In Person Therapists in Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL
Emma Coate, LCSW - Lake Park Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
Waitlist for new clients
I understand that making the decision to begin therapy can be as daunting as it is positive. I will provide a warm, supportive space to begin to sort out life's challenges. I believe that everyone has the resilient capacity to create change and will help guide clients toward healthy goals by letting go of past issues, negative thoughts, and/or unwanted behaviors. As an experienced, licensed psychotherapist with a masters degree in clinical social work from the University of Chicago, I have been a practicing social worker since 2004 and a psychotherapist since 2011.
I understand that making the decision to begin therapy can be as daunting as it is positive. I will provide a warm, supportive space to begin to sort out life's challenges. I believe that everyone has the resilient capacity to create change and will help guide clients toward healthy goals by letting go of past issues, negative thoughts, and/or unwanted behaviors. As an experienced, licensed psychotherapist with a masters degree in clinical social work from the University of Chicago, I have been a practicing social worker since 2004 and a psychotherapist since 2011.
City Counseling Center
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
Our work combines years of professional training, a diverse set of work experiences, and multiple clinical interests with a philosophy of supporting clients through the power of the therapeutic relationship. We don't believe in a "one size fits all" approach to therapy. Instead, we cherish the identity of each unique individual and believe in collaborating with clients to find the approach that best suits their needs. At City Counseling Center you will find a confidential space to be heard, supported, and to find change within yourself.
Our work combines years of professional training, a diverse set of work experiences, and multiple clinical interests with a philosophy of supporting clients through the power of the therapeutic relationship. We don't believe in a "one size fits all" approach to therapy. Instead, we cherish the identity of each unique individual and believe in collaborating with clients to find the approach that best suits their needs. At City Counseling Center you will find a confidential space to be heard, supported, and to find change within yourself.
Growing up, my kitchen counter was an innovative space for the love, joy, pain, community, reimagining, grief, & messiness that life can be. This is what my therapeutic space feels like: a sit at the kitchen counter where you can find release, ease, and home. I see myself as a container by which folks can meet the most aligned version of themselves and cultivate a life that is truly their own. It would be such an honor to hold space for you on your journey back home to yourself. I am dedicated to holding space for all BIPOC folks, but especially women, femmes, and nonbinary folks through their healing journeys
Growing up, my kitchen counter was an innovative space for the love, joy, pain, community, reimagining, grief, & messiness that life can be. This is what my therapeutic space feels like: a sit at the kitchen counter where you can find release, ease, and home. I see myself as a container by which folks can meet the most aligned version of themselves and cultivate a life that is truly their own. It would be such an honor to hold space for you on your journey back home to yourself. I am dedicated to holding space for all BIPOC folks, but especially women, femmes, and nonbinary folks through their healing journeys
Gari Danielle Matsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PhD-C
Verified Verified
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
The first step in personal growth, is accepting that there is room to grow. My approach to therapy is helping clients access tools to grow. To understand oneself is to have insight and awareness about the desired and undesired aspects of our experiences. I currently see children, adolescents, young adults, middle adults, and couples. Experiencing heightened emotional states can feel overwhelming and uncomfortable. I am here to partner with you on your journey to building resilience and feeling capable and comfortable doing the difficult things! I hold a Bachelor’s degree and double Master’s Degree and am pursuing a PsyD.
The first step in personal growth, is accepting that there is room to grow. My approach to therapy is helping clients access tools to grow. To understand oneself is to have insight and awareness about the desired and undesired aspects of our experiences. I currently see children, adolescents, young adults, middle adults, and couples. Experiencing heightened emotional states can feel overwhelming and uncomfortable. I am here to partner with you on your journey to building resilience and feeling capable and comfortable doing the difficult things! I hold a Bachelor’s degree and double Master’s Degree and am pursuing a PsyD.
Lakeitta Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
Do you feel overwhelmed and drained from challenges you have experienced in your life? Do find yourself feeling sad and guilty about things that have happened to you? Feelings similar to this can often lead to overthinking about decisions and relationships and as a result feeling misunderstood and unhappy. As your therapist, I will provide a safe and supportive space while we navigate the difficulties you are facing. I’ll provide you a place where you can express yourself authentically and talk through challenging moments with care while honoring your unique strengths and identities.
