Self Esteem Therapists in River North, Chicago, IL

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Lauren M. Noelle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Our work focuses on building self-awareness, strengthening self-esteem and developing practical tools for real change.
Do you feel stuck in your head? I work with creatives, musicians, ADHDers, and anyone whose overthinking, self-doubt, or inconsistency holds them back. My goal is to help your imagination work for you instead of against you. These traits can be superpowers when we learn to harness them, helping you grow past painful experiences. As a musician, I know imposter syndrome and the challenge of turning passion into a sustainable life. Survival mode doesn’t have to be default. I also work with individuals and couples navigating communication, disconnects, and repeated patterns to build stronger connections and a life that feels like yours.
Our work focuses on building self-awareness, strengthening self-esteem and developing practical tools for real change.
Do you feel stuck in your head? I work with creatives, musicians, ADHDers, and anyone whose overthinking, self-doubt, or inconsistency holds them back. My goal is to help your imagination work for you instead of against you. These traits can be superpowers when we learn to harness them, helping you grow past painful experiences. As a musician, I know imposter syndrome and the challenge of turning passion into a sustainable life. Survival mode doesn’t have to be default. I also work with individuals and couples navigating communication, disconnects, and repeated patterns to build stronger connections and a life that feels like yours.
(872) 312-9691 View (872) 312-9691
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Emily Sherrill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
I am a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 24 years of experience in the mental health field, having worked in various settings, including outpatient, inpatient, and residential environments. I specialize in trauma and complex trauma, and I bring extensive experience in addressing mood and anxiety disorders, addictions, eating disorders, and suicidal or parasuicidal behaviors. My commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate, and ethical mental health therapy reflects my aim to empower individuals to navigate challenges with resilience and strength.
I am a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 24 years of experience in the mental health field, having worked in various settings, including outpatient, inpatient, and residential environments. I specialize in trauma and complex trauma, and I bring extensive experience in addressing mood and anxiety disorders, addictions, eating disorders, and suicidal or parasuicidal behaviors. My commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate, and ethical mental health therapy reflects my aim to empower individuals to navigate challenges with resilience and strength.
(773) 207-6461 View (773) 207-6461
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Dr. Fran Weinstock
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
Optimize the pleasure of each moment and minimize the fallout from stressful situations, challenging relationships and interpersonal interactions. Gain insight into your perceptions, thoughts, triggers, emotions, reactions and behaviors. Develop strategies to enhance coping skills, boost confidence, modify habits, and increase motivation. Take control and improve the quality of your personal and professional life.
Optimize the pleasure of each moment and minimize the fallout from stressful situations, challenging relationships and interpersonal interactions. Gain insight into your perceptions, thoughts, triggers, emotions, reactions and behaviors. Develop strategies to enhance coping skills, boost confidence, modify habits, and increase motivation. Take control and improve the quality of your personal and professional life.
(872) 267-9167 View (872) 267-9167
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Penelope Summerall
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Serves Area
Ready to break free from what’s holding you back? If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or constantly battling stress and uncertainty, I’m here to help you make lasting change. Therapy with me isn’t just about talking –it’s about finding real, actionable solutions to transform your life. I specialize in helping folks navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, ADHD and body image/eating concerns. My approach is tailored to you: whether you need to tackle deep-seated patterns or just need a compassionate ear as you navigate life’s challenges. Together, we’ll focus on practical steps that lead to meaningful change.
Ready to break free from what’s holding you back? If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or constantly battling stress and uncertainty, I’m here to help you make lasting change. Therapy with me isn’t just about talking –it’s about finding real, actionable solutions to transform your life. I specialize in helping folks navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, ADHD and body image/eating concerns. My approach is tailored to you: whether you need to tackle deep-seated patterns or just need a compassionate ear as you navigate life’s challenges. Together, we’ll focus on practical steps that lead to meaningful change.
(708) 412-4823 View (708) 412-4823
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Jared Robl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand—especially in relationships. They may be navigating betrayal, grief, identity questions, or a major life transition. Some are college students overwhelmed by pressure and change; others are couples trying to decide whether trust can be rebuilt. Often, something feels painful, complicated, or hard to say out loud, and they’re looking for a space grounded in presence and attunement—not judgment—where they can slow down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and find clarity about what comes next.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand—especially in relationships. They may be navigating betrayal, grief, identity questions, or a major life transition. Some are college students overwhelmed by pressure and change; others are couples trying to decide whether trust can be rebuilt. Often, something feels painful, complicated, or hard to say out loud, and they’re looking for a space grounded in presence and attunement—not judgment—where they can slow down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and find clarity about what comes next.
