Psychoanalytic Therapists in Chicago, IL
I use a variety of approaches, including but not limited to, CBT, DBT, psychoanalytic psychotherapy, among others.
Dr. James Geidner has over 25 years of clinical experience working in a wide variety of settings, including psychiatric rehabilitation, child treatment centers and universities. He is currently a Professor of Health and Counseling and also works in private practice. With vast experience as a Clinical Supervisor at a wide variety of institutions, including Rush Memorial Hospital, University of Chicago, University of Wisconsin, among others, Dr. Geidner is well versed in numerous modes of therapy. His approach to therapy emphasizes finding the right treatment modality to meet each client's unique needs. Lic. in MI, WI, IL, NH, VT, FL
I use a variety of approaches, including but not limited to, CBT, DBT, psychoanalytic psychotherapy, among others.
Dr. James Geidner has over 25 years of clinical experience working in a wide variety of settings, including psychiatric rehabilitation, child treatment centers and universities. He is currently a Professor of Health and Counseling and also works in private practice. With vast experience as a Clinical Supervisor at a wide variety of institutions, including Rush Memorial Hospital, University of Chicago, University of Wisconsin, among others, Dr. Geidner is well versed in numerous modes of therapy. His approach to therapy emphasizes finding the right treatment modality to meet each client's unique needs. Lic. in MI, WI, IL, NH, VT, FL
I utilize a relational, insight- and depth-oriented psychoanalytic approach while also emphasizing warmth, genuineness, and spontaneity.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Do you find it difficult to identify, understand, or manage your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors? In my work, I strive to create an accepting, non-judgmental environment where you can feel safe exploring the difficult, and sometimes painful, parts of yourself. I view therapy as a deeply meaningful and collaborative process that can identify the roots of your struggles and serve as a catalyst to shifting the way you relate to yourself and others. This allows for more fulfilling and meaningful relationships, and the subsequent easing of pain and suffering over time.
I utilize a relational, insight- and depth-oriented psychoanalytic approach while also emphasizing warmth, genuineness, and spontaneity.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Do you find it difficult to identify, understand, or manage your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors? In my work, I strive to create an accepting, non-judgmental environment where you can feel safe exploring the difficult, and sometimes painful, parts of yourself. I view therapy as a deeply meaningful and collaborative process that can identify the roots of your struggles and serve as a catalyst to shifting the way you relate to yourself and others. This allows for more fulfilling and meaningful relationships, and the subsequent easing of pain and suffering over time.
I am integrative in technique using a holistic psychoanalytic lens.
I do my best to focus on each patient's needs no matter how profound. We all deal with life difficulties, but it's how we strive and learn to approach them that helps us achieve positive growth. Whether you are coming from a tough childhood that has caused pain or things are now starting to become too hard to overcome alone...I am here to accompany you on the journey of healing. If you've made it to this page that is a huge step already...I hope you can continue to solidify what exactly you need to overcome what you're dealing with.
I am integrative in technique using a holistic psychoanalytic lens.
I do my best to focus on each patient's needs no matter how profound. We all deal with life difficulties, but it's how we strive and learn to approach them that helps us achieve positive growth. Whether you are coming from a tough childhood that has caused pain or things are now starting to become too hard to overcome alone...I am here to accompany you on the journey of healing. If you've made it to this page that is a huge step already...I hope you can continue to solidify what exactly you need to overcome what you're dealing with.
I offer psychoanalytic psychotherapy—a space for sustained emotional reflection.
Some patterns run deeper than they seem—and therapy offers a space to explore what lies beneath. Many clients come to therapy navigating persistent anxiety, low mood, or difficulties in relationships. Others feel stuck in painful but familiar patterns, struggle with perfectionism, or carry a sense of self-doubt that’s hard to shake.
I offer psychoanalytic psychotherapy—a space for sustained emotional reflection.
Some patterns run deeper than they seem—and therapy offers a space to explore what lies beneath. Many clients come to therapy navigating persistent anxiety, low mood, or difficulties in relationships. Others feel stuck in painful but familiar patterns, struggle with perfectionism, or carry a sense of self-doubt that’s hard to shake.
