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Michelle Wong
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60301
I am an active advocate in promoting and supporting mental health for Asian, Asian-American, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community.
Hello! My name is Michelle Wong (she/hers) and I’m a provisionally licensed therapist at Innovative Counseling Partners PLLC in Oak Park. I received my training and Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University. My approach to the therapeutic process is integrative and I create a non-judgmental, safe, fruitful, healthy, and fun relationship. I value empathic understanding, compassion, diversity, and creativity.
I am an active advocate in promoting and supporting mental health for Asian, Asian-American, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community.
Hello! My name is Michelle Wong (she/hers) and I’m a provisionally licensed therapist at Innovative Counseling Partners PLLC in Oak Park. I received my training and Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University. My approach to the therapeutic process is integrative and I create a non-judgmental, safe, fruitful, healthy, and fun relationship. I value empathic understanding, compassion, diversity, and creativity.
I have found great joy in serving under the umbrella of Behavioral Health. I began my professional journey as a mental health counselor at Allendale Associates in 2013. I was passionate about my discipline, but I quickly realized the need to explore the correlation between behavior, trauma, and family in order to become more effective in my service and purpose. Additionally, the nexus of disciplines inherent in this helping profession, fuels my unequivocal appreciation for the dynamics of the home life and its impact on the youth; hence, I became a Certified Parent Educator and Licensed Professional Counselor.
I have found great joy in serving under the umbrella of Behavioral Health. I began my professional journey as a mental health counselor at Allendale Associates in 2013. I was passionate about my discipline, but I quickly realized the need to explore the correlation between behavior, trauma, and family in order to become more effective in my service and purpose. Additionally, the nexus of disciplines inherent in this helping profession, fuels my unequivocal appreciation for the dynamics of the home life and its impact on the youth; hence, I became a Certified Parent Educator and Licensed Professional Counselor.
Therapy can be intimidating to many people. I don't believe in having a "diagnosis" in order to justify therapy... there are benefits to even the most mentally strong. Much like cars need a tune up, people need to often make mental health a priority! Whether it be a major life change, difficulty in relationships, or feeling like something is missing...
Therapy can be intimidating to many people. I don't believe in having a "diagnosis" in order to justify therapy... there are benefits to even the most mentally strong. Much like cars need a tune up, people need to often make mental health a priority! Whether it be a major life change, difficulty in relationships, or feeling like something is missing...
In my work, I enjoy discussing anxiety, culture, depression, relationships, sexuality, and complex trauma. We employ an integrative approach to therapy, utilizing insight-oriented, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness strategies. We will work together to reach goals, foster insight, and cultivate skills. Let's discuss how therapy could benefit your life.
In my work, I enjoy discussing anxiety, culture, depression, relationships, sexuality, and complex trauma. We employ an integrative approach to therapy, utilizing insight-oriented, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness strategies. We will work together to reach goals, foster insight, and cultivate skills. Let's discuss how therapy could benefit your life.
Erlinda A de la Torre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, CTP, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60563
Are you feeling depressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? Do you often feel alone in your struggle, like people don't get it? When we face emotional or mental health struggles such as anxiety depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief, loss, and past trauma, it can make us feel alone, lost, and hopeless. I want you to know, you are not alone, and there is help.
Are you feeling depressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? Do you often feel alone in your struggle, like people don't get it? When we face emotional or mental health struggles such as anxiety depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief, loss, and past trauma, it can make us feel alone, lost, and hopeless. I want you to know, you are not alone, and there is help.
Valerie A Jencks
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60563
With over 30 years of clinical experience, Valerie takes a collaborative and direct approach to effectively create a safe space for families who face issues associated with chronic illness, divorce, eating disorders and addiction recovery. Some situations are best handled with traditional “talk” therapies, while other concerns may need more active interventions to modify an unproductive behavior pattern or lifestyle.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, Valerie takes a collaborative and direct approach to effectively create a safe space for families who face issues associated with chronic illness, divorce, eating disorders and addiction recovery. Some situations are best handled with traditional “talk” therapies, while other concerns may need more active interventions to modify an unproductive behavior pattern or lifestyle.
I am a career social worker who has worked in richly diverse practice settings for 40 years. I can help address generalized anxiety, depression, grief and relationship challenges. I offer mostly solution focused and thus forward facing intervention to help you address your current distress. I prefer cognitive based approaches that address thinking distortions that often contribute to painful feelings and troubling behaviors.
I am a career social worker who has worked in richly diverse practice settings for 40 years. I can help address generalized anxiety, depression, grief and relationship challenges. I offer mostly solution focused and thus forward facing intervention to help you address your current distress. I prefer cognitive based approaches that address thinking distortions that often contribute to painful feelings and troubling behaviors.
Angela Maria Gervacio
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60563
As a licensed professional counselor, I work mainly with adolescents and adults suffering with anxiety and depression. I also work with those grieving the loss of a loved one, and those adjusting to changes in their lives. I believe you carry the power and ability to effect change in your life. I am here to help guide you and provide you with tools and resources so that you can make positive, lifelong changes in your life.
