Therapists in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL

Making time for yourself can be difficult as an adult that has overwhelming responsibilities. You may be a person of color that feels unconfident in your academic or professional life. Or you live with family and struggle with finding independence and creating boundaries in your environment. You have also likely faced discrimination based on your race, gender identity or sexual orientation and need the space to process those experiences. I believe you should not only feel allowed to take up space but thrive in it! My job is to guide you through that process in becoming your best self.

How are you feeling these days? If stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationships, marriage, parenting challenges, career or job stress, the weight of the pandemic (just to name a few) has affected you, we want to help. Our clients are people like you who are problem aware. You know when something is wrong, it's time for a change or even that something is just "off". Simply put - you know what you want and how you want to feel but you need some support or guidance on how to get there.

As a first generation immigrant, I recognize the unique experience individuals face in life. I am passionate about delivering quality care and service to my clients. I hopes to provide support to anyone who is going through a confusing phase or hardship. I specialize in working young adults, adults, older adults and families dealing with complex trauma, family dynamics, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, stress, phase-of-life changes, grief and loss, as well as children with ADHD and autism.

If you are reading this it is because you are looking for some one to be a support to help you with a specific life challenge. Life, as we know will have difficult times and moments. When this happens one does not need to feel or believe that the challenge must be faced alone. It is good to know that you can receive help, and not feel that you are taxing your friendships or over burdening your relationships; You can receive the support you need to help you on your journey of overcoming and succeeding

Are you finding it hard to be motivated? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Are you a new parent and are feeling overwhelmed by your new bundle of joy? If you are feeling any of these things therapy can be a space to find balance and manage your feelings of overwhelm, anxiousness and sadness.

Hell everyone, my name is Yvonne (Yuh-Vaughn), I'm a Clinical intern therapist at Profound Peace Psychotherapy Collective in Chicago. My goals are to help BIPOC moms and dads have a healthier and happier parenting experience and provide support to early childhood educators to regain their love and passion for the field. Parental and educator burnout is real. Parents and educators of color are struggling with depression, anxiety, and PTSD at an alarming rate, and I'm suited up, ready to jump in and make a difference.

Sometimes life can present unexpected situations that you just aren't quite ready for. Not having support or guidance or knowing where to turn can feel lonely and discouraging. If you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging or difficult situation or are ready to move forward in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

In a world filled with unattainable social media expectations, constant distractions, and disconnected relationships, we may find ourselves lost, trying to figure out who we are, while at the same time finding ourselves uncertain of how to get back to our own version of normal. Starting a therapeutic journey can help to restore (or in some cases create) a balance that will allow for a healthy mental and emotional lifestyle and a renewed sense of self confidence.

You deserve to be unapologetically happy! If you were writing a letter to your 12-year-old self, you would likely include a similar statement. Yet, when was the last time you absolutely owned that statement when describing your personal life, marriage, relationships, or career? Somewhere along the way, have you become caught up in simply keeping up and forgotten which way you were headed? In this fast-paced, demanding world, sometimes we overlook ourselves. We forget to honor our hopes and dreams, and nurture ourselves with the basic necessities of joy, love, compassion, and forgiveness.

Mr. Jordan’s therapeutic style combines collaboration, solution-focused planning/strategizing, and cognitive-behavioral theory. He has nearly two decades of experience. “My goal is to provide hope. Anyone can have freedom from any concern using tools that they already possess, the ability to survive. My goal is to tap into that ability to survive and create real-time solutions that provide freedom”.

Whether you are going through a fog in your life, struggling to get over hurt, experiencing broken relationships, depression, stress, anxiety, need assistance obtaining a new career or help overcoming destructive behaviors, I want to offer support to you.

Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Are you a couple needing help with your relationship? Do you have ADHD and need a coach to help you manage life's challenges more effectively? I am a cognitive behavioral therapist who can provide solutions focused therapy to improve the quality of your life. I have 30+ years of experience and my goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, place where you can talk about your concerns and work with me to find solutions to your problems that make sense to you.

My practice focuses on adults who appear to have it all together. Friends, family members, or peers may fail to hear you when you express your needs or true feelings or question whether you even have problems. Despite what others may see, you want to be heard, to express your hurts and dreams and you want to do so in a safe space. Whether you are dealing with a situational issue like an academic or professional obstacle or something that feels more encompassing like relationship patterns or identity issues, I will work with you to illuminate the answers already inside of you.

I'm passionate about working with individuals to address issues such as emotional regulation, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, cultural conflict, trauma, stress management, and life transitions. As an Asian therapist, I have extensive experience working with different generations of Asian immigrants, multicultural individuals, and others in marginalized communities. I aim to bring mental health services to underserved communities in a linguistically appropriate and culturally sensitive manner. With my friendly and humble personality, I establish a compassionate, comfortable and safe space for my client to be where they are.

As a Chicago based consultant/psychotherapist, I have worked 20 + years in communities serving youth, adults, couples and families by way of private practice as well as consulting with nursing homes, social service agencies, residential facilities, schools and hospitals. I have experience treating clients who come from different backgrounds and I am at my best serving a diverse community with diverse needs. In addition, I facilitate organizational change using similar techniques that foster cultural transformation and growth.

My goal is to support your journey towards coping, healing, and growing through an integration of talk and art therapy services. I have a wide array of experience working with individuals across all ages, neurodiverse peoples; peoples with physical and/or cognitive disabilities; peoples experiencing anxiety and/or depression; and peoples processing grief and trauma. I have a passion and specialized experience in working with peoples with Autism Spectrum Disorder, spinal cord injuries, and peoples impacted by gun violence.

I am a firm believer that seeking wellness is the first step in gaining control over your life and achieving your goals. I serve as a passenger alongside clients in their journey and we collaborate on ways to address concerns and ways to improve and grow. I embrace diversity of all kinds and believe that our unique differences are what makes the world interesting and vibrant.

When you are not at your best, making decisions about your career, education, family, lifestyle, relationship or even what to have for dinner can feel overwhelming. You are ready for a change and want to find a solution but it feels easier to give up. You don’t have to sacrifice your health and sanity or figure out how to do it by yourself - I can help. Sometimes it doesn't feel like it - but it really is possible to feel a sense of peace, clarity and happiness. You can live the life that you want without having to fight for it, feel confused, conflicted or exhausted all the time.

Are you seeking meaningful change and healing in your life? Whether you’re struggling with grief or feeling overwhelmed by life transitions, I’m here to help. I offer more than just a listening ear, I provide practical tools to facilitate profound transformation. I am currently pursuing my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Chicago State University. I work under the guidance of a LCPC, ATR supervisor. I utilize narrative and existential frameworks to help you build awareness and understanding of your own thoughts and emotions.