Family Therapy in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL

I provide psychotherapy to adolescents, young adults, and families. I offer a nurturing, nonjudgmental, inviting and warm space to my practice, utilizing evidence-based interventions to help you overcome any obstacles you may be facing. I have worked with a variety of therapeutic approaches in my practice, including psychodynamic frameworks, behavioral therapy (CBT, DBT), mindfulness, creative expression, family systems, and trauma-informed care.

Hello! I am an LCSW, Certified Addiction Specialist, and registered psychotherapist living and practicing in Chicago, Illinois as well providing teletherapy services in Colorado. My areas of expertise include helping clients with depression, anxiety, addiction, and school related issues and have experience in working 1:1, with groups, and within family systems. If you think we might be a good fit for therapy or have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out, looking forward to hearing from you!

Christopher Allen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2020. Christopher completed his undergraduate degree in Psychology at Purdue University and his Master's degree from the Indiana University School of Social Work at IUPUI. He has experience working with a variety of populations including individuals spanning from teens to geriatric patients, substance use disorders, college students, couples, and older adults. Christopher has worked in a variety of environments including private practice, inpatient, outpatient clinic, schools, and community-based treatments.

I am a therapist dedicated to seeing my clients flourish through their journey of self-discovery. I believe that each person thrives when they feel seen, heard, and has a strong sense of self and belonging. I enjoy working with people of all age groups and backgrounds. In my work as Lead Middle School Social Worker, I worked hard to foster a sense of worth and meaning in young adults at a pivotal age. My specialties include anxiety, depression, family relationships, parent support, self-esteem, and managing crises. I always strive to see things through the lens of my clients and help you build the skills necessary to grow.

I have experience working both with clients of all ages. While I am happy to work with everyone, I am passionate about helping children, teens and young adults through the joys and challenges that those years bring. I incorporate empathy, humor, authenticity and respect into my work in order to build a warm, caring environment for my clients. I have clinical experience working with and treating anxiety, depression, the stress that comes from having ADHD, low self-esteem, body image issues, family challenges, relational issues, grief and loss, trauma and life transitions of all kinds.

I’m here to assist you on your path to change and making a better life for yourself. Whatever the reason you are seeking counseling at this time, there is hope, there is healing and you are not alone in this fight. My goal as a therapist is to provide you a safe, empathetic space so that you can feel seen, heard, and empowered to make the changes you seek in your life. I work with individuals and couples utilizing a mix of therapeutic approaches, primarily Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing and Mindful Self Compassion.

Are you searching for a more meaningful life with purpose, love, and acceptance? Most of us experience events that become roadblocks to having a fulfilled life. My clients find relief, growth, and healing when we work together with tenderness and courage to better understand and move through those roadblocks. I am here to help you discover your voice, feel connected, heard, seen, and understood. "Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom"- Victor Frankl

I am a Certified Daring Way Facilitator, skilled in delivering the curriculum of Brené Brown around building shame resilience and wholehearted living. My areas of expertise include counseling adults experiencing challenging life transitions--relationships, identity, employment, and geographic-- and the changes in mood that may occur. I have a particular interest in working with young adults experiencing a quarter-life crisis. I work with people suffering from depression, anxiety, or relationship issues-dating, marriage, friendships, or family. I create a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space where you have the opportunity to explore your feelings and share your unique story.

Starting therapy can be intimidating, and for many people, reaching out is the hardest part. I help people who are struggling with their emotions and who feel overwhelmed by their daily lives, work, and routines. I help people who are feeling dissatisfied with their relationships with their friends, partners, and family members. I also help people who want to deepen their understanding of and heal past experiences or traumatic events. My objective is to provide an honest, supportive space for you to process your emotions and to help you develop the skills and tools you need to overcome the challenges you are facing.

