Relational Therapists in Loop, Chicago, IL
Michael W Glavin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
In addition to treating the relationships themselves, I help individuals process the emotional turmoil - anxiety, depression, grief, anger, sadness - that can accompany relational distress.
Is a relationship causing you pain? As a relationship expert, I help both couples and individuals get what they truly need, either individually or through the relationship itself. I will help you (each) get in touch with what you're deeply wanting, and be able to express those desires in a healthy, positive way that others can hear. From this place of strength, fundamental transformation is possible, either to let go of a harmful relationship or to create a relationship that is vibrant and a source of sustaining joy.
In addition to treating the relationships themselves, I help individuals process the emotional turmoil - anxiety, depression, grief, anger, sadness - that can accompany relational distress.
Is a relationship causing you pain? As a relationship expert, I help both couples and individuals get what they truly need, either individually or through the relationship itself. I will help you (each) get in touch with what you're deeply wanting, and be able to express those desires in a healthy, positive way that others can hear. From this place of strength, fundamental transformation is possible, either to let go of a harmful relationship or to create a relationship that is vibrant and a source of sustaining joy.
Center for Relational Transformation
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
Welcome to the Center for Relational Transformation. We are a group of relationship experts who can help you with any relationship issue or any psychological issue that stems from relational difficulties (depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, PTSD, neglect, abuse). Based on what we now know from the latest research in neuroscience, deep healing on a fundamental level is possible. Instead of just treating symptoms, we can cue up and facilitate "corrective emotional experiences" that can profoundly heal past hurt and trauma for both individuals and couples. You don't need to suffer any longer.
Welcome to the Center for Relational Transformation. We are a group of relationship experts who can help you with any relationship issue or any psychological issue that stems from relational difficulties (depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, PTSD, neglect, abuse). Based on what we now know from the latest research in neuroscience, deep healing on a fundamental level is possible. Instead of just treating symptoms, we can cue up and facilitate "corrective emotional experiences" that can profoundly heal past hurt and trauma for both individuals and couples. You don't need to suffer any longer.
Amy M Berrafato
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
Healthy relationships are an essential ingredient to living your best life possible. No matter your relationship status, it’s important to have support as you navigate relational stressors within different life stages. I respect the vulnerability in reaching out for help. Perhaps you’re feeling stuck and disconnected from your partner. Or having a hard time understanding your relationship patterns. Maybe it’s difficult to express or manage your emotions. Learning who you are in relationships is a lifelong process! My therapeutic approach is direct, emotion-focused, and client-centered so we can walk through that process together.
Healthy relationships are an essential ingredient to living your best life possible. No matter your relationship status, it’s important to have support as you navigate relational stressors within different life stages. I respect the vulnerability in reaching out for help. Perhaps you’re feeling stuck and disconnected from your partner. Or having a hard time understanding your relationship patterns. Maybe it’s difficult to express or manage your emotions. Learning who you are in relationships is a lifelong process! My therapeutic approach is direct, emotion-focused, and client-centered so we can walk through that process together.
Devon Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
Life, though beautiful, is also marked by all sorts of suffering, and my job is to help you heal and grow from that. I am an attachment and trauma-informed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), who works with individuals, families, and couples, to address communication; couple and family conflict; relational and attachment trauma; infidelity; family of origin issues; self-development and identity; PTSD; depression; anxiety; and a host of other problems that arise in life.
Life, though beautiful, is also marked by all sorts of suffering, and my job is to help you heal and grow from that. I am an attachment and trauma-informed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), who works with individuals, families, and couples, to address communication; couple and family conflict; relational and attachment trauma; infidelity; family of origin issues; self-development and identity; PTSD; depression; anxiety; and a host of other problems that arise in life.
David L. Ciesla MS, MA, LCPC, P.C.
Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC, PC
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60601
My clinical experience includes treatment for anxiety, relational issues, depression, stress, loss, anger, sexuality, and career related issues.
