Racial Identity Therapists in Chicago, IL
For as long as you can remember, you’ve been the one holding it all together: the responsible one, the one who doesn’t ask for help, the bridge between worlds. You’ve learned to navigate spaces that weren’t built with you in mind, while quietly wondering what it’s costing you. I know that feeling well. I spent years navigating high-intensity academic and corporate environments before becoming a therapist myself, staying the course while being pulled elsewhere. Therapy with me offers a chance to step back from the noise and listen to the voice underneath. Together, we’ll make room for a version of yourself that feels more whole.
For as long as you can remember, you’ve been the one holding it all together: the responsible one, the one who doesn’t ask for help, the bridge between worlds. You’ve learned to navigate spaces that weren’t built with you in mind, while quietly wondering what it’s costing you. I know that feeling well. I spent years navigating high-intensity academic and corporate environments before becoming a therapist myself, staying the course while being pulled elsewhere. Therapy with me offers a chance to step back from the noise and listen to the voice underneath. Together, we’ll make room for a version of yourself that feels more whole.
I am a Black queer woman therapist who believe safety, choice, empowerment, and collaboration are the foundation for an enriching therapeutic experience. I am passionate about working with people from diverse cultures, ethnicities, and sexual orientations navigate relationships and challenges related to trauma, racial and gender identity, self-esteem, social and cultural stress, family of origin, depression, anxiety, family dynamics, and life transitions.
I am a Black queer woman therapist who believe safety, choice, empowerment, and collaboration are the foundation for an enriching therapeutic experience. I am passionate about working with people from diverse cultures, ethnicities, and sexual orientations navigate relationships and challenges related to trauma, racial and gender identity, self-esteem, social and cultural stress, family of origin, depression, anxiety, family dynamics, and life transitions.
My role as a co-navigator on your healing journey is rooted in observation, reflection and accountability. I believe in everyone's transformative capacity to learn, change and grow. As a transracial adoptee with a queer identity, I seek to provide the non-judgmental space to explore wherever that road leads.
My role as a co-navigator on your healing journey is rooted in observation, reflection and accountability. I believe in everyone's transformative capacity to learn, change and grow. As a transracial adoptee with a queer identity, I seek to provide the non-judgmental space to explore wherever that road leads.
Mya Barth: Teens, Families, Adults, Couples
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCP
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60601
I help clients cope with racial identity, trauma, depression, stress and anger management.
My training allows me to see the powerful connection between the mind, body, trauma, and development. I bring this perspective into therapy to make it informative, engaging, and dynamic. Therapy with me isn’t meant to be boring—it’s a working relationship that can be both supportive and challenging. I often describe it as being one puzzle piece in your journey: together, we break things down and rebuild them into a clearer, stronger version of you.
I help clients cope with racial identity, trauma, depression, stress and anger management.
My training allows me to see the powerful connection between the mind, body, trauma, and development. I bring this perspective into therapy to make it informative, engaging, and dynamic. Therapy with me isn’t meant to be boring—it’s a working relationship that can be both supportive and challenging. I often describe it as being one puzzle piece in your journey: together, we break things down and rebuild them into a clearer, stronger version of you.
For anyone seeking to navigate the stressors of their life, you have come to the right place (I hope). As a person who is committed to creating the safety necessary to strengthen the therapeutic relationship in session, I want to help those who want more for themselves, their families, and the world around them. Whether it's seeking care for personal, professional, and/or the state of the world today - I believe in healing for everyone.
I understand that everyone needs a space to share their deepest thoughts, fears, and concerns. It is my hope that I can hold space for folks who feel like therapy can help.
For anyone seeking to navigate the stressors of their life, you have come to the right place (I hope). As a person who is committed to creating the safety necessary to strengthen the therapeutic relationship in session, I want to help those who want more for themselves, their families, and the world around them. Whether it's seeking care for personal, professional, and/or the state of the world today - I believe in healing for everyone.
