In Person Therapists in Loop, Chicago, IL

The path to personal growth is cultivated within the context of kindness, empathy, compassion and respect. I strive to build a therapeutic relationship which allows for exploration of even the most sensitive topics. By taking a non-directive and supportive approach, my goal is learn about you and gently encourage growth based on your unique set of circumstances. I aim to create a space in which you can feel understood, appreciated and learn self-acceptance. Together we will uncover, identify, and maximize your strengths and help you develop an increased sense of self-worth.

The decision to seek therapy can be difficult and overwhelming, and we recognize how hard it is to reach out for help. LifePath therapists have particular expertise in leveraging client's strengths to heal fractured relationships and to prosper individually. Our goal is to make therapy feel less overwhelming by developing a collaborative partnership where you will identify your challenges and develop healthy coping skills. We also share a deep commitment to a relational therapeutic process that is approachable and client centered. We use empirically supported interventions to empower you to deal with a wide array of issues.

Penny McGrath LCPC PLLC is a Chicagoland-based counseling services center that works with child, adolescent, and adult individuals using a relational, mindfulness based approach that aligns with neuroscientific principles.

People with healthy, positive, and supportive relationships are most likely to be happier and healthier. Whether you are married, dating, or single; we all have relationships. Relationships are not just about other people, but some of us struggle to maintain a healthy relationship with work, food, substances, social media, etc. Whether it's in anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relational issues, I believe with proper care clients can make healthy changes towards being happier and healthy. Change can be difficult, but my job is to be with you with every step.

We love clients that are ready to work and build a strong therapeutic relationship! Therapy can be truly life changing, but it isn't always easy. Our therapists bring their A-game to every session, with full presence, warmth, and clinical processing abilities. (Also, we are all pretty funny and enjoy humor in sessions :) Our clients are generally working to heal and/or grow, and they build deep, long-lasting relationships with their therapist. We are not the practice to get you in and out, a constant cycle of new therapists and new clients. We choose clients based on best fit and believe slow and steady brings the greatest result.

I specialize in the use of CBT and enjoy working with clients to help find how their thoughts, feelings and behaviors are connected. I especially value working with depression, anxiety disorders and trauma in adult populations. I am a firm believer in the expertise that clients bring into therapy about from their own lives and I enjoy collaborating with clients to find new ways of thinking and behaving in order to achieve their goals as well as create meaningful and lasting change. I am committed to valuing and honoring the diverse experiences and identities of all clients and aims to create a safe and accepting environment

I deeply value the relationship between therapist and client and believe that therapy is a collaborative process. I approach therapy with a compassionate and open stance, striving to create a genuine connection with each of my clients. I believe that this approach allows individuals to recognize their strengths while being vulnerable about their needs and concerns.

Are you looking for an outstanding psychotherapist in the Chicago area? Would you like to speak with someone who can understand your spiritual and religious concerns as well as your emotional needs? The Center for Religion and Psychotherapy of Chicago has been in operation since 1965 and offers psychotherapy for adults, children, adolescents, and couples. Fully accredited as a clinical and educational site by the American Association of Pastoral Counselors, the Center is staffed by licensed pastoral professional clinical counselors, social workers, and clinical psychologists.

Hi! Whether this is the 1st or the 15th profile you've viewed, I'm sending you the highest of high fives for seeking support while surviving all of THIS (picture me gesturing to the current state of the world). Adulting is hard and it’s made worse when we feel alone in the challenges we face. As a therapy client myself for many years, I am always cognizant of what it can feel like sitting on the couch. This experience feeds my passion to work hard to extend the same support and compassion to my clients that I have received from my therapist when I needed it the most.

The search for a therapist can be exciting, but also a bit intimidating. Having worked with a diverse population in a variety of settings, I have found that the key to effective therapy is providing a non-judgemental environment, one where you feel heard and supported regardless of your past. Whether you are struggling with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, parenting, or a difficult life transition, I can help guide you with tools for change. I provide continual encouragement to help aid you overcome your life obstacles and find a new found compassion for yourself and your loved ones.