I believe that individuals possess the knowledge and strength needed to create the changes they want in their lives. Clarity about new choices in our lives begins with accepting the feelings we are experiencing today. I focus on facilitating a supportive and collaborative relationship with my client to promote their insight about the feelings and events in their life. Clients are empowered to control the direction of their lives with new choices based out of the insights gained in treatment. I provide psychotherapy to individuals and couples motivated to the improvement of their self, their relationships, or their careers.
My clinical experience includes treatment for anxiety, relational issues, depression, stress, loss, anger, sexuality, and career related issues.
I believe that individuals possess the knowledge and strength needed to create the changes they want in their lives. Clarity about new choices in our lives begins with accepting the feelings we are experiencing today. I focus on facilitating a supportive and collaborative relationship with my client to promote their insight about the feelings and events in their life. Clients are empowered to control the direction of their lives with new choices based out of the insights gained in treatment. I provide psychotherapy to individuals and couples motivated to the improvement of their self, their relationships, or their careers.
Sharon M. Berlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
My therapeutic work is focused through a relational and attachment lens, while also teaching clients skills and techniques to help them cope.
Are you tired of feeling unfulfilled? Anxious? Depressed? Sometimes it is hard to know why we have difficult feelings and act in certain way. When you engage in therapy it will help you have more choices and live a satisfying, productive life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who offers therapy in a collaborative environment where we can work together to understand what is troubling you and identify the steps you can take towards realizing the life you envision.
My therapeutic work is focused through a relational and attachment lens, while also teaching clients skills and techniques to help them cope.
Are you tired of feeling unfulfilled? Anxious? Depressed? Sometimes it is hard to know why we have difficult feelings and act in certain way. When you engage in therapy it will help you have more choices and live a satisfying, productive life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who offers therapy in a collaborative environment where we can work together to understand what is troubling you and identify the steps you can take towards realizing the life you envision.
Erica Kaitz LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
Treatment is about promoting change, and this change must come from within. I ask a great deal from clients when I ask them to change; this journey requires both the client and myself to work collaboratively and deeply. While my therapeutic approach is greatly influenced by psychoanalysis and relational therapy, I also employ aspects of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, specifically, the principle of radical genuineness to build rapport with my clients. I aim to provide my clients the space to explore underlying feelings, thought processes and behaviors, and the support needed to engage with the therapy process.
Treatment is about promoting change, and this change must come from within. I ask a great deal from clients when I ask them to change; this journey requires both the client and myself to work collaboratively and deeply. While my therapeutic approach is greatly influenced by psychoanalysis and relational therapy, I also employ aspects of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, specifically, the principle of radical genuineness to build rapport with my clients. I aim to provide my clients the space to explore underlying feelings, thought processes and behaviors, and the support needed to engage with the therapy process.
Klaudia Badr
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
My focus is in supporting individuals and couples seeking to address emotional concerns, trauma, self-esteem issues, and relational difficulties.
I take a deepening approach towards therapy as to explore your inner world and how it has been shaped by your early relationships and experiences. Through self-understanding, I believe you can release ties to long-standing conflicts and position yourself towards experiences that are personally meaningful and fulfilling.
My focus is in supporting individuals and couples seeking to address emotional concerns, trauma, self-esteem issues, and relational difficulties.
I take a deepening approach towards therapy as to explore your inner world and how it has been shaped by your early relationships and experiences. Through self-understanding, I believe you can release ties to long-standing conflicts and position yourself towards experiences that are personally meaningful and fulfilling.
Alex Ragsdale
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
Waitlist for new clients
As a relational therapist, I focus on supporting and witnessing clients in finding healing, connection, conflict resolution, and repair to ultimately build a life and relationships that honor their values and imagination. Therapy is an opportunity for liberation from dominant social narratives that don’t work for us as individuals or in our relationships, and I recognize the intergenerational and ongoing trauma of struggling against those dominant narratives. All relationships can benefit from this lens – whether they're romantic, platonic, brand new, long-term, with others, or with parts of yourself.
