Therapists in Chicago, IL
Fatma Aydin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60654 (Online Only)
It is often difficult to ask for support in the face of life’s challenges, and I appreciate you taking this step! I work with young adults and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, and identity and self-esteem concerns, among others. My goal is to create a comfortable and safe space where we work collaboratively to help you face those challenges and make the changes you desire to live a more fulfilling life. We all have vulnerabilities, and strengths we often don’t realize. I therefore work with my clients to build on their strengths and resilience, and develop self-compassion.
It is often difficult to ask for support in the face of life’s challenges, and I appreciate you taking this step! I work with young adults and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, and identity and self-esteem concerns, among others. My goal is to create a comfortable and safe space where we work collaboratively to help you face those challenges and make the changes you desire to live a more fulfilling life. We all have vulnerabilities, and strengths we often don’t realize. I therefore work with my clients to build on their strengths and resilience, and develop self-compassion.
Psychological Evaluations for Immigration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661
Do you need an affordable psychological evaluation for your immigration case? We understand these services can be expensive and that is why we offer affordable fees. We specialize in conducting Immigration Evaluations for Hardship Waiver, VAWA, U Visa, T Visa, Cancellation, and N-648 cases. Our evaluations are completed in a timely fashion by a bilingual (Chinese)Licensed Therapist. We also work with clients who speak other languages, including Spanish, Russian, French, Arabic, Cambodian, Urdu, Telugu, Gujarati, Vietnamese, Kirundi, and Farsi through professional interpreters.
Do you need an affordable psychological evaluation for your immigration case? We understand these services can be expensive and that is why we offer affordable fees. We specialize in conducting Immigration Evaluations for Hardship Waiver, VAWA, U Visa, T Visa, Cancellation, and N-648 cases. Our evaluations are completed in a timely fashion by a bilingual (Chinese)Licensed Therapist. We also work with clients who speak other languages, including Spanish, Russian, French, Arabic, Cambodian, Urdu, Telugu, Gujarati, Vietnamese, Kirundi, and Farsi through professional interpreters.
Online Therapists
Merve Senalan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, IL 60045
To my wonderful clients, whether you're a woman in the midst of life's complexities, carrying the weight of transitions, trauma, or inner battles seeking a counselor yourself, or parents seeking a counselor for a child navigating unique challenges with neurodivergence, school, social situations, or family changes, know this: you're not alone. You seek understanding, hope, and resilience. Your desire for healing and authentic growth inspires me every day. Together, we'll uncover the paths to brighter tomorrows, building bridges toward lasting well-being and a future filled with joy and self-discovery.
To my wonderful clients, whether you're a woman in the midst of life's complexities, carrying the weight of transitions, trauma, or inner battles seeking a counselor yourself, or parents seeking a counselor for a child navigating unique challenges with neurodivergence, school, social situations, or family changes, know this: you're not alone. You seek understanding, hope, and resilience. Your desire for healing and authentic growth inspires me every day. Together, we'll uncover the paths to brighter tomorrows, building bridges toward lasting well-being and a future filled with joy and self-discovery.
Arzygul Orazova
LPC Intern, BA, MHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Chicago, IL 60185
I find essential that my clients feel safe and heard. I strive to display empathy and multicultural competency. It is important for me to create a nonjudgmental space for clients to form a collaborative approach to meet each unique individual's needs in therapeutic relationship.
I find essential that my clients feel safe and heard. I strive to display empathy and multicultural competency. It is important for me to create a nonjudgmental space for clients to form a collaborative approach to meet each unique individual's needs in therapeutic relationship.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.