Autism Therapists in 60647
My role as a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience is to collaborate with you to reach your goals with an actionable plan; while simultaneously guiding you to delve deep to increase insight and arrive at lasting change. In my practice, I have successfully helped clients address difficult life circumstances, improve relationships, decrease anxiety and depression, tackle sleep problems, and increase self-esteem and coping capacity. Additionally, I have supported parents in understanding their young children's temperament, development, and behavior; as well as more effectively respond to behavioral challenges.
My role as a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience is to collaborate with you to reach your goals with an actionable plan; while simultaneously guiding you to delve deep to increase insight and arrive at lasting change. In my practice, I have successfully helped clients address difficult life circumstances, improve relationships, decrease anxiety and depression, tackle sleep problems, and increase self-esteem and coping capacity. Additionally, I have supported parents in understanding their young children's temperament, development, and behavior; as well as more effectively respond to behavioral challenges.
Greetings! It's great to have you here! Ralph Yaniz has been helping clients for over 25 years. He is dedicated to addressing a range of challenges. His expertise spans anxiety, OCD, depression, stress, bipolar disorder, and life adjustment issues (life coaching). His clients come to him to work on procrastination, task management, mood swings, and relationship concerns. He is proficient in bilingual Spanish services. Hola! Con más de 25 años de experiencia en salud mental, Ralph Yaniz aborda diversos desafíos, como ansiedad, TOC, depresión, estrés y trastorno bipolar. También ofrece servicios bilingües en español.
Greetings! It's great to have you here! Ralph Yaniz has been helping clients for over 25 years. He is dedicated to addressing a range of challenges. His expertise spans anxiety, OCD, depression, stress, bipolar disorder, and life adjustment issues (life coaching). His clients come to him to work on procrastination, task management, mood swings, and relationship concerns. He is proficient in bilingual Spanish services. Hola! Con más de 25 años de experiencia en salud mental, Ralph Yaniz aborda diversos desafíos, como ansiedad, TOC, depresión, estrés y trastorno bipolar. También ofrece servicios bilingües en español.
Welcome to Michal Rosenberg, Psy.D., PLLC! I work with primarily adults with a variety of presentations such as anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), developmental disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and mood disorders, as well as trauma and challenges related to identity formation. I practice using the cultural humility lens, open and accepting those from all backgrounds including but not limited to aspects of racial identity, LGBTQIA+ communities, those with disabilities, ethnic identities, and religions.
Welcome to Michal Rosenberg, Psy.D., PLLC! I work with primarily adults with a variety of presentations such as anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), developmental disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and mood disorders, as well as trauma and challenges related to identity formation. I practice using the cultural humility lens, open and accepting those from all backgrounds including but not limited to aspects of racial identity, LGBTQIA+ communities, those with disabilities, ethnic identities, and religions.
Hi! I'm Blake D. Osborne, L.C.S.W. I am mainly doing Telehealth but can meet in person when necessary in the Skokie/Glenview area. I have over twenty-five years experience. I enjoy what I do! I am easy-going, flexible, accepting and down-to-earth. I use research-supported methods. Specialties: Kids and Teens, including ADHD, anger, anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, homework, learning issues, OCD, panic, social skills, toileting. Adults: Mood issues, relationship problems, work issues, and grief. My goal: to make progress simply and efficiently. You should see some change in five-ten sessions.
Hi! I'm Blake D. Osborne, L.C.S.W. I am mainly doing Telehealth but can meet in person when necessary in the Skokie/Glenview area. I have over twenty-five years experience. I enjoy what I do! I am easy-going, flexible, accepting and down-to-earth. I use research-supported methods. Specialties: Kids and Teens, including ADHD, anger, anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, homework, learning issues, OCD, panic, social skills, toileting. Adults: Mood issues, relationship problems, work issues, and grief. My goal: to make progress simply and efficiently. You should see some change in five-ten sessions.
Mario Luckett is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. Mario offers a listening ear and the ability to work through the most difficult of problems with empathy, compassion, and reason. He has spent his clinical training and time in clinical practice with colleagues helping to manage the more difficult mental health difficulties that range from major depressive disorders to substance and addictiverelated disorders to schizophrenia and other severe mental illnesses.
