Substance Use Therapists in 60617
Bola Obajimi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60617 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Bola, and I applaud your willingness to seek help. I want you to know that you have come to the right place. I strongly believe that everyone wants to do well in life. I believe that no one wakes up in the morning and says today, I am going to do poorly. The struggle is, if he/she knows what to do and how to do them, to do well. My ideal clients are people who believe they, their relationships, and family can do better than what is currently happening and are open to talk, explore, and navigate the possibility. My clients can expect to feel heard, supported, validated, and challenged to achieve the above.
Hello, my name is Bola, and I applaud your willingness to seek help. I want you to know that you have come to the right place. I strongly believe that everyone wants to do well in life. I believe that no one wakes up in the morning and says today, I am going to do poorly. The struggle is, if he/she knows what to do and how to do them, to do well. My ideal clients are people who believe they, their relationships, and family can do better than what is currently happening and are open to talk, explore, and navigate the possibility. My clients can expect to feel heard, supported, validated, and challenged to achieve the above.
Dr. Katherine Mejia
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60617 (Online Only)
I am Dr. Katherine Mejia a pre-licensed Spanish-speaking Latina psychologist committed to helping clients navigate challenging times while understanding the impact of culture and identity on mental health. Throughout my experience in the mental health field, I have gained a deep understanding of working with individuals from all walks of life and dealing with a myriad of concerns. In that time, what has become abundantly clear to me is no two people are alike, and no two experiences are ever the same, even If the diagnosis is.
I am Dr. Katherine Mejia a pre-licensed Spanish-speaking Latina psychologist committed to helping clients navigate challenging times while understanding the impact of culture and identity on mental health. Throughout my experience in the mental health field, I have gained a deep understanding of working with individuals from all walks of life and dealing with a myriad of concerns. In that time, what has become abundantly clear to me is no two people are alike, and no two experiences are ever the same, even If the diagnosis is.
“Prioritizing self care means prioritizing inner peace”. I am a bilingual licensed social worker who is passionate about helping others create a positive connection between body and mind. I am here to provide you with unconditional support and work alongside you to achieve your goals. Even through the hardships of life, there is always room for resiliency, growth, and self-care. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and non-judgemental.
“Prioritizing self care means prioritizing inner peace”. I am a bilingual licensed social worker who is passionate about helping others create a positive connection between body and mind. I am here to provide you with unconditional support and work alongside you to achieve your goals. Even through the hardships of life, there is always room for resiliency, growth, and self-care. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and non-judgemental.
I am a strength-based, caring, and non-judgmental counselor who enjoys building relationships with individuals of all different backgrounds. I take an approach where I believe in identifying positive qualities in an individual and utilizing those qualities to help a person improve in the areas where they are experiencing challenges. I strive to promote self-acceptance where a person can grow to their fullest potential; therefore I tailor my sessions to each individual. My approach is to provide a safe and warm environment where a person feels free to share their experiences and concerns without judgment.
I am a strength-based, caring, and non-judgmental counselor who enjoys building relationships with individuals of all different backgrounds. I take an approach where I believe in identifying positive qualities in an individual and utilizing those qualities to help a person improve in the areas where they are experiencing challenges. I strive to promote self-acceptance where a person can grow to their fullest potential; therefore I tailor my sessions to each individual. My approach is to provide a safe and warm environment where a person feels free to share their experiences and concerns without judgment.
Dr. Souza brings 27 years of experience as a therapist and 16 of these years in behavioral health leadership. Schedule an appt online now at her website listed here. She has taught at several universities and trained new therapists. She has worked at every level of care in behavioral health. She earned her PhD from Oregon State University and her Master’s degree from the University of Nevada Reno. She has expertise in working with a variety of anxiety concerns, depression, and grief. She also works with alcohol addiction and substance abuse issues, communication issues, divorce and separation, family issues, panic, and PTSD.
Dr. Souza brings 27 years of experience as a therapist and 16 of these years in behavioral health leadership. Schedule an appt online now at her website listed here. She has taught at several universities and trained new therapists. She has worked at every level of care in behavioral health. She earned her PhD from Oregon State University and her Master’s degree from the University of Nevada Reno. She has expertise in working with a variety of anxiety concerns, depression, and grief. She also works with alcohol addiction and substance abuse issues, communication issues, divorce and separation, family issues, panic, and PTSD.
Christina Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60617 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with this thing called life;I can help! Whether it is the day to day challenges of your relationships (spouse, children,parents,siblings, friends,boss or co-workers), or how you feel about yourself (physically, emotionally, spiritually); if you are ready to make changes or improvements in any area in your life, I welcome the opportunity to work with you! Also, if you are going through some of life's more serious challenges: divorce, domestic abuse, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, eating disorders,sexual abuse trauma, or death of a loved one; please contact me.