I understand that everyone needs a space to share their deepest thoughts, fears, and concerns. It is my hope that I can hold space for folks who feel like therapy can help.
I work with college students, emerging adults, and professionals navigating anxiety, identity concerns, workplace stress, career exploration, and life transitions. I see therapy as an opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself during moments of uncertainty or change. My approach is grounded in authenticity, curiosity, and presence, and I value being sincere and direct while maintaining warmth and thoughtful reflection. I aim to create a supportive, respectful therapeutic space where clients feel understood and empowered.
I work with college students, emerging adults, and professionals navigating anxiety, identity concerns, workplace stress, career exploration, and life transitions. I see therapy as an opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself during moments of uncertainty or change. My approach is grounded in authenticity, curiosity, and presence, and I value being sincere and direct while maintaining warmth and thoughtful reflection. I aim to create a supportive, respectful therapeutic space where clients feel understood and empowered.
I work with people who live at the intersections of multiple marginalized identities and experiences. For example, I have experience and expertise in working with those who identify as QTBIPOC, Queer Muslims, and Queer Immigrants. I am also finding that I enjoy working with people on processing our more privileged identities and how they can harm ourselves and others. In these situations, I explore how to divest from our privilege and invest into more alignment with our values. I use both compassion and loving accountability to work through this in a therapeutic context.
I work with people who live at the intersections of multiple marginalized identities and experiences. For example, I have experience and expertise in working with those who identify as QTBIPOC, Queer Muslims, and Queer Immigrants. I am also finding that I enjoy working with people on processing our more privileged identities and how they can harm ourselves and others. In these situations, I explore how to divest from our privilege and invest into more alignment with our values. I use both compassion and loving accountability to work through this in a therapeutic context.
My doctoral research explored how contemporary rap music influences Black college students’ racial identity, self-esteem, and implicit bias.
My therapeutic work is centered on fostering self-awareness, accountability, and acceptance within a supportive and sacred environment. Together, we’ll work toward strengthening your inner resilience, expanding self-compassion, and cultivating tools to navigate life’s challenges.
My doctoral research explored how contemporary rap music influences Black college students’ racial identity, self-esteem, and implicit bias.
My therapeutic work is centered on fostering self-awareness, accountability, and acceptance within a supportive and sacred environment. Together, we’ll work toward strengthening your inner resilience, expanding self-compassion, and cultivating tools to navigate life’s challenges.
Whether this is your first time considering therapy, or you've been here before, I invite you to take a chance and make a positive change in your life. All deserve to be treated with dignity and respect while opening up to someone new. My practice approach is centered on creating a space where you can be vulnerable without judgment, unsure while being supported, and develop skills to make life more vibrant. Central to my work is a passion for working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and lived experiences.
Whether this is your first time considering therapy, or you've been here before, I invite you to take a chance and make a positive change in your life. All deserve to be treated with dignity and respect while opening up to someone new. My practice approach is centered on creating a space where you can be vulnerable without judgment, unsure while being supported, and develop skills to make life more vibrant. Central to my work is a passion for working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and lived experiences.
I am passionate about supporting individuals from immigrant and multicultural backgrounds as they navigate anxiety, stress, work life balance, racial identity, belonging, relationships, and intergenerational experiences.
You’re the one others rely on—the strong one, the understanding one, the one who keeps it together. But internally, you may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or alone in ways that are hard to explain.
You might be navigating anxiety, depression, or the weight of generational and cultural expectations while trying to stay grounded in who you are. Even when you’re high-functioning on the outside, something inside may feel heavy, unseen, or misunderstood.
I’m a second-generation Filipino American and bilingual (Tagalog/Filipino) Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
I am passionate about supporting individuals from immigrant and multicultural backgrounds as they navigate anxiety, stress, work life balance, racial identity, belonging, relationships, and intergenerational experiences.
You’re the one others rely on—the strong one, the understanding one, the one who keeps it together. But internally, you may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or alone in ways that are hard to explain.
