In Person Therapists in Old Town, Chicago, IL

You are not alone dealing with anxiety, depression, loss, anger, trauma, or relationship difficulties. I understand the pain and complications of these issues and have successfully helped individuals, like yourself, find peace and happiness for over 20 years. In a relaxed, supportive environment, I will help you explore and process difficult feelings and challenge underlying counterproductive thoughts and behaviors. You will achieve a greater sense of relief and awareness, and develop tools that foster better continued health. I will also help you acquire a more balanced lifestyle achieved through exercise, diet, sleep hygiene, work/life balance and maintaining healthy relationships.

I specialize in treating men who were sexually abused as children, the treatment of sexual addictions, couples therapy, relationship issues, depression and anxiety. If you are unhappy in your relationships or career, suffering from depression or anxiety, going through a crisis, or wanting to make changes in your life, psychotherapy can help you. Please visit my website at wwwjohnpharris.com.

I am aware the path to healing can be a bumpy and uncomfortable one. I provide a compassionate and empathetic approach to this healing process. My approach looks at our internal wounds that left untreated, continue to cause pain. I like to ask, in the words of Dr. Gabor Mate’, ‘why the pain, not why the addiction?' We know using a substance or behavior is how we cope with the pain that feels unmanageable. Our pain, ‘dis-ease’, and dis-comfort often stems from unresolved grief & loss and are the result of 'what happened to us'. Let's look at what happened to us instead of what is wrong with us. I believe this approach decreases shame

I have been working in the field of psychotherapy since 2004, helping clients cope primarily with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and life changes. My undergraduate degree is from the University of Missouri, and I taught Language Arts on the high school level for two years. As a teacher, the limits of the classroom environment prevented me from reaching many of my troubled students, which led me to pursue a graduate degree from Loyola University-Chicago in Community Counseling.

Life is all about relationships, beginning with the one you have with yourself. Together we can explore how you can develop self-acceptance, ways to grow and how you can heal what is hurting you. I provide you a safe, non judgmental space and an unbiased listening ear. Together, we can reimagine your life and work together on a plan that will help you to better manage your unique experience and lead to your best life.

Seeking therapy takes courage. Many life events have led you to consider such a step, and I am already on your side. I actually see my clients as healthier for choosing therapy than others who may have chosen to avoid it. The most important single factor in the client-therapist connection is the right fit. I have 25+ years of private practice experience working with people to overcome obstacles to feeling good about themselves and their relationships. My style is empathic, warm and direct.

At Illinois Autism Center, we commit ourselves daily to the goal of making a positive and enduring impact on the well-being and lives of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Centrally located in the downtown core of Chicago’s greater metropolitan area, we pride ourselves on being a leading service provider for ASD kids across the behavioral spectrum. Our therapies are based on Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), which is scientifically proven and recognized as the most effective treatment for kids with ASD today. Illinois Autism Center 1660 N La Salle Dr. Unit C007 Chicago, IL 60614 312-248-1801

Samantha McGlumphy enjoys working with guests who are open to feedback and willing to try new approaches to their issues or struggles. Also, due to her belief that the guest is the “expert” in their own lives, an individual who wants to be an active collaborator in their treatment will strengthen the therapeutic relationship and elicit better outcomes. The most impactful experience of her career path so far has been her exposure and volunteer/mission work with undocumented immigrants. This includes teaching English as a second language to undocumented individuals and traveling to the border to engage in an immersion experience.

Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with and trust can be difficult. I specialize in working with artists and entrepreneurs who struggle with fear and that are looking to move forward creatively. I will collaborate with you to identify limiting beliefs and help you gain insight. As both a therapist and professional artist, I know how to start and run a business and overcome fear to create the life you want. My clients comment on my ability to create a warm, welcoming, non-judgemental space and my ability to establish an easy rapport.

Life today can be VERY tough to navigate, but can seem overwhelming when you constantly feel stressed out, discouraged, or simply "not enough." Or, maybe you didn’t get off to a good start in life and believe that your chances for something better are slim…or you feel so worn down by the challenges of painful emotions, chronic illness, or addiction--or more than one of these--that you wonder “Is this all there is?” Well, the good news is that your best life is waiting for you, and as a therapist it is my honor to support you in taking the steps to reclaim your dreams, heal your past, grow your strength, and build your future!

Hi there, I'm Demetria! My name is Demetria Agharese and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Illinois. I am passionate about counseling others through times of difficulties to find peace and resolutions. I work together in partnership with my clients to create counseling goals in alignment with the desired outcome the client is seeking. My expertise is working with adult clients who are looking to transform their lives for the better. I enjoy working with clients who are in need of healing, experience depression or anxiety.

For over 15 years of providing therapy, Christine enjoys helping individuals recover from issues concerning self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, trauma, codependency, adjustments to motherhood, life transitions, self-identity, and relationship dynamics. She also enjoys teaching clients successful tools to help conquer difficult life challenges and gain a sense of empowerment. Additionally, she is fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which helps to process trauma and unresolved emotions.

Speaking to adults… Joseph Campbell defines Compassion as “…an immediate participation in the suffering of another to such a degree that you forget yourself and spontaneously do what is necessary.” With hybrid training as therapist, teacher, and coach, I compassionately support individuals exactly where they are in their life. Whether one wishes to address past trauma, wants to contemplate a career decision and change of environment, or wants support with relationships and life’s many unpredicted events, I create the space to do so at the pace and depth that the individual wants and is ready to successfully take on.

People come to me when feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed with fear and stuck - whether it's a relationship concern, a challenge with a child, a loss or life has taken an unexpected turn. As an experienced Clinical Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist, I can help. I partner with clients to change limiting beliefs and defeating patterns, discover strengths and embrace possibilities. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore difficult emotions, understand triggers, process deep wounds and become curious about all parts of ourselves.

Kaitlin Blakeney's work has included supporting young adults managing major life decisions such as being new to the city, career uncertainty, managing dating stressors, setting boundaries in relationships, and increasing independence from parents. She also has worked extensively in supporting others through crisis, managing adults working on life skills and stressors, as well as those who have sustained traumatic brain injuries.

If you’re struggling with feelings of anxiety, self doubt, depression, and/or relationship challenges you’ve come to the right place. It's my ultimate goal to create a safe, energetic, and creative space for you to process and explore your emotions and needs. I want you to feel at ease, open, and simply be yourself each session. Here, you will know you matter, and that your story is worth exploring.

Life can be busy, stressful, and overwhelming. Knowing where to get support can be a challenge. At Head First Health we make it easy for you to begin therapy by offering convenient virtual sessions with therapists who truly understand YOU. We support millennial women experiencing anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, eating disorders, trauma, and depression. We specialize in using evidence based therapies such as CBT, ACT, ERP, and Mindfulness, to really target your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to create impactful and lasting change.