(312) 883-8865 View (312) 883-8865
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Xavier Durrant
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Serves Area
As a culturally competent couples & EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist with +four years of academic and clinical training, serving you uniquely is my highest regard. Some of the reasons my clients reach out include feeling stuck in familiar cycles, experiencing high levels of criticism or relational contempt, developmental trauma like sexual abuse or attachment wounds like emotional abandonment or betrayal. My approach is incremental, client-centered and holistic.
As a culturally competent couples & EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist with +four years of academic and clinical training, serving you uniquely is my highest regard. Some of the reasons my clients reach out include feeling stuck in familiar cycles, experiencing high levels of criticism or relational contempt, developmental trauma like sexual abuse or attachment wounds like emotional abandonment or betrayal. My approach is incremental, client-centered and holistic.
(708) 766-7362 View (708) 766-7362
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Kim Vander Griend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AM, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
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.
(773) 492-8422 View (773) 492-8422
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Jaclyn Feldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Serves Area
Sometimes life can feel like a road trip filled with an endless amount of obstacles and crossroads. Sometimes you feel stuck in one place, lost, or as if you’re driving on autopilot. It may even feel as though you hold too much baggage to move forward on your own. But I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to continue on this journey alone. I am here to help, and I would be honored to guide you toward your final destination. We can work together, in a collaborative partnership, to make way for living a full and meaningful life. My clients leave feeling supported, heard, validated, and often with an increased sense of readiness.
Sometimes life can feel like a road trip filled with an endless amount of obstacles and crossroads. Sometimes you feel stuck in one place, lost, or as if you’re driving on autopilot. It may even feel as though you hold too much baggage to move forward on your own. But I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to continue on this journey alone. I am here to help, and I would be honored to guide you toward your final destination. We can work together, in a collaborative partnership, to make way for living a full and meaningful life. My clients leave feeling supported, heard, validated, and often with an increased sense of readiness.
(773) 747-3194 View (773) 747-3194
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Dr. Jonah Waseberg
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD
Serves Area
Dr.Waseberg is therapist and professor of counseling psychology. He helps individuals struggle with relationships, trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, grief, abandonment, anger, OCD, social anxiety, phobia, agoraphobia, bipolar/borderline, alcohol/drugs, addiction,etc.He digs deep into the roots of your underlying issues in a safe non-judgmental space with empathy.The drive of his clinical experience comes not only from longtime practicing counseling in private practice and inpatient residential's, but also from his experience as a former clinical director of Partial Hospitalization-PHP and Intensive Outpatient-IOP.
Dr.Waseberg is therapist and professor of counseling psychology. He helps individuals struggle with relationships, trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, grief, abandonment, anger, OCD, social anxiety, phobia, agoraphobia, bipolar/borderline, alcohol/drugs, addiction,etc.He digs deep into the roots of your underlying issues in a safe non-judgmental space with empathy.The drive of his clinical experience comes not only from longtime practicing counseling in private practice and inpatient residential's, but also from his experience as a former clinical director of Partial Hospitalization-PHP and Intensive Outpatient-IOP.
(773) 974-6274 View (773) 974-6274
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Riva Edmonds-Bonner
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Are the challenges of life taking too much out of you? Are you having a hard time managing chronic stress, anxiety, depression, or the effects of trauma? Are you a person (regardless of your cultural background) that has experienced trauma specific to isms (racism, sexism, ableism, etc...), abuse, or the poverty experience? Are you seeking someone that can help you give voice to your unique experiences? In my therapy sessions I believe you will be able to find your voice, release pent-up emotions, identify and examine your strengths and needs, experience restoration and revitalization, and regain power and control over your life.
Are the challenges of life taking too much out of you? Are you having a hard time managing chronic stress, anxiety, depression, or the effects of trauma? Are you a person (regardless of your cultural background) that has experienced trauma specific to isms (racism, sexism, ableism, etc...), abuse, or the poverty experience? Are you seeking someone that can help you give voice to your unique experiences? In my therapy sessions I believe you will be able to find your voice, release pent-up emotions, identify and examine your strengths and needs, experience restoration and revitalization, and regain power and control over your life.
