Therapists in Chicago, IL
Lucas Byron Swenink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60640
Lucas specializes in working with individuals and couples who identify as part of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer population. Within the LGBTQ population, he has further expertise in working with those who wish to address the implications of their trauma history, HIV/AIDS-related health and wellness, Depression, Anxiety, issues related to Aging and Substance Abuse and Dependance related disorders.
Lucas specializes in working with individuals and couples who identify as part of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer population. Within the LGBTQ population, he has further expertise in working with those who wish to address the implications of their trauma history, HIV/AIDS-related health and wellness, Depression, Anxiety, issues related to Aging and Substance Abuse and Dependance related disorders.
Tara Ouillette
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60640
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that long- lasting, meaningful growth thrives in self-compassion, honoring shame, and creating purpose. Inherited and experienced trauma can remain in the body and inform our choices, so one of my goals is to offer a guiding hand in disentangling negative core beliefs from the body and sense of self. My therapeutic practice is filtered through a strengths-based and feminist lens, and as a queer therapist, I aim to foster an LGBTQIA+ affirming space, challenge racist systems, encourage body empowerment at every size, and promote sex-positivity.
I believe that long- lasting, meaningful growth thrives in self-compassion, honoring shame, and creating purpose. Inherited and experienced trauma can remain in the body and inform our choices, so one of my goals is to offer a guiding hand in disentangling negative core beliefs from the body and sense of self. My therapeutic practice is filtered through a strengths-based and feminist lens, and as a queer therapist, I aim to foster an LGBTQIA+ affirming space, challenge racist systems, encourage body empowerment at every size, and promote sex-positivity.
Tessa Courtney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60606 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Tessa! I work primarily with adolescents and young adults to help them identify roadblocks on their path to success. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, anxiety over school performance, challenging family dynamics, or cycles of intrusive thoughts, I am here to help.
Hi there, I'm Tessa! I work primarily with adolescents and young adults to help them identify roadblocks on their path to success. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, anxiety over school performance, challenging family dynamics, or cycles of intrusive thoughts, I am here to help.
I am dedicated and passionate about forming a meaningful bond with each client I work with. Empathic, effective, and client-centered mental health care are foundations of my therapeutic practice, and I aspire to create a space that is both welcoming and safe for all clients.
I am dedicated and passionate about forming a meaningful bond with each client I work with. Empathic, effective, and client-centered mental health care are foundations of my therapeutic practice, and I aspire to create a space that is both welcoming and safe for all clients.
I work to help people and partners who have traumatic histories increase self awareness, adjust relational patterns, and reimagine their life and goals. We accomplish this together best through paced relational work. I approach our conversations with both curiosity and intuition. I ask questions to really understand you and the context you are in as well as using my own intuition and experience to inform our work together. I believe that the relationship that we build and the safety we feel create a space with a potential for awareness, healing, and growth.
I work to help people and partners who have traumatic histories increase self awareness, adjust relational patterns, and reimagine their life and goals. We accomplish this together best through paced relational work. I approach our conversations with both curiosity and intuition. I ask questions to really understand you and the context you are in as well as using my own intuition and experience to inform our work together. I believe that the relationship that we build and the safety we feel create a space with a potential for awareness, healing, and growth.
To the outside world it may appear that you have it altogether, yet no matter how hard you try you suffer from self-doubt, people pleasing, burn out or guilt when putting your own needs first. You may be carrying the weight of others’ expectations, feeling disconnected or questioning your worldview. You're stuck and something needs to change. I believe every person already has within themself what they need to change, and it is my role as a therapist to walk with you and help illuminate the parts of you which have been blocking you from living a fully authentic life.
To the outside world it may appear that you have it altogether, yet no matter how hard you try you suffer from self-doubt, people pleasing, burn out or guilt when putting your own needs first. You may be carrying the weight of others’ expectations, feeling disconnected or questioning your worldview. You're stuck and something needs to change. I believe every person already has within themself what they need to change, and it is my role as a therapist to walk with you and help illuminate the parts of you which have been blocking you from living a fully authentic life.
Christina Joly
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60659 (Online Only)
New availability! As of May 2024, Wednesdays at 1p and 3:15p - virtual only. Sometimes the hardest part of therapy is making the choice to begin. If you are here, you’re ready or at least thinking about starting this journey. Welcome and bring your curiosity! You don’t need to have answers when you come to therapy. You may not even know what the exact issues are. That’s okay. We will work in collaboration to find the path forward that benefits you most. There’s no “one size fits all” therapy so we may “try on” a few different things to see what works for you!
New availability! As of May 2024, Wednesdays at 1p and 3:15p - virtual only. Sometimes the hardest part of therapy is making the choice to begin. If you are here, you’re ready or at least thinking about starting this journey. Welcome and bring your curiosity! You don’t need to have answers when you come to therapy. You may not even know what the exact issues are. That’s okay. We will work in collaboration to find the path forward that benefits you most. There’s no “one size fits all” therapy so we may “try on” a few different things to see what works for you!
