Therapists in Chicago, IL

It would be ideal for us to be motivated to improve our lives when things are going well. More often than not, we only make changes to our lives during times of darkness. In our work together, we can focus on finding the beauty, joy, and peace in your life. We can step into the darkness together with curiosity.

Welcome! My name is "Dr. Ed." I'm a Ph.D.-Diplomate in Clinical Social Work from the University of Houston and Governor’s State University. My specialty is working with adults, families, teens, dealing with anxiety, shutting down,suicidal Ideation and LGBTQ issues. shutting-down and worry. In our multicultural world, therapy is a safe place to respect your values and honor your strengths! I have an appreciation for listening to the adult male voice in families, and relationships. To schedule-Call (832).233.2791 and checkout our 59 client reviews with a 4.6 rating in Healthgrades.com!

“You have your way. I have my way. As for the right way, the correct way, and the only way, it does not exist.” - Friedrich Nietzsche. As a therapist I believe in helping clients find their genuine way by uncovering issues that are preventing them from reaching their potential. Rooted in psychodynamic theory, I frequently use treatment models from other theories that best suit the client. I have even used meditation as a tool to help clients. I have grown as a therapist with everyone who has been a client. I strive not to view them as another client but another person I can learn about and help.

Lauren is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Mindful Care. She holds a Master of Social Work from Dominican University. In her practice, Lauren believes having accessible, convenient, and affordable mental health care is imperative and a basic human right. "For healing to take place, patients need to feel heard and feel comfortable while interacting with their doctors and clinicians. I try to create a warm and welcoming environment for my patients based on mutual respect."

Each of us has a unique combination of innate strengths and, yes, weaknesses. Psychotherapy - or counseling -- is a process of regaining and leveraging our strengths, shoring up deficiencies and effectively managing the challenges in our lives. Our ability to learn is another important gift we all possess. Psychotherapy allows the client to either learn, re-learn or even unlearn thoughts and behaviors which, in turn, leads to emotional well-being. Our emotions are important signals, but they need not become emergencies themselves.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in client-centered, relational approaches to mental health and healing. I earned my Masters in Social Work from the University of Michigan, and hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Fort Lewis College. Prior to joining Catalyst Clinical Group, I worked in a variety of hospital and healthcare settings, focusing on clients living with chronic illness. I utilize an eclectic, integrative approach to therapy, centering the needs and goals of each client. I have specific training and experience working with individuals who identify as part of LGBTQIA+ community.

Michelle Maddalozzo is an LCSW in private practice in Illinois, North Carolina and Virginia. She holds a Masters in Social Work from the University of Chicago and will complete her Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Tennessee in June 2022. Michelle has been working with mood disorders, depression, anxiety, and trauma for over the past ten years while specializing in military mental health. She incorporates different treatment modalities (CBT, DBT, CPT, PE, solution focused) into her work, with an emphasis on body-oriented techniques. Michelle sees adults and adolescents for individual therapy.

Humans are social beings that are constantly oscillating between autonomy and dependence on others. Our relationship with ourselves impacts our relationships with others; our relationships with others impacts our relationships with ourselves. To live a life of joy and purpose, it is critical that we examine these relationships in the context of the socio-historical realities that we are facing and the realities our ancestors before us faced. Distress can come from many sources and manifest in our minds, bodies, and spirits; healing can also come from many sources to strengthen our minds, bodies, and spirits.

Psychotherapist Michelle Belford specializes in treating depression, anxiety, eating concerns, and trauma. She has experience in various settings and currently serves as the Director of Eating Disorder Services at Allow Wellness. She enjoys helping clients navigate various identity development transitions, such as those related to career, romance, friendship, "adulting," and values.

Accepting Clients Online and In Person! My name is Katie, and I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and religious trauma. I primarily work with young adults experiencing anxiety or depression in the midst of major life transitions such as beginning college, leaving home, or starting a career. Depression or anxiety can result in low motivation, restlessness, and emotional overwhelm that can quickly become debilitating. I also assist people of all ages in processing traumatic religious experiences and environments. These experiences can have a variety of symptoms, but have a deep and long lasting impact.

As a therapist, I am a witness to this journey that you are on and a fellow traveler. It’s my work to create a supportive space in which your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions can be explored with curiosity, kindness, and pragmatism. Together we will look at discomfort and explore the insight that it offers. I will ask questions that help you make connections to yourself and make meaning of the discomfort you feel. You will be given tools to map your thoughts, associations, physical experiences, and emotional states. We will practice being present for experience and feeling where there is openness and where there is restriction.

My approach to therapy is based on respect. I work to honor your unique life experience by adjusting my clinical approach to best meet your individual goals for therapy. I strive to provide a safe and collaborative space for clients to explore thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and patterns in order to facilitate meaningful change in your life. Using a holistic and psychodynamic approach, I can help you to utilize your strengths to promote healing.

I strive to work with my clients on their goals and objectives and give them tools be able to walk away empowered. I am currently working on receiving my Master's degree from Loyola University in Chicago. I have focused on learning how to incorporate CBT, motivational interviewing and reality testing among other approaches to aid with client’s treatments. Aside from my educational knowledge I also bring lived experience to my therapy approach. Being a bilingual Mexican-American, I am able to understand the big role that culture plays in our daily lives and how it impacts our relationships with family, friends and in the community.

Hi, My name is Sabrina and I have a passion for working with individuals (children to elderly), couples/relationships, and families to help heal the challenges that their trauma has left behind. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and a Masters of Social Work in Children and Family Social Work.

Growth is thwarted by fear--both the known fears we can name and the hidden fears that manifest in self-defeating behaviors. As your counselor, I'll be your ally--giving you as much insight and encouragement as needed to vanquish fears and enhance personal growth. Drawing on 20 years of study and experience in the ancient, spiritual Wisdom Teachings as well as a formal education in psychology and philosophy, I am committed to helping you clear the path to a satisfying, meaningful life.

Life is overwhelming and painful sometimes. Therapy is a safe space to understand your feelings and experiences and sort through them with someone you can rely on. I value building a collaborative relationship that nurtures trust and safety. I will work with you to uncover and explore your distress, while introducing techniques to better manage it. Together we will disentangle current and past life events to understand how they are impacting you, identify patterns, and examine what you want to change and how you want to do it. During this journey, I will cheer you on, challenge you, and help you rediscover ways to care for yourself.