As a relational therapist, I focus on supporting and witnessing clients in finding healing, connection, conflict resolution, and repair to ultimately build a life and relationships that honor their values and imagination. Therapy is an opportunity for liberation from dominant social narratives that don’t work for us as individuals or in our relationships, and I recognize the intergenerational and ongoing trauma of struggling against those dominant narratives. All relationships can benefit from this lens – whether they're romantic, platonic, brand new, long-term, with others, or with parts of yourself.
Rachel Vaughn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60601 (Online Only)
Seeking therapy can sometimes feel daunting. My goal is to help guide and support you though whatever life stressors you may be experiencing in an open, caring, non-judgmental environment. I describe my approach as collaborative, authentic, and relational, and strive to prioritize cultivating a strong therapeutic relationship with clients.
Seeking therapy can sometimes feel daunting. My goal is to help guide and support you though whatever life stressors you may be experiencing in an open, caring, non-judgmental environment. I describe my approach as collaborative, authentic, and relational, and strive to prioritize cultivating a strong therapeutic relationship with clients.
Yojana Veeramasuneni
Psychologist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
I hold a psychodynamic orientation which is based on an interactive learning and relational model that nurtures self-reflection in clients.
I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in Political Science and my Masters in Arts: Social Work from the University of Chicago. I received my doctorate in clinical psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I am a licensed clinical social worker and have worked in many settings from community mental health and crisis intervention to victim advocacy. I am a trained medical/legal sexual assault advocate and a trained domestic violence counselor. I completed my psychology internship at the Cambridge Health Alliance/Harvard Medical School in a program in Asian Mental Health and Child Psychotherapy.
I hold a psychodynamic orientation which is based on an interactive learning and relational model that nurtures self-reflection in clients.
I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in Political Science and my Masters in Arts: Social Work from the University of Chicago. I received my doctorate in clinical psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I am a licensed clinical social worker and have worked in many settings from community mental health and crisis intervention to victim advocacy. I am a trained medical/legal sexual assault advocate and a trained domestic violence counselor. I completed my psychology internship at the Cambridge Health Alliance/Harvard Medical School in a program in Asian Mental Health and Child Psychotherapy.
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Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
In addition to relational psychotherapy, I offer integrating mindfulness meditation, somatic therapy, somatic touch therapy, yoga therapy, eating for your body type, and other holistic healing practices.
At some point in our lives, we all encounter difficulties. These hard times may be related to our relationships, past or current traumas, work challenges, health problems, among others. My approach is to focus on the entire person, mind, body, and spirit. This involves taking a holistic view of the client and integrating healing practices for all facets of your being. My first goal is to get to know you and co-create a healing plan for you. I will partner with you to find what works best for you.
In addition to relational psychotherapy, I offer integrating mindfulness meditation, somatic therapy, somatic touch therapy, yoga therapy, eating for your body type, and other holistic healing practices.
At some point in our lives, we all encounter difficulties. These hard times may be related to our relationships, past or current traumas, work challenges, health problems, among others. My approach is to focus on the entire person, mind, body, and spirit. This involves taking a holistic view of the client and integrating healing practices for all facets of your being. My first goal is to get to know you and co-create a healing plan for you. I will partner with you to find what works best for you.
Katharine Joy Houpt
Counselor, MAAT, ATR-BC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60604
If you are feeling stuck, I can be a guide in helping you find movement in your life. I will work with you to better understand your body and mind's ways of knowing. We may use creative practices like artmaking and body awareness along with discussion. Based on your goals, we will find what works best for you. I use a relational approach with a dash of humor in my practice, making space for both the hard things and the good stuff in life. Therapy should help you to feel that range more deeply, to feel you have options, and to feel capable of knowing what you need.
