Therapists in Dearborn Park, Chicago, IL

Now accepting new clients! As a therapist, I warmly welcome you as you are. My goal is to hold a safe space for you to support your intention for growth and healing. Whether you are returning to therapy or beginning for the first time, together we will work to figure out what is holding you back and how to overcome it. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapist and value the intersection of individuals' identities - including gender, race, ethnicity, and sexuality.

Hi! My name is Sandy and I am Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) providing counseling to teenagers (12+) and adults in Illinois. My past clinical experience includes working with adolescents and adults, and veterans, especially those with past trauma and/or those who struggle with anxiety and depression. I also am passionate about working with immigrants, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ community members and multicultural populations. I especially believe in providing support for these populations as they are often systematically underserved and overlooked in behavioral health and healthcare.

Penny is an LCPC in the State of Illinois with 25 years of experience working with anxiety using a relational, mindfulness-based perspective with neuroscientific facts about how the brain works, which helps improve compliance with coping skills & therapy outcomes. Penny also borrows from CBT, ACT, and DBT. People often seek therapy when they realize that their coping skills are ineffective for their current situation & no longer serve them. She works with clients to create awareness of when thought misperceptions arise, explore how past experiences shape them, & differentiate between reacting versus responding to a situation.

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.

Dr. Rios works with a broad spectrum of clients and has experiences in working with clients with a range of problems including: depression, anxiety, trauma, school problems, and relationship difficulties. Dr. Rios specializes in individual, couples and family therapy with children, adolescents, and adults of diverse backgrounds. She enjoys learning and understanding the unique elements that all of her clients bring with them in therapy. Dr. Rios values her relationships with her clients and sees the therapy relationship as one of mutual respect and trust.

Navigating significant transitions is challenging for everyone, particularly when they impact your identity, culture, or values. During our therapy sessions, we will dedicate time and space to explore, define, and deepen your understanding of yourself, your relationships with others, and your connection to the world. By articulating difficult feelings, you will gain control over strong emotions rather than letting them control you. My goal is to empower my clients to discover their inner resources in the face of transitions, especially those that evoke feelings of instability, loss, isolation, uncertainty, and fear.

As a couples therapist I create a calm and non-judgmental environment for clients to connect (or reconnect) in ways they have been unable to on their own. Most people are often surprised that they have vulnerable, emotional, and confident sides of themselves. I have found that when people are able to tap into these skill sets, change is almost inevitable. My favorite thing about being a therapist is helping couples see the impact that vulnerability can have on improving their relationship. I believe that every relationship hits bumps and struggles, but, with help, everyone is capable of change.

I’m happy you’re here! I believe that healing takes place in relationship. My therapeutic approach is reflective, humanist, and conversational. I work through Relational-Cultural, Feminist and Person-Centered theoretical frameworks. We will work together to create a space of healing that is non-judgmental and grounded in self-directive, goal-oriented, and strengths-based work. There is not a one-size-fits-all approach to the therapeutic relationship, so our work together will be tailored to best address your needs.

Using evidence-based techniques, I will help you look for patterns in your thinking or actions that may be causing problems, often rooted in trauma. I will help you establish healthier relationships, develop better coping skills, set boundaries and aid your ability to connect to your body & emotions while learning to regulate them effectively. Using a warm, genuine and goal-focused approach, you can be assured that whatever issue you have come to therapy to address, I will work to gently, but firmly encourage you to help resolve it. I emphasize praise and rewards for achievements, relying on your strengths as motivators for change.

I specialize in working with clients struggling to find balance within emotional highs/lows, dealing with life transitions, anxiety that can show up as racing thoughts or excessive worry and low self-esteem. I primarily use DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based CBT to provide evidence-based coping strategies and resources. By showing up authentically, my goal is to create a safe space for you to feel heard, empowered, and collaboratively work towards accomplishing your goals.