MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS) Therapists in Chicago, IL
With over twenty-five years of experience, I have a long history of providing successful therapy to clients suffering from mental health challenges - often driven by events in their past, such as childhood trauma, sexual abuse and domestic violence. As a licensed clinical social worker, I also specialize in connecting clients with additional outside resources to help achieve their goals. Each of my clients are deeply respected and loved, with an ultimate end to one day be free from the need for therapy. I also have expertise in providing therapy to someone who is experiencing complex grief.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I have a long history of providing successful therapy to clients suffering from mental health challenges - often driven by events in their past, such as childhood trauma, sexual abuse and domestic violence. As a licensed clinical social worker, I also specialize in connecting clients with additional outside resources to help achieve their goals. Each of my clients are deeply respected and loved, with an ultimate end to one day be free from the need for therapy. I also have expertise in providing therapy to someone who is experiencing complex grief.
I support individuals starting at age 5 in navigating relationships, identity, family dynamics, emotional challenges, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing. I draw on a trauma-informed, harm reduction lens that prioritizes autonomy, reduces shame, and encourages self-reflection.
I support individuals starting at age 5 in navigating relationships, identity, family dynamics, emotional challenges, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing. I draw on a trauma-informed, harm reduction lens that prioritizes autonomy, reduces shame, and encourages self-reflection.
Are you struggling to stay grounded in the present? It can be easy to catch ourselves overwhelmed with moments of discomfort from the past or find ourselves worried about what the future may bring. Sometimes it can feel impossible to take notice of the world around us when we are so consumed by emotions, memories, or distractions that take us away from the “here and now”. While the though of change may bring up worries of added work or pressure, learning how to identify when we are inundated with “there-and-then” thoughts can help bring us back to our present self.
Are you struggling to stay grounded in the present? It can be easy to catch ourselves overwhelmed with moments of discomfort from the past or find ourselves worried about what the future may bring. Sometimes it can feel impossible to take notice of the world around us when we are so consumed by emotions, memories, or distractions that take us away from the “here and now”. While the though of change may bring up worries of added work or pressure, learning how to identify when we are inundated with “there-and-then” thoughts can help bring us back to our present self.
Jada is a licensed social worker who earned her bachelor of arts and science in psychology with a minor in sociology from Quinnipiac University. Jada also holds a master’s of arts in social work from the University of Chicago. Prior to joining Willis Counseling and Consulting, Jada worked supervising a mental health support and suicide prevention text line for teens. At WCC, Jada hopes to work with those age seven and older who struggle with addiction, anger, anxiety, body dysmorphia (BDD), boundaries, dating and relationships, decision making, depression and domestic violence.
Jada is a licensed social worker who earned her bachelor of arts and science in psychology with a minor in sociology from Quinnipiac University. Jada also holds a master’s of arts in social work from the University of Chicago. Prior to joining Willis Counseling and Consulting, Jada worked supervising a mental health support and suicide prevention text line for teens. At WCC, Jada hopes to work with those age seven and older who struggle with addiction, anger, anxiety, body dysmorphia (BDD), boundaries, dating and relationships, decision making, depression and domestic violence.
Hey there. If you’ve landed on this corner of the internet, you might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or confused. Perhaps you’ve just noticed your symptoms; perhaps you’ve been suffering for quite some time. Welcome. In the words of the revolutionary activist and author bell hooks, “rarely, if ever, have any of us healed in isolation.” You are not alone. Be it through group or individual therapy – I’m here to hold space for you with empathy and non-judgement. As a clinician in training and former crisis counselor, I have experience working with a diverse set of clients navigating anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts,
Hey there. If you’ve landed on this corner of the internet, you might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or confused. Perhaps you’ve just noticed your symptoms; perhaps you’ve been suffering for quite some time. Welcome. In the words of the revolutionary activist and author bell hooks, “rarely, if ever, have any of us healed in isolation.” You are not alone. Be it through group or individual therapy – I’m here to hold space for you with empathy and non-judgement. As a clinician in training and former crisis counselor, I have experience working with a diverse set of clients navigating anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts,
Welcome! I hope you can take a moment to thank yourself for being here - seeking support is such a wonderful form of self-compassion.
Welcome! I hope you can take a moment to thank yourself for being here - seeking support is such a wonderful form of self-compassion.
