Christian Therapists in Dearborn Park, Chicago, IL

My ideal client seeks a non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and reality. They may face trauma, substance use, behavioral concerns, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, gender identity, cultural challenges, or sexuality questions. They could be teens, adults 18+, parents, or families looking for support. Their goal is to feel heard, understood, and empowered, creating lasting change beyond our sessions. They desire a supportive, empathetic environment to achieve personal growth.

Are you feeling depressed, hopeless, or not sure how to work through some past hurts and traumas you may have experienced? Are you dealing with anxiety in your relationships or unsure how to uncover your own identity? If so, I would love to help you. I have extensive experience in working with trauma, relationship trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Everyone has a story that has defined their life up until this moment. It is my commitment to help you feel empowered to be the author of your own story.

I help high-achieving women stop performing and start living authentically. You've worked hard to build a successful life and career. While you’re proud of your accomplishments, the demands of your life leave you feeling anxious, stressed and overwhelmed. And what's worse is the success you've worked so hard for doesn't feel as fulfilling as you thought it would. Few people know you’re struggling because you’re always polished and in performance mode even though your inner life is chaotic. You need a space where you can be free to focus on taking care of yourself.

I identify as a Black, queer therapist and use feminine and non-binary pronouns. I have 7 years of experience working with young adults, adults, and older adults for individual and couple’s therapy. I also have experience working with undergraduate and graduate students. Some of my specialty areas are anxiety, depression, complex trauma (racial, sexual, medical, developmental/childhood, intergenerational, and religious), life transitions, work stress, ADHD, postpartum and perinatal concerns, sexual functioning, kink/BDSM/poly, interpersonal relationships, grief, LGBTQIA+, and substance use.

Hyde Park Counseling&Therapy is rooted in a wellness model & strength based philosophy. The therapist, April Robinson, strives to promote peace & authenticity within the self. She provides an environment & process to facilitate clients in the journey of self-exploration, self-education, & personal growth. Her therapeutic work is rooted in humanistic & cognitive behavioral techniques. In addition to this framework other traditional or non-traditional techniques may be used when appropriate. She treats mental health issues ranging from mild stressors to traumatic or severe conditions. She works to help each client alleviate his or her discomfort no matter how acute or chronic.

Are you wondering if you’ll ever be “good-enough?” Are you constantly questioning your self-worth and finding it difficult to regard yourself with loving self-compassion? Do you find yourself overly extending yourself to others in effort to feel valued and wanted? Are you feeling a sense of emptiness that just won’t go away? Are you constantly exhausted with feelings of loneliness, shame and guilt within your relationships? Are the relationships with yourself and others challenged by your sense of unworthiness and brokenness? Do you want to experience a healthier you but you’re not sure of how to experience such change? If yes, you’re not alone and there is hope!

I feel that much of the work of psychotherapy takes place in the context of the relationship. To that end, I endeavor to create a safe and supportive environment within which a productive working relationship can develop. In this relationship, clients can expect a balance of empathy, respect, and gentle encouragement to do the very difficult work of healing, personal change, and growth. This approach to therapy has enabled me to work successfully with a diverse group of individuals with an array of clinical presentations.