Female Therapists in Norwood Park, Chicago, IL
I specialize in supporting children, teens and women across the lifespan.
I am a certified eating disorder specialist and provide support for eating disorders, body image concerns, low self esteem, and perfectionism. I also support mood and anxiety disorders in children, teens, and adults including the perinatal period of pregnancy and postpartum. I offer a collaborative approach and welcome your supports to join a session.
I specialize in supporting children, teens and women across the lifespan.
I am a certified eating disorder specialist and provide support for eating disorders, body image concerns, low self esteem, and perfectionism. I also support mood and anxiety disorders in children, teens, and adults including the perinatal period of pregnancy and postpartum. I offer a collaborative approach and welcome your supports to join a session.
I specialize in working with divorced or divorcing women, codependency, addiction, and empowering women to build confidence.
Finding the right therapist is essential in one's journey toward overcoming obstacles. I believe counseling is a collaborative and creative process where we join together to establish the change you desire. I utilize a direct, honest, and genuine communication style in our relationship. My approach combines psychotherapy and the use of experiential therapy as a means of building communication, trust, and decision-making through individual and family treatment. My treatment also involves the partnership of animal assisted therapy with my Labrador Retriever.
I specialize in working with divorced or divorcing women, codependency, addiction, and empowering women to build confidence.
Finding the right therapist is essential in one's journey toward overcoming obstacles. I believe counseling is a collaborative and creative process where we join together to establish the change you desire. I utilize a direct, honest, and genuine communication style in our relationship. My approach combines psychotherapy and the use of experiential therapy as a means of building communication, trust, and decision-making through individual and family treatment. My treatment also involves the partnership of animal assisted therapy with my Labrador Retriever.
I provide clinical therapeutic services to individuals, couples and families. I am warm, compassionate and eager to partner with clients. I use a strengths-based approach and believe in the power of therapeutic relationships. My goal is to listen and understand clients and help them learn appropriate coping skills that can help them outside of the therapy session. I understand the courage it takes to ask for help.
I provide clinical therapeutic services to individuals, couples and families. I am warm, compassionate and eager to partner with clients. I use a strengths-based approach and believe in the power of therapeutic relationships. My goal is to listen and understand clients and help them learn appropriate coping skills that can help them outside of the therapy session. I understand the courage it takes to ask for help.
Depression, anxiety, and the stresses of everyday life can cause deep pain. Many times these issues center around family, relationships, physical, mental and emotional health, as well as one's work environment and searching for a sense of purpose. In these difficult moments, you most likely feel overwhelmed and stressed out, with a lack of work and rest balance, and a sense of unhappiness that can manifest itself in harmful ways. You need healthy ways to cope. You want to experience joy, feel more in control, and obtain a general sense of well-being in all the important areas of your life. I can help you with that!
Depression, anxiety, and the stresses of everyday life can cause deep pain. Many times these issues center around family, relationships, physical, mental and emotional health, as well as one's work environment and searching for a sense of purpose. In these difficult moments, you most likely feel overwhelmed and stressed out, with a lack of work and rest balance, and a sense of unhappiness that can manifest itself in harmful ways. You need healthy ways to cope. You want to experience joy, feel more in control, and obtain a general sense of well-being in all the important areas of your life. I can help you with that!
I have been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner for the last 3 years. Prior to obtaining my Master’s degree, I worked as a Registered Nurse for 10 years in several different settings. My approach to service and treatment is always patient centered. I’m a huge advocate for patient’s rights and encourage my patient’s to be involved in their own medical decisions. I strive on developing strong relationships with my patients and being the most compassionate, empathetic and nonjudgmental person so they can feel comfortable talking to me and opening up about their health concerns.
I have been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner for the last 3 years. Prior to obtaining my Master’s degree, I worked as a Registered Nurse for 10 years in several different settings. My approach to service and treatment is always patient centered. I’m a huge advocate for patient’s rights and encourage my patient’s to be involved in their own medical decisions. I strive on developing strong relationships with my patients and being the most compassionate, empathetic and nonjudgmental person so they can feel comfortable talking to me and opening up about their health concerns.