You might be navigating anxiety, depression, or the weight of generational and cultural expectations while trying to stay grounded in who you are. Even when you’re high-functioning on the outside, something inside may feel heavy, unseen, or misunderstood.
I’m a second-generation Filipino American and bilingual (Tagalog/Filipino) Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Hello, and welcome.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, neurodivergence (ADHD or Autism), and major life transitions. I support those exploring identity, sexuality, and relationships within the LGBTQIA+ and queer community.
My goal is to provide a supportive, affirming space where clients can show up authentically without feeling the need to mask, overexplain, or minimize their experiences. Together, we work toward greater self-understanding, healing, and meaningful growth.
Hello, and welcome.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, neurodivergence (ADHD or Autism), and major life transitions. I support those exploring identity, sexuality, and relationships within the LGBTQIA+ and queer community.
My goal is to provide a supportive, affirming space where clients can show up authentically without feeling the need to mask, overexplain, or minimize their experiences. Together, we work toward greater self-understanding, healing, and meaningful growth.
Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for a deepened experience, where we can learn both about how you came to be who you are, and how you can grow towards something new. I recognize this process as inherently vulnerable, and as such I offer warm gentleness with honest words, to help you feel comfortable within the therapeutic process to explore yourself and engage the world and your relationships in novel ways.
Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for a deepened experience, where we can learn both about how you came to be who you are, and how you can grow towards something new. I recognize this process as inherently vulnerable, and as such I offer warm gentleness with honest words, to help you feel comfortable within the therapeutic process to explore yourself and engage the world and your relationships in novel ways.
Seeking support is not often easy, and in engaging with therapy you have taken a very important step. I believe that there is no single therapeutic method that works for all people, and I instead look forward to meeting you where you are, building a trusting relationship, and collaborating with you on your goals while we create a personalized path towards empowering you and reducing your suffering. In walking this path together, we can work towards a better understanding of your Self, including your joys, sorrows, challenges, and strengths, as well as how you navigate the world.
Seeking support is not often easy, and in engaging with therapy you have taken a very important step. I believe that there is no single therapeutic method that works for all people, and I instead look forward to meeting you where you are, building a trusting relationship, and collaborating with you on your goals while we create a personalized path towards empowering you and reducing your suffering. In walking this path together, we can work towards a better understanding of your Self, including your joys, sorrows, challenges, and strengths, as well as how you navigate the world.
As a descendant of Mexican immigrant parents and as a queer, first-generation, bilingual therapist, my approach to mental healthcare seeks to meet you where you are—tailoring therapeutic interventions to address the intersectional struggles of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ emerging adults navigating complex trauma, mood dysregulation and anxiety challenges, identity exploration, and the weight of life transitions, instability, and burnout. I believe therapy can be an expansive and fluid space: a place to pause, feel, and reconnect to your own wisdom and capacity for change, even in systems that too often demand we fragment or erase who we are.
As a descendant of Mexican immigrant parents and as a queer, first-generation, bilingual therapist, my approach to mental healthcare seeks to meet you where you are—tailoring therapeutic interventions to address the intersectional struggles of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ emerging adults navigating complex trauma, mood dysregulation and anxiety challenges, identity exploration, and the weight of life transitions, instability, and burnout. I believe therapy can be an expansive and fluid space: a place to pause, feel, and reconnect to your own wisdom and capacity for change, even in systems that too often demand we fragment or erase who we are.
I specialize in PTSD/Trauma, Racial Identity, Anxiety, family dynamics, spirituality, and grief.
I help clients identify barriers that keep them from living a meaningful life. As an EMDR-trained therapist, I journey with you to reprocess and release things that no longer serve you. I provide skills and connect themes to help you learn to regulate and gain better control of your thoughts emotionally.
I specialize in PTSD/Trauma, Racial Identity, Anxiety, family dynamics, spirituality, and grief.
I help clients identify barriers that keep them from living a meaningful life. As an EMDR-trained therapist, I journey with you to reprocess and release things that no longer serve you. I provide skills and connect themes to help you learn to regulate and gain better control of your thoughts emotionally.
