Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Irving Park, Chicago, IL
Evelyn Brewton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60641
Evelyn uses Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytical, Developmental Psychology, CBT, Child-Parent Psychotherapy.
Evelyn uses Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytical, Developmental Psychology, CBT, Child-Parent Psychotherapy.
Jonah Czerwinskyj
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60641
Jonah’s approach to therapy is founded on the principle of self-compassion. He firmly believes that building a foundation of self-love and understanding is the first step toward healing and growth. Jonah uses humanistic, cognitive behavioral, and dialectical behavioral therapies to help individuals in fostering self-acceptance, developing coping skills, and building resilience. Jonah helps people to identify their unique strengths to address the ongoing challenges they face.
Jonah’s approach to therapy is founded on the principle of self-compassion. He firmly believes that building a foundation of self-love and understanding is the first step toward healing and growth. Jonah uses humanistic, cognitive behavioral, and dialectical behavioral therapies to help individuals in fostering self-acceptance, developing coping skills, and building resilience. Jonah helps people to identify their unique strengths to address the ongoing challenges they face.
Jessica Love Burnside
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618
Drawing from my training in EFT, TF-CBT, and IFS I offer a diverse range of techniques that are tailored to you.
All my clients are on a journey towards wellness and healing, wherever they may be. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who have encountered various situations ranging from surviving family and community trauma, domestic violence, housing insecurity, and discrimination to experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions, parenting special needs, and terminally ill children. I take pleasure in assisting individuals and couples with their relationships and navigating the intricate complexities involved.
Drawing from my training in EFT, TF-CBT, and IFS I offer a diverse range of techniques that are tailored to you.
All my clients are on a journey towards wellness and healing, wherever they may be. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who have encountered various situations ranging from surviving family and community trauma, domestic violence, housing insecurity, and discrimination to experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions, parenting special needs, and terminally ill children. I take pleasure in assisting individuals and couples with their relationships and navigating the intricate complexities involved.
Ciera Shimkus
Counselor, MA, LCPC, REAT, RYT-200
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60641
We will often use Expressive Arts Therapy, mindfulness, and CBT in our colaboration.
As a biracial human, I understand the juggling process between developing identity while also finding a sense of belonging within communities. Doing this on top of just simply learning how to be an adult and manage emotions can be a difficult juggling process! I prioritize the awareness of various factors like multiculturalism, oppression, trauma, and neurodiversity when working on deepening your understanding of yourself and reintegrating the connection between your mind, body, and spirit. Due to these factors, I bring my genuine personality to help build trust in the therapeutic relationship.
We will often use Expressive Arts Therapy, mindfulness, and CBT in our colaboration.
As a biracial human, I understand the juggling process between developing identity while also finding a sense of belonging within communities. Doing this on top of just simply learning how to be an adult and manage emotions can be a difficult juggling process! I prioritize the awareness of various factors like multiculturalism, oppression, trauma, and neurodiversity when working on deepening your understanding of yourself and reintegrating the connection between your mind, body, and spirit. Due to these factors, I bring my genuine personality to help build trust in the therapeutic relationship.
Nancy Little
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60641 (Online Only)
I use a variety of techniques such as motivational interviewing, DBT and CBT to find your strengths and change perceptions of yourself, others and the world around you.
There are many reasons why people seek therapy. You may be working through problems at home or at work. Grappling with feelings of anxiety, anger, or depression. Or maybe searching for purpose in your life. You may be frustrated with relationships with friends, family, or chosen family. You may be thinking, "this is not how I imagined my life would be". As a therapist with over 30 years of experience, I believe the answers to changing your life are within you—and that you can find them through a safe therapeutic relationship.
I use a variety of techniques such as motivational interviewing, DBT and CBT to find your strengths and change perceptions of yourself, others and the world around you.
There are many reasons why people seek therapy. You may be working through problems at home or at work. Grappling with feelings of anxiety, anger, or depression. Or maybe searching for purpose in your life. You may be frustrated with relationships with friends, family, or chosen family. You may be thinking, "this is not how I imagined my life would be". As a therapist with over 30 years of experience, I believe the answers to changing your life are within you—and that you can find them through a safe therapeutic relationship.
Angie Mapura
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618
I employ a client-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy, gravitating towards family systems, attachment-based, and cognitive-behavioral interventions.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) marriage and family therapist who is passionate about empowering couples and individuals to improve their relationships, strengthen their boundaries, embrace vulnerability, and most importantly - address and heal from trauma. I believe in the importance of helping clients identify and understand the root cause of their issues to facilitate long-term healing.
