Therapists in 60661
I work with teenagers, adults and relationships struggling with communication and self-esteem. I want to help anyone dealing with issues surrounding self-worth, communication, sex and intimacy, life transitions, abortion processing, depression and anxiety, and the perinatal/postpartum period to understand that they are not alone. I consider myself a relational therapist and work with any and all relationships! This includes but is not limited to couples, spouses, friendships, adult siblings, open relationships, and polyamorous relationships.
I work with teenagers, adults and relationships struggling with communication and self-esteem. I want to help anyone dealing with issues surrounding self-worth, communication, sex and intimacy, life transitions, abortion processing, depression and anxiety, and the perinatal/postpartum period to understand that they are not alone. I consider myself a relational therapist and work with any and all relationships! This includes but is not limited to couples, spouses, friendships, adult siblings, open relationships, and polyamorous relationships.
Margo Tirado MA, LCPC & Assoc.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
On the outside, you may be holding everything together—showing up for work, caring for others, staying productive. But on the inside, it can feel like you're constantly trying to outrun self-doubt, anxiety, and a deep sense that you're not quite good enough. You might be the one everyone counts on, yet struggle to ask for what you need. Setting boundaries feels uncomfortable, even selfish, and when you do try, guilt often creeps in. It's exhausting to keep pushing through while feeling like you're quietly falling apart. You’re not alone—and more importantly, there’s nothing wrong with you.
On the outside, you may be holding everything together—showing up for work, caring for others, staying productive. But on the inside, it can feel like you're constantly trying to outrun self-doubt, anxiety, and a deep sense that you're not quite good enough. You might be the one everyone counts on, yet struggle to ask for what you need. Setting boundaries feels uncomfortable, even selfish, and when you do try, guilt often creeps in. It's exhausting to keep pushing through while feeling like you're quietly falling apart. You’re not alone—and more importantly, there’s nothing wrong with you.
My clients experience me as nurturing, grounded, relatable, and professional which combined can create a safe space and therapeutic environment. I believe that therapy should be enjoyable, and I like to bring a sense of humor to sessions when appropriate, but when it comes to more serious issues, I pride myself on being an active non-judgmental listener and a compassionate ally to my individual and couple clients.
My clients experience me as nurturing, grounded, relatable, and professional which combined can create a safe space and therapeutic environment. I believe that therapy should be enjoyable, and I like to bring a sense of humor to sessions when appropriate, but when it comes to more serious issues, I pride myself on being an active non-judgmental listener and a compassionate ally to my individual and couple clients.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and school counselor, working in private practice since 2022. I bring 10 years of experience with children and adolescents in schools and work with adults and families too. I aim to help clients explore themselves and how they relate to their environment, being work, home, or social areas. My role is to help you explore core aspects of yourself and how to get what you need from your world. Please checkout my website to learn more about my counseling approach: www.present-mind.org.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and school counselor, working in private practice since 2022. I bring 10 years of experience with children and adolescents in schools and work with adults and families too. I aim to help clients explore themselves and how they relate to their environment, being work, home, or social areas. My role is to help you explore core aspects of yourself and how to get what you need from your world. Please checkout my website to learn more about my counseling approach: www.present-mind.org.
Tara Thomason
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is reflective, authentic and insight oriented, with an emphasis on creating a trusting and collaborative relationship. With more than 20 years experience working with individuals, couples and families, my practice is informed by clinical expertise in treating symptoms of trauma, depression, and anxiety. I also counsel for issues related to life transitions, complex relationships, intimacy, parenting, identity, grief and loss. I greet clients with openness and curiosity, engaging a process that best fits their individual needs.
My approach to therapy is reflective, authentic and insight oriented, with an emphasis on creating a trusting and collaborative relationship. With more than 20 years experience working with individuals, couples and families, my practice is informed by clinical expertise in treating symptoms of trauma, depression, and anxiety. I also counsel for issues related to life transitions, complex relationships, intimacy, parenting, identity, grief and loss. I greet clients with openness and curiosity, engaging a process that best fits their individual needs.
I believe you are the expert in your own life, and I am here to empower you to be the best version of yourself. With a humanistic approach and a practice grounded in evidence-based care, I value respect and integrity in my work and I will collaborate with you to meet your goals for treatment. I have extensive training and experience in reproductive mental health, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, and managing chronic pain, illness, and sleep disturbances. I also complete psychological testing and workplace support evaluations. I prioritize diversity and bring a compassionate and inclusive approach in working with clients.
