Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Lake View, Chicago, IL
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Anna Glass
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have worked extensively with individuals, families and groups addressing issues related to depression, anxiety, grief,
trauma
and abuse.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is foremost in creating a safe space for clients to explore issues, identify patterns of relating, resolve conflicts, find meaning and seek answers. I believe strongly that this relationship coupled with each client's unique history, needs and strengths will help serve as a guide to treatment. I have nearly 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families.

Keith W Merrifield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page. You are likely here because you are experiencing some emotional distress and are considering counseling. One of the most important decisions you will now make is choosing a therapist whose therapeutic approach will work best for you. To that end, it’s my pleasure to provide you with this brief biography and I look forward to meeting with you and continuing the journey towards your health and well-being. I have worked extensively with issues such as Anxiety,
Trauma
, Addictions, Anger, Loss, Depression, Relationships, Families, Self-Harm, Personality Disorders, and Life Changes.

Cori Braun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and families who may be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety,
PTSD
,
trauma
, grief and loss, feelings of isolation and disconnection, coping with life changes, and more. I bring play, creativity, mindfulness, and breath work into therapy to help foster a sense of empowerment, presence, and freedom in others.
Tiaressa Doyle
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Life can be difficult, and we all need support. You are not alone! My name is Tiaressa and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience helping clients get through difficult times in their lives. I work with adults, families, couples, adolescents, and children and my areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, and
trauma
. My approach is person-centered and solution focused and I use several techniques to address specific client needs including CBT, DBT, Motival Interviewing, and Art Therapy, amongst others.

Allison Nelson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a certified
trauma
professional - specially trained in
trauma
-informed approaches, but use an eclectic style of treatment.
My approach as a counselor is highly relational, I believe that acceptance, safety, and trust are important aspects of engendering connection with people, particularly in clinical work. We all have a unique lens through which we view and understand the world - I focus on understanding each individuals’ subjective experiences that create their realities and facilitating the exploration of perspective through a variety of expressions. I believe we can all find more compassion toward ourselves and others by tapping into our innate healing intelligence to achieve greater coping and balance.

Madeline E. Arroyo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
As a
trauma
-informed therapist, I understand that just as everyone has a story to tell, everyone has a story to heal from.
My own therapeutic journey has shaped the therapist I am today as someone who values creating non-judgmental safe spaces for my clients. As an Integrative therapist I believe there is no single approach that can treat each client in all situations. That is why we will use different therapeutic approaches that are tailored just for you from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Aspects of Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, and Mindfulness. Through collaboration we will create direction by exploring what matters most to you.The areas I specialize in are depression,
trauma
, self-esteem, life transitions, and other issues.
Waitlist for new clients

Taylor Eippert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTS-I
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical
Trauma
Specialist with experience in group and individual therapy in acute psychiatric hospital and university settings. As a therapist, her goal is to provide relief from emotional burdens and help navigate life’s obstacles. She believes that by learning tools for better coping and increasing self-awareness, every individual has the capacity to heal and to increase their sense of balance and well-being.
Not accepting new clients

Manisha Dayal
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I work with couples, families, and individuals struggling with multicultural issues, GLBTQ issues, domestic violence,
post-traumatic stress
, childhood sexual
trauma
, infertility, and a multitude of other issues.
"Direct," "empathetic," "non-judgmental," and "gentle" is how clients describe my approach. With respect, care, and guidance toward empowerment, my expertise is working with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship obstacles, adult/child survivors of sexual abuse, LGBTQ clients, women of color, South-Asian clients, and clients from all walks of life. I believe that trust and comfort are the foundation of each client/therapist relationship. This journey, which begins with what I know as a very difficult first step, is about you.

Jeanine Moreland
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am passionately committed to helping people who have experienced
trauma
, who are struggling to live their fullest, most authentic lives. If that is you, you are a survivor and have possibly been made to feel “less-than.” That might mean you are a person who has experienced interpersonal, combat, or environmental
trauma
or are a member of the LGBTQ+ community and has experienced the
trauma
of being “othered.” I will work to help you heal, build resiliency, and recognize your potential. I will help you realize you have the power within yourself to break free from the suffering and grief of
trauma
and oppression.

Andrea Espinosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have a wide range of experience helping children, adolescents and adults work through anxiety,
trauma
, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, boundary setting, and other life challenges.
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your thoughts and feelings? Seeking therapy can be difficult and it takes strength and courage to take the first step. I am here to create a safe space to process your experiences, and I consider it a privilege to be able to take part in this journey with you. I am a bilingual Spanish speaking therapist who uses an integrative approach incorporating mindfulness,
trauma
focused-cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), solution-focused, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and strengths perspectives. I consider you the expert in your own life and I will provide support as you work towards healing.