If you are struggling with this thing called life;I can help! Whether it is the day to day challenges of your relationships (spouse, children,parents,siblings, friends,boss or co-workers), or how you feel about yourself (physically, emotionally, spiritually); if you are ready to make changes or improvements in any area in your life, I welcome the opportunity to work with you! Also, if you are going through some of life's more serious challenges: divorce, domestic abuse, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, eating disorders,sexual abuse trauma, or death of a loved one; please contact me.
Marcellus A Rose III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60617 (Online Only)
"Therapy is like a car navigation system-the therapist is the GPS offering a number of directions to help reach your destination, but you are the driver! Often times we may need a little direction or help to deal with the excess baggage, wrong turns, and bumps along the way. Give me the opportunity to help you navigate the way to your best self."
"Therapy is like a car navigation system-the therapist is the GPS offering a number of directions to help reach your destination, but you are the driver! Often times we may need a little direction or help to deal with the excess baggage, wrong turns, and bumps along the way. Give me the opportunity to help you navigate the way to your best self."
Jessica Kuhnen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60617
My name is Jessica Kuhnen, LCSW. Masters awarded from University of Chicago. Owner of Hyde Park Center for Healing LLC. I treat clients struggling with grief, depression, anxiety, and or PTSD/complex trauma. If you have experienced one very traumatic event or several over the span of your lifetime-managing your emotions, daily life tasks and or maintaining relationships can feel really hard.
My name is Jessica Kuhnen, LCSW. Masters awarded from University of Chicago. Owner of Hyde Park Center for Healing LLC. I treat clients struggling with grief, depression, anxiety, and or PTSD/complex trauma. If you have experienced one very traumatic event or several over the span of your lifetime-managing your emotions, daily life tasks and or maintaining relationships can feel really hard.
Michelle Turnbough
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60617
I have worked with clients that have experienced concerns from addiction, depression, stress, anxiety, parenting and relationship problems. I have provided counseling to adolescences, individuals, couples, and families. Many people have experienced some form of trauma in their lives and feeling better and hopeful is a goal that people desire.
I have worked with clients that have experienced concerns from addiction, depression, stress, anxiety, parenting and relationship problems. I have provided counseling to adolescences, individuals, couples, and families. Many people have experienced some form of trauma in their lives and feeling better and hopeful is a goal that people desire.
Establishing trust is essential for counseling and building a therapeutic relationship. At times during the building of this relationship, you may come to feel the most vulnerable. It will be at those times; you will have my undivided attention. Therapy allows individuals the ability to process through unexpected life circumstances as well as troubling event occurrence. At present, all appointments will be virtual. My office location has handicapped accessibility and I offer late evening as well as weekend availability for appointments.
Establishing trust is essential for counseling and building a therapeutic relationship. At times during the building of this relationship, you may come to feel the most vulnerable. It will be at those times; you will have my undivided attention. Therapy allows individuals the ability to process through unexpected life circumstances as well as troubling event occurrence. At present, all appointments will be virtual. My office location has handicapped accessibility and I offer late evening as well as weekend availability for appointments.
As a first-generation Latina, Licensed Social Worker, & mental health advocate, I am passionate about helping others work through their mental health journey to find peace & feel empowered to overcome their hardships. I utilize a culturally competent, trauma-focused, & intersectional approach to gain a deep understanding of how I can connect with an individual. Through a trauma-informed lens, I work with my clients to explore childhood experiences, their cultural identity, interpersonal relationships, triggers, life stressors, generational trauma, & how trauma experiences impact the mind & body.
As a first-generation Latina, Licensed Social Worker, & mental health advocate, I am passionate about helping others work through their mental health journey to find peace & feel empowered to overcome their hardships. I utilize a culturally competent, trauma-focused, & intersectional approach to gain a deep understanding of how I can connect with an individual. Through a trauma-informed lens, I work with my clients to explore childhood experiences, their cultural identity, interpersonal relationships, triggers, life stressors, generational trauma, & how trauma experiences impact the mind & body.
I have helped individuals, couples and families successfully deal with relationship conflicts, parenting dilemmas, depression, stress and anxiety. My experience includes working with several community mental health centers, Employee Assistance Programs and military families. I work with individuals (seniors, adults and youth), couples and families based on their distinct needs, qualities and strengths. Most recently provided services to Afghanistan refugees. Specialties: Couples counseling, anxiety and depression, using an eclectic approach, tailored to your specific situation. My practice focuses on treating the entire person
I have helped individuals, couples and families successfully deal with relationship conflicts, parenting dilemmas, depression, stress and anxiety. My experience includes working with several community mental health centers, Employee Assistance Programs and military families. I work with individuals (seniors, adults and youth), couples and families based on their distinct needs, qualities and strengths. Most recently provided services to Afghanistan refugees. Specialties: Couples counseling, anxiety and depression, using an eclectic approach, tailored to your specific situation. My practice focuses on treating the entire person
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Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.