I work with individuals navigating mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. I have experience working with a wide age range, spanning from adolescents to older adults. My clinical experience has included supporting people experiencing relationship issues, life-stage transitions, and negative self-talk. Being a daughter of immigrants, I have a special interest in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds within the BIPOC/AAPI communities. If you are truly willing to put in work to better yourself, I am willing to provide a space for your growth journey.

Not sure if therapy is right for you? If my bio speaks to you, give me a call or check out our website. ............................ .............................. ....................... If this is your first time looking for therapy, you're looking for a new therapist, or if you haven't had a good experience in the past, I'm happy to work with you and help you connect with someone in our office. Generally speaking, I am down-to-earth and appreciate practical approaches to problem solving. While I am not currently accepting new clients, many members of our team are and we can explore your options together.

I revere the uniqueness of each individual and couple on their journey. I believe that the unfolding of one's narrative requires witness and validation, fostering insights into oneself and others. It involves nurturing a secure, cooperative, and culturally attuned therapeutic environment that honors identity and choice. I integrate various therapeutic modalities, informed by cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, solution-focused, and Gottman methods couples therapy. Additionally, I have undergone comprehensive training in EMDR and continually pursue ongoing education to expand its use to treat a range of distressing events.

I am an active, cognitive behavioral therapist who forms strong therapeutic partnerships, laced with humor, gentleness, thoughtful confrontation and the belief that individuals have the right,responsibility and capacity to decide how they want to live. I am both supportive and challenging. I help individuals examine their belief systems, identify strengths, work through barriers to growth and develop specific strategies for modifying their behavior. While I believe that the client is ultimately responsible for life choices, I am actively involved as a consultant, supporter, strategist and trusted advisor.

I've been privileged to serve individuals and the community for over 10 years through case management, advocacy, and clinical mental health counseling. The opportunity to learn through education, professional development and supervision has provided me with a foundation of measurable, ethical and holistic frameworks to serve. My framework starts with my ability to provide therapeutic interventions such as Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy and more!

Welcome! I am so happy you are here. Therapy can be a scary and daunting step. Taking the time to address your needs, big or small, shows strength and courage and I will be right by your side with empathy and compassion. I strongly believe prioritizing yourself and being the healthiest version of you impacts not only yourself but also those around you. Exploring the things that make us who we are creates opportunities for change. Delving into our thoughts, feelings, and actions can generate transformation and growth. I value looking inward and outward in order to develop a healthy relationship with yourself and others.

Sometimes it is time to just stop. Stop believing that voice in your head that is so demanding, so critical, so unkind. Stop running, stop fighting, stop avoiding, stop numbing. Sometimes it is time to start. Start waking up, start feeling more alive, start coming home, start loving yourself and others more deeply than ever before. Becoming more present in this constantly beeping and flickering culture of ours is the major personal challenge of the 21st century. Feelings of joy and contentment take place now, not in the future or the past. Experiencing your feelings fully is the key to opening the door to a more satisfying life.

Welcome! Are you hoping to discover a supportive, warm, and authentic space to explore the multitudes that you contain? Perhaps you are tired of feeling stuck in old thought patterns and beliefs. Maybe you have found yourself unable to fully engage in relationships, responsibilities, or you are struggling to find meaningful direction in your life. In our work together, we can co-create a therapeutic space where you feel empowered to explore your own inner landscape.

I believe a person’s identity, values and beliefs guide their path of healing. Therapy can be a way of liberating ourselves from limiting ideas, societal messages, oppression and isolation. I see you as the expert in your experience and collaborate with you to develop a space to learn and grow. My therapeutic approach is both systemic and person-centered with a focus on inherent strengths and resilience. I pull from relational, attachment, family systems, racial trauma and polyvagal theories while using such modalities as ACT, DBT, CBT, TCI-F and Motivational Interviewing. I also draws, when appropriate, from my own experience.