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Dara Winley
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602  (Online Only)
I offer Christian-based counseling for those who prefer their faith be informed by therapy.
In my private practice, I offer coping strategies to help you regulate emotions, (re)establish trust and a non- anxious presence, resolve conflicts and unmet needs, and ultimately create safety for healthy relationships. I work largely with couples with conflict in addition to my work with individuals and families navigating life stressors and transitions. I also offer parent coaching services related to specific conflicts. My approach for all my clients is systemic, integrative, attachment-influenced, collaborative, supportive, non-judgmental, and strength based.
I offer Christian-based counseling for those who prefer their faith be informed by therapy.
In my private practice, I offer coping strategies to help you regulate emotions, (re)establish trust and a non- anxious presence, resolve conflicts and unmet needs, and ultimately create safety for healthy relationships. I work largely with couples with conflict in addition to my work with individuals and families navigating life stressors and transitions. I also offer parent coaching services related to specific conflicts. My approach for all my clients is systemic, integrative, attachment-influenced, collaborative, supportive, non-judgmental, and strength based.
(312) 564-4661 View (312) 564-4661
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Shawnté Bennett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602  (Online Only)
As I experience all the shifts life has to offer, I have developed more of an understanding of the value in considering others and my own mindset. Problems, uncertainty, and challenges are not going away; they are always going to be in our lives. The thought things must always be set in stone is an illusion from the start. However, if we change our mindset and change those same problems, uncertainty, and challenges into growth moments without limitations or limiting beliefs and focus on solutions; we are left feeling empowered to create change, and I am excited to go on the journey with you.
As I experience all the shifts life has to offer, I have developed more of an understanding of the value in considering others and my own mindset. Problems, uncertainty, and challenges are not going away; they are always going to be in our lives. The thought things must always be set in stone is an illusion from the start. However, if we change our mindset and change those same problems, uncertainty, and challenges into growth moments without limitations or limiting beliefs and focus on solutions; we are left feeling empowered to create change, and I am excited to go on the journey with you.
(872) 206-9634 View (872) 206-9634
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Tyler Goldsberry
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
Maybe you feel stuck. You want parts of your life to be different, but are unsure how to make that happen. Maybe you're lost and overwhelmed. Maybe you're at a point where you don't know where to go from here. You don’t have to navigate this time in your life alone. I can help.
Maybe you feel stuck. You want parts of your life to be different, but are unsure how to make that happen. Maybe you're lost and overwhelmed. Maybe you're at a point where you don't know where to go from here. You don’t have to navigate this time in your life alone. I can help.
(312) 626-9851 View (312) 626-9851
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Crystal Grimsley
MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602  (Online Only)
I believe that therapy is a journey—an intimate and transformative process. It's an opportunity to tap into your creativity and write a meaningful story that embraces your strengths and unique life experiences.
I believe that therapy is a journey—an intimate and transformative process. It's an opportunity to tap into your creativity and write a meaningful story that embraces your strengths and unique life experiences.
(312) 500-6142 View (312) 500-6142
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Takisha Brooks
Pre-Licensed Professional, ALMFT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602  (Online Only)
Takisha is an associate Marriage and Family Therapist. Her clinical interest includes working with couples/family systems and empowering clients from culturally diverse backgrounds to work on communication, parenting, and intimacy. She has an empathetic and energetic personality, which helps clients find and understand their voices, regain trust, and have more fun together in their relationship. Takisha uses a narrative and solution-focused systemic approach in therapy. She believes in the power of stories to help strengthen the core aspects of familial relationships, and she affirms collaboration and creativity in all of sessions.
Takisha is an associate Marriage and Family Therapist. Her clinical interest includes working with couples/family systems and empowering clients from culturally diverse backgrounds to work on communication, parenting, and intimacy. She has an empathetic and energetic personality, which helps clients find and understand their voices, regain trust, and have more fun together in their relationship. Takisha uses a narrative and solution-focused systemic approach in therapy. She believes in the power of stories to help strengthen the core aspects of familial relationships, and she affirms collaboration and creativity in all of sessions.
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Amber Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602  (Online Only)
Becoming a mother is a scary and sometimes lonely journey. You may feel disconnected from your partner, baby, or friends. Or struggle with finding the balance between caring for yourself and those who need you. If the journey into motherhood has left you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or uncertain about who you are now you deserve a safe space to learn how to prioritize yourself. Many moms need help, but find it hard to ask for it. It’s okay to put YOU first. It is possible to take care of you and still care for your loved ones too!
Becoming a mother is a scary and sometimes lonely journey. You may feel disconnected from your partner, baby, or friends. Or struggle with finding the balance between caring for yourself and those who need you. If the journey into motherhood has left you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or uncertain about who you are now you deserve a safe space to learn how to prioritize yourself. Many moms need help, but find it hard to ask for it. It’s okay to put YOU first. It is possible to take care of you and still care for your loved ones too!
(217) 262-1319 View (217) 262-1319
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Clarissa Granados
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP, CCTP, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
As a bilingual, Latina, first generation social worker, I know that trying new things can be exciting, unpredictable, and even scary! Wherever you are in your healing journey, therapy is a big step to take, and I'm glad you are here. While I believe you already have what it takes to succeed, a trained therapist can join you to support your unique journey and provide customized skills-training and tools to overcome life’s challenges. Bringing in several years of clinical and leadership experience, I utilize a comprehensive and strengths-based approach that incorporates various modalities, including but not limited to the below:
