Couples Counseling Therapists in West Loop, Chicago, IL
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Samantha Skvaril
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
I aim to create a therapeutic relationship that sets the tone for your personal relationships.
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 aim to create a therapeutic relationship that sets the tone for your personal relationships.
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.
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Roopa Pandya
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60606 (Online Only)
I am here support you with whatever life may throw at you in a friendly and warm environment. I have extensive experience supporting clients managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma/PTSD, grief, relationship issues, career concerns, and cultural struggles. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming provider and enjoy working with individuals and couples of all backgrounds.
I am here support you with whatever life may throw at you in a friendly and warm environment. I have extensive experience supporting clients managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma/PTSD, grief, relationship issues, career concerns, and cultural struggles. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming provider and enjoy working with individuals and couples of all backgrounds.
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Dian Medrano
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661
I also spotlight the relationship between your conscious patterns to your thoughts and feelings.
If you are experiencing hardships in anxiety, depression, trauma, imposter syndrome, work-life balance, marital issues, communication, and emotional regulation, I work to find both practical and insightful tools to handle an array of conflicts. I will help you navigate your patterns, from a holistic lens, utilize your strengths, and find meaning in the desired change you seek. In each session, You will be provided with a comfortable atmosphere where you can freely feel openness, honesty, and the trust to convey what ails you while receiving guidance and tools.
I also spotlight the relationship between your conscious patterns to your thoughts and feelings.
If you are experiencing hardships in anxiety, depression, trauma, imposter syndrome, work-life balance, marital issues, communication, and emotional regulation, I work to find both practical and insightful tools to handle an array of conflicts. I will help you navigate your patterns, from a holistic lens, utilize your strengths, and find meaning in the desired change you seek. In each session, You will be provided with a comfortable atmosphere where you can freely feel openness, honesty, and the trust to convey what ails you while receiving guidance and tools.
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Whether entering therapy for symptom relief, a desire for greater self-understanding, or to cope with a particular crisis, I am committed to helping clients achieve their goals. I treat a variety of concerns including anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief/loss, self-esteem, life transitions, women’s issues, infertility, eating disorders, stress management, acculturative stress and cross-cultural challenges. Using telehealth, I am able to work with adults from various professional, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds who reside in IL, MA, and PSYPACT participating states.
Whether entering therapy for symptom relief, a desire for greater self-understanding, or to cope with a particular crisis, I am committed to helping clients achieve their goals. I treat a variety of concerns including anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief/loss, self-esteem, life transitions, women’s issues, infertility, eating disorders, stress management, acculturative stress and cross-cultural challenges. Using telehealth, I am able to work with adults from various professional, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds who reside in IL, MA, and PSYPACT participating states.
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Kelsey Manzi
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck or unhappy in your life or relationships? Are you looking to change old patterns or habits that are keeping you from having the relationship you want? I’m passionate and skilled at working with individuals and couples struggling with life transitions, relationship difficulties, premarital concerns, anxiety, attachment, self-esteem, and family discord. I see my clients as unique, strong, and capable beings and I utilize your strengths to support bringing about positive change. I believe we all need a shoulder to cry on and a place to be honest + vulnerable, so my goal is that you feel safe and comfortable in session.
Feeling stuck or unhappy in your life or relationships? Are you looking to change old patterns or habits that are keeping you from having the relationship you want? I’m passionate and skilled at working with individuals and couples struggling with life transitions, relationship difficulties, premarital concerns, anxiety, attachment, self-esteem, and family discord. I see my clients as unique, strong, and capable beings and I utilize your strengths to support bringing about positive change. I believe we all need a shoulder to cry on and a place to be honest + vulnerable, so my goal is that you feel safe and comfortable in session.
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Avis Calhoun
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60607 (Online Only)
I firmly believe in the importance of honesty and rapport in therapy, ensuring a trusted and autonomous therapist-client relationship.
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.
I firmly believe in the importance of honesty and rapport in therapy, ensuring a trusted and autonomous therapist-client relationship.
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.
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Danielle Simmons
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60607 (Online Only)
I currently have openings for couples and individual clients.
Hello. Are you an adult, 18 years or older, seeking a safe, judgment-free space to talk out your concerns? With 10 years experience as a therapist, I've devoted my life to understanding and supporting wellness. We all know life can be isolating and unpredictable at times. Are you experiencing *Adjustments to Significant Life Transitions *Feelings of Stuckness or Despair *Identity Related Concerns *LGBTQIQA Concerns *Management of Racial & Cultural Tensions * Challenges with Boundary Setting *Anger Management *Conflict Resolution *Grief/ Loss *Career Related Concerns *Managing Family Related Responsibilities *Mindful Living *Issues with Anxiety or Stress Management?
I currently have openings for couples and individual clients.
