Therapists in Chicago, IL

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You are here because you are tired of feeling stuck, in pain, overwhelmed, or dissatisfied with how your life is going. You know that something in the way you feel, think, or behave is holding you back from living a fulfilling life. It may be the struggle to accept yourself or others; to maintain meaningful relationships; to adjust to life transitions; to recover from a traumatic event or loss; or to move on in life. Therapy is about wanting to slow down and reflect on yourself, how you want your life to look like, and how to get there. You made the brave step of asking for help and I would love to hear from you.

Kenya has previous experience working with adults, seniors, underserved populations, adolescents, and children. Kenya has empathic and genuine ability to connect with clients which allows her to work effectively with adolescents and adult clients. She seeks to aid individuals within the fundamental beliefs of counseling: Empathy, compassion, and love.

Life is a process of adapting to new circumstances. I became a therapist to assist people in navigating through this journey called life. As we evolve, we will be faced with various obstacles along the way and having a safe place to process those emotions is important. My passion is for couples and teaching them how to communicate their needs in the relationship in a compassionate manner, assisting those dealing with grief, and helping to build the self esteem of men and women. My style of counseling is one of love, compassion and humor with a direct approach. I believe counseling can be as light or as heavy as you desire.

I believe having a place to express yourself with a therapist whom you trust is a pivotal first step to creating personal growth and wellness. I pride myself in establishing strong, supportive relationships with my clients and providing a safe, nonjudgemental space where healing can take place. In therapy, I work together with my clients to navigate life's challenges, develop healthy coping strategies, effectively manage difficult emotions, and establish life-long skills.

I am motivated to help clients find authentic self-expression & new paths for growth. I bring experience in social services supporting clients in harmful relationships, building relational skills & enhancing safety. Being fully seen & understood is a uniquely liberating experience. My emphatic approach, warmth, and attuned listening help create a safe space where you can relax. As you become freer, you become compassionate, ultimately approaching your concerns effectively & more creatively. I am committed to providing services that are trauma-informed, culturally-sensitive, & inclusive of diverse identities, expressions & practices.

Each individual coming into therapy is valuable and capable of healing and growth. I work from a strengths-based approach, looking to help encourage each person's uniqueness and purpose in life. I listen carefully to my clients' inner wisdom, as I believe that each individual is the expert on their world.

When people ask me for help dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, career issues or relationships, they want more than insight; they're hoping for behavioral change. I'm an active, warm, cognitive behavioral therapist [CBT] with over 25 years of experience. I'm the co-founder of a highly regarded group psychotherapy practice in downtown Chicago, 60602. I help clients build their confidence, identify options, and make the changes that will improve the quality of their lives. My clients value my insightful supportive feedback and creative, cognitive approach in working with them towards long-lasting life changes.

Are you tired of not living your best life? Are you overwhelmed with uncontrollable stressed and anxiety due to trauma, family problems, interpersonal relationships, violence, alcohol and or substance abuse? Do you want to learn coping skills to manage daily stress? If you answered yes, to any of these questions, help is available. I can help you build, restore and live the life you deserve as well as desire. I utilize a Strength and Resilience Based, Therapeutic Coaching Model. My clients learn to focus, recharge, and build on their inner strengths. Let's work together to build your mental health wealth.​

It is an honor and a privilege to work alongside someone who is navigating life’s challenges. It takes courage to ask for support and seek therapy. Clients have shared my warm, grounded, and authentic approach help make the process more comfortable. I find we make the most progress in therapy with a non-judgmental, supportive relationship that can make the process feel safe. Within therapy, we will work together to help you reduce distress, understand barriers and patterns that are keeping you “stuck,” and discover ways of moving forward and living life more genuinely.

It takes strength and courage to ask for support and sometimes the hardest thing to do is to take the first step. I recognize this challenge and the strength it takes to look at oneself, which is why I strive to create a safe and collaborative therapeutic space. During the therapeutic process, I help clients tell their story and create meaning from their life experiences, in order to regain their identity and start feeling good about themselves again.

I offer a warmly collaborative, open, and at times, gently challenging approach to help you enhance your quality of life. My clients are busy, driven adults who feel "stuck" in their relationships and careers, and disconnected from themselves and others who matter most. Many report experiencing anxiety in various forms, imposter syndrome, excessive worry, and burnout. Since 2013, I have compassionately guided clients toward a higher sense of fulfillment, well-being, and overall functioning. Using integrative clinical approaches tailored to your specific needs, I will partner with you to create positive change.

Let’s face it–shit has hit the fan. Between the pandemic, systems of oppression, and so much uncertainty...we’re all trying to figure it out. Plus, you have things you were already dealing with– depression, trauma responses, grief, existential questions...Maybe you’re tired of “blank slate” therapists. You want to explore healing through art and creativity instead of just talking. You want space to process your past & present experiences and to deepen your understanding of and reconnect with yourself. You’re looking for someone who "gets" it– who validates your lived experience and who has been on that side of the couch.

Are you feeling angry, frustrated, or hopeless? Does it feel like the world is ending, and it's hard to face each new day? There is a lot going on in the world and in our homes these days, and a lot of us are feeling the pressure build-up. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, individuals, and LGBTQIA+ facing major life transitions, including overcoming stressful life events, depression, anxiety, and learning how to manage anger for over 20 years.

I am currently offering Private Practice Telehealth services at Psychotherapy Associates of Chicago. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship which can be curative in itself, which is why it is important to me to bring my most genuine self in order to have an authentic experience in session with my clients. I believe that together we can help increase positive thinking, increase self-esteem, decrease negative thoughts and feelings that might be interfering with your over all quality of life.

"Experience CHANGE and RESOLUTION. You're not alone in your struggles.My purpose is to support you through crisis, and facilitate positive CHANGES in your life. In a warm, safe and empowering environment,I will help you gain a greater awareness of your choices,better understanding of present circumstances, and transform anxiety, frustration and anger into forward movement and action. My vast experience in providing relief from emotional pain and fear, healing wounds of trauma and loss, reducing stress, and mending love and family relationships will help you achieve an overall sense of well-being, balance and direction.

I help people achieve healing and wellness in their lives by focusing on positivity and internal strengths. I believe the mind and the body connect and affect one another. This is why I believe therapy can help people who are feeling overwhelmed with big emotions, having difficulties with life transitions, struggling with past traumas, feeling anxieties over the future, repair or create healthy connections or relationships with others and obtain inner peace.

Do you just want to be happy again? Do you feel lost or stuck? Does it feel like something is missing? Life doesn’t have to be this way and reaching out to me is the first step in creating this change. I help clients take back control of their life, feel connected to themselves and others, and feel happy again. When you look in the mirror I want you to recognize the person staring back at you. Life with depression or anxiety can be overwhelming, suffocating and lonely. As a therapist, my goal is to help you live a life free of emotional pain, to have more good days than bad, to rediscover meaning and joy in all areas of life.

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.