Life Impact Circles of Wellness ~ Dr. Lisa Cook
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, DrPH, LCPC, LPCC, CPC
Online Only
My approach is inclusive of cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, psychoanalytic, biblical and strengths-based counseling - specializing in trauma and wellness as a whole.
Life is unpredictable and may leave you with unresolved experiences that you carry each day impacting how you show up with yourself and in your relationships. If you are navigating the residual effects of trauma or struggling with life adjustments, we are here to partner with you to cultivate whole person recovery, so you build the skills needed to Live W.E.L.L!
My approach is inclusive of cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, psychoanalytic, biblical and strengths-based counseling - specializing in trauma and wellness as a whole.
Life is unpredictable and may leave you with unresolved experiences that you carry each day impacting how you show up with yourself and in your relationships. If you are navigating the residual effects of trauma or struggling with life adjustments, we are here to partner with you to cultivate whole person recovery, so you build the skills needed to Live W.E.L.L!
I have also received training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and worked for two years as a psychedelic integration therapist a ketamine clinic.
In my practice, I often work with people who feel very stuck. Sometimes this is because they feel stuck in a certain thought patterns or behaviors. Other times, they feel stuck in their relationships or their place in life. And other times, they feel stuck in emotions such as depression, numbness, and panic. I take a collaborative approach as a therapist and try to work with each person to understand what is causing difficulties and what might help. Sometimes this involves focusing on immediate concerns or goals, and other times involves exploring emotions or how the past has shaped the present.
I have also received training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and worked for two years as a psychedelic integration therapist a ketamine clinic.
In my practice, I often work with people who feel very stuck. Sometimes this is because they feel stuck in a certain thought patterns or behaviors. Other times, they feel stuck in their relationships or their place in life. And other times, they feel stuck in emotions such as depression, numbness, and panic. I take a collaborative approach as a therapist and try to work with each person to understand what is causing difficulties and what might help. Sometimes this involves focusing on immediate concerns or goals, and other times involves exploring emotions or how the past has shaped the present.
My approach to therapy combines humor and warmth with Humanistic, Psychoanalytic, Behavioral, and Cognitive theories to address each challenge holistically.
“Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know.” Everyone struggles. Clinical support can help us regulate our emotions and manage our harder moments. I strive to bring empathy to each session with couples, adults, and young adults. Utilizing evidence-based therapeutic models and interventions, I work with clients to offer insight and build the relational intelligence each of us needs to improve our day to day experiences.
My approach to therapy combines humor and warmth with Humanistic, Psychoanalytic, Behavioral, and Cognitive theories to address each challenge holistically.
“Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know.” Everyone struggles. Clinical support can help us regulate our emotions and manage our harder moments. I strive to bring empathy to each session with couples, adults, and young adults. Utilizing evidence-based therapeutic models and interventions, I work with clients to offer insight and build the relational intelligence each of us needs to improve our day to day experiences.
I work with individuals who may be struggling with a variety of issues such as self-esteem and identity, relationship/relational issues and attachment, life transitions, and anxiety. With couples, I help to identify needs and desires, grow communication and understanding, and strengthen and align values.
I work with individuals who may be struggling with a variety of issues such as self-esteem and identity, relationship/relational issues and attachment, life transitions, and anxiety. With couples, I help to identify needs and desires, grow communication and understanding, and strengthen and align values.
As a trauma specialist, I provide a psychodynamic therapeutic approach. I think our early childhood experiences are often the root causes for the way that we engage with the world around us today and how we confront the challenges that we face as adults. Having a safe space to discuss our early childhood years can provide insight on patterns in our behaviors, attachment styles within our interpersonal relationships, and trauma history.
As a trauma specialist, I provide a psychodynamic therapeutic approach. I think our early childhood experiences are often the root causes for the way that we engage with the world around us today and how we confront the challenges that we face as adults. Having a safe space to discuss our early childhood years can provide insight on patterns in our behaviors, attachment styles within our interpersonal relationships, and trauma history.
