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Marlene Arteaga

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA

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Chicago, IL 60608
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (773) 839-8975
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Life can feel overwhelming and complex, especially when navigating relationships, cultural expectations, intergenerational experiences, or identity in a world that can feel demanding or divisive. I’m here to create a safe, respectful, and compassionate space where you feel understood, not judged, and heard for who you truly are. Whether you prefer to speak in English, Español, or a blend of both, you are welcome here. Your language, culture, and lived experience are strengths, not barriers. As a bilingual therapist, I value cultural context and how it shapes your story, your relationships, and your goals for growth.
I work with adults, individuals, couples, and families. Together, we explore what matters most to you, relationship dynamics, personal accountability, generational differences, stress, anxiety, or life transitions, and build on your resilience to make meaningful change.
My approach blends evidence-based methods (like DBT, CBT, Gottman, and trauma-responsive care) with a multicultural, person-centered lens so therapy feels relevant and empowering. Whether you’re connecting online or in person, I’m here to walk with you, in whatever language feels right for you, toward a life of greater clarity, connection, and balance.
Call or Marlene Arteaga now for a free 15 minute consultation - (773) 839-8975

My Practice at a Glance

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Avanza Counseling

Chicago, IL 60608

(773) 839-8975
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (773) 839-8975
Photo of Marlene Arteaga, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Avanza Counseling

Chicago, IL 60608

(773) 839-8975
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Marlene Arteaga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (773) 839-8975
Photo of Marlene Arteaga, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Marlene Arteaga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (773) 839-8975

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180.017688 Marlene Arteaga
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Chicago State University , Masters of Arts Clinical Mental Health, Graduated 2023
Photo of Marlene Arteaga, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Marlene Arteaga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (773) 839-8975
Photo of Marlene Arteaga, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Marlene Arteaga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (773) 839-8975

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Veterans
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Marlene Arteaga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Do these issues align with your needs? or (773) 839-8975
Photo of Marlene Arteaga, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Marlene Arteaga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Do these issues align with your needs? or (773) 839-8975

Endorsement

Anthony Silker
Anthony Silker
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWMSWMA
Marlene has a great conversational style, and her ability to conceptualize clients as real people with nuance and complexity is deeply refreshing. She's gracious with grit. Men: consider working with Marlene, she might have some perspectives you need.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Marlene Arteaga, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Marlene Arteaga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (773) 839-8975
Photo of Marlene Arteaga, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Marlene Arteaga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (773) 839-8975

Location

Primary Location

Avanza Counseling

Chicago, IL 60608

(773) 839-8975

Nearby Areas

Photo of Marlene Arteaga, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Marlene Arteaga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (773) 839-8975
Photo of Marlene Arteaga, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Marlene Arteaga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (773) 839-8975