I believe you are the expert in your own life, and I am here to empower you to be the best version of yourself. With a humanistic approach and a practice grounded in evidence-based care, I value respect and integrity in my work and I will collaborate with you to meet your goals for treatment. I have extensive training and experience in reproductive mental health, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, and managing chronic pain, illness, and sleep disturbances. I also complete psychological testing and workplace support evaluations. I prioritize diversity and bring a compassionate and inclusive approach in working with clients.
Therapy is a pathway to peace of mind and personal growth. I foster a supportive, nonjudgmental, warm, and empathic therapeutic environment conducive to openly discussing and navigating issues standing in the way of desired change. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I specialize in the treatment of mood-related struggles, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices that develop existing strengths and coping skills, promote healthier relationships, and empower people to achieve meaningful growth in their lives.
Therapy is a pathway to peace of mind and personal growth. I foster a supportive, nonjudgmental, warm, and empathic therapeutic environment conducive to openly discussing and navigating issues standing in the way of desired change. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I specialize in the treatment of mood-related struggles, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices that develop existing strengths and coping skills, promote healthier relationships, and empower people to achieve meaningful growth in their lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) specializing in Trauma-Informed Care, Sport and Performance, Gender-Affirming Care, Gambling, Alcohol and Drug use. I work with adolescents, adults, and athletic populations using a collaborative approach that fosters a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. My goal is to work together with you to help navigate your life’s journey. If you have ever felt blocked or unreasonably triggered, have had flashbacks to unpleasant moments in your life, or are unreasonably afraid of the future, we can work towards more adaptive responses to otherwise detrimental, "freezing" moments.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) specializing in Trauma-Informed Care, Sport and Performance, Gender-Affirming Care, Gambling, Alcohol and Drug use. I work with adolescents, adults, and athletic populations using a collaborative approach that fosters a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. My goal is to work together with you to help navigate your life’s journey. If you have ever felt blocked or unreasonably triggered, have had flashbacks to unpleasant moments in your life, or are unreasonably afraid of the future, we can work towards more adaptive responses to otherwise detrimental, "freezing" moments.
I am an experienced (28+ years) licensed clinical psychologist working with individuals seeking to improve their capacity to meet daily demands, goals, choices, and opportunities, with regard to their relationships, education, career, and identity. I specialize in individual psychotherapy with later age adolescents and adults, from an integrative, trauma and multiculturally informed, solution focused approach - engaging cognitive, behavioral, interpersonal, and developmental interventions to help identify and then understand challenges and underlying resilience, to facilitate desired mood, behavior regulation, and cognitive change.
I am an experienced (28+ years) licensed clinical psychologist working with individuals seeking to improve their capacity to meet daily demands, goals, choices, and opportunities, with regard to their relationships, education, career, and identity. I specialize in individual psychotherapy with later age adolescents and adults, from an integrative, trauma and multiculturally informed, solution focused approach - engaging cognitive, behavioral, interpersonal, and developmental interventions to help identify and then understand challenges and underlying resilience, to facilitate desired mood, behavior regulation, and cognitive change.
As your therapist, I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported. I take a person-centered, strengths-based approach, integrating evidence-based techniques like CBT, ACT, and Narrative Therapy. My style is warm, collaborative, and adaptable—whether you want to spend a session painting, mentally rehearsing your next big event, or exploring new coping strategies, I'm ready to jump in and support you however I can!
I have experience working with children, teens, foster-care youth, and adults navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, grief, low self-esteem,
As your therapist, I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported. I take a person-centered, strengths-based approach, integrating evidence-based techniques like CBT, ACT, and Narrative Therapy. My style is warm, collaborative, and adaptable—whether you want to spend a session painting, mentally rehearsing your next big event, or exploring new coping strategies, I'm ready to jump in and support you however I can!
I have experience working with children, teens, foster-care youth, and adults navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, grief, low self-esteem,
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming, especially if you are struggling or are new to the process. I applaud you for taking the first step and reaching out for help! Because I see therapy as a concerted effort, I take a collaborative approach based on your needs, preferences, and relational style. I hope to help you understand more about yourself, your relationships with others, and how you view and navigate the world. By doing this, the goal is that you will gain insight and awareness, feel empowered, and make whatever changes you see necessary.
