Ilyssa (Hoffman) Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
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Adulting is hard. Life doesn’t always go the way we imagined. Maybe you’re feeling anxious all the time, or overwhelmed by the pressure to have it all together. You may be questioning yourself…why do things that once felt manageable suddenly feel impossible? Maybe you’re going through a big life change, struggling in your relationships, or feeling burnt out at work. Therapy helps you to understand what's keeping you stuck and build the skills you need to cope with the hard stuff. Together, we will work to create meaningful changes that will allow you to feel more confident, connected, and like yourself again.
Effective therapy happens when you feel safe, understood, and genuinely connected with your therapist. My approach is casual and collaborative - grounded in compassion, curiosity, warmth and humor. I tailor our sessions to your needs; and blend relational and trauma-informed care with tangible, evidence-based tools to support lasting change.
Whatever brought you here, you don't have to figure it all out on your own. You are the expert on your life, and I am honored to help you get to where you’d like to be. Let’s set up a 15-minute phone consult and see if we’d be a good fit!
Call or Email Ilyssa (Hoffman) Marks now for a free 15 minute consultation - (708) 866-1386
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Ilyssa (Hoffman) Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 866-1386
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149020872 Ilyssa (Hoffman) Marks
- In Practice for 12 years
- Attended University of Chicago, Graduated 2014
- Certificate from Illinois Board of Education 2290338 / 2014
- Certificate from Illinois 149.020872 / 2019
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Ilyssa (Hoffman) Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 866-1386
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- ADHD
- Burnout
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Ilyssa (Hoffman) Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (708) 866-1386
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Integrative
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Ilyssa (Hoffman) Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 866-1386
Location
Primary Location
Thoughtflow Therapy PLLC
340 W Butterfield Road
Suite 4B
Elmhurst, IL 60126
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Nearby Areas
Ilyssa (Hoffman) Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 866-1386