Do you struggle with life transitions (a new job, past relationship, maintaining adult friendships, or family dynamics)? Do you think of every possible scenario which leaves you exhausted and unmotivated? And ever wonder, why does it have to be like THIS? These are just a few examples of what often take up so much space and energy in our mind. Now more than ever, I hear stores of adult friendships being hard, relationships lacking communication, family members upset about how issues are dealt with extended family. These are hard!
Do you struggle with life transitions (a new job, past relationship, maintaining adult friendships, or family dynamics)? Do you think of every possible scenario which leaves you exhausted and unmotivated? And ever wonder, why does it have to be like THIS? These are just a few examples of what often take up so much space and energy in our mind. Now more than ever, I hear stores of adult friendships being hard, relationships lacking communication, family members upset about how issues are dealt with extended family. These are hard!
Melissa Rust is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Illinois, and a Nationally Certified Counselor, trained in EMDR and Gottman principles, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Are you having conflict in your relationships, feeling stuck, depressed, or anxious? My specialization is working with people to heal anxiety, PTSD, and depressive symptoms, and resolve relational conflicts. Counseling provides incredible benefits including improved mental health, enhanced coping skills, emotional support, personal growth and self-empowerment.
Melissa Rust is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Illinois, and a Nationally Certified Counselor, trained in EMDR and Gottman principles, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Are you having conflict in your relationships, feeling stuck, depressed, or anxious? My specialization is working with people to heal anxiety, PTSD, and depressive symptoms, and resolve relational conflicts. Counseling provides incredible benefits including improved mental health, enhanced coping skills, emotional support, personal growth and self-empowerment.
I am an experienced clinician who provides individual therapy for clients ages 18 and up. My areas of special interest are anxiety, depression, infertility, life changes and trauma. I also enjoy working with first responders. My counseling approach is person-centered utilizing techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy. I encourage clients to engage in self-reflection and help promote personal growth. I am passionate about my work and enjoy being a support for others. I feel honored to be able to help clients improve their mental health and wellness.
I am an experienced clinician who provides individual therapy for clients ages 18 and up. My areas of special interest are anxiety, depression, infertility, life changes and trauma. I also enjoy working with first responders. My counseling approach is person-centered utilizing techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy. I encourage clients to engage in self-reflection and help promote personal growth. I am passionate about my work and enjoy being a support for others. I feel honored to be able to help clients improve their mental health and wellness.
Analeise Parchen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwood Park, Chicago, IL 60646
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I am Analeise, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working in the NW side of Chicago where I offer individual and family therapy. I chiefly use Strengths Based, Client-Driven, and Person-Centered therapy. We are the experts on ourselves, even when thinking that conditions inside or outside of us are running the show. We have an innate drive to heal and grow. Therapy is designed to connect us with the truest expression of ourselves, not driven by anxiety or reactivity. It is a relief to know this is possible to access our best self; as a partner, parent, family member, or co-worker.
Hello! I am Analeise, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working in the NW side of Chicago where I offer individual and family therapy. I chiefly use Strengths Based, Client-Driven, and Person-Centered therapy. We are the experts on ourselves, even when thinking that conditions inside or outside of us are running the show. We have an innate drive to heal and grow. Therapy is designed to connect us with the truest expression of ourselves, not driven by anxiety or reactivity. It is a relief to know this is possible to access our best self; as a partner, parent, family member, or co-worker.
I specialize in working with relationship concerns, women's health issues (perinatal & postpartum concerns, and perinatal loss), grief/loss, acute trauma, PTSD, acculturation and/or immigration issues.
It takes a great deal of courage to share your experiences with someone, and I am honored to walk this journey with you! Together we can explore how current (and past) stressors and uncertainties may be impacting your lived experience. I aim to co-create an open and warm therapeutic space of collaboration where we can unfold your experiences and culture while strengthening insight, healthy coping skills, and self-compassion. In this process we can explore a holistic understanding of your self in the context of your relationships and the world. I offer easy-to-use, HIPAA-compliant TeleHealth/teletherapy services.