As a licensed professional counselor, I work mainly with adolescents and adults suffering with anxiety and depression. I also work with those grieving the loss of a loved one, and those adjusting to changes in their lives. I believe you carry the power and ability to effect change in your life. I am here to help guide you and provide you with tools and resources so that you can make positive, lifelong changes in your life.
Elisha-Rio Pineda Apilado
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bolingbrook, IL 60490
I am a clinical art therapist guiding individuals through their identity crises with confidence, helping them shed the weight of external expectations and embrace authenticity. Having earned dual master’s degrees in counseling and art therapy from Adler University in Chicago, I meet you where they are, offering encouragement as you discover and build upon your strengths. Clients seek me out because they’re tired of holding back in relationships and yearn for empowerment in shaping a life that truly reflects their own essence.
I am a clinical art therapist guiding individuals through their identity crises with confidence, helping them shed the weight of external expectations and embrace authenticity. Having earned dual master’s degrees in counseling and art therapy from Adler University in Chicago, I meet you where they are, offering encouragement as you discover and build upon your strengths. Clients seek me out because they’re tired of holding back in relationships and yearn for empowerment in shaping a life that truly reflects their own essence.
Journey to Wellness and Balance Counseling, Ltd.
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Schaumburg, IL 60173
I am dedicated to providing my clients a safe and supportive environment so that the process of change and growth begins. I encourage my clients to engage in self-exploration so that they will come to a deeper understanding of themselves. Together we will identify healthier ways to cope with the thoughts, feelings and life circumstances that are causing you discomfort.
I am dedicated to providing my clients a safe and supportive environment so that the process of change and growth begins. I encourage my clients to engage in self-exploration so that they will come to a deeper understanding of themselves. Together we will identify healthier ways to cope with the thoughts, feelings and life circumstances that are causing you discomfort.
Chicago Mental Health Institute
Counselor, PhD, NCC, LCPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Riverwoods, IL 60015
Dr. Oksoon Cho is the founder of the Chicago Mental Health Institute (CMHI) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a counselor educator, and clinical supervisor. Her approach is integrative with Multicultural Counseling, Client-Centered, CBT, Mindfulness, Trauma-Focused, EMDR, Strength-Based, and play therapy. CMHI provides in-person sessions and telemental health services for culturally diverse clients in English and Korean. To meet our professional team, visit www.KOREANcounseling.com and www.CHICAGOmhi.com.
Dr. Oksoon Cho is the founder of the Chicago Mental Health Institute (CMHI) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a counselor educator, and clinical supervisor. Her approach is integrative with Multicultural Counseling, Client-Centered, CBT, Mindfulness, Trauma-Focused, EMDR, Strength-Based, and play therapy. CMHI provides in-person sessions and telemental health services for culturally diverse clients in English and Korean. To meet our professional team, visit www.KOREANcounseling.com and www.CHICAGOmhi.com.
Joshua Won
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
Waitlist for new clients
As a queer, Asian-American who was raised in a religious immigrant home, I empathize with the struggles of reconciling cultural conflicts and diverging identities. My therapeutic space offers safety and support for exploring your inner self, thoughts, feelings, and relationships. I'll guide you to a deeper self-awareness, helping you understand how your identities and values shape your realities. My role is to create a secure environment for you to navigate your discomforts, challenge negative thoughts, and reshape old narratives. I want you to walk away feeling empowered to overcome life's challenges with strength and resilience.
As a queer, Asian-American who was raised in a religious immigrant home, I empathize with the struggles of reconciling cultural conflicts and diverging identities. My therapeutic space offers safety and support for exploring your inner self, thoughts, feelings, and relationships. I'll guide you to a deeper self-awareness, helping you understand how your identities and values shape your realities. My role is to create a secure environment for you to navigate your discomforts, challenge negative thoughts, and reshape old narratives. I want you to walk away feeling empowered to overcome life's challenges with strength and resilience.
When reaching out can feel intimidating and difficult, the therapists at Authentic Growth Wellness Group will provide you with an approachable and comfortable experience. We get how hard it can be to begin and engage in this endeavor, and, therefore, we possess a deep empathy and enriched understanding from which we can professionally, ethically, and effectively support our clients initiate and engage in a trajectory of healing from which they will courageously grow.
When reaching out can feel intimidating and difficult, the therapists at Authentic Growth Wellness Group will provide you with an approachable and comfortable experience. We get how hard it can be to begin and engage in this endeavor, and, therefore, we possess a deep empathy and enriched understanding from which we can professionally, ethically, and effectively support our clients initiate and engage in a trajectory of healing from which they will courageously grow.
I have experience working with diverse individuals across all age groups and a passion for working with emerging adults who are navigating and coping with life's stresses. Picture a safe, non-judgmental, and warm therapy space where we could collaborate and work on your goals, explore and process your thoughts and emotions, discover your authentic self, and find strengths and resilience in your life journey. I listen actively and empathically, provide emotional support and validation, and use different therapeutic interventions based on your presenting concerns.