I employ a client-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy, gravitating towards family systems, attachment-based, and cognitive-behavioral interventions.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) marriage and family therapist who is passionate about empowering couples and individuals to improve their relationships, strengthen their boundaries, embrace vulnerability, and most importantly - address and heal from trauma. I believe in the importance of helping clients identify and understand the root cause of their issues to facilitate long-term healing.
Hillary Wildt
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618
I integrate family-systems & empowerment-based models with CBT & Psychodynamic theory.
In my work, I focus on equipping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with the insight, knowledge, tools, and skills to live healthy and balanced lives. Often, my clients already have the personal strengths and relationship skills that they will need to live a healthier life, and my work involves simply helping them uncover and utilize these strengths. I aim to empower clients to advocate for themselves within the contexts in which they live. I strive to provide therapy that is culturally and contextually informed and that integrates psychological research and theory to provide the best and most appropriate care.
I integrate family-systems & empowerment-based models with CBT & Psychodynamic theory.
In my work, I focus on equipping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with the insight, knowledge, tools, and skills to live healthy and balanced lives. Often, my clients already have the personal strengths and relationship skills that they will need to live a healthier life, and my work involves simply helping them uncover and utilize these strengths. I aim to empower clients to advocate for themselves within the contexts in which they live. I strive to provide therapy that is culturally and contextually informed and that integrates psychological research and theory to provide the best and most appropriate care.
Leslie Pietruszka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60630
I generally offer supportive talk therapy, CBT or EMDR in my practice.
I'm glad you are here! I look forward to learning about your story and the strengths and supports that have helped you in the past. I value a strong therapist-client relationship, and I believe that together we can set meaningful and attainable goals to foster more peace and functioning in your daily life. I teach mindfulness and generally use a trauma-informed lens to guide our work together.
I generally offer supportive talk therapy, CBT or EMDR in my practice.
I'm glad you are here! I look forward to learning about your story and the strengths and supports that have helped you in the past. I value a strong therapist-client relationship, and I believe that together we can set meaningful and attainable goals to foster more peace and functioning in your daily life. I teach mindfulness and generally use a trauma-informed lens to guide our work together.
Michele Tantillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60641
I tend to utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to create the best treatment plan for my clients.
Welcome! My name is Michele and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 26 years of experience. My primary focus is working with individuals in areas such as coping skills, relationship issues, anxiety, grief, and family conflict, amongst others.
I tend to utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to create the best treatment plan for my clients.
Welcome! My name is Michele and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 26 years of experience. My primary focus is working with individuals in areas such as coping skills, relationship issues, anxiety, grief, and family conflict, amongst others.
Stacey Monroe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60641
Hi there, I'm Stacey Monroe, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of clinical experience. Over the years, I've worked with diverse populations in multiple settings, including medical social work, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), community mental health, homeless services, and private practice. As a unique individual, you deserve an approach that is tailored to your needs. While I take an eclectic approach to therapy, I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you develop tools for success.
Hi there, I'm Stacey Monroe, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of clinical experience. Over the years, I've worked with diverse populations in multiple settings, including medical social work, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), community mental health, homeless services, and private practice. As a unique individual, you deserve an approach that is tailored to your needs. While I take an eclectic approach to therapy, I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you develop tools for success.
Debbi Little
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60641
Although Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the modality I use most frequently, I also believe everyone is unique and, therefore, will work best with an intervention tailored specifically to them.
Hi, I'm Debbi! My name is Debbi Little, and I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist (LCSW) serving clients via telehealth in the state of Illinois. I have 20+ years of experience working with a diverse population and specializing in the effects of trauma, anxiety, and depression, along with adjusting to major life events and stressors. I utilize mostly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tailored to each individual to assist them in reaching their therapeutic goals.
Although Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the modality I use most frequently, I also believe everyone is unique and, therefore, will work best with an intervention tailored specifically to them.
Hi, I'm Debbi! My name is Debbi Little, and I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist (LCSW) serving clients via telehealth in the state of Illinois. I have 20+ years of experience working with a diverse population and specializing in the effects of trauma, anxiety, and depression, along with adjusting to major life events and stressors. I utilize mostly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tailored to each individual to assist them in reaching their therapeutic goals.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, Steffanie Meyer, LPC, MA, CCTP
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618 (Online Only)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), along with other evidence-based therapies that will help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and create good fortune in your life.
There are moments in our lives that makes us feel lost, exhausted, and worried. At times, our thoughts can get out of control and it becomes difficult to get our mind out of the quicksand. Whenever we find ourselves sinking and doing everything in our power to fight from giving up, it takes us away from recognizing, appreciating and enjoying the good parts of life. Truth is, you deserve to suffer less and smile more! You can count on me to support and uplift you from whatever is weighing you down. As your therapist, I will always have your back and guide you every step of the way towards a better future.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), along with other evidence-based therapies that will help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and create good fortune in your life.
