Zelis Healthcare Therapists in River North, Chicago, IL
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Hajjar Inshirah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Hajjar Inshirah, LSW, is a dedicated social worker with over eight years of experience supporting individuals across Illinois in navigating life’s challenges. She provides compassionate care to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, fostering a safe and collaborative environment for healing and growth. Hajjar specializes in helping clients manage anxiety, trauma (PTSD), and reproductive challenges, using personalized strategies to empower and build resilience. Hajjar is particularly passionate about addressing developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and supporting LGBTQ+ individuals.
Hajjar Inshirah, LSW, is a dedicated social worker with over eight years of experience supporting individuals across Illinois in navigating life’s challenges. She provides compassionate care to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, fostering a safe and collaborative environment for healing and growth. Hajjar specializes in helping clients manage anxiety, trauma (PTSD), and reproductive challenges, using personalized strategies to empower and build resilience. Hajjar is particularly passionate about addressing developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and supporting LGBTQ+ individuals.
Dr. Sheila Mander is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 13 years of experience. She specializes in psychological and neuropsychological testing, diagnosis, and assessment of psychiatric diagnoses. Dr. Mander uses an integrative model of intervention, including existential, person centered, transpersonal, and psychodynamic approaches. Dr. Mander is a clinical psychologist focusing on the diverse needs of individuals in the community. She holds a clinical license issued by the state of Illinois. Her approach begins with cultural humility and meeting a client where they are.
Dr. Sheila Mander is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 13 years of experience. She specializes in psychological and neuropsychological testing, diagnosis, and assessment of psychiatric diagnoses. Dr. Mander uses an integrative model of intervention, including existential, person centered, transpersonal, and psychodynamic approaches. Dr. Mander is a clinical psychologist focusing on the diverse needs of individuals in the community. She holds a clinical license issued by the state of Illinois. Her approach begins with cultural humility and meeting a client where they are.
Jaclyn Weiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Jaclyn Weiss, LCSW, is dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space for clients throughout Illinois. She brings warmth and compassion to her practice, fostering a comfortable environment where clients can work on their mental health challenges. Jaclyn specializes in helping adults and seniors. With extensive training in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT , Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT , and Exposure Response Prevention ERP, she offers a structured approach to equip clients with coping skills and emotional regulation techniques.
Jaclyn Weiss, LCSW, is dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space for clients throughout Illinois. She brings warmth and compassion to her practice, fostering a comfortable environment where clients can work on their mental health challenges. Jaclyn specializes in helping adults and seniors. With extensive training in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT , Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT , and Exposure Response Prevention ERP, she offers a structured approach to equip clients with coping skills and emotional regulation techniques.
Whether clients have been in therapy before or are seeking a therapist for the first time, Hattie recognizes the challenges of starting with someone new. She primarily uses ACT which combines cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices to help clients achieve their goals. Hattie draws from psychodynamic therapy, DBT, and internal family systems as well, tailoring her approach to each individual. Hattie focuses on the mind-body connection throughout her work. She sees the client-therapist relationship as foundational to effective therapy and fosters an atmosphere of warmth and compassion.
Whether clients have been in therapy before or are seeking a therapist for the first time, Hattie recognizes the challenges of starting with someone new. She primarily uses ACT which combines cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices to help clients achieve their goals. Hattie draws from psychodynamic therapy, DBT, and internal family systems as well, tailoring her approach to each individual. Hattie focuses on the mind-body connection throughout her work. She sees the client-therapist relationship as foundational to effective therapy and fosters an atmosphere of warmth and compassion.
Taylor Kiener, LCSW, recognizes the strength it takes to reach out for support and the vulnerability that goes into sharing difficult emotions. She aims to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to freely express thoughts they may not be able to share elsewhere.
Taylor supports adolescents, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, and more.
Taylor Kiener, LCSW, recognizes the strength it takes to reach out for support and the vulnerability that goes into sharing difficult emotions. She aims to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to freely express thoughts they may not be able to share elsewhere.
Taylor supports adolescents, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, and more.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Cherrell Gayles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Cherrell Gayles is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. She has an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Cherrell practicies from a holistic and individually focused lens. She likes to uncover more about the client's life experiences to gain a better understanding of how they would like to plan to move on to create a better quality of life. In her free time, Cherrell enjoys drawing, painting, writing poetry/stories, cooking, gardening, and traveling.
Cherrell Gayles is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. She has an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Cherrell practicies from a holistic and individually focused lens. She likes to uncover more about the client's life experiences to gain a better understanding of how they would like to plan to move on to create a better quality of life. In her free time, Cherrell enjoys drawing, painting, writing poetry/stories, cooking, gardening, and traveling.
