Transgender Therapists in River North, Chicago, IL
It is my honor to walk with you during this pivotal time in your journey. I work directly with individuals who are ready to get unstuck and work toward living their best life. As a 2Spirited Black man, I understand the multiple layers of oppression and the intersection of multicultural and spiritual backgrounds. It is my intention that you have a safe space to heal and celebrate yourself on your own unique journey. I am intentional about supporting you as we create a pathway to a greater awareness of self. Join me in the journey towards deconstructing thought patterns that no longer serve you. Your best life awaits!
It is my honor to walk with you during this pivotal time in your journey. I work directly with individuals who are ready to get unstuck and work toward living their best life. As a 2Spirited Black man, I understand the multiple layers of oppression and the intersection of multicultural and spiritual backgrounds. It is my intention that you have a safe space to heal and celebrate yourself on your own unique journey. I am intentional about supporting you as we create a pathway to a greater awareness of self. Join me in the journey towards deconstructing thought patterns that no longer serve you. Your best life awaits!
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.
Natasha Rabinovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60654
Whether you are beginning, re-starting or continuing therapy, I recognize that this process requires both vulnerability and willingness to dig deep into concerns that can sometimes feel debilitating. Everyone deserves to work with a therapist who will meet you exactly where you are at; that will normalize your concerns and worries rather than meet them with judgment and an “alarmist” perspective. I will remind you that you, and only you, are the expert of your experiences. My role is that of a catalyst; for you to learn how to advocate for your own autonomy with independence and connect to your personal truth with authenticity.
Whether you are beginning, re-starting or continuing therapy, I recognize that this process requires both vulnerability and willingness to dig deep into concerns that can sometimes feel debilitating. Everyone deserves to work with a therapist who will meet you exactly where you are at; that will normalize your concerns and worries rather than meet them with judgment and an “alarmist” perspective. I will remind you that you, and only you, are the expert of your experiences. My role is that of a catalyst; for you to learn how to advocate for your own autonomy with independence and connect to your personal truth with authenticity.
Laura Kanaplue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
I provide treatment to individuals, specializing in working with emerging adults and family members supporting those navigating that developmental stage. My experience emphasizes the significance of tailoring interventions to meet the diverse needs of each client. I will help you explore how your past is showing up in your present, and work to heal what is keeping you from living more authentically. I specialize in helping clients figure out where they’d like to see improvements in their lives. This could be related to many things including gender, sexuality, relationships, anxiety and depression, or emotional regulation.
I provide treatment to individuals, specializing in working with emerging adults and family members supporting those navigating that developmental stage. My experience emphasizes the significance of tailoring interventions to meet the diverse needs of each client. I will help you explore how your past is showing up in your present, and work to heal what is keeping you from living more authentically. I specialize in helping clients figure out where they’d like to see improvements in their lives. This could be related to many things including gender, sexuality, relationships, anxiety and depression, or emotional regulation.
The clients who are the best fit for my clinical approach tend to be people who want to build a stronger sense of self, learn how to center their own needs, and are looking to foster more self-love and confidence. The clients I work with want to change their relationship with themselves to be more compassionate and loving. They are recovering people pleasers, people who want to learn to be more assertive, often have unresolved trauma, and are ready to break cycles that no longer serve them. They seek support from me to discuss building capacity, dating, relationships, childhood traumas, identity, and healing from abuse and neglect.
The clients who are the best fit for my clinical approach tend to be people who want to build a stronger sense of self, learn how to center their own needs, and are looking to foster more self-love and confidence. The clients I work with want to change their relationship with themselves to be more compassionate and loving. They are recovering people pleasers, people who want to learn to be more assertive, often have unresolved trauma, and are ready to break cycles that no longer serve them. They seek support from me to discuss building capacity, dating, relationships, childhood traumas, identity, and healing from abuse and neglect.
I've been a therapist for more than 25 years and have helped clients to develop insight and skills to address a broad range of life challenges leading to meaningful and lasting change. I believe each of us has our own vision for how life should unfold, and my role is to create a supportive and non-judgmental space where exploration and growth lead to making that vision a reality. You would find my approach to be warm, curious, and engaged rather than reserved. I actively check in to make sure therapy aligns with your needs and encourage open dialogue about your experience in therapy.
I've been a therapist for more than 25 years and have helped clients to develop insight and skills to address a broad range of life challenges leading to meaningful and lasting change. I believe each of us has our own vision for how life should unfold, and my role is to create a supportive and non-judgmental space where exploration and growth lead to making that vision a reality. You would find my approach to be warm, curious, and engaged rather than reserved. I actively check in to make sure therapy aligns with your needs and encourage open dialogue about your experience in therapy.
