In Person Therapists in Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL
Elise F Lennard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, ACSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60613
In 30+ years of practice, I have seen individuals, couples, and families dealing with a wide variety of concerns. I try to provide my clients with an accepting, supportive environment in which they can openly express themselves. I view therapy as a collaborative endeavor. In line with this, I see myself as actively engaging clients in a process of better understanding themselves and figuring out ways of making the changes they seek. I have extensive experience in psychodynamic psychotherapy, couple counseling, and family systems work, and see clients in short term solution-focused treatment as well as longer term intensive therapy.
In 30+ years of practice, I have seen individuals, couples, and families dealing with a wide variety of concerns. I try to provide my clients with an accepting, supportive environment in which they can openly express themselves. I view therapy as a collaborative endeavor. In line with this, I see myself as actively engaging clients in a process of better understanding themselves and figuring out ways of making the changes they seek. I have extensive experience in psychodynamic psychotherapy, couple counseling, and family systems work, and see clients in short term solution-focused treatment as well as longer term intensive therapy.
Lashaun Dumas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
Hi, my name is La Shaun Dumas, I am a licensed clinical social worker. My approach to therapy includes implementing active listening skills and providing positive regard in an effort to establish a rapport that will may allow for genuine information sharing. Areas of focus include, trauma-informed engaging, childhood developmental stages awareness, competencies regarding LGBTQ+, dating violence/abuse, anxiety disorders, mindfulness, and emotional wellness.
Hi, my name is La Shaun Dumas, I am a licensed clinical social worker. My approach to therapy includes implementing active listening skills and providing positive regard in an effort to establish a rapport that will may allow for genuine information sharing. Areas of focus include, trauma-informed engaging, childhood developmental stages awareness, competencies regarding LGBTQ+, dating violence/abuse, anxiety disorders, mindfulness, and emotional wellness.
Kaitlan Johnson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD(c), MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Kaitlan Johnson, and I am a licensed counselor dedicated to helping adults, couples, and adolescents learn new skills to help them navigate the stressors that life brings. My approach to therapy is rooted in EFT, multicultural, person-centered, CBT, and sex therapy theoretical frameworks. I believe that each person’s journey is unique, and I am here to help assist you along your path to mental wellness. In my practice, I prioritize creating a brave, non-judgmental space where you can hopefully feel comfortable and we can collaborate on achieving your therapeutic goals.
My name is Kaitlan Johnson, and I am a licensed counselor dedicated to helping adults, couples, and adolescents learn new skills to help them navigate the stressors that life brings. My approach to therapy is rooted in EFT, multicultural, person-centered, CBT, and sex therapy theoretical frameworks. I believe that each person’s journey is unique, and I am here to help assist you along your path to mental wellness. In my practice, I prioritize creating a brave, non-judgmental space where you can hopefully feel comfortable and we can collaborate on achieving your therapeutic goals.
I work in collaboration with my clients to help move them towards reaching their full potential. I utilize both coaching techniques and research-validated behavioral change strategies in order to provide meaningful and lasting change. My experience and interest is in working with individuals, couples, and families. I understand that each professional relationship requires creativity, an understanding of the unique experiences and perspectives each individuals brings to the table, and a solid foundation of trust.
I work in collaboration with my clients to help move them towards reaching their full potential. I utilize both coaching techniques and research-validated behavioral change strategies in order to provide meaningful and lasting change. My experience and interest is in working with individuals, couples, and families. I understand that each professional relationship requires creativity, an understanding of the unique experiences and perspectives each individuals brings to the table, and a solid foundation of trust.
Rachel E Cull
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
Dr. Cull works from an integrative, strength-based model, utilizing her training in systemic, transgenerational and intrapsychic models of change, while also embracing meditation, mindfulness, and more "here and now" cognitive-behavioral skills clients can apply immediately. She easily connects to the similar parts in all of us, while still celebrating our unique individuality.She has an engaging, warm, relational style, and her natural and sometimes witty demeanor creates a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere, safe for exploration and recovery.