I have been providing mental and behavioral support to children, adolescents, and adults for over 20 years. I enjoy helping couples (particularly neurodiverse), find common ground and connection. I have extensive experience working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I also work with folks living with Schizophrenia, Bipolar, and Personality Disorders. I enjoy using play therapy with children to build strength through their understanding of the world. My work with different client needs and strengths keeps me excited, engaged, and active in each journey toward stability and wellness.

Seeking help can be frightening and takes courage. I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment by using empathy, authenticity, and humor. Taking the time to build a genuine connection is important. I believe in working collaboratively and finding the style of therapy that works best for your individual needs. I can support you through your therapeutic journey by exploring challenging topics and introducing tools that can be used to manage those challenges. My ideal client is experiencing relationship issues, anxiety, depression or difficult life transitions and needs a warm, skills-based therapist to help them feel better.

I am a therapist in private practice with a caseload consisting of adults, adolescents, and varied family and relationship groupings. My approach is client centered and collaborative, tailoring each therapy to the individual or family culture. I am most interested in helping people improve their lives and harnessing their own strengths and resources. My techniques emphasize cultural competency and are informed by many theoretical foundations including psychodynamic theory, family systems theory, and cognitive-behavioral theory. My practice is currently only virtual due to the pandemic.

Self growth and seeking support is not always an easy thing to do. My commitment to you is that I will do my best to create a safe space to explore barriers and patterns in order to utilize your strengths and build a more fulfilling life. Whether you are experiencing a tough life transition, navigating relationships and identities or having difficulty managing emotional stressors, I will do my best to be a source of assistance.

You are ready to make a change. You may be saying to yourself, “I don't know ‘what's wrong,’ I just know that I don't feel right,” or you may be having relationship distress and don't know what to do next. I believe that our behaviors are rooted in self-protection and that there are valid reasons that we react the way we do. Let's explore! This is your journey, and I am there to support you. Through collaborative work, we'll create the path to positive change. My work is enhanced by my years as an artist, small business owner, parent, and community member.

As of August 2021, Terry Hefter Associates, L.L.C. is delighted to join CFC Therapy and their family of psychotherapists. Together, we bring more than four decades of experience helping clients transform relationships, tackle roadblocks, and achieve their fullest potential. We look forward to empowering you as we embark on this exciting partnership! At THA Therapy Group, we believe in possibilities—and we empower you to realize yours. Working with our team of experienced therapists, you’ll gain the strength to navigate life’s challenges, confront what’s holding you back, and achieve your fullest potential.

It's my belief to "Keep life simple." Life is stressful enough. Balancing work, family, social life, friends, and relationships can be overwhelming at times. I practice from a harm reduction holistic theoretical orientation. It combines person-centered (respect for autonomy) with CBT/systemic therapy (a critical look at culture and attachments). By identifying wants and needs, I can assist clients with locating triggers and establishing healthy coping skills to alleviate any mental, emotional, or physical stress. I work particularly with parents and clients dealing with ADHD,career choices, pregnancy, self-esteem and accountability.

Feeling stuck and at a loss at how to move forward? Overwhelmed by the demands and pressures of daily life? Dragged down by uncertainty following a major transition or change? Life's twists and turns can be tough to navigate alone, and it takes immense courage to acknowledge when you're feeling stuck. With unconditional acceptance, my goal is to support and guide you in an exploration of your inner strengths to develop coping strategies and identify what is truly meaningful to you.

I believe that just because we can navigate life’s challenges alone, doesn’t mean we should have to. It takes strength and courage to seek support, and in my style of genuine and empathic connection, I actively engage individuals in an insight-oriented therapeutic experience. Together we will build tools to navigate daily challenges, as well as draw connections to past experiences and how they impact your present. My goal is to help you access and trust your internal compass, strengthen resiliency, and find growth and fulfillment.

I assist adults, adolescents, families and couples to reach emotional, mental health, relationship and achievement goals. The process is a collaboration between client and therapist. At the first meeting we explore the nature and history of issues and previous attempts to address them. We work together to understand the reasons for difficulties. We then develop an approach for change that includes plans for follow-through. The aim is a better quality of life.