Emotionally Focused Therapists in River North, Chicago, IL
Denise K Netko
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Additionally, I am a Level 2 Trained Gottman Therapist and have completed the 4-day EFT Externship with Dr.
In our modern world, many of us recognize the need to take time to slow down and get in tune with ourselves and our relationships. I actively engage with clients in a reflective process to explore current life stressors, challenges, & behavioral patterns. A relational framework is utilized to help guide clients through an exploration of how current and past relationships influence their lives. Within the context of a safe and trusting therapeutic environment, I help clients to identify the steps needed to overcome challenges and promote positive change.
Additionally, I am a Level 2 Trained Gottman Therapist and have completed the 4-day EFT Externship with Dr.
In our modern world, many of us recognize the need to take time to slow down and get in tune with ourselves and our relationships. I actively engage with clients in a reflective process to explore current life stressors, challenges, & behavioral patterns. A relational framework is utilized to help guide clients through an exploration of how current and past relationships influence their lives. Within the context of a safe and trusting therapeutic environment, I help clients to identify the steps needed to overcome challenges and promote positive change.
I also utilize Attachment Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
At times, therapy will be directed towards learning to cope and manage chronic conditions such as depressive/anxiety disorders and medical conditions. Other times therapy may be to gain personal growth, healthier relationships and/or self-awareness. Clients may need support and guidance through life changes: dating, marriage, divorce, pregnancy, grief, loss.
I also utilize Attachment Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
At times, therapy will be directed towards learning to cope and manage chronic conditions such as depressive/anxiety disorders and medical conditions. Other times therapy may be to gain personal growth, healthier relationships and/or self-awareness. Clients may need support and guidance through life changes: dating, marriage, divorce, pregnancy, grief, loss.
Jessica Wang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60601
I primarily use Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness, among other approaches, in my work with couples and individuals.
Do you suspect something is holding you back from living your best life? If so, you’re not alone, and counseling can help. I specialize in contextual behavior change counseling. This means we’ll take time to understand your circumstances and how we can make adjustments to help you create the life you desire.
I primarily use Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness, among other approaches, in my work with couples and individuals.
Do you suspect something is holding you back from living your best life? If so, you’re not alone, and counseling can help. I specialize in contextual behavior change counseling. This means we’ll take time to understand your circumstances and how we can make adjustments to help you create the life you desire.
Igor Soloveychik
Psychologist, PsyD, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
I have completed advanced training in the EFT / Emotionally Focused Therapy to help couples.
Dr. Soloveychik focuses on treatment of sex and love addiction (pornography, infidelity, escorts, romantic obsessions) and sexual anorexia. For the past 15+ years, I’ve had the privilege to provide concierge therapeutic relationships to help individuals and their partners to stop out of control damaging sexually compulsive behaviors. You can heal the shame, loneliness, and possible presence of attachment failures/trauma. You can stop using sex to cope with stress/boredom. End seeking external validation and artificial dopamine dependence; regain lost time, become more present, and experience intimate loving honest relationships.
I have completed advanced training in the EFT / Emotionally Focused Therapy to help couples.
Dr. Soloveychik focuses on treatment of sex and love addiction (pornography, infidelity, escorts, romantic obsessions) and sexual anorexia. For the past 15+ years, I’ve had the privilege to provide concierge therapeutic relationships to help individuals and their partners to stop out of control damaging sexually compulsive behaviors. You can heal the shame, loneliness, and possible presence of attachment failures/trauma. You can stop using sex to cope with stress/boredom. End seeking external validation and artificial dopamine dependence; regain lost time, become more present, and experience intimate loving honest relationships.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Chicago
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60601
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Stephanie Whitman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, JD
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
I use a combination of Gottman, emotionally focused therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Parts theory and solution focused therapy.
Are you struggling in your relationships? Are you and your partner experiencing conflict that you can't seem to resolve? I can help you understand the underlying issues and needs that lead to withdrawal or anger, and work with you to re-establish strong bonds. Together we will identify the negative patterns that repeat, learn how to interrupt those and to instead create positive conflict resolution skills. I am passionate about the work I do as a therapist, and I respect each person's struggle and strengths.
I use a combination of Gottman, emotionally focused therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Parts theory and solution focused therapy.
Are you struggling in your relationships? Are you and your partner experiencing conflict that you can't seem to resolve? I can help you understand the underlying issues and needs that lead to withdrawal or anger, and work with you to re-establish strong bonds. Together we will identify the negative patterns that repeat, learn how to interrupt those and to instead create positive conflict resolution skills. I am passionate about the work I do as a therapist, and I respect each person's struggle and strengths.