There is something keeping you from having the happy, fulfilling life you crave. Anxiety about your career is causing performance issues at work. Is it keeping you from enjoying life outside of work? Maybe stress is keeping you from sleeping. Your anxiety is relentless and exhausting. Perhaps a past sexual assault or other trauma is making it difficult to have the healthy relationship you crave. It is making it hard to trust yourself and others. Or maybe you just can't get over that break-up. You're in a demanding career or caregiver role that has you burned out. You can't get away from low self-esteem and self-doubt.
There is something keeping you from having the happy, fulfilling life you crave. Anxiety about your career is causing performance issues at work. Is it keeping you from enjoying life outside of work? Maybe stress is keeping you from sleeping. Your anxiety is relentless and exhausting. Perhaps a past sexual assault or other trauma is making it difficult to have the healthy relationship you crave. It is making it hard to trust yourself and others. Or maybe you just can't get over that break-up. You're in a demanding career or caregiver role that has you burned out. You can't get away from low self-esteem and self-doubt.
Kat Cockey
Counselor, LCPC, ATR, MHS, CCATP, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618
Waitlist for new clients
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 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!
To schedule a session, please book a call with our Client Care Coordinator here: www.calendly.com/adminccbh I am a queer-identified psychotherapist and have experience helping individuals with a wide variety of presenting issues, including depression, anxiety, and grief/loss. In addition, I specialize in working with eating and/or body image issues, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and adolescent & young adult life transitions & identity development.
To schedule a session, please book a call with our Client Care Coordinator here: www.calendly.com/adminccbh I am a queer-identified psychotherapist and have experience helping individuals with a wide variety of presenting issues, including depression, anxiety, and grief/loss. In addition, I specialize in working with eating and/or body image issues, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and adolescent & young adult life transitions & identity development.
Ever since we have embarked on our journey through life, we may have had the opportunity to experience love, kindness, joy, or passion—but we may have also experienced pain, discomfort, anger, betrayal, tragedy, or grief. During the moments you’ve experienced the latter it’s very possible the events that took place have been frozen in your mind, making it impossible to forget or process. This may have left you feeling depressed, anxious, mistrusting, stagnant, or even scared. My goal as your therapist would be to support and empower you on your journey so you can develop a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you.
Ever since we have embarked on our journey through life, we may have had the opportunity to experience love, kindness, joy, or passion—but we may have also experienced pain, discomfort, anger, betrayal, tragedy, or grief. During the moments you’ve experienced the latter it’s very possible the events that took place have been frozen in your mind, making it impossible to forget or process. This may have left you feeling depressed, anxious, mistrusting, stagnant, or even scared. My goal as your therapist would be to support and empower you on your journey so you can develop a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you.
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Therapy is an opportunity to explore how to heal in order to live an empowered and fulfilling life. If you are feeling anxious and overwhelmed from your day-to-day or recovering from a traumatic event, therapy can be a supportive space to explore various avenues for healing and growth. In our collaborative space we will identify what brings you a true sense of joy and belonging as well as practical skills for managing life stressors. My role in the therapeutic relationship is to act as a curious observer - to reflect back what I notice and to broaden our shared understanding of your experiences.
Therapy is an opportunity to explore how to heal in order to live an empowered and fulfilling life. If you are feeling anxious and overwhelmed from your day-to-day or recovering from a traumatic event, therapy can be a supportive space to explore various avenues for healing and growth. In our collaborative space we will identify what brings you a true sense of joy and belonging as well as practical skills for managing life stressors. My role in the therapeutic relationship is to act as a curious observer - to reflect back what I notice and to broaden our shared understanding of your experiences.
Jamie Rae Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60640
Waitlist for new clients
I have a diverse training background with young children through adults which has granted me the privilege of working with culturally and demographically diverse individuals with various mental health and behavioral concerns, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance use concerns, personality disorders, SMI, LGBTQ+ specific concerns, and developmental disorders including autism spectrum disorders and cognitive impairment. Throughout my career path, I have met so many amazing people who have not realized how amazing they truly were. It is a privilege to be able to help other people see their potential and strength.
I have a diverse training background with young children through adults which has granted me the privilege of working with culturally and demographically diverse individuals with various mental health and behavioral concerns, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance use concerns, personality disorders, SMI, LGBTQ+ specific concerns, and developmental disorders including autism spectrum disorders and cognitive impairment. Throughout my career path, I have met so many amazing people who have not realized how amazing they truly were. It is a privilege to be able to help other people see their potential and strength.
Erin Shea Brady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60640
Waitlist for new clients
The majority of my work centers on trauma and recovery, which can look like a lot of things. I work primarily (but not exclusively!) with LGBTQ+ individuals, neurodivergent folks, and those who have experienced addiction. My practice is strongly aligned with fat liberation and HAES (Health at Every Size). I love working with creative folks or those aiming to pursue something hard/worthwhile. I'm also available to work with other white folks who are looking to engage in anti-racist work.
