Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Chicago, IL
Through my work with many families I began to also address issues of parenting and family dynamics as well as children and adolescents facing a variety of disorders, self-esteem issues, and acting out behaviors.
I came to study and practice psychology as a result of my military service and experience working with people living in war zones. I worked extensively in the area of PTSD and incorporate Neurofeedback in treating a variety of conditions such as ADHD, anxiety and depression. https://www.chicagobrainhealth.com/
Through my work with many families I began to also address issues of parenting and family dynamics as well as children and adolescents facing a variety of disorders, self-esteem issues, and acting out behaviors.
I came to study and practice psychology as a result of my military service and experience working with people living in war zones. I worked extensively in the area of PTSD and incorporate Neurofeedback in treating a variety of conditions such as ADHD, anxiety and depression. https://www.chicagobrainhealth.com/
Relationships form us whether we like it or not. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am honored to work with couples, families, and individuals in navigating the beauty and challenges of relationship. I love to help clients see the person they are already becoming in their personal journey; and I am passionate about empowering clients to see the hope that is already in their story through experiences both in and out of the therapy room.
Relationships form us whether we like it or not. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am honored to work with couples, families, and individuals in navigating the beauty and challenges of relationship. I love to help clients see the person they are already becoming in their personal journey; and I am passionate about empowering clients to see the hope that is already in their story through experiences both in and out of the therapy room.
Some of my favorite groups to work with are young adults, adolescents, gender and sexual minorities, artists, and clients navigating life transitions.
I offer my clients warmth and acceptance in our work together, encouraging curiosity and collaboration that leads to living an authentic life. I like to cultivate a strong alliance and establish a safe and supportive environment to help my clients access the power of vulnerability, honoring their true selves and desires.
Some of my favorite groups to work with are young adults, adolescents, gender and sexual minorities, artists, and clients navigating life transitions.
I offer my clients warmth and acceptance in our work together, encouraging curiosity and collaboration that leads to living an authentic life. I like to cultivate a strong alliance and establish a safe and supportive environment to help my clients access the power of vulnerability, honoring their true selves and desires.
I am a caring, insightful and a trained therapist that offers support, motivation, clarity to help you through emotional issues, personal growth, conflictual family dynamics, work challenges, and improve intrapersonal skills. I attempt to provide an accepting, and safe environment for you to freely express yourself. If you are willing to do the work we can help you with depression, anxiety, over thinking, stress, a history of abuse or trauma, grief, and spiritual dilemmas. Also, it is my goal to assist Professionals in sharpening their image and skills. Can you imagine having a better life, if not, call me for an appointment.
I am a caring, insightful and a trained therapist that offers support, motivation, clarity to help you through emotional issues, personal growth, conflictual family dynamics, work challenges, and improve intrapersonal skills. I attempt to provide an accepting, and safe environment for you to freely express yourself. If you are willing to do the work we can help you with depression, anxiety, over thinking, stress, a history of abuse or trauma, grief, and spiritual dilemmas. Also, it is my goal to assist Professionals in sharpening their image and skills. Can you imagine having a better life, if not, call me for an appointment.
I see young adults and adults who may look like they have it together on the outside but internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck. They may struggle with overthinking, perfectionism, self-criticism, relationships, or emotional regulation, and often understand their patterns intellectually but struggle to change them. I help clients understand what is underneath their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, recognize patterns that are no longer serving them, and develop healthier ways of responding to themselves and others, turning insight into meaningful, lasting change.
I see young adults and adults who may look like they have it together on the outside but internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck. They may struggle with overthinking, perfectionism, self-criticism, relationships, or emotional regulation, and often understand their patterns intellectually but struggle to change them. I help clients understand what is underneath their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, recognize patterns that are no longer serving them, and develop healthier ways of responding to themselves and others, turning insight into meaningful, lasting change.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to navigate their experiences with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and life transitions through a multicultural and trauma-informed lens.
