Therapists in Chicago, IL
My areas of expertise are addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual issues, transitions to adulthood, and ADHD.
It's hard to read a paragraph, look at a photo, and then decide who is worth trusting with the most intimate and difficult parts of your life. To help make things easier, I offer a free 30 minute consult. As you read on, I hope my method and experience will be a good match for you. Therapy can play a crucial role in helping with problems in relationships, at home, and at work. During my five years in mental health, I've helped young adults find meaning in their lives, traumatized people talk about their issues for the first time, and anxious people communicate more openly to their partners.
My areas of expertise are addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual issues, transitions to adulthood, and ADHD.
It's hard to read a paragraph, look at a photo, and then decide who is worth trusting with the most intimate and difficult parts of your life. To help make things easier, I offer a free 30 minute consult. As you read on, I hope my method and experience will be a good match for you. Therapy can play a crucial role in helping with problems in relationships, at home, and at work. During my five years in mental health, I've helped young adults find meaning in their lives, traumatized people talk about their issues for the first time, and anxious people communicate more openly to their partners.
My interest includes cross-cultural issues with couples, individual therapy, and group therapy. I have extensive experience working with adults who are coping with trauma, domestic violence, struggle with depression, anxiety and addiction. My earlier work focused on immigrants and refugees who have experienced trauma. The therapeutic relationship gives clients a chance to safely explore new effective coping mechanisms to improve the quality of their lives. I have significant clinical experience working with the Latino and Native American communities.Clients have the power to infuse new meaning into their lives and experience fulfillment
My interest includes cross-cultural issues with couples, individual therapy, and group therapy. I have extensive experience working with adults who are coping with trauma, domestic violence, struggle with depression, anxiety and addiction. My earlier work focused on immigrants and refugees who have experienced trauma. The therapeutic relationship gives clients a chance to safely explore new effective coping mechanisms to improve the quality of their lives. I have significant clinical experience working with the Latino and Native American communities.Clients have the power to infuse new meaning into their lives and experience fulfillment
Make substantial change expeditiously! My aim is to help clients (adults, teens) find comfort with emotional vulnerability and healing through introspection of thoughts, behaviors, and values which prompts new action. My ideal client is one who is interested in processing emotions, gaining insight, and using existing/untapped internal and external resources. I am compassionate, collaborative, and patient professional with 15 years of experience and I can definitely assist with trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship issues/divorce, shame, identity issues, and simply improving one's well-being.
Make substantial change expeditiously! My aim is to help clients (adults, teens) find comfort with emotional vulnerability and healing through introspection of thoughts, behaviors, and values which prompts new action. My ideal client is one who is interested in processing emotions, gaining insight, and using existing/untapped internal and external resources. I am compassionate, collaborative, and patient professional with 15 years of experience and I can definitely assist with trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship issues/divorce, shame, identity issues, and simply improving one's well-being.
My specialties include trauma, life transition, and identity (gender, sexuality, culture).
Life is a journey with many challenges, and people often become stuck, whether in a way of feeling (sad, anxious, in pain) or a way of being (job, relationship, lifestyle). Such distress and confusion can make it hard to move forward. A therapist who genuinely understands and accepts you can help relieve that distress and mobilize your strengths to move forward in a meaningful direction. As a psychologist, I am skilled in helping you free yourself from being stuck to find the meaning, fulfillment and joy that also can be part of life's journey.
My specialties include trauma, life transition, and identity (gender, sexuality, culture).
Life is a journey with many challenges, and people often become stuck, whether in a way of feeling (sad, anxious, in pain) or a way of being (job, relationship, lifestyle). Such distress and confusion can make it hard to move forward. A therapist who genuinely understands and accepts you can help relieve that distress and mobilize your strengths to move forward in a meaningful direction. As a psychologist, I am skilled in helping you free yourself from being stuck to find the meaning, fulfillment and joy that also can be part of life's journey.
You are stressed out with your personal life, relationships, and/or work and feel like you haven't tapped into your true human potential. My name is Kirk Johnson and I'm a Licensed Counselor/Therapist. My clients typically start therapy to improve their stress/anxiety management, interpersonal relationships, identity exploration, self-confidence, and their trauma response. Often times, clients need to go deeper to find meaning in their past and present experiences and the narratives they tell themselves. These crucial conversations can help stabilize big feelings, and build inner strength.
You are stressed out with your personal life, relationships, and/or work and feel like you haven't tapped into your true human potential. My name is Kirk Johnson and I'm a Licensed Counselor/Therapist. My clients typically start therapy to improve their stress/anxiety management, interpersonal relationships, identity exploration, self-confidence, and their trauma response. Often times, clients need to go deeper to find meaning in their past and present experiences and the narratives they tell themselves. These crucial conversations can help stabilize big feelings, and build inner strength.