Do you feel overwhelmed and drained from challenges you have experienced in your life? Do find yourself feeling sad and guilty about things that have happened to you? Feelings similar to this can often lead to overthinking about decisions and relationships and as a result feeling misunderstood and unhappy. As your therapist, I will provide a safe and supportive space while we navigate the difficulties you are facing. I’ll provide you a place where you can express yourself authentically and talk through challenging moments with care while honoring your unique strengths and identities.
Tiffany Bernard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
Navigating life is challenging, and sometimes we could use a little help becoming the best versions of ourselves. Sometimes we struggle with depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, stress, racial identity, feeling stuck, and traumatic situations. But, you do not have to work through it alone; it all happens to be my area of expertise. I help adults and couples overcome those obstacles and transform their lives. My 18-year career has been devoted to supporting and empowering others, especially BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) clients.
Navigating life is challenging, and sometimes we could use a little help becoming the best versions of ourselves. Sometimes we struggle with depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, stress, racial identity, feeling stuck, and traumatic situations. But, you do not have to work through it alone; it all happens to be my area of expertise. I help adults and couples overcome those obstacles and transform their lives. My 18-year career has been devoted to supporting and empowering others, especially BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) clients.
Katrina Gainey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
Children convey their needs and challenges through their behavior. This can often leave parents feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about how to offer effective support. My approach involves working closely with the children and parents to help them uncover the underlying meaning behind these behaviors. I work with the child to help improve their emotional regulation skills. Together, we engage in thoughtful reflection on the dynamics within their relationships, and interactions. This effort is focused on improving the overall mental health and well-being of the child, as well as strengthening their familial bonds.
Children convey their needs and challenges through their behavior. This can often leave parents feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about how to offer effective support. My approach involves working closely with the children and parents to help them uncover the underlying meaning behind these behaviors. I work with the child to help improve their emotional regulation skills. Together, we engage in thoughtful reflection on the dynamics within their relationships, and interactions. This effort is focused on improving the overall mental health and well-being of the child, as well as strengthening their familial bonds.
Lytashia Davis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
My ideal client (s) are individuals, couples and families. I enjoy working with adults and families who want to improve their process for self care and learn healthy coping skills. I also enjoy working with couples who want to learn how to communicate effectively, identify and resolve issues, and develop a sense of purpose to keep going.
My ideal client (s) are individuals, couples and families. I enjoy working with adults and families who want to improve their process for self care and learn healthy coping skills. I also enjoy working with couples who want to learn how to communicate effectively, identify and resolve issues, and develop a sense of purpose to keep going.
Evolve Counseling & Consults
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
Evolve Counseling is a Chicago-based group practice of professional counselors providing psychotherapy treatment in-person and (virtual) online. We stand ready to assist clients that present with discomfort due to life’s challenges including relationship problems, loneliness, relocation, job stress, grief, discrimination, etc. We also treat clinical disorders that have symptoms of anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, postpartum, anger, personality disorders, and ADHD to name a few.
Evolve Counseling is a Chicago-based group practice of professional counselors providing psychotherapy treatment in-person and (virtual) online. We stand ready to assist clients that present with discomfort due to life’s challenges including relationship problems, loneliness, relocation, job stress, grief, discrimination, etc. We also treat clinical disorders that have symptoms of anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, postpartum, anger, personality disorders, and ADHD to name a few.
Simran is a South Asian psychotherapist with a passion for holistic health and wellness who believes in guiding you on your journey using self awareness, humor, and warmth. Simran is dedicated to serving people across the lifespan; adults, teens, couples, and families, and across all communities. She specializes in working with people who are seeking support for the following; self discovery (finding your core and who you are in this life), eating disorders (and all other forms of self harm), trauma (impactful life moments that manifest in unhealthy patterns of life), and all types of relationships.