Mario Luckett is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. Mario offers a listening ear and the ability to work through the most difficult of problems with empathy, compassion, and reason. He has spent his clinical training and time in clinical practice with colleagues helping to manage the more difficult mental health difficulties that range from major depressive disorders to substance and addictiverelated disorders to schizophrenia and other severe mental illnesses.
Your brain may be buzzing with worry, feeling overwhelmed with day to day tasks, or the urge to run away from what is making you feel this way. You could even be feeling afraid or scared of the thoughts that are coming up in your mind, making the sadness harder to carry or making you feel more tired. It can be exhausting to hold that pain alone but you deserve a reliable, affirming space so that you can let it all out, get steady and find balance.
Your brain may be buzzing with worry, feeling overwhelmed with day to day tasks, or the urge to run away from what is making you feel this way. You could even be feeling afraid or scared of the thoughts that are coming up in your mind, making the sadness harder to carry or making you feel more tired. It can be exhausting to hold that pain alone but you deserve a reliable, affirming space so that you can let it all out, get steady and find balance.
I am a queer and neurodivergent therapist committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment free of judgment or pretense, where you may feel empowered to voice thoughts, express feelings, and be curious about yourself in a way you may not have elsewhere. I believe that each person has the ability to create their own meaning in life, and I am passionate about helping my clients uncover their unique purpose and potential. Together, we will work to address any limiting beliefs or patterns, as well as examine how past experiences and cultural factors have shaped your worldview and prevented you from living a more fulfilling life.
I am a queer and neurodivergent therapist committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment free of judgment or pretense, where you may feel empowered to voice thoughts, express feelings, and be curious about yourself in a way you may not have elsewhere. I believe that each person has the ability to create their own meaning in life, and I am passionate about helping my clients uncover their unique purpose and potential. Together, we will work to address any limiting beliefs or patterns, as well as examine how past experiences and cultural factors have shaped your worldview and prevented you from living a more fulfilling life.
My cornerstone belief is that you are doing the best you can with the strengths and tools you already have. I recognize the complexities of the human experience and want to honor your unique story. Through a foundation of compassion and trust, I strive to meet people where they are at and guide them towards a deeper understanding and connection to self.
My cornerstone belief is that you are doing the best you can with the strengths and tools you already have. I recognize the complexities of the human experience and want to honor your unique story. Through a foundation of compassion and trust, I strive to meet people where they are at and guide them towards a deeper understanding and connection to self.
My goal is to provide each client with an emotionally safe environment where they feel comfortable exploring even the biggest challenges, whether it is how to manage overwhelming emotions such as anxiety or depression, rebuild a more honest sense of identity, learn to recognize and fight unhealthy or toxic patterns in life & relationships, confront past trauma or abuse, or other flavors of struggle. Many of my clients battle mood disorders, daunting life transitions, relationship issues, as well as cultural issues, LGBTQ integration struggles, grief/loss, trauma, & body image discomfort/disordered eating.
My goal is to provide each client with an emotionally safe environment where they feel comfortable exploring even the biggest challenges, whether it is how to manage overwhelming emotions such as anxiety or depression, rebuild a more honest sense of identity, learn to recognize and fight unhealthy or toxic patterns in life & relationships, confront past trauma or abuse, or other flavors of struggle. Many of my clients battle mood disorders, daunting life transitions, relationship issues, as well as cultural issues, LGBTQ integration struggles, grief/loss, trauma, & body image discomfort/disordered eating.
You deserve care, support, and compassion! Our sessions can be guided by you or more structured based on your preference. I help my clients explore themselves, heal their relationships, and tap into joy and pleasure. My therapeutic approach is rooted in holistic and integrative care and shaped by feminist, humanistic, and intersectionality theories.
You deserve care, support, and compassion! Our sessions can be guided by you or more structured based on your preference. I help my clients explore themselves, heal their relationships, and tap into joy and pleasure. My therapeutic approach is rooted in holistic and integrative care and shaped by feminist, humanistic, and intersectionality theories.
Trevor Pontillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647 (Online Only)
As a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), I am committed to helping adolescents and young adults navigate the challenges and transitions of life. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, respect, and understanding, creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions freely. In my practice, clients are the experts of their own lives. I collaborate closely with adolescents and young adults to set personalized goals, explore their values, and work towards creating positive change.
