Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Chicago, IL
Throughout our lives we go through experiences that help us define who we are. These moments of connection and isolation, fulfillment and confusion are foundational events that make us, us. These can be life altering experiences; societal forces, traumatic events, difficult relationships, or a series of distressing events that we carry for the rest of our lives. Working through these experiences can be scary. Therapy can help us unpack these moments and lead more meaningful and fulfilling lives. In our sessions, we will explore who you are; your world, beliefs, and values.
Throughout our lives we go through experiences that help us define who we are. These moments of connection and isolation, fulfillment and confusion are foundational events that make us, us. These can be life altering experiences; societal forces, traumatic events, difficult relationships, or a series of distressing events that we carry for the rest of our lives. Working through these experiences can be scary. Therapy can help us unpack these moments and lead more meaningful and fulfilling lives. In our sessions, we will explore who you are; your world, beliefs, and values.
Being a therapist is my second career. I know what it means to search to find a life that feels more meaningful. I have a master’s degree in counseling, completed a year-long immersion in narrative therapy, and have recently finished coursework for a PhD in social work focused on psychodynamic theory from ICSW. My psychodynamic training means I have experience in listening in a particular way. Gaining insight means learning to listen to ourselves in a deeper, more curious, and open way. Currently, I am studying the impact of dating apps on relationships for my dissertation. I understand that modern dating can feel like a landmine.
Being a therapist is my second career. I know what it means to search to find a life that feels more meaningful. I have a master’s degree in counseling, completed a year-long immersion in narrative therapy, and have recently finished coursework for a PhD in social work focused on psychodynamic theory from ICSW. My psychodynamic training means I have experience in listening in a particular way. Gaining insight means learning to listen to ourselves in a deeper, more curious, and open way. Currently, I am studying the impact of dating apps on relationships for my dissertation. I understand that modern dating can feel like a landmine.
As an integrative therapist, I help the mind and body work together towards healing and wellbeing. I understand that trauma, stress responses, and unresolved relational/emotional wounds become unconsciously embedded into the nervous system–and by extension the whole body. My approach uses body-centered psychotherapy methods, allowing us to trek below the surface for deep transformation and self discovery.
As an integrative therapist, I help the mind and body work together towards healing and wellbeing. I understand that trauma, stress responses, and unresolved relational/emotional wounds become unconsciously embedded into the nervous system–and by extension the whole body. My approach uses body-centered psychotherapy methods, allowing us to trek below the surface for deep transformation and self discovery.
Toraneka Hampton
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You are not alone in your life experiences and I can help to process emotions, undo negative patterns, disrupt generational cycles, and freely express all emotions and experiences. Whether you're seeking support for managing stress in your relationships or dating life, or simply looking to discover your authentic self and reach your full potential, I am here to help. I create an intentional, nonjudgmental environment and utilize a collaborative approach. Let's work together to foster personal growth, achieve your goals, and live your best life.
You are not alone in your life experiences and I can help to process emotions, undo negative patterns, disrupt generational cycles, and freely express all emotions and experiences. Whether you're seeking support for managing stress in your relationships or dating life, or simply looking to discover your authentic self and reach your full potential, I am here to help. I create an intentional, nonjudgmental environment and utilize a collaborative approach. Let's work together to foster personal growth, achieve your goals, and live your best life.
As a mental health professional I believe strongly in person centered work. I specialize in doing healing work that is centered on the individual. I am a new clinician but have over two years experience working with kids and families, the expressive arts, and diverse populations. I have worked with students k-12 with anxiety, self esteem, identity, and school/ learning environment support.
As a mental health professional I believe strongly in person centered work. I specialize in doing healing work that is centered on the individual. I am a new clinician but have over two years experience working with kids and families, the expressive arts, and diverse populations. I have worked with students k-12 with anxiety, self esteem, identity, and school/ learning environment support.
