Therapists in Evanston, IL

I am honored to travel alongside clients living with the effects of trauma and grief and be a support through their healing process. Utlizing a holistic, whole-person lens, I work with adults that are exploring career transitions, experiencing burnout, navigating life after infidelity and betrayal trauma, finding their way during and after divorce, healing from developmental and systemic trauma, seeking to build self-trust and self-worth, aligning with their core values, and learning how to uncover the parts of them that hold them back and keep them stuck.

Beginning therapy can be daunting, and it is the first step toward understanding and healing. Therapy will help you face challenges and reconnect with your mind, body, and spirit.

I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve insight, growth, and healing through fostering an open, non-judgmental, and compassionate environment. My approach can be described as integrative, collaborative, strengths-based, and authentic. I prioritize creating a strong therapeutic relationship with clients and work alongside the client in their journey of wellness and healing. I am committed to expanding the field through speaking at national and international conferences on race-related topics, vulnerability, & empowering wellness in times of adversity. My goal is to empower clients to achieve wellness, joy, and healthier lives.

Children and adolescents in today's ever changing world faces a tremendous amount of pressure and stress. This can lead to emotional distress, behavioral changes at home and at school, and social challenges. I provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents and emerging adults experiencing emotional and behavioral distress to help them build effective skills in order to navigate the up and down's of life. I have extensive experience with children and families living with ADHD, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, depression, and other behavioral challenges.

I work with people who are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and stuck. With over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I help clients uncover the root cause of their pain, so they can have energy, be productive and excited about the future. I help clients release the limiting beliefs that are holding them back from achieving their goals. My practice also incorporates a integrative approach to health and wellness.

Is the stress of work or school overwhelming you? Are your relationships difficult? Are you struggling with feelings of shame or vulnerability? Do you feel unsatisfied? Everyone experiences life differently. My training and experience as a counselor has led me to a deep understanding of how we live in our worlds: with our families, within our relationships, and even how we perceive ourselves. My approach to counseling is based on helping others find the solutions that lie within themselves. Evening and weekend appointments are available.

Being a child, an adolescent, an adult, is not easy. School, working, navigating relationships, parenting, family life, finding time for yourself, coping with loss, stress- We all face times that are challenging. Everyone deserves a safe space to share their story, feelings, & experiences & have their truth be heard & held. I am passionate about helping children & adults as they navigate difficult moments in their lives. I am skilled at listening, providing support, guidance, & compassion as individuals strive to make meaning, heal, connect, problem solve, successfully participate, & find joy in their lives. Change is possible.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist committed to treating individuals, couples, and families. My clinical interests lie in anxiety, depression, relational issues, prenatal and postpartum mental health, infertility, grief and loss. I am passionate about working with people seeking change, healing, and growth. My approach is collaborative, relational, mindful and compassionate. I strive to create a safe, authentic and non-judgmental context for clients to explore their struggles and maximize their growth potential. I received my Master’s degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Northwestern University.

I have been working for over thirty years to master the art of developing trusting relationships with individuals, couples and families. I use psychological theories, family systems theory and integrated spirituality to allow my relationships with people to reveal new ways to live life and function effectively in both personal and professional contexts.

Starting therapy can be such an overwhelming task, but you have made it this far which means your ready to do the work! I have experience working with teens, young adults and adults struggling with a wide range of clinical issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief/loss, and relationship concerns. As a therapist, I make sure to do the

If you are experiencing marriage or relationship challenges, a difficult divorced co-parenting situation, or stressful parenting issues, there are powerful skills, and simple shifts in thinking that can give you relief and help you find peace. I believe that the challenges we face are not failures; rather they are opportunities to grow and mature into ourselves. I specialize in relationship work, couples work, divorced co-parenting issues, family relationship work, emotions work (anger issues, anxiety and grief) and individual self-growth, including life transitions. Through my work with high-conflict divorced co-parenting, I have developed tolerance, patience, compassion and skill for working with difficult and challenging relationship dynamics.

My primary goal as a therapist is to help you find positive coping skills to further develop your strengths, insights, and joy in every day life. I bring authenticity, humor, and empathy to each and every session in my work with adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy in session and you’ll always leave with a goal; I want you to continue our work outside of sessions to allow for long-lasting changes as you become the most effective version of yourself.

Accepting new clients after September 1st - I have 30+ years of clinical experience with children, adults, and families from diverse populations and backgrounds. My holistic approach has developed from years of partnering with clients to tailor therapy to each client's needs. My practice is full of passion, dedication, and a non-judgmental attitude, which breeds an honest and effective environment for my clients.

I provide a safe environment where you will be listened to with care, compassion, understanding and respect and where your goals for therapy will be honored and supported. I am experienced and skilled in helping individuals, couples, families and groups with a variety of symptoms and concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, panic disorder and agoraphobia, addictions, compulsive behaviors, self esteem and identity issues, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, life transitions, abuse issues, and chronic or acute health problems. My approach is flexible and individually tailored to meet the needs of each person seeking help.

Layla Byrnes is a compassionate Licensed Social Worker based in Illinois, bringing a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to her practice. With a journey that began in Philosophy, Layla holds a Bachelor of Arts and furthered her education with a Master of Social Work and a Master of Arts in Public Policy. Since obtaining her license in 2018, Layla has dedicated herself to creating a safe and inclusive space for individuals seeking growth, self-discovery, and authentic connections. Layla is proud to declare her practice as Queer- and Kink-friendly, fostering an environment that embraces diversity .

My name is Katie, and I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and religious trauma. I primarily work with young adults experiencing anxiety or depression in the midst of major life transitions such as beginning college, leaving home, or starting a career. Depression or anxiety can result in low motivation, restlessness, and emotional overwhelm that can quickly become debilitating. I also assist people of all ages in processing traumatic religious experiences and environments. These experiences can have a variety of symptoms, but have a deep and long lasting impact.

You matter. I seek to highlight & build upon your unique strengths with a focus on overall wellness in mind, body, spirit & community. I believe we all have the tools to reach our highest potential. I aim to understand what might be getting in the way of you being your most authentic, talented self. I specialize in helping others access & heal their pain by engaging the nervous system to unlock trauma & emotions to release them. Body integration allows us to feel alive & open to get more of life. I blend evidenced-based practices such as somatic, breathwork, mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, & EFT under a psychodynamic therapy lens.

Hi, my name is Wendy, and I use She/Her/Ella/La pronouns. I am a Bilingual (Spanish and English) Latinx, relational cultural therapist, and empowering clients is at the heart of my work. My focus centers around supporting folks respond to anxiety, depression, PTSD, intimate partner violence, trauma, generational trauma, spiritual abuse, immigration trauma, navigating gender and sexuality identity or grief felt when navigating chronic medical health conditions.

I'm a licensed clinical psychologist. In my 25+ years as a psychotherapist I've come to appreciate the wisdom found in various therapeutic models. So I've developed an integrative approach. I believe it's important to tailor the therapy to the individual. Our past, present, and future all influence our choices and behaviors. So I find it helpful to put on trifocals to see where we're at, how we got here, and where we want to go. As social beings our interpersonal relationships are vital to our well-being and happiness. Sometimes our interpersonal style helps us connect with others; sometimes it gets in the way of our relationships. Checking out our personality style is often beneficial. As individuals we are unfolding in our own unique way and I believe there is an inner wisdom that leads us to who we are and what we really desire. Sometimes we get disconnected from ourselves and need to get back in touch by looking inward.