As a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), I am committed to helping adolescents and young adults navigate the challenges and transitions of life. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, respect, and understanding, creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions freely. In my practice, clients are the experts of their own lives. I collaborate closely with adolescents and young adults to set personalized goals, explore their values, and work towards creating positive change.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647 (Online Only)
You may be feeling curious or unclear about how you want to show up in this world. In your past, you may not have had access to a space where you’ve felt valued and empowered to do this exploration work. Yet alone, have someone to guide you through this process of unraveling systemic oppression and societal expectations. In our work, we’ll address those associated fears or anxieties you have related to showing up as all of you. You deserve to move through this journey of discovery with ease, and I am passionate about providing you with that support.
You may be feeling curious or unclear about how you want to show up in this world. In your past, you may not have had access to a space where you’ve felt valued and empowered to do this exploration work. Yet alone, have someone to guide you through this process of unraveling systemic oppression and societal expectations. In our work, we’ll address those associated fears or anxieties you have related to showing up as all of you. You deserve to move through this journey of discovery with ease, and I am passionate about providing you with that support.
When life is overwhelming it can feel like you’re stuck without a clear path forward. But I can help. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my goal is to help you tap into your strengths, gain insight, rediscover your sense of self, and find a path that brings you fulfillment, clarity, and growth. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, a major life change, or the pressures of work or school, I’m here to work alongside you. I offer in-person and virtual therapy for adults and older teens, and together, we'll work toward creating a life that feels meaningful.
When life is overwhelming it can feel like you’re stuck without a clear path forward. But I can help. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my goal is to help you tap into your strengths, gain insight, rediscover your sense of self, and find a path that brings you fulfillment, clarity, and growth. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, a major life change, or the pressures of work or school, I’m here to work alongside you. I offer in-person and virtual therapy for adults and older teens, and together, we'll work toward creating a life that feels meaningful.
Lisa Abu-Bakr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647 (Online Only)
Welcome to the start of recovery and road to healing! Together we can continue creating the life you seek, navigate the questions you have, find the answers you want, and move through your concerns to manifest the life you want to live. I specialize in helping people with OCD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I also support folks with multicultural identities and anyone who wants to work on maintaining and building relationships. No topic is off the table but rather invited in for the discussion!
Welcome to the start of recovery and road to healing! Together we can continue creating the life you seek, navigate the questions you have, find the answers you want, and move through your concerns to manifest the life you want to live. I specialize in helping people with OCD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I also support folks with multicultural identities and anyone who wants to work on maintaining and building relationships. No topic is off the table but rather invited in for the discussion!
Caitlin McQueen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone deserves to live a meaningful life, no matter what we have experienced or where we may come from. Therapy can be a great place to explore your values, beliefs, and attitudes, and examine how you might reorient those concepts to align with your authentic self. My clients are the experts on their own lives, and I am here to facilitate your exploration of yourself, others, and your worldview to find meaning in life. I have worked in community mental health for six years, and I focus on trauma-informed care for those with complex trauma histories, specializing in complex trauma, grief, and existential concerns as a therapist.
Everyone deserves to live a meaningful life, no matter what we have experienced or where we may come from. Therapy can be a great place to explore your values, beliefs, and attitudes, and examine how you might reorient those concepts to align with your authentic self. My clients are the experts on their own lives, and I am here to facilitate your exploration of yourself, others, and your worldview to find meaning in life. I have worked in community mental health for six years, and I focus on trauma-informed care for those with complex trauma histories, specializing in complex trauma, grief, and existential concerns as a therapist.
Heather Friend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647 (Online Only)
Currently accepting clients that reside in Illinois, Colorado, and Michigan. If you struggle to find hope, this is the place to be. Please know that I offer my services via better help. Please click on my website link to see my profile and also client reviews. I offer a safe and accepting space for you to explore and understand your needs, strengths, thoughts, and feelings. It is important that you feel comfortable in therapy. We can work together to establish trust and also understand how to overcome the challenges you are facing and create healing and positive changes in your life.
