Therapists in 60077
My practice specializes in providing trauma-informed therapy with a focus on inclusivity and respect for diverse identities. I integrate client-centered principles, philosophically informed insights, and a commitment to creating a safe space to empower clients to navigate their therapeutic journey with authenticity and resilience. My approach honors the unique experiences and challenges of each individual, fostering a therapeutic relationship grounded in empathy and cultural humility.
Together, we embark on a collaborative journey towards personal growth, guided by a deep respect for the complexities of the human experiences.
My practice specializes in providing trauma-informed therapy with a focus on inclusivity and respect for diverse identities. I integrate client-centered principles, philosophically informed insights, and a commitment to creating a safe space to empower clients to navigate their therapeutic journey with authenticity and resilience. My approach honors the unique experiences and challenges of each individual, fostering a therapeutic relationship grounded in empathy and cultural humility.
Together, we embark on a collaborative journey towards personal growth, guided by a deep respect for the complexities of the human experiences.
First of all, Congratulations on taking the first step on addressing change in your life. I work with people across the life span who are looking to improve their coping skills to address fears and limitations. My clients are looking to grow into the next stage of their lives and I want to be part of that. Each person has their own story and I use my 25+ years of experience and education to help inform yours. Its never too late to ask the questions: who do I want to be and how do I want to live my life.
First of all, Congratulations on taking the first step on addressing change in your life. I work with people across the life span who are looking to improve their coping skills to address fears and limitations. My clients are looking to grow into the next stage of their lives and I want to be part of that. Each person has their own story and I use my 25+ years of experience and education to help inform yours. Its never too late to ask the questions: who do I want to be and how do I want to live my life.
As a body-inclusive psychotherapist, I am passionate about a collaborative and holistic approach to therapy. I believe the integration of mind, body, and spirit in a safe, therapeutic setting can provide profound opportunities for healing. I have experience working with those desiring help with issues related to trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, parenting, mood management, and grief/loss. I enjoy working with a diverse clientele.
As a body-inclusive psychotherapist, I am passionate about a collaborative and holistic approach to therapy. I believe the integration of mind, body, and spirit in a safe, therapeutic setting can provide profound opportunities for healing. I have experience working with those desiring help with issues related to trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, parenting, mood management, and grief/loss. I enjoy working with a diverse clientele.
I became a therapist to help individuals live their best lives possible. If you are feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, have issues in your relationships, struggle with parenting, life transitions, or just need support...feel free to reach out to me. My goal is to be a listener and a participant in YOUR journey. I will help you with whatever problems you are working through, or goals you are seeking to achieve.
I became a therapist to help individuals live their best lives possible. If you are feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, have issues in your relationships, struggle with parenting, life transitions, or just need support...feel free to reach out to me. My goal is to be a listener and a participant in YOUR journey. I will help you with whatever problems you are working through, or goals you are seeking to achieve.
My passion is to help people explore their challenges, fulfill their best hopes, and find peace. Psychotherapy is my second career, following a degree in education. My love for teaching is a strength I bring when providing psychoeducational support to clients. I have over 25 years of experience working with survivors of sexual and interpersonal violence, first at the Quetzal rape crisis center, then at Community Counseling Centers of Chicago, and later as a supervisor of the agency's STARS program, which I helped found.
My passion is to help people explore their challenges, fulfill their best hopes, and find peace. Psychotherapy is my second career, following a degree in education. My love for teaching is a strength I bring when providing psychoeducational support to clients. I have over 25 years of experience working with survivors of sexual and interpersonal violence, first at the Quetzal rape crisis center, then at Community Counseling Centers of Chicago, and later as a supervisor of the agency's STARS program, which I helped found.
My name is Melissa Pollack, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience helping people of all ages. My clients presenting issues and challenges vary but include depression, anxiety, social skills, relationship issues, trauma and stress management. My clients describe me as supportive, caring, and real.
My name is Melissa Pollack, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience helping people of all ages. My clients presenting issues and challenges vary but include depression, anxiety, social skills, relationship issues, trauma and stress management. My clients describe me as supportive, caring, and real.
Currently providing in-person and/or virtual sessions for all Medicaid plans and Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) PPO. Offices located in Park Ridge and South Barrington. I strive to create a therapeutic environment to help others heal and explore different challenges life may bring. My goal is to provide a warm, understanding, and safe environment where my clients can process their feelings and increase self-awareness, confidence, and learn new coping skills to manage stressors. This may include current problems or long lasting patterns. I understand that life can get busy, so I will do my best to accommodate your schedule.
Currently providing in-person and/or virtual sessions for all Medicaid plans and Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) PPO. Offices located in Park Ridge and South Barrington. I strive to create a therapeutic environment to help others heal and explore different challenges life may bring. My goal is to provide a warm, understanding, and safe environment where my clients can process their feelings and increase self-awareness, confidence, and learn new coping skills to manage stressors. This may include current problems or long lasting patterns. I understand that life can get busy, so I will do my best to accommodate your schedule.
