Therapists in 60602

Are you struggling with unwanted or distressing thoughts, feelings, or urges? This might present as anxiety, be the result of past trauma, or it might be something else. Either way, it's likely that therapy can help. Instead of attempting to avoid painful content, we use awareness-raising, mindfulness, and other strategies to change how we interact with our thoughts and feelings, which ultimately will increase our ability to tolerate emotional pain and focus on living a meaningful life.

I work with individuals and couples to deepen self-understanding, build upon strengths, understand unhelpful patterns, address challenges, and create new and more satisfying strategies for living.

I aim to create a space of warmth, respect and curiosity where, together, we can explore the nuance and depth of your story. While everyone's individual challenges differ, I believe that fundamentally, the process of feeling, experiencing and examining our struggles promotes growth—increased awareness, new ways of being, more empathy, different ways of relating to ourselves and others, and more meaning and connection. I practice with a holistic and integrated approach, and believe that connecting with mind, body, and other parts of Self can help shape and change our experience in profound ways.

Are you tired of feeling unfulfilled? Anxious? Depressed? Sometimes it is hard to know why we have difficult feelings and act in certain way. When you engage in therapy it will help you have more choices and live a satisfying, productive life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who offers therapy in a collaborative environment where we can work together to understand what is troubling you and identify the steps you can take towards realizing the life you envision.

People find themselves looking for the help of a professional when their previous ways of coping are no longer effective and they feel lost or stuck. Therapy is an opportunity for change. By entering into therapy, you offer yourself an opportunity to explore your needs and feelings with an insightful, caring professional who can support you in finding new ways of meeting the challenges in your life. I am interested in helping my patients understand themselves, their behaviors, and their experiences by making meaning of how past experiences have impacted them and potentially influence current behaviors, relationships, and life circumstances.

I am committed to helping clients grow into more authentic versions of themselves by exploring their mental health and intersectional identities. I tend to work with individuals seeking to learn new coping skills, challenge negative thoughts, and grow in more positive ways. I am particularly passionate about serving members of the LGBTQ+ community who are grappling with conflicting intersectional religious identities. No matter who my client is or what they want to work on, I seek to provide warm, empathic psychotherapy that is grounded in empirically based practices to promote overall well-being.

Making the decision to begin therapy can be difficult and may weigh heavily on us yet it can make all the difference when we feel overwhelmed, helpless, or alone. If you have something in mind that you would like to see change, we can work collaboratively to address emotional barriers, past experiences, stressors, or patterns of behavior which may be negatively impacting your symptoms. I believe that a non-judgmental, safe, validating, culturally competent, and empathic therapeutic relationship is the foundation for change. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, and relational conflicts.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Chicago, IL. As a clinician, my work centers around compassion and respect for the individual; my overarching goal in therapy is to develop a collaborative relationship that allows me to work with you on identifying your needs and goals. I have a particular expertise in women's health, trauma and navigating through South Asian Culture/Islam. It takes courage to begin therapy, and I am here to help you navigate through this journey.

Maybe it is hard to pinpoint exactly where these feelings are coming from, or perhaps you find yourself avoiding thinking about a specific experience. When you continue to avoid thinking about and feeling your experiences, sleep may become difficult, or you could find yourself increasingly irritable and on edge. If you continue to distract yourself or find a quick fix, this can end up causing problems in other areas of your life. However, with practice, it is possible to develop healthier ways of thinking about ourselves, more manageable reactions to events in our lives, and improve well-being. It is possible to adjust and heal.

I specialize in helping people recover from anxiety. I also work with women who suffer from depression, trauma, and complex relationship problems of all kinds. Too often, worries and fears get the best of us and control our decisions. Instead of living the life we want, we end up making choices in life and in relationships that are rooted in self-doubt, anxiety, and worry. I provide a safe, empathetic, nonjudgmental space in which we work together to reduce fears and develop new, authentic ways of engaging in relationships.

Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task, especially if you are overwhelmed by depression or anxiety, struggle with disordered eating, have been hurt in previous relationships, or simply feel like no one gets it. However, you have taken the first step by stopping here. In addition to my extensive clinical and academic experience, my personal journey in therapy has deepened my ability to be empathetic, insightful and non-judgmental. Our relationship will be a collaborative partnership, one created to help you become a happier, more productive, healthier version of yourself.

Are you struggling to create an intimate space with your partner? Are you looking for more vulnerability and find yourself coming up short? Do you experience similar cycles of conflict that feel difficult to change? Do feelings of anxiety and depression feel like it absorbs all your energy? Have you experienced a decrease in trust with a loved one? You are not alone, and I am here to help.

It's difficult to take the plunge to come to therapy and open up to a person you don't know. I have worked with people from their 20's to 70's overcome what they feared are unsurmountable obstacles to having fulfilling relationships, meaningful jobs, and healthy self-esteem. I have a PhD in therapeutic social work, a BFA in art and I am a certified Psychoanalyst which means I am eager to engage in both once a week treatment to four times a week in depth work with IT and office workers, academics ,students, artists, political organizers and stay at home parents. I take a nonjudgmental anti racist affirming approach

My role as your therapist is not to take the pain away, but rather to hold the safe space for you to process your pain and experiences. Through this process, I provide insight and shine light on the inner knowing that is already in you. The goal is to empower you so you can learn to tolerate your own pain with compassion and care, allowing for healing. That is where the power lies, the power to love yourself so that you are able to relate to others with the same compassion and love. I guide you back to your inner voice to cultivate meaningful relationships. We are always evolving, which is a creative, spiritual process.

My clinical work focuses on fostering strength and resiliency throughout peoples life. My immigration story as a psychologist involves overcoming many adversities, which has only fueled my passion for helping others. I am not one to shy away from adversity or back down from obstacles, and I work diligently and with credence, being prepared to be unprepared. My multicultural awareness informs my therapeutic approach in terms of building connections. My unique clinical attribute is undoubtedly my passion, intrinsic motivation and my ability to help make any client feel comfortable in the therapeutic environment.

If you struggle with anxiety or depression you may have found that the day to day can feel overwhelming. You may have noticed that your sleep is being impacted, patience with others is lessening, staying focused or organized is becoming harder, or you may generally feel tired or restless. Are your thoughts taking over or do you do everything to avoid your thoughts? Maybe you are in a relationship and find communication difficult with arguments that lead into the early morning hours or saying things to hurt one another? Are you reaching out because what you have tried on your own is not providing the change you are seeking?

While others think you are good enough in the eyes of others, but you still don't feel good enough while you evaluate yourself. If you have tried a lot of consultations and still don't feel free and peaceful, then maybe it's time, you can try to explore the subconscious and focus on interpersonal relationships. ​

Finding a therapist that meets your needs and makes you feel comfortable makes all the difference in the therapeutic process. It’s one of the most important factors that impact treatment and recovery. Therapy is a journey that should be shared with someone you’re comfortable with and trust. Working with me you will find a sympathetic and genuine therapist. I partner with my clients and gently challenge them in a safe and nonjudgmental environment. I encourage them to explore their thoughts, feelings, and fears in order to understand the obstacles they are experiencing and help them make the changes that are necessary to improve life

I am a relational, insight-oriented psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of trauma, depression and anxiety. I am committed to providing individuals and couples a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can begin to deepen your understanding of you relate to yourself and others, and how patterns and behaviors act as barriers to living the life you would most like to live.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just plain stuck?? Each person has characteristic ways of regulating their emotional reactions to their unique life challenges. The focus of my work is on identifying, strengthening, and modifying these coping tools to optimize interpersonal effectiveness and personal satisfaction in important relationships. I work with a combination of methods tailored to your needs and personal goals. Generally, I combine the exploration of developmental issues and their impact on current functioning (a psychodynamic perspective) with the utilization of aspects of cognitive-behavioral therapy to bring about more effective ways of managing your current feelings and stressors.