I have worked with individuals and groups on a variety of topics, issues and concerns ranging from depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger management, abandonment, attachment, sexual and physical trauma, alcohol and substance abuse to relationship struggles, parent-child relationships, and work-place performance.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), along with influences of Client-centered therapy and Humanistic philosophy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and am trained in Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
I have worked with individuals and groups on a variety of topics, issues and concerns ranging from depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger management, abandonment, attachment, sexual and physical trauma, alcohol and substance abuse to relationship struggles, parent-child relationships, and work-place performance.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), along with influences of Client-centered therapy and Humanistic philosophy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and am trained in Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
As a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist I use a trauma informed, multicultural, and integrative approach to therapy.
I value the importance of creating a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment in which clients can empower, explore, and understand themselves. Together we will work to reinvigorate, revitalize, and empower you so you may create the best version of yourself. As a first generation Mexican American, I am passionate about working alongside minority and marginalized communities to educate and make therapy accessible for all individuals. I have worked with teens and adults experiencing issues with racial identity, trauma, depression, anxiety, men's issues, and life transitions.
As a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist I use a trauma informed, multicultural, and integrative approach to therapy.
I value the importance of creating a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment in which clients can empower, explore, and understand themselves. Together we will work to reinvigorate, revitalize, and empower you so you may create the best version of yourself. As a first generation Mexican American, I am passionate about working alongside minority and marginalized communities to educate and make therapy accessible for all individuals. I have worked with teens and adults experiencing issues with racial identity, trauma, depression, anxiety, men's issues, and life transitions.
Derron Johnson Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618 (Online Only)
We all go through our share of suffering. Whether it be through drug or process addictions, loss of interest & despair, heartbreak, grief & loss, feeling misunderstood, loneliness, depression, crippling anxiety, all the way to struggling to adjust to your particular season in life, and don't forget my personal favorites of trauma, feeling purposeless, or being disconnected. In life we all suffer in various ways and to varying magnitudes.
We all go through our share of suffering. Whether it be through drug or process addictions, loss of interest & despair, heartbreak, grief & loss, feeling misunderstood, loneliness, depression, crippling anxiety, all the way to struggling to adjust to your particular season in life, and don't forget my personal favorites of trauma, feeling purposeless, or being disconnected. In life we all suffer in various ways and to varying magnitudes.
Bola Obajimi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60619 (Online Only)
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, addiction, and anger issues.
Hello, my name is Bola, and I applaud your willingness to seek help. I strongly believe that everyone wants to do well in life. We don't normally wake up in the morning and say today, we don't want to do well. The struggle is, do we know what to do and how to do them, to do well. We will work collaboratively together to develop solutions to the above. My ideal clients are people who believe they, their relationships, and family can do better than what is currently happening and are open to talk, explore, and navigate the possibility. My clients can expect to feel heard, supported, validated, and challenged to achieve the above.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, addiction, and anger issues.
Hello, my name is Bola, and I applaud your willingness to seek help. I strongly believe that everyone wants to do well in life. We don't normally wake up in the morning and say today, we don't want to do well. The struggle is, do we know what to do and how to do them, to do well. We will work collaboratively together to develop solutions to the above. My ideal clients are people who believe they, their relationships, and family can do better than what is currently happening and are open to talk, explore, and navigate the possibility. My clients can expect to feel heard, supported, validated, and challenged to achieve the above.
Using an integrative, trauma-informed and person-centered framework, I aim to follow the client's lead and modify our process based on their unique personality, lived experiences, and interests.
With the complexities in the world today, it can be tough to catch a breath, decompress, and process the events in our unique lives. As bandwidths are stretched thin, boundaries infiltrated, and burnout ever present, the pressures of our day-to-day lives can pile on top of each other, making it hard to find balance and reach our goals. These challenges do not need to be faced alone. If you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, addiction, or grief, together we will create a safe and collaborative space to face these challenges head-on, guiding you to feel more empowered, centered, and fulfilled.
Using an integrative, trauma-informed and person-centered framework, I aim to follow the client's lead and modify our process based on their unique personality, lived experiences, and interests.
With the complexities in the world today, it can be tough to catch a breath, decompress, and process the events in our unique lives. As bandwidths are stretched thin, boundaries infiltrated, and burnout ever present, the pressures of our day-to-day lives can pile on top of each other, making it hard to find balance and reach our goals. These challenges do not need to be faced alone. If you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, addiction, or grief, together we will create a safe and collaborative space to face these challenges head-on, guiding you to feel more empowered, centered, and fulfilled.