The majority of my work centers on trauma and recovery, which can look like a lot of things. I work primarily (but not exclusively!) with LGBTQ+ individuals, neurodivergent folks, and those who have experienced addiction. My practice is strongly aligned with fat liberation and HAES (Health at Every Size). I love working with creative folks or those aiming to pursue something hard/worthwhile. I'm also available to work with other white folks who are looking to engage in anti-racist work.
Choosing to begin therapy shows profound inner strength and a desire to connect with oneself. This connection allows a felt sense of safety and self-awareness to develop, leading to deep healing and the ability to create authentic connections with others. It is through these internal and external connections that we are able to manage the staggering complexities that exist within life, as well as find joy in the process of living.
Choosing to begin therapy shows profound inner strength and a desire to connect with oneself. This connection allows a felt sense of safety and self-awareness to develop, leading to deep healing and the ability to create authentic connections with others. It is through these internal and external connections that we are able to manage the staggering complexities that exist within life, as well as find joy in the process of living.
Alyssa Fatigato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Alyssa, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60655 (Online Only)
I work primarily with clients suffering from trauma and PTSD that has resulted in attachment wounds and self-rescue skills that are no longer serving them. I am passionate about supporting clients in building self-trust. I see therapy as an uncovering and strengthening of your authentic self rather than a top-down analysis. I am specifically trained in EMDR for the treatment of PTSD. I combine EMDR with Internal Family Systems and cognitive restructuring to practice curiosity toward young parts of self, as well as to challenge core beliefs that impact mood and behavior.
I work primarily with clients suffering from trauma and PTSD that has resulted in attachment wounds and self-rescue skills that are no longer serving them. I am passionate about supporting clients in building self-trust. I see therapy as an uncovering and strengthening of your authentic self rather than a top-down analysis. I am specifically trained in EMDR for the treatment of PTSD. I combine EMDR with Internal Family Systems and cognitive restructuring to practice curiosity toward young parts of self, as well as to challenge core beliefs that impact mood and behavior.
Shan Ru Lin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATCS, ATR-BC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone seeking personal growth and healing. They may be facing life changes, trauma, anxiety, or depression and are motivated to better understand their experiences. Their goal is to gain clarity, enhance emotional well-being, and foster more authentic relationships. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore their inner world and work toward healing.
My ideal client is someone seeking personal growth and healing. They may be facing life changes, trauma, anxiety, or depression and are motivated to better understand their experiences. Their goal is to gain clarity, enhance emotional well-being, and foster more authentic relationships. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore their inner world and work toward healing.
Kate Naomi Aldridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60622 (Online Only)
One of my favorite song lyrics says, "I'm just a spirit trying to be human." There’s so much weight that lives inside those words: emotions, questions, uncertainty. For those of us who wander, question who we are, or wonder what our purpose is, we can stumble if life hasn’t met our expectations. The majority of my clients identify as misfits, empaths, spiritual beings, and highly sensitive people who have survived childhood trauma, harsh life transitions, and an occasional identity crisis.
One of my favorite song lyrics says, "I'm just a spirit trying to be human." There’s so much weight that lives inside those words: emotions, questions, uncertainty. For those of us who wander, question who we are, or wonder what our purpose is, we can stumble if life hasn’t met our expectations. The majority of my clients identify as misfits, empaths, spiritual beings, and highly sensitive people who have survived childhood trauma, harsh life transitions, and an occasional identity crisis.
Samantha Sanecki
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-P, MA
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60642
Do you ever think to yourself, 'Why does everything feel so difficult'? Work, school, and daily chores feel overwhelming while you watch others seemingly breeze through life. No amount of shame, guilt, or willpower will change you. You are not lazy or careless, you are tired and burnt out. You are existing in a world that hasn't been accommodating to you. By working to accept this and dismantle what you think is 'normal' you can unburden yourself and increase your energy and capacity for joy.
Do you ever think to yourself, 'Why does everything feel so difficult'? Work, school, and daily chores feel overwhelming while you watch others seemingly breeze through life. No amount of shame, guilt, or willpower will change you. You are not lazy or careless, you are tired and burnt out. You are existing in a world that hasn't been accommodating to you. By working to accept this and dismantle what you think is 'normal' you can unburden yourself and increase your energy and capacity for joy.
To schedule sessions, please book a call with our Client Care Coordinator here: www.calendly.com/adminccbh I support individuals, couples, and families around diverse experiences such as issues with substances, depression, anxiety, identity development, and other life challenges. With training in intimate partner violence, unhealthy relationships, and body-based interventions, I take a trauma-informed approach to therapy; ensuring a comfortable environment for clients in which to delve into tough experiences and make changes in life through introspection, understanding, and empowerment.
To schedule sessions, please book a call with our Client Care Coordinator here: www.calendly.com/adminccbh I support individuals, couples, and families around diverse experiences such as issues with substances, depression, anxiety, identity development, and other life challenges. With training in intimate partner violence, unhealthy relationships, and body-based interventions, I take a trauma-informed approach to therapy; ensuring a comfortable environment for clients in which to delve into tough experiences and make changes in life through introspection, understanding, and empowerment.
