Therapists in Chicago, IL

I'm thrilled to connect with you as I share my journey as a counselor specializing in life coaching, depression, grief, trauma, and anxiety. My mission is to support individuals in navigating life's challenges and guiding them toward a path of resilience, healing, and personal growth. With a foundation rooted in evidence-based practices, I utilize a range of therapeutic modalities including DBT, EMDR, ACT, CBT, and mindfulness. These powerful tools enable me to tailor my approach to meet each client's unique needs, providing a comprehensive and personalized counseling experience.

I have a unique and creative way of utilizing different therapeutic tools to match my client’s needs and individual issues. My focus is to create a trusting and safe environment to enable my clients to explore their deepest feelings and thoughts. I rely on an empathetic and motivational approach, as well as on the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. As a Certified EMDR Therapist, I work with adults and older adolescents, to resolve past traumas and issues that keep them from moving forward in their lives and accomplishing their future desires and goals.

As a therapist, it is very important to me that throughout the therapy process my clients feel heard, safe, and understood. I know that therapy can be a difficult process, but it can also be a powerful process of self-exploration, discovery, and acceptance that can lead to interacting with others in new and healing ways. I believe that all people have the fundamental capacity for change and I work collaboratively with my clients to help tailor therapy to their individual, couple, and familial needs and goals.

Do you ever feel like the support of your family and friends is not enough? You don't have to be diagnosed with a mental health disorder to benefit from therapy. Many people turn to therapy for help with everyday life issues: relationship problems, anxiety, and self-doubt. Others seek therapy during difficult times such as sexual abuse and grief. In order to reap the benefits of therapy it's important that you choose the right therapist- someone you can trust, who makes you feel valued with the experience to help you overcome emotional challenges and make changes for the better in your life.

I help people who feel stuck and unhappy. Maybe you feel depressed or anxious; maybe you are lonely; maybe you feel uncertain about relationships or work. Perhaps your problems are new; perhaps you have been struggling for years. I am here to listen and help. I know it can be difficult to talk. I know it takes courage to share painful feelings and allow vulnerability, especially when you might be weighed down with shame, fear, guilt, sadness or anger. Together, we will work to gently sort through your current struggles, and thoughtfully explore the deeper, underlying repetitive patterns that keep you unfulfilled and trapped.

I believe in a strength-based approach to therapy where the unique needs of each client are addressed in the safety of the therapeutic space. I strive to create a non-judgmental, empathic environment where clients are supported in attaining personal growth. I provide therapeutic services and guidance to individual adults (18+), couples and families. I have experience working with anxiety and depression, with a broad spectrum of unresolved traumatic experiences, and with issues surrounding adjustment to life transitions along with the general stressors of adulthood.

Clients who most appreciate working with me are seeking an integrative mind-body therapy experience. Holding a safe, nonjudgmental, and inclusive space for you to "unpack" and rewire, my approach is considered holistic and collaborative. I work "bottom up" to increase body awareness and regulation in the nervous system, which facilitates profound healing and change. For those seeking deeper regulation and more sustainable wellness, I offer nature-based healing interventions. In addition, I offer psychedelic integration services.

I offer collaborative psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, and substance use, using naturalistic research-supported approaches that enhance awareness, access strengths, and build skills. These approaches - which vary according to individual needs and preferences - include mindfulness, depth-oriented counseling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Existential Psychotherapy. Particular concerns may include worry, panic, obsession, procrastination, grief, esteem, frustration, habits, and/or motivation. The overarching model promotes psychological growth, transcendence of purpose-limiting "world views," and personal empowerment.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide psychotherapy to teens, emerging adults, adults and families. I offer a nurturing, warm environment where you will feel heard and safe. It is my belief that the therapeutic process works best when the therapist meets the client “where they are” and allows space for a working alliance to develop organically. Once understanding and trust have been established, we will delve into deeper therapeutic work to address areas in your life where you feel stuck and unsatisfied. I can help you identify your core values and guide you to recognize unhelpful behaviors.

What gets me out of bed in the morning is the ability to create a safe and judgment-free space for you to explore the multifaceted dimensions of who you are, what you feel, and how your thoughts impact your well-being. I use a multiculturally sensitive and strengths-based approach, and I welcome clients of all identities and intersections, including BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and persons with disabilities.

Welcome! I look forward to working with you. I’m versatile and cater my approach to fit each person’s needs. I embrace differences and similarities. I strive to create a safe and open environment which is very important to develop an effective therapeutic relationship and to initiate the healing process. I’m an engaging person who is very compassionate about helping others win. I will put my best foot forward to help you find your spark. It’s rewarding and fulfilling. I believe that anyone can benefit from therapy. I will help you identify your strengths, needs and desires to work towards establishing a winning atmosphere.

Losses and life transitions can change everything you thought you knew. Maybe a family member has been recently diagnosed with cancer, the loss of someone close to you has altered your outlook on life, or life transitions have changed your relationships with others or with yourself. I specialize in supporting adults who are navigating life changes, transitions, and losses. Together we will explore the best ways for you to cope with difficult emotions, understand yourself and who you are becoming, increase your sense of self-worth and purpose, and discover renewed direction in life.

What in your life could take a turn for the better? Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, you have taken an incredible step in searching for a therapist for support. Countless people have times in their lives where they feel stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure about how to move forward; therapy can be a great first step toward positive change. I specialize in helping people reclaim and redirect their energy towards more joy, growth and connection in their lives.

Hello, I'm an LCSW with over 29 years of experience. I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples. Issues I have experience and knowledge in are depression/anxiety, substance use issues, relationship issues - committed intimate relationships and extended family, adversity in childhood that leads to trauma response in emotional processing, ADHD, LGBTQ issues, working with individuals who lack clarity in purpose and how to move forward, grief/loss, and anger management. I utilize effective clinical tools to help individuals and couples and also incorporate healthy spirituality in my counseling practice.

Are you a person of faith who also identifies as LGBTQ+? Are you looking for a trauma therapist who's passionate about working with teens and young adults who have experienced trauma? My life's work is focused on teens and young adults who are exploring their faith and sexual identity and who are recovering from past trauma. Common symptoms are anxiety, depression, and PTSD. My goal is always to walk with my clients to find freedom, fulfillment, and an integrated identity. I love getting to know my clients - being entrusted with your story is an honor to me.

Feeling overwhelmed, like you’re being pulled in a million different directions? Experiencing loneliness, even if you’re surrounded by people? Maybe it feels like something is missing from your life, and you’re not quite sure what. No matter your circumstances, there is hope. My clients describe me as easy to talk to, positive, and validating. My therapy style is flexible, compassionate, trauma-informed and person-centered. I want to hear about your goals, and walk alongside you to help you meet them.