
Way to Know Thyself LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647
Let's Connect (773) 830-2890

I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has been in practice since 2006. Throughout the years I have worked in different settings with individuals from all ages. I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and individuals struggling to cope with symptoms of depression, anxiety, marital or interpersonal relationship problems. I am familiar with non-traditional love styles and my approach is kink-affirming and sex positive.
I utilize a psychodynamic approach in my work with individuals but believe the implementation of skills is sometimes necessary and utilize Cognitive Behavioral as well as Dialectical Behavioral skills. I am Latinx and both bilingual and bicultural that is inclusive to all genders, races, religions, cultures, and the LGBTQIA community.
“Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary.” - Fred Rogers. Contact me and let me help facilitate your growth and self-actualization through knowing yourself more deeply in the context of therapy.
Call or Email Way to Know Thyself LLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (773) 830-2890
Let's Connect (773) 830-2890

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $225
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

Way to Know Thyself LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 830-2890
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149019996 Stella Barrutia
- In Practice for 19 years
- Attended Boston College, MSW, Graduated 2006
Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Stella Barrutia
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Medication Management
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Polyamory
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Racial Identity
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Cities
Neighborhoods

Way to Know Thyself LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (773) 830-2890