Simran is a South Asian psychotherapist with a passion for holistic health and wellness who believes in guiding you on your journey using self awareness, humor, and warmth. Simran is dedicated to serving people across the lifespan; adults, teens, couples, and families, and across all communities. She specializes in working with people who are seeking support for the following; self discovery (finding your core and who you are in this life), eating disorders (and all other forms of self harm), trauma (impactful life moments that manifest in unhealthy patterns of life), and all types of relationships.
Shaunita Montout
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd, MSW, CTMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
With over 13 years of experience as a mental health professional, I am passionate about helping adolescents, women, mothers, couples, and athletes navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their sense of purpose. Using a holistic, strength-based, cognitive behavioral approach, I help align self-perception with life goals and foster self-discovery, emotional intelligence, and better relationships. I believe that together, we can restore balance and help you live with purpose.
With over 13 years of experience as a mental health professional, I am passionate about helping adolescents, women, mothers, couples, and athletes navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their sense of purpose. Using a holistic, strength-based, cognitive behavioral approach, I help align self-perception with life goals and foster self-discovery, emotional intelligence, and better relationships. I believe that together, we can restore balance and help you live with purpose.
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Sadaka Whitehead-Smith
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
I enjoy working with teenagers, parents, and young adults who are struggling with stress, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, and emotional regulation along with depression and anxiety. If someone is open and willing to try new experiences, art therapy can help improve coping skills, solve problems, improve self-awareness, overcome challenges and much more.
I enjoy working with teenagers, parents, and young adults who are struggling with stress, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, and emotional regulation along with depression and anxiety. If someone is open and willing to try new experiences, art therapy can help improve coping skills, solve problems, improve self-awareness, overcome challenges and much more.
Jillian Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
My therapeutic stance is collaborative and adapted to the client and their individual needs and goals. I begin by creating a safe and supportive space, free of judgement, and full of compassion and empathy. I work with clients by using specific evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, strengths-based therapy, or person-centered therapy.
My therapeutic stance is collaborative and adapted to the client and their individual needs and goals. I begin by creating a safe and supportive space, free of judgement, and full of compassion and empathy. I work with clients by using specific evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, strengths-based therapy, or person-centered therapy.
Yarely Reyes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
As a first-generation Latina, I am deeply committed to supporting and empowering Latinx individuals on their journey towards healing and self-discovery. My personal experiences and cultural background inform my approach, allowing me to offer a unique perspective and a genuine understanding of the challenges and strengths that come with navigating life within the Latino community. My goal is to validate and honor the unique experience of those who have often gone through life unseen, unheard or afraid of speaking up.
As a first-generation Latina, I am deeply committed to supporting and empowering Latinx individuals on their journey towards healing and self-discovery. My personal experiences and cultural background inform my approach, allowing me to offer a unique perspective and a genuine understanding of the challenges and strengths that come with navigating life within the Latino community. My goal is to validate and honor the unique experience of those who have often gone through life unseen, unheard or afraid of speaking up.
As you begin your journey in therapy, let me walk you briefly through my journey. I have experience providing services in community-based settings, schools, and hospitals. I am certified as a trauma-informed yoga practitioner and as a Racial Healing Circle practitioner through TRHT. I value the benefit of integrating these practices with therapy to enhance a holistic healing. In my personal and professional life, I value self-care and self-compassion through the practice of mindful body-movement therapy. I am intentional about creating balance and listening to your needs.
As you begin your journey in therapy, let me walk you briefly through my journey. I have experience providing services in community-based settings, schools, and hospitals. I am certified as a trauma-informed yoga practitioner and as a Racial Healing Circle practitioner through TRHT. I value the benefit of integrating these practices with therapy to enhance a holistic healing. In my personal and professional life, I value self-care and self-compassion through the practice of mindful body-movement therapy. I am intentional about creating balance and listening to your needs.
Bianca Hernandez
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
Life has a way of throwing things at us and making us feel like we are not enough, like we do not belong, our best isn't good enough. Whether you are an adult or a child, emotions and thoughts like these can impact life and the ability to live the lives we all desire. I would love to assist you or your child on this journey. I specialize in working with children ages 4-17, their parents or caregivers and young adults. I take a holistic approach to treatment and factor in all of the many systems and environments that may be impacting you or your child.