Sometimes life goes awry: dreams don't work out, relationships change, tragedy strikes. Other times, things are going well and we want to continue the progress. Regardless of what's brought you here, therapy can be a great way to help. The foundation of my work is trust; I want to ensure you feel safe and comfortable in therapy. Since 2007, I've practiced in many different environments and helped thousands of patients work toward their goals. I'm cross-trained in several fields and have worked in outpatient, inpatient, and emergent settings with a variety of populations including pediatric, adolescent, and adult.
Sometimes life goes awry: dreams don't work out, relationships change, tragedy strikes. Other times, things are going well and we want to continue the progress. Regardless of what's brought you here, therapy can be a great way to help. The foundation of my work is trust; I want to ensure you feel safe and comfortable in therapy. Since 2007, I've practiced in many different environments and helped thousands of patients work toward their goals. I'm cross-trained in several fields and have worked in outpatient, inpatient, and emergent settings with a variety of populations including pediatric, adolescent, and adult.
Life is not easy, and all of us go through difficult times, feel alone, or need support. I welcome my clients with unconditional acceptance, wherever they are in their lives and whatever they are feeling. Using Parts Work, I provide clients with tools to encourage and enhance their sense of well-being, and offer a compassionate, welcoming, nonjudgmental space to help them connect with their inner strength and wisdom.
Life is not easy, and all of us go through difficult times, feel alone, or need support. I welcome my clients with unconditional acceptance, wherever they are in their lives and whatever they are feeling. Using Parts Work, I provide clients with tools to encourage and enhance their sense of well-being, and offer a compassionate, welcoming, nonjudgmental space to help them connect with their inner strength and wisdom.
I look forward to supporting a diverse array of clients and their families on their individualized healing journey, concentrating in work with adults, children and adolescents needing developmentally sensitized mental health assessment and treatment. Specialized experience working with multiple client populations including: trauma survivors, eating disorders, families involved in the foster care system and adoption, mood disorders, anxiety disorders and personality disorders along with matters of social/cultural oppression and justice.
I look forward to supporting a diverse array of clients and their families on their individualized healing journey, concentrating in work with adults, children and adolescents needing developmentally sensitized mental health assessment and treatment. Specialized experience working with multiple client populations including: trauma survivors, eating disorders, families involved in the foster care system and adoption, mood disorders, anxiety disorders and personality disorders along with matters of social/cultural oppression and justice.
My approach derives from psychodynamic, family systems, relational and cognitive schools of psychotherapy. I want to help my clients achieve greater clarity about their circumstances, choices, relationships, and ultimately, themselves. I am highly engaged and attuned, warm, enthusiastic and personable. I find that when clients feel seen, deeply understood, and accepted, their internal compasses become more finely tuned, enabling them to make life choices that better align with their values and personal nature. These changes become vehicles for developing new ways of thinking, feeling, and relating to others.
My approach derives from psychodynamic, family systems, relational and cognitive schools of psychotherapy. I want to help my clients achieve greater clarity about their circumstances, choices, relationships, and ultimately, themselves. I am highly engaged and attuned, warm, enthusiastic and personable. I find that when clients feel seen, deeply understood, and accepted, their internal compasses become more finely tuned, enabling them to make life choices that better align with their values and personal nature. These changes become vehicles for developing new ways of thinking, feeling, and relating to others.
Life can be an unexpected wave in the water that makes you feel unsteady, or it can be a giant wave that overwhelms you, and it keeps coming, and it is hard to regain your sense of balance. But when a helping hand reaches out, it can help you to find your strength and balance. Whether it feels like a big or small wave, I can be that support and guidance so when the waves come, you can brace them and keep going. I believe in providing empathetic care and guidance through a collaborative therapeutic relationship by navigating the unique experiences that influence each client’s life.
Life can be an unexpected wave in the water that makes you feel unsteady, or it can be a giant wave that overwhelms you, and it keeps coming, and it is hard to regain your sense of balance. But when a helping hand reaches out, it can help you to find your strength and balance. Whether it feels like a big or small wave, I can be that support and guidance so when the waves come, you can brace them and keep going. I believe in providing empathetic care and guidance through a collaborative therapeutic relationship by navigating the unique experiences that influence each client’s life.
There are times in our lives when we might find ourselves disconnected from our own inner world, unsure of who we are or what we want. In response to fear and shame we tend to deny or lack access to important parts of ourselves, leaving us feeling fractured and disjointed. We might, in turn, repeat unhelpful cycles or relationship patterns as a way to cope with the inner chaos. Realizing you might be stuck in a loop can feel overwhelming to work through without support.
There are times in our lives when we might find ourselves disconnected from our own inner world, unsure of who we are or what we want. In response to fear and shame we tend to deny or lack access to important parts of ourselves, leaving us feeling fractured and disjointed. We might, in turn, repeat unhelpful cycles or relationship patterns as a way to cope with the inner chaos. Realizing you might be stuck in a loop can feel overwhelming to work through without support.
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where your inherent strengths are the compass. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can confront challenges—not just to get through them, but to build a life defined by resilience and confidence.
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where your inherent strengths are the compass. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can confront challenges—not just to get through them, but to build a life defined by resilience and confidence.