Stephanie Alvarez, LCSW, knows going to therapy is a vulnerable experience, so she creates a safe and inviting environment to allow her clients to express themselves in an honest way. In sessions, she takes a holistic approach to tailor therapeutic tools that best support each client's needs. She also considers a client's social and cultural background to enhance her understanding of each client. Each person has a different path to healing, and she enjoys discovering that path together. Stephanie uses a combination of modalities such as CBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed interventions, and psychodynamic influences.
Stephanie Alvarez, LCSW, knows going to therapy is a vulnerable experience, so she creates a safe and inviting environment to allow her clients to express themselves in an honest way. In sessions, she takes a holistic approach to tailor therapeutic tools that best support each client's needs. She also considers a client's social and cultural background to enhance her understanding of each client. Each person has a different path to healing, and she enjoys discovering that path together. Stephanie uses a combination of modalities such as CBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed interventions, and psychodynamic influences.
Philip Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Philip Montgomery, LPC, PhD, has a track record of delivering high-quality services to individuals with a variety of emotional difficulties. He believes each client's voice needs to be heard and their stories validated to allow them to feel safe so the work can begin. Philip earned an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Roosevelt University and a PhD from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Philip Montgomery, LPC, PhD, has a track record of delivering high-quality services to individuals with a variety of emotional difficulties. He believes each client's voice needs to be heard and their stories validated to allow them to feel safe so the work can begin. Philip earned an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Roosevelt University and a PhD from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Sarah Donohue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Sarah Donohue is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes in partnering with clients to explore what is causing their discomfort. She works from a client-centered perspective so that the client knows they are the expert in their story. Sarah incorporates mindfulness practices into sessions to help calm the often-overactive nervous system. Prior to coming to LifeStance, Sarah worked in Child Welfare for 4 years. She provided a multitude of services for children and families in the foster care system who experienced trauma, abuse, and neglect.
Sarah Donohue is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes in partnering with clients to explore what is causing their discomfort. She works from a client-centered perspective so that the client knows they are the expert in their story. Sarah incorporates mindfulness practices into sessions to help calm the often-overactive nervous system. Prior to coming to LifeStance, Sarah worked in Child Welfare for 4 years. She provided a multitude of services for children and families in the foster care system who experienced trauma, abuse, and neglect.
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Delorth Stallworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Delorth Stallworth, LSW is a licensed Social Worker with a master's degree in social work from Chicago State University. With a focus on direct practice, Delorth has extensive experience working with children and families in various settings. Delorth began her career supporting children and families within the foster care system. She then transitioned to working counseling center, specializing in evaluating and assessing risk factors. This work involved empowering individuals through personal growth and providing individual counseling.
Delorth Stallworth, LSW is a licensed Social Worker with a master's degree in social work from Chicago State University. With a focus on direct practice, Delorth has extensive experience working with children and families in various settings. Delorth began her career supporting children and families within the foster care system. She then transitioned to working counseling center, specializing in evaluating and assessing risk factors. This work involved empowering individuals through personal growth and providing individual counseling.
Katherine Nimrod
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Katherine Nimrod is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2021. Katherine offers a blend of warmth, direct communication, and calm energy. She has extensive experience with trauma and anxiety through her work with AmeriCorps in Anchorage, Alaska, where she worked with HIV and the needle exchange with drug addicts. Additionally, Katherine brings trauma and moral injury experience through her research at the VA with veterans. Katherine has experience working with many populations such as hospice, incarcerated youth, and natural disaster survivors.
Katherine Nimrod is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2021. Katherine offers a blend of warmth, direct communication, and calm energy. She has extensive experience with trauma and anxiety through her work with AmeriCorps in Anchorage, Alaska, where she worked with HIV and the needle exchange with drug addicts. Additionally, Katherine brings trauma and moral injury experience through her research at the VA with veterans. Katherine has experience working with many populations such as hospice, incarcerated youth, and natural disaster survivors.
Vicente Solis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Vicente Solis is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. He finished his B.A. in Psychology and Theatre in 2016 and his Masters of Social Work in 2020. Vicente has worked with clients on Behavioral Health Coping and Regulation Skills, spoke on topics of Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Bullying, LGBTQIA2+ Support, trained colleagues, volunteers and clients on Oppression, Cultural Competency and Bias Training. Additionally, professional experience has allowed Vicente to work with adults and children who have experienced Homicide and Other Violent Crimes, those impacted by cancer, Substance Use.
Vicente Solis is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. He finished his B.A. in Psychology and Theatre in 2016 and his Masters of Social Work in 2020. Vicente has worked with clients on Behavioral Health Coping and Regulation Skills, spoke on topics of Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Bullying, LGBTQIA2+ Support, trained colleagues, volunteers and clients on Oppression, Cultural Competency and Bias Training. Additionally, professional experience has allowed Vicente to work with adults and children who have experienced Homicide and Other Violent Crimes, those impacted by cancer, Substance Use.