Navigating life's challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, personality disorders, or relationship issues, can be overwhelming. You seek a safe space where your experiences are understood without judgment. Your goal is to heal, grow, and regain a sense of control over your life. You're looking for a therapist who understands your unique circumstances, and values cultural sensitivity in their approach. You want to work with someone who integrates different therapeutic techniques, fostering a deep and meaningful connection while empowering you to achieve personal growth and mental well-being. Feel free to reach out to me!
Navigating life's challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, personality disorders, or relationship issues, can be overwhelming. You seek a safe space where your experiences are understood without judgment. Your goal is to heal, grow, and regain a sense of control over your life. You're looking for a therapist who understands your unique circumstances, and values cultural sensitivity in their approach. You want to work with someone who integrates different therapeutic techniques, fostering a deep and meaningful connection while empowering you to achieve personal growth and mental well-being. Feel free to reach out to me!
Relationships! We all have them, and at times, we all struggle with navigating them. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I offer a relatable & validating space where I assist my clients in improving direct & healthy communication, setting personal and professional goals and boundaries, and identifying, processing, and addressing life obstacles as they arise. And hopefully a touch of humor too ;D Now accepting new clients - email for soonest availability. To read more about Antonina, go to: www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-service/495366
Relationships! We all have them, and at times, we all struggle with navigating them. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I offer a relatable & validating space where I assist my clients in improving direct & healthy communication, setting personal and professional goals and boundaries, and identifying, processing, and addressing life obstacles as they arise. And hopefully a touch of humor too ;D Now accepting new clients - email for soonest availability. To read more about Antonina, go to: www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-service/495366
Dr. Ashly C Lawrence
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Do you find yourself struggling with depression, anxiety, stress and interpersonal relationships? Do you have a difficult time managing the balance between work and your personal life? Do you feel overwhelmed by the demands of life right now. As a therapist, I am adept at addressing these and other issues that cause distress. Individual therapy is a time for you to reconnect with yourself and build self-awareness in order to cultivate the life you wish to live. Therapy is a transformative process in which I help guide clients through supportive treatment interventions. I hope to help support you on your journey !
Do you find yourself struggling with depression, anxiety, stress and interpersonal relationships? Do you have a difficult time managing the balance between work and your personal life? Do you feel overwhelmed by the demands of life right now. As a therapist, I am adept at addressing these and other issues that cause distress. Individual therapy is a time for you to reconnect with yourself and build self-awareness in order to cultivate the life you wish to live. Therapy is a transformative process in which I help guide clients through supportive treatment interventions. I hope to help support you on your journey !
I’m glad you’re here. Taking the step to seek therapy is a meaningful act of self-care, and I’m honored to support you on your journey. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in IL, WI, NY, and Psypact registered to practice telehealth in multiple states. My practice is a place of compassion, understanding, where we work together to help you navigate life’s challenges with clarity and resilience. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) I work to help you gain clarity, manage emotions, and build a life that aligns with your values. Take the first step toward a healthier, more balanced life.
I’m glad you’re here. Taking the step to seek therapy is a meaningful act of self-care, and I’m honored to support you on your journey. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in IL, WI, NY, and Psypact registered to practice telehealth in multiple states. My practice is a place of compassion, understanding, where we work together to help you navigate life’s challenges with clarity and resilience. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) I work to help you gain clarity, manage emotions, and build a life that aligns with your values. Take the first step toward a healthier, more balanced life.
Marisol Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Therapy should be a safe space to navigate feelings, process past experiences, and foster a positive, trusting relationship between you and your therapist. I hope to create an environment to slow down and make space for yourself to process your emotions. I work holistically with clients utilizing Internal Family Systems frameworks, somatic parts work, and behavioral therapy to provide a safe, non-judgmental space. I prioritize the importance of the therapist-client relationship and aim to balance validation and unconditional support with gentle challenging and curiosity.
Therapy should be a safe space to navigate feelings, process past experiences, and foster a positive, trusting relationship between you and your therapist. I hope to create an environment to slow down and make space for yourself to process your emotions. I work holistically with clients utilizing Internal Family Systems frameworks, somatic parts work, and behavioral therapy to provide a safe, non-judgmental space. I prioritize the importance of the therapist-client relationship and aim to balance validation and unconditional support with gentle challenging and curiosity.
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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.
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.
Jennifer Griffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60654
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who enjoys providing a safe and supportive environment to all my clients. Working from a strengths based perspective, my style tends to be warm, understanding, and interactive. Particular areas of interest and experience include adults experiencing anxiety and depression as well as individuals having difficulty in personal and professional relationships. Life transitions can be challenging, but working together through the therapeutic process can ease those tensions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who enjoys providing a safe and supportive environment to all my clients. Working from a strengths based perspective, my style tends to be warm, understanding, and interactive. Particular areas of interest and experience include adults experiencing anxiety and depression as well as individuals having difficulty in personal and professional relationships. Life transitions can be challenging, but working together through the therapeutic process can ease those tensions.