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming, especially if you are struggling or are new to the process. I applaud you for taking the first step and reaching out for help! Because I see therapy as a concerted effort, I take a collaborative approach based on your needs, preferences, and relational style. I hope to help you understand more about yourself, your relationships with others, and how you view and navigate the world. By doing this, the goal is that you will gain insight and awareness, feel empowered, and make whatever changes you see necessary.
You’re welcome here, just as you are. This can be a place to pause when life feels heavy or overwhelming. You may be navigating grief, caregiving stress, aging, chronic illness or pain, or a life change that has left you feeling worn down or unsure of yourself. Caring for others can be deeply meaningful and deeply exhausting, often leaving little space for your own needs. Grief may follow the loss of a loved one, but it can also come from quieter changes in health, identity, and relationships. In our work together, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you, honoring your experience and supporting steadiness.
You’re welcome here, just as you are. This can be a place to pause when life feels heavy or overwhelming. You may be navigating grief, caregiving stress, aging, chronic illness or pain, or a life change that has left you feeling worn down or unsure of yourself. Caring for others can be deeply meaningful and deeply exhausting, often leaving little space for your own needs. Grief may follow the loss of a loved one, but it can also come from quieter changes in health, identity, and relationships. In our work together, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you, honoring your experience and supporting steadiness.
Let’s face it: being human is hard. Even when “everything is ok,” we live at one million miles per minute resulting in stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. I am an avid believer that we are all capable of living the lives we want, but sometimes we need someone to support us by means of facilitating exploration, understanding, and acceptance of ourselves and circumstances. "Satisfaction" is not attained by "perfection," rather, it stems from the ability to confidently navigate challenges through value driven decision making. Furthermore, as our lives change and we evolve across the lifespan, this process is likely to change.
Let’s face it: being human is hard. Even when “everything is ok,” we live at one million miles per minute resulting in stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. I am an avid believer that we are all capable of living the lives we want, but sometimes we need someone to support us by means of facilitating exploration, understanding, and acceptance of ourselves and circumstances. "Satisfaction" is not attained by "perfection," rather, it stems from the ability to confidently navigate challenges through value driven decision making. Furthermore, as our lives change and we evolve across the lifespan, this process is likely to change.
I'm here to help you cut through the noise—whatever that means to you. As your therapist, I value authenticity, empathy, & collaboration. Together, we'll uncover what's going on beneath the surface, goals and values, and how to align them to empower you to build the life you've always envisioned; one that feels like you. Life transitions, depression, relationships, anxiety, and figuring out who you are (or what you really want) can be overwhelming, and while 50 minutes doesn't sound groundbreaking, it really can be. I specialize in helping adults navigate these areas with a balanced, customized approach that meets you where you are.
I'm here to help you cut through the noise—whatever that means to you. As your therapist, I value authenticity, empathy, & collaboration. Together, we'll uncover what's going on beneath the surface, goals and values, and how to align them to empower you to build the life you've always envisioned; one that feels like you. Life transitions, depression, relationships, anxiety, and figuring out who you are (or what you really want) can be overwhelming, and while 50 minutes doesn't sound groundbreaking, it really can be. I specialize in helping adults navigate these areas with a balanced, customized approach that meets you where you are.
I am a firm believer that therapy is an aid to your own continued development and process. If you are reading this, you are making a significant decision for yourself and your growth. WAHOO!
Some focuses I enjoy working with are anxiety, perfectionism, identity, depression, and the “I don't know what's happening” areas of life. Therapy with me is warm, direct, energized, and focused. I appreciate transparency, collaboration, willingness, and curiosity within the space we build together. My goal is to encourage and guide you to bring the tools we discuss into the outside world.
I am a firm believer that therapy is an aid to your own continued development and process. If you are reading this, you are making a significant decision for yourself and your growth. WAHOO!
Some focuses I enjoy working with are anxiety, perfectionism, identity, depression, and the “I don't know what's happening” areas of life. Therapy with me is warm, direct, energized, and focused. I appreciate transparency, collaboration, willingness, and curiosity within the space we build together. My goal is to encourage and guide you to bring the tools we discuss into the outside world.