Therapy is a place to slow down, feel our feelings, and face big questions. Some of my clients use therapy to tackle a specific problem, others simply need a supportive space in which to process each week. Having worked in the mental health field for 10+ years, I've helped people address a wide range of concerns, and especially enjoy working on anxiety, relationships/dating issues, trauma, and young adult issues. In addition to talk therapy, I also have advanced training in EMDR and complex trauma. As a former touring musician, I am uniquely familiar with the mental health challenges faced by artists and creators.
Therapy is a place to slow down, feel our feelings, and face big questions. Some of my clients use therapy to tackle a specific problem, others simply need a supportive space in which to process each week. Having worked in the mental health field for 10+ years, I've helped people address a wide range of concerns, and especially enjoy working on anxiety, relationships/dating issues, trauma, and young adult issues. In addition to talk therapy, I also have advanced training in EMDR and complex trauma. As a former touring musician, I am uniquely familiar with the mental health challenges faced by artists and creators.
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Thank you for taking the first step towards a happier, healthier life - you are making the important decision to support yourself. Brendan’s background is in sexual and domestic violence. He believes trauma affects us physically, emotionally, and spiritually. By establishing safety, remembering, and grieving, we are able to reconnect with our current lives. Our mental health has physical effects; Brendan focuses on the damage chronic stress has on the body as well as the mind. Our nervous system cannot absorb the impact of trauma alone. We find healing through our relationships and communities. Together, we find a path forward.
Thank you for taking the first step towards a happier, healthier life - you are making the important decision to support yourself. Brendan’s background is in sexual and domestic violence. He believes trauma affects us physically, emotionally, and spiritually. By establishing safety, remembering, and grieving, we are able to reconnect with our current lives. Our mental health has physical effects; Brendan focuses on the damage chronic stress has on the body as well as the mind. Our nervous system cannot absorb the impact of trauma alone. We find healing through our relationships and communities. Together, we find a path forward.
I am also trained to deliver EMDR therapy to treat trauma and other adverse experiences.
Counseling can strengthen your ability to recognize and make choices in your life that align with the person you want to be. I can help you cope with difficult emotions and develop a strong sense of self-compassion and acceptance. I am most passionate about addressing concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and sexual health. A significant portion of my career has been focused on serving LGBTQ+ people and communities, and I pay close attention to cultural factors and the ways in which they impact a person's vantage point in this world.
I am also trained to deliver EMDR therapy to treat trauma and other adverse experiences.
Counseling can strengthen your ability to recognize and make choices in your life that align with the person you want to be. I can help you cope with difficult emotions and develop a strong sense of self-compassion and acceptance. I am most passionate about addressing concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and sexual health. A significant portion of my career has been focused on serving LGBTQ+ people and communities, and I pay close attention to cultural factors and the ways in which they impact a person's vantage point in this world.
Karem Muksed - Trauma, PTSD, and Couples
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60642
I understand how powerful fear and anxiety can feel—whether it’s the dread of social interactions, an overwhelming phobia, or the struggle with trauma memories that just won’t let go. These experiences can feel isolating and exhausting, often leading to patterns of avoidance that keep people feeling stuck and disconnected.
I understand how powerful fear and anxiety can feel—whether it’s the dread of social interactions, an overwhelming phobia, or the struggle with trauma memories that just won’t let go. These experiences can feel isolating and exhausting, often leading to patterns of avoidance that keep people feeling stuck and disconnected.
David D. Robertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60615 (Online Only)
Ready to transform your life? I’m David Robertson, a PhD student in Social Work, therapist, and courage researcher with clinical training from Columbia University’s School of Social Work. I specialize in guiding individuals through childhood trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. My practice celebrates diversity, offering dedicated support to faith-based communities, the queer community, and marginalized populations. I also provide focused care for premarital clients, caregivers, and startup founders. Let’s start your journey toward personal growth and healing—
Ready to transform your life? I’m David Robertson, a PhD student in Social Work, therapist, and courage researcher with clinical training from Columbia University’s School of Social Work. I specialize in guiding individuals through childhood trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. My practice celebrates diversity, offering dedicated support to faith-based communities, the queer community, and marginalized populations. I also provide focused care for premarital clients, caregivers, and startup founders. Let’s start your journey toward personal growth and healing—
My approach to therapy is integrative; I utilize psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed care.
My therapeutic approach is shaped by three beliefs: (1) regardless of your past and current situation, you are worthy of love and respect, (2) you have inherent strengths, and (3) systemic oppression plays a role in way we think, feel, and behave; therefore, in therapy, it is important to consider the relationship among systemic oppression, mental health and the multiple identities we hold. I believe showing up as your authentic self is brave and healthy. Together, we will create a safe and non-judgmental space as we work through your goals.
