Humanistic Therapists in 60656
![Photo of Patrick Miranda, MS, LCPC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9b468882-9bf1-442d-9eca-ba6b0811cb1d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Patrick Miranda
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60656 (Online Only)
Patrick is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Nebraska – Omaha. He has worked in multiple treatment settings, including residential and outpatient services for substance use disorders. Patrick has experience working with adolescents, adults, and families with a range of therapeutic issues, including addiction, mood disorders, trauma, and suicidality. He especially enjoys working with those in the LGBTQ+ community.
Patrick is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Nebraska – Omaha. He has worked in multiple treatment settings, including residential and outpatient services for substance use disorders. Patrick has experience working with adolescents, adults, and families with a range of therapeutic issues, including addiction, mood disorders, trauma, and suicidality. He especially enjoys working with those in the LGBTQ+ community.
![Photo of Ashley Homa, MA, CYT, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/97e448ed-a7a5-49fd-a5c3-14c86db55acf/2/320x400.jpeg)
Ashley Homa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CYT, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60656 (Online Only)
I believe in the power of human connection and the part it plays in healing. I bring genuineness to sessions and meet clients where they are at. In addition to my psychotherapy experience, I am a certified yoga instructor who strongly believes in the mind-body connection and approaching healing in a holistic manner. My approach to therapy emphasizes the power of being in-tuned with the body to help understand the mind. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome the challenges of significant life transitions such as infertility, postpartum struggles, and parenthood.
I believe in the power of human connection and the part it plays in healing. I bring genuineness to sessions and meet clients where they are at. In addition to my psychotherapy experience, I am a certified yoga instructor who strongly believes in the mind-body connection and approaching healing in a holistic manner. My approach to therapy emphasizes the power of being in-tuned with the body to help understand the mind. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome the challenges of significant life transitions such as infertility, postpartum struggles, and parenthood.
![Photo of Stephanie A Rialmo, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9221f766-e9ef-4835-be2b-53dfc2da6ae8/2/320x400.jpeg)
Stephanie A Rialmo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60656
I believe that as individuals, our journeys are vastly unique, but we aren’t so different. We all deserve to experience our emotions and heal from our past, present, and for our future. Whether you’re seeking services to find possible solutions to a past or current issue, a space where you can untangle behaviors or thoughts without judgment, or a place to continue your journey of self discovery, I am here to provide you with guidance and support. My passion is to provide individuals with opportunities to grow in a safe and validating environment while using integrative therapeutic approaches, a holistic lense, and authenticity.
I believe that as individuals, our journeys are vastly unique, but we aren’t so different. We all deserve to experience our emotions and heal from our past, present, and for our future. Whether you’re seeking services to find possible solutions to a past or current issue, a space where you can untangle behaviors or thoughts without judgment, or a place to continue your journey of self discovery, I am here to provide you with guidance and support. My passion is to provide individuals with opportunities to grow in a safe and validating environment while using integrative therapeutic approaches, a holistic lense, and authenticity.
![Photo of Stefanie Brennan, MA, LCPC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bb918fe8-8287-46d9-a539-ce8af97561d2/1/320x400.jpeg)
Stefanie Brennan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60656
I enjoy working with clients of all ages, as I consider each life stage meaningful with numerous challenges. I especially enjoy working with teens and adults managing life transitions. My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress management, communication skills, work/life balance, and challenges within romantic, peer, and professional relationships. I enjoy incorporating play and art into sessions to connect with children. I am very passionate in supporting clients who struggle with challenges related to pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting demands.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages, as I consider each life stage meaningful with numerous challenges. I especially enjoy working with teens and adults managing life transitions. My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress management, communication skills, work/life balance, and challenges within romantic, peer, and professional relationships. I enjoy incorporating play and art into sessions to connect with children. I am very passionate in supporting clients who struggle with challenges related to pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting demands.
![Photo of Hifza Ayaz - EMDR Therapy with Hifza Ayaz, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/413bc9c3-41d7-4de5-ae29-72bb7b9c1615/1/320x400.jpeg)
EMDR Therapy with Hifza Ayaz
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60656 (Online Only)
I'm Hifza Ayaz, EMDR Therapist. Something that is common to every one of us are experiences of hardship followed by the emotional unraveling of our lives. In these moments, we are called to acknowledge the reality of our struggle, to honor our emotions through expression within the safe spaces they deserve, and to experience healing, strength and the confidence to meaningfully move forward. Therapy is a process of discovery wherein we may explore and discuss comparative self-criticism based on anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and major life changes. I believe that healing through meaning-making is possible through self-compassion.
I'm Hifza Ayaz, EMDR Therapist. Something that is common to every one of us are experiences of hardship followed by the emotional unraveling of our lives. In these moments, we are called to acknowledge the reality of our struggle, to honor our emotions through expression within the safe spaces they deserve, and to experience healing, strength and the confidence to meaningfully move forward. Therapy is a process of discovery wherein we may explore and discuss comparative self-criticism based on anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and major life changes. I believe that healing through meaning-making is possible through self-compassion.
![Photo of Anna Evans, LPC, LCPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/91bf62cc-3dbd-41da-8ffb-51e35e462057/1/320x400.jpeg)
Anna Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60656 (Online Only)
I help clients cope with depression and anxiety, grief and loss, chronic insomnia, substance use, trauma, caregiver stress, and coping with disabilities. I also have experience with and strongly value work with first responders and other mental health providers.
I help clients cope with depression and anxiety, grief and loss, chronic insomnia, substance use, trauma, caregiver stress, and coping with disabilities. I also have experience with and strongly value work with first responders and other mental health providers.
See more therapy options for 60656
Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.