Self Esteem Therapists in River North, Chicago, IL
Life is full of complexities, and sometimes navigating them can feel overwhelming. As a therapist, I am here to create a space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly and authentically. My approach blends evidence-based techniques like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with the deeper, reflective insights of existentialism. This allows us to address immediate challenges while uncovering the underlying values and meaning that shape your life. As a Black man, I am comfortable working with any and all people, and have experience working specifically with Black men and women, LGBTQIA+, and individuals of color.
Life is full of complexities, and sometimes navigating them can feel overwhelming. As a therapist, I am here to create a space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly and authentically. My approach blends evidence-based techniques like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with the deeper, reflective insights of existentialism. This allows us to address immediate challenges while uncovering the underlying values and meaning that shape your life. As a Black man, I am comfortable working with any and all people, and have experience working specifically with Black men and women, LGBTQIA+, and individuals of color.
As therapists, we work to build a genuine relationship with each client, create a safe space for discovery, and aim to understand that individual. This allows clients to safely explore alongside the therapist, and begin to see themselves with greater clarity, depth, and honesty. Good, effective therapy will likely not happen overnight (though exciting and wonderful eureka moments certainly occur along the way), and trust, honesty, and humor are invaluable to a beneficial therapeutic relationship. We believe that laughter and tears are equally powerful but that therapeutic change is measured in neither.
As therapists, we work to build a genuine relationship with each client, create a safe space for discovery, and aim to understand that individual. This allows clients to safely explore alongside the therapist, and begin to see themselves with greater clarity, depth, and honesty. Good, effective therapy will likely not happen overnight (though exciting and wonderful eureka moments certainly occur along the way), and trust, honesty, and humor are invaluable to a beneficial therapeutic relationship. We believe that laughter and tears are equally powerful but that therapeutic change is measured in neither.
Many professionals, couples, and families appear happy and successful outwardly while privately struggling with stress, anxiety, burnout or relationship challenges. I provide a supportive and culturally aware space where clients can gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and improve emotional wellness. I also specialize in creating a safe sanctuary for public figures and individuals with demanding, high visibility lives who require the utmost privacy and confidentiality. Licensed in Illinois and Georgia
Many professionals, couples, and families appear happy and successful outwardly while privately struggling with stress, anxiety, burnout or relationship challenges. I provide a supportive and culturally aware space where clients can gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and improve emotional wellness. I also specialize in creating a safe sanctuary for public figures and individuals with demanding, high visibility lives who require the utmost privacy and confidentiality. Licensed in Illinois and Georgia
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.
I specialize in working with adolescent girls and young women dealing with issues related to anxiety, self-esteem, boundary setting, family conflict, and life transitions.
I believe therapy is beneficial for everyone to express their concerns, identify their needs, and process their emotions. It is my belief that the therapeutic relationship is essential in making progress therefore I utilize a person-centered, warm and direct approach with clients.
I specialize in working with adolescent girls and young women dealing with issues related to anxiety, self-esteem, boundary setting, family conflict, and life transitions.
I believe therapy is beneficial for everyone to express their concerns, identify their needs, and process their emotions. It is my belief that the therapeutic relationship is essential in making progress therefore I utilize a person-centered, warm and direct approach with clients.
My goal as a therapist is to put you back in touch with your own unique voice and sense of self that allows you to thrive. I use a psychodynamic, existential approach to find solutions to the unique challenges your life contains. Through building on open and honest relationship, we will explore effective coping tools and new ways to look at persistent issues that effect you.
My goal as a therapist is to put you back in touch with your own unique voice and sense of self that allows you to thrive. I use a psychodynamic, existential approach to find solutions to the unique challenges your life contains. Through building on open and honest relationship, we will explore effective coping tools and new ways to look at persistent issues that effect you.
Do you constantly feel on edge, overwhelmed or anticipate future events with worry and dread? Do racing, ruminating thoughts impact your ability to concentrate on tasks, manage stress or engage socially? Living with anxiety can be a distressing, frustrating and sometimes frightening experience. You may be preoccupied by "what if" questions about the future that you can't control, causing your thoughts to spiral and fuel more distressing emotions and physical symptoms. The ongoing, looping cycle of anxiety can impact all aspects of your life, including work performance and your relationships.
