Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 60661
Amanda Hudec
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
You have the power to make changes in your life! You may not yet know how, but I am here to help you figure this out. Dishes have piled up, relationships are suffering, and avoidance shows up even when it comes to things you enjoy. Sometimes situations change and pose new challenges; at other times situations remain the same and lead to feeling stagnant and stuck. Whatever your unique case might be, today can be the beginning of feeling more effective in your life. It is courageous to acknowledge that you might benefit from learning new tools and insights.
You have the power to make changes in your life! You may not yet know how, but I am here to help you figure this out. Dishes have piled up, relationships are suffering, and avoidance shows up even when it comes to things you enjoy. Sometimes situations change and pose new challenges; at other times situations remain the same and lead to feeling stagnant and stuck. Whatever your unique case might be, today can be the beginning of feeling more effective in your life. It is courageous to acknowledge that you might benefit from learning new tools and insights.
Maryrose Fernandes Bolgar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LPC, MCH
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60661
Usually, people look for help when they are faced with a situation that they are unable to find a satisfactory solution to either in their own repertoire of experiences or within their immediate environment. Situations can involve the loss of a loved one, or a marriage. It can also include a family crisis, anxiety, depression, difficulty connecting and maintaining a connection with others, work troubles, and illness and death.
Usually, people look for help when they are faced with a situation that they are unable to find a satisfactory solution to either in their own repertoire of experiences or within their immediate environment. Situations can involve the loss of a loved one, or a marriage. It can also include a family crisis, anxiety, depression, difficulty connecting and maintaining a connection with others, work troubles, and illness and death.
My multicultural background, experiences as a woman of color, and identity as a first-generation immigrant from India have shaped my journey as a psychotherapist. Growing up in a collectivistic and patriarchal society, I often felt unheard, navigating microaggressions and a lack of autonomy. This gives me a unique understanding of how systems of oppression can affect one’s sense of self, and I integrate cultural awareness into my work to help clients break free from feeling unseen and unheard, my focus is on establishing and nurturing client-centered, one-to-one relationships.
My multicultural background, experiences as a woman of color, and identity as a first-generation immigrant from India have shaped my journey as a psychotherapist. Growing up in a collectivistic and patriarchal society, I often felt unheard, navigating microaggressions and a lack of autonomy. This gives me a unique understanding of how systems of oppression can affect one’s sense of self, and I integrate cultural awareness into my work to help clients break free from feeling unseen and unheard, my focus is on establishing and nurturing client-centered, one-to-one relationships.
My style of therapy focuses on building a deep and meaningful relationship with my clients and utilizes a strength based model to empower them to continually become better versions of themselves. Our thoughts, feelings, and memories have the ability to take us into the past and future, and out of our present lives! Lets talk about what you truly value and figure out how to get you back in touch. My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and focuses on the therapy relationship, mindfulness practices, self-compassion, development of coping skills, and some laughter to round it all out!
My style of therapy focuses on building a deep and meaningful relationship with my clients and utilizes a strength based model to empower them to continually become better versions of themselves. Our thoughts, feelings, and memories have the ability to take us into the past and future, and out of our present lives! Lets talk about what you truly value and figure out how to get you back in touch. My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and focuses on the therapy relationship, mindfulness practices, self-compassion, development of coping skills, and some laughter to round it all out!
Stephen A Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661
Having issues with anxiety, past traumas, or just not feeling like yourself? Let us work together on a path to heal restoratively. I believe in the power of restorative practices and that each and every one of us has a story and I believe in the power of having our stories heard. I also believe that we all deserve a space where that story can be heard without judgment, fear or trepidation. I want to hear yours and walk beside you as you share your story and work through your journey of healing and restoration. I won't ever perceive to be the expert in your life but I will always be honest, receptive and give you my best.
Having issues with anxiety, past traumas, or just not feeling like yourself? Let us work together on a path to heal restoratively. I believe in the power of restorative practices and that each and every one of us has a story and I believe in the power of having our stories heard. I also believe that we all deserve a space where that story can be heard without judgment, fear or trepidation. I want to hear yours and walk beside you as you share your story and work through your journey of healing and restoration. I won't ever perceive to be the expert in your life but I will always be honest, receptive and give you my best.