My approach to therapy is integrative; I utilize psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed care.
My therapeutic approach is shaped by three beliefs: (1) regardless of your past and current situation, you are worthy of love and respect, (2) you have inherent strengths, and (3) systemic oppression plays a role in way we think, feel, and behave; therefore, in therapy, it is important to consider the relationship among systemic oppression, mental health and the multiple identities we hold. I believe showing up as your authentic self is brave and healthy. Together, we will create a safe and non-judgmental space as we work through your goals.
Connor McInerney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
My work draws from IFS (Internal Family Systems) and other trauma-informed therapy approaches to help you identify your innate strengths and empower you to heal, grow, and live a meaningful life.
Do you struggle with your inner critic? Have you felt lonely or rejected? Maybe you've tried to avoid anxiety, depression, or traumatic memories, seeking a way out of a rollercoaster of emotions. Have you experienced difficulty with life transitions; career/school stress; relationship issues including polyamory and non-monogamy; bigotry; grief; sexual assault/abuse; self-harm, or suicidal thoughts? Are you somewhere on the LGBTQ+ spectrum and feel like no one in your life understands you? If you answered yes to any of these issues, when was the last time you had a space to talk that was just for you?
My work draws from IFS (Internal Family Systems) and other trauma-informed therapy approaches to help you identify your innate strengths and empower you to heal, grow, and live a meaningful life.
Do you struggle with your inner critic? Have you felt lonely or rejected? Maybe you've tried to avoid anxiety, depression, or traumatic memories, seeking a way out of a rollercoaster of emotions. Have you experienced difficulty with life transitions; career/school stress; relationship issues including polyamory and non-monogamy; bigotry; grief; sexual assault/abuse; self-harm, or suicidal thoughts? Are you somewhere on the LGBTQ+ spectrum and feel like no one in your life understands you? If you answered yes to any of these issues, when was the last time you had a space to talk that was just for you?
I have experience working with clients from a wide range of backgrounds and presenting problems, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, as well as personality disorders.
Regardless of our problems, we all deserve the chance to feel supported and empowered. My approach to therapy starts by cultivating a safe environment and a positive relationship with my clients, and I like to approach treatment collaboratively. I have many ways to help you achieve your goals in therapy, but only you can be the expert on your own life. Together, we can find ways for you to live a happier, healthier life.
I have experience working with clients from a wide range of backgrounds and presenting problems, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, as well as personality disorders.
Regardless of our problems, we all deserve the chance to feel supported and empowered. My approach to therapy starts by cultivating a safe environment and a positive relationship with my clients, and I like to approach treatment collaboratively. I have many ways to help you achieve your goals in therapy, but only you can be the expert on your own life. Together, we can find ways for you to live a happier, healthier life.
I believe we have the capability to be resilient when faced with great adversity. We may doubt ourselves at times, but with guidance we can persevere through any situation. My objective is to work collaboratively with clients to discover a clear path, to create healthy goals, and to build a strong foundation that is rooted in practical techniques. My specialty areas include working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and alcohol use. I am experienced in working with adolescents, young adults, middle age adults, as well as with veterans.
I believe we have the capability to be resilient when faced with great adversity. We may doubt ourselves at times, but with guidance we can persevere through any situation. My objective is to work collaboratively with clients to discover a clear path, to create healthy goals, and to build a strong foundation that is rooted in practical techniques. My specialty areas include working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and alcohol use. I am experienced in working with adolescents, young adults, middle age adults, as well as with veterans.
Grant Barlow
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60660
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Whether you've experienced relational trauma or abuse, unhealthy patterns, or just want a fresh perspective I can help!.
Therapy is a collaborative activity in which we work together in a safe environment to help you become a more satisfied version of yourself. My approach aims to partner with you to identify what challenges and pain points you may have and unlock the potential within you to heal, recover, or move beyond those roadblocks. Some of the systems within our environment can cause continued difficulty, stress, or trauma. I work with clients to identify these dynamics when they occur and help them develop skills to manage or change what’s within their control. Ultimately, I help empower them to live lives of health, safety, and fulfillment.
Whether you've experienced relational trauma or abuse, unhealthy patterns, or just want a fresh perspective I can help!.
Therapy is a collaborative activity in which we work together in a safe environment to help you become a more satisfied version of yourself. My approach aims to partner with you to identify what challenges and pain points you may have and unlock the potential within you to heal, recover, or move beyond those roadblocks. Some of the systems within our environment can cause continued difficulty, stress, or trauma. I work with clients to identify these dynamics when they occur and help them develop skills to manage or change what’s within their control. Ultimately, I help empower them to live lives of health, safety, and fulfillment.