As a bilingual, Latina, first generation social worker, I know that trying new things can be exciting, unpredictable, and even scary! Wherever you are in your healing journey, therapy is a big step to take, and I'm glad you are here. While I believe you already have what it takes to succeed, a trained therapist can join you to support your unique journey and provide customized skills-training and tools to overcome life’s challenges. Bringing in several years of clinical and leadership experience, I utilize a comprehensive and strengths-based approach that incorporates various modalities, including but not limited to the below:
(312) 598-1285 x107 View (312) 598-1285 x107
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Michelle Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602  (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me! My ideal clients are looking for a strength-based approach where they are more than a "psychiatric diagnosis." My clients come from many backgrounds - they are children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families - and are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, women’s issues, anger management, ADHD, autistic spectrum disorder, addiction issues, couples therapy, and working through LGBTQ+ issues. I partner with my clients in the change process and empower them through using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and other tailored approaches.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me! My ideal clients are looking for a strength-based approach where they are more than a "psychiatric diagnosis." My clients come from many backgrounds - they are children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families - and are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, women’s issues, anger management, ADHD, autistic spectrum disorder, addiction issues, couples therapy, and working through LGBTQ+ issues. I partner with my clients in the change process and empower them through using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and other tailored approaches.
(312) 313-4413 View (312) 313-4413
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Charmaine Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602
Passionate therapist specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy. Dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate challenges in relationships, conquer anxiety and depression, overcome heartbreak, and achieve their best selves in both personal and professional realms.
Passionate therapist specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy. Dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate challenges in relationships, conquer anxiety and depression, overcome heartbreak, and achieve their best selves in both personal and professional realms.
(847) 474-9369 View (847) 474-9369
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Generations Behavioral Healthcare, PC
MSN, APRN
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602
At Generations Behavioral Healthcare, P.C. (GBH) we are redefining the traditional model of behavioral healthcare practice. We provide cutting-edge concierge behavioral healthcare with an emphasis on personalized, evidence-based care. We provide psychiatric medication management services in-office, at-home, and even through telepsychiatry. Our prices are typically 50-75% cheaper than insurance-based practices. GBH provides compassionate care to all age groups and works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples.
At Generations Behavioral Healthcare, P.C. (GBH) we are redefining the traditional model of behavioral healthcare practice. We provide cutting-edge concierge behavioral healthcare with an emphasis on personalized, evidence-based care. We provide psychiatric medication management services in-office, at-home, and even through telepsychiatry. Our prices are typically 50-75% cheaper than insurance-based practices. GBH provides compassionate care to all age groups and works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples.
(630) 716-9813 View (630) 716-9813
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Ke'ana Lampkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602
The things that we experience and go through in life can create different lens in which we see ourselves. Like a pair of glasses, each one is different and can have a different impact on the story we tell about who we are. Sometimes with the things we experience can create a lens of low sense of self, anxiety, depression, or even trauma responses. It's important to have someone you trust who can aid in walking you through those different experiences to be able to dismantle the thoughts and the emotions, from the experiences to lead you to living a happier and more fulfilling life.
The things that we experience and go through in life can create different lens in which we see ourselves. Like a pair of glasses, each one is different and can have a different impact on the story we tell about who we are. Sometimes with the things we experience can create a lens of low sense of self, anxiety, depression, or even trauma responses. It's important to have someone you trust who can aid in walking you through those different experiences to be able to dismantle the thoughts and the emotions, from the experiences to lead you to living a happier and more fulfilling life.
(872) 274-3322 View (872) 274-3322
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Colleen Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
Are you looking to feel more peace and joy in your life? Would you like to break old patterns, address past hurt, receive needed support in a difficult time, or step into more of what you were created for? Working from a strengths-based perspective I believe a lot of healing can come from discovering the unique strengths, plans, and purposes each of us possesses. Through this lens we can work together to identify areas in need of healing and achieve your unique goals. Whatever you may be going through I believe that there is hope and a way forward.
Are you looking to feel more peace and joy in your life? Would you like to break old patterns, address past hurt, receive needed support in a difficult time, or step into more of what you were created for? Working from a strengths-based perspective I believe a lot of healing can come from discovering the unique strengths, plans, and purposes each of us possesses. Through this lens we can work together to identify areas in need of healing and achieve your unique goals. Whatever you may be going through I believe that there is hope and a way forward.
(773) 974-8108 View (773) 974-8108
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Samiera Caldwell
MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
My approach to counseling has been to build mutual trust with my clients, in order to help them identify their inner strengths, followed by them using those strengths to overcome life’s negative experiences.  I am passionate about working with minority clients because I understand the sensitive and uncomfortable nature that comes with asking for help. I enjoy collaboratively dismantling the expectations and pressures that clients carry to be strong and have it all together.
My approach to counseling has been to build mutual trust with my clients, in order to help them identify their inner strengths, followed by them using those strengths to overcome life’s negative experiences.  I am passionate about working with minority clients because I understand the sensitive and uncomfortable nature that comes with asking for help. I enjoy collaboratively dismantling the expectations and pressures that clients carry to be strong and have it all together.