Keith Varnel Wallace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MDiv, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have a passion for holistic wellness of mind, body and Spirit in the lives of others. My therapeutic endeavors are focused on individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families who are presently suffering from substance abuse, depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, grief, self esteem, sexual orientation issues and a wide array of life circumstances. As a seasoned psychotherapist, I blend compassion, intellectual insights, current research, and psychological awareness to create sacred spaces in which empowerment and hope may flourish. I welcome working with diverse clients in a colloaborative relationship in achieving ones goals.
I have a passion for holistic wellness of mind, body and Spirit in the lives of others. My therapeutic endeavors are focused on individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families who are presently suffering from substance abuse, depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, grief, self esteem, sexual orientation issues and a wide array of life circumstances. As a seasoned psychotherapist, I blend compassion, intellectual insights, current research, and psychological awareness to create sacred spaces in which empowerment and hope may flourish. I welcome working with diverse clients in a colloaborative relationship in achieving ones goals.
Hi, I am Ashley!
I am a post graduate student at Erikson Institution and earned my Master's in Social Work with an emphasis on Childhood Development and Relationships. I have extensive experience working with
As your therapist, it is my goal to see you become a better version of yourself. It is my belief that we are not always in control of the issues that impact our lives, whether it be the world, how we look, or what our brains and body's function. What we can control, is how we react and respond to these issues.
Hi, I am Ashley!
I am a post graduate student at Erikson Institution and earned my Master's in Social Work with an emphasis on Childhood Development and Relationships. I have extensive experience working with
As your therapist, it is my goal to see you become a better version of yourself. It is my belief that we are not always in control of the issues that impact our lives, whether it be the world, how we look, or what our brains and body's function. What we can control, is how we react and respond to these issues.
Grief, loss, and change challenge us to renegotiate – in our bodies, in our thoughts – earlier and similar transformations in our lives, stirring up difficult emotions, thoughts, images, and bodily experiences. In our work together, I will attend with integrity to whatever expressions of body, mind, and heart that arise. In this work that requires patience of us both, I will help you to discover and connect the elements of your own unconscious, history, desires, associations, leading to a genuine – even transformative – development of your own psychological, spiritual, and embodied personal narrative.
Grief, loss, and change challenge us to renegotiate – in our bodies, in our thoughts – earlier and similar transformations in our lives, stirring up difficult emotions, thoughts, images, and bodily experiences. In our work together, I will attend with integrity to whatever expressions of body, mind, and heart that arise. In this work that requires patience of us both, I will help you to discover and connect the elements of your own unconscious, history, desires, associations, leading to a genuine – even transformative – development of your own psychological, spiritual, and embodied personal narrative.
Psychotherapy is an effective way for individuals to make significant personal life changes. I partner with my clients to identify the concerns and experiences that have led them to seek psychotherapy. Together we create a treatment plan that identifies ideals and sets goals and realistic expectations for change. Fostering resilience in the face of adversity, through a confidential therapeutic relationship we collaborate to break unhealthy patterns and create newer, more adaptive coping skills. With mutual commitment, honesty, trust, and humor, psychological, emotional, and functional personal change is achievable and sustainable.
Psychotherapy is an effective way for individuals to make significant personal life changes. I partner with my clients to identify the concerns and experiences that have led them to seek psychotherapy. Together we create a treatment plan that identifies ideals and sets goals and realistic expectations for change. Fostering resilience in the face of adversity, through a confidential therapeutic relationship we collaborate to break unhealthy patterns and create newer, more adaptive coping skills. With mutual commitment, honesty, trust, and humor, psychological, emotional, and functional personal change is achievable and sustainable.
Over the past 20 years, I have practiced in a number of treatment settings as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, board certified in traditional clinical mental health and online telehealth counseling services, in Chicago and surrounding areas. I have a PhD in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Human Development Counseling. I trained at the University of Illinois Springfield and North Central University and recently published a book. I work with all types of clients, from those with minor concerns to major mental illness. Whatever your concerns are, let's establish a plan and work toward your goals!