Things have been getting tougher and tougher to deal with lately. Maybe issues with family are increasing. You’re worried about issues at work. Perhaps you’re dealing with changes in your health. Maybe unsure of your next steps. Or grieving the loss of a loved one. The stressors of life are becoming overwhelming and you’re looking for some relief and understanding.
Things have been getting tougher and tougher to deal with lately. Maybe issues with family are increasing. You’re worried about issues at work. Perhaps you’re dealing with changes in your health. Maybe unsure of your next steps. Or grieving the loss of a loved one. The stressors of life are becoming overwhelming and you’re looking for some relief and understanding.
My hope is to cultivate a therapeutic environment that is authentic, empathetic, non-judgmental and filled with compassionate curiosity. I view therapy as a collaborative process that encourages personal growth, self-compassion, and empowerment in the areas that are important to you. As an art therapist, if interested, I can incorporate the art making process as a restorative tool to increase insight in nonverbal forms of expression while expanding your own imaginative capabilities. My desire is to provide a safe space to explore past experiences and traumas while creatively working towards healing and growth.
My hope is to cultivate a therapeutic environment that is authentic, empathetic, non-judgmental and filled with compassionate curiosity. I view therapy as a collaborative process that encourages personal growth, self-compassion, and empowerment in the areas that are important to you. As an art therapist, if interested, I can incorporate the art making process as a restorative tool to increase insight in nonverbal forms of expression while expanding your own imaginative capabilities. My desire is to provide a safe space to explore past experiences and traumas while creatively working towards healing and growth.
Alison Hirshorn
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Chicago, IL 60661
Not accepting new clients
I believe we all have the potential to thrive in life. Along the way, we may get blocked, feel stuck or overwhelmed, and need guidance & support at different times. I provide a collaborative space and relationship to help you heal, grow, and thrive. I view therapy as a healthy form of mind-body wellness. Each person has their own story, and I'd like to hear yours.
I believe we all have the potential to thrive in life. Along the way, we may get blocked, feel stuck or overwhelmed, and need guidance & support at different times. I provide a collaborative space and relationship to help you heal, grow, and thrive. I view therapy as a healthy form of mind-body wellness. Each person has their own story, and I'd like to hear yours.
Having been shaped by an ethnic historical lineage, intergenerational joy and trauma in the nuclear family, and deconstructed western evangelical Christianity, I'm a 2nd generation Korean American who is continually evolving in unlearning socialized pressures from feeling "different" that often cause assimilation and/or dehumanization of self and others. I recognize strategies of survival that many of us learn to pick up to cope with surviving in systems and environments. I have years of experience working with young adults, and specifically LGBTQIA+ individuals and BIPOC navigating their multidimensional identities.
Having been shaped by an ethnic historical lineage, intergenerational joy and trauma in the nuclear family, and deconstructed western evangelical Christianity, I'm a 2nd generation Korean American who is continually evolving in unlearning socialized pressures from feeling "different" that often cause assimilation and/or dehumanization of self and others. I recognize strategies of survival that many of us learn to pick up to cope with surviving in systems and environments. I have years of experience working with young adults, and specifically LGBTQIA+ individuals and BIPOC navigating their multidimensional identities.
I believe in the healing power of a therapeutic relationship where you can be the real you. No judgment or criticism here. Maybe you want to break free from unhealthy patterns, work through issues that have been swept under the rug, or find wholeness. Perhaps life isn't going quite the way you'd hoped or expected. Maybe you long to be secure in who you are and embrace all parts of yourself, to move away from self-criticism and toward self-compassion.
I believe in the healing power of a therapeutic relationship where you can be the real you. No judgment or criticism here. Maybe you want to break free from unhealthy patterns, work through issues that have been swept under the rug, or find wholeness. Perhaps life isn't going quite the way you'd hoped or expected. Maybe you long to be secure in who you are and embrace all parts of yourself, to move away from self-criticism and toward self-compassion.
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Number of Therapists in 60661
100+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in 60661 who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 82% | Relationship Issues |
| 81% | Self Esteem |
| 73% | Stress |
| 68% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 62% | Women's Issues |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 98% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 78% | Aetna |
| 53% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 60661 see their clients
| 53% | Online Only | |
| 47% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 16% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |