Life Coaching Therapists in Chicago, IL
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Virginia Jreisat
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I have a great deal of experience helping young adults and professionals with
life
transitions.
I am a firm believer that making the decision to address your issues takes a great deal of courage and bravery. Many of us come from circumstances or environments that encourage us to push through pain by burying it, outworking it, or avoiding it. While these coping skills help us to survive, they don't necessarily encourage us to thrive. As a therapist with psychodynamic training and extensive
life coaching
experience, it is important to me that our sessions focus on identifying where core issues are coming from, encourage collaborative problem solving, as well as create space for intentional goal setting.

Daniela Petrova
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
It's my belief that you can't help how you feel, but you can help what you do about it. By enhancing your state of mind, and investing in a better relationship with yourself you can make a lasting improvement in your
life
. Through the development of a professional, safe, empathic and fulfilling relationship with my clients I'm able to provide exceptional counseling services to adults, children, teens & their families dealing with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, social anxiety,
life
transitions and adjustment difficulties, self-esteem, work-
life
balance, grieving, infertility issues, ADHD & others.

Ivory Bustin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
14 Endorsed
Verified
14 Endorsed
Let me take you deeper into your inner world so that you may experience
life
to the fullest.
Many people struggle with finding who they really are. The self is intricately and beautifully complex. Ignoring any aspects of who we are always results in destructive consequences. Respecting your full humanity by acknowledging your emotional, social, intellectual, physical, & spiritual self will take you on a vulnerable, difficult, and yet fully rewarding journey.

Maggie Bishay
Counselor, PsyD, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with couples, families and individuals. My experience has covered the full gamut of socioeconomic statuses and diagnoses. I hold a PsyD. from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. I also have a Masters from the Chicago school of Professional Psychology. I work with clients by meeting them at the stage in their
life
and walking with them in their journey towards a better self."

Tiffany M. Stevens
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am happy that you have decided to Say YES to YOU!! Yes... to taking the first step towards getting the support to create the
life
that you desire and deserve!

Daniela Schreier
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified
Verified
"Your relationships are my business." -- Hello, I am Dr. Daniela! I am a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist. I work with a clientele of high-functioning individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds and provide services in German, English, and Italian. With a prior background in international PR and business, I specialize in
Life
, Stress and Relationship Management for Individuals, Couples, and Corporations.
Waitlist for new clients

Jean Hausmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Imagine a
life
where you can harness your strengths and find more joy in
life
. You may be a family struggling with stressors related to uncertainty and changes. Your child's school may have reached out to you to discuss concerns related to their academic and social emotional wellness. You may find yourself questioning your relationship with your child and wondering what their behaviors are telling you. It might be difficult to get up in the morning and stay present throughout the day. That ray of sunshine may feel like it's far in the distance. If so, I am here to help your child, teen, and family.

Anne M Appel
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
With over 15 years of experience, I know that
life
is full of challenges and struggles which can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or angry. It takes courage to look at the areas of your
life
that you are dissatisfied with and share your thoughts and feelings. I provide a safe, non-judgemental, compassionate space where you have the opportunity to tell your unique story, gain insight, and make positive lasting change. Working to alleviate your distress, my focus is to guide you to take the necessary steps towards greater fulfillment, meaning, and an overall sense of well being.

Jacob Kaufman
Counselor, JD, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Sometimes it is time to just stop. Stop believing that voice in your head that is so demanding, so critical, so unkind. Stop running, stop fighting, stop avoiding, stop numbing. Sometimes it is time to start. Start waking up, start feeling more alive, start coming home, start loving yourself and others more deeply than ever before. Becoming more present in this constantly beeping and flickering culture of ours is the major personal challenge of the 21st century. Feelings of joy and contentment take place now, not in the future or the past. Experiencing your feelings fully is the key to opening the door to a more satisfying
life
.

Kenneth Stratton
Counselor, LCPC, CRC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I WANT TO HELP YOU REACH YOUR HIGHEST QUALITY OF
LIFE
POSSIBLE! Everyone has struggles in
life
, I'll meet you in that struggle and equip you with internal tools to help you become THE BEST YOU! I want to help you live your best
life
! My focus is to meet you where you're comfortable - in our partnership I will provide a safe space for you to express yourself freely without judgement while increasing your ability to unburden, and forgive yourself. Our therapeutic encounters will facilitate opportunities for you to offer yourself self-compassion, empathy, and grow your self-awareness en-route to accomplishing your goals.