If you are feeling stuck, I can be a guide in helping you find movement in your life. I will work with you to better understand your body and mind's ways of knowing. We may use creative practices like artmaking and body awareness along with discussion. Based on your goals, we will find what works best for you. I use a relational approach with a dash of humor in my practice, making space for both the hard things and the good stuff in life. Therapy should help you to feel that range more deeply, to feel you have options, and to feel capable of knowing what you need.
Christine Leone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60601 (Online Only)
My integrative approach blends EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and relational therapy to help you release self-sabotaging beliefs, heal your nervous system, and reclaim your purpose and/or identities.
I am a liberation-focused Latina EMDR therapist and I help to empower individuals on their journey toward inner healing, reclaiming their authentic power and a deeper sense of connection. While my practice centers BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ identities, I am affirming of neurodiversity and warmly welcome all seeking healing and self-discovery. If you feel burdened by expectations, feel unseen, disconnected, or lost, I’m here to listen and hold space for you. Together, we will venture beneath the surface of your experiences to explore the "why" behind your feelings and behaviors and uproot the limiting beliefs to bring you more inner peace.
My integrative approach blends EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and relational therapy to help you release self-sabotaging beliefs, heal your nervous system, and reclaim your purpose and/or identities.
I am a liberation-focused Latina EMDR therapist and I help to empower individuals on their journey toward inner healing, reclaiming their authentic power and a deeper sense of connection. While my practice centers BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ identities, I am affirming of neurodiversity and warmly welcome all seeking healing and self-discovery. If you feel burdened by expectations, feel unseen, disconnected, or lost, I’m here to listen and hold space for you. Together, we will venture beneath the surface of your experiences to explore the "why" behind your feelings and behaviors and uproot the limiting beliefs to bring you more inner peace.
Kurt Stevens
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60601 (Online Only)
My therapeutic style is warm, relational, insight-oriented, and collaborative.
Are you feeling dissatisfied and frustrated with yourself, your personal relationships, and/or your career at this time? Have you attempted to resolve such concerns on your own or with the assistance of important others but only made limited progress? If so, it might be a good time to consider participating in therapy with a trained professional to assist you in making the meaningful changes in yourself and your life that you desire. I specialize in helping young and middle-aged adults address their personal, vocational identity, and interpersonal related concerns.
My therapeutic style is warm, relational, insight-oriented, and collaborative.
Are you feeling dissatisfied and frustrated with yourself, your personal relationships, and/or your career at this time? Have you attempted to resolve such concerns on your own or with the assistance of important others but only made limited progress? If so, it might be a good time to consider participating in therapy with a trained professional to assist you in making the meaningful changes in yourself and your life that you desire. I specialize in helping young and middle-aged adults address their personal, vocational identity, and interpersonal related concerns.
Ana C Chávez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
My clinical work is grounded in relational, cultural, and trauma-informed practices. Creating a safe and empathetic therapeutic relationship is essential to me, as it lays the foundation for building insight and fostering self-compassion in my clients. I deeply value the opportunity to collaborate closely with you, ensuring that your life resonates with your aspirations and dreams. I look forward to your call! I do provide a free 15 minute chat/consultation.
My clinical work is grounded in relational, cultural, and trauma-informed practices. Creating a safe and empathetic therapeutic relationship is essential to me, as it lays the foundation for building insight and fostering self-compassion in my clients. I deeply value the opportunity to collaborate closely with you, ensuring that your life resonates with your aspirations and dreams. I look forward to your call! I do provide a free 15 minute chat/consultation.
Hima Sarma
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, JD, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
Trained in Couple and Family Therapy, I integrate a variety of systemic and relational models to empower clients on their transformative journeys.
