Photo of Heather Howard - Active Counseling, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Active Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618
I have worked with a variety of clients and multiple issues. This includes adults, couples, adolescents, children, and families. I have extensive experience with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief, family/relationship issues, and childhood and adolescent disorders. Having worked with a variety of different ethnicities and cultures including LGBTQ, I attempt to bring that cultural sensitivity to my practice. My work with clients includes helping them to identify patterns of problematic thought and behavior, and explore ways these patterns may have developed. My objective is to help clients find ways to enjoy and succeed in their lives.
I have worked with a variety of clients and multiple issues. This includes adults, couples, adolescents, children, and families. I have extensive experience with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief, family/relationship issues, and childhood and adolescent disorders. Having worked with a variety of different ethnicities and cultures including LGBTQ, I attempt to bring that cultural sensitivity to my practice. My work with clients includes helping them to identify patterns of problematic thought and behavior, and explore ways these patterns may have developed. My objective is to help clients find ways to enjoy and succeed in their lives.
(773) 985-3407 View (773) 985-3407
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Nidhi Trivedi
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618  (Online Only)
All of us are striving to be true to ourselves and our loved ones around us. Feeling authentic and true to who we are can assist us in living life the way we would like to. Sometimes, our mood-related difficulties and our life experiences can get in the way our authenticity. You could be experiencing mood-related difficulties as a reaction to grief, trauma, depression, substance use, chronic illnesses, identity issues, cross-cultural issues, and relational difficulties, which I specialize in working with.
All of us are striving to be true to ourselves and our loved ones around us. Feeling authentic and true to who we are can assist us in living life the way we would like to. Sometimes, our mood-related difficulties and our life experiences can get in the way our authenticity. You could be experiencing mood-related difficulties as a reaction to grief, trauma, depression, substance use, chronic illnesses, identity issues, cross-cultural issues, and relational difficulties, which I specialize in working with.
(773) 207-3852 View (773) 207-3852
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InTouch & Motion
Counselor
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618
Our sessions will holistically explore all aspects of your experience, helping you gain new skills to cope with stress, trauma, relationships, loss, or life changes.
Holistic Healing with Creative Arts Therapies: If traditional talk therapy, yoga, or self-help apps haven’t provided relief from stress, anxiety, depression, or grief, consider a different approach. Grounded in mindfulness and creative arts therapies—art, movement, music, and drama—we believe that the path to clarity, growth, and empowerment involves more than just talking. Creative arts therapies can help you explore and express yourself in new ways, gaining insights unique to the creative process.
Our sessions will holistically explore all aspects of your experience, helping you gain new skills to cope with stress, trauma, relationships, loss, or life changes.
Holistic Healing with Creative Arts Therapies: If traditional talk therapy, yoga, or self-help apps haven’t provided relief from stress, anxiety, depression, or grief, consider a different approach. Grounded in mindfulness and creative arts therapies—art, movement, music, and drama—we believe that the path to clarity, growth, and empowerment involves more than just talking. Creative arts therapies can help you explore and express yourself in new ways, gaining insights unique to the creative process.
(872) 250-4602 View (872) 250-4602
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Louise Dimiceli-mitran
Counselor, LCPC, MT-BC, FAMI
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618
Do you feel overwhelmed by changes in your life, disconnected, or that stress is blocking your ability to be who you really are? Are you exhausted, spreading your energy too thin? Do memories or fear rob your ability to be in the present moment? Allow me to help you reboot your spirit and your self-appreciation. Together we can tease out what needs to change to help you gain control and connect with your own power. I use cutting edge techniques that help you highlight your strengths, lower stress levels and get you moving in the right direction.
Do you feel overwhelmed by changes in your life, disconnected, or that stress is blocking your ability to be who you really are? Are you exhausted, spreading your energy too thin? Do memories or fear rob your ability to be in the present moment? Allow me to help you reboot your spirit and your self-appreciation. Together we can tease out what needs to change to help you gain control and connect with your own power. I use cutting edge techniques that help you highlight your strengths, lower stress levels and get you moving in the right direction.
(773) 496-4489 View (773) 496-4489
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Online Virtual Therapy With Delma Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life.
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life.
(979) 451-6796 View (979) 451-6796
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Katelyn Elizabeth Daniels
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a holistic, intuitive and integrative approach to therapy and have been in practice for over 35 years. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy with an emphasis on healing the underlying causes of present day symptoms and issues, not merely treating symptoms. I work with a wide range of issues including Childhood Trauma and Abuse, Addictions, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. I use a variety of approaches including EMDR and Inner Family Systems as well as talk therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a holistic, intuitive and integrative approach to therapy and have been in practice for over 35 years. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy with an emphasis on healing the underlying causes of present day symptoms and issues, not merely treating symptoms. I work with a wide range of issues including Childhood Trauma and Abuse, Addictions, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. I use a variety of approaches including EMDR and Inner Family Systems as well as talk therapy.