Do you constantly feel on edge, overwhelmed or anticipate future events with worry and dread? Do racing, ruminating thoughts impact your ability to concentrate on tasks, manage stress or engage socially? Living with anxiety can be a distressing, frustrating and sometimes frightening experience. You may be preoccupied by "what if" questions about the future that you can't control, causing your thoughts to spiral and fuel more distressing emotions and physical symptoms. The ongoing, looping cycle of anxiety can impact all aspects of your life, including work performance and your relationships.
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.
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.
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.
“If you want to go quickly, go alone. But, if you want to go far, go together.” Life is like an arena, and sometimes we want to throw in the towel. Sometimes we don’t see ourselves where we want to be in our lives or careers. We have habits we can’t break. Our relationships leave us frustrated. But… We Always Have A Choice! It’s my mission to help you learn to take the reins of your life. Together, we will maximize your chances for success, your sense of fulfillment, and your freedom to choose for yourself.
“If you want to go quickly, go alone. But, if you want to go far, go together.” Life is like an arena, and sometimes we want to throw in the towel. Sometimes we don’t see ourselves where we want to be in our lives or careers. We have habits we can’t break. Our relationships leave us frustrated. But… We Always Have A Choice! It’s my mission to help you learn to take the reins of your life. Together, we will maximize your chances for success, your sense of fulfillment, and your freedom to choose for yourself.
We all long for rich, rewarding lives, satisfying work, caring relationships and good feelings about ourselves. Sometimes difficult life circumstances, self-defeating thoughts and destructive behaviors can keep us stuck in frustration and unhappiness.
With years of successful experience helping people thrive and create flourishing lives, I can help you gain valuable knowledge to develop creative, practical skills to accomplish your goals and live in joyful, authentic happiness with open-hearted courage and confidence.
We all long for rich, rewarding lives, satisfying work, caring relationships and good feelings about ourselves. Sometimes difficult life circumstances, self-defeating thoughts and destructive behaviors can keep us stuck in frustration and unhappiness.
With years of successful experience helping people thrive and create flourishing lives, I can help you gain valuable knowledge to develop creative, practical skills to accomplish your goals and live in joyful, authentic happiness with open-hearted courage and confidence.
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.
I view the therapeutic relationship as collaborative, and I strive to create a secure space for you to deepen your self-awareness, cultivate sustainable coping strategies, and clarify your values. I often work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, disordered eating habits, body image distress, or life transitions. Many clients enter therapy with a desire to feel more connected to themselves. In our work, we will identify the ways in which you may be engaging in avoidance or other unhelpful patterns. In our process, you will reconnect with what you need to experience a more vibrant and fulfilling life.
I view the therapeutic relationship as collaborative, and I strive to create a secure space for you to deepen your self-awareness, cultivate sustainable coping strategies, and clarify your values. I often work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, disordered eating habits, body image distress, or life transitions. Many clients enter therapy with a desire to feel more connected to themselves. In our work, we will identify the ways in which you may be engaging in avoidance or other unhelpful patterns. In our process, you will reconnect with what you need to experience a more vibrant and fulfilling life.
Look, I know reaching out for help is not easy. You might be thinking-how can this person even help me? She doesn’t know me. She doesn’t know my struggles. That’s exactly right. I don’t. Building that trust and rapport is the first step in therapy. I’m not here to tell you what to do. I’m here to create a space where you feel seen, understood, and that your pain is heard. Therapy can help support and guide clients to finding their version of solace. I strive to help you bridge the gap between knowledge and action. Doing this alone is not easy. I’d like to help.
Look, I know reaching out for help is not easy. You might be thinking-how can this person even help me? She doesn’t know me. She doesn’t know my struggles. That’s exactly right. I don’t. Building that trust and rapport is the first step in therapy. I’m not here to tell you what to do. I’m here to create a space where you feel seen, understood, and that your pain is heard. Therapy can help support and guide clients to finding their version of solace. I strive to help you bridge the gap between knowledge and action. Doing this alone is not easy. I’d like to help.