Maria Isabel Almanza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Puentes de Resiliencia! Puentes de Resiliencia was created with the premise of creating therapy services with a cultural perspective in mind. We all navigate healing differently, but one thing that stays consistent is the notion that we do not have to endure it alone. Healing with community in mind is a strength based concept that further encourages the notion that as a community, we can transform and create bridges for success, bridges for healing, and bridges for resilience. As your therapist, I strive to provide a safe space for authenticity to ensure an open space for expression and healing.
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Puentes de Resiliencia! Puentes de Resiliencia was created with the premise of creating therapy services with a cultural perspective in mind. We all navigate healing differently, but one thing that stays consistent is the notion that we do not have to endure it alone. Healing with community in mind is a strength based concept that further encourages the notion that as a community, we can transform and create bridges for success, bridges for healing, and bridges for resilience. As your therapist, I strive to provide a safe space for authenticity to ensure an open space for expression and healing.
Ashley Repinski
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor , LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661
Do you refer to yourself as a “people pleaser?” Ever find yourself doing something out of obligation because you have trouble saying “no?” Situations like this can feel very confusing and upsetting. Many people struggle with identifying and expressing their needs and wants. Oftentimes this leads to difficulty setting boundaries, balancing work/life, and experiencing feelings of resentment. Creating your own story is one of the most empowering things you can do. Therapy helps you explore your own values and beliefs so you can learn what feels meaningful to you.
Do you refer to yourself as a “people pleaser?” Ever find yourself doing something out of obligation because you have trouble saying “no?” Situations like this can feel very confusing and upsetting. Many people struggle with identifying and expressing their needs and wants. Oftentimes this leads to difficulty setting boundaries, balancing work/life, and experiencing feelings of resentment. Creating your own story is one of the most empowering things you can do. Therapy helps you explore your own values and beliefs so you can learn what feels meaningful to you.
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming, especially if you are struggling or are new to the process. I applaud you for taking the first step and reaching out for help! Because I see therapy as a concerted effort, I take a collaborative approach based on my client’s needs, preferences, and relational style. I hope to help people understand more about themselves, their relationships with others, and how they view and navigate the world. By doing this, the goal is that my clients will gain insight and awareness, feel empowered, and make whatever changes they see necessary.
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming, especially if you are struggling or are new to the process. I applaud you for taking the first step and reaching out for help! Because I see therapy as a concerted effort, I take a collaborative approach based on my client’s needs, preferences, and relational style. I hope to help people understand more about themselves, their relationships with others, and how they view and navigate the world. By doing this, the goal is that my clients will gain insight and awareness, feel empowered, and make whatever changes they see necessary.
My clients often feel overwhelmed by life's challenges and believe they lack the tools and mental resources to cope on their own. They may be dealing with big life changes, stress, anxiety or depression symptoms. Many have found that their once-helpful survival strategies no longer work and may even be counterproductive.I specialize in helping people identify and take small steps towards their goals, whether in their career, relationships, or personal growth. Together, we work to create positive, lasting change.
My clients often feel overwhelmed by life's challenges and believe they lack the tools and mental resources to cope on their own. They may be dealing with big life changes, stress, anxiety or depression symptoms. Many have found that their once-helpful survival strategies no longer work and may even be counterproductive.I specialize in helping people identify and take small steps towards their goals, whether in their career, relationships, or personal growth. Together, we work to create positive, lasting change.
My work is centered around helping individuals navigate complex relationship issues with others and themselves. The clients I see in therapy often process topics related to family of origin relationships, questioning & uncertainty around sexual identity, and experiences of spiritual confusion and religious harm. I especially enjoy working with college students & emerging adults who are beginning their careers. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and committed to practicing with cultural humility. I consider it a privilege to work with people of varying backgrounds and identities.
My work is centered around helping individuals navigate complex relationship issues with others and themselves. The clients I see in therapy often process topics related to family of origin relationships, questioning & uncertainty around sexual identity, and experiences of spiritual confusion and religious harm. I especially enjoy working with college students & emerging adults who are beginning their careers. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and committed to practicing with cultural humility. I consider it a privilege to work with people of varying backgrounds and identities.
Anxiety Wellness Center of Chicagoland
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
I (Dr. Crystal Bauer) am a licensed clinical psychologist and the founder of the Anxiety Wellness Center of Chicagoland. I have been specializing in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders to individuals across the lifespan for nearly a decade. I have extensive training in cognitive-behavioral therapy, specifically exposure therapy/exposure and response prevention (ERP), behavioral activation, behavior modification, mindfulness and other CBT techniques. Through these modalities, you learn how to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, respond in a more effective manner, and learn how to tolerate and accept discomfort.
I (Dr. Crystal Bauer) am a licensed clinical psychologist and the founder of the Anxiety Wellness Center of Chicagoland. I have been specializing in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders to individuals across the lifespan for nearly a decade. I have extensive training in cognitive-behavioral therapy, specifically exposure therapy/exposure and response prevention (ERP), behavioral activation, behavior modification, mindfulness and other CBT techniques. Through these modalities, you learn how to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, respond in a more effective manner, and learn how to tolerate and accept discomfort.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCW, PMH-C, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
I provide individual & couples therapy in Utah and Illinois. If you're grappling with pregnancy or postpartum challenges, juggling the demands of parenting, or feeling stuck in cycles of conflict with your partner, I get it— this season is hard! You might look like you’ve got it all together on the outside, but internally, it’s a daily struggle. You’re here because you're ready to change that story; you want healthier coping skills and to improve your relationships, and I'm here to help. Together, we’ll create a plan to help you navigate life with more confidence, improved outlook, and a deeper connection to who you are.
I provide individual & couples therapy in Utah and Illinois. If you're grappling with pregnancy or postpartum challenges, juggling the demands of parenting, or feeling stuck in cycles of conflict with your partner, I get it— this season is hard! You might look like you’ve got it all together on the outside, but internally, it’s a daily struggle. You’re here because you're ready to change that story; you want healthier coping skills and to improve your relationships, and I'm here to help. Together, we’ll create a plan to help you navigate life with more confidence, improved outlook, and a deeper connection to who you are.
Let’s be honest, life can be exhausting, unpredictable, and terrifying. It can also be full of pain and shit, things are always going to come up to derail us. I am here to get into all of it with you to figure it out, and help you find a life that brings some joy along with said shit. I greatly enjoy working with clients who have experienced a variety of struggles, and feel exhausted. I’m ready to sit with you and be present with you in your pain. I will work to see you and help you see yourself as the person you really are as we work to create change or process past pain.
Let’s be honest, life can be exhausting, unpredictable, and terrifying. It can also be full of pain and shit, things are always going to come up to derail us. I am here to get into all of it with you to figure it out, and help you find a life that brings some joy along with said shit. I greatly enjoy working with clients who have experienced a variety of struggles, and feel exhausted. I’m ready to sit with you and be present with you in your pain. I will work to see you and help you see yourself as the person you really are as we work to create change or process past pain.
Orli Firestein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you tired of masking your neurodivergence in a neurotypical world? Perhaps this leads to depression or feelings of alienation. Maybe you find yourself frequently putting others’ needs above your own, to the point where you feel run-down and emotionally exhausted. You may be facing a major life change or decision, either for yourself or for your family. In these situations, it can be challenging to identify, navigate, and express your emotions and needs, but you don’t need to do this on your own. Together, we can figure out ways to make life more manageable while remaining true to yourself and nurturing your neurotype.
Are you tired of masking your neurodivergence in a neurotypical world? Perhaps this leads to depression or feelings of alienation. Maybe you find yourself frequently putting others’ needs above your own, to the point where you feel run-down and emotionally exhausted. You may be facing a major life change or decision, either for yourself or for your family. In these situations, it can be challenging to identify, navigate, and express your emotions and needs, but you don’t need to do this on your own. Together, we can figure out ways to make life more manageable while remaining true to yourself and nurturing your neurotype.
Are you looking to understand yourself better, clarify your values and make strides towards your desired life? I'd love to support you. I have extensive experience helping clients through eating disorder recovery (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and ARFID), body image, anxiety, grief and loss, and life transitions. I believe change is possible for every individual and that it’s easier to attain with support, skills and encouragement. I strive to create an accepting and non-judgmental environment where hard things can be explored and held with curiosity and compassion.