I am committed to providing a warm, collaborative, and empathetic space for each person to comfortably explore their thoughts and feelings to gain insight into their behaviors, patterns, and relational concerns. My approach is client-centered, as I believe you are the expert of your own life in the therapeutic process.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to navigate their experiences with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and life transitions through a multicultural and trauma-informed lens.
I am committed to providing a warm, collaborative, and empathetic space for each person to comfortably explore their thoughts and feelings to gain insight into their behaviors, patterns, and relational concerns. My approach is client-centered, as I believe you are the expert of your own life in the therapeutic process.
The end-of-life arrangements are over, the house is quieter, and the frequency of family and friends checking in is starting to slow down. Some days you catch yourself staring at blank walls, shocked that your loved one is gone. Other days you burst into tears at the realization that they are not coming back. Maybe you are throwing yourself back into work to distract from the pain of this loss, or you may be numbing with substances or isolating and snapping at other loved ones.
The end-of-life arrangements are over, the house is quieter, and the frequency of family and friends checking in is starting to slow down. Some days you catch yourself staring at blank walls, shocked that your loved one is gone. Other days you burst into tears at the realization that they are not coming back. Maybe you are throwing yourself back into work to distract from the pain of this loss, or you may be numbing with substances or isolating and snapping at other loved ones.
Our diverse team of compassionate therapists is here to provide a supportive, welcoming space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted. We work with individuals, couples, children, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, infidelity, premarital concerns, and parent-child difficulties.
We understand that reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step. Our approach is warm, culturally responsive, strengths-based, and tailored to you and your unique experiences. Whether you’re hoping to feel more like yourself again, strengthen your relationship, and gain healing.
Our diverse team of compassionate therapists is here to provide a supportive, welcoming space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted. We work with individuals, couples, children, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, infidelity, premarital concerns, and parent-child difficulties.
We understand that reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step. Our approach is warm, culturally responsive, strengths-based, and tailored to you and your unique experiences. Whether you’re hoping to feel more like yourself again, strengthen your relationship, and gain healing.
I have over 5 years of experience helping both adults and teens with mental health and emotional concerns.
It can be challenging to take the first step in releasing the parts of us that no longer serve us. Wherever you are in your journey, I would be grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside you.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing holistic and weight-inclusive care for concerns related to eating disorders, body image, OCD, women’s issues, trauma, and attachment concerns. As a person-centered therapist, I believe therapy is a collaborative process where you can feel seen, understood, and supported as you explore your experiences, identity, and values.
I have over 5 years of experience helping both adults and teens with mental health and emotional concerns.
It can be challenging to take the first step in releasing the parts of us that no longer serve us. Wherever you are in your journey, I would be grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside you.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing holistic and weight-inclusive care for concerns related to eating disorders, body image, OCD, women’s issues, trauma, and attachment concerns. As a person-centered therapist, I believe therapy is a collaborative process where you can feel seen, understood, and supported as you explore your experiences, identity, and values.
I work with teens 15 and older as well as adults.
Making the decision to speak to a therapist or telling your parents you think it's time to speak to one is never an easy decision. I hope to make therapy feel like a safe space where you can open up and share what is happening in your life big or small. I am ready to listen and help you navigate the issues you want to work on without judgment. My clients experience me as encouraging, understanding, and optimistic.
I work with teens 15 and older as well as adults.
Making the decision to speak to a therapist or telling your parents you think it's time to speak to one is never an easy decision. I hope to make therapy feel like a safe space where you can open up and share what is happening in your life big or small. I am ready to listen and help you navigate the issues you want to work on without judgment. My clients experience me as encouraging, understanding, and optimistic.
I work with adolescents and young adults who are exploring identity, relationships, and periods of change.
I help clients better understand themselves and navigate depression, stress, burnout, and life transitions. My work blends practical tools with deeper self-exploration, supporting emotional regulation, boundaries, and communication. Together, we can build insight, confidence, and more intentional ways of relating to yourself and others.
I work with adolescents and young adults who are exploring identity, relationships, and periods of change.
I help clients better understand themselves and navigate depression, stress, burnout, and life transitions. My work blends practical tools with deeper self-exploration, supporting emotional regulation, boundaries, and communication. Together, we can build insight, confidence, and more intentional ways of relating to yourself and others.