Dr. Cull works from an integrative, strength-based model, utilizing her training in systemic, transgenerational and intrapsychic models of change, while also embracing meditation, mindfulness, and more "here and now" cognitive-behavioral skills clients can apply immediately. She easily connects to the similar parts in all of us, while still celebrating our unique individuality.She has an engaging, warm, relational style, and her natural and sometimes witty demeanor creates a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere, safe for exploration and recovery.
Jd Ferrell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
I am currently accepting new clients, and I offer in-person and telehealth therapy. I help people navigate their lives with understanding for who they are in a complex world. I want to know who you are, what systems and barriers are getting in your way, and how I can support you in exploring a path that is right for you. I am passionate about exploring identity and the way the world sees us, how we see ourselves, and how it shapes the challenges we face. I work with people navigating issues around race, relationships, gender, sexuality, and personal growth.
I am currently accepting new clients, and I offer in-person and telehealth therapy. I help people navigate their lives with understanding for who they are in a complex world. I want to know who you are, what systems and barriers are getting in your way, and how I can support you in exploring a path that is right for you. I am passionate about exploring identity and the way the world sees us, how we see ourselves, and how it shapes the challenges we face. I work with people navigating issues around race, relationships, gender, sexuality, and personal growth.
I am a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of relationships, marriages, and single life. With a growing focus on sex therapy, I am committed to addressing the complex dynamics of relational and sexual health. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, worry about being single forever, are frustrated with your sex life, have trauma that you would like to process, I am here for you.
I am a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of relationships, marriages, and single life. With a growing focus on sex therapy, I am committed to addressing the complex dynamics of relational and sexual health. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, worry about being single forever, are frustrated with your sex life, have trauma that you would like to process, I am here for you.
Cynthia Rivera
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
I believe that challenges can present opportunities for healing and growth. In my work with clients, I provide a space where one can feel understood, supported and empowered. I truly believe that effective therapy is based in a genuine and collaborative relationship between the client and therapist. Through this approach, I help clients to manage difficult emotions, address adverse thought patterns, and improve upon factors that may hinder one's quality of life.
I believe that challenges can present opportunities for healing and growth. In my work with clients, I provide a space where one can feel understood, supported and empowered. I truly believe that effective therapy is based in a genuine and collaborative relationship between the client and therapist. Through this approach, I help clients to manage difficult emotions, address adverse thought patterns, and improve upon factors that may hinder one's quality of life.
Lynne Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
I believe in using a person-centered approach to meet each person where they are. My therapy is solution-focused, and I encourage people to recognize their strengths, while providing evidence-based therapeutic tools as guidance.
I believe in using a person-centered approach to meet each person where they are. My therapy is solution-focused, and I encourage people to recognize their strengths, while providing evidence-based therapeutic tools as guidance.
Hannah Cericola
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
I am a therapist who believes therapy should be an inviting place for clients to feel comfortable exploring struggles and appreciating strengths. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients struggling in areas of anxiety and depression, processing trauma, self-esteem issues, challenges in peer/relational relationships, and developing healthy coping skills. My sensitive methods acknowledge vulnerability in discussing matters to improve the client's well-being.
I am a therapist who believes therapy should be an inviting place for clients to feel comfortable exploring struggles and appreciating strengths. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients struggling in areas of anxiety and depression, processing trauma, self-esteem issues, challenges in peer/relational relationships, and developing healthy coping skills. My sensitive methods acknowledge vulnerability in discussing matters to improve the client's well-being.
Timothy Armon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
Are you looking for a non-judgmental therapist who will meet you where you're at? Do you want to live intentionally and feel more connected to your life? As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in addiction and helping individuals overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma. Together, we'll work towards intentional living, cultivating resilience, and creating a plan for positive change. I offer a safe, warm space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Let's find connection and purpose in your life. I work with diverse individuals and welcome anyone seeking support.