There are moments in our lives that makes us feel lost, exhausted, and worried. At times, our thoughts can get out of control and it becomes difficult to get our mind out of the quicksand. Whenever we find ourselves sinking and doing everything in our power to fight from giving up, it takes us away from recognizing, appreciating and enjoying the good parts of life. Truth is, you deserve to suffer less and smile more! You can count on me to support and uplift you from whatever is weighing you down. As your therapist, I will always have your back and guide you every step of the way towards a better future.
Aillen Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60641
My approach is very person-centered, and I find that a variety of skills from CBT, DBT, SFBT, etc.
My name is Aillen (Lynn) Ford. I am a licensed clinical social worker who utilizes a variety of evidence-based strategies to provide you with the tools you require to address your treatment goals. I have over a decade of experience working with people of all ages. My focus has recently been on 18-65 years old with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, ADHD, and communication issues in regard to relationships and parenting. My focus has recently been on 18-65 years old with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, ADHD, and communication issues in regard to relationships and parenting.
My approach is very person-centered, and I find that a variety of skills from CBT, DBT, SFBT, etc.
My name is Aillen (Lynn) Ford. I am a licensed clinical social worker who utilizes a variety of evidence-based strategies to provide you with the tools you require to address your treatment goals. I have over a decade of experience working with people of all ages. My focus has recently been on 18-65 years old with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, ADHD, and communication issues in regard to relationships and parenting. My focus has recently been on 18-65 years old with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, ADHD, and communication issues in regard to relationships and parenting.
Elle Kirby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60641
I combine mindfulness techniques with different evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, to help foster overall wellness.
My name is Elle Kirby, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the Chicago area. I am passionate about working with adults and adolescents to help reduce stress, gain resilience, and improve quality of life in a holistic manner. I am also a certified yoga teacher and specialize in managing the mind-body connection. We start where you are! Therapy can be an intimidating process to begin; I strive to create an open, warm, and inviting space to help strengthen the therapeutic relationship. With time, we can shift to a solution-based focus on goals.
I combine mindfulness techniques with different evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, to help foster overall wellness.
My name is Elle Kirby, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the Chicago area. I am passionate about working with adults and adolescents to help reduce stress, gain resilience, and improve quality of life in a holistic manner. I am also a certified yoga teacher and specialize in managing the mind-body connection. We start where you are! Therapy can be an intimidating process to begin; I strive to create an open, warm, and inviting space to help strengthen the therapeutic relationship. With time, we can shift to a solution-based focus on goals.
Sushma Cheturvedula
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618 (Online Only)
I also draw inspiration from Gestalt methods, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and other forms of trauma support I learned from working with people of all ages.
In moments we feel inadequate, uncertain, or even confused, we often look for a helping hand. As a therapist, I perfectly understand that we all need a little extra support at some point in our lives. Together, we will work out solutions that could help you grow as an individual. Working with me can help improve your emotional well-being, make peace with your past, and live the life you’ve always wanted. Our minds can get overwhelmed sometimes, but I will help you unravel what’s causing you stress. Whether it is anxiety, grief, abuse, or even a tough breakup – there will be no judgment from me. Help is just a phone call away.
I also draw inspiration from Gestalt methods, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and other forms of trauma support I learned from working with people of all ages.
In moments we feel inadequate, uncertain, or even confused, we often look for a helping hand. As a therapist, I perfectly understand that we all need a little extra support at some point in our lives. Together, we will work out solutions that could help you grow as an individual. Working with me can help improve your emotional well-being, make peace with your past, and live the life you’ve always wanted. Our minds can get overwhelmed sometimes, but I will help you unravel what’s causing you stress. Whether it is anxiety, grief, abuse, or even a tough breakup – there will be no judgment from me. Help is just a phone call away.
Terry Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618 (Online Only)
Cognitive Behavioral, Cognitive Processing, Family/Martial and Trauma Focused psychotherapies, all of which are proven treatments, allow me to provide realistic expectations of improvement.
I understand that change can be overwhelming and challenging at times, and it can be hard to know where to begin. If you are ready to make a change and learn new skills, I will be right here by your side, cheering you on. You can count on me to provide unwavering support and guidance throughout your journey. Let's work together to understand your needs and create a meaningful plan that can make a real difference in your life.
Cognitive Behavioral, Cognitive Processing, Family/Martial and Trauma Focused psychotherapies, all of which are proven treatments, allow me to provide realistic expectations of improvement.