I specialize in working with relationship concerns, women's health issues (perinatal & postpartum concerns, and perinatal loss), grief/loss, acute trauma, PTSD, acculturation and/or immigration issues.
It takes a great deal of courage to share your experiences with someone, and I am honored to walk this journey with you! Together we can explore how current (and past) stressors and uncertainties may be impacting your lived experience. I aim to co-create an open and warm therapeutic space of collaboration where we can unfold your experiences and culture while strengthening insight, healthy coping skills, and self-compassion. In this process we can explore a holistic understanding of your self in the context of your relationships and the world. I offer easy-to-use, HIPAA-compliant TeleHealth/teletherapy services.
Deb McGarvey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, AM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwood Park, Chicago, IL 60631
Throughout our lives, every one of us will experience loss and grief, as well as other life events that can bring up challenges and all kinds of feelings. Whether they are related to the death of a loved one, loss related to pregnancy or health issues, difficult family dynamics, or any one of a myriad of life changes, those feelings are real and valid. I also work with folks dealing with anxiety and stress. My goal is to work together with you to honor your experience while helping you to navigate your situation in a way that feels right for you.
Throughout our lives, every one of us will experience loss and grief, as well as other life events that can bring up challenges and all kinds of feelings. Whether they are related to the death of a loved one, loss related to pregnancy or health issues, difficult family dynamics, or any one of a myriad of life changes, those feelings are real and valid. I also work with folks dealing with anxiety and stress. My goal is to work together with you to honor your experience while helping you to navigate your situation in a way that feels right for you.
Meet Our Female Therapists
Christina Vargas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Norwood Park, Chicago, IL 60656
Hi, I'm Christina Vargas, but you can refer to me as Christy! I'm a psychotherapist, but you might also call me a self-care/self-love advocate working towards eliminating the stigma of mental illness. I help people who long to feel emotionally safe and secure but are buried under mental obstacles. I guide them to commit to their journey of self-love, so that they can live their full potential and be the best version of themselves that they can be. I know from my own path to wellness and from helping many youth that investing in your mental health is so worth it and that you deserve to be happy.
Hi, I'm Christina Vargas, but you can refer to me as Christy! I'm a psychotherapist, but you might also call me a self-care/self-love advocate working towards eliminating the stigma of mental illness. I help people who long to feel emotionally safe and secure but are buried under mental obstacles. I guide them to commit to their journey of self-love, so that they can live their full potential and be the best version of themselves that they can be. I know from my own path to wellness and from helping many youth that investing in your mental health is so worth it and that you deserve to be happy.
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.
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.
Issues that I frequently address include life transitions, trauma and loss, women's issues, learning disabilities, giftedness, and relationship difficulties.
• COVID-19 UPDATE: http://margaretgrau.net/covid/ • I help people to discover the best within themselves, and to use their strengths to overcome internal and external obstacles to success. I am interested in working with a wide range of clients and concerns. My approach is to work collaboratively to resolve conflicts that may be impeding your progress.
Issues that I frequently address include life transitions, trauma and loss, women's issues, learning disabilities, giftedness, and relationship difficulties.
• COVID-19 UPDATE: http://margaretgrau.net/covid/ • I help people to discover the best within themselves, and to use their strengths to overcome internal and external obstacles to success. I am interested in working with a wide range of clients and concerns. My approach is to work collaboratively to resolve conflicts that may be impeding your progress.
Therapy is an adventure where you are the pilot, I your co-pilot, and together we can create a unique path to help you rise to your potential. Beginning your journey in therapy can be a daunting. It is my priority to help guide and support you in a journey that will be a parallel collaboration of learning and rediscovery. I believe that therapy is a fluid process that can help you not only work through distress, but also help discover your strengths and insight. Therapy will empower you by giving your experiences a voice and a say in the outcome of your future.
Therapy is an adventure where you are the pilot, I your co-pilot, and together we can create a unique path to help you rise to your potential. Beginning your journey in therapy can be a daunting. It is my priority to help guide and support you in a journey that will be a parallel collaboration of learning and rediscovery. I believe that therapy is a fluid process that can help you not only work through distress, but also help discover your strengths and insight. Therapy will empower you by giving your experiences a voice and a say in the outcome of your future.