I am a queer South Asian therapist who is focused on creating an authentic space for you to heal and grow. As a second-generation immigrant, I understand the stigma and trepidation that comes with getting mental healthcare. I strive to create a space where you can be seen and heard without judgment. Together, we will work to identify challenges related to trauma, cultural background, depression, anxiety, and lack of fulfillment in your life.
I am a queer South Asian therapist who is focused on creating an authentic space for you to heal and grow. As a second-generation immigrant, I understand the stigma and trepidation that comes with getting mental healthcare. I strive to create a space where you can be seen and heard without judgment. Together, we will work to identify challenges related to trauma, cultural background, depression, anxiety, and lack of fulfillment in your life.
Hola. As a bilingual relational therapist, my work revolves around supporting individuals in romantic relationships, diverse families, and people at all stages of life. The journey of managing, maintaining, and understanding our mental health in relation to others can indeed be challenging, overwhelming, and even daunting.
Hola. As a bilingual relational therapist, my work revolves around supporting individuals in romantic relationships, diverse families, and people at all stages of life. The journey of managing, maintaining, and understanding our mental health in relation to others can indeed be challenging, overwhelming, and even daunting.
We all deserve a space that is exclusively ours. A non-judgmental, accepting, and healing space where we can transform our minds, feelings, and experiences. A space to reflect and grow. I provide holistic therapy that is person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed. My approach to therapy is eclectic - I incorporate various treatment modalities and approaches into my work (mindfulness, CBT, DBT, etc.) and provide anti-oppressive, anti-racist and culturally responsive therapy. The identities you carry are seen, valued, and celebrated. I consider all aspects of your life, including the systems and environments that impact us.
We all deserve a space that is exclusively ours. A non-judgmental, accepting, and healing space where we can transform our minds, feelings, and experiences. A space to reflect and grow. I provide holistic therapy that is person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed. My approach to therapy is eclectic - I incorporate various treatment modalities and approaches into my work (mindfulness, CBT, DBT, etc.) and provide anti-oppressive, anti-racist and culturally responsive therapy. The identities you carry are seen, valued, and celebrated. I consider all aspects of your life, including the systems and environments that impact us.
I've seen, heard and personally experienced the difficulty of finding a therapist when you hold marginalized identities. It's an honor for me to be able to provide a unique space for folks like us! I believe that understanding how our culture, gender, society, family, etc. inform our identities allows people to ditch the concepts or social expectations that don’t fit and pursue the ones that feel truly authentic. Let's show up as we are and get some solid work done!
I've seen, heard and personally experienced the difficulty of finding a therapist when you hold marginalized identities. It's an honor for me to be able to provide a unique space for folks like us! I believe that understanding how our culture, gender, society, family, etc. inform our identities allows people to ditch the concepts or social expectations that don’t fit and pursue the ones that feel truly authentic. Let's show up as we are and get some solid work done!
I specialize in trauma, racial identity, and shame.
Maybe on the outside, you look like you have it all together—but inside, you’re tired. Tired of overthinking, carrying the weight, and being the strong one for everyone else while quietly feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected. You’re showing up. but something in you knows this isn’t how life is supposed to feel.
I work with individuals, couples, and creatives who are ready to do deeper work. Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, shame, relationship challenges, or questions around identity and purpose—we’ll create space to slow things down and get honest about what’s really going on beneath the surface.
I specialize in trauma, racial identity, and shame.
Maybe on the outside, you look like you have it all together—but inside, you’re tired. Tired of overthinking, carrying the weight, and being the strong one for everyone else while quietly feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected. You’re showing up. but something in you knows this isn’t how life is supposed to feel.
I work with individuals, couples, and creatives who are ready to do deeper work. Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, shame, relationship challenges, or questions around identity and purpose—we’ll create space to slow things down and get honest about what’s really going on beneath the surface.
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