Female Therapists in North Center, Chicago, IL

Becoming the person, parent, partner, and professional you want to be can leave you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, sad, and alone. In a world where there's too much to do and too little time, finding space for yourself can seem impossible. You deserve the same level of care that you generously offer to every other aspect of your life. I provide a nurturing space where you can safely explore and understand your challenges. Whether you're managing anxiety or depression, breaking free from cycles of trauma, struggling with work-life balance, establishing boundaries, or exploring your identity, you don’t have to do it alone.

I have supported neurodivergent children and their families for over 15 years providing individual therapy, family therapy, parent coaching, and school advocacy. I am passionate about highlighting and nurturing strength in children, adolescents and teens and helping to develop skills and process complex emotions. I specialize in providing social coaching to help increase relationship skills, and, utilizing CBT techniques, reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression through reframing strategies and stress management. I also use expressive art techniques in my work with kids to encourage expression of feelings and experiences.

In a safe and judgement-free relationship where you can first feel heard and understood, I can help you more fully understand the unhelpful relational, emotional, and/or thinking patterns that may need adjusting in order to help you live the life you'd like to live. I will offer support, direct feedback, & coping strategies to provide you with skills and more immediate relief, while we work toward increased insight and improved self-awareness, achieving lasting growth and change.

Therapy is an opportunity for you to gain insight, find hope, and make lasting change. I am committed to working collaboratively with you to develop increased awareness around your unique experiences and emotions and process what may be contributing to you feeling distressed, alone or in conflict. I believe the therapeutic relationship is key. As your therapist, I’ll create a safe space for you to explore your vulnerabilities while providing feedback to help you make meaning of your patterns and struggles. I’ll be there to support and challenge you as you strive to live your most authentic life.

I am currently offering Private Practice Telehealth services at Psychotherapy Associates of Chicago. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship which can be curative in itself, which is why it is important to me to bring my most genuine self in order to have an authentic experience in session with my clients. I believe that together we can help increase positive thinking, increase self-esteem, decrease negative thoughts and feelings that might be interfering with your over all quality of life.

I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families get "unstuck" from challenging relationship dynamics. I walk alongside clients as they navigate major and minor life transitions and the shift in identity that often accompanies these milestone moments. I provide support during the highs and lows. I recognize that while people may be able to handle it all on their own, they should not have to do it all by themselves. I help to empower adults and adolescents as they adjust to change and learn to embrace new skills and new perspectives on themselves and their relationships with others.

We can often feel depressed and anxious as we tackle life's major transitions. I assist clients in improving their self compassion and worth while making changes to live their fullest lives.

Having a difficult time managing anxiety or other emotions? Feeling sad and hopeless? Or, are you encountering problematic patterns of substance use? Perhaps you are grieving. Sometimes those difficult times are easier to navigate when we have the help of others. I want to partner with you to help you journey through those difficult times. I work with clients on a variety of concerns. I strive to bring forth treatment which focuses care on the needs of the individual ensuring clients’ needs and values guide clinical decisions while providing care that is respectful and accepting of each client.

It's not easy to make a decision about needing some clarity and support. No one received a playbook on life and often times what used to work to feel good stopped. We can pause, and examine feeling overwhelmed stressed or stagnant.You may be struggling with perfectionism, work, family, relationships or a general sense of malaise or anxiety. Even highly accountable professionals face these issues. Education and success offer no immunity to the everyday issues of life. Most of us look good on the outside.

Many of us are not taught to prioritize mental health and end up unsure of what to do when faced with difficult feelings. Therapy does not need to be scary or intimidating. My style is warm and deeply collaborative. Together, we will set goals, continually make sure we're moving in the right direction, and maybe even have a laugh or two along the way. I am a lifelong learner. In therapy, I draw upon the latest neurobiology research to help you understand how what's going on in your brain and nervous system can affect your mood and behavior.

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 as part of the Latino community. My goal is to validate and honor the unique experiences of those who have often gone through life unseen, unheard or afraid of speaking up due to stigma regarding mental health.

I am passionate about approaching mental health from a holistic lens and believe that clients should have autonomy over how they pursue peace and fulfillment in their lives. I specialize in working with adults struggling with issues related to addiction, past trauma, depression, anxiety, and difficult life transitions. Before joining Pure Health Center, I worked in a residential treatment setting with individuals diagnosed with co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders. I practice within the Harm Reduction model, meaning I believe that everyone deserves to be met where they are at in their journey without judgement.

I create a safe, judgement-free space to work on areas of your life you'd like to improve.

I utilize several approaches to best meet the goals of my clients, including a strong focus on Person-Centered, CBT, and DBT approaches. My goal is to build a strong therapeutic relationship with a foundation of trust. I believe in guiding my clients at a pace that you’re comfortable with to get you where you want to be.

I specialize in working with youth, families, and individuals who are seeking guidance towards living a life of acceptance, understanding and stability. I have significant experience helping people process and understand the impact of traumatic events on daily living, while aiding in the healing process necessary to move forward.

I specialize in working with individuals who have a trauma history or are experiencing distressing life events and may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or relationship issues. Often clients come to me feeling lost or not knowing where to begin. I welcome clients as they are; offering a judgment-free space to help them gain clarity and direction. With compassion and respect for my clients' stories, together we begin understanding how patterns and relationships from our past can impact our present. I help clients better understand all parts of themself so they can make small changes towards their ultimate goals.

When we feel powerless, alone, or taken advantage of, it makes sense that we numb to cope. We often do this through alcohol and substance use, isolation, and unhealthy relationships. The things we chose to cope initially work really well - until they don't. I work with adults and teens and focus on experiences of trauma, and the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors we develop to live our lives around the people and events that have hurt us.

I am passionate about helping adult individuals and couples build connection, and more satisfying, healthy relationships, through addressing sex and intimacy issues; addiction, codependency, and the impacts of trauma. Together, we may untangle patterns of intimacy avoidance, attachment wounds, betrayal trauma, parentification, and emotional or covert incest. I believe healing occurs within relationship through collaboration, curiosity, and respect. I support this value in practice by working through a trauma-informed, multicultural lens, with a sex-positive/kink-affirming approach to intimacy, relationship, and sexual wellness.

We support adults and adults experiencing emotional challenges including chronic stress, anxiety, sadness and depression, low self-concept, self-doubt, feelings being stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless and struggles with identity development and relationship challenges.