Hello. Are you an adult, 18 years or older, seeking a safe, judgment-free space to talk out your concerns? With 10 years experience as a therapist, I've devoted my life to understanding and supporting wellness. We all know life can be isolating and unpredictable at times. Are you experiencing *Adjustments to Significant Life Transitions *Feelings of Stuckness or Despair *Identity Related Concerns *LGBTQIQA Concerns *Management of Racial & Cultural Tensions * Challenges with Boundary Setting *Anger Management *Conflict Resolution *Grief/ Loss *Career Related Concerns *Managing Family Related Responsibilities *Mindful Living *Issues with Anxiety or Stress Management?
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Shirley Khong
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I specialize in supporting clients through a range of emotional challenges, including anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, relationship transitions, and depression.
The world today is so loud with everything and everyone buzzing in your ear telling you how to live your life or how you are "doing things wrong". You care so much about others' needs and wants that maybe you forget your own. Or that you have a voice. Or that you can take up space. Your emotions may feel out of control which may make you feel not like yourself. "What's wrong with me?" you might ask. I want to help you create a quiet space for reflection on what YOU want your life to be like. Giving you permission to fully be un-apologetically you.
As a therapist, I specialize in supporting clients through a range of emotional challenges, including anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, relationship transitions, and depression.
The world today is so loud with everything and everyone buzzing in your ear telling you how to live your life or how you are "doing things wrong". You care so much about others' needs and wants that maybe you forget your own. Or that you have a voice. Or that you can take up space. Your emotions may feel out of control which may make you feel not like yourself. "What's wrong with me?" you might ask. I want to help you create a quiet space for reflection on what YOU want your life to be like. Giving you permission to fully be un-apologetically you.
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Alyse R Malmborg
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
I am a certified anxiety specialist but also work with ADHD, relationship issues, teaching about effective communication, boundaries and life transitions.
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!
I am a certified anxiety specialist but also work with ADHD, relationship issues, teaching about effective communication, boundaries and life transitions.
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!
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Shaheen Bronkowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60607 (Online Only)
One of the beautiful things I have the privilege of witnessing as a therapist is the ever-evolving changes and awareness clients develop throughout their healing and growth process. I fully believe that each and every one of us is worth investing the work within ourselves when we develop the courage to seek help. I consider the therapeutic relationship with clients to be a team effort towards reaching the client’s desired goals and outcomes in a safe, non-judgmental space.
One of the beautiful things I have the privilege of witnessing as a therapist is the ever-evolving changes and awareness clients develop throughout their healing and growth process. I fully believe that each and every one of us is worth investing the work within ourselves when we develop the courage to seek help. I consider the therapeutic relationship with clients to be a team effort towards reaching the client’s desired goals and outcomes in a safe, non-judgmental space.
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Tara Thomason
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661
My approach to therapy is reflective, authentic and insight oriented, with an emphasis on creating a trusting and collaborative relationship. With more than 20 years experience working with individuals, couples and families, my practice is informed by clinical expertise in treating symptoms of trauma, depression, and anxiety. I also counsel for issues related to life transitions, complex relationships, intimacy, parenting, identity, grief and loss. I greet clients with openness and curiosity, engaging a process that best fits their individual needs.
My approach to therapy is reflective, authentic and insight oriented, with an emphasis on creating a trusting and collaborative relationship. With more than 20 years experience working with individuals, couples and families, my practice is informed by clinical expertise in treating symptoms of trauma, depression, and anxiety. I also counsel for issues related to life transitions, complex relationships, intimacy, parenting, identity, grief and loss. I greet clients with openness and curiosity, engaging a process that best fits their individual needs.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCW, PMH-C, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
I know it can be isolating to navigate anxiety, relationship issues, or the complexities of pregnancy and parenting without someone in your corner.
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 know it can be isolating to navigate anxiety, relationship issues, or the complexities of pregnancy and parenting without someone in your corner.
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.
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Marcus Leaks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661
Searching for a therapist can be overwhelming, even more so when you are going through life challenges and have limited energy to spare. Therapy can provide a space for healing, clarity, and growth, and the relationship between therapist and client has been found to be the most important ingredient in that process. I approach my work with flexibility, compassion, and a deep respect for self-determination. I firmly believe you are the expert in your experience.
Searching for a therapist can be overwhelming, even more so when you are going through life challenges and have limited energy to spare. Therapy can provide a space for healing, clarity, and growth, and the relationship between therapist and client has been found to be the most important ingredient in that process. I approach my work with flexibility, compassion, and a deep respect for self-determination. I firmly believe you are the expert in your experience.
![Photo of Tori DiBona, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1b907bdb-5af1-4f0c-943a-901d0fecb31d/1/320x400.png)
Tori DiBona
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
Have you been struggling to determine your priorities, values, or life purpose? Are there unresolved issues that are impacting your well-being? Have you been unsuccessful at finding a long-term solution to enhancing the quality of the current state of your relationships? Is there a lack of kindness, appreciation, or love present in your close relationships? Has it been difficult to consistently get your needs/wants met within your relationships with others? I work with individuals, couples, partnerships (polyamorous-friendly) and families located in Colorado and Illinois to help answer as well as find solutions to these questions.
