Therapists in Wicker Park, Chicago, IL

As a clinical art therapist, I aim to facilitate growth through verbal and expressive therapies. In my experience, expressive therapies incorporate kinetic practices to release and process trauma trapped in the body. The creative process generates a space to assimilate the values, characteristics, and qualities that make you unique. Clients have the option to engage in art therapy or traditional talk therapy. I work with adults, couples, and families who experience a wide range of concerns including mood disorders, neurodivergence, substance abuse, gender and sexual identity exploration, relational stressors, PTSD, grief and loss.

I look forward to starting this journey with you. The therapeutic process does not require definitive structure to enable growth. Whether you are currently going through a difficult time or have decided you want to make some changes and aren’t sure where to begin, we will work together to find answers at a pace that feels right and comfortable to you. My goal is to help you understand your stressors, increase your self-awareness, enhance your coping skills, and recognize your own strengths. I am consistently humbled by the resilience and strength of the clients that I work with.

Wanting to feel connected, seen, and understood is a deeply human experience. The journey of stepping into our humanness can be an empowering and challenging experience. Therapy can offer a space of gentle reflection, a deep breath of connection and an invitation to tap into our curiosity as we navigate our relationships with ourselves and those around us. My approach to therapy is shaped by my deep respect for the courage it takes to be seen in our humanness, and with a warm, curious, and non-judgmental presence, I invite clients to explore their own goals for growth and connection.

I have experience in the treatment of addictions, anxiety, and depression. I am also experienced working with trauma, bipolar and borderline personality disorders. I graduated from Colorado Christian University in 2020 with my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am currently working on my CSAT certification. Prior to gaining my Master's in Clinical Mental Health, I worked in non-profit outreach providing services such as psychoeducation in anger management to marginalized population groups and people operations providing recruiting, career development, and human resources support.

As both a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Mental Performance Consultant, I specialize in helping individuals overcome barriers that get in the way of living their most rich and meaningful lives and managing the intrusive and uncomfortable thoughts and feelings that tend to get in the way of their goals. I work with athletes, musicians, business professionals, or anyone looking to maximize their ability to perform in their desired space.

I offer a safe place to explore the current issues that are bringing you into therapy. I believe the therapy process works best when it is collaborative, non-judgmental, and empathetic. No matter whether your struggles are newer or longer lasting I aim to fully understand your issues and join you in the process for healing and recovery. It is my goal that you will feel heard, understood, valued, and empowered in order to improve your life, health, and strengthen your relationships.

Hi, I'm Ezza and I'm so glad you're here. Life is hard as it is – that is a fact. Challenges may morph and change as we grow older, but our emotional experiences will always be a consistent reaction to our everyday instances. It's one of the ways human life is so colorful. As a therapist, my aim is to offer a safe space for clients to explore things in their life that may not be working well. I approach therapy from a collaborative process aimed at getting clients to notice, bring attention, and slow down when the world urges all of us to ignore, distract, and speed up.

Are you struggling in your relationship to feel seen and understood? Do you want to improve your connection and communication with your partner? Do you want to live a more authentic and fulfilling life? I can help! I provide a supportive environment in which you can explore your experiences and overcome barriers that prevent you from living the life you want to live.

As of August 2021, Terry Hefter Associates, L.L.C. is delighted to join CFC Therapy and their family of psychotherapists. Together, we bring more than four decades of experience helping clients transform relationships, tackle roadblocks, and achieve their fullest potential. We look forward to empowering you as we embark on this exciting partnership! At THA Therapy Group, we believe in possibilities—and we empower you to realize yours. Working with our team of experienced therapists, you’ll gain the strength to navigate life’s challenges, confront what’s holding you back, and achieve your fullest potential.

Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. You probably sense that it’s finally time to reach out for help, but feel unsure of where to begin. Perhaps you feel uncertain if there is anyone out there who can understand, let alone help. I believe that the strength of the therapeutic relationship directly impacts an individual’s capacity for change, and thus my first priority is to cultivate a safe, open, and compassionate relationship with each of my clients. My style of therapy is supportive, lively, and direct. My goal is to help you learn to trust yourself and feel less weighed down by self doubt.

I believe that therapy belongs foremost to the patient. I believe that the verbal sharing of experiences allows one to hear themselves think and identify how they feel-gaining meaningful insights into who they are along the way. There is no need to know why exactly treatment is being sought. The only need is a willingness to know the self better, and a belief that through a collaborative dialogue, change is possible. My goal is to create the safe and trusting relationship necessary to allow the treatment process to unfold. I join my patients as a active collaborator, a sensitive observer and a discerning interpreter.

Accepting new clients in-person or virtual. Our approach is goal-oriented at all levels and we truly believe everyone deserves to be free from the things holding them back. At CFC you will find a team of therapists who truly care. We take our time to get to know our clients and create goals that we can support you with. Whether it is you and your partner seeking intimacy or you are looking for relief from anxiety that doesn't seem to ever go away; we are here to help. Our motto is to walk beside our clients and share in this journey. We have 3 EMDR trained therapists, 4 couples counselors, a somatic pain specialist, and 3 interns.

Some of my clinical interests include increasing self-esteem, focusing on the present moment, empowering clients to achieve their goals, challenging limiting beliefs, and fostering hope for the future. Before joining AMK Counseling, I provided therapy for adults facing life challenges and severe mental illness in hospital and community health settings. Prior to graduate school, I also spent years providing behavioral support to children and youth with behavioral health challenges. I am happy to be able to serve people of all ages and backgrounds at AMK Counseling.

I strive to provide excellent care catered toward an individual's specific needs by leading with a compassionate, flexible, and goal-oriented approach. I have received specialized clinical training in the areas of: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), acceptance & commitment therapy (ACT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), psychodynamic approaches, and trauma-informed frameworks. Through my work at Northwestern's Family Institute, Eating Recovery Center, and multiple private practice settings, my consistent aim has been to advocate for the well-being of my clients.

I offer a warm and safe space where clients can feel supported as they navigate and heal from life’s challenges. As a person centered, strengths-based, and culturally responsive therapist, I emphasize that you, the client, are the expert of your own life and have valuable strengths that will facilitate your journey to self-growth. I value collaboration in the therapeutic process and will often invite feedback to ensure we are working towards your goals. Throughout my clinical practice, I have worked with clients of all ages, including children, adolescents, and emerging adults in nonprofit, inpatient, and outpatient settings.