Queer Talk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am queer identified and love helping the QUEER community find authenticity, have better relationships, and aim higher in
life
. I've helped hundreds of people build better lives, and I’ve done the work for myself. I bring my education, expertise, and
life
experience to our sessions.

Jasclyn Coney
Pastoral Counselor, MA, MDiv
Life
isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of
life
’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.

Thomas L Schemper
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Life
unfolds presenting its challenges and we are often required to adapt and change. I have over 25 years of experience helping my clients at these important times. I actively participate in creating an environment that is safe and promotes healing and growth. I do this by striving to be attentive, supportive, challenging and compassionate while embracing the gifts,losses,struggles, irony and humor in
life
's situations. I help my clients cultivate self care by being good observers of themselves and their surroundings, asking hard questions, and showing compassion as they try different approaches and stay open to new possibilities.

Roe Chase Bernardini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, DQSW
Verified
Verified
I believe that with empathic supportive, caring realtionship which respects your ability to grow, you can achieve that
LIFE
THAT YOU WANT.
With compassionate therapy and support, I believe everyone can soar. I am down to earth and will honestly support you with empathy, insight & MIND/BODY connections to expand your possibilities. I treat: adults, individuals & couples. SPECIALTIES: relationships, eating disorders, co-dependency, PTSD, women's issues/abuse, anxiety, depression, panic- phobias. 25 years experience including 7 years as Chairperson of International Council on Alcoholism & Addictions. Using both traditonal, EMDR & energy work will enhance BODY/MIND connections. This will empower you to better and healthier
life
. I also do Forensic evaluations & alternative healing. Skype
coaching
sessions available for out of state contacts.

Yolanda Orange-Berry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Trying to figure out this journey called
LIFE
, one can become overwhelmed and scared. The feeling of not knowing the end result increase one's anxiety.
LIFE
is a daily learning process one must be able to learn from past losses, relationships, and experiences which help shape TODAY. Learn how to cope with these things and focus on your purpose to enjoy each moment.

Rachael Miller
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, EMDR-C, EAC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Hello! I work with individuals looking to improve their lives by overcoming current and early
life
traumas, processing daily stressors, and meeting performance goals. Clients who work with me report feeling more confident, resilient, and empowered. My work with individuals, families, and corporations has been featured internationally through one-on-one services, workshops, and organizational trainings. If you’ve landed on this page, you’ve already taken the first step. You’re not alone and there is help available!

Stephanie Mcsharry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, GL-CMA, WPCC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Whole Person Certified Coach (WPCC) and a Creative Arts Therapist. I have worked in several agencies around Chicago providing a range of therapeutic services as well as clinical supervision. I have done extensive work with individual and group therapy and find great joy in helping others. I utilize both verbal counseling and creative arts techniques when working with clients. My experience includes helping individuals deal with personal stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, low self-esteem,
life
adjustments and relationship issues.
Not accepting new clients

Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
12 Endorsed
Verified
12 Endorsed
Are you feeling "out of sync," unmotivated, confused, lethargic, anxious, depressed? Are your relationships suffering? Your productivity at work? Your belief in yourself? When one area of your
life
is depleted, it can create imbalance in other areas of your
life
. This can include areas of emotional health, physical health, nutrition, sleep, relationships, work, money, and spirituality. My holistic approach addresses clients as a "whole" person...all aspects within yourself (biology, thoughts, feelings) and outside yourself (work, culture, relationships, finances, etc.). As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Certified Holistic Health Coach, I facilitate your body's own natural healing process.

Golden Life Wellness Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified
Verified
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR PHONE, VIDEO AND IN-PERSON SESSIONS" Hi, I am Nancy Griffin, Integrative
Life
Coach! Using my own
life
experiences combined with a diverse range of healing techniques in the areas of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual wellness, I have a passion for helping you achieve positive changes in all areas of
life
! Therapy is a great way to improve the quality of relationships, learn coping skills, overcome obstacles and to focus on better understanding yourself and the intricate layers within your
life
's purpose.

Roseann Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
We all long for rich, rewarding lives, satisfying work, caring relationships and good feelings about ourselves. Sometimes difficult
life
circumstances, self-defeating thoughts and destructive behaviors can keep us stuck in frustration and unhappiness. With years of successful experience helping people thrive and create flourishing lives, I can help you gain valuable knowledge to develop creative, practical skills to accomplish your goals and live in joyful, authentic happiness with open-hearted courage and confidence.
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Life Coaching Therapists
What can I expect from life coaching?
Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.
Can a life coach help treat anxiety?
Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.
Can life coaching be done online?
Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.
How long does life coaching last?
Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.