At some point in our lives, we all go through challenging experiences that seem beyond our ability to manage on our own. Whether it's a life transition, something from our past, or a relationship struggle, these experiences can be overwhelming and may affect our sense of well-being.
At some point in our lives, we all go through challenging experiences that seem beyond our ability to manage on our own. Whether it's a life transition, something from our past, or a relationship struggle, these experiences can be overwhelming and may affect our sense of well-being.
Each of us has a unique combination of innate strengths and, yes, weaknesses. Psychotherapy - or counseling -- is a process of regaining and leveraging our strengths, shoring up deficiencies and effectively managing the challenges in our lives. Our ability to learn is another important gift we all possess. Psychotherapy allows the client to either learn, re-learn or even unlearn thoughts and behaviors which, in turn, leads to emotional well-being. Our emotions are important signals, but they need not become emergencies themselves.
Each of us has a unique combination of innate strengths and, yes, weaknesses. Psychotherapy - or counseling -- is a process of regaining and leveraging our strengths, shoring up deficiencies and effectively managing the challenges in our lives. Our ability to learn is another important gift we all possess. Psychotherapy allows the client to either learn, re-learn or even unlearn thoughts and behaviors which, in turn, leads to emotional well-being. Our emotions are important signals, but they need not become emergencies themselves.
I have a deep gratitude for all the patients I've known whose lives have been transformed. That's what makes it all worthwhile. My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative. We work together and as soon as I have a realization that I think can help you I will share it with you so we can use it to move forward. We draw from creativity, science, spirit and all of our mutual resources to succeed. Speaking about yourself opens up new pathways in your mind. Progress and change can then happen at any age and I'm there to see that it does.
I have a deep gratitude for all the patients I've known whose lives have been transformed. That's what makes it all worthwhile. My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative. We work together and as soon as I have a realization that I think can help you I will share it with you so we can use it to move forward. We draw from creativity, science, spirit and all of our mutual resources to succeed. Speaking about yourself opens up new pathways in your mind. Progress and change can then happen at any age and I'm there to see that it does.
I am Dr. Nicola Roache Ashley, a licensed clinical psychologist. I provide psychological testing, individual, group, couples, and family therapy. I have specialty training in dialectical behavior therapy to teach patient skills to cope with stress, regulate emotions, and improve relationships with others. I also have specialty training in cognitive-behavioral treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, including post traumatic stress disorders and treats patients from ages 4 to 80 with a myriad of psychological needs.
I am Dr. Nicola Roache Ashley, a licensed clinical psychologist. I provide psychological testing, individual, group, couples, and family therapy. I have specialty training in dialectical behavior therapy to teach patient skills to cope with stress, regulate emotions, and improve relationships with others. I also have specialty training in cognitive-behavioral treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, including post traumatic stress disorders and treats patients from ages 4 to 80 with a myriad of psychological needs.
My ideal client may feel weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or overwhelming life changes and is ready to seek support in building resilience. They want to feel understood, gain effective tools, and find balance in their personal or professional life. They’re motivated to break free from cycles of stress, learn healthier ways to cope, and move forward with confidence and clarity. They are also ready to be challenged and are willing to be uncomfortable while they grow.
My ideal client may feel weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or overwhelming life changes and is ready to seek support in building resilience. They want to feel understood, gain effective tools, and find balance in their personal or professional life. They’re motivated to break free from cycles of stress, learn healthier ways to cope, and move forward with confidence and clarity. They are also ready to be challenged and are willing to be uncomfortable while they grow.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, with 40 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families, and groups work through life’s challenges. Over the course of my career, I have supported clients facing depression, grief and loss, anxiety, trauma, addiction, codependency, relationship concerns, identity exploration, and life transitions. My extensive background also includes career development, employee assistance program services, crisis intervention, and critical incident debriefing.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, with 40 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families, and groups work through life’s challenges. Over the course of my career, I have supported clients facing depression, grief and loss, anxiety, trauma, addiction, codependency, relationship concerns, identity exploration, and life transitions. My extensive background also includes career development, employee assistance program services, crisis intervention, and critical incident debriefing.
Do you love your partner but feel like you struggle to communicate with them? Like you are always doing something wrong and just can’t seem to get on the same page? Do you want desperately to get that connection back that you had at the beginning of your relationship, but instead you find yourself slogging your way through constant conflict or walking on eggshells to avoid another argument? Do you feel insecure in your relationships or wonder if you could be responding to challenges in a better way?