(224) 268-1941 View (224) 268-1941
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Ximena Valencia Pérez
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618
I have immediate openings for new clients. I specialize in individual therapy for depression, anxiety, stress related to family and relationships dynamics, eating disorders, and trauma-related stressors. Engaging in a therapeutic process requires vulnerability and courage; I admire and respect you for making the decision of going through the journey to your inner world.
I have immediate openings for new clients. I specialize in individual therapy for depression, anxiety, stress related to family and relationships dynamics, eating disorders, and trauma-related stressors. Engaging in a therapeutic process requires vulnerability and courage; I admire and respect you for making the decision of going through the journey to your inner world.
(312) 374-6218 View (312) 374-6218
Photo of Lisa Abrams, LCPC, CSADC, MCAP, ICADC, CIP, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Lisa Abrams
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCPC, CSADC, MCAP, ICADC, CIP
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618
Specialized Care: Addiction & Co-Occurring Counselor, Consult, Coaching, Interventions Couples & Family Counseling Support individuals for whom non-traditional approaches to treatment have been ineffective and overly constrictive (e.g. AA)
Specialized Care: Addiction & Co-Occurring Counselor, Consult, Coaching, Interventions Couples & Family Counseling Support individuals for whom non-traditional approaches to treatment have been ineffective and overly constrictive (e.g. AA)
(312) 800-1772 View (312) 800-1772
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Rachel Sherron
Counselor, LCPC, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618
You deserve to live a life with a calm and focused mind, a relaxed body, and a sense of wellbeing. Sessions with me involve a collaborative approach to help you improve relationships, ease your racing mind, relax physical tension, and live a more balanced life. Whether it be work stress, trauma, challenging relationships or addictive behaviors, I will help you explore the issues you are facing.
You deserve to live a life with a calm and focused mind, a relaxed body, and a sense of wellbeing. Sessions with me involve a collaborative approach to help you improve relationships, ease your racing mind, relax physical tension, and live a more balanced life. Whether it be work stress, trauma, challenging relationships or addictive behaviors, I will help you explore the issues you are facing.
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Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CTMHP, CCTP
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618  (Online Only)
I sincerely believe that each of us is born into this world deserving of happiness, safety, and love. For some of us, the road to emotional wellness can be impacted by forces and experiences beyond our control. At times, we can lose sight of the beauty life has to offer us due to potential trauma, family history, or hardships we’ve experienced. My goal is to help you uncover, rediscover, and reclaim the joy and purpose in your life through compassionate, welcoming, and conversational counseling services.
I sincerely believe that each of us is born into this world deserving of happiness, safety, and love. For some of us, the road to emotional wellness can be impacted by forces and experiences beyond our control. At times, we can lose sight of the beauty life has to offer us due to potential trauma, family history, or hardships we’ve experienced. My goal is to help you uncover, rediscover, and reclaim the joy and purpose in your life through compassionate, welcoming, and conversational counseling services.
(618) 836-4075 View (618) 836-4075
Photo of Amanda Mitchell, LCPC, BC-DMT, Counselor
Amanda Mitchell
Counselor, LCPC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618
You feel overwhelmed, overworked, and the stress makes it hard to focus or even breath sometimes. Being an entrepreneur, small business owner, fellow creative, self-starter, or go-getter, you value being a risk-taker and know what you want for yourself and your family, but you just get overwhelmed with navigating the moving pieces and getting into habits of taking care of others before yourself. You are questioning "am I going to make it?" or "can I do this?" and part of you is having a dance party saying "hell yeah!" and another part is pointing a judging finger or exhausted from comparison fatigue. Lets make a change!
You feel overwhelmed, overworked, and the stress makes it hard to focus or even breath sometimes. Being an entrepreneur, small business owner, fellow creative, self-starter, or go-getter, you value being a risk-taker and know what you want for yourself and your family, but you just get overwhelmed with navigating the moving pieces and getting into habits of taking care of others before yourself. You are questioning "am I going to make it?" or "can I do this?" and part of you is having a dance party saying "hell yeah!" and another part is pointing a judging finger or exhausted from comparison fatigue. Lets make a change!
(773) 985-8813 View (773) 985-8813
Grief Therapists

How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.