Have you found yourself repeating the same patterns and you're unsure why? Or maybe you feel stuck in a cycle you aren’t sure how to break. I believe that the behaviors that keep us stuck are attempts to meet our most essential needs. The path to change starts with identifying those underlying needs and finding more effective ways to fulfill them. Self-knowledge allows us to truly practice a life of self-care and self-respect, build healthy relationships, and lead a happier more fulfilling life.

Kathleen Young attended Loyola University and earned her Masters in Social Work. She works for a non-for -profit program in the Chicagoland area that serves youth in care. She specializes in Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Personality Disorders and Trauma. Her therapeutic techniques focus on evidence based practices such as Trauma Focused - CBT, Attachment theory, psychodynamic modalities , and CBT. She believes in creating a safe and secure setting for clients to share their stories. Hours: Mon. 5-8 Sat. 8-5

I work best with clients ready to take action and needing support to face the anxiety and depressive thinking beyond old trauma. The people who care about you want to see you build an inner strength to face challenges directly. Over the last 10 years, my clients have improved their relationships, careers and deepened the release of past pain. Prepare for facing directly your stress and symptoms, recognizing internal versus external barriers, holding yourself accountable toward healthy choices, and understanding barriers you face. Our work will support your growth and awaken the motivating force inside you.

We often seek therapy because ways we’ve learned to navigate the world aren’t working the way they used to or the way we’d like them to. Sometimes these strategies cause us pain and sometimes they cause pain to others. Our work involves uncovering strategies we’ve learned to survive in the world and understanding where they come from. Once we understand their origin and function, we can develop awareness of when they arise in the present and make choices to navigate differently.

Delaney Savoie is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She earned her B.A. in Human Development Psychology at DePaul University and her M.A. in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Addictions Counseling at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She has experience working with adults and adolescents from diverse backgrounds who struggle with anxiety, depression, history of trauma, sexual identity, gender identity, mood disorders, personality disorders, relationship issues, codependency, and mild to severe addictions.

Are you a successful professional and perfectionist at heart? Do others see you as someone who has mastered holding it all together? Even though it feels good to be that person, deep down you feel overwhelmed and wish people could see and understand your pain. Holding it all together comes with a price. It stops you from being vulnerable with yourself and others for fear of being judged and misunderstood. It stops you from sharing the pain of all the responsibilities you’ve been carrying. It stops you from being balanced mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually.

If you are serious about coping with all forms of stress in your life related to emotional,relational,work, and physical health than I am very interested in supporting you to develop the skills to heal yourself. I challenge people to move away from emotional ruts and embrace a happier and more productive life. If you are struggling with issues around self-esteem, substance abuse, fears and phobias, and/or relationship challenges, I can give you the support you need to improve the quality of your life. Please call: (773) 593-5492.

I believe there is incredible potential and hope for each person to have a fulfilling and meaningful life, even despite challenges in a person's background or current stressful situation. Each person possesses the resources within themselves to create the change they desire. Counseling simply facilitates unlocking those resources as providing additional "tools" for desired change. I enjoy working with a variety of people and consider it a pleasure to listen, encourage, offer these additional tools to move closer to a person's desired goals, healing, and happiness.

Hello and thanks for visiting! I am a psychotherapist and clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience in the healthcare, mental health and substance abuse field. I personally believe the most important factor in successful therapy is building a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship. I practice primarily from a relational approach, however I have experience with and draw from a wide range of contemporary psychodynamic theories. I utilize various techniques when appropriate, including mindfulness, focusing, meditation, cognitive behavioral and motivational interviewing techniques. I also utilize relapse prevention & harm reduction when working with substance abuse & addiction.

I provide individual psychotherapy, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, military and veteran issues, and stage of life transitions. I also have experience treating problems related to alcohol and substance use utilizing harm reduction. My background and training are in evidence-based cognitive behavioral modalities (CBT), but I generally take a collaborative, eclectic approach to psychotherapy, always starting with a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe clients are experts on themselves and use therapy to help to draw out that innate knowledge and insight.

These are some surreal and unprecedented times that we are all living in right now. It seems that every day some other tragedy or stressor seems to be added to the heaping mound of stressors we already are dealing with on a daily basis. There is so much of the "unknown" out there and I think we all need help from others, especially now. I believe the ideal healing environment is one where you feel safe, respected, supported and valued. I work very hard to create this kind of space, especially as we are first getting to know each other. I also believe firmly that you are the expert on your own life.

I approach my work with an understanding that each client's experience is unique and I appreciate the courage it takes to engage in therapy. I work to help my client's feel heard and understood while exploring the sources of their difficulty. It is important to me that my relationship with clients is collaborative and I believe that you are the best expert on yourself and what you want for treatment. Sessions typically focus on building insight into how past experiences affect us today as well as developing communication and coping skills.

As an integrative psychotherapist, I use a strengths-base and solution-focused approach to holistic wellness. My goal is to provide support and practical feedback in order to help clients effectively address their issues. Your therapy is tailored to meet your needs, combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), client-centered, and psychodynamic approaches--and for couples, emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) and discernment therapy. With warmth, compassion and understanding, I work with each person to help them to build on their strengths and attain their life goals.

It's a privilege to assist individuals and couples who want to make their lives better. I love my work, even more than when I received my initial social work degree. Returning to school later to get my doctorate and teach, I always maintained a private practice. In a nutshell, my philosophy is that I partner with my clients to figure out what they can do to improve their relationships and sense of well-being. Though I have a special interest in infertility and incest survivorship, I work with individuals and couples who struggle with any number of life challenges.

I help people with a critical inner voice develop acceptance and compassion for themselves. My specialities include trauma, anxiety, depression, codependency, finding life/work balance, and providing LGBTQ+ affirming services. I've worked with many folks who grew up with alcoholism or substance abuse in the home, parents who fought often, and those who felt like they had to walk on egg shells. I've also worked with folks who have family members with addiction, those who identify as people pleasers, and those struggling to have fulfilling relationships. I'm especially passionate about helping other helpers, activists, and educators.

Could you believe there may be another way to look at your experiences and ideas about yourself and your life? Maybe you're new to therapy and ready to try a different approach. Or maybe therapy has been helpful in the past and you're looking for a tune up. As uncertain that first step may seem, with the right fit it may open up possibilities for you and set you on a new path.

As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor my goal is to create a warm and compassionate space in which individuals, couples and families can develop and improve meaningful relationships.

Finding a therapist who you connect with can be a daunting task. I know how truly important a strong therapeutic relationship is, which is why I am dedicated and passionate about forming a meaningful bond with each client I work with. Empathic, effective, and client centered mental health care are foundations to my therapeutic practice, and I aspire to create a space that is both welcoming, and safe for all clients.

My approach to therapy is based on respect. I strive to honor each client's unique life experience by adjusting my clinical approach to best meet their individual goals for therapy. I work to provide a safe and collaborative space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and patterns in order to facilitate meaningful change in their lives. Using a holistic and psychodynamic approach, I help my clients to realize and begin implementing their strengths to promote change in their lives.