(331) 334-2744 View (331) 334-2744
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Virginia Hogue-Denis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We all face moments of uncertainty or overwhelm, but support can make all the difference. I’m here to listen, understand, and help you discover new ways forward. Together, we can explore new paths, create meaningful change, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
We all face moments of uncertainty or overwhelm, but support can make all the difference. I’m here to listen, understand, and help you discover new ways forward. Together, we can explore new paths, create meaningful change, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
(224) 858-2172 View (224) 858-2172
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Here & Now Mental Wellness
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Serves Area
Here & Now offers comprehensive psychiatry and therapy services. Our integrative psychiatrist and physicians assistants combine conventional and natural treatments to help you achieve lasting wellness, not just manage symptoms. We also have a compassionate team of therapists who provide a safe, non-judgmental place to work together to develop a treatment plan and help you achieve your personal goals. Depending on your needs we can pair talk Therapy with other wellness treatments such as psychiatry, talk Therapy and/or art therapy to accelerate and amplify wellness benefits.
Here & Now offers comprehensive psychiatry and therapy services. Our integrative psychiatrist and physicians assistants combine conventional and natural treatments to help you achieve lasting wellness, not just manage symptoms. We also have a compassionate team of therapists who provide a safe, non-judgmental place to work together to develop a treatment plan and help you achieve your personal goals. Depending on your needs we can pair talk Therapy with other wellness treatments such as psychiatry, talk Therapy and/or art therapy to accelerate and amplify wellness benefits.
(847) 450-6393 View (847) 450-6393
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Monty Faidley: IFS Therapy Chicago
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ALMFT, NCC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life is full of contradictions: joy tangled with self-doubt, love complicated by resentment, and confidence shaken by old fears. We all carry parts of ourselves we are proud of and parts we would rather hide. I believe growth begins when we turn toward every part of ourselves with compassion, even the pieces we try hard to ignore. In therapy, we will get curious about what is happening beneath the surface, and work together to find clarity, a sense of calm, and a feeling of confidence you can carry into daily life
Life is full of contradictions: joy tangled with self-doubt, love complicated by resentment, and confidence shaken by old fears. We all carry parts of ourselves we are proud of and parts we would rather hide. I believe growth begins when we turn toward every part of ourselves with compassion, even the pieces we try hard to ignore. In therapy, we will get curious about what is happening beneath the surface, and work together to find clarity, a sense of calm, and a feeling of confidence you can carry into daily life
(872) 241-1252 View (872) 241-1252
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Emily Wells
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR-BC, EMDR
Serves Area
I support individuals across the lifespan—from young children to adults—on their healing journeys. I offer a trauma informed approach that blends together art therapy, talk therapy, and EMDR to create a therapeutic experience that meets each client where they are. Whether you're seeking creative expression, deep emotional processing, or simply a safe space to be heard, I offer a warm, collaborative environment where you can feel supported and empowered. My goal is to provide a compassionate, personalized space where growth feels possible.
I support individuals across the lifespan—from young children to adults—on their healing journeys. I offer a trauma informed approach that blends together art therapy, talk therapy, and EMDR to create a therapeutic experience that meets each client where they are. Whether you're seeking creative expression, deep emotional processing, or simply a safe space to be heard, I offer a warm, collaborative environment where you can feel supported and empowered. My goal is to provide a compassionate, personalized space where growth feels possible.
(847) 450-6393 View (847) 450-6393
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Dr. Nicole Hedrick
Psychologist
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello and welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist and former civil rights attorney. I help individuals ages 17 and up with depression, anxiety, trauma, major life transitions, identity exploration, and burnout. I aim to reduce symptoms and to explore the root cause of the problem for sustained wellbeing. My approach is warm, culturally informed, and creative. As needed, I weave holistic healing practices, such as mindfulness techniques, into evidence-based approaches. I am a PSYPACT provider who offers online therapy in 40+ states. I also offer in-person therapy in Arlington, Virginia. I do not currently accept insurance.
Hello and welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist and former civil rights attorney. I help individuals ages 17 and up with depression, anxiety, trauma, major life transitions, identity exploration, and burnout. I aim to reduce symptoms and to explore the root cause of the problem for sustained wellbeing. My approach is warm, culturally informed, and creative. As needed, I weave holistic healing practices, such as mindfulness techniques, into evidence-based approaches. I am a PSYPACT provider who offers online therapy in 40+ states. I also offer in-person therapy in Arlington, Virginia. I do not currently accept insurance.
