Therapists in Arlington Heights, IL

I believe everyone has the potential for growth and development, but it is not easy! People face trauma, anxiety, depression, family issues, and other issues that are difficult to handle on their own. It can also be difficult to reach out to others and/or professionals to seek support. This is why I am here for you! I am an approachable, genuine, and warm clinician to make the transition to therapy and the therapy process as easy as possible. I provide children, teens, young adults, and adults a positive, safe and comfortable environment. I provide as much care, support and healing to reach and maintain my clients’ needs.

Are you feeling unbalanced? Being here is the first step to start your journey to find balance through a non judgmental therapeutic relationship that offers empathy, validation, support, psychoeducation and even a challenge if you are up to that. We will explore together solutions for change and growth through learning tools to help recognize situations out of your control. I am committed to fostering a safe and motivating environment for you to grow.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over fifteen years experience working with children and adolescents (6-18), young adults, and families struggling with a variety of emotional and behavioral issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger, stress, self-esteem, school struggles, trauma, grief, and family conflict. I enjoy partnering with parents and families to provide the tools and support to improve parent-child interactions and communication as well as strengthen family relationships. I am committed to helping young people understand why they are struggling and learn how to express themselves more effectively.

Sometimes it is hard to ask for help. During our lives, we all reach the point where the stress becomes too much. One way to address that is by finding a supportive person to help. I aim to be that supportive person for you. I have been working with children ranging from 7-17, parents, adults, and families since 2007. I have taken time to raise my own children. I recognize the stress of balancing family, work, and personal lives. It is my goal to help you develop your strengths and coping skills to navigate life when it feels like too much. I have experience in helping families navigate difficult parent/child interactions.

Chelsea has experience working with a diverse population of individuals. She has spent many years working with adolescents and families, and her areas of focus include: perinatal (pregnancy-postpartum), trauma, problem sexual behavior in youth, delinquent/high-risk behavior in youth, anger, anxiety, depression, parenting, self-esteem, gender and sexual identity, relational/family problems, and communication. Chelsea specializes in supporting individuals navigating transitional phases of life and promoting self-discovery. Chelsea recognizes the impact trauma has on an individual and relies on trauma informed approaches.

Life can be challenging. Everyone wants to be heard, and it is important to have an outlet. It can be hard to reach out when in need of support, and it can be even harder to find the right therapist for you. When first meeting with a client I focus on building a therapeutic alliance. I want to know your interests and what's important to you. I understand that in order for someone to make change support and care need to be built through trust. Trust doesn't come easy, but with patience, it can be built. I aim to develop a strong bond with each of my clients. You are not alone, we will walk together on your healing journey.

Do you feel overwhelmed, weighed down and stuck in place at times, like you know what you should do, but don’t have the motivation to make it happen? This is the effect ADHD, depression, anxiety and trauma can have on people, and you’re not alone. As your therapist, my goal is to make you feel heard and understood. Together, we will address your concerns by understanding how your thoughts, emotions, and physical health effect one another. We will seek to understand the underlying source of your symptoms and discover coping mechanisms that work for you through exploring your strengths, interests and support systems.

Life is stressful, but you don't need to navigate that stress alone. I work with women, college or graduate students, and young adults who are navigating life transitions including those related to career, parenting, relationships, medical or health challenges, school, aging family, or adjusting to the United States after moving from another country. I help my clients learn and implement skills to cope with the anxiety, sadness, loneliness, or other difficulties that often come during transitions and to feel confident in themselves and in moving forward in their lives. I provide all therapy virtually through telehealth.

Ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or just unsure what to do next? I have focused my practice on helping people identify what they want out of life and figure out what steps are needed to get there. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. My approach to therapy involves creating a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their feelings. I strive to create a supportive environment in which positive changes can take place. I work with mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, as well as relationship issues, identity formation, and life transitions.

I support children, teens, adults, couples, and families on their journey through a holistic lens, while looking at the “whole person".  I am passionate about supporting those struggling with anxiety, anxiety related disorders (social anxiety, panic disorder, phobias), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, self-esteem, body image, body dysmorphic disorder, body-focused repetitive behaviors, life transitions (school, motherhood, friendship, family, marriage, divorce, career, etc), relational difficulties, stress management, communication skills, chronic illness, and trauma.

I specialize in treating men/women from dysfunctional families who have anxiety/depression as a result of their upbringing. Treatment interests include Adult Children of Alcoholics, family dysfunction, anxiety disorders, depression, trauma. I utilize a direct interactive style contingent on the clients' needs. I help clients understand their emotional "blue-print" and create new learning and choices. I work with emotionally distant individuals, building communication skills and a positive sense of self. I have a special interest in men's issues, including difficulties expressing and understanding emotions and anger management skills

Are you feeling stuck, stressed, or anxious? Do you or your child need help to improve confidence, make new friends, or cope with your current life circumstances? Are you going through a life transition (starting high school, going to college, having a baby, getting married, divorce, etc) and would like extra support? I am passionate about working with adolescents, young adults, adults, new moms/moms, & families who are working through a life transition (school, family, friendship), anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, poor communication skills, relational struggles, family conflict, and difficulty connecting and making friends.

Creating a safe, calm, inclusive, and non-judgmental therapeutic space is part of my mission. As an embodied listener, I am honored to hold others’ stories in confidence and help uncover their deeply held understanding and expertise of their lives from a strengths-based perspective. I am particularly awed at the incremental freedom that comes from engaging stories of harm, trauma, and abuse. The beauty freedom produces led me to seek certification in narrative-focused trauma therapy and internal family systems.

I am passionate about supporting adolescents, young adults, and adults who are experiencing life transitions, mood dysregulation, anxiety, trauma, and depression. I offer bilingual counseling in English and Korean. 한국어 상담 가능합니다.

Healing is a circular and cyclical journey with many paths, choices, & discoveries. We meet you where you are today, acknowledge that you are ever-changing, ever evolving. We know how hard it is to ask for help…to embrace, hold, and make space for change…we know how challenging it is to have a dissolution of self, or a version of yourself that no longer fits. Together, we can uncover & compost outdated & stifling beliefs, unrealistic expectations or goals, let go of worries & fears, discover self-sabotage, burrow through behaviors & deeply hidden feelings & emotions that keep us stuck, fearful, unable to step into empowered selves.

"Sometimes all we need is a little support and we find our way..." my practice includes working with Individuals, couples and families. Frequently people come to me for help when they are encountering difficulties. These difficulties can be small issues while other times they may be more significant and complex. Either way, I can assist you to begin to make the positve changes you desire. This may include helping you develop better skills and techniques. Other times it may be to help you begin the healing process to address past trauma and emotional pain. I am here to help.

Are you feeling disconnected or overwhelmed in your relationships? Perhaps you're struggling with communication barriers, trust issues, or navigating significant life transitions. If so, you're in the right place. Here at our practice, we specialize in supporting individuals like you through the complexities of relationship difficulties.

I have spent my entire career working with and advocating for students with disabilities. After earning my bachelor’s degree from Indiana University, I worked as the coordinator and educator of a high school alternative program. I then completed my master’s degree in clinical counseling at Adler School of Professional Psychology. For the past 13 years, I have served as a counselor in the access and disabilities department at a local community college as well as an adjunct faculty instructor in the Human Services department.

I offer a welcoming and non-judgmental approach, emphasizing research validated problem-solving, Cognitive-Behavioral methods. I work with adults and adolescents as individuals, couples and families.