Therapists in Cook County, IL

Life can present you with many challenges you may or may not have been anticipating. My goal as a clinical psychologist is to help support you through the stress, uncertainty, and/or sense of hopelessness you may be faced with as a result. My collaborate and integrative style takes your unique circumstance into consideration in attempt to facilitate insight and growth and accessing your resiliency and strength. I provide individual and couples therapy to adults with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationship problems, trauma, loss, and transitional life stages.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, stressed and unable to cope with life's challenges and crises? Engaging in therapy is an opportunity to uncover your strengths, for learning how to cope effectively with stress and emotional pain while improving your relationship with yourself and others. It is a time to reflect and process the past so you can become the best version of yourself now and in the future. Working side by side, I will guide you through the process of writing the next chapters of your life story.

I use a warm, nonjudgemental approach. I work with children, teens, adults, and families. We will work together to help you cope and grow. My background includes providing therapeutic services in communities, hospitals and schools. My experience includes supporting clients who are managing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, mood disorders, trauma-and-stressor-related disorders, ADHD, life transitions, paranoia, self-esteem or body image concerns, behavioral issues, self-harm, or relational concerns. I have extensive knowledge of evidence-based practices such as CBT, play therapy, narrative therapy, and strength-based approaches.

If you feel like your needs and desires are getting lost in translation, I am here to help. Love is simple, not easy. Whether single or in a long-term relationship, you’re not alone if you find yourself longing for a deeper connection (but aren’t sure how to get there). As an experienced couples counselor specializing in Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), I am here to help you find a path toward healing. EFT is a cutting-edge, tested, and proven intervention for couples and individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. Together, we will get you on a path to a life full of love.

Experienced, well-respected Masters level psychotherapist with 30 years of clinical experience, Self Acceptance Training, and coaching clients to experience and transform themselves. Ethical, humanistic, results/goal-oriented; experienced in helping men and women to function at their highest level.

Welcome! I believe in meeting a new client where they're at, taking time to build a strong therapeutic alliance, and focusing on how to help you become the best version of yourself. I am an EMDR Certified clinician who specializes in healing trauma, utilizing a combination of EMDR, mindfulness, CBT and yoga in sessions where appropriate and welcomed. Many are surprised to learn that we have all experienced trauma to varying degrees, and that often times these traumas, and the negative beliefs connected to them, are the cause of unwanted symptoms like depression, anxiety, low self esteem, or relationship issues.

Life can be an unexpected wave in the water that makes you feel unsteady, or it can be a giant wave that overwhelms you, and it keeps coming, and it is hard to regain your sense of balance. But when a helping hand reaches out, it can help you to find your strength and balance. Whether it feels like a big or small wave, I can be that support and guidance so when the waves come, you can brace them and keep going. I believe in providing empathetic care and guidance through a collaborative therapeutic relationship by navigating the unique experiences that influence each client’s life.

Are you sad? Feel worried? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Don't say no enough? Do you feel lost and sad after a death? I have specialized training in couples work{relationship issues} Addictions {codependency} I have extensive experience in treating Grief and Loss issues, Bipolar issues , Depression, Self esteem, Anxiety, ADD, ADHD, Assertiveness issues, Adjustment issues, Anger management, Self harm issues, and Coping skills. My goal is to provide a supportive, respectful, caring environment to help all clients achieve their fullest potential I have had client"s report relief and progress after only a few sessions

The decision to begin psychotherapy is a significant one and finding the right therapist is half the battle. The therapeutic relationship plays an important role in our work together. My goal is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings about your circumstances including developmental transitions such as entering college, young adulthood; experiencing work or parenting concerns; pre-marital and marital transitions such as those almost or newly married, infidelity, divorce, relational strain; and concerns of general life dissatisfaction resulting in symptoms of depression and anxiety.

For 20 years, I have been fortunate to work in various settings with adults who are struggling with problematic issues that affect their sense of self and their relationships. I am committed to first listening in order to understand and then aligning myself with my client so that together we can design a plan that will alleviate their pain and stress. I especially enjoy work with older adults who are dealing with relationship and transitional life changes as well as physical and emotional challenges. I regard therapy as an experience of mutual learning and discovery where my role is to facilitate my client's needs and desires.

RIMYA's goals are to deliver quality supportive services for youth and adults, enhance awareness of mental health and provide trauma informed services within communities for both English and Spanish speaking individuals.   

I have been a therapist for over 20 years, helping individuals, couples, and families. My experience has included working in a medical/hospital setting, at a family therapy clinical/training center, and in private practice. My approach is centered on respect for the challenges and stresses that people encounter and the strengths they can call upon in coping with these uncertainties. I use my knowledge and training in family systems theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic psychotherapy to help clients better understand and resolve their problems.

I am passionate about working with individuals on illness education, symptom management, cognitive restructuring, affect regulation, behavior modification, and interpersonal skill development. My goal is to provide a safe environment for people to learn about themselves, begin to love who they are, and overcome social, emotional, economical, and vocational struggles while reaching their full potential in life. I want to help those who feel unloved and broken return to feeling whole again with active encouragement and support. Additionally I am a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist.

Barbara Duran is a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 5 years of experience as a master's level clinician working with older adults and their families. Barbara has experience with motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy and psychotherapy. Barbara's experience includes facilitation of leading support groups for caregivers, grief support, risk assessment, and care planning. Barbara values person-centered and strength-based care.