I'm a psychologist who's caring and direct. I use compassion, wisdom and humor to help clients understand and deal with problems in a way that's respectful and honors their unique situation. My style is grounded in the belief that promoting an individual's innate desire and ability to move forward in life is the key to progress in therapy. If you're feeling overwhelmed in life, dealing with something you find increasingly hard to handle and are ready to make a change, I can help. Please consider calling me to begin exploring a new way to live.
I'm a psychologist who's caring and direct. I use compassion, wisdom and humor to help clients understand and deal with problems in a way that's respectful and honors their unique situation. My style is grounded in the belief that promoting an individual's innate desire and ability to move forward in life is the key to progress in therapy. If you're feeling overwhelmed in life, dealing with something you find increasingly hard to handle and are ready to make a change, I can help. Please consider calling me to begin exploring a new way to live.
As a Southside native, I love working with the communities that have shaped me and given me so much. I am aware of how our decisions can affect our entire family system and therefore, using a culturally sensitive approach, we will work together to find solutions and set goals based on what is important to you. I am especially passionate about helping clients build their self-esteem and challenge those negative thoughts that can make our day-to-day seem so much more difficult. I enjoy working with teens and adults of all genders, but I specialize in helping women overcome emotional, relational, and societal barriers.
As a Southside native, I love working with the communities that have shaped me and given me so much. I am aware of how our decisions can affect our entire family system and therefore, using a culturally sensitive approach, we will work together to find solutions and set goals based on what is important to you. I am especially passionate about helping clients build their self-esteem and challenge those negative thoughts that can make our day-to-day seem so much more difficult. I enjoy working with teens and adults of all genders, but I specialize in helping women overcome emotional, relational, and societal barriers.
I am so happy you’re here. Seeking help can feel scary, but I am proud of you for taking this step. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you can embrace all your feelings. Therapy can be hard, and facing difficult emotions might feel overwhelming, but I’m here for you every step of the way. Your feelings and thoughts are safe with me. I approach therapy in a non-judgemental manner and provide unconditional support and encouragement. I value strength-based and holistic approaches that help alleviate stressors. I am passionate about working through a culturally informed framework that celebrates your intersectionality.
I am so happy you’re here. Seeking help can feel scary, but I am proud of you for taking this step. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you can embrace all your feelings. Therapy can be hard, and facing difficult emotions might feel overwhelming, but I’m here for you every step of the way. Your feelings and thoughts are safe with me. I approach therapy in a non-judgemental manner and provide unconditional support and encouragement. I value strength-based and holistic approaches that help alleviate stressors. I am passionate about working through a culturally informed framework that celebrates your intersectionality.
Dillon Dostal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
I specialize in (but not limited to) the following issues: LGBTQIA+ concerns- The current climate can feel exhausting and scary for our community, and I am here to help you navigate and process the stress of it all. From family interaction, couples' counseling, or just simply existing as a queer person in a heteronormative world, let's talk about it together. Anxiety- Do you find yourself often ruminating on a difficult conversation with a loved one or struggling to "let things go?" Healthcare Professional Burnout- It's important to make sure we in healthcare are taking care of ourselves as we navigate tough career fields.
I specialize in (but not limited to) the following issues: LGBTQIA+ concerns- The current climate can feel exhausting and scary for our community, and I am here to help you navigate and process the stress of it all. From family interaction, couples' counseling, or just simply existing as a queer person in a heteronormative world, let's talk about it together. Anxiety- Do you find yourself often ruminating on a difficult conversation with a loved one or struggling to "let things go?" Healthcare Professional Burnout- It's important to make sure we in healthcare are taking care of ourselves as we navigate tough career fields.
My focus is on encouraging the process of recovery, whether it is recovery from mental illness, sex addiction (including pornography, masturbation, compulsive infidelity), betrayal trauma, substance abuse or other types of addictions. I believe that recovery is made possible by a willingness to change, courage to commit, and the help of supportive people. I am dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for clients to express themselves, process their experiences, and work on removing what is blocking their path to success and contentment.
