Therapists in Chicago, IL

Samantha Hill is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. Samantha offers authentic, empathetic, non-judgmental care that makes clients feel comfortable sharing their stories with her. She specializes in supporting individuals with past traumatic experiences including but not limited to sexual assault, violence, and emotional abuse/neglect. Outside of work, Samantha loves to sew garments, hang out with her cats, spend time with her niece and nephew, and travel to foreign countries.

Therapy isn't just about the big light bulb moments of insight - it is also about the small pieces you find about yourself. With these pieces, you can identify your own needs and learn how to express them better. Maybe you're going through a life transition, need to strengthen coping skills, grieving a loss, or space to express your thoughts and feelings. I am here to non-judgmentally listen and establish a genuine connection with you.

In a world of consistent change, distress is inevitable and unpredictable. Therapy is a safe and self-paced space where you can process comfortably. I strive to create this space for all of my clients by using a client-centered, collaborative approach. I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship, while relying on client’s internal strengths to help them cope. I am dedicated to working with adults and adolescents in reaching their goals, processing their traumas, and working through life’s transitions.

I have a lot of experience working with men that are dealing with job/career issues, relationship problems, and personal mental health issues like ADHD, depression, and anxiety. They value my straightforwardness and ability to relate to the difficulty they are having in their lives. Men aren't encouraged to share their emotions in our society and I pride myself on offering a space where that is possible, encouraged, and accepted.

Seeking out therapeutic services takes a lot of vulnerability. My primary goal as a therapist is to create safe, nonjudgmental spaces for individuals to tell their story and explore their experiences. I have worked with young people and adults with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, stress management, low levels of motivation, school and work challenges, substance use, and trauma. This is all through a culturally and trauma-informed lens.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and Montana, and specialize in attachment & relational trauma, eating disorders and anxiety. I have experience working alongside patients in inpatient/medical detox programs as well as PHP/IOP treatment programs treating eating disorders, substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders. For individuals working on improving their relationship with food and body image, I practice solely through a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach.

How are your relationships with others? How is your relationship with yourself?

Seeking therapy can sometimes feel daunting. My goal is to help guide and support you though whatever life stressors you may be experiencing in an open, caring, non-judgmental environment. I describe my approach as collaborative, authentic, and relational, and strive to prioritize cultivating a strong therapeutic relationship with clients.

I serve clients who look to expand their self-awareness, emotional intelligence and seek to uncover and process traumas and psychological wounds. I have experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss, relational conflicts, burnout, and distressing life transitions. I enjoy working with immigrants, first and second generation immigrants dealing with acculturation, racial identity, and cultural struggles. I often help my clients see themselves not only in the context of their internal psyche but also in the context of the various external systems in which they interact.

I specialize in working with children and teens experiencing emotional dysregulation, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, and interpersonal conflicts. I use an individualized, strengths-based approach to ensure both child and parent feel understood and build their social-emotional development. My experience in both intensive and long-term services make me well-equipped to help with any range of behavioral needs, incl. ADHD, anxiety, disruptive behaviors, and other social/emotional needs. My focus is on the building of lagging skills and emotional development to decrease behavioral challenges and increase self esteem.

You have the power to make changes in your life! You may not yet know how, but I am here to help you figure this out. Dishes have piled up, relationships are suffering, and avoidance shows up even when it comes to things you enjoy. Sometimes situations change and pose new challenges; at other times situations remain the same and lead to feeling stagnant and stuck. Whatever your unique case might be, today can be the beginning of feeling more effective in your life. It is courageous to acknowledge that you might benefit from learning new tools and insights.

Dr. Tony Fletcher, Psy.D., ABPP is a clinical neuropsychologist, licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified forensic psychologist who specializes in the assessment of neurologically-based disorders, psychiatric disorders, and psychological problems. Conditions assessed include, but are not limited to: Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders, Cerebral Vascular Accidents (stroke), Degenerative Disorders, Developmental Delays, Dementias, Impulse Control Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Schizophrenia, Seizure Disorders (Epilepsy), etc.

Therapy moves us toward healing through a relationship that is uniquely safe, trusting, and collaborative. I believe that this is crucial for those of us who have experienced hardship, and struggle to live fully and authentically. Together, we will examine the sources of harm— from your immediate family system to your broader social environment— that have kept you from deeper feeling and connection. When we encounter thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs that feel rigid, we will explore these resistances with great care.

Rosalind believes that the integration of the mind, body, and spirit is an essential part of the healing process. Rosalind’s approach to treatment is trauma informed, client centered, and layered with an Empowerment framework. Rosalind utilizes traditional talk-therapy, somatic work, and creative arts interventions to both illuminate and concretize a path towards healing.

*****IMPORTANT-I currently have NO availability and cannot accept new patients at this time, I will update this message when availability opens****** I am a firm believer that seeking wellness is the first step in gaining control over your life and achieving your goals. I serve as a passenger alongside clients in their journey and we collaborate on ways to address concerns and ways to improve and grow. I embrace diversity of all kinds and believe that our unique differences are what makes the world interesting and vibrant.

My therapeutic focus includes transitions in late adolescence and adulthood, single incident and relational trauma, navigating divorce and post-divorce relationships, and the anxiety and distress that accompany these experiences. I also help mothers and fathers navigate the difficult job of raising children, from infancy through young adulthood, in all types of family configurations. Together, with compassion, we can understand the origins of your distress, what keeps it present in your life, and what changes need to be made to let it go.

The first step of therapy can be difficult to take, reaching out for guidance, uncertainty, and the experience of meeting a new person. I am here to work collaboratively with you to best meet your needs and achieve goals for what brings you in to therapy. My goal is to create a safe and trusting environment for people to explore and share what is going on in their life in order to create space for growth and change to occur. I have worked with a wide variety of diagnoses and integrate a myriad of psychological and behavioral approaches throughout sessions to best meet my client's needs for where they are in their life's journey.

In today's fast-paced, task-oriented world, it's crucial to reconnect with our true human nature. I am deeply committed to guiding individuals on their journey towards authenticity and genuine connection. We all face obstacles that hinder our progress and leave us feeling stuck. As a counselor, my goal is to foster a supportive environment where clients can overcome these challenges and gain a deeper understanding of themselves, unlock their potential, and cultivate meaningful relationships.

My ideal client is anyone that is seeking change and looking to create more balance in their life. My goal is to create a normalcy in the process of finding support during times when we need clarity. Whether or not there is an identified focus, I will walk individuals through gaining awareness and increasing skills to enhance life functioning through a client centered and empowerment focus. My experience includes working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, difficult life transitions, trauma (including working with women in a domestic violence shelter.