Person-Centered Therapists in Chicago, IL

Navigating life’s pressures often means juggling responsibilities, deadlines, and personal aspirations. Our therapy is tailored to understand and work with your unique pressures, providing a place for clarity and focused action. Whether it’s the weight of exams or the pace of the corporate ladder, we’re here to help you find your footing. Our virtual sessions are designed to fit within your busy schedule and give you access to the support you need to maintain balance and foster resilience.

Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Are you having family and relationship issues? Are you having difficulty focusing and obtaining your career and educational goals? Do you oftentimes find yourself in conflict with others? Do you lack effective communication skills? Are you unable to meet deadlines? Do you avoid social interaction? Are you struggling with defining your life's Purpose? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, it sounds like you could benefit from Therapy. Let's start investing in your " Mental Health." You deserve to be the best version of "Yourself." Call today to schedule a session!

I love working with clients (age 16+) who are seeking support healing from trauma; who are diagnosed with anxiety, OCD, and/or mood disorders; who are struggling with substance use; and who are looking for support with managing their chronic illness(es). Additionally, I have a strong commitment to working with individuals who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community. My goal is to provide my clients with a chance to feel heard and to offer a supportive environment in which they can truly express themselves. I am here to be a part of your support system and to offer guidance through any path you choose to take in life!

I work intentionally to provide a safe, nonjudgemental space to support people on their journey of self-discovery. I believe therapy can be a beautiful space to get to know oneself, one's desires, hopes and goals, and explore whether we're living our life day-to-day in a way that's true to that. I work with people who are wanting to get to know themselves deeper, make changes in the way they're living, navigate life transitions, and build self-compassion and confidence.

Welcome! My name is Sara and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been in the field for more than a decade; licensed since 2020. I specialize in teens and young adults, but love working with adults of all ages. I work primarily with people who are struggling through adjustment to different phases of life and/or are experiencing anxiety and depression. I believe in person centered care where you are the expert in your own life, but firmly believe everyone could use a good support team. I feel fortunate to be part of that team.

Do you find yourself overwhelmed? Does it sometimes feel like your to-do list is never ending no matter how many things you cross off? I want to help you find your balance. To accomplish this, I work with you to tailor therapy to your needs and to your comfort. As a person centered therapist, I approach therapy as a collaborative experience where I join you in your self-exploring. I aim to help increase your understanding of yourself and of your needs. Understanding and highlighting yourself, you can work to advocate for you, your boundaries and your balance.

Accepting new patients now! Good therapy provides a predictable, safe, and honest space to check in and process life’s events, as well as identify and act on broader goals, habits, and needs. I utilize an eclectic trauma-informed approach to pull skills from cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, harm reduction, brief solutions focused therapy, and motivational interviewing to cater interventions to each individual’s unique set of symptoms, goals, and readiness for change. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, PTSD, depressive disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, and substance abuse & addiction.

Do you find it hard to ask for help? Do you put pressure on yourself to please others and be “perfect” for fear of rejection or failure? Even when you have evidence that you are valued or successful, maybe deep down you don’t believe it. Many people who resonate with these statements have had to grow up fast and learn responsibility at a young age. Perhaps you experienced high expectations or criticism in your childhood environment, faced an early loss, or had to be responsible for others early in life.

Sometimes we struggle with unhealthy patterns, feel lost, or less able to cope. We need a safe place to process relationship problems, work on making changes, & grasp tools to deal with life's stressors. We store much of our emotional past within our physical bodies; together, we'll learn to release that energy using all 5 senses to become more present. My therapy style is warm, collaborative, sexuality and gender-affirming. Since 2009, I have helped many people take the steps to turn pain into growth and regain control of their lives.

Are you searching for a more meaningful life with purpose, love, and acceptance? Most of us experience events that become roadblocks to having a fulfilled life. My clients find relief, growth, and healing when we work together with tenderness and courage to better understand and move through those roadblocks. I am here to help you discover your voice, feel connected, heard, seen, and understood. "Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom"- Victor Frankl

Because I believe growth and healing happens within the therapeutic relationship, I work towards fostering a safe space built upon trust and authenticity. I use an integrative, person-centered, framework to understand you in the context of your unique experience. Together, we will work toward understanding your thoughts and emotions, explore what might be contributing to problematic behaviors, and develop coping skills based on your strengths and support systems.

Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Do you question how your past experiences affect your life and relationships? Do you wonder if you should feel happier? If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationships, we are a good match to work together on better understanding yourself and reaching your full potential.

Do you struggle to prioritize yourself? Are you having a hard time feeling accepted for your desires? Maybe you need an affirming space to explore yourself and your needs. Our therapeutic relationship can help you uncover parts of yourself you haven't been able to face, while giving you support to heal and grow. Additionally, as a sex-positive and kink informed therapist, I'm passionate about supporting individuals with alternative sexualities, erotic practices, and kink/BDSM interests. I believe in providing an accepting, compassionate therapeutic environment for all my clients.

I have supported adult clients of diverse ages and cultural identities address anxiety, depression, work-related stress, career and life transitions, imposter syndrome, and family of origin issues. In particular, I have extensive experience working with clients navigating early-adulthood as they seek meaning and fulfillment from their work and relationships.

Are you uncertain of where you're at in life either emotionally, mentally, or vocationally? Are you struggling to cope with feelings of anxiety or low self-esteem? I help folks from a variety of backgrounds, such as veterans, new parents, BIPOC, queer, and trans individuals, through maintaining a validating space and tailoring my approach to suit your specific needs. I keep an open mind and awareness of current events to ensure I’m observing all of the nuances that come with your intersecting identities. I also encourage men in particular to explore and challenge their concepts of masculinity in a positive, healthy light.

I have experience in the treatment of addictions, anxiety, and depression. I am also experienced working with trauma, bipolar and borderline personality disorders. I graduated from Colorado Christian University in 2020 with my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am currently working on my CSAT certification. Prior to gaining my Master's in Clinical Mental Health, I worked in non-profit outreach providing services such as psychoeducation in anger management to marginalized population groups and people operations providing recruiting, career development, and human resources support.

Over time, we have all developed coping strategies that have gotten us to today, yet many of us find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, complacent, or even having accepted unhappiness. Through the therapeutic relationship, we will work together to add new skills to your repertoire, while learning more about how behaviors and previous experiences show up in your day to day life. Although I use in a variety of specific techniques and interventions, much of our work together rests on the idea that that although challenges are a natural part of life, we move towards healing naturally when we feel understood by others and by ourselves.

Hi, I am Dr. B and I am here to work with you in partnership. Clients have the power to overcome adversity, traumatic experiences, and situations that may negatively impact their lives. Sometimes, we just need that support person who can walk with us, and guide us until we arrive at a place of acceptance, healing, and wholeness. I specialize in trauma, depression, and anxiety. I also am well versed in working with people in crisis.

*Now Accepting New Clients* I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns and grief and loss. Whether your goal is to set goals and make some changes or to process past and present issues, I am there to help you make the progress you desire.