Are you looking for a non-judgmental therapist who will meet you where you're at? Do you want to live intentionally and feel more connected to your life? As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in addiction and helping individuals overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma. Together, we'll work towards intentional living, cultivating resilience, and creating a plan for positive change. I offer a safe, warm space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Let's find connection and purpose in your life. I work with diverse individuals and welcome anyone seeking support.
Clara Hamel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
Emotional health and wellness is inextricably intertwined with our physical health and wellness. As such, mental and emotional health services should be a priority for each of us. Counseling provides an avenue for self-reflection and growth that anyone striving to live a fuller and more fulfilled life can benefit from.
Emotional health and wellness is inextricably intertwined with our physical health and wellness. As such, mental and emotional health services should be a priority for each of us. Counseling provides an avenue for self-reflection and growth that anyone striving to live a fuller and more fulfilled life can benefit from.
Gabriela Brizuela
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
Hi, I’m Gabriela (she/ her/ ella)! Our work in therapy is about the core essence of what it means to be human, to love, to hurt, to hurt others, and to help. I am rooting for you! I know that what brings you here may feel overwhelming, but this is the first step. I believe therapy should be collaborative and inclusive. I bring a lot of energy and humor as well as compassion and understanding to my sessions.
Hi, I’m Gabriela (she/ her/ ella)! Our work in therapy is about the core essence of what it means to be human, to love, to hurt, to hurt others, and to help. I am rooting for you! I know that what brings you here may feel overwhelming, but this is the first step. I believe therapy should be collaborative and inclusive. I bring a lot of energy and humor as well as compassion and understanding to my sessions.
Clarissa Granados
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP, CCTP, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
As a bilingual, Latina, first generation social worker, I know that trying new things can be exciting, unpredictable, and even scary! Wherever you are in your healing journey, therapy is a big step to take, and I'm glad you are here. While I believe you already have what it takes to succeed, a trained therapist can join you to support your unique journey and provide customized skills-training and tools to overcome life’s challenges. Bringing in several years of clinical and leadership experience, I utilize a comprehensive and strengths-based approach that incorporates various modalities, including but not limited to the below:
As a bilingual, Latina, first generation social worker, I know that trying new things can be exciting, unpredictable, and even scary! Wherever you are in your healing journey, therapy is a big step to take, and I'm glad you are here. While I believe you already have what it takes to succeed, a trained therapist can join you to support your unique journey and provide customized skills-training and tools to overcome life’s challenges. Bringing in several years of clinical and leadership experience, I utilize a comprehensive and strengths-based approach that incorporates various modalities, including but not limited to the below:
Angie Whitfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
Waitlist for new clients
Greetings! Thanks for stopping by and reading my profile. I know that finding the right therapist-client relationship is vital to the therapeutic process and as such something I prioritize. I truly enjoy learning about and working with all of my clients and helping them use their strengths to meet their goals. We work together to build a strong therapeutic partnership that is holistic, strength-based, person-centered and considers cultural beliefs and backgrounds. I am bilingual (fluent in Spanish) and have a passion for tailoring treatment to meet the specific needs of the person. My style is compassionate and relational.
Greetings! Thanks for stopping by and reading my profile. I know that finding the right therapist-client relationship is vital to the therapeutic process and as such something I prioritize. I truly enjoy learning about and working with all of my clients and helping them use their strengths to meet their goals. We work together to build a strong therapeutic partnership that is holistic, strength-based, person-centered and considers cultural beliefs and backgrounds. I am bilingual (fluent in Spanish) and have a passion for tailoring treatment to meet the specific needs of the person. My style is compassionate and relational.
Ashley Robinson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
I believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without shame or judgment. I provide a safe, caring and confidential environment for clients to explore their feelings, beliefs and clarify their goals. Something unique about my approach is that I use a strength-based approach, tailoring my approach to each client’s interest for engagement. I have a unique ability to help explore and discover your true identity, sexual expression, sexuality, and gender identity. I became a therapist to support the disruption of generational cycles that are not helpful while building confidence.
I believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without shame or judgment. I provide a safe, caring and confidential environment for clients to explore their feelings, beliefs and clarify their goals. Something unique about my approach is that I use a strength-based approach, tailoring my approach to each client’s interest for engagement. I have a unique ability to help explore and discover your true identity, sexual expression, sexuality, and gender identity. I became a therapist to support the disruption of generational cycles that are not helpful while building confidence.
Colleen Napleton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
My focus is on helping parents find balance, learn self-care, loosen the guilt and learn about their littles. I help those in all types of parenting roles with their new or changing identities as they're shifted into a life different than the one they once had. Parenthood brings to the surface a lot of old feelings and wounds that often need to be processed as well as figuring out which patterns are being played out from their own childhood and if there are any they need help not repeating. I have a specialty in babies, toddlers and preschoolers but assist them by working with their parents. I do 1:1 therapy with adults and kids.
My focus is on helping parents find balance, learn self-care, loosen the guilt and learn about their littles. I help those in all types of parenting roles with their new or changing identities as they're shifted into a life different than the one they once had. Parenthood brings to the surface a lot of old feelings and wounds that often need to be processed as well as figuring out which patterns are being played out from their own childhood and if there are any they need help not repeating. I have a specialty in babies, toddlers and preschoolers but assist them by working with their parents. I do 1:1 therapy with adults and kids.
The Family Institute at Northwestern University
Psychologist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
Through research, education and clinical services, The Family Institute at Northwestern University is one of the nation's leading relationship-based behavioral health organizations committed to strengthening and healing the whole family system by bringing together the right partners to support children, adults, couples and families across the lifespan. As researchers, educators and therapists, we work with our clients and PARTNER TO SEE CHANGE. By weaving together 175 therapists and therapists-in-training, we create a high quality, collaborative system of behavioral health care. One that gets results.
Through research, education and clinical services, The Family Institute at Northwestern University is one of the nation's leading relationship-based behavioral health organizations committed to strengthening and healing the whole family system by bringing together the right partners to support children, adults, couples and families across the lifespan. As researchers, educators and therapists, we work with our clients and PARTNER TO SEE CHANGE. By weaving together 175 therapists and therapists-in-training, we create a high quality, collaborative system of behavioral health care. One that gets results.
Priscilla Anzaldua
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
I am a bilingual and bi-cultural therapist who values the strength of a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship. You might feel overwhelmed with finding a therapist if you are already feeling stuck. It can be hard to find someone to disclose your feelings to a "new person" during your time of vulnerability. My warm, empathetic, and non-directive approach has helped those new to therapy feel comfortable disclosing their most difficult emotions and experiences. My approach is collaborative, where I can guide you to find the right tools to feel in control of your life again.
I am a bilingual and bi-cultural therapist who values the strength of a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship. You might feel overwhelmed with finding a therapist if you are already feeling stuck. It can be hard to find someone to disclose your feelings to a "new person" during your time of vulnerability. My warm, empathetic, and non-directive approach has helped those new to therapy feel comfortable disclosing their most difficult emotions and experiences. My approach is collaborative, where I can guide you to find the right tools to feel in control of your life again.
Paula Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Back of the Yards, Chicago, IL 60609
Not accepting new clients
Most mental health symptoms can be traced back to trauma; it’s not what's wrong with you, but what has happened to you. When there is trauma, negative beliefs are created, inhibiting our ability to function fully, affecting the way we view ourselves, others, and the world we live in. We may feel that if we could just "push through" or bury our symptoms and memories, that is enough, until it isn't. In the beginning of therapy, we focus on symptom relief and stabilization with self-care, coping skills, psychoeducation, and boundary setting. This provides the foundation for processing and releasing the traumas.
Most mental health symptoms can be traced back to trauma; it’s not what's wrong with you, but what has happened to you. When there is trauma, negative beliefs are created, inhibiting our ability to function fully, affecting the way we view ourselves, others, and the world we live in. We may feel that if we could just "push through" or bury our symptoms and memories, that is enough, until it isn't. In the beginning of therapy, we focus on symptom relief and stabilization with self-care, coping skills, psychoeducation, and boundary setting. This provides the foundation for processing and releasing the traumas.
