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Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
or

Monika Sharma

Psychologist, PsyD (she, her)

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14 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60610
Let's Connect (312) 955-1212
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You look successful on the outside, yet inside you feel depleted, restless, unhappy, or silently questioning what’s next. Burnout, anxiety, relationship strain, family pressure, or career dissatisfaction may be signaling it’s time to pause and realign. As a psychologist, hypnotherapist, and life coach, I help adults thoughtfully examine their inner world so they can reconnect with purpose, clarity, and ease. I often work with business owners, high-demand professionals, parents, and single women exploring whether motherhood on their own is possible and right for them.
As a successful entrepreneur and solo mom on purpose, I’ve lived the paradox—outwardly accomplished, inwardly depleted. Over time, I recognized I was living through my roles, which led me off course from my true self. Stepping away from outdated patterns, I reconnected with what truly fuels me—and built a new, more meaningful rhythm for my 2nd half of life.
In our sessions, we go beyond talk. I blend deep therapeutic work with mind-body tools like hypnosis and guided inner work, helping you clear emotional clutter, reframe limiting beliefs, and return to a life rich with purpose, presence, and energy. I'll invite you to actively stretch into your next chapter—centered, aligned, and truly connected.
Call or Monika Sharma now for a free 15 minute consultation - (312) 955-1212

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Monika Sharma

Chicago, IL 60610

(312) 955-1212

1030 West North Avenue

Suite 409

Chicago, IL 60642 map

My website
I provide therapy, hypnosis, and/or coaching to adults in my Chicago office or virtually to adults in any PsyPact states: bit.ly/3XyL9Qh
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Life Coaching and Women's Issues 
$225 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (312) 955-1212
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Monika Sharma

Chicago, IL 60610

(312) 955-1212

1030 West North Avenue

Suite 409

Chicago, IL 60642 map

My website
I provide therapy, hypnosis, and/or coaching to adults in my Chicago office or virtually to adults in any PsyPact states: bit.ly/3XyL9Qh
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Life Coaching and Women's Issues 
$225 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $225

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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You'd like to use insurance to help pay for your sessions? No problem! I'll check your out-of-network benefits to see what portion of the session cost your plan will reimburse, then submit claims on your behalf. You won't have to hassle with filing claims and can focus on feeling better.
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD
Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 955-1212
"
You'd like to use insurance to help pay for your sessions? No problem! I'll check your out-of-network benefits to see what portion of the session cost your plan will reimburse, then submit claims on your behalf. You won't have to hassle with filing claims and can focus on feeling better.
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD
Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 955-1212

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 071006710 Monika Sharma
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 24 years
  • Attended Illinois School of Professional Psychology, Graduated 2000
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Jay Shetty Certification School 2024
  • Certificate from American Society of Clinical Hypnosis 2017
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I'm certified in hypnosis, holistic health counseling, and life coaching through Jay Shetty's Coaching School. I've over 25 yrs of experience supervising clinicians and teaching graduate students to view people holistically - from multiple angles, breadth, and depth. Sees clients in PsyPact states.
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD
Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 955-1212
"
I'm certified in hypnosis, holistic health counseling, and life coaching through Jay Shetty's Coaching School. I've over 25 yrs of experience supervising clinicians and teaching graduate students to view people holistically - from multiple angles, breadth, and depth. Sees clients in PsyPact states.
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD
Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 955-1212

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Life Coaching
  • Women's Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Hypnosis
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Peer Relationships
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Weight Loss
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I work with adults who struggle with burnout, grief, and loss (of a person, security, ability, or no longer recognizing oneself). I'll gently asked uncomfortable questions to increase your insight and self-determination. And you will be encouraged to try new behaviors between sessions so we're not just talking about problems but actively moving toward solutions. Always with grace, at your pace.
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD
Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 955-1212
"
I work with adults who struggle with burnout, grief, and loss (of a person, security, ability, or no longer recognizing oneself). I'll gently asked uncomfortable questions to increase your insight and self-determination. And you will be encouraged to try new behaviors between sessions so we're not just talking about problems but actively moving toward solutions. Always with grace, at your pace.
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD
Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 955-1212

14 Endorsements

Cynthia Bassuk
Cynthia Bassuk
CounselorMALCPCLMHC
Monika and her team at NVision You are smart and competent clinicians. I would recommend everyone on Monika's team based on her years of experience as a clinician and as a supportive and highly skilled supervisor.
Dr. Divya Jain
Dr. Divya Jain
PsychologistPsyD
Dr. Sharma cares deeply about the people she builds relationships with and is a constant source of support to all around her. You can't go wrong in choosing her as your therapist, mentor, or friend.
Kristina M Pecora
Kristina M Pecora
PsychologistPsyD
Monika is a friend as well as a colleague, and I feel confident referring clients to her. She is highly skilled, thoughtful, conscientious, and warm. She works well with a wide array of clients andneeds. You are in such good hands with her!
Lindsay Chapman
Lindsay Chapman
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSWCCTP-II
Monkia is the pinnacle of who I want to be "when I grow up": patient, gentle, altruistic, & honest. She helped build my self-confidence as a practitioner through constructive, graceful guidance. She's an A+ human who loves her colleagues and clients!
Masuma Rasheed
Masuma Rasheed
CounselorPhD
Monika is incredibly attuned & intuitive, she picks up on things quickly, sometimes before I've even found the words for them myself. Her presence is grounding, her insights are spot-on, & she creates a space that feels both safe and transformative.
Ilene Kastel
Ilene Kastel
CounselorLCPC
I highly recommend Dr. Sharma for anyone at a crossroads in life. She has incredible insight and immense empathy, creating a supportive space where you'll feel heard and understood. She's gifted at guiding clients toward clarity and real change.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Holistic Health Counseling
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Multicultural
  • Positive Psychology
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Transpersonal
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I'm trained in and comfortable using a variety of approaches. Your thoughts may be challenged through CBT, your feelings grounded through mindfulness, your stories re-examined through narrative therapies, your skills and coping strategies taught through practice, and your subconscious processes reprogrammed through hypnosis.
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD
Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 955-1212
"
I'm trained in and comfortable using a variety of approaches. Your thoughts may be challenged through CBT, your feelings grounded through mindfulness, your stories re-examined through narrative therapies, your skills and coping strategies taught through practice, and your subconscious processes reprogrammed through hypnosis.
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD
Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 955-1212

Location

Primary Location

Monika Sharma

Chicago, IL 60610

(312) 955-1212

Additional Location

1030 West North Avenue

Suite 409

Chicago, IL 60642

(312) 955-1212
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I provide therapy, hypnosis, and/or coaching to adults in my Chicago office or virtually to adults in any PsyPact states: bit.ly/3XyL9Qh
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD
Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (312) 955-1212
"
I provide therapy, hypnosis, and/or coaching to adults in my Chicago office or virtually to adults in any PsyPact states: bit.ly/3XyL9Qh
Photo of Monika Sharma, Psychologist, PsyD
Monika Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (312) 955-1212