Therapists in Chicago, IL

Navigating life's set backs, challenges, and adversities can absolutely take a toll on our wellbeing and ability to function, which is why it is important to know that you do not have to work through these concerns alone. I believe in the power of healing through promoting self-awareness, autonomy and empowerment, and also in people's strength to move towards change. Though suffering is a part of life, something that all humans share, working to manifest helpful and sustainable coping mechanisms, and skills that will work to serve you long term makes a difference in the quality of life a person experiences.

Hi! I'm a therapist and social worker based in Chicago. I am white, disabled, nonbinary, and femme presenting. I’ve worked in the sexual health and mental health fields for several years, and have worked with clients with an array of identities and diagnoses.

My name is Emily Deaver and I am a warm, compassionate counselor who believes in a holistic and integrative approach that meets your unique needs and the needs of your family. I specialize in working with young people utilizing a multifaceted, developmentally appropriate plan to address a wide range of challenges. I work in partnership with my clients to increase healthy coping mechanisms and to improve their overall quality of life.

Struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, body image, life changes, anxiety, or general unhappiness? Sessions involve a somatic collaborative approach to help you feel supported. We will discover your strengths and work on coping mechanisms that work for you to live a more balanced life. I strive for each client to feel empowered and choose to meet them where they are in a way specific to their own individual needs. With your agency and permission, I may utilize EMDR, movement and intuition, reiki, as well as psychotherapeutic factors to work towards healing. Humor and creative wonder are also invited in the room!

I offer therapeutic interventions with warmth and compassion, focusing on strengths to help identify opportunities for change and actualization. My primary areas of experience include depression/anxiety and other mental health concerns, substance use/recovery, and concerns related to gender or sexuality. I see therapy as a journey aiming to get deeper understanding of oneself, relationships, and the world around us.

I use both talk therapy and art therapy to assist clients in building insight into thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, as well as developing skills to cope with difficult life stressors. I strongly believe that practicing kindness and self-compassion does not contradict with personal growth and self-improvement. I view the client as the expert in their own life when identifying areas to work on and setting goals, and I see myself as a "fellow traveler" who, through non-judgemental collaboration and support, can help guide the client towards living a life that feels in line with their personal values.

As we go through life we often find ourselves wondering what we can do to better in our relationships with our significant others, family members and others around us. It seems as if we have tried everything, but nothing seems to work, at least not for a long time period. As a therapist, I believe in compassion, therapeutic alliance, and a non-judgmental environment to be with you every step of the way as you reach your goals. I am a Certified Psychotherapist that has emphasized in trauma, complex trauma, relationship issues, Grief, Infidelity, anxiety, and mood disorders.

New availability! As of April 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!

Hi, thank you for being here! I will provide a safe space for you in session to express yourself without judgment. I recognize the importance of building an open and honest therapeutic relationship and I will work with you to help you feel like you can be your authentic self. I am here to provide support with anything you want to share in session. I look forward to meeting you!

It takes vulnerability & courage to engage in the therapeutic process, to discover parts of ourselves that have remained hidden. Oftentimes when we are in a place of suffering, our guard is up and we can carry shame and fear. Wherever you are in your self-discovery, I encourage this process to be one filled with grace, acceptance, and patience. Collaboratively we will work as a team to dismantle ways of coping that may no longer support you.

Sometimes our challenges overwhelm our typical ways of dealing with difficulties. Therapy can help to enhance competence, peace, strength, healing, and acceptance. My style is creative, collaborative, directive. I help you to access hope and visualize healing, empowering you to confront the biggest, baddest wolves in your life, when you're ready. I specialize in treating problems rooted in intense experiences. Sometimes what we learn to do to survive ends up creating problems for us later on. We'll work together to uncover what is holding you back and develop skills you need to live a rich, full life.

I specialize in working with clients around trauma, mood disorders, relationships, identity development, and queerness. I help people tap into their potential and existing strengths to build confidence for tackling the problems that are unrelentingly thrown at them by the world. I also enjoy helping clients improve communication skills and connect with themselves through their emotional experiences. Partners who want to deepen their connection and improve communication are also an integral part of my clinical work. If you're interested in working with me, please email intake at the address provided below.

Currently accepting new clients! Seeking therapy can feel scary and overwhelming, especially for the first time. I am dedicated to creating a space where all clients feel safe, supported, heard and validated. I work with adults across the lifespan and am especially passionate about supporting those struggling with Trauma/PTSD, life transitions, Depression/Anxiety, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. My therapeutic approach is warm and collaborative, empowering clients to be an active participant throughout their healing journey.

Life gives us challenges. These challenges can include anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, or just feeling stuck in life. However, we do not have to face these challenges alone. It is our job to help you identify and eliminate stresses, embrace your strengths, and work towards empowerment. Through collaboration, we together can create an individualized and comprehensive plan to help you create an identity of your own, integrate positive practices into your daily interactions, and grow to live a happy and healthy life.

I absolutely love working with young folks who feel stuck, anxious, or alone in dealing with the stressors that life brings. I am a relational therapist that holds space for teens and young adults to build connection, develop mindfulness, and explore what values will be motivating for their life choices. This work is rooted in prioritizing self-acceptance: one of the best gifts we can give ourselves! Additionally, I collaborate with clients as they gain freedom to get better at feeling emotions and communicating them to others, as a way to navigate symptoms of anxiety, depression, or trauma.

I work with individuals, couples, and families struggling with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, addiction issues (substance abuse), troubled teens, school failure, LGBTQ+, and trauma and identity issues. As a lifelong allied and friend to the LGBTQ+ community, I work very hard to remain current to concerns that are specific to marginalized communities. I tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique needs. I will work with you to think outside of the box and build strength through our therapeutic relationship.

Welcome! Here is a little bit about myself & my practice to see if our collaboration would be the right fit for you & what you are currently looking for in a therapist. I’m Kassie, I’m a queer, neurodivergent art therapist & substance abuse counselor providing outpatient services through Creative Alchemy Counseling in Chicago, Illinois. I see therapy as a space for transformation, as it can lead to change & be a conductor of healing. I envision therapy as a type of alchemy as it can be the transformation of oneself. Meaning we all hold the potential to be the alchemist of our own life, facilitate change, & transform ourselves.

Hello! What brings you here? Each person has a unique story and that story is often the key to the best solutions. Maybe there is something you want to change about yourself, or maybe life is not going as expected and you want to explore possibilities. You may have a past grief or trauma that is making moving forward difficult or complicated. Perhaps a new situation has thrown your life "off track" and you are having trouble adjusting to the new reality. I am here to explore the possibilities with you. You've got this!

I am a trauma informed therapist that can help you with your journey of personal growth. I primary work with adults and couples with trauma histories, and complex relational dynamics. I often hear from clients I work with that they are anxious, feeling stuck, not happy in their day to day and that they are wanting to feel differently. My role as a therapist is to help my clients recover their true sense of self by learning to make healthier choices, and to improve the relationship with themselves and their loved ones.