Female Therapists in Chicago, IL

The weight of the world and our own pain or fear often feels so enormously heavy to carry alone; each of us needs a place to lay down these stressors and talk through the challenges we are carrying that feels caring, safe, and non-judgmental. As a therapist, it is my aim to have therapy serve as one of these soft landing places as you navigate the difficulties you are enduring. As you seek healing and clarity in your life, I will always offer a warm and empathetic environment for you to gain comfort and confidence in exploring who you are, what you want, and how past experiences or current circumstances currently impact your life.

As a therapist, I am dedicated to creating a safe and calming space for people to explore their needs on a journey to healing and wellness. I have a relational style of therapy that looks to your goals, experiences and strengths in order to meet your unique needs. I work individually with adults and couples who are struggling with loss, anxiety, depression, life transitions and trauma. I will meet you where you are with empathy and intuition. I have experience working with clients across gender, ethnic, generational and religious differences and incorporate spirituality into the therapeutic process when desired by clients.

Are you struggling with emotions, relationships, behaviors, or life circumstances that are interfering with living the life you dream of, or once had? For over 20 years, I have compassionately and effectively helped individuals and couples alleviate distress and increase self-understanding and life satisfaction. Your therapy will be tailored specifically for you as we collaborate to understand your concerns and strengths as well as plan for improving your life and relationships. My work with you will be respectful, empathic, and interactive.

In my therapy practice, I believe in an individualized treatment approach, realizing that all clients have varying needs and perspectives. These differences are always respected and acknowledged and as a result, my treatment focus is adaptive, utilizing various treatment models customized according to the individual qualities, needs and goals of each client. I maintain a strengths-based perspective on treatment and believe that every client has the potential to experience greater self-awareness, emotional healing and growth, and personal achievement.

I am a highly trained licensed clinical social worker with 15+ years of psychotherapeutic experience. Mine is a tailored, eclectic approach, utilizing techniques from psychodynamic and strength-based psychotherapy. My style is flexible so that I might better suit the individualized needs of families, parents, couples, and individuals seeking my help.

If you are here, I imagine you may be feeling overwhelmed or unsure of what you are doing. Whether you've been in therapy before or this is your first time, I'm here to assure you that you are in the right place. Uncertainty can often manifest into various areas of our lives, leading to moments of anxiety, depression, difficulties with self esteem, relationships and addiction. Often we are simply standing in our own way, unaware of the control we have. In establishing a safe, empathetic and supportive environment, I am committed to helping you become aware of your power to create change for yourself, even in moments of uncertainty.

Are you or your child experiencing sadness or irritability or struggling with worry or excessive anxiety? Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed due to unexpected hardships, adjustments, or life transitions in relationships, school or work? What happens in this moment can change your experience and be the positive support you are seeking! I approach my work with genuine compassion, warmth, nurturance, and balanced, gentle laughter to help you and your family feel at ease. I believe that feeling safe and understood in the therapeutic relationship is integral for healing and I would be honored to be part of your journey.

Hannah is a fourth-year doctoral student in clinical psychology at Adler University. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in psychology, neuroscience, and political science from Hiram College in 2020. Prior to Allow Wellness, she provided therapeutic services at a private practice where she worked with families and individuals on issues related to aging, parental loss/grief, chronic pain, school and workplace accommodations, and accessing gender affirming medical care. She also conducted psychological assessments and facilitated group therapy at an inpatient psychiatric hospital with primarily adolescents and adults.

Are you done with feeling uncomfortable in your body? Are you exhausted from trying to battle the constant negative thoughts about yourself? You may even start to notice that these feelings and thoughts are getting in the way of you being able to enjoy your life. And so you try and reach out for support to family and friends. It helps to feel heard and yet you still aren't able to shake this self-doubt and sense that you just aren't good enough. You want to feel secure and confident, but trying to get there on your own just isn't working. It's become too tiring and confusing to feel better all on your own.

Do you use drugs or alcohol to ‘unwind’ and cope with the stress of life? Are you sober, curious, or want to cut back on your use? Are you looking to make a change? Do you feel you’re not your best self and want to work towards a healthier you? Are you ready to confront unhealthy patterns of behavior in your life? If you answer yes to one or more of these questions, I may be your therapist.

I specialize in working with sexual desire discrepancy and intimacy. Sexual desire discrepancy is when one person in a relationship wants sex more or differently than their partner(s). It is very common and occurs in otherwise happy and healthy relationships. Although common, desire discrepancy can lead to severe relational discord. Through a combination of psychosexual education, deep couple's work, and a compilation of the leading sexual desire discrepancy theories, I have designed a way of addressing desire discrepancy that offers you and your partner(s) a new way to be sexual together. It is not easy work, but it is rewarding.

I am a solution-focused therapist with a collaborative, non-judgemental, and client centered approach to treatment. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their challenges and make progress towards creating healthy and satisfying lives. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other empirically validated treatments such as prolonged exposure (PE) and ERP. I have experience working with diverse populations in a variety of settings providing treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, panic disorder, and social anxiety.

I feel every person deserves to have a space where they feel heard and supported. Therapy should be a space where you feel safe to explore, laugh, cry, and reach those goals you have been thinking about. I will work to provide a space that you can feel safe and together we can accomplish this goal. I believe therapy is about exploration and understanding. Sometimes we go through life not feeling connected to ourselves, those around us, or activities that once made us happy. We can use this space to discover how to bring fulfillment back into your life, as it is possible!

My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space where clients who have been traumatized and marginalized are allowed to share their stories and feelings. My therapy office is a judgment free zone where you will receive validation, support, and practical ways to manage difficult thoughts and experiences. I have had success counseling survivors of complex trauma, girls and women of all ages, and those that have felt marginalized and invalidated by their experience in the world. I am real and love to use humor in session when appropriate!

I am professionally curious and goofy by nature, and I have been told that humor is one of the medicines that I bring into the clinical space. I have been a practicing holistic trauma therapist for the last 10 years and my approach is person-centered and relational. I work with folks who may be feeling sad, stuck, or overwhelmed in their current lives and are ready to explore change.

I work with adults of all ages, adolescents, and couples. My clinical experience includes working with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, life transitions, trauma, relationship concerns, and identity development. I’m especially interested in and passionate about helping my clients navigate the impact trauma can have on various facets of their life. Understanding these influences can help with developing awareness and skills to integrate our past, present and hopes for our future in an intentional and empowering way. I also enjoy working with couples to achieve better communication and connection.

My therapeutic approach is client-centered, strengths-based, creative and collaborative, one in which I often incorporate meditation and somatic work, informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) theory. I seek to create a therapeutic environment where you will feel heard, validated and understood. We live in a society where we often feel we should weather stress alone but sometimes having someone truly hear you and see you makes all the difference.

Taking the first step towards change can feel overwhelming and I recognize the courage it takes to start the journey towards healing. I believe the therapeutic relationship with my clients has an impact on facilitating growth so I strive to create a supportive environment that assists them in navigating decisions that can keep them feeling stuck. I listen intently and seek to understand my clients so they feel cared for. My strength based approach allows me to highlight the sense of resilience that each client brings and I collaborate with clients to set goals and solve problems that lead to a healthier life.

Maybe you’re coming to therapy as a first-timer and you’re scared of being known by someone else. Maybe you’re a seasoned client and you’re looking to dig deeper into your feelings and struggles. You could be challenged with taking care of yourself. Perhaps you’re sad and you can’t figure out why. You might have a difficult relationship with food and your body. You may want help conquering one specific hurdle, or maybe you’re not sure yet where you want to go in therapy. Whatever you bring to our session, you’ll be greeted with warmth and understanding.