Do you love your partner but feel like you struggle to communicate with them? Like you are always doing something wrong and just can’t seem to get on the same page? Do you want desperately to get that connection back that you had at the beginning of your relationship, but instead you find yourself slogging your way through constant conflict or walking on eggshells to avoid another argument? Do you feel insecure in your relationships or wonder if you could be responding to challenges in a better way?
I offer a space where your full, complicated self is welcomed—not judged. I know how hard it can be to ask for help, especially when you’ve spent your life navigating systems that weren’t built with you in mind. As a queer, Black, kink-aware, neurodivergent therapist, I offer a space where your complexity is seen—not pathologized. Whether you're dealing with substance use, mental health challenges, trauma, or identity questions, I’m here to help you make sense of a senseless world and meet the version of yourself you're ready to become.
I offer a space where your full, complicated self is welcomed—not judged. I know how hard it can be to ask for help, especially when you’ve spent your life navigating systems that weren’t built with you in mind. As a queer, Black, kink-aware, neurodivergent therapist, I offer a space where your complexity is seen—not pathologized. Whether you're dealing with substance use, mental health challenges, trauma, or identity questions, I’m here to help you make sense of a senseless world and meet the version of yourself you're ready to become.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating trauma, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addiction, grief, and life transitions. Many of my clients seek support in managing overwhelming emotions, building healthier coping skills, and finding balance in their daily lives. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can work toward resilience, healing, and lasting change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating trauma, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addiction, grief, and life transitions. Many of my clients seek support in managing overwhelming emotions, building healthier coping skills, and finding balance in their daily lives. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can work toward resilience, healing, and lasting change.
Challenges are an undeniable aspect of life's journey. I am confident that you have already discovered ways to make your challenges easier to deal with, and I am here to provide a harm-reductive approach to refine these solutions to your benefit. I firmly believe that, regardless of the time we spend together, you will always be the foremost expert on yourself. Our work will rely on this expertise, serving as a guiding tool to carve your path toward living a more empowered and meaningful life—whatever that may mean to you.
Challenges are an undeniable aspect of life's journey. I am confident that you have already discovered ways to make your challenges easier to deal with, and I am here to provide a harm-reductive approach to refine these solutions to your benefit. I firmly believe that, regardless of the time we spend together, you will always be the foremost expert on yourself. Our work will rely on this expertise, serving as a guiding tool to carve your path toward living a more empowered and meaningful life—whatever that may mean to you.
Victory Health Solution, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LAADC, CAADC, MAC
Chicago, IL 60602
Hi there, Welcome to therapy! I'm Dr. Akamin Nkengaka, a Licensed Psychotherapist. I work with clients both in person and through teletherapy platforms. I’m happy that you have taken the first step towards healing. First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude for choosing therapy and allowing me to be part of your healing process. Taking this step requires courage, and I commend you for it. I have had the privilege of assisting individuals like yourself in their healing journey. My therapeutic approach is client-centered model and solution focus which means that I tailored sessions to meet your unique need.
Hi there, Welcome to therapy! I'm Dr. Akamin Nkengaka, a Licensed Psychotherapist. I work with clients both in person and through teletherapy platforms. I’m happy that you have taken the first step towards healing. First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude for choosing therapy and allowing me to be part of your healing process. Taking this step requires courage, and I commend you for it. I have had the privilege of assisting individuals like yourself in their healing journey. My therapeutic approach is client-centered model and solution focus which means that I tailored sessions to meet your unique need.
I’m a queer and neurodivergent therapist who supports teens, adults and LGBTQIA+ clients seeking to feel more grounded, confident and connected. My approach is warm, affirming and sex positive, with experience in anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, identity exploration, relationship concerns, neurodivergence and autism spectrum support. I offer a nonjudgmental space to understand your emotions, navigate stress, build skills and create meaningful change at a pace that feels right. I believe therapy should feel supportive rather than overwhelming, and I help you tune into your strengths as you face challenges.
I’m a queer and neurodivergent therapist who supports teens, adults and LGBTQIA+ clients seeking to feel more grounded, confident and connected. My approach is warm, affirming and sex positive, with experience in anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, identity exploration, relationship concerns, neurodivergence and autism spectrum support. I offer a nonjudgmental space to understand your emotions, navigate stress, build skills and create meaningful change at a pace that feels right. I believe therapy should feel supportive rather than overwhelming, and I help you tune into your strengths as you face challenges.
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