
Dr. Nicole Velez-Pagan
Psychologist, PsyD (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Chicago, IL 60611
Let's Connect (312) 380-9041

I’m a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in psychotherapy and psychological testing for the Latinx/Hispanic and LGBTQIA+ communities in Illinois. As a Latina, I’m passionate about supporting individuals and couples as they navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, acculturation stress, and complex relationship dynamics within diverse cultural contexts. My goal is to create a warm, welcoming space where you feel truly heard and respected. Using evidence-based practices and a culturally responsive approach, I am here to guide you on your path toward self-discovery, healing, and well-being.
I have a strong background in supporting individuals from diverse underserved communities, including women, immigrants, veterans, and members of the Latinx/Hispanic and LGBTQIA+ groups, addressing the unique challenges they face. Additionally, I specialize in working with couples, providing an inclusive and affirming approach to many relationship dynamics.
If you're ready to take the next step towards positive change, I invite you to contact me. Together, we can work towards enhancing your well-being and achieving your therapeutic goals. I look forward to the opportunity to support you on your journey towards healing and growth!
Call or Email Dr. Nicole Velez-Pagan now for a free 15 minute consultation - (312) 380-9041
Let's Connect (312) 380-9041

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $225
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield

Dr. Nicole Velez-Pagan
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 380-9041
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 071011159 Nicole Velez-Pagan
- In Practice for 8 years
- Attended Carlos Albizu University, PsyD in Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2022
- Licensed by State of Illinois / 071011159
- Membership with American Psychological Association 2024
- Membership with Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse (ATSA) 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Peer Relationships
- Psychosis
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Feminist
- Gottman Method
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Additional Location
Reconnect Psychotherapy, PLLC
Peoria, IL 61614
(312) 380-9041