I am a Clinical Social Worker, and I specialize in working with people affected by a wide range of symptoms related to trauma and grief. I help people manage symptoms related to anxiety and depression. I work with people who want to improve their functioning and effectively manage the symptoms that interfere with daily functioning and prevent them from enjoying their lives. I specialize in working with First Responders, Couples, Individuals, and clients who are re-entering communities after incarceration.
I am a Clinical Social Worker, and I specialize in working with people affected by a wide range of symptoms related to trauma and grief. I help people manage symptoms related to anxiety and depression. I work with people who want to improve their functioning and effectively manage the symptoms that interfere with daily functioning and prevent them from enjoying their lives. I specialize in working with First Responders, Couples, Individuals, and clients who are re-entering communities after incarceration.
I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in health psychology with 16 years of experience in weight management and bariatric. Many of my clients present with co-morbidities and are living with chronic medical illnesses. Some of the areas addressed in treatment include emotional eating, binge eating, body image issues, depression, anxiety, and other mood related disorders. I offer pre-surgical bariatric psychological evaluations, brief and long-term therapy using an eclectic approach incorporating cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, mindfulness, family systems and interpersonal therapy. I work closely with my client's medical providers in order to provide the most robust care.
I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in health psychology with 16 years of experience in weight management and bariatric. Many of my clients present with co-morbidities and are living with chronic medical illnesses. Some of the areas addressed in treatment include emotional eating, binge eating, body image issues, depression, anxiety, and other mood related disorders. I offer pre-surgical bariatric psychological evaluations, brief and long-term therapy using an eclectic approach incorporating cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, mindfulness, family systems and interpersonal therapy. I work closely with my client's medical providers in order to provide the most robust care.
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.
Too often psychotherapy focuses on causality, pathology and cures. However, rather than being "sick" or 'broken", often we are just lost inside ourselves or relationships. Everyone is a unique person with their own story, experience and perspective. The goal of therapy is to achieve a deeper awareness of where we are, to discover internal meaning for our many experiences, and to experience a life worth living. While working towards that awareness, I feel that it's also important to teach healthier coping skills to assist in dealing with the anxiety and day to day stressors that bring individuals to therapy.
Too often psychotherapy focuses on causality, pathology and cures. However, rather than being "sick" or 'broken", often we are just lost inside ourselves or relationships. Everyone is a unique person with their own story, experience and perspective. The goal of therapy is to achieve a deeper awareness of where we are, to discover internal meaning for our many experiences, and to experience a life worth living. While working towards that awareness, I feel that it's also important to teach healthier coping skills to assist in dealing with the anxiety and day to day stressors that bring individuals to therapy.
Sarah Forsythe - Mental Performance Coach
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, CMPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Sarah is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and owner of a Chicago-based sport psychology company offering Mental Performance Coaching to College and High School Athletes for the past 10 years.
Sarah works with clients with a wide variety of needs, including sports performance concerns, anxiety, confidence, & life transitions.
- We enhance mental performance and overall well-being utilizing our personal coaching philosophies, stress management techniques, confidence-building strategies, goal-setting, and developing techniques for staying focused under pressure.
Sarah is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and owner of a Chicago-based sport psychology company offering Mental Performance Coaching to College and High School Athletes for the past 10 years.
Sarah works with clients with a wide variety of needs, including sports performance concerns, anxiety, confidence, & life transitions.
- We enhance mental performance and overall well-being utilizing our personal coaching philosophies, stress management techniques, confidence-building strategies, goal-setting, and developing techniques for staying focused under pressure.
Shannon Hock
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Shannon feels that the relationship that she has with a client is the most important aspect of counseling. With a safe and trusting environment, Shannon and her clients can collaboratively work through their specific needs together. She believes that clients should feel as though they have power in counseling, in their decision-making and in their lives. Shannon believes open and honest communication about ones' difficulties and the counseling process is key to success. Shannon hopes to create a brave space where clients can be vulnerable, try new things and speak openly in a position where they feel accepted rather than judged.
Shannon feels that the relationship that she has with a client is the most important aspect of counseling. With a safe and trusting environment, Shannon and her clients can collaboratively work through their specific needs together. She believes that clients should feel as though they have power in counseling, in their decision-making and in their lives. Shannon believes open and honest communication about ones' difficulties and the counseling process is key to success. Shannon hopes to create a brave space where clients can be vulnerable, try new things and speak openly in a position where they feel accepted rather than judged.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.