Over the past 20 years, I have practiced in a number of treatment settings as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, board certified in traditional clinical mental health and online telehealth counseling services, in Chicago and surrounding areas. I have a PhD in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Human Development Counseling. I trained at the University of Illinois Springfield and North Central University and recently published a book. I work with all types of clients, from those with minor concerns to major mental illness. Whatever your concerns are, let's establish a plan and work toward your goals!
I provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care for children, adolescents, and adults, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity development within SWANA, Middle Eastern, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ communities. My approach is rooted in psychodynamic and attachment theories, with a focus on trauma-informed care. I also support neurodivergent individuals (Autism, ADHD) in understanding their stories and building resilience. Let's begin your path to healing.
I provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care for children, adolescents, and adults, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity development within SWANA, Middle Eastern, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ communities. My approach is rooted in psychodynamic and attachment theories, with a focus on trauma-informed care. I also support neurodivergent individuals (Autism, ADHD) in understanding their stories and building resilience. Let's begin your path to healing.
It is difficult for someone with narcissistic traits to seek help. The inner battle that is experienced is strong, causing conflict between their thoughts. One thought is an awareness that there is a problem and an opposing thought of denial or deflection. The internal conflict results in mental abuse towards those closest to the individual. It is important if you are experiencing narcissistic abuse to seek help. If you have been diagnosed or have been told that you have narcissism, it is important for you to seek help, for yourself, and those you love.
It is difficult for someone with narcissistic traits to seek help. The inner battle that is experienced is strong, causing conflict between their thoughts. One thought is an awareness that there is a problem and an opposing thought of denial or deflection. The internal conflict results in mental abuse towards those closest to the individual. It is important if you are experiencing narcissistic abuse to seek help. If you have been diagnosed or have been told that you have narcissism, it is important for you to seek help, for yourself, and those you love.
By picking up the phone and contacting a therapist, you've taken the hardest step: a coming to an awareness that you would like to affect change in your life. I believe in an interactive, dynamic approach where together we explore the history of an issue, it's effects and most importantly, institute a positive plan for change.
By picking up the phone and contacting a therapist, you've taken the hardest step: a coming to an awareness that you would like to affect change in your life. I believe in an interactive, dynamic approach where together we explore the history of an issue, it's effects and most importantly, institute a positive plan for change.
Having more than 25-years experience with issues most often brought to therapy, I see our work together as a healing process and sacred journey of the soul with my role being guide, witness and companion on the path towards wholeness, self-empowerment and self-realization. It's often a journey into the unconscious using dreams and one's creative process. This brings a deep commitment to my own growth as well. Beginning in the addictions field and continually striving to deepen my knowledge of the alchemy of healing I am also a Jungian analyst.
Having more than 25-years experience with issues most often brought to therapy, I see our work together as a healing process and sacred journey of the soul with my role being guide, witness and companion on the path towards wholeness, self-empowerment and self-realization. It's often a journey into the unconscious using dreams and one's creative process. This brings a deep commitment to my own growth as well. Beginning in the addictions field and continually striving to deepen my knowledge of the alchemy of healing I am also a Jungian analyst.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand yourself and your unique story. Without self-awareness, it's easy to get caught in the same unhelpful patterns that leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, and joyless. These patterns often go unnoticed, preventing you from fully engaging with your life and relationships. Sometimes, what we need most is a compassionate and accepting space to safely share the deepest parts of ourselves, allowing us to see these patterns for what they truly are. This can be a powerful catalyst for change, helping you gain insight into what no longer serves you.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand yourself and your unique story. Without self-awareness, it's easy to get caught in the same unhelpful patterns that leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, and joyless. These patterns often go unnoticed, preventing you from fully engaging with your life and relationships. Sometimes, what we need most is a compassionate and accepting space to safely share the deepest parts of ourselves, allowing us to see these patterns for what they truly are. This can be a powerful catalyst for change, helping you gain insight into what no longer serves you.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counsellor (LCPC) based in Illinois.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counsellor (LCPC) based in Illinois.
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