I'm trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, useful in strengthening trust between you and your partner.
Relationships are opportunities for growth and exploration and yet can be the sources of some of our most painful hurts and losses. Therapy itself is a relationship, and I aim to build one with clients that is healing and connective. I help people who often feel like they're "too much" or "not enough" better understand themselves. I make room for the tough stuff, the things that are often too big or difficult to talk about.
I'm trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, useful in strengthening trust between you and your partner.
Relationships are opportunities for growth and exploration and yet can be the sources of some of our most painful hurts and losses. Therapy itself is a relationship, and I aim to build one with clients that is healing and connective. I help people who often feel like they're "too much" or "not enough" better understand themselves. I make room for the tough stuff, the things that are often too big or difficult to talk about.
I'm experienced in trauma, EFT tapping, and other somatic therapies.
My name is Twana Curry. I am an LCSW in multiple states with over 20+ years in the field. I am glad you are here, this is the first step in a journey. Do you ever feel like something is missing, but can't put your finger on it Are you looking to go deeper in your journey, wanting to find the calm and balance with your past, present, and your future. This is when we seek guidance, we may be experiencing chronic stress, pain, depression, anxiety, grief, or as of late feeling like this world is not something you recognize any longer.
I'm experienced in trauma, EFT tapping, and other somatic therapies.
My name is Twana Curry. I am an LCSW in multiple states with over 20+ years in the field. I am glad you are here, this is the first step in a journey. Do you ever feel like something is missing, but can't put your finger on it Are you looking to go deeper in your journey, wanting to find the calm and balance with your past, present, and your future. This is when we seek guidance, we may be experiencing chronic stress, pain, depression, anxiety, grief, or as of late feeling like this world is not something you recognize any longer.
Cressie Goode
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60654
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), which hones in on identifying and processing emotions relationally and intellectually.
My population of focus is adults of all ages who are experiencing relational conflict, family discord, childhood or more recent trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, issues with self-esteem, and lifestyle transitions. I assist individuals who wish to explore LGBTQIA+ identities and gender affirming care.
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), which hones in on identifying and processing emotions relationally and intellectually.
My population of focus is adults of all ages who are experiencing relational conflict, family discord, childhood or more recent trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, issues with self-esteem, and lifestyle transitions. I assist individuals who wish to explore LGBTQIA+ identities and gender affirming care.
Fatima Mohammad
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
The two that stand out to me are EFT & CBT.
Navigating relationships is challenging. Whether it's a relationship with a spouse, partner, sibling, parent, boss or even the relationship you have with your career and dating life. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I use a systemic lens to work with both individuals and couples. Every relationship you have looks different. I get to work with you to build and sustain the type of relationships that you want to have. We will work on clinical goals by pulling from various therapeutic models and by building a genuine relationship with one another so that you get the therapeutic outcomes and relationships that are important to you!
The two that stand out to me are EFT & CBT.
Navigating relationships is challenging. Whether it's a relationship with a spouse, partner, sibling, parent, boss or even the relationship you have with your career and dating life. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I use a systemic lens to work with both individuals and couples. Every relationship you have looks different. I get to work with you to build and sustain the type of relationships that you want to have. We will work on clinical goals by pulling from various therapeutic models and by building a genuine relationship with one another so that you get the therapeutic outcomes and relationships that are important to you!
My practice approach: Relational, EFT, Gottman Informed, Collaborative partnership, Strengths-based approach, Empirically validated interventions, Client-Driven, Insight Oriented, Custom-tailored and Individualized, Motivational interviewing
The decision to seek therapy can be difficult, as it's hard to reach out for help. My goal is to make therapy feel less overwhelming through a collaborative partnership where together we identify your challenges and develop healthy coping skills. My style, rooted in warmth and humor, utilizes the therapeutic relationship to explore positive change and growth. Customized feedback and a range of strategies are provided drawing from evidenced based research and years of clinical expertise. I specialize in individual and couples therapy uniquely focusing on enhancing relationships, healing from the past, and thriving individually.