Are you looking to understand yourself better, clarify your values and make strides towards your desired life? I'd love to support you. I have extensive experience helping clients through eating disorder recovery (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and ARFID), body image, anxiety, grief and loss, and life transitions. I believe change is possible for every individual and that it’s easier to attain with support, skills and encouragement. I strive to create an accepting and non-judgmental environment where hard things can be explored and held with curiosity and compassion.
Samantha Skvaril
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
You grew up in dysfunction or had a chaotic childhood. You are struggling with codependency or enmeshment. You're a new parent terrified that you're going to traumatize your kids. You were diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, now what? I use an insight-oriented approach, which helps clients understand how past experiences can affect their current behavior. However, therapy is not "one size fits all" and we will pull from different treatment modalities to meet your individual needs.
You grew up in dysfunction or had a chaotic childhood. You are struggling with codependency or enmeshment. You're a new parent terrified that you're going to traumatize your kids. You were diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, now what? I use an insight-oriented approach, which helps clients understand how past experiences can affect their current behavior. However, therapy is not "one size fits all" and we will pull from different treatment modalities to meet your individual needs.
I became a clinician for a myriad of reasons, one being that I understand the desire to search for identity. As a queer, genderfluid individual who uses she/they pronouns, this search reflects in my work to help others who are searching for insight into themselves. I acknowledge that others are the experts in their own lives and that I am a therapeutic conduit toward insight, healing, and empowerment. I am dedicated to working with those in marginalized communities, particularly those who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I became a clinician for a myriad of reasons, one being that I understand the desire to search for identity. As a queer, genderfluid individual who uses she/they pronouns, this search reflects in my work to help others who are searching for insight into themselves. I acknowledge that others are the experts in their own lives and that I am a therapeutic conduit toward insight, healing, and empowerment. I am dedicated to working with those in marginalized communities, particularly those who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Taryn O'Neil
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck? Being human is hard. Maybe you’re tired of falling into the same old relationship patterns, feeling weighed down by anxiety spirals, or going through some difficult transitions. Maybe you just want some space to feel heard and seen. Therapy can provide the opportunity to help break us out of patterns that aren’t serving us anymore and get us to a place where we can have more peace, balance, and relief.
Feeling stuck? Being human is hard. Maybe you’re tired of falling into the same old relationship patterns, feeling weighed down by anxiety spirals, or going through some difficult transitions. Maybe you just want some space to feel heard and seen. Therapy can provide the opportunity to help break us out of patterns that aren’t serving us anymore and get us to a place where we can have more peace, balance, and relief.
Shirley Khong
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Shirley! I help anxious people-pleasers discover their voice so they can communicate more effectively and build healthy relationships. Do you frequently prioritize others over yourself? Does advocating for yourself leave you feeling selfish or guilty? I want to help you gain the confidence and skills to express your needs, wants, and boundaries because you are ENOUGH. Together, we can release the fear, stress, guilt, and shame that hold you back. You may have focused on others for too long and forgotten what makes you feel alive. Silence isn't always the answer, and conflicts don't have to create chaos. Let's find balance.
Hi, I'm Shirley! I help anxious people-pleasers discover their voice so they can communicate more effectively and build healthy relationships. Do you frequently prioritize others over yourself? Does advocating for yourself leave you feeling selfish or guilty? I want to help you gain the confidence and skills to express your needs, wants, and boundaries because you are ENOUGH. Together, we can release the fear, stress, guilt, and shame that hold you back. You may have focused on others for too long and forgotten what makes you feel alive. Silence isn't always the answer, and conflicts don't have to create chaos. Let's find balance.
Whether you're in crisis, just need to talk some things out or making big life decisions, you deserve to be heard. I can help you reach your goals, heal your wounds, reclaim your worth, and illuminate your purpose.
Whether you're in crisis, just need to talk some things out or making big life decisions, you deserve to be heard. I can help you reach your goals, heal your wounds, reclaim your worth, and illuminate your purpose.