I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, and relationship concerns.
My path to becoming a therapist has been driven by my passion in fostering healing and accessibility in mental health care. As a second-generation Mexican-American woman, I have witnessed the impact cultural stigmas and systemic barriers hold in preventing individuals seeking the support they need, in addition to receiving competent and considerate care. These experiences have fueled my dedication to providing culturally responsive and inclusive care that ensures individuals who come to services feel truly supported and heard. My practice is built on a foundation of empathy, advocacy, and social awareness.
I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, and relationship concerns.
My path to becoming a therapist has been driven by my passion in fostering healing and accessibility in mental health care. As a second-generation Mexican-American woman, I have witnessed the impact cultural stigmas and systemic barriers hold in preventing individuals seeking the support they need, in addition to receiving competent and considerate care. These experiences have fueled my dedication to providing culturally responsive and inclusive care that ensures individuals who come to services feel truly supported and heard. My practice is built on a foundation of empathy, advocacy, and social awareness.
I specialize in working with adolescents, families, couples, eating disorders, as well as individual therapy.
I have experience with a lot of different therapeutic styles and techniques, but I always tailor my style to the person. Some of the styles and techniques I utilize include Narrative Therapy, CBT, DBT, Art & Play Therapy, IFS, Gottman Couples Counseling, and Mindfulness. First, and foremost, my goal is to create a space for you to explore yourself.
I specialize in working with adolescents, families, couples, eating disorders, as well as individual therapy.
I have experience with a lot of different therapeutic styles and techniques, but I always tailor my style to the person. Some of the styles and techniques I utilize include Narrative Therapy, CBT, DBT, Art & Play Therapy, IFS, Gottman Couples Counseling, and Mindfulness. First, and foremost, my goal is to create a space for you to explore yourself.
Walking through life, we all face challenges and questions that require an answer, and at times, this can feel overwhelming. Together we can build an authentic relationship where you feel safe, validated, and empowered to explore and confront those challenges. I help adults, couples, and families to find healthier ways to cope, as well as, promote holistic wellness: emotionally, physically and spiritually. Therapy is a collaborative process where you have an active role.
Walking through life, we all face challenges and questions that require an answer, and at times, this can feel overwhelming. Together we can build an authentic relationship where you feel safe, validated, and empowered to explore and confront those challenges. I help adults, couples, and families to find healthier ways to cope, as well as, promote holistic wellness: emotionally, physically and spiritually. Therapy is a collaborative process where you have an active role.
Seeking support is not often easy, and in engaging with therapy you have taken a very important step. I believe that there is no single therapeutic method that works for all people, and I instead look forward to meeting you where you are, building a trusting relationship, and collaborating with you on your goals while we create a personalized path towards empowering you and reducing your suffering. In walking this path together, we can work towards a better understanding of your Self, including your joys, sorrows, challenges, and strengths, as well as how you navigate the world.
Seeking support is not often easy, and in engaging with therapy you have taken a very important step. I believe that there is no single therapeutic method that works for all people, and I instead look forward to meeting you where you are, building a trusting relationship, and collaborating with you on your goals while we create a personalized path towards empowering you and reducing your suffering. In walking this path together, we can work towards a better understanding of your Self, including your joys, sorrows, challenges, and strengths, as well as how you navigate the world.
I have experience with clients across the lifespan, and work with children and adolescents who face a variety of challenges, with an emphasis on collaborating with families to help them support their children's growth.
I work with clients across the lifespan to help them work towards an enhanced quality of life, regardless of what their challenges may be.
I have experience with clients across the lifespan, and work with children and adolescents who face a variety of challenges, with an emphasis on collaborating with families to help them support their children's growth.
I work with clients across the lifespan to help them work towards an enhanced quality of life, regardless of what their challenges may be.
I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, and couples navigating complex trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, psychosomatic issues, and depression.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel like a mystery or a monologue. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself or others I'm here to help you make sense of it all. I help to foster more authentic relationships with self and with others using a relational, insight-oriented approach grounded in mindfulness and curiosity.