My practice approach: Relational, EFT, Gottman Informed, Collaborative partnership, Strengths-based approach, Empirically validated interventions, Client-Driven, Insight Oriented, Custom-tailored and Individualized, Motivational interviewing
The decision to seek therapy can be difficult, as it's hard to reach out for help. My goal is to make therapy feel less overwhelming through a collaborative partnership where together we identify your challenges and develop healthy coping skills. My style, rooted in warmth and humor, utilizes the therapeutic relationship to explore positive change and growth. Customized feedback and a range of strategies are provided drawing from evidenced based research and years of clinical expertise. I specialize in individual and couples therapy uniquely focusing on enhancing relationships, healing from the past, and thriving individually.
Meet Our Emotionally Focused Therapists
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), the Gottman Method, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), integrating these modalities to create personalized and effective treatment plans
In relationships, when we feel unheard, unseen, and invisible, it’s instinctual to yell—not to hurt the other person, but to soothe the ache inside of us. These moments often trigger a chain of painful interactions, and before we know it, things spiral out of control. As a therapist, I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate trauma, relationship challenges— infidelity and attachment struggles—and the complexities of adjusting to new cultures. I work to uncover the deeper needs beneath the conflict, offering practical tools to help improve communication, rebuild trust, and reconnect with one another.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), the Gottman Method, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), integrating these modalities to create personalized and effective treatment plans
In relationships, when we feel unheard, unseen, and invisible, it’s instinctual to yell—not to hurt the other person, but to soothe the ache inside of us. These moments often trigger a chain of painful interactions, and before we know it, things spiral out of control. As a therapist, I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate trauma, relationship challenges— infidelity and attachment struggles—and the complexities of adjusting to new cultures. I work to uncover the deeper needs beneath the conflict, offering practical tools to help improve communication, rebuild trust, and reconnect with one another.
I have training/experience in a variety of treatment modalities including drama therapy and expressive arts therapy, Ketamine Asissted Psychotherapy, DBT, ACT, EMDR, psychodynamic, and EFT.
Are you feeling stuck or unsure of yourself? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, work/life balance, relationship concerns, or how to achieve what you really want? I can help you find your authentic voice, connect to your inner strengths, discover new perspectives, and effectively assert yourself to make the positive changes you need. I will help you manage your self-critical voices and gain meaningful insights into your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. I specialize in helping young and not so young adults who are struggling with self-confidence, relationships, trauma, life transitions, and issues of identity.
I have training/experience in a variety of treatment modalities including drama therapy and expressive arts therapy, Ketamine Asissted Psychotherapy, DBT, ACT, EMDR, psychodynamic, and EFT.
Are you feeling stuck or unsure of yourself? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, work/life balance, relationship concerns, or how to achieve what you really want? I can help you find your authentic voice, connect to your inner strengths, discover new perspectives, and effectively assert yourself to make the positive changes you need. I will help you manage your self-critical voices and gain meaningful insights into your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. I specialize in helping young and not so young adults who are struggling with self-confidence, relationships, trauma, life transitions, and issues of identity.
I am a psychotherapist with extensive experience using Hypnosis, NLP, EMDR and EFT for medical procedures, weight loss, anxiety reduction, essential tremor, and other issues.
I specialize in hypnotherapy, which offers rapid results. I have helped countless people lose weight, stop smoking, get over their anxiety, fears, worries, phobias, broken hearts, and experience painless medical procedures, including childbirth. I also work with people with autoimmune disorders, allergies, sugar addictions, sports related issues and more.
I am a psychotherapist with extensive experience using Hypnosis, NLP, EMDR and EFT for medical procedures, weight loss, anxiety reduction, essential tremor, and other issues.
I specialize in hypnotherapy, which offers rapid results. I have helped countless people lose weight, stop smoking, get over their anxiety, fears, worries, phobias, broken hearts, and experience painless medical procedures, including childbirth. I also work with people with autoimmune disorders, allergies, sugar addictions, sports related issues and more.
Kelsey Baldwin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work from a client-centered lens and am passionate about working with individuals and relationships navigating: anxiety, depression, acute and complex trauma, relationship conflict and disconnection, communication issues, trust repair, sex and intimacy issues in, identity exploration, unaddressed family of origin attachment wounds, inner child healing, and challenges with self-esteem and self-confidence. I attend to being a culturally competent therapist that considers the contexts and identities of my clients, and foster a therapeutic space that is identity-affirming, sex-positive, anti-racist, and polyamorous- and kink-friendly.
I work from a client-centered lens and am passionate about working with individuals and relationships navigating: anxiety, depression, acute and complex trauma, relationship conflict and disconnection, communication issues, trust repair, sex and intimacy issues in, identity exploration, unaddressed family of origin attachment wounds, inner child healing, and challenges with self-esteem and self-confidence. I attend to being a culturally competent therapist that considers the contexts and identities of my clients, and foster a therapeutic space that is identity-affirming, sex-positive, anti-racist, and polyamorous- and kink-friendly.
