Therapists in Chicago, IL

Many of the clients that I have worked with during the past 18 years have faced stressful life events that have triggered anxiety, depression, and anger. Frequently, these feelings have begun to significantly interfere with relationships, work, and overall sense of self. In my practice, I provide a safe and respectful relationship that promotes courage and strength to confront and work through these difficult feelings and experiences. By talking with a caring and trained professional, my clients are able to develop new perspectives about themselves and their concerns and this allows them to approach life with increased hope and enjoyment.

Oftentimes, people come to therapy because they feel stuck in patterns that they can't shake, despite their best efforts--this may be creating symptoms of anxiety, depression, or relationship issues. I provide a safe, focused environment that allows my clients to explore themselves, their relationships, and their experiences in the world. I also offer special sensitivity to how cultural, racial, and societal issues affect an individual's life. The process is aimed at allowing people to clarify their own goals and move toward them, and to discover new ways of approaching life's challenges while becoming more aware of their personal values and needs.

You want to feel emotions fully without shame. You want to be connected to your own sense of desire and purpose. You deserve a space to explore the parts of you that feel unknown, “unacceptable,” or taboo. My commitment in the therapeutic relationship is to welcome and value all aspects of your experience – the stories that reflect humor and resilience, and the parts that have been shamed or dismissed.

Licensed in IL and IA. I often feel lonely in a crowd, even in a crowd of my friends. I often feel like nothing I do will be good enough. When I walk into a room, I often try to avoid eye contact for fear that I will be seen, yet all I really want is for someone to see me. Does this describe you? If so, you are not alone. Lots of people feel this way, especially those who have experienced difficult childhoods. No matter how successful you may appear on the outside, it's hard to shake the "I'm not good enough" feeling.

Throughout her clinical work, Kelsey has engaged in opportunities to offer therapeutic care within a variety of settings, including community mental health clinics, inpatient hospitals, and university/college counseling centers. She has been honored to work alongside clients seeking support regarding substance misuse, adjustment difficulties, relationship struggles, identity development, intimate partner violence, trauma, systemic oppression, and mental health diagnoses.

Accepting new clients. I specialize in generalized anxiety, social and performance anxiety, panic attacks, developmental trauma, complex PTSD, depression, attachment disorders, attachment issues in romantic relations, body image issues, and low self-esteem. Additional focus chronic occupational stress, academic success, career development.

I have worked with a variety of people with issues ranging from work related stress to serious mental health symptoms. Regardless of the challenges you face, I can help by using EMDR or Solution Focused Therapy to assist you with the steps forward you would like to make.

As I experience all the shifts life has to offer, I have developed more of an understanding of the value in considering others and my own mindset. Problems, uncertainty, and challenges are not going away; they are always going to be in our lives. The thought things must always be set in stone is an illusion from the start. However, if we change our mindset and change those same problems, uncertainty, and challenges into growth moments without limitations or limiting beliefs and focus on solutions; we are left feeling empowered to create change, and I am excited to go on the journey with you.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping clients empower themselves and obtain a better quality of life. I offer an individualized approach to each client, utilizing strength and evidence based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I believe that life circumstances are often out of our control, but we can learn tools to react effectively to such circumstances. I help to guide my clients in learning more productive thought and behavior patterns to 1) reach desired goals, 2) develop an improved understanding of themselves, and 3) ultimately bring about positive change in their lives.

Anyone who struggles with life's hardships can receive assistance working through issues and building upon existing strengths. Clients want health and happiness, but may not possess the knowledge, resources, or motivation to achieve them.

Now offering online sessions! Welcome to Pusateri Counseling. Let me tell you what to expect in your sessions. My approach to counseling is client based, collaborative and creative. I meet you where you are and I listen deeply to access solutions that you design. I do this by focusing on your strengths and your unique skills. This creative collaborative can be fun and exciting and often surprising. You are able to set goals and create a working plan on our first visit.

Bola earned his M.A. in Clinical Professional Psychology from Roosevelt University, Chicago. He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and has experience working with individual, couple, group, and family of diverse backgrounds and psychological issues. Area of interest include anxiety, depression, substance use, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, marital conflict, family issues, and crisis intervention. Along with CBT, Bola utilizes strength based approach, collaborating with clients in identifying, nurturing, and utilizing the identified innate strengths in attaining clients improved mental/emotional well being.

I know that sex and relationships can be among the most difficult topics to talk about, so I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental place for these intimate and essential conversations. As an AASECT certified sex therapist, I see clients who are struggling with intimacy issues, sexual dysfunction or pain, concerns about dating or forming connections, or navigating both traditional and non-traditional relationships. For clients coping with general anxiety, major life transitions, or other issues, I offer a sex-positive and sex-inclusive approach. And I am an LGBTQ- and kink- affirmative clinician.

I am deeply passionate about helping individuals connect with their inner strength and wisdom, and to find peace and purpose in their lives. My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore their thoughts, emotions, and beliefs. My intention is to help my clients develop a greater understanding of themselves and to empower them to make meaningful changes in their lives. I am offering telehealth across the state of Illinois and would love to get to know you.

I work alongside clients to help them develop a more balanced, integrated, and grounded sense of self. I believe that through therapy, clients can gain more in-depth awareness of their emotional experience, their thoughts and behaviors, and how one’s past may inform one’s present. This awareness can help create space for self-acceptance and self-compassion, and cultivate personal growth and desired change. I find that my approach to therapy tends to be a good fit for people who are looking to gain insight and understanding about themselves, not just looking for skills to manage symptoms or "quick fixes."