Janice Merten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
During my years as a therapist, I've treated many clients who coped successfully with life's endless challenges until something happened that turned their lives upside down. Death, relationship conflicts and other upsetting experiences cause feelings of anxiety, depression, confusion or loneliness. To strengthen people who come to me, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental relationship that frees them to express their feelings and gain a sense of direction. They know that I'll listen carefully, take them seriously and help them regain emotional stability and peace. I am only accepting clients I've worked with in the past.
During my years as a therapist, I've treated many clients who coped successfully with life's endless challenges until something happened that turned their lives upside down. Death, relationship conflicts and other upsetting experiences cause feelings of anxiety, depression, confusion or loneliness. To strengthen people who come to me, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental relationship that frees them to express their feelings and gain a sense of direction. They know that I'll listen carefully, take them seriously and help them regain emotional stability and peace. I am only accepting clients I've worked with in the past.
Online Therapists
Christina Boyd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
We all long for deep, authentic connections, but we can often get stuck in old trauma-based patterns with those we love. We end up sacrificing our needs, avoiding vulnerability, or "acting out" in ways we don't understand. I enjoy helping people learn to trust their intuition, build self-esteem, communicate effectively, and create meaningful boundaries and connections in relationships. I work with individuals and couples of all ages, backgrounds, and identities. Together, we can identify new tools for navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and bodily symptoms rooted in unresolved trauma.
We all long for deep, authentic connections, but we can often get stuck in old trauma-based patterns with those we love. We end up sacrificing our needs, avoiding vulnerability, or "acting out" in ways we don't understand. I enjoy helping people learn to trust their intuition, build self-esteem, communicate effectively, and create meaningful boundaries and connections in relationships. I work with individuals and couples of all ages, backgrounds, and identities. Together, we can identify new tools for navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and bodily symptoms rooted in unresolved trauma.
I specialize in supporting stressed professionals, particularly high achieving women who often find themselves overwhelmed by the pressures of their careers, relationships, and personal expectations.
I understand the unique challenges and pressures that high achievers face and provide a safe space to explore and address burnout, work-life balance, perfectionism, self-care, and the unfulfilling relationship dynamics that high achieving women often find themselves in.
I specialize in supporting stressed professionals, particularly high achieving women who often find themselves overwhelmed by the pressures of their careers, relationships, and personal expectations.
I understand the unique challenges and pressures that high achievers face and provide a safe space to explore and address burnout, work-life balance, perfectionism, self-care, and the unfulfilling relationship dynamics that high achieving women often find themselves in.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by persistent worries, intrusive thoughts, or feelings of sadness? Do you find yourself struggling with relationship issues or paralyzed by anxiety? You're not alone, and seeking help is the first step towards healing.I am dedicated to supporting individuals and couples through their journeys with OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, and relationship stress. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to meet your unique needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by persistent worries, intrusive thoughts, or feelings of sadness? Do you find yourself struggling with relationship issues or paralyzed by anxiety? You're not alone, and seeking help is the first step towards healing.I am dedicated to supporting individuals and couples through their journeys with OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, and relationship stress. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to meet your unique needs.
Sometimes, you just feel like a fraud. Pretending to be excited for the weekend. People congratulate you at work for your achievement but never invite you to drinks or even a virtual happy hour at the end of the day. While you're not losing your mind, you're just not in the space you thought you'd be when coming to live in this country. I know you are going to hate to hear this, but you are not alone. Transitions are hard to maneuver at times and can take much longer than a few months to get through. And that's ok.
Sometimes, you just feel like a fraud. Pretending to be excited for the weekend. People congratulate you at work for your achievement but never invite you to drinks or even a virtual happy hour at the end of the day. While you're not losing your mind, you're just not in the space you thought you'd be when coming to live in this country. I know you are going to hate to hear this, but you are not alone. Transitions are hard to maneuver at times and can take much longer than a few months to get through. And that's ok.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.