Body Positivity Therapists in Sheridan Park, Chicago, IL

What would it feel like to give yourself the space to sit and explore emotions, memories, and thoughts instead of avoiding or changing them? It is okay if your answer is “scary” or “gross”. While acknowledging that I cannot determine whether a space is safe or not, I strive to offer a space of non-judgement, validation, compassion and growth where you can get to know yourself more, build insight and acknowledgement of your strengths, and talk about whatever you need to for an hour.

Thank you for taking the first step towards a happier, healthier life - you are making the important decision to support yourself. Brendan’s background is in sexual and domestic violence. He believes trauma affects us physically, emotionally, and spiritually. By establishing safety, remembering, and grieving, we are able to reconnect with our current lives. Our mental health has physical effects; Brendan focuses on the damage chronic stress has on the body as well as the mind. Our nervous system cannot absorb the impact of trauma alone. We find healing through our relationships and communities. Together, we find a path forward.

Hello! I am delighted to introduce myself to you. My name is Li Drummond. I have worked with many different presenting issues including adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, suicide risk, stress, loss, trauma, struggles with drugs and alcohol, family problems, child welfare, family problems, offenders, and relationship difficulties. I feel comfortable working with clients ranging in age from children to adults and feel especially well-equipped to work with clients facing discrimination and marginalization including members of various immigrant communities, LGBTQIA+ clientele, black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC).

As a therapist, I work from a relational model that considers both individual and systematic aspects of life to create a better understanding of what is brought into session. In collaboration, I'm a firm believer in showing up authentically as a queer/neurodiverse therapist and welcome clients to do the same as we work together. Therapy is work, but it's not something you have to do alone.

We often feel overwhelmed, out of control, or caught in patterns we can’t seem to escape. Many of us move around the world carrying secret struggles with negative thoughts, emotions, or urges, which disturb our day-to-day life and make waves in our relationships. Clients who seek my support are resourceful, and have typically already tried all of the tools in their existing toolbox. We are searching collaboratively for new pathways to positive change.

Maya Angelou said, "There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." Your story is important. Perhaps in this chapter you're encountering low self-esteem, looking to heal from past trauma, struggling with self-esteem, or needing a place to ventilate the sometimes overwhelming stressors from week to week. I can help with that. I'll meet you where you're at and help you build a sense of agency for the change you'd like to author in your life. Together we'll discover what works and what doesn't, and we'll explore how thoughts, feelings and behaviors are helping or harming.

It would be ideal for us to be motivated to improve our lives when things are going well. More often than not, we only make changes to our lives during times of darkness. In our work together, we can focus on finding the beauty, joy, and peace in your life. We can step into the darkness together with curiosity.

Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts or memories? Have you been told to mask yourself for other people’s comfort? Do you hold yourself to a higher standard than the one to which you hold others? Have you had difficulty finding a therapist with an intersectional understanding of systemic oppression and all the harm it brings? I work with adults of all ages who want to expand their skills for communication, emotional self-regulation, and radical self-love. I use anti-oppressive practices to help empower my clients to live authentically, joyfully, and with as much safety as possible in a marginalizing society.

Thank you for stepping out of the shadows so you don't feel invisible to important people. To create the relationships you desire, you must face the causes of anxiety, depression, perfectionism, procrastination, self-criticism, or insecurities. The time has come for you to love yourself unconditionally and put yourself first! My goal is to help you feel more connected, empowered, and secure in your life and relationships, whether it's your first time in therapy, your return, or you're looking for a new therapist. Now is your time!

My approach to therapy is based on respect. I work to honor your unique life experience by adjusting my clinical approach to best meet your individual goals for therapy. I strive to provide a safe and collaborative space for clients to explore thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and patterns in order to facilitate meaningful change in your life. Using a holistic and psychodynamic approach, I can help you to utilize your strengths to promote healing.

I work with clients around anxiety, depression, grief and loss, PTSD, childhood and adult sexual trauma, gender and identity concerns, and chronic substance use. My journey as a therapist is deeply rooted in a commitment to creating a safe and inclusive space for individuals from all walks of life. I strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where clients can explore their inner selves and navigate life's complexities. My dedication to anti-oppressive work and self-improvement reflects my aspiration to be a more effective therapist and a positive force for change in the lives of my clients and our community as a whole.

I approach therapy based upon the three core values: Curiosity, Compassion, and Community. I want to be curious about each client or couple that walks through my door. I want to know their unique problem and share some of my knowledge and skills to assist in meeting their goals. I want to be compassionate to each individual and explore what fosters their own sense of compassion. I also want to understand a person's community. Isolation is a painful state of being and I want to find how clients connect to others and build an environment of safety.

Welcome, I am glad that you are here! Seeking therapy can be scary; especially for those that hold marginalized identities and must work hard to feel safe, supported, and empowered. I work to support adults experiencing stress/anxiety, those who identify as neurodivergent, and those who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Support is largely focused on ADHD, disordered eating, sex/kink related issues, and body insecurities.

My assumption about most people who seek out a therapist is they are stuck in a situation and have already tried everything they can think of to get unstuck. My approach is pragmatic, non-judgmental, and client-centered. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and polycules to develop new skills that will empower them to move towards the lives they want to live. I am a total nerd about therapy and love the creativity of tailoring therapeutic approaches to clients.

Hola. As a bilingual relational therapist, my work revolves around supporting individuals in romantic relationships, diverse families, and people at all stages of life. The journey of managing, maintaining, and understanding our mental health in relation to others can indeed be challenging, overwhelming, and even daunting.

Life is often the hardest on the kindest of souls. Many of my patients have suffered complex and extensive adverse experiences throughout their lifespan, compounded by their intersectional identities. They come from all walks of life and have experiences specific to complex trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, narcissistic family systems, estrangement, divorce, and self-identity. These experiences have made it difficult for them to connect with others, verbalize their needs, and feel worthy of existing as their true selves. Together we will work collaboratively on developing trust and exploring who you are at your core.

Lucy Scott is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who originally trained as a Trauma Informed Art Psychotherapist in New York. She has since become a certified trainer in the Attachment Regulation Competency (ARC) framework, trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Sensory Motor Affect Regulation Therapy (SMART). I have traditionally worked with clients and family systems impacted by complex trauma. I work with clients struggling from post traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, negative self concept, parental concerns and relationship challenges.

Psychotherapy is an effective way for individuals to make significant personal life changes. I partner with my clients to identify the concerns and experiences that have led them to seek psychotherapy. Together we create a treatment plan that identifies ideals and sets goals and realistic expectations for change. Fostering resilience in the face of adversity, through a confidential therapeutic relationship we collaborate to break unhealthy patterns and create newer, more adaptive coping skills. With mutual commitment, honesty, trust, and humor, psychological, emotional, and functional personal change is achievable and sustainable.

I am a genderqueer human being providing supportive counseling services to people who are neurodivergent, queer, nerdy, and live alternative lifestyles. My sessions are held online 100 percent to make it convenient for my clients in their busy life to receive support. I've supported clients in role-playing therapy through the use of Dungeons & Dragons, led queer support groups, and am currently CSTIP (Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional) certified so I may expand to couples work in the future. I've taught BDSM/Kink affirming seminars and have a background in understanding nutrition and body neutrality.