I have experience working with diverse individuals across all age groups and a passion for working with emerging adults who are navigating and coping with life's stresses. Picture a safe, non-judgmental, and warm therapy space where we could collaborate and work on your goals, explore and process your thoughts and emotions, discover your authentic self, and find strengths and resilience in your life journey. I listen actively and empathically, provide emotional support and validation, and use different therapeutic interventions based on your presenting concerns.
My ideal client is open and brave enough to share about themselves. I have a passion for supporting and empowering parents, women, teens, and emerging adults/college students. My goal for you is better relationships, more self-compassion, and self-awareness.
My ideal client is open and brave enough to share about themselves. I have a passion for supporting and empowering parents, women, teens, and emerging adults/college students. My goal for you is better relationships, more self-compassion, and self-awareness.
Hello, I’m Yi, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. Life can sometimes present us with challenges that feel overwhelming, leaving us anxious, depressed, lonely, or hopeless. During these moments, it can seem as if everything is out of control. My goal is to walk alongside you on your therapeutic journey, helping you rediscover your strengths and resources during these difficult times. As a counselor, I am committed to creating a safe, genuine, and supportive environment that fosters personal growth, confidence, and resilience.
Hello, I’m Yi, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. Life can sometimes present us with challenges that feel overwhelming, leaving us anxious, depressed, lonely, or hopeless. During these moments, it can seem as if everything is out of control. My goal is to walk alongside you on your therapeutic journey, helping you rediscover your strengths and resources during these difficult times. As a counselor, I am committed to creating a safe, genuine, and supportive environment that fosters personal growth, confidence, and resilience.
My focus and passion is to help individuals, couples, and families reach their greatest potential and reclaim their sense of well-being emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. I work with individuals to help them overcome and conquer anxiety, depression, loss/grief, chronic stress, relational conflicts, and trauma. I encourage you to come, thrive, and conquer.
My focus and passion is to help individuals, couples, and families reach their greatest potential and reclaim their sense of well-being emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. I work with individuals to help them overcome and conquer anxiety, depression, loss/grief, chronic stress, relational conflicts, and trauma. I encourage you to come, thrive, and conquer.
I enjoy working with individuals navigating their anxiety, feelings of walking between two cultural worlds, complex grief & loss, depression, family dynamics, forced displacement, gender identity, intergenerational trauma, all life stage transitions, spirituality, & relationship with a breast cancer diagnosis. With a trauma-focused & intersectional lens, I primarily work with adolescents, young adults & elderly people from AAPI, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, immigrant & refugee communities. I focus on 1.5 and 2nd generation Filipino/a/x & South Asian American Immigrants, young adults with breast cancer & older adults chronic comorbidities.
I enjoy working with individuals navigating their anxiety, feelings of walking between two cultural worlds, complex grief & loss, depression, family dynamics, forced displacement, gender identity, intergenerational trauma, all life stage transitions, spirituality, & relationship with a breast cancer diagnosis. With a trauma-focused & intersectional lens, I primarily work with adolescents, young adults & elderly people from AAPI, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, immigrant & refugee communities. I focus on 1.5 and 2nd generation Filipino/a/x & South Asian American Immigrants, young adults with breast cancer & older adults chronic comorbidities.
Dr. Irene Liem
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Waitlist for new clients
My life mission is to help individuals and couples grow and achieve their fullest potential. Since a young age, I have found myself drawn to listening to and helping others. I utilize an integrative approach to working with clients. Every client is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet the particular needs of every client. You will find a supportive and caring environment that allows you to explore your emotions, experiences, and challenges during our sessions together. My passion is to serve couples, racial and ethnic minorities, immigrants, and the elderly with anxiety, depression, relationship distress, and PTSD symptoms.
My life mission is to help individuals and couples grow and achieve their fullest potential. Since a young age, I have found myself drawn to listening to and helping others. I utilize an integrative approach to working with clients. Every client is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet the particular needs of every client. You will find a supportive and caring environment that allows you to explore your emotions, experiences, and challenges during our sessions together. My passion is to serve couples, racial and ethnic minorities, immigrants, and the elderly with anxiety, depression, relationship distress, and PTSD symptoms.
The Good Life
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Evanston, IL 60202 (Online Only)
Vanessa is a dedicated therapist in Chicago, holding a master's degree in Clinical Psychology and licensures as a Board Certified Dance Movement (BC-DMT) Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and is completing her doctorate in Expressive Arts Therapy. Vanessa radiates warmth and spunk. It’s not unusual for her clients to experience an array of emotions: crying, laughter, sadness, and hope; all within a single session.
Vanessa is a dedicated therapist in Chicago, holding a master's degree in Clinical Psychology and licensures as a Board Certified Dance Movement (BC-DMT) Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and is completing her doctorate in Expressive Arts Therapy. Vanessa radiates warmth and spunk. It’s not unusual for her clients to experience an array of emotions: crying, laughter, sadness, and hope; all within a single session.
