Optum Therapists in Chicago, IL

Hello! I've been a practicing clinical counselor for over 27 years after serving in the U.S. Army Chaplain Corp. I take an eclectic approach to therapy using techniques found in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Choice Theory, Existential Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I focus on the areas of anger management, anxiety, depression, job stress, and panic attacks. I received my clinical training at Illinois State University in Human Services Counseling and Lincoln Christian Seminary in Pastoral Counseling.

Alyssa Cline is a licensed clinical social worker who earned her master’s degree in Social Work from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She decided to become a therapist after working as a caseworker in foster care for years and wanting to spend more time helping the parents and children process hard situations.

Life is ever changing, and with change can bring a plethora of other emotions including stress, depression and anxiety. It takes strength to seek help when we are feeling most vulnerable. I aim to create a safe, warm, and supportive connection with another person and use that connection to cultivate change. I’d like to help you become empowered to accomplish your own goals and to take control of your life. All transitions are difficult, whether it is anticipated or unexpected change. As adults, we have many responsibilities to uphold. This can include career, relationships, and family, emotional and physical health.

During this time of increased stress, counseling is often a valuable source of support. Providing assistance to children, teens, and adults with special needs and their families is the focus of my practice. Beginning as a learning disabilities teacher, and then transitioning to clinical psychology, I have over 25 years of experience. My practice combines a solid foundation in traditional psychotherapy with specialized interventions for individuals with special needs. Whether seeking support for yourself or guidance for a loved one, together we can help you find solutions.

As your therapist, I can help you find inner peace, stability, and joy in life if you are someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, identity formation, stress, or life transitions, forming connections in school, relationships, or work. Life can be hard when we encounter feelings and situations that prevent us from growing. Making the changes you want to incorporate into your life can be difficult. Therapy is a process. You have taken the most difficult first step in your journey so far; you have decided to ask for guidance.

Ellen is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and families in various clinical and community settings. In addition to individual therapy, she is a former group therapist, school counselor, group trainer, and international teacher and tutor. Ellen is a trained trauma therapist and works with EMDR to help address issues surrounding anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Ellen brings warmth and non-judgement to sessions to help clients recognize and experience their emotions and natural capacities for change.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to providing competent, compassionate therapeutic services to those managing the challenges of life. I specialize in working with those living with depression, anxiety, issues related to spirituality, survivors of trauma, those in recovery (from racism and other forms of oppression). I enjoy working with older adults.

You spend a substantial amount of time pretending to have it all figured out, but inside you struggle with feeling flawed, unusual, or broken, and you imagine that no one around you can really understand what this feels like. It might look like despising the body that you exist in and feeling like your only option is to change it. It might look like feeling like your insecurities are crushing you, and impacting how you interact with others. It might look like struggling after hearing your partner had an affair, not knowing how you will emotionally recover. You want a therapist who can hold your hand and remind you of your own light.

Hello and welcome. My goal is to provide a welcoming and non-judgmental platform to help you become your own catalyst for self-empowerment. I have worked with all age groups in the areas of anxiety, depression, codependency, addiction, self-harming, chronic pain, relationship issues, anger management, and life transitions. My counseling style is a client-centered strength-based approach that includes various treatment modalities depending on the client's needs and expectations. These modalities include Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT).

Patricia is a psychotherapist based in River North. Her methods and approach to therapy is individual psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative, and solution focused.

Becoming a parent is one of the most transformative journeys a person will experience. For some it can be a time for self awareness, reflection and deepening of relationships. For others it may be a time filled with anxiety, fear and distress. After baby arrives the family will be in a time of transition, navigating new roles and how to care for and attune to baby. I am passionate about supporting parents and their babies to navigate the crucial time period.

I am a counselor with wide-ranging experience offering in-person and online counseling. My life’s passion is helping teens and young adults to reclaim their emotional wellbeing and strengthen their relationships. Working on feeling connected, at peace, safe, and supported have proven to be cornerstones to lasting change and healthier living.

Hi, I’m Stephanie! I am a bilingual, bicultural therapist and second-generation Mexican-American. Growing up, I observed the stigmatized view of mental health issues and therapy. These moments inspired me to pursue a career in mental health, to create a safe space for voices to be heard, to break barriers and promote moments of vulnerability, and healing. I not only empathize with my clients but I am also committed to compassion therapy and mental health practices through healing and education.

I have over 12 years of experience practicing therapy with children, adults, and families in a variety of settings who are dealing with a wide array of clinical issues. My main areas of clinical focus have been depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, low self-esteem, anxiety, panic, trauma, and anger as well as behavioral, family, and interpersonal problems. If you find yourself or your child challenged with constant worry, low mood, lack of motivation, anger or interpersonal struggles, I am here to help!

I want to help you alleviate anxiety, excessive worry and depression. I have 2 years experience working with adolescents and geriatrics who have struggled stress due to personal and professional conflict coupled with the state of the world. I provide a holistic approach to safely process emotions teaching you how to regulate through grounding techniques and problem solving resolution skills. Along, with counseling we are now offering TMS (Non-medication approach) to our schaumburg location.

Hi there my name is Tanya and I am a License Clinical Social Worker. Life can be challenging from time to time.

SEEKING AFFORDABLE, PRIVATE AND PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING. Get Started NOW at this easily accessible but private location. I have flexible hours. My passion is helping others achieve healing and peace. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I utilize evidence-based practices and tailored treatment plans to meet the individual needs of my clients. I provide a safe, caring and confidential environment for clients to explore their feelings, beliefs and behaviors, identify areas of their lives needing change, gain self-awareness and understand others, set personal goals, and work toward desired change. I am also available to provide clinical supervision.