Therapists in Irving Park, Chicago, IL

Warm wishes and kudos to you for reaching out in this time of such uncertainty. I know all too well how uncertainty in the future and loss of control can contribute to anxiety and feelings of defeat. I have over 10-yrs of experience supporting individuals and couples in the midst of crisis and loss of control. While each circumstance is unique and will vary, please be assured that you are not, and do not have to navigate this alone. Whether it’s loss of purpose, lack of direction or feeling an overall loss of control, I will partner with you to identify your goals and reach fulfillment while gaining a sense of relief along the way.

American Sign Language Provider Only. COVID Pandemic has taken a toll on our physical and mental health. Life has become more challenging, both physically and emotionally. Sometimes these challenges become distressing and overwhelming, affecting areas of one's life. This could include relationships with others, outlook on life, work, home, and/or health challenges. I am a Deaf therapist and I believe communication and working toward a balanced life is an important part of therapy. Are you Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Blind, or a person who communicates through ASL? I look forward to working with you.

Sara Thomas, LSW, provides an empathetic and compassionate experience for active listening as the client navigates their inner thoughts and works through their understanding of their world. She has a background in working with individuals who have intersecting diagnoses, and complex traumas. Sara uses different therapeutic modalities depending on what diagnosis each client presents with and what areas of their life they are wanting to address. She is someone who is trauma informed in practice and approaches each client with a unique perspective depending on their abilities and needs.

In my experience, therapy is a collaborative process, and healing means growing into a more affirming, resilient, and accountable experience of life. In the process of living, you may have created and held onto ineffective relationship patterns or symptoms of anxiety, depression, or trauma in order to protect yourself and survive. Together, we’ll identify and understand the contexts in which these patterns developed in body, mind, and spirit in order to create the acceptance and self-compassion that can support deep healing and more fulfilling relationships with self and others.

My areas of focus are black women’s issues, sexuality, dating/relationships (traditional/non-traditional), family, anxiety, life transitions, identity, religion/spirituality, and racial/cultural concerns. I believe in fostering a client-centered, collaborative, genuine, and empathic relationship with clients. The hope is that my clients reach a space of peace and are liberated to do "their work". I have practiced as a social worker for eight years. I have worked in multiple settings (residential, inpatient, and K-12 schools) with multiple populations using several service delivery models.

Life is unpredictable. Anxiety and depression is something we all experience. Everyone handles things in their own unique way. Dealing with things alone can be overwhelming. Sometimes we try running away from it all. How do we know when it's too much for us to handle? When it impacts our relationships and self esteem. That's when you need a helping hand to help you regain your balance. We can work together to identify what the right treatment is for you.

You have felt unseen and unheard. But you know deep down that you are worthy. I know that you are. The challenges in life you once were able to navigate with ease are now more daunting than ever. You have turned to avoidance, substances, shopping, you name it! But none of these are helping. What you need now is someone to empathize with you. Someone who gets it, to see you and support you while you examine those unpleasant feelings and sensations.

Jonah Czerwinskyj is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. He has a Masters of Social Work. Jonah likes to focus on helping individuals build compassion for themselves first, then explore the systemic issues that are negatively impacting their lives. Outside of work, Jonah loves music and film, enjoys camping, hiking, and spending as much time in nature as he can.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a holistic, intuitive and integrative approach to therapy and have been in practice for over 35 years. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy with an emphasis on healing the underlying causes of present day symptoms and issues, not merely treating symptoms. I work with a wide range of issues including Childhood Trauma and Abuse, Addictions, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. I use a variety of approaches including EMDR and Inner Family Systems as well as talk therapy.

In my work, I focus on equipping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with the insight, knowledge, tools, and skills to live healthy and balanced lives. Often, my clients already have the personal strengths and relationship skills that they will need to live a healthier life, and my work involves simply helping them uncover and utilize these strengths. I aim to empower clients to advocate for themselves within the contexts in which they live. I strive to provide therapy that is culturally and contextually informed and that integrates psychological research and theory to provide the best and most appropriate care.

Are conditions & experiences of trauma, depression, anxiety, abuse, family conflict, family violence, low self-esteem, physical illness, work conflict & loneliness impacting how you feel about yourself & the quality of your relationship with others? Therapy with empathy in a safe space free of judgment will be used to aid in your recovery. We will explore how compromised mental health & situations negatively impact you. We will work together-at your level of comfort, to alleviate your suffering & symptoms. Improving the quality of your life & generating a sense of empowerment that will help you sustain the life you want is the goal.

I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients. That being said, many of the clients I serve are working through trauma, burnout, grief, challenging life transitions, or interpersonal concerns. I also specialize in supporting clients who are working towards expanding their self-concept and exploring aspects and intersections of their ethnic, cultural, racial, sexual, and gender identities.

Each of us is our own, unique universe, existing in a multiverse of connection with others. I am particularly attuned to how you and I connect, what patterns are created, what barriers exist, and what are the costs and benefits to you of maintaining or changing those. I am keenly aware how each of us is situated in a larger world of social relations, privilege, and oppression, and how those influence who we are. Through understanding and compassion, I can help you realize a more fulfilling, peaceful relationship with yourself and more satisfying relationships with others.

How can I help? That's how therapy begins. Whether you decided to seek therapy because you're sad, anxious, angry, struggling in your job or relationship, or because you are pursuing self-growth, choosing a therapist can be overwhelming. If you're looking for a therapist who is warm, direct, and focused on helping you be more honest with yourself and with others, then I might be a good fit for you. Ultimately, my goal is to help you live a better life.

As a clinical supervisor, my goal is to provide high-quality support and guidance to mental health providers. Clinicians are often overworked and under-supported. I provide empathy and collaboration to mental health providers as they navigate clinical issues and develop their personal intervention style. Supervision and consultation is based on individual needs and interests but typically encompass clinical questions and concerns, case consultation, navigating work settings and structures, best practices in service delivery and self care and burnout prevention.

My goal is to meet you where you are on your journey to wellness, and take you where you want to be. I create opportunities to express your narrative in a safe space, in a manner that is conducive to your well-being. I provide an inclusive judgment-free space regardless of background or identification. I help individuals gain insight into their own decisions, patterns of outcomes. I enjoy working with individuals who are experiencing a life transition or difficulty adjusting to change. Current clients describe my approach as warm, validating, and intentional.

As an art therapist in training, I provide a non-judgmental and creative place to connect to your innate wholeness and humanity. You are deserving of support and encouragement as you navigate the many challenges and interferences with your sense of belonging within a society that often tells you otherwise. My passion is providing support that helps you realign with the truths and wisdom already within yourself.

When struggling with mental health, especially after a trauma, many individuals feel powerless and hopeless. These feelings can lead to depression or anxiety, avoidance of things we used to enjoy, or feeling disengaged from the life we want to live. I help individuals feel supported and confident to re-engage in life.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist skilled at creating a safe therapeutic space where hope fuels change, forges resilience and inspires growth for families, couples and individuals. I have been honored to work in multiple cross-cultural contexts and am dedicated to incorporating culturally sensitive and contextually informed practices in therapy. I am passionate about empowering clients to find congruence, balance, self-compassion, and transformation in their lives. I offer a warm and supportive atmosphere that is strength-based and goal-oriented.