Therapists in Chicago, IL

I have experience working with diverse populations including individuals with anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic mental illness, trauma, survivors of human trafficking, relational issues, first generation and immigrant families. I have worked in different environments such as community mental health, faith based programs, and intensive care. I work through a trauma- informed lens that will help with mindfulness, awareness and self compassion. I am passionate about providing a holistic approach to help my clients understand how our physical, spiritual, mental and emotional wellbeing plays a role in our life satisfaction.

I am a Therapist (LCSW) and Registered Yoga Teacher in Lakeview/Roscoe Village in Chicago, integrating both body and mind where possible during therapy. My clients can expect to be met with empathy and authenticity, as I aim to create a space that feels safe enough to explore coping tools, acceptance, and personal growth.

I work with couples and individuals coping with anxiety, relationship issues, parenthood challenges, life transitions and sexuality-related concerns. I have extensive clinical experience treating sexual pain/discomfort, loss of intimacy, changes in sexual desire/arousal, and performance anxiety. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples deepen their understanding of their own intimate needs as they strive to reconnect, cultivate love and ignite passion within their relationships. I aim to foster an environment where insight, curiosity, creativity and psychological safety are present throughout treatment.

My approach is to create a nurturing environment where you feel accepted and understood. Collaborating closely, I will focus on establishing a respectful and safe space, empowering you throughout your journey. I hope to support you to confidently navigating the thoughts and emotions that hinder your progress, drawing upon your inner strengths and values to foster meaningful and lasting change with autonomy.

Each person is impacted by unique challenges and empowered by individual strengths. I find it a privilege to support clients as they discover the best version of themselves and unlock their potential. In a collaborative environment, I use an eclectic, psychodynamic- based approach to explore what strengths, weaknesses, vulnerabilities, and challenges contribute to living a fulfilling life. Through a strong therapeutic relationship, I hope to engage clients in a journey toward healing and thriving.

Relationships are the heart of all meaningful change. Whether you are coming to therapy because you feel lost, demoralized, or moved to deepen your self-understanding, feeling authentically understood and appreciated in your relationships is crucial to healing. In my practice, I strive to create an accepting atmosphere in which you feel comfortable speaking freely about the concerns in your life. Together, we can understand how the relationship we build in our work is both a microcosm of your present, as well as a vehicle for surprise, change, and growth.

I am passionate about providing evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure & Response Prevention, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for older adolescents, young adults and adults with OCD, depression, anxiety and related disorders. Over the past 5+ years, I have deepened my commitment to providing effective therapy through a personalized and strengths-based approach. I work collaboratively and flexibly with my clients to help develop goals in line with living a more meaningful and values-driven life. I strive to form a supportive therapeutic bond through compassion, warmth, empathy and humor.

I strive to be authentic, genuine and transparent with all of my families. If you feel lost or have become frustrated with your child, I'm here to listen and help. Together, lets figure out a solution that works for both you and your family. Lets work on reducing frustrations at home and getting back to enjoy each other's company.

Are you looking for help with identity, depression, anxiety issues, relationship issues, substance use or traumatic experiences? Are you interested in mindfulness meditation, somatic therapies, or Internal Family Systems approaches? Have you had ketamine or psychedelic experiences that you would like help processing? If so, I would love to work with you!

I believe relationships are fundamental building blocks of life. I strive to foster a non-judgmental, authentic, environment that honors the connection each individual has to the self, and the world in which they exist. My approach is collaborative, and focuses on client's fundamental inner strengths to promote growth and cultivate change. I lean into curiosity, humor, and compassion when working with my clients, and you can expect my techniques to be rooted in mind-body connection.

As we navigate the turbulence and uncertainty of today, it can be transformative to expand our circle of support. As a therapist, I value the relationship and energy that we offer each other. The success of therapy is largely predicated on the quality of the therapeutic relationship. Do you feel valued and heard? Do you feel empowered and safe? Do you enjoy sharing the space with your therapist? Within a healthy therapeutic relationship, unhealthy habit patterns can be identified and replaced with more adaptive patterns and coping strategies.

I am accepting new clients. My career in Social Work has instilled in me a compassion to work with those most marginalized among us. As I have found purpose in my path I want to help others find similarly meaning and purpose which leads to deeper fulfillment. I provide guidance and support during stressful life transitions while discovering your truest identity and desire. I want to help you transform from feeling stuck into finding meaning and mission. I work with helping you find your calling! I also provide relationship counseling based on the Gottman Methodology.

For all people who set out to begin therapy, it can be difficult to know what to expect. This may be especially true if you are seeking support for your child or teen. I approach therapy with a unique focus on empowerment, knowledge, and engagement. My sessions create a dynamic space for clients to not only address their challenges but also to have fun, resolve roadblocks, discover, and continuously contribute to their unique toolbox of coping skills.

When we are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain, seeking therapy can be a daunting experience. It is my goal as a therapist to foster connection and create a space for you to unpack life's challenges. I work with adults who are seeking change in their lives. My clients often come into counseling dealing with anxiety, overwhelming life transitions & identity and relationship issues. I believe that finding connection with others is key to change in our lives and that with empathy and reflection, you have the capacity to grow and develop as a person.

-Individual, Couple, & Family Therapy. Trained at the University of Rochester School of Medicine, Kansas State University's School of Family Studies, and The University of Chicago School of Medicine, Clinic Founder Rob Gellman has been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 14 years, and was a professor at Adler University from 2008-2011. He is a regularly invited speaker with local mental health agencies and national conferences. A recognized expert on families coping with chronic illness, infidelity, and the training of therapists and physicians, Rob's clinical practice is diverse, helping adults, children, couples and families on the path to wellness. ***Specializing in Anxiety Disorders, Relationship Distress, Infidelity, Sex Therapy, Young Couples, Depression, Chronic Illness, Grief and Loss, Family Conflict, and Lifecycle Transitions.

I work best with individuals and couples who yearn to increase emotional awareness and curiosity about their relationship patterns and coping with painful experiences. Emotions that underlie “default” relational responses are complex and often felt in the body. Engaging with and expressing a full range of emotions, I support clients in increasing congruence between how they feel and how the connect with others - something critical to finding contentment in secure relationships. Thus, I aim to help clients expand how they understand themselves and others through experiential emotional awareness and increased agency.

I work with children, adults, and families, and utilize psychodynamic and family systems therapies to increase resiliency and self-awareness in order for direct changes to occur in your daily life. I specialize in child/adolescent therapy, play therapy, family therapy, trauma, child sexual abuse, anxiety, addiction, diagnostic assessments for children 0-5, racial/cultural stress and acculturation, grief/loss, attachment difficulties, and parental stress.

With over 20 years of experience I have worked with a range of issues and populations. My main approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral theory (CBT) in order to process thoughts, feelings, and beliefs that contribute to distorted thinking and behavior, therefore affecting emotional well-being. The goal is to challenge and reframe so that the client achieves their personal goals, to cope with life transitions and obstacles. I also utilize Attachment Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I've assisted clients with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, life transitions, and various others.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with expertise in clinical interventions for depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, and challenges related to sexuality and gender. My personal experiences of coming out as queer and having family members who struggle with severe mental illness have developed my passion for mental health and social justice. I love being able to connect with LGBTQ+ individuals and members of other groups facing obstacles related to systemic oppression. I also have a background in sexual health education and enjoy supporting clients through issues around dating, relationships, and sex.