Therapists in Chicago, IL

Are you struggling with setting boundaries with yourself and others? Do you feel like there is a gap between where you currently are and what you want in life? As a Licensed Social Worker, I am committed to helping individuals overcome their mental health challenges and live fulfilling lives. I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, racial and cultural identity, relationships, stress management, life transitions, setting boundaries, and self-esteem.

People are able to make positive changes in their lives. Do you find yourself unhappy, depressed or anxious? Does it feel that no matter what you have tried, nothing changes? I help clients in positively addressing unhelpful patterns and to become unstuck from negative emotions and life situations.

Feeling stuck and at a loss at how to move forward? Overwhelmed by the demands and pressures of daily life? Dragged down by uncertainty following a major transition or change? Life's twists and turns can be tough to navigate alone, and it takes immense courage to acknowledge when you're feeling stuck. With unconditional acceptance, my goal is to support and guide you in an exploration of your inner strengths to develop coping strategies and identify what is truly meaningful to you.

Do you feel “stuck” in cycles of unwanted patterns and feel unsure of how to get out? Perhaps you’re dealing with relationship conflicts, difficult life transitions, or consistently putting yourself last. My intention as a therapist is to walk alongside and empower my clients with the tools, insight, and compassion to help heal the mind, body, and spirit. I am here to meet you exactly where you are, as exactly who you are, to help navigate through all of life's obstacles.

I am a dedicated Licensed Social Worker with a passion for helping individuals, couples and families achieve their mental health and well-being goals. I hold a degree from Michigan State University and have accumulated a wide range of experience in the field of mental health care. My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in evidence-based practices and a client-centered philosophy.

I have a strong belief in the human spirit, and that individuals inherently possess the ability to make very powerful changes in their lives. I help to provide effective tools for transforming negative self-talk into a more motivating and inspiring internal process. I gently challenge habitual emotional reactions that tend to hijack a person's ability to think clearly. Once a person is able to manage these struggles a bit better, he/she/they are able to achieve better emotional regulation and make optimal choices toward personal growth and well-being.

Everybody has issues in their life and could use a helpful someone to talk to. Sometimes our struggles go beyond the help of a friend or family member. It takes courage to reach out and I do not take that lightly. Primarily using CBT (cognitive-behavioral) and CCT (client-centered) therapies I help you navigate life's challenges. I let the session happen naturally and you get to talk about whatever is on your mind. You will never have to go anywhere you are not ready to go. I am here to walk beside you in your journey.

I believe that therapy is an opportunity for growth and healing. I offer a safe, responsive environment that builds on the coping methods, survival strategies, and the inner wisdom that you have already implemented in your life. I place an emphasis on assisting people in advocating for themselves, which sometimes comes in the shape of creating healthier boundaries or learning how to better communicate your needs. We all deserve to move through life being loved for who we are.

I believe that every individual is unique, and that starting therapy can be difficult no matter your age. A person’s mental health is very important, and while it can be burdensome to start the process of improving it, reaching out for support is an important first step. I want to make the process of finding a therapist that works for you easy and painless. Even if I end up not being the right fit, I will help to find someone who I believe will work well with you and your needs.

Life is messy and sometimes we need a little help dealing with the pain, confusion, and stress of it all. I am here to do that with you! I will seek to help you feel supported as we collaborate to identify your goals and engage with new tools and explore new strategies to help you better cope with life’s inevitable challenges. We will start where you are at, and I promise to accept and affirm your journey and identities. I will approach each session with empathy, passion, engagement, and openness.

I am licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) who has been providing counseling to individuals and families since 2000. My personal intention for working with you, and all of my clients, is to approach therapy from a holistic perspective. A holistic perspective looks at the mind, body, and spirit with the goal of bringing these aspects of self into harmony. My primary goal is to help you foster your own inner strength to create the life you want. You may find that the therapy process cultivates more peace in your life or changes the way you want to live. I am currently focusing on individuals only.

As you begin your journey in therapy, let me walk you briefly through my journey. I have experience providing services in community-based settings, schools, and hospitals. I am certified as a trauma-informed yoga practitioner and as a Racial Healing Circle practitioner through TRHT. I value the benefit of integrating these practices with therapy to enhance a holistic healing. In my personal and professional life, I value self-care and self-compassion through the practice of mindful body-movement therapy. I am intentional about creating balance and listening to your needs.

IS THE LIFE YOU ARE LIVING NOW THE LIFE THAT WANTS TO LIVE IN YOU? If not, I can help! Create the reality you want. Dare to dream. Find your passion. Change directions. Discover your untapped potential. Celebrate relationships. Enrich your spirit. Live your best life by being your BEST self! With a collaborative counseling/coaching style, I offer guidance, support, education and strategies to empower you to achieve your goals and live a healthy, balanced life. Working together will provide you with opportunities to grow and learn to: Accept Accountability for your Choices, Actions & Reactions

Life is difficult enough to navigate with support. Welcome to a space where you can find support, understanding, and guidance on your journey towards healing and personal growth. It takes courage and resilience to confront and address our struggles. I am here to provide a non-judgmental environment where you feel empowered and supported to search within and gain clarity about things that haven't made sense. By taking the first step of seeking help, you have started the journey to a deeper understanding of yourself, healthier coping mechanisms, and ultimately a more fulfilling life. I work with adolescents and adults.

I am a clinical psychologist with 24 years experience in Lincoln Park. Telehealth. I’m BCBS, UBH, Magellan in network. I specialize with emotional regulation and resilience for anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, life transitions, career goals, relationships, family dynamics, positive communication, and stress management. I would be honored to be of assistance. Christian counseling, ​​Ziglar Coaching

Do you struggle with your inner critic? Have you felt lonely or rejected? Maybe you've tried to avoid anxiety, depression, or traumatic memories, seeking a way out of a rollercoaster of emotions. Have you experienced difficulty with life transitions; career/school stress; relationship issues including polyamory and CNM; bigotry; grief; addiction; sex/drug linked behavior; sexual assault/abuse; self-harm, or suicidal thoughts? Are you somewhere on the LGBTQ+ spectrum and feel like no one in your life understands you? If you answered yes to any of these issues, when was the last time you had a space to talk that was just for you?

Are you feeling alone, misunderstood, or overwhelmed with your current life circumstances? Stressors from work, finances, family, friendships, and romantic partnerships impede on your quality of life and interfere with the happiness you want and deserve. Whether you are going through a career transition, navigating healthy boundaries, or in need of processing the negative thoughts or emotions you feel daily, I am here to help. I will address, validate, and acknowledge these aspects of your life, while also providing empowerment and evidence-based practices needed to help you take control of who you want to become.

Evolve Counseling is a Chicago-based group practice of professional counselors providing psychotherapy treatment in-person and (virtual) online. We stand ready to assist clients that present with discomfort due to life’s challenges including relationship problems, loneliness, relocation, job stress, grief, discrimination, etc. We also treat clinical disorders that have symptoms of anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, postpartum, anger, personality disorders, and ADHD to name a few.

Ready to stop surviving and start thriving? You want to feel better, get unstuck. You're tired of being so overwhelmed all the time. It's becoming more difficult to remain present with your children, loved ones, life in general, and with yourself. You're feeling stressed, on edge, physically exhausted. You’re not alone, I am here to support you in becoming your best you today in your own time and in your own way so your past no longer dictates your present.