She specializes in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, identity exploration, self-esteem challenges, and blocks around creativity and artistic fulfillment.
I work with clients who are looking to deepen their understanding of themselves, their relationships, and the world around them. In such an ever-changing and, at times, difficult world to navigate, I strengthen my clients' views of themselves by hearing and seeing their unique personalities in our therapeutic space.
She specializes in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, identity exploration, self-esteem challenges, and blocks around creativity and artistic fulfillment.
I work with clients who are looking to deepen their understanding of themselves, their relationships, and the world around them. In such an ever-changing and, at times, difficult world to navigate, I strengthen my clients' views of themselves by hearing and seeing their unique personalities in our therapeutic space.
Hello! I am Rebecca, a therapist practicing in Illinois. In 2013 I graduated from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology with my Master's degree. I received training in EMDR by the EMDR Institute. Currently, I practice 100% telehealth, so we can work together no matter where you live. I see clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life changes, grief for the loss of a human or pet, and trauma. We all make changes when we are ready. Change can be difficult, and I will move with you at the pace you need.
Hello! I am Rebecca, a therapist practicing in Illinois. In 2013 I graduated from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology with my Master's degree. I received training in EMDR by the EMDR Institute. Currently, I practice 100% telehealth, so we can work together no matter where you live. I see clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life changes, grief for the loss of a human or pet, and trauma. We all make changes when we are ready. Change can be difficult, and I will move with you at the pace you need.
Choosing to seek therapy is a decision that may come with anxiety and a greater sense of vulnerability, but it can ultimately lead to a significant decrease in distress as you experience increased awareness and strengthened coping abilities, which facilitate improvement in multiple areas of life and a heightened sense of overall contentment. My aim is to provide you with a comfortable, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you will be respected and welcomed with compassion and understanding; I believe these underpinnings are fundamental to a trusting, meaningful therapeutic relationship and critical in longer-term depth work.
Choosing to seek therapy is a decision that may come with anxiety and a greater sense of vulnerability, but it can ultimately lead to a significant decrease in distress as you experience increased awareness and strengthened coping abilities, which facilitate improvement in multiple areas of life and a heightened sense of overall contentment. My aim is to provide you with a comfortable, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you will be respected and welcomed with compassion and understanding; I believe these underpinnings are fundamental to a trusting, meaningful therapeutic relationship and critical in longer-term depth work.
I work with children, teens, and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, chronic medical conditions, and difficulties with relationships, life transitions, and self-esteem.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). I provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for ADHD, learning disabilities, anxiety, and depression. I also provide manualized Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to treat patients living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
I work with children, teens, and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, chronic medical conditions, and difficulties with relationships, life transitions, and self-esteem.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). I provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for ADHD, learning disabilities, anxiety, and depression. I also provide manualized Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to treat patients living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
In my practice, I believe in providing a genuine and respectful atmosphere where clients can safely express their feelings and discuss life experiences. I recognize the courage it takes to share personal concerns, and I strive to make sure that clients feel comfortable being themselves when they are with me. Cultural competence is essential to my practice as a therapist, and I believe in the importance of addressing cultural, racial, and environmental factors that influence mental health concerns.
In my practice, I believe in providing a genuine and respectful atmosphere where clients can safely express their feelings and discuss life experiences. I recognize the courage it takes to share personal concerns, and I strive to make sure that clients feel comfortable being themselves when they are with me. Cultural competence is essential to my practice as a therapist, and I believe in the importance of addressing cultural, racial, and environmental factors that influence mental health concerns.
See more therapy options for River North, Chicago
Nearby Self Esteem Therapists Searches for River North, Chicago
- Loop
- Near Eastside
- Near North Side
- Old Town
- Old Town Triangle
- Printers Row
- River West
- South Loop
- Streeterville
- West Loop
Nearby Searches for River North, Chicago
- Gold Coast
- Greektown
- Loop
- Near Eastside
- Near North Side
- Old Town
- Old Town Triangle
- Printers Row
- River West
- South Loop
- Streeterville
- West Loop