Currently accepting clients that reside in Illinois, Colorado, and Michigan. If you struggle to find hope, this is the place to be. Please know that I offer my services via better help. Please click on my website link to see my profile and also client reviews. I offer a safe and accepting space for you to explore and understand your needs, strengths, thoughts, and feelings. It is important that you feel comfortable in therapy. We can work together to establish trust and also understand how to overcome the challenges you are facing and create healing and positive changes in your life.
Sara Kirkpatrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647 (Online Only)
Are you overwhelmed by life’s challenges, struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or the complexities of being autistic or having ADHD? Maybe you're dealing with high stress, navigating parenting or pregnancy, and seeking balance. You seek a nonjudgmental, holistic approach that balances evidence-based treatments with lived experience. Your goal is to build self-awareness, emotional regulation skills, compassion, manage stress, and live authentically. You want to go beyond just modifying behaviors and understand the thoughts, beliefs, and emotions driving them for more meaningful change. You want to feel supported and heard.
Are you overwhelmed by life’s challenges, struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or the complexities of being autistic or having ADHD? Maybe you're dealing with high stress, navigating parenting or pregnancy, and seeking balance. You seek a nonjudgmental, holistic approach that balances evidence-based treatments with lived experience. Your goal is to build self-awareness, emotional regulation skills, compassion, manage stress, and live authentically. You want to go beyond just modifying behaviors and understand the thoughts, beliefs, and emotions driving them for more meaningful change. You want to feel supported and heard.
Smart Love Family Services is a team of experienced psychologists, social workers, and professional counselors providing supportive relationship-based psychotherapy. Our approach recognizes that all people are born with an innate potential and desire to be happy, to feel good about themselves, and to experience close, positive loving relationships, but often times learned self-sabotaging patterns can get in the way. We help people create the kind of life that they want for themselves by turning away from self-sabotaging behaviors, and turning towards self-caretaking and constructive coping choices for a more fulfilling life.
Smart Love Family Services is a team of experienced psychologists, social workers, and professional counselors providing supportive relationship-based psychotherapy. Our approach recognizes that all people are born with an innate potential and desire to be happy, to feel good about themselves, and to experience close, positive loving relationships, but often times learned self-sabotaging patterns can get in the way. We help people create the kind of life that they want for themselves by turning away from self-sabotaging behaviors, and turning towards self-caretaking and constructive coping choices for a more fulfilling life.
At Willis CC, our guests are encouraged to challenge themselves & find new ways to cope with life’s challenges. We believe to be human is to experience pain. We believe suffering, while part of the human experience, is not the identity of our humanity. Therefore, helping you hold pain lightly & with compassion while taking action to change your life is essentially what therapy is all about. We are dedicated to offering support & nurturance to those seeking a new direction while holding onto their values. You don’t have to see a therapist for the rest of your life, in fact, the sooner you need us less, the better for everyone!
At Willis CC, our guests are encouraged to challenge themselves & find new ways to cope with life’s challenges. We believe to be human is to experience pain. We believe suffering, while part of the human experience, is not the identity of our humanity. Therefore, helping you hold pain lightly & with compassion while taking action to change your life is essentially what therapy is all about. We are dedicated to offering support & nurturance to those seeking a new direction while holding onto their values. You don’t have to see a therapist for the rest of your life, in fact, the sooner you need us less, the better for everyone!
Centro Castillo for Personal & Family Wellbeing
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647
At Centro Castillo for Personal and Family Wellbeing, our therapists strongly believe that we understand a person as part of their culture and family upbringing. Together we will discover what motivates you and use this knowledge to increase self-awareness in how you feel, think and act. With this insight, the ultimate goal is make the best decisions that will leave you feeling better and live a happier life. With 14 therapist in 3 offices throughout the city (Lakeview, Pilsen, and near Oak Park) we look forward to helping you and your family.
At Centro Castillo for Personal and Family Wellbeing, our therapists strongly believe that we understand a person as part of their culture and family upbringing. Together we will discover what motivates you and use this knowledge to increase self-awareness in how you feel, think and act. With this insight, the ultimate goal is make the best decisions that will leave you feeling better and live a happier life. With 14 therapist in 3 offices throughout the city (Lakeview, Pilsen, and near Oak Park) we look forward to helping you and your family.