Life has a way of throwing things at us and making us feel like we are not enough, like we do not belong, our best isn't good enough. Whether you are an adult or a child, emotions and thoughts like these can impact life and the ability to live the lives we all desire. I would love to assist you or your child on this journey. I specialize in working with children ages 4-17, their parents or caregivers and young adults. I take a holistic approach to treatment and factor in all of the many systems and environments that may be impacting you or your child.
Amelia Harper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
Waitlist for new clients
I understand that life has ups and downs which looks different to everyone and pain is something we all experience. I approach therapy with a strengths based approach and believe that even when people are struggling that have many strength that helped get them where they are today. I believe that you are the expert of your own life and my role is to support you non-judgmentally while helping you work towards the goals you choose. I am currently offering telehealth session and limited in-person sessions.
I understand that life has ups and downs which looks different to everyone and pain is something we all experience. I approach therapy with a strengths based approach and believe that even when people are struggling that have many strength that helped get them where they are today. I believe that you are the expert of your own life and my role is to support you non-judgmentally while helping you work towards the goals you choose. I am currently offering telehealth session and limited in-person sessions.
Anna Siewers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
Waitlist for new clients
Do life’s challenges feel all-consuming? Or maybe how you've been coping just isn’t working anymore? I get it. Anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and transition can feel overwhelming or impossible to navigate. I approach the therapeutic relationship as a fellow human, showing up with warmth, affirmation, and support. I fully believe that YOU are the expert in your own life, and I aim to uplift and celebrate your unique strengths while accounting for the identities and systems that impact your world. We will work in collaboration to establish openness and safety as you build towards greater healing.
Do life’s challenges feel all-consuming? Or maybe how you've been coping just isn’t working anymore? I get it. Anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and transition can feel overwhelming or impossible to navigate. I approach the therapeutic relationship as a fellow human, showing up with warmth, affirmation, and support. I fully believe that YOU are the expert in your own life, and I aim to uplift and celebrate your unique strengths while accounting for the identities and systems that impact your world. We will work in collaboration to establish openness and safety as you build towards greater healing.
Aaron Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
Life often takes us through challenging twists and turns, and in those moments, I believe every individual deserves a compassionate guide to work through those moments. I bring a genuine and heartfelt approach to therapy. If you decide to work with me, you're not just another client, you're an individual embarking on a journey of growth and healing, and I'm here to walk alongside you. With me, you can expect a trusting, safe environment that are essential in your healing. My commitment is to ensure that seeking counsel becomes a natural, empowering step in your life’s journey.
Life often takes us through challenging twists and turns, and in those moments, I believe every individual deserves a compassionate guide to work through those moments. I bring a genuine and heartfelt approach to therapy. If you decide to work with me, you're not just another client, you're an individual embarking on a journey of growth and healing, and I'm here to walk alongside you. With me, you can expect a trusting, safe environment that are essential in your healing. My commitment is to ensure that seeking counsel becomes a natural, empowering step in your life’s journey.
Julleon Garrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSW
Verified Verified
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60653
I deliver care and treatment primarily to Black, queer, and BIPOC individuals seeking to improve their mental health and life experience. I have extensive experience in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, sexuality, racial impacts, stress management, and neurodiversity. As a black queer individual, I recognize how difficult the experience can be to find a culturally competent therapist that can understand the nuances of intersectionality and develop strategies to address such issues in a personalized manner. I want to meet my client where they are and assist them in this journey forward.
I deliver care and treatment primarily to Black, queer, and BIPOC individuals seeking to improve their mental health and life experience. I have extensive experience in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, sexuality, racial impacts, stress management, and neurodiversity. As a black queer individual, I recognize how difficult the experience can be to find a culturally competent therapist that can understand the nuances of intersectionality and develop strategies to address such issues in a personalized manner. I want to meet my client where they are and assist them in this journey forward.
