a basic need that supports your mind, body, and emotional well-being. Needing rest doesn’t make you weak; it makes you human.

11/22/2025

Many people use the words “anxiety” and “worry” interchangeably, but they’re not the same.
Worry is usually your mind focusing on a specific concern. Anxiety is your nervous system staying on alert, even when there’s no immediate threat. Understanding which one you’re feeling helps you choose the right kind of support.

11/20/2025

Healing doesn’t mean forgetting or pretending it never happened. It means finding the strength to move forward with what you’ve been through , and letting it shape you without letting it control you.

Address

Wheaton, IL
60187

Telephone

+13317162449

Website

http://www.sarahclinelcsw.com/

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