Therapists in Edison Park, Chicago, IL

I believe that the beginning of a person’s healing journey starts with creating a safe, collaborative, and supportive therapeutic space that can pave the way toward restorative growth. The foundation of my therapeutic work stems from understanding how life experiences and everyday stressors impact the way we engage with the world. With an intentional focus on individuals’ stories, I use tools that aid in bottom-up trauma processing through a relational approach, building greater awareness and insight.

It is exhausting holding up a mask to the world, pretending to be someone you aren’t just to fit in or to make it seem like your life is all put together, when in reality you're just trying to survive. Sound familiar? These feelings are normal, and they point us to our inner wisdom that something isn’t working: a situation, a habit, a relationship, etc. If you’re feeling stuck, you are not alone.

There are times we all lose our way. It takes courage to reach out for help. You may need healing following a difficult time in your life. You may have feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, depression, stress, or need support in managing relationships, strong emotions and impulsive behaviors. I take a holistic , strength-based approach. Moving at your own pace, we will address what we can change now and what may take more time. Together we will explore behaviors and choices that support you, releasing those that are keeping you from becoming your best self.

I am a counselor with wide-ranging experience offering in-person and online counseling. My life’s passion is helping teens and young adults to reclaim their emotional wellbeing and strengthen their relationships. Working on feeling connected, at peace, safe, and supported have proven to be cornerstones to lasting change and healthier living.

Specializing in perinatal mental health, I work with mothers and fathers who are enduring heightened stress, depression, anxiety, OCD, and sleep issues that have developed or exacerbated during pregnancy or postpartum. I am extremely compassionate and dedicated to helping those who have experienced pregnancy termination, infertility, and perinatal grief and loss. I also have special clinical interests and experience in chronic pain, self-medication with cannabis, endocrine disorders, and other physical health ailments. I effectively and appreciatively also meet with mental healthcare providers, same-sex parents, and caregivers.

Association for Multicultural Behavioral Health is a multispecialty group practice providing counseling, psychotherapy, consultation, evaluations and assessment services for individuals, families, and organizations. Our goal is to help people of different ethnic and cultural groups to access mental health services in their native language.

I recognize the many life challenging struggles an individual can be faced with. Therapy can be viewed as stigmatizing and can discourage people to seek mental health support. It is very important for people to choose to seek help on their own and not be forced. A person should want to feel supported and encouraged when going through these struggles and choosing therapy can be one of those benefits.

I provide a safe, calm, and compassionate space for you to connect deeply with your own insight. From a young age, we often develop patterns and dynamics that no longer serve us as adults. In therapy, we work together to uncover your authentic self in all its beauty. Let's walk the path to rediscovering your curiosity, creativity, confidence, and clarity.

Whether it’s because you’re dealing with the chronic stress of relationship or parenting issues, difficulties adjusting to life changes, or you’re simply feeling “stuck”, my goal is to help you gain understanding towards yourself and work towards the possibility of change. As I help you explore the ways you function, my hope is for you to find acceptance towards yourself and strengthen your ability to navigate challenges.

Gary Zurawski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCSW, CADC) with over 21 years of professional experience treating teens, adults, and seniors who are struggling to manage the negative effects of anxiety, depression, poor coping skills, family conflict, racial identity issues, substance use, dysfunctional relationships, and more. Gary earned his Master's degree in Social Work from Loyola University-Chicago.

I am a psychotherapist with extensive experience offering in-person and online counseling. My great passion is helping people to regain their emotional wellbeing and strengthen their relationships so they can feel peaceful, complete, whole and safe. I work with individuals, couples and families and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma and marital problems. Being a certified Metabolic Balance coach, I offer a holistic weight management program. Also, I provide psychological immigration evaluations: Hardship; VAWA, U Visa; T Visa; Asylum; Cancelation of Removal etc.

My professional training in various theories and models led me to reflect on my beliefs about human nature, how problems develop within people, and their capacity to change. Taking an Adlerian approach allows me to counsel through my core beliefs: society/the dominant culture’s oppressive ways impact people and therefore a shift to a more egalitarian society needs to occur; with empathic, compassionate, and culturally responsive support, people can change, grow, and improve their lives for both self and social interest; and with culturally responsive education and support, society can do better with each other and for each other.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with families, teenagers, young adults, adults, and couples. I support clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, life transitions, sexual orientation and gender identity, family concerns, school stress, or traumatic experiences.

Hi, I’m Gabriela (she/ her/ ella)! Our work in therapy is about the core essence of what it means to be human, to love, to hurt, to hurt others, and to help. I am rooting for you! I know that what brings you here may feel overwhelming, but this is the first step. I believe therapy should be collaborative and inclusive. I bring a lot of energy and humor as well as compassion and understanding to my sessions.

Regardless of what you may be struggling with and its relationship to your social identities, I believe you have the agency to determine how you are being impacted by the world around you. My role in the counseling relationship is to collaborate with you and identify what is the most appropriate avenue for fostering change and growth. I believe in a relational strengths-based approach to therapy. Meaning that my work is grounded in empathy, warmth, and challenge help to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can process, grow, and heal.

You thought you had it all figured out and......life happens. What do you do now? You ask for help. How do you open yourself up to a complete stranger? Trust. Trust in the process, trust in your clinician and most importantly trusting yourself. I believe we all have the answers but we aren't listening. My job is to help you hear that inner voice, the one you quiet down because doing the norm "feels more natural". What comes natural isn't always what is the most healthy; how do you make better choices?

I am a Health Psychologist who approaches clients with empathy. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with an influence of Adlerian theory, to be goal-oriented and positive-focused in treating depression, anxiety, physical illnesses, sleep problems, weight management, recovery from substance use and other lifestyle conditions. I help people overcome their fears and resistance to change through the use of Motivational Interviewing (MI). This helps remove barriers to achieving goals and achieving them successfully. My purpose in my work is to help each client become the best version of their 'self'.

I believe in the importance of building a therapeutic relationship and comfortable environment and therefore believe in being authentic and realistic with clients. I find this to be especially important in working with adolescents, young adults, families, and those who hav experienced trauma. I enjoy getting to understand their prospective and being able to advocate for them as well as to teach them to advocate for themselves and learn the skills that they need to communicate more effectively with others. I also believe that working with families and parents creates more success for everyone and therefore facilitate more change.

Aging can be difficult--whether your own or in people you love. You might be grieving the loss of treasured relationships, frustrated with declining health, struggling with caregiving and changing roles ... or simply wanting to age gracefully. Many people experience worry, depression, and anger at times like this; others feel tired or overwhelmed; few know where to turn for information and guidance you can trust, from people who might understand. Aging is my specialty, and I would like the chance to help you reach some peace with your midlife crisis, life transition, grief or pain, caregiving, ... your life.