Benedicta Bonsu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Benedicta Bonsu is a dedicated licensed Social Worker based in Illinois, committed to guiding individuals through the path of mental wellness, healing, and personal development. With a Master's degree from the prestigious James Addams College of Social Work at the University of Illinois Chicago and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Western Illinois University, Benedicta brings a wealth of academic knowledge and real-world experience to her practice. As a compassionate therapist, Benedicta has honed her skills through previous experiences working with children and youth in school settings.
Benedicta Bonsu is a dedicated licensed Social Worker based in Illinois, committed to guiding individuals through the path of mental wellness, healing, and personal development. With a Master's degree from the prestigious James Addams College of Social Work at the University of Illinois Chicago and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Western Illinois University, Benedicta brings a wealth of academic knowledge and real-world experience to her practice. As a compassionate therapist, Benedicta has honed her skills through previous experiences working with children and youth in school settings.
Nina Dismukes has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling with attention issues, learning disabilities, substance use, self-esteem, expressing emotions, trauma, coping skills, and more. Nina believes that effective therapy is a soulful-healing process that takes time, patience, loyalty, self-love, and the openness to communicate. Nina feels that it is important to help empower patients by allowing them to express themselves in a way that makes them feel comfortable and safe.
Nina Dismukes has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling with attention issues, learning disabilities, substance use, self-esteem, expressing emotions, trauma, coping skills, and more. Nina believes that effective therapy is a soulful-healing process that takes time, patience, loyalty, self-love, and the openness to communicate. Nina feels that it is important to help empower patients by allowing them to express themselves in a way that makes them feel comfortable and safe.
Ashleigh Heller
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
My Therapeutic Approach: I work with individuals of all ages, including children through adults. I offer both office/in-person and Telehealth sessions. I use a relationship-based, client-focused, collaborative, and trauma-informed approach to counseling. I consider all domains that make up a whole person- i. e. mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, etc. It is my philosophy that with patience, determination, trust, and meaningful connection, insight and healing are attainable. I am passionate about supporting individuals while they navigate the various trials that occur in life.
My Therapeutic Approach: I work with individuals of all ages, including children through adults. I offer both office/in-person and Telehealth sessions. I use a relationship-based, client-focused, collaborative, and trauma-informed approach to counseling. I consider all domains that make up a whole person- i. e. mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, etc. It is my philosophy that with patience, determination, trust, and meaningful connection, insight and healing are attainable. I am passionate about supporting individuals while they navigate the various trials that occur in life.
Samantha Schachter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Samantha Schachter is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from DePaul University. Samantha has had the privilege of gaining significant clinical experience through working in a psychiatric hospital setting, substance abuse residential, as well as traditional outpatient. Through these different environments, she has learned to build a strong therapeutic alliance with clients. She has had significant experience helping children, adolescents, teens, and adults with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, ADHD, and more.
Samantha Schachter is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from DePaul University. Samantha has had the privilege of gaining significant clinical experience through working in a psychiatric hospital setting, substance abuse residential, as well as traditional outpatient. Through these different environments, she has learned to build a strong therapeutic alliance with clients. She has had significant experience helping children, adolescents, teens, and adults with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, ADHD, and more.
Ganime Nazif
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Ganime is particularly passionate about supporting those struggling with alcohol and drug use. As a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), she combines her clinical expertise with deep empathy to help clients on their journey to recovery. She believes in a holistic approach that not only addresses the symptoms but also fosters longterm wellbeing and resilience. In her practice, Ganime works with a wide range of clients, including adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Ganime is particularly passionate about supporting those struggling with alcohol and drug use. As a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), she combines her clinical expertise with deep empathy to help clients on their journey to recovery. She believes in a holistic approach that not only addresses the symptoms but also fosters longterm wellbeing and resilience. In her practice, Ganime works with a wide range of clients, including adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Joshua Della Villa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Welcome! My name is Josh, and I am a licensed psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of their emotional and mental well-being. Before entering the field of psychotherapy, I worked in the corporate world of tech start-ups as an operations supervisor and team manager, where I first found my passion for people. I completed my practicum at Compass Health Center, working with young adults, and later at Evanston Counseling, where I worked with students from Northwestern University and the local population.
Welcome! My name is Josh, and I am a licensed psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of their emotional and mental well-being. Before entering the field of psychotherapy, I worked in the corporate world of tech start-ups as an operations supervisor and team manager, where I first found my passion for people. I completed my practicum at Compass Health Center, working with young adults, and later at Evanston Counseling, where I worked with students from Northwestern University and the local population.
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