Therapists in Chicago, IL

If you are someone experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, traumatic experiences, sexual abuse and assault, transitions and relationship issues, this is a space to process those aspects of your life in a safe space through talk or art making. I work with understanding your trauma responses, triggers, and areas of friction to help you cope and make necessary changes through an expressive arts approach and talk therapy. If you are someone ready to dive into symptoms, triggers, and current stressors, I hope to provide that space for you to start your healing journey.

I have always been fascinated with understanding how people think, how they have come to believe what they believe and how they have become who they are. I have come to realize that many people simply want to feel heard, understood and cared for. This is part of the reason why I became a counselor, along with wanting to help people and destigmatize mental health. Coming from immigrant parents who came to America to enable their children to live a better life than they did, to them that meant getting a practical & stable job. But with time I realized that I didn't want my life to be just practical – I also wanted it to be purposeful.

I have a passion for working with neurodiverse individuals having done so in a variety of ways in the last two decades. I take a strength-based approach - let's find what makes your neurotype GREAT, and work with that! I am also honored to help people heal from trauma of all kinds and take a trauma-informed approach to therapy in a multi-disciplinary way. I am currently becoming certified as a CPTSD therapist in the NARM Model and also EMDR to help individuals suffering from trauma heal.

Every day we face residual effects from past and present traumas. These residual effects then become obstacles which can sometimes take away our livelihood—leaving us feeling defeated, depressed, angry, and lost. I want you to ask yourself this question—when was the last time you felt at peace and what would you do to get that feeling back? As a holistic and culturally sensitive therapist my primary goal is to build a trusting relationship with you to promote comfortability and security. We will then collaborate and draw from all areas of your life to develop a deeper understanding of you and your needs.

I enable clients to access the wisdom of their emotions to enhance their relationships and lives. Happy relationships and solid self-esteem are the foundations of psychological and emotional well-being, while disharmony, worries, and unhappiness signal that we need to experience new ways to effectively express feelings and enact aspirations in our lives. I strive to provide an inviting and nonjudgmental therapeutic context to empower clients to find satisfying ways to address concerns. My integrative approach draws upon Western science and Eastern wisdom, including Buddhist approaches to well-being.

Michael Saleh is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2021. He has a BA in Psychology from Northeastern Illinois University and an MSW from Northeastern Illinois University. Michael believes in a treatment philosophy that focuses first on building a relationship with clients that is centered around understanding.

Are you feeling stuck? Does your life seem to be on hold? Are you struggling with worries & anxiety or sadness & depression? Are you facing a relationship challenge with your spouse, your child, a collegue or friend? Or do you have health concerns such as allergies, stress, weight, etc? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Health & Life Coaching offers you an effective method for resolving your problems & realizing your goals. In helping you, my focus will be on bridging the gap between where you are now and where you hope to be in the future.

Have you reached your limit? Are you stuck between feeling too proud to ask for help and longing for the joy and contentment others seem to have found in their lives? You aren't alone. If you are going through a life transition that is creating stress and are not feeling like yourself, I want to help. I work with individuals struggling with heightened stress, anxiety, and depression. I am passionate about helping you create a healthy work-life balance, manage your depression, reduce your fear, and move through difficult life transitions.

I offer a warm and safe space where clients can feel supported as they navigate and heal from life’s challenges. As a person centered, strengths-based, and culturally responsive therapist, I emphasize that you, the client, are the expert of your own life and have valuable strengths that will facilitate your journey to self-growth. I value collaboration in the therapeutic process and will often invite feedback to ensure we are working towards your goals. Throughout my clinical practice, I have worked with clients of all ages, including children, adolescents, and emerging adults in nonprofit, inpatient, and outpatient settings.

Jamie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. Jamie believes in developing a trusting, supportive relationship with his clients, understanding that the decision to address one's issues can be both frightening and overwhelming. He believes that contentment in life is attainable, and will commit to walking with the client as they face fear, challenges and change. Jamie uses cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness approaches, as well as offering a variety of recovery models to facilitate his client's personal growth. Jamie earned his MSW from the University of Maryland.

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 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!

I am an innovative, experienced social worker committed to my client's well-being. I am passionate about helping clients improve their relationships with themselves, families, and friends by enhancing their communication and increasing their emotional intelligence. I am committed to assisting clients in regaining a sense of meaning and purpose by redefining their values, beliefs, needs, and goals. Mutual trust, respect, consistency, empathy, and rapport allow the time spent exploring patterns, identifying problem areas, and developing newer and healthier ways to cope with everyday stressors and struggles.

When you are in psychological distress and someone really hears you without passing judgement, without trying to take responsibility, without trying to mold you, the impact can be profound. I strive to be authentic, accepting, and empathetic in the therapeutic relationship to provide a safe space that allows for you to be truly heard. My ideal client is one who is open to doing the difficult work. Yes, if we do the work then life becomes an opportunity to love, and live.

Do you feel overly stressed with life and its affiliated tasks? Are you at a point where you feel hopeless, anxious, and isolated amongst your struggles? Are you from the LGBTQIA+ community, struggling with self-acceptance and acceptance from others? Is it hard to identify your true self? You may be feeling lost and unable to rid yourself of these consuming, distressed thoughts. You want to start feeling energized, supported, and in control of your life. You want to be proud of who you are.

NOW accepting new clients! We are here to support you. Life Aligned Counseling offers individual and couples counseling services. Our team of therapists has experience in a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, loss and grief, relationship issues, self-esteem and self-concept, family conflict, stress management, spirituality, significant life transitions, women's issues, men's issues, etc.

I'm a therapist with 12 years of full-time psychotherapy experience. In my work with clients, I offer an environment of care, compassion, humility, and human understanding. Despite its beauty, the human experience is laden with struggles, challenges, and complexities. Often these issues are worth or necessitate exploring. Although I have extensive experience working with a wide range of concerns, I specialize in sleep, anxiety/depression, dating, relationship concerns, and complex trauma. In addition to being a general practitioner, I also practice EMDR.