Guided by a strengths-based and client-centered philosophy, I believe in the inherent capacity of every individual to navigate their life journey with resilience and empowerment. My therapeutic style is marked by its accepting, directive, and empowering nature. My passion lies in working with both couples and individuals, as I recognize that cultivating healthy relationships, in all aspects of life, is a cornerstone of personal well-being. As a South Asian therapist, I am also driven to normalize therapy within my community, advocating for the power of open communication and shared experiences.
Trained in Couple and Family Therapy, I integrate a variety of systemic and relational models to empower clients on their transformative journeys.
Guided by a strengths-based and client-centered philosophy, I believe in the inherent capacity of every individual to navigate their life journey with resilience and empowerment. My therapeutic style is marked by its accepting, directive, and empowering nature. My passion lies in working with both couples and individuals, as I recognize that cultivating healthy relationships, in all aspects of life, is a cornerstone of personal well-being. As a South Asian therapist, I am also driven to normalize therapy within my community, advocating for the power of open communication and shared experiences.
Taylor Mizuno-Moore
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, EDD(C)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60603 (Online Only)
Taylor is a queer, biracial (Japanese/American), psychotherapist. She received graduate clinical training at Northwestern University, Yale University, and the University of Southern California. In the therapy room, she integrates psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, relational, and emotion-focused therapy while exploring both the individual and how the system at large plays into the narratives we carry. Informed by her work as a professional musician for over 25 years, Taylor enjoys working with artists, musicians, actors/actresses, and other folks working in a variety of creative fields.
Taylor is a queer, biracial (Japanese/American), psychotherapist. She received graduate clinical training at Northwestern University, Yale University, and the University of Southern California. In the therapy room, she integrates psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, relational, and emotion-focused therapy while exploring both the individual and how the system at large plays into the narratives we carry. Informed by her work as a professional musician for over 25 years, Taylor enjoys working with artists, musicians, actors/actresses, and other folks working in a variety of creative fields.
Crystal Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60605
I utilize a relational lens to examine how individuals carry their earliest experiences with them all their lives.
As we grow and develop as humans, we often find ourselves confronted by issues from the past – issues we may have thought long-resolved. These issues can manifest in our relationship dynamics, our perceptions about ourselves, and our means of coping with our environment. My role is to join you in confronting these things so that you can integrate and learn the lessons these past experiences are meant to teach you. In our work together, you are the expert. You decide what your experiences mean and how they impact the person you are.
I utilize a relational lens to examine how individuals carry their earliest experiences with them all their lives.
As we grow and develop as humans, we often find ourselves confronted by issues from the past – issues we may have thought long-resolved. These issues can manifest in our relationship dynamics, our perceptions about ourselves, and our means of coping with our environment. My role is to join you in confronting these things so that you can integrate and learn the lessons these past experiences are meant to teach you. In our work together, you are the expert. You decide what your experiences mean and how they impact the person you are.
Jennifer L. Rolnick
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
My clinical practice focuses on individual therapy and psychological and psycho-educational testing with children, adolescents, and adults. My areas of expertise include trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, and life transitions. I use an insight-oriented, relational approach with an emphasis on collaboration, connection, and empowerment. The therapeutic relationship facilitates growth by identifying and exploring both past and present patterns that keep people feeling stuck. I see therapy as a collaborative effort that allows people observe and more deeply understand themselves, their relationship patterns, and their characteristic ways of thinking and feeling.
My clinical practice focuses on individual therapy and psychological and psycho-educational testing with children, adolescents, and adults. My areas of expertise include trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, and life transitions. I use an insight-oriented, relational approach with an emphasis on collaboration, connection, and empowerment. The therapeutic relationship facilitates growth by identifying and exploring both past and present patterns that keep people feeling stuck. I see therapy as a collaborative effort that allows people observe and more deeply understand themselves, their relationship patterns, and their characteristic ways of thinking and feeling.
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Relational Therapists
How does relational therapy work?
Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.
Is relational therapy evidence-based?
Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.
How long are people typically in relational therapy?
Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.
Does relational therapy work?
While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.