My focus is on encouraging the process of recovery, whether it is recovery from mental illness, sex addiction (including pornography, masturbation, compulsive infidelity), betrayal trauma, substance abuse or other types of addictions. I believe that recovery is made possible by a willingness to change, courage to commit, and the help of supportive people. I am dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for clients to express themselves, process their experiences, and work on removing what is blocking their path to success and contentment.
My ideal client may not be used to change but is looking to try. My ideal client may have issues of transition, adjustment, and/or trauma and have the need to process it with a therapist who understands and has experienced these very human problems. My ideal client has the goal to change as they see fit, while still staying true to who they are. They can be of any past or upbringing, as long as they are looking to find a deeper understanding of it. Soon I will be starting a sexual trauma processing group, open to all adults as long as they are LGBTQ affirming and anti-racist.
My ideal client may not be used to change but is looking to try. My ideal client may have issues of transition, adjustment, and/or trauma and have the need to process it with a therapist who understands and has experienced these very human problems. My ideal client has the goal to change as they see fit, while still staying true to who they are. They can be of any past or upbringing, as long as they are looking to find a deeper understanding of it. Soon I will be starting a sexual trauma processing group, open to all adults as long as they are LGBTQ affirming and anti-racist.
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Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60649 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. Hi, I am Nancy Griffin, Integrative Life Coach! Using my own life experiences combined with a diverse range of healing techniques in the areas of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual wellness, I have a passion for helping you achieve positive changes in all areas of life! Therapy is a great way to improve the quality of relationships, learn coping skills, overcome obstacles and to focus on better understanding yourself and the intricate layers within your life's purpose.
Accepting New Clients. Hi, I am Nancy Griffin, Integrative Life Coach! Using my own life experiences combined with a diverse range of healing techniques in the areas of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual wellness, I have a passion for helping you achieve positive changes in all areas of life! Therapy is a great way to improve the quality of relationships, learn coping skills, overcome obstacles and to focus on better understanding yourself and the intricate layers within your life's purpose.
Hello! I currently have some openings and would love to offer a free consultation. I have a lot of experience working with those who have ADHD, neurodivergence, anxiety, OCD, and relationship issues to name a few. I attended the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center and have taught both mindfulness and meditation extensively. I am queer-allied and body-neutral. I work with ages 13 and up.
Hello! I currently have some openings and would love to offer a free consultation. I have a lot of experience working with those who have ADHD, neurodivergence, anxiety, OCD, and relationship issues to name a few. I attended the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center and have taught both mindfulness and meditation extensively. I am queer-allied and body-neutral. I work with ages 13 and up.
Stephanie Kilper
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60613
Waitlist for new clients
I am a queer, neurodivergent therapist and love working with other queer and neurodivergent folx. As a dance/movement therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor, my hope is to support you in bringing the wisdom of your body, heart, and mind together to find your center, overcome adversity, and come home to yourself. Together we will navigate barriers and overcome obstacles on the way to achieving your goals. I will help you gain the skills, insight, and trust you'll need to face the hard stuff and find power, hope, and confidence to build a life you will love. You're not alone, let's chat and find your next steps.
I am a queer, neurodivergent therapist and love working with other queer and neurodivergent folx. As a dance/movement therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor, my hope is to support you in bringing the wisdom of your body, heart, and mind together to find your center, overcome adversity, and come home to yourself. Together we will navigate barriers and overcome obstacles on the way to achieving your goals. I will help you gain the skills, insight, and trust you'll need to face the hard stuff and find power, hope, and confidence to build a life you will love. You're not alone, let's chat and find your next steps.
Sophia Turner | Sex Therapy + Couples Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to navigate having a higher or lower sexual desire than your partner? Maybe you would like to enjoy sex more than you do, but you aren’t sure where to start. If we aren’t in tune with our bodies or our pleasure, sex might feel like just another task on our never-ending to-do list. Perhaps the experience of sex become ridden with performance anxiety and you’re never quite sure if it’s going to be “successful”. You might feel shame about your own sexual behaviors, porn consumption, or masturbation habits. These are all common concerns that I help clients with.