Have you been struggling to determine your priorities, values, or life purpose? Are there unresolved issues that are impacting your well-being? Have you been unsuccessful at finding a long-term solution to enhancing the quality of the current state of your relationships? Is there a lack of kindness, appreciation, or love present in your close relationships? Has it been difficult to consistently get your needs/wants met within your relationships with others? I work with individuals, couples, partnerships (polyamorous-friendly) and families located in Colorado and Illinois to help answer as well as find solutions to these questions.
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Maureen D. Zigulich
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60607
Adults, Teens, and Couples: Career exploration and navigation, Relationships romantic and non-romantic, Eating disorders, Self harm, Self identity exploration including LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to knowing yourself. Seeking therapy is a brave and honorable act. Healing and growth come from inviting ourselves to listen to our mind and body so we are able to approach life with self awareness and acceptance. By creating a safe space where one can feel heard, understood and accepted, I use humor and warmth to help clients gain insight, self awareness and finding resiliency in life's challenges.
Adults, Teens, and Couples: Career exploration and navigation, Relationships romantic and non-romantic, Eating disorders, Self harm, Self identity exploration including LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to knowing yourself. Seeking therapy is a brave and honorable act. Healing and growth come from inviting ourselves to listen to our mind and body so we are able to approach life with self awareness and acceptance. By creating a safe space where one can feel heard, understood and accepted, I use humor and warmth to help clients gain insight, self awareness and finding resiliency in life's challenges.
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Joi C Basley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60607 (Online Only)
Specialties: ADD/ADHD, Eating Disorders, Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Family Issues, Stress, Women's Issues, and Grief, Loss Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused, Relational, Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Multi-Systemic (MST).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctorate degree in Social Work with a wealth of experiencing in psychotherapy. I have worked with clients from a wide range of concerns including: post-traumatic stress, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, family conflict, grief and loss, and emotional abuse. Additionally, I have worked in the field of social work and mental health for over 20 years assisting individuals and families.
Specialties: ADD/ADHD, Eating Disorders, Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Family Issues, Stress, Women's Issues, and Grief, Loss Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused, Relational, Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Multi-Systemic (MST).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctorate degree in Social Work with a wealth of experiencing in psychotherapy. I have worked with clients from a wide range of concerns including: post-traumatic stress, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, family conflict, grief and loss, and emotional abuse. Additionally, I have worked in the field of social work and mental health for over 20 years assisting individuals and families.
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As a Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Intern, I specialize in working with couples and families navigating challenges, life transitions, relationship issues, and complex family dynamics. I strive to create a space that is safe, calm, inclusive, and rooted in acceptance.
As a Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Intern, I specialize in working with couples and families navigating challenges, life transitions, relationship issues, and complex family dynamics. I strive to create a space that is safe, calm, inclusive, and rooted in acceptance.
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I am experienced in working with couples navigating issues of perpetual conflict, infidelity, life transitions, sexual dissatisfaction, and loss of connection.
Please visit my website for more information about my practice: www.DrAlexandraLuger.com
I am experienced in working with couples navigating issues of perpetual conflict, infidelity, life transitions, sexual dissatisfaction, and loss of connection.
Please visit my website for more information about my practice: www.DrAlexandraLuger.com
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Starting therapy, whether it is the first time or restarting therapy, takes courage and yet is challenging at the same time. Then finding the right therapist can be an additional overwhelming process. Perhaps you’re questioning will you be understood and not judged? I believe the ability for a client to make lasting change in their life depends in part on the value of the therapeutic relationship. That is why I am honored to be present when any client shares their life with me in the therapy session.
Starting therapy, whether it is the first time or restarting therapy, takes courage and yet is challenging at the same time. Then finding the right therapist can be an additional overwhelming process. Perhaps you’re questioning will you be understood and not judged? I believe the ability for a client to make lasting change in their life depends in part on the value of the therapeutic relationship. That is why I am honored to be present when any client shares their life with me in the therapy session.
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Winnie Landon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
I approach therapy from an anti-oppressive, feminist, sex positive and trauma-informed lens that views the therapeutic relationship one of equal participants, and values mutual collaboration from everyone involved.
As a black, mixed-race, pansexual, cisgender woman and part of other pleasure-focused communities, I know from experience how important it is to create a safe, empowering and affirming therapy space that will foster trust and allow us to acknowledge the nuances and beauties of your intersecting identities and unique inner self. I enjoy working with adults from diverse backgrounds and am committed to understanding your unique experience.
I approach therapy from an anti-oppressive, feminist, sex positive and trauma-informed lens that views the therapeutic relationship one of equal participants, and values mutual collaboration from everyone involved.
As a black, mixed-race, pansexual, cisgender woman and part of other pleasure-focused communities, I know from experience how important it is to create a safe, empowering and affirming therapy space that will foster trust and allow us to acknowledge the nuances and beauties of your intersecting identities and unique inner self. I enjoy working with adults from diverse backgrounds and am committed to understanding your unique experience.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.