How do we get through this conflict? Are we even compatible anymore? How can we have a relationship that is more fulfilling? How do we navigate this big change? As a relational therapist, I help couples and individuals address these common, sensitive questions. For clients who have decided to divorce, I help facilitate the process of separation and divorce. One of the things my past clients have appreciated about me is my extraordinary openness. I don't expect people to be a certain way, and I don't expect their relationships to take a certain form. Each relationship is as unique as the individuals in it.
How do we get through this conflict? Are we even compatible anymore? How can we have a relationship that is more fulfilling? How do we navigate this big change? As a relational therapist, I help couples and individuals address these common, sensitive questions. For clients who have decided to divorce, I help facilitate the process of separation and divorce. One of the things my past clients have appreciated about me is my extraordinary openness. I don't expect people to be a certain way, and I don't expect their relationships to take a certain form. Each relationship is as unique as the individuals in it.
I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
As a licensed therapist specializing in complex trauma, I am dedicated to empowering my clients to navigate the complexities of their lives with resilience and grace. I recognize that uncovering and processing trauma can be unnerving and challenging. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where I empower clients as they explore thoughts and feelings, develop effective coping strategies, and build a life that aligns with their values and goals.
I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
As a licensed therapist specializing in complex trauma, I am dedicated to empowering my clients to navigate the complexities of their lives with resilience and grace. I recognize that uncovering and processing trauma can be unnerving and challenging. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where I empower clients as they explore thoughts and feelings, develop effective coping strategies, and build a life that aligns with their values and goals.
Mallory Welsh Khan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting new clients! I help clients with their journey to become one's ideal self. I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing psychotherapy. My expertise is treating adults who struggle with anxiety/depression and are seeking to find a more meaningful life. I also enjoy working with new moms (as I too am a newer mom to a little one) and college students, faced with anxiety due to their life transition(s) which can bring on stress, depression, and/or anxiety with the many questions centering around, “What am I going to do next in my life?" "How do I navigate my new identity as a mother?"
Accepting new clients! I help clients with their journey to become one's ideal self. I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing psychotherapy. My expertise is treating adults who struggle with anxiety/depression and are seeking to find a more meaningful life. I also enjoy working with new moms (as I too am a newer mom to a little one) and college students, faced with anxiety due to their life transition(s) which can bring on stress, depression, and/or anxiety with the many questions centering around, “What am I going to do next in my life?" "How do I navigate my new identity as a mother?"
Anisa Brazier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60654
I believe that everyone deserves to have a sanctioned space where they can prioritize their needs and goals, in order to process past and present experiences. In a society where we may not be taught or allowed to experience a full range of emotions, I want to ensure that my clients will feel affirmed in their feelings, while simultaneously challenging them to analyze their roots. My primary goal is to support clients in healing from the inside out and tailor the therapeutic relationship to each individual's need, while simultaneously emphasizing the importance of community, connection, and collaboration to achieve liberation.
I believe that everyone deserves to have a sanctioned space where they can prioritize their needs and goals, in order to process past and present experiences. In a society where we may not be taught or allowed to experience a full range of emotions, I want to ensure that my clients will feel affirmed in their feelings, while simultaneously challenging them to analyze their roots. My primary goal is to support clients in healing from the inside out and tailor the therapeutic relationship to each individual's need, while simultaneously emphasizing the importance of community, connection, and collaboration to achieve liberation.
Accepting new clients in IL, AZ, IN, and NJ! Managing with Mindfulness offers a safe and judgement-free environment to unravel life’s greatest stressors, utilizing a variety of treatment methods to best serve your goals. We work primarily with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. We will work together to gently examine how your mind, body, and soul are interconnected. We will also assess how your current environment, work/school, and relationships impact your mental health. We plan to meet you where you are, in the present moment, regarding your goals and intentions.
Accepting new clients in IL, AZ, IN, and NJ! Managing with Mindfulness offers a safe and judgement-free environment to unravel life’s greatest stressors, utilizing a variety of treatment methods to best serve your goals. We work primarily with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. We will work together to gently examine how your mind, body, and soul are interconnected. We will also assess how your current environment, work/school, and relationships impact your mental health. We plan to meet you where you are, in the present moment, regarding your goals and intentions.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.