(571) 630-3703 View (571) 630-3703
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Shannon Lieberman
Counselor, LPC, MA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Anxious and depressive thoughts can often make us feel stuck in a cycle. I will help you gain a rich understanding of yourself and your past to take the first step toward processing any feelings of anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, and more. I prioritize learning about you as a unique individual and I cater my approach to suit your specific needs and goals. Together we will explore your values, identity, attachment style, culture, and relationship history. We will use this insight to address current thought/behavior patterns. This will help you to interrupt the cycle, get un-stuck, and live the life you desire.
Anxious and depressive thoughts can often make us feel stuck in a cycle. I will help you gain a rich understanding of yourself and your past to take the first step toward processing any feelings of anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, and more. I prioritize learning about you as a unique individual and I cater my approach to suit your specific needs and goals. Together we will explore your values, identity, attachment style, culture, and relationship history. We will use this insight to address current thought/behavior patterns. This will help you to interrupt the cycle, get un-stuck, and live the life you desire.
(773) 985-7966 View (773) 985-7966
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Dr. Tishanna Hollins
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
Dr. Tishanna Hollins is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in eating disorder therapy, anxiety therapy, depression treatment, trauma therapy, panic disorder treatment, sleep problems, body image concerns, and OCD therapy for adults (18+). With over a decade of clinical experience, she helps clients navigate complex emotional and behavioral difficulties using evidence-based psychological treatments. Dr. Hollins also supports individuals navigating racial trauma, cultural identity concerns, and minority stress, offering therapy that is culturally responsive and identity-affirming.
Dr. Tishanna Hollins is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in eating disorder therapy, anxiety therapy, depression treatment, trauma therapy, panic disorder treatment, sleep problems, body image concerns, and OCD therapy for adults (18+). With over a decade of clinical experience, she helps clients navigate complex emotional and behavioral difficulties using evidence-based psychological treatments. Dr. Hollins also supports individuals navigating racial trauma, cultural identity concerns, and minority stress, offering therapy that is culturally responsive and identity-affirming.
(773) 902-0451 View (773) 902-0451
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Allison Yura
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a therapist, I operate from the framework that our physical, emotional, and mental well-being are in constant communication over time and in our everyday lives. My practice stems from providing insight and support that not only promotes feeling better during therapy, but in everyday life as well. I work with clients (17+) who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, illness, and adjustments in their life. In addition to utilizing a mind-body approach to therapy, much of my work stems from training in CBT, DBT, ACT and mindfulness.
As a therapist, I operate from the framework that our physical, emotional, and mental well-being are in constant communication over time and in our everyday lives. My practice stems from providing insight and support that not only promotes feeling better during therapy, but in everyday life as well. I work with clients (17+) who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, illness, and adjustments in their life. In addition to utilizing a mind-body approach to therapy, much of my work stems from training in CBT, DBT, ACT and mindfulness.
(312) 471-0297 View (312) 471-0297
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Emily Bhandari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LLC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you're struggling with painful thoughts and feelings or a challenging life event, it's important that you feel understood and supported. It is crucial to find a safe place to work on these issues where you will not be judged. I'm a licensed psychotherapist with 15 years of experience assisting people suffering from anxiety, depression, history of trauma, postpartum adjustment, chronic stress, dysfunctional environments, grief and loss. It can be important to explore historical life events, and my approach also consists of skill-building and learning coping skills for the present.
If you're struggling with painful thoughts and feelings or a challenging life event, it's important that you feel understood and supported. It is crucial to find a safe place to work on these issues where you will not be judged. I'm a licensed psychotherapist with 15 years of experience assisting people suffering from anxiety, depression, history of trauma, postpartum adjustment, chronic stress, dysfunctional environments, grief and loss. It can be important to explore historical life events, and my approach also consists of skill-building and learning coping skills for the present.
(708) 541-1899 View (708) 541-1899
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Laura Lewison
Counselor, LCPC
Serves Area
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m Laura Lewison, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience helping people just like you—people who are navigating life’s ups and downs and want to feel better, stronger, and more in control.I believe in creating a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, I'm here to support you.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m Laura Lewison, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience helping people just like you—people who are navigating life’s ups and downs and want to feel better, stronger, and more in control.I believe in creating a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, I'm here to support you.
(847) 503-9617 View (847) 503-9617

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