Seeking help can be hard. Whether it is your first time seeking out therapy or a return to treatment, I’m here to help you work towards your goals. Are you struggling to face the day? Or just feeling stuck? I believe therapy works best when we can gain increased insight into our behaviors and patterns, giving us a deeper understanding about why we tend to cope the way we do. This insight helps us gain awareness about how to change those patterns and move towards healthier coping and relationships.
Seeking help can be hard. Whether it is your first time seeking out therapy or a return to treatment, I’m here to help you work towards your goals. Are you struggling to face the day? Or just feeling stuck? I believe therapy works best when we can gain increased insight into our behaviors and patterns, giving us a deeper understanding about why we tend to cope the way we do. This insight helps us gain awareness about how to change those patterns and move towards healthier coping and relationships.
Illinois Behavioral Health Group (IBHG) is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and personalized care to individuals and families across the lifespan. We emphasize the importance of treating everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of their backgrounds and beliefs. In collaboration with you, our clinicians develop personalized treatment plans to foster lasting behavioral change and help guide you on your journey toward self-fulfillment. We are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you live a more meaningful, happier, and healthier life. I
Illinois Behavioral Health Group (IBHG) is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and personalized care to individuals and families across the lifespan. We emphasize the importance of treating everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of their backgrounds and beliefs. In collaboration with you, our clinicians develop personalized treatment plans to foster lasting behavioral change and help guide you on your journey toward self-fulfillment. We are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you live a more meaningful, happier, and healthier life. I
Sometime we all feel unhappy, stressed, confused, or "stuck." Talking to an empathic and experienced therapist may be your first step toward developing new insights about positive change. My therapeutic approach is to encourage you to talk about your concerns openly in a confidential and safe environment where you will not be judged. A major benefit of therapy is to provide you with a second point-of-view on your personal material--a perspective other than your own. This process provides you with new ways to think about your choices and behaviors, and frees you to achieve your goals.
Sometime we all feel unhappy, stressed, confused, or "stuck." Talking to an empathic and experienced therapist may be your first step toward developing new insights about positive change. My therapeutic approach is to encourage you to talk about your concerns openly in a confidential and safe environment where you will not be judged. A major benefit of therapy is to provide you with a second point-of-view on your personal material--a perspective other than your own. This process provides you with new ways to think about your choices and behaviors, and frees you to achieve your goals.
To contact me, please email me via this site. I believe that every person has the right to heal, to be heard, and to grow. I approach therapy from a place of kindness and compassion, openness and curiosity. My work with clients begins from a strengths-based place to ensure that you are seen and understood as a whole person, taking into account your inherent strengths as well as your areas for growth. I know that people are deeply impacted by the world around them and work with clients to identify and unpack oppressive forces in their lives. I believe in the healing power of laughter.
To contact me, please email me via this site. I believe that every person has the right to heal, to be heard, and to grow. I approach therapy from a place of kindness and compassion, openness and curiosity. My work with clients begins from a strengths-based place to ensure that you are seen and understood as a whole person, taking into account your inherent strengths as well as your areas for growth. I know that people are deeply impacted by the world around them and work with clients to identify and unpack oppressive forces in their lives. I believe in the healing power of laughter.
Hi! My name is Destinee! I’m a therapist who comes from an art background. In my experience, therapy is much like how an artist approaches their work. Therapy is a process; it requires observation and reflection, and making small adjustments to create something that we are proud of, in this case it ourselves. I enjoy working with other creatives such as other artists, writers, actors, etc. I have worked with a variety of identities including different cultural and racial backgrounds, religious and non-religious backgrounds, and clients across the spectrum of sexual orientation and gender expression.
Hi! My name is Destinee! I’m a therapist who comes from an art background. In my experience, therapy is much like how an artist approaches their work. Therapy is a process; it requires observation and reflection, and making small adjustments to create something that we are proud of, in this case it ourselves. I enjoy working with other creatives such as other artists, writers, actors, etc. I have worked with a variety of identities including different cultural and racial backgrounds, religious and non-religious backgrounds, and clients across the spectrum of sexual orientation and gender expression.
As we navigate our often-complex world, there are times when talking with a professional can make a significant positive difference. I work with children, adolescents and adults on issues that may be interfering with success at home, school, jobs or relationships in general. I provide a welcoming and supportive environment, in which trusting relationships develop. In addition to talk therapy and a variety of approaches, I also do experiential work including art, music and being out in nature - whatever might resonate with individuals. This is about making the process work for you.
As we navigate our often-complex world, there are times when talking with a professional can make a significant positive difference. I work with children, adolescents and adults on issues that may be interfering with success at home, school, jobs or relationships in general. I provide a welcoming and supportive environment, in which trusting relationships develop. In addition to talk therapy and a variety of approaches, I also do experiential work including art, music and being out in nature - whatever might resonate with individuals. This is about making the process work for you.
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Number of Therapists in 60077
100+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in 60077 who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 92% | Social Anxiety |
| 92% | Health Anxiety |
| 92% | Driving Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 80% | Relationship Issues |
| 75% | Relationship Anxiety |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 97% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 64% | Aetna |
| 46% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in 60077 see their clients
| 77% | In Person and Online | |
| 23% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |