Pacific Islander Therapists in Chicago, IL
It would be ideal for us to be motivated to improve our lives when things are going well. More often than not, we only make changes to our lives during times of darkness. In our work together, we can focus on finding the beauty, joy, and peace in your life. We can step into the darkness together with curiosity.
It would be ideal for us to be motivated to improve our lives when things are going well. More often than not, we only make changes to our lives during times of darkness. In our work together, we can focus on finding the beauty, joy, and peace in your life. We can step into the darkness together with curiosity.
Currently working with clients that struggle with anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder, which impacts their daily functioning and quality of life. Clients that have a history of substance abuse or behavioral addiction, leading to negative consequences in their personal, social, and professional life. Some have experienced significant trauma, such as childhood abuse, domestic violence, or a traumatic event, resulting in symptoms of PTSD or complex trauma. Their mental health and addiction issues have strained their relationships, causing conflicts, communication problems, and difficulties in maintaining healthy connections.
Currently working with clients that struggle with anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder, which impacts their daily functioning and quality of life. Clients that have a history of substance abuse or behavioral addiction, leading to negative consequences in their personal, social, and professional life. Some have experienced significant trauma, such as childhood abuse, domestic violence, or a traumatic event, resulting in symptoms of PTSD or complex trauma. Their mental health and addiction issues have strained their relationships, causing conflicts, communication problems, and difficulties in maintaining healthy connections.
Have you spent your life putting others first, silencing your needs, or feeling disconnected from your emotions? You may struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or difficulty trusting others - often without knowing why. Many of my clients grew up in environments where emotional safety was lacking. Now, they're seeking more than symptom relief - they want to understand themselves, heal old wounds, and build real connection. If you're tired of repeating painful patterns and long to feel grounded, authentic, and whole, therapy can be the first step toward lasting change.
Have you spent your life putting others first, silencing your needs, or feeling disconnected from your emotions? You may struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or difficulty trusting others - often without knowing why. Many of my clients grew up in environments where emotional safety was lacking. Now, they're seeking more than symptom relief - they want to understand themselves, heal old wounds, and build real connection. If you're tired of repeating painful patterns and long to feel grounded, authentic, and whole, therapy can be the first step toward lasting change.
I have a particular passion for supporting families navigating divorce or separation, as well as adolescents exploring identity, autonomy, and belonging. I work with immigrant families and clients exploring generational trauma, in addition to individuals and couples seeking meaningful connection, healing, and change. Presenting concerns I can support include, but are not limited to, infidelity and affair recovery, rebuilding trust, couple reconnection, parenting challenges, navigating neurodivergence, developing self-esteem, trauma recovery, depression, and anger or mood management.
I have a particular passion for supporting families navigating divorce or separation, as well as adolescents exploring identity, autonomy, and belonging. I work with immigrant families and clients exploring generational trauma, in addition to individuals and couples seeking meaningful connection, healing, and change. Presenting concerns I can support include, but are not limited to, infidelity and affair recovery, rebuilding trust, couple reconnection, parenting challenges, navigating neurodivergence, developing self-esteem, trauma recovery, depression, and anger or mood management.
Everyone enters therapy with different goals. Whether a person is very clear on what they want to accomplish or still figuring things out, I encourage them to make choices at their own pace. I believe every person is the expert of their own experiences. I prioritize working with sick/mad/disabled, queer and trans people of color of all ages, but particularly late adolescents and emerging/young adults. I am affirming, sex and kink positive, and experienced in helping navigate poly & non-monogamous relationships. I also specialize in exploring and building skills/resources with neurodivergent individuals.
Everyone enters therapy with different goals. Whether a person is very clear on what they want to accomplish or still figuring things out, I encourage them to make choices at their own pace. I believe every person is the expert of their own experiences. I prioritize working with sick/mad/disabled, queer and trans people of color of all ages, but particularly late adolescents and emerging/young adults. I am affirming, sex and kink positive, and experienced in helping navigate poly & non-monogamous relationships. I also specialize in exploring and building skills/resources with neurodivergent individuals.
Starting therapy can be a daunting and overwhelming experience, but taking this step is a courageous and important decision. I’m so glad you are here! My goal is to walk alongside you as you explore your path to growth, self-discovery, and empowerment. I’m passionate about creating a warm, inclusive space where we can address life’s challenges together. I love to use humor, creativity, mindfulness, and self-reflection, alongside therapeutic approaches tailored to your specific needs.
Starting therapy can be a daunting and overwhelming experience, but taking this step is a courageous and important decision. I’m so glad you are here! My goal is to walk alongside you as you explore your path to growth, self-discovery, and empowerment. I’m passionate about creating a warm, inclusive space where we can address life’s challenges together. I love to use humor, creativity, mindfulness, and self-reflection, alongside therapeutic approaches tailored to your specific needs.
I enjoy working with individuals navigating their anxiety, feelings of walking between two cultural worlds, complex grief & loss, depression, family dynamics, forced displacement, gender identity, intergenerational trauma, all life stage transitions, spirituality, & relationship with a breast cancer diagnosis. With a trauma-focused & intersectional lens, I primarily work with adolescents, young adults & elderly people from AAPI, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, immigrant & refugee communities. I focus on 1.5 and 2nd generation Filipino/a/x & South Asian American Immigrants, young adults with breast cancer & older adults chronic comorbidities.
I enjoy working with individuals navigating their anxiety, feelings of walking between two cultural worlds, complex grief & loss, depression, family dynamics, forced displacement, gender identity, intergenerational trauma, all life stage transitions, spirituality, & relationship with a breast cancer diagnosis. With a trauma-focused & intersectional lens, I primarily work with adolescents, young adults & elderly people from AAPI, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, immigrant & refugee communities. I focus on 1.5 and 2nd generation Filipino/a/x & South Asian American Immigrants, young adults with breast cancer & older adults chronic comorbidities.
I believe in the idea of exploring home within ourselves to lead us toward compassionate self-love that transcends into our relationship with others and our community. As a trauma-informed art therapist, I'm committed to listening and meeting you where you are to support you on your journey. Whether you have had previous art experience or none at all, I believe that you have the potential to express and engage with your inner world through creativity. Through my clinical experiences, I've learned that collaboration and storytelling through creativity, humor, imagination, and play helps bring new perspectives to troubling times.
I believe in the idea of exploring home within ourselves to lead us toward compassionate self-love that transcends into our relationship with others and our community. As a trauma-informed art therapist, I'm committed to listening and meeting you where you are to support you on your journey. Whether you have had previous art experience or none at all, I believe that you have the potential to express and engage with your inner world through creativity. Through my clinical experiences, I've learned that collaboration and storytelling through creativity, humor, imagination, and play helps bring new perspectives to troubling times.
Do you suspect something is holding you back from living your best life? If so, you’re not alone, and counseling can help. I specialize in contextual behavior change counseling. This means we’ll take time to understand your circumstances and how we can make adjustments to help you create the life you desire.
Do you suspect something is holding you back from living your best life? If so, you’re not alone, and counseling can help. I specialize in contextual behavior change counseling. This means we’ll take time to understand your circumstances and how we can make adjustments to help you create the life you desire.
Hello! I am a clinical psychologist that provides therapy from a clinical-community psychology lens, meaning I care about individuals and the communities they are part of. I’ve worked with a wide range of clinical concerns including trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use, LGBTQ+ and specifically transgender-related concerns, military and veterans-related issues, mental health difficulties related to rural living, family and couples concerns, immigrant and refugee mental health, and concerns related to multi-ethnic, multi-racial, and minoritized racial or ethnic backgrounds.
Hello! I am a clinical psychologist that provides therapy from a clinical-community psychology lens, meaning I care about individuals and the communities they are part of. I’ve worked with a wide range of clinical concerns including trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use, LGBTQ+ and specifically transgender-related concerns, military and veterans-related issues, mental health difficulties related to rural living, family and couples concerns, immigrant and refugee mental health, and concerns related to multi-ethnic, multi-racial, and minoritized racial or ethnic backgrounds.
Sometimes your nervous system feels like it’s running the show. Whether it’s anxiety that won’t quiet, postpartum overwhelm, or the aftershocks of trauma. In our work together, we’ll explore how stress and life changes affect both your brain and your body, and find ways to calm and reset your system. Using a neuro-informed lens, I’ll collaborate with you to notice patterns, build tools for regulation, and create space for healing so you can feel more grounded and connected in daily life.
Sometimes your nervous system feels like it’s running the show. Whether it’s anxiety that won’t quiet, postpartum overwhelm, or the aftershocks of trauma. In our work together, we’ll explore how stress and life changes affect both your brain and your body, and find ways to calm and reset your system. Using a neuro-informed lens, I’ll collaborate with you to notice patterns, build tools for regulation, and create space for healing so you can feel more grounded and connected in daily life.
When working with children, I recognize that life’s challenges and expectations may not always be friendly and accommodating to a child’s uniqueness and their development. I believe that being able to cope with these stressors, develop meaningful relationships, and live life to their fullest potential come from relationships where we feel heard and understood. When I work with children and their families, it is important to me that I provide them with this therapeutic space all through using a child’s natural language, which is their play.
When working with children, I recognize that life’s challenges and expectations may not always be friendly and accommodating to a child’s uniqueness and their development. I believe that being able to cope with these stressors, develop meaningful relationships, and live life to their fullest potential come from relationships where we feel heard and understood. When I work with children and their families, it is important to me that I provide them with this therapeutic space all through using a child’s natural language, which is their play.
Many of those looking for psychotherapy are responding to the feeling that things in life are breaking apart. Whether you are experiencing unwanted symptoms or seeking greater self-understanding about your interpersonal patterns, mental health treatment can be a powerful tool to help us learn how to live in ways that align with our deepest values. I have experiences working with those who are navigating significant life changes, those seeking healing from old and new wounds, and those working to integrate loss and pain including intergenerational trauma and spiritual concerns.
Many of those looking for psychotherapy are responding to the feeling that things in life are breaking apart. Whether you are experiencing unwanted symptoms or seeking greater self-understanding about your interpersonal patterns, mental health treatment can be a powerful tool to help us learn how to live in ways that align with our deepest values. I have experiences working with those who are navigating significant life changes, those seeking healing from old and new wounds, and those working to integrate loss and pain including intergenerational trauma and spiritual concerns.
I work with clients who want to build a stronger sense of self, unlearn victim narratives and instead want to foster more self-love, compassion, and unapologetic confidence. They are recovering people-pleasers, people who are intellectually self-aware but need help creating lasting change, adult children of immigrants, people with emotionally immature parents, people who struggle with love and dating, and/or those healing from abuse. My clients will learn to process their unresolved trauma and release patterns that no longer serve them. I'm a therapist who isn't afraid to actively challenge you to build the life you want to live.
I work with clients who want to build a stronger sense of self, unlearn victim narratives and instead want to foster more self-love, compassion, and unapologetic confidence. They are recovering people-pleasers, people who are intellectually self-aware but need help creating lasting change, adult children of immigrants, people with emotionally immature parents, people who struggle with love and dating, and/or those healing from abuse. My clients will learn to process their unresolved trauma and release patterns that no longer serve them. I'm a therapist who isn't afraid to actively challenge you to build the life you want to live.
Do you feel overwhelmed with intense emotions? Does the heaviness from your trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief weighing you down? Are you wondering if you are good enough? Are you finding difficulty navigating the complexities of racial identity and the acculturation process? As a bilingual therapist (Tagalog/Filipino), I strive to create a safe and culturally responsive space where clients feel seen and understood. Through a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship with me, you will gain tools to care for your emotions and empower yourself.
Do you feel overwhelmed with intense emotions? Does the heaviness from your trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief weighing you down? Are you wondering if you are good enough? Are you finding difficulty navigating the complexities of racial identity and the acculturation process? As a bilingual therapist (Tagalog/Filipino), I strive to create a safe and culturally responsive space where clients feel seen and understood. Through a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship with me, you will gain tools to care for your emotions and empower yourself.
The longest journey that a man must take in his lifetime is the 18 inches from his head to his heart." This is the essence of Head/Heart Therapy. Utilizing various therapeutic methods, each client is treated as a unique individual to facilitate healing. Head/Heart Therapy is a private therapy practice where clients can experience non-judgmental, open, and authentic therapy. We value working with unique people from diverse backgrounds, life styles, and points of view.
The longest journey that a man must take in his lifetime is the 18 inches from his head to his heart." This is the essence of Head/Heart Therapy. Utilizing various therapeutic methods, each client is treated as a unique individual to facilitate healing. Head/Heart Therapy is a private therapy practice where clients can experience non-judgmental, open, and authentic therapy. We value working with unique people from diverse backgrounds, life styles, and points of view.
Do you have a space where you can show up exactly as you are? A space where all parts of your identity are seen, heard, and honored? If not, you're not alone—and you deserve one.
I’m a dance/movement therapist, an immigrant, a survivor, and a mother—among many other identities. I bring my full self into the therapeutic space and welcome all of who you are. I believe resilience lives within you—rooted in your body and shaped by your experiences, identities, and stories. My role here is to support you in reconnecting with your inner strength through compassion, safety, and empowerment.
Do you have a space where you can show up exactly as you are? A space where all parts of your identity are seen, heard, and honored? If not, you're not alone—and you deserve one.
I’m a dance/movement therapist, an immigrant, a survivor, and a mother—among many other identities. I bring my full self into the therapeutic space and welcome all of who you are. I believe resilience lives within you—rooted in your body and shaped by your experiences, identities, and stories. My role here is to support you in reconnecting with your inner strength through compassion, safety, and empowerment.
Therapy is a space where sharing emotions is both powerful and deeply human. When life is unpredictable or overwhelming, feeling seen and supported during these moments can be healing. It is a privilege to be invited into your inner world, sit with you in vulnerability, and honor the courage it takes to show up. In therapy, I use an approach that is grounded in warmth, presence, and a respect for your identities. As we make sense of things together, I aim to create a space where the unspoken is said and emotions are honored. I lead with compassion so you can feel safe being your authentic self.
Therapy is a space where sharing emotions is both powerful and deeply human. When life is unpredictable or overwhelming, feeling seen and supported during these moments can be healing. It is a privilege to be invited into your inner world, sit with you in vulnerability, and honor the courage it takes to show up. In therapy, I use an approach that is grounded in warmth, presence, and a respect for your identities. As we make sense of things together, I aim to create a space where the unspoken is said and emotions are honored. I lead with compassion so you can feel safe being your authentic self.
If you identify as LGBTQIA+, femme, and/ or a person of color you may be facing obstacles or concerns in your life that are heavy on your mind. The weight of your worries may be leaving you feeling sad, frustrated, afraid or even angry. It may feel bigger than what you have time for right now, causing you to hold back when you want to say something. It may be more and more difficult to disclose any of these feelings to anyone without falling apart. It’s okay to feel sadness, frustration or anger and it is okay to take time to talk about it. You can learn to allow room for all of your feelings.
If you identify as LGBTQIA+, femme, and/ or a person of color you may be facing obstacles or concerns in your life that are heavy on your mind. The weight of your worries may be leaving you feeling sad, frustrated, afraid or even angry. It may feel bigger than what you have time for right now, causing you to hold back when you want to say something. It may be more and more difficult to disclose any of these feelings to anyone without falling apart. It’s okay to feel sadness, frustration or anger and it is okay to take time to talk about it. You can learn to allow room for all of your feelings.
Hello! I’m Yi, a bilingual LPC therapist in Chicago. We all face challenges that can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck. During these times, it’s easy to feel like everything is slipping out of control. You don’t have to go through it alone—I’m here to help you navigate those feelings and find your way forward. Together, we’ll explore your strengths and uncover the resources within you to manage life’s ups and downs. My approach is warm, supportive, and down-to-earth. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, grow, and build the the confidence and resilience you need to thrive.
Hello! I’m Yi, a bilingual LPC therapist in Chicago. We all face challenges that can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck. During these times, it’s easy to feel like everything is slipping out of control. You don’t have to go through it alone—I’m here to help you navigate those feelings and find your way forward. Together, we’ll explore your strengths and uncover the resources within you to manage life’s ups and downs. My approach is warm, supportive, and down-to-earth. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, grow, and build the the confidence and resilience you need to thrive.
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What are the advantages of seeing a Pacific Islander therapist?
For many Pacific Islander individuals, working with a provider who shares or respects their cultural background can foster a deeper sense of trust and connection in the therapeutic process—an essential foundation for effective care. A significant barrier to mental health treatment for many Pacific Islander individuals is the stigma that may be associated with seeking therapy. A culturally aligned therapist can help reduce this stigma and normalize the therapeutic process.
Pacific Islander therapists may also be especially well-equipped to address issues that affect Pacific Islander communities, such as historical trauma, intergenerational grief, and cultural identity—factors that deeply influence mental health experiences. Providers who personally identify as Pacific Islander may incorporate traditional healing practices, spiritual beliefs, and community-based approaches that align with Pacific Islander values.
Additionally, Pacific Islander therapists can serve as important sources of representation within the mental health field and may be familiar with culturally relevant resources, support networks, or other trusted providers who understand the unique experiences of Pacific Islander populations. As a result, they are often well positioned to offer referrals and collaborate with other professionals, helping to ensure care that honors both clinical best practices and cultural traditions.
Pacific Islander therapists may also be especially well-equipped to address issues that affect Pacific Islander communities, such as historical trauma, intergenerational grief, and cultural identity—factors that deeply influence mental health experiences. Providers who personally identify as Pacific Islander may incorporate traditional healing practices, spiritual beliefs, and community-based approaches that align with Pacific Islander values.
Additionally, Pacific Islander therapists can serve as important sources of representation within the mental health field and may be familiar with culturally relevant resources, support networks, or other trusted providers who understand the unique experiences of Pacific Islander populations. As a result, they are often well positioned to offer referrals and collaborate with other professionals, helping to ensure care that honors both clinical best practices and cultural traditions.
How to find a Pacific Islander therapist?
Psychology Today’s online directory is a useful tool for finding a Pacific Islander therapist. You can filter for providers who identify as Pacific Islander or who mention working with Pacific Islander populations and highlight cultural competence in their profiles. Look for signs such as experience with Pacific Islander communities, familiarity with cultural and spiritual practices, or a focus on trauma-informed and community-centered care. Depending on your preferences and needs, it may also be important to ask whether a provider offers telehealth, which therapeutic approaches they use, and whether they accept your insurance.
If you're unable to find a therapist who personally identifies as Pacific Islander, you may also consider providers who have experience working with Pacific Islander clients or who demonstrate a clear commitment to cultural knowledge and respect for Pacific Islander values and traditions. You might also consider a blended approach—for example, seeing a therapist for talk therapy while also working with a member of the Pacific Islander community for more culturally-specific support.
If you're unable to find a therapist who personally identifies as Pacific Islander, you may also consider providers who have experience working with Pacific Islander clients or who demonstrate a clear commitment to cultural knowledge and respect for Pacific Islander values and traditions. You might also consider a blended approach—for example, seeing a therapist for talk therapy while also working with a member of the Pacific Islander community for more culturally-specific support.