Alexis Barkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexis is a clinical social worker that specializes in
trauma
-based treatment. She views psychotherapy as an opportunity for people to begin healing holistically. Alexis believes in the power of change and supports her clients in cultivating more balance in their daily lives. She enjoys working collaboratively alongside clients to find relief from various life stressors.
Not accepting new clients

Jamie Eisenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My style is empathic, accepting, relational, and
trauma
-informed.
Choosing to begin therapy shows incredible inner strength and a desire to invest in yourself. This investment will allow you to understand all parts of yourself, establish authentic connections with others, and voice your needs in ways that can be heard. When you can do this, you are able to manage the staggering complexities that exist within life, as well as find joy in the process of living.

Silvija Barisic
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
My special areas of focus include depression, anxiety disorders,
trauma
and stress related disorders, cross-cultural issues, self-esteem issues.
If you feel unsuccessful, unproductive, unloved, overwhelmed by your own or other people expectations; stressed at work, home, or feel professionally and socially inadequate; or if you are going through sudden crises,
trauma
, loss, disruptive transitions such as job loss, divorce, and migration, then these problems could be addressed, transformed, and healed through counseling process. My extensive counseling experience has helped many clients to re-build their self-confidence, regain lost hope, and transcendent barriers. I am confident that together we can transform adversities into potentials and weaknesses into strengths.

Kimberly Shapps
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW, ICDVP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In addition to divorce counseling, my areas of specialization include relationship and peer issues, self-esteem, life transitions, domestic abuse, sexual abuse,
trauma and PTSD
.
I began my career as a practicing attorney representing women in abusive relationships in order of protection and divorce proceedings. As a therapist, I use my legal and therapeutic background to provide individual counseling prior to, during, and after divorce. Divorce is a traumatic life event that can have a ripple effect on nearly every aspect of one's life. I offer clients both concrete help to better understand the legal system and what they can expect from the process, while also working to gain deeper insight into what happened in the relationship and starting to heal from the experience.

Laura Howland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I believe the relationship you develop with yourself is the foundation for the relationships you create in the world around you. A strong foundation requires that you remain openminded and are prepared to challenge your assumptions. Since beginning my therapy practice I have had the opportunity to work with clients contending with a wide variety of issues to include but not limited to:
trauma
and post traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, resource insecurity, gender and sexuality validation, chronic pain, and loss.

Ellen Ford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
With a specialization in
trauma
, my training is inclusive of diverse treatment modalities and interventions.
I believe that every person holds unique life experiences that cumulate to create the story of who they are. These stories provide context to how people express themselves and view the world around them. Within the therapeutic space, I seek to meet clients in a warm, non-judgmental environment, one that is guided by a holistic framework to identify what health and wellness look like for each individual. By incorporating a strengths-based approach and emphasizing acceptance, I focus on collaboratively exploring each person's story to find the balance in accepting what they cannot control and making changes in areas they can.

Sara Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Reaching out to a complete stranger to talk about your personal life can be unsettling. Oftentimes, what makes us uncomfortable helps us to grow. If you are ready to take the next step into therapy, know that I will start where you are and we will go from there. We will work together to come up with what you want out of therapy and work together to accomplish your goals. My aim is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental, reflective space to continue your personal growth. In sessions, you will find my approach to be relational, strength based, and
trauma
informed.

Elizabeth Diaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LCSW, MA
Verified
Verified
Currently have a waitlist of 2-3 months. I specialize in treating individuals who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety (including performance anxiety), depression, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders (
PTSD
). I have experience working with individuals who have experienced or been witness to severe
trauma
including sexual abuse, childhood abuse, traumatic loss, birth
trauma
, loss of a parent, etc. Additionally, I am trained in working with individuals who have adjustment disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and developmental disabilities and disorders, including autism spectrum disorder and dyslexia.

Gwendolyn Hickey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a
trauma
-informed therapist, I believe developing trust and safety within the therapeutic relationship is crucial to doing meaningful work together. For this reason, I strive to bring warmth and authenticity to my sessions with the goal of supporting clients in feeling truly seen and heard. In graduate school, I trained in feminist therapy which has informed my belief that clients are experts of their own experience and given me a deep understanding of how identity and oppression relate to one’s mental health. I am particularly interested in working with my clients around
trauma
, grief/loss, and relationships.

Alexi Peters
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexi Peters MA, LCPC is sex-positive, fat positive, queer therapist. She takes a warm yet honest approach to therapy strategically supporting clients in achieving their personal and interpersonal goals through actionable work. Alexi primarily utilizes narrative therapy, DBT, and RODBT to work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, panic,
trauma
, eating disorders, body image, LGBTQIA+ and sexual health, including gender identity and gender affirming needs.
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