I understand that change can be overwhelming and challenging at times, and it can be hard to know where to begin. If you are ready to make a change and learn new skills, I will be right here by your side, cheering you on. You can count on me to provide unwavering support and guidance throughout your journey. Let's work together to understand your needs and create a meaningful plan that can make a real difference in your life.
Curt Kearney
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618
I am also trained in and draw on CBT, relational psychoanalytic approaches, meditation perspectives, Jungian psychology, Schema Therapy, and other good stuff.
I mostly work in an Internal Family Systems (IFS), relational way. To me that means working in therapy towards having good enough internal harmony. Life is hard and life is amazing. Because life can be hard, we often have to get into intense, protective relationships with ourselves. Then parts of us can be pushed into the shadows. So we can wind up feeling "out of whack" and living our daily lives can be harder. Therapy can help us work with our multifaceted psychology so that we then have greater internal friendship and harmony. That can then translate into our relationships, our work, and our lives in the world.
I am also trained in and draw on CBT, relational psychoanalytic approaches, meditation perspectives, Jungian psychology, Schema Therapy, and other good stuff.
I mostly work in an Internal Family Systems (IFS), relational way. To me that means working in therapy towards having good enough internal harmony. Life is hard and life is amazing. Because life can be hard, we often have to get into intense, protective relationships with ourselves. Then parts of us can be pushed into the shadows. So we can wind up feeling "out of whack" and living our daily lives can be harder. Therapy can help us work with our multifaceted psychology so that we then have greater internal friendship and harmony. That can then translate into our relationships, our work, and our lives in the world.
Sushma Cheturvedula
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618 (Online Only)
I offer an approach influenced by person-centered, conversational style, drawing upon gestalt, CBT, mindfulness, and childhood trauma work.
There comes a time in each of our lives where we feel inadequate, anxious, depressed, heartbroken, lonely, confused, and in need of a helping hand. If your ultimate goal is to strengthen your emotional wellbeing, find peace with your past, and live the life you always wanted, you have found the right Therapist. Whatever is overwhelming you today, whether it’s a tough breakup, grief, abuse, work related stress, relationship issues, past trauma, or simply finding the motivation to get out of bed and have a productive day, help is a phone call away. My role is to listen, empower growth, and help you become the best version of yourself.
I offer an approach influenced by person-centered, conversational style, drawing upon gestalt, CBT, mindfulness, and childhood trauma work.
There comes a time in each of our lives where we feel inadequate, anxious, depressed, heartbroken, lonely, confused, and in need of a helping hand. If your ultimate goal is to strengthen your emotional wellbeing, find peace with your past, and live the life you always wanted, you have found the right Therapist. Whatever is overwhelming you today, whether it’s a tough breakup, grief, abuse, work related stress, relationship issues, past trauma, or simply finding the motivation to get out of bed and have a productive day, help is a phone call away. My role is to listen, empower growth, and help you become the best version of yourself.
Alison Kramme
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618
Some orientations used are: Gottman Method, Imago therapy, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral, & Client Centered.
Looking for relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety or low self esteem? Perhaps you are struggling in your current relationship to feel heard, to increase intimacy or to quit arguing? Through our work together I will help you find positive alternatives to negative thoughts, beliefs, feelings and behaviors that are keeping you from fully understanding and accepting yourself and connecting with others. Together we will establish realistic goals, monitor growth and change and celebrate rewards, while learning to accept the things that can't be changed. Clients see me as non-judgmental, empowering, and active in their quest for healing.
Some orientations used are: Gottman Method, Imago therapy, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral, & Client Centered.
Looking for relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety or low self esteem? Perhaps you are struggling in your current relationship to feel heard, to increase intimacy or to quit arguing? Through our work together I will help you find positive alternatives to negative thoughts, beliefs, feelings and behaviors that are keeping you from fully understanding and accepting yourself and connecting with others. Together we will establish realistic goals, monitor growth and change and celebrate rewards, while learning to accept the things that can't be changed. Clients see me as non-judgmental, empowering, and active in their quest for healing.
Christy Thielen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618 (Online Only)
I use CBT strategies, with a focus on mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to emphasize cultivating gratitude, building social connections, and maintaining balance in your life roles.
Struggling to take care of yourself while looking out for others? It can be overwhelming to show yourself that same compassion. Let me help you create the balance you need to keep doing what is important.
I use CBT strategies, with a focus on mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to emphasize cultivating gratitude, building social connections, and maintaining balance in your life roles.
Struggling to take care of yourself while looking out for others? It can be overwhelming to show yourself that same compassion. Let me help you create the balance you need to keep doing what is important.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.