Much of who we are is shaped by early experiences, family dynamics, cultural context, and, yes—sometimes that one offhand comment from a middle school teacher. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that keep you from feeling grounded and connected, and work toward a version of you that feels more real.
I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, and couples navigating complex trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, psychosomatic issues, and depression.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel like a mystery or a monologue. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself or others I'm here to help you make sense of it all. I help to foster more authentic relationships with self and with others using a relational, insight-oriented approach grounded in mindfulness and curiosity.
Much of who we are is shaped by early experiences, family dynamics, cultural context, and, yes—sometimes that one offhand comment from a middle school teacher. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that keep you from feeling grounded and connected, and work toward a version of you that feels more real.
“That’s a good point” is something that I often hear when challenging the thought processes of clients.
The process of starting therapy can be awkward and scary but life-changing. It is a relief to speak with someone who doesn’t know you to form judgments. This environment is understood as a safe space that you will be provided with. A place where you can feel heard, express your emotions, and receive psycho-education. We all have the ability to change with the right tools. My goal is to meet you where you’re at and grow from there.
“That’s a good point” is something that I often hear when challenging the thought processes of clients.
The process of starting therapy can be awkward and scary but life-changing. It is a relief to speak with someone who doesn’t know you to form judgments. This environment is understood as a safe space that you will be provided with. A place where you can feel heard, express your emotions, and receive psycho-education. We all have the ability to change with the right tools. My goal is to meet you where you’re at and grow from there.
What story are your symptoms trying to tell? Before we’re able to put our deepest struggles into words, our symptoms speak for us, often in the form of unintentional or unwelcome actions. Maybe you find yourself caught in repeating relationship cycles or self-defeating thought spirals. Or perhaps you notice that you’re acting out anxiously in ways that you can’t yet explain. One way to address these patterns is to listen to our symptoms as clues about hidden messages we carry within us. That process is at the core of a kind of therapy that you might consider: a therapy designed to treat your symptoms by translating them into words.
What story are your symptoms trying to tell? Before we’re able to put our deepest struggles into words, our symptoms speak for us, often in the form of unintentional or unwelcome actions. Maybe you find yourself caught in repeating relationship cycles or self-defeating thought spirals. Or perhaps you notice that you’re acting out anxiously in ways that you can’t yet explain. One way to address these patterns is to listen to our symptoms as clues about hidden messages we carry within us. That process is at the core of a kind of therapy that you might consider: a therapy designed to treat your symptoms by translating them into words.
So you survived a pandemic, losses and uncertainty? Resilience is within you. I believe that we all possess abilities within us that can help us overcome the most difficult of times. Let us work together to use that same resilience to overcome other life stressors, be it anxiety, depression or relationship problems.
So you survived a pandemic, losses and uncertainty? Resilience is within you. I believe that we all possess abilities within us that can help us overcome the most difficult of times. Let us work together to use that same resilience to overcome other life stressors, be it anxiety, depression or relationship problems.
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
When does a teenager need to see a therapist?
Exploration and existential struggle is a normal part of adolescence, but if your teenager’s emotions or behaviors change so as to disrupt their ability to function academically or socially, you may want to consult a therapist. For example, if a teen’s grades in school drop suddenly or if they begin isolating from their friends and only spending time online, a parent may want to consider therapy.
What can an adolescent therapist help with?
Adolescence is a tumultuous time, and a therapist can help with the challenges that arise, whether they relate to emotions, academics, disruptive behaviors, self-esteem, friendships, family dynamics, sexual or gender identity, or alcohol and drug use. A therapist can help teenagers unpack their emotions, understand their experiences, and develop coping skills.
What therapy types are suitable for teenagers?
Teenagers may especially benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy (which identifies unhealthy thought patterns to change emotions and behaviors), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), which teaches emotion regulation and distress tolerance, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), which teaches emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility, and interpersonal therapy, which targets interpersonal difficulties. Additionally, adolescent problems may involve family members; family therapy to improve family dynamics and communication is helpful in those cases.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.