(847) 232-6806 View (847) 232-6806
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Dr. Christian Gillespie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602  (Online Only)
Maybe you have tried convincing yourself that you don’t really “need” help, but you are tired of feeling drained, unhappy, or frustrated. Perhaps you need emotional relief from trauma, strained relationships… or are simply hoping to regain some balance in your life. If this hits close to home; you do NOT have to keep going through life feeling this way. We're here to help you get your light back, reinvigorating your relationships, and gain a fresh perspective on tackling your problems. If you are willing, let’s start opening the blinds on the dark areas in your life. Together, let’s restore your light and reclaim your power & joy.
Maybe you have tried convincing yourself that you don’t really “need” help, but you are tired of feeling drained, unhappy, or frustrated. Perhaps you need emotional relief from trauma, strained relationships… or are simply hoping to regain some balance in your life. If this hits close to home; you do NOT have to keep going through life feeling this way. We're here to help you get your light back, reinvigorating your relationships, and gain a fresh perspective on tackling your problems. If you are willing, let’s start opening the blinds on the dark areas in your life. Together, let’s restore your light and reclaim your power & joy.
(618) 247-5807 View (618) 247-5807
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Stephanie Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
I have extensive training working with individuals who struggle with a range of anxiety symptoms, and diagnoses especially trauma. In my years of practice, I have noticed that many clients lack trust in themselves and the ability to find a positive sense of self. People just want to understand themselves and become more comfortable with how they handle daily life stressors and others. To achieve this goal individuals need support with recognizing triggers and utilizing appropriate coping skills to reduce the negative responses to those triggers.
I have extensive training working with individuals who struggle with a range of anxiety symptoms, and diagnoses especially trauma. In my years of practice, I have noticed that many clients lack trust in themselves and the ability to find a positive sense of self. People just want to understand themselves and become more comfortable with how they handle daily life stressors and others. To achieve this goal individuals need support with recognizing triggers and utilizing appropriate coping skills to reduce the negative responses to those triggers.
(773) 570-2248 View (773) 570-2248
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Jose Negrete
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602  (Online Only)
I am delighted you found me here on Psychology Today. My ideal client comes from many different walks of life - children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. My ideal client is looking for change and a therapist that is going to "shoot straight" with them and do more than just nod their head in agreement. My ideal client is looking for direction and change in their lives and wants a partner in change. I work with my ideal client on anxiety, major depression, trauma, couples counseling, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), and substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+ issues.
I am delighted you found me here on Psychology Today. My ideal client comes from many different walks of life - children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. My ideal client is looking for change and a therapist that is going to "shoot straight" with them and do more than just nod their head in agreement. My ideal client is looking for direction and change in their lives and wants a partner in change. I work with my ideal client on anxiety, major depression, trauma, couples counseling, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), and substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+ issues.
(312) 376-3499 View (312) 376-3499
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Sabrina Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602  (Online Only)
I believe that dealing with stressful situations can become tough and overwhelming. But, I also believe that you have the ability – with professional guidance – to unlock your own potential and solve the problems that are holding you back from a more fulfilling life. My role is to partner with you in change, create specific and achievable goals, and work together in lock-step to help you reach your full potential. My ideal client has been suffering from anxiety, depression, relationship problems, immigration and acculturation issues, LGBTQIA+, burnout, trauma, and substance abuse and is looking to make a change for the better.
I believe that dealing with stressful situations can become tough and overwhelming. But, I also believe that you have the ability – with professional guidance – to unlock your own potential and solve the problems that are holding you back from a more fulfilling life. My role is to partner with you in change, create specific and achievable goals, and work together in lock-step to help you reach your full potential. My ideal client has been suffering from anxiety, depression, relationship problems, immigration and acculturation issues, LGBTQIA+, burnout, trauma, and substance abuse and is looking to make a change for the better.
(708) 938-3148 View (708) 938-3148
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Gail Petrich
Psychologist, MA, JD, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As an attorney and psychologist, I am especially equipped to work with those who experience stress in issues related to the law: divorce, mediation, parent coordination, supervised visitation, co-parenting, stepfamilies, child abuse issues, adolescents in criminal crisis, etc. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them develop their potential for making better relational and individual choices. My goal is to provide careful assessment, support, and high quality therapy as clients seek to understand and manage their lives.
As an attorney and psychologist, I am especially equipped to work with those who experience stress in issues related to the law: divorce, mediation, parent coordination, supervised visitation, co-parenting, stepfamilies, child abuse issues, adolescents in criminal crisis, etc. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them develop their potential for making better relational and individual choices. My goal is to provide careful assessment, support, and high quality therapy as clients seek to understand and manage their lives.
(708) 695-8866 View (708) 695-8866
Christian Therapists

Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?

Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.

Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?

Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.

How do I recognize an effective Christian therapist?

Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.

Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?

While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.

Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?

The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.