Are you struggling to navigate having a higher or lower sexual desire than your partner? Maybe you would like to enjoy sex more than you do, but you aren’t sure where to start. If we aren’t in tune with our bodies or our pleasure, sex might feel like just another task on our never-ending to-do list. Perhaps the experience of sex become ridden with performance anxiety and you’re never quite sure if it’s going to be “successful”. You might feel shame about your own sexual behaviors, porn consumption, or masturbation habits. These are all common concerns that I help clients with.
I have a passion for working with transgender/LGBQ+ people to address past traumas and build more fulfilling relationships and lives. I love helping people understand their identities and explore experiences with family both in the past and present. I have skills and experience in helping LGBTQ+ adults to explore their childhood experiences with family and process through any past traumatic experiences. I love exploring and processing through the challenges of being an LGBTQ+ parent/caregiver.
I have a passion for working with transgender/LGBQ+ people to address past traumas and build more fulfilling relationships and lives. I love helping people understand their identities and explore experiences with family both in the past and present. I have skills and experience in helping LGBTQ+ adults to explore their childhood experiences with family and process through any past traumatic experiences. I love exploring and processing through the challenges of being an LGBTQ+ parent/caregiver.
My ideal client is someone who is reaching out for support and is willing to allow me to share vulnerable therapeutic space to help them grow and develop while helping them alleviate certain undesirable symptoms while learning new skills to maximize their psychological, social, emotional, and behavioral human potential. The client seeks understanding, validation, and space to process their emotions along with helpful solution-oriented coping strategies to help them deal with difficult stressors, painful emotions, negative thinking patterns, and ways to change maladaptive behaviors while accentuating effective behaviors.
My ideal client is someone who is reaching out for support and is willing to allow me to share vulnerable therapeutic space to help them grow and develop while helping them alleviate certain undesirable symptoms while learning new skills to maximize their psychological, social, emotional, and behavioral human potential. The client seeks understanding, validation, and space to process their emotions along with helpful solution-oriented coping strategies to help them deal with difficult stressors, painful emotions, negative thinking patterns, and ways to change maladaptive behaviors while accentuating effective behaviors.
I work from a psychodynamic (or psychoanalytically-informed) perspective. I help adults and adolescents facing depression, grief, anxiety, and challenges with separations and major life transitions. My background in social work with those who have a history of psychosis has given me deep respect for people's experiences of marginalization and stigma, which sometimes result from seeking help.
I work from a psychodynamic (or psychoanalytically-informed) perspective. I help adults and adolescents facing depression, grief, anxiety, and challenges with separations and major life transitions. My background in social work with those who have a history of psychosis has given me deep respect for people's experiences of marginalization and stigma, which sometimes result from seeking help.
Kelly M McCradic
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60613 (Online Only)
I utilize a trauma-informed integrated approach that tailors to the needs of each client. I support clients seeking to improve their skills and develop inner strength, find self-awareness, and improve mindfulness. We will collaborate on techniques and treatment goals that allow you the freedom to begin the healing process of the body, mind, spirit, and recovery. As a veteran, I also provide support to veterans and first responders. In my experience with addiction, trauma, PTSD, life transitions, and empowerment. I find that encompassing acceptance, compassion, and autonomy brings healing and improves the quality of life.
I utilize a trauma-informed integrated approach that tailors to the needs of each client. I support clients seeking to improve their skills and develop inner strength, find self-awareness, and improve mindfulness. We will collaborate on techniques and treatment goals that allow you the freedom to begin the healing process of the body, mind, spirit, and recovery. As a veteran, I also provide support to veterans and first responders. In my experience with addiction, trauma, PTSD, life transitions, and empowerment. I find that encompassing acceptance, compassion, and autonomy brings healing and improves the quality of life.
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