Female Therapists in Ukrainian Village, Chicago, IL

Hi, I'm Ezza. My life’s work is to understand and strengthen human relationships, and to help others live an authentic and a meaningful life. As your therapist, my aim is to offer you a safe space to explore things in your life that may or may not be going well and become an active participant in your life. One of the ways that you will experience therapy with me is that it is a collaborative process aimed at getting you to notice, bring attention, and slow down especially when the world urges all of us to numb, ignore, distract, or speed up.

I focus on the relationship and I strive to create a warm and caring space where clients can be their authentic self. I work collaboratively with clients to identify goals and areas of growth to focus on during our time together. My areas of expertise include working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and difficult life transitions. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are adjusting to new phases in their lives, having difficulties in their relationships, or looking for support to identify coping strategies to manage life’s challenges.

I am an art therapist, certified Brainspotting consultant, death doula, yoga teacher. Embodiment & somatic work is an interpersonal and collective liberation practice; it enriches our compassionate relations with our personal, generational, and collective experiences. I primarily practice Generational Brainspotting to support you in expanding your capacities and sensitivity to thoughtfully uncover and integrate memories, honor grief and joy - all of which can also deepen your generative conflict resolution skills, and access to clarity and creativity. It is your birthright to remember fully, your gifts and purpose in this life.

As the owner of Freed Minds, it's my heartfelt mission to walk alongside you on a transformative journey toward holistic well-being. My approach integrates the mind, body, and spirit, recognizing that true healing encompasses every aspect of who you are. Whether you're struggling with relationships, stress, anxiety, trauma, or a sense of disconnection from your purpose, my practice is a safe space where we can explore these challenges together. I believe in the power of personal growth and the resilience of the human spirit, and I'm committed to helping you uncover your true potential and live a life of peace, power, and purpose.

When you feel disconnected, stressed, or without clear direction, life can feel like you’re missing something. At Birchwood Clinic, our goal is to help you identify your strengths, build your sense of self and create goals that bring direction, fulfillment, and self-acceptance. We provide in-person and virtual psychotherapy for adults and our areas of expertise include: anxiety, stress, life transitions, work/life balance, depression, relationship concerns, new parent transitions, pre and post partum issues, and those going through fertility treatment.

Reaching out to a therapist can feel vulnerable and overwhelming–I’ve been there too. I remember the fear and self-doubt involved in asking for help, but most importantly, I remember the therapists who helped me through. I’d love to do the same for you.

Seeking therapy is an honest first step in addressing an issue in your life. This may be a new issue, one that has been distressing for some time, or a problem that you may have explored in past treatment. Whatever the particular reason for seeking therapy, I aim to provide culturally sensitive, supportive care that leads to lasting personal growth and a sense of fulfillment.

My clinical work focuses on helping clients with communication issues, boundary development & enforcement, creating space for emotional and/or physical intimacy, conflict management, executive functioning. power dynamics, relationship agreements, life events and transitions (cohabitation, marriage, coming out, losses, etc.) I work with adults as individuals, couples/relationship configurations, and family systems.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Register Art Therapist and trauma-informed clinical practitioner with 25 years+ of experience, I am committed to helping children, teens and adults on their healing journey. I work with clients who have mood/anxiety disorders, OCD, addiction, self-esteem, grief, relationship issues, SA, DV, life transitions, sexuality, trauma and C-PTSD and adjustment challenges. I work with people therapeutically to make desired changes or simply improve well-being and sense of self. My experience includes people from all racial/cultural backgrounds, sexual preferences and gender identifications.

Anxiety, trauma, and depression can make us feel totally out of control, like being at war with ourselves. Maybe you feel like you’re keeping it together on the outside but on the inside you feel completely overwhelmed. Or maybe you feel numb, like you’ve lost the motivation to do anything. Perhaps you’re a notorious people pleaser who feels guilty saying “no” and now you’re stretched too thin. You might not even remember what it’s like to be fully present because you’re always overthinking and jumping to conclusions, but you know one thing is for sure: something needs to change. That’s where I come in.

Often we seek therapy when our natural tools alone can't support us anymore. Maybe life has thrown something too big at us, or we have suffered silently for too long. I work collaboratively with clients to move towards personal growth, stress reduction and improved coping techniques. Through compassion and clinical tools I partner with clients to manage life transitions and navigate developmental processes. I work to create a safe, empowering space for my clients. It's an environment where I believe we are best positioned to access insight, strengthen our resilience, and build readiness for change.

My goal is to make you feel seen and understood and to help foster your personal and relational growth. Working with me means discovering your strengths, building your ability to connect deeply, and learning to tap into your empathy, all while adding those skills to your ever-growing emotional toolbox. I believe that it is important to see the therapeutic relationship as collaborative– I am by your side as a teammate while you learn and grow as an individual and in your relationship. I gently and carefully challenge, all while being understanding in the process. Authenticity is valued in this space.

Everyone deserves to be fully heard and understood. I work to create a safe and supportive environment for my clients through warmth, authenticity and a sense of humor, holding space for them to explore themselves more deeply and gain the insights needed to grow and heal. I take a collaborative approach with my clients, emphasizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship and tailoring treatment to meet their unique needs and strengths. I work with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma (particularly sexual assault), as well as issues surrounding relationships, life transitions, sexuality, and identity.

Accepting new clients of all ages with immediate availability! As a sex therapist, I pride myself on setting a space that permits you to take an inspired role in your healing journey, and it is my job to provide support and empowerment. I understand that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all practice, which is why I tailor my approach to each client depending on the nuance of the situation. It gives my life meaning to participate in a healing community, working one-on-one with people, offering a safe space to process whatever is needed: life, relationships, triggers, and other obstacles, and develop useful and pragmatic coping tools.

I have dedicated my practice to supporting children, adolescents and individuals impacted by complex circumstances. I am passionate about working with those who have experienced adverse experiences and supporting their healing in ways that reflect their personal goals. I specialize in supporting children when addressing medical diagnosis and treatment, trauma, or grief. Additionally, I work with clients of all ages who have experienced violence or abuse. It is my priority to offer you a safe and nonjudgmental space for us to work together to help you achieve the future you want for yourself and your child.

If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, poor executive functioning, trauma, or other issues, you don't have to handle this alone. I'm committed to your well-being. You're entitled to your feelings and beliefs, and will always come first in this process. You don’t have to hide, please, or impress. You will be heard and accepted as you are, without judgment or labels. You are not your problem. You deserve to feel good. Knowing what happened to you is important but I don’t believe there’s something wrong with you.  If you can't believe this for yourself yet, I'll believe it for you until you do.

NOW Accepting New Clients for Summer/Fall 2024! Most clients are already aware of what they need or where they want to go. My role is to help you identify what is getting in the way of living out your values each day, and to help you gradually remove those barriers. If you aren't sure what you hope to get out of therapy but just want to feel better, we'll work together on a plan towards increased wellness that fits for you

You deserve care, support, and compassion! Our sessions can be guided by you or more structured based on your preference. I help my clients explore themselves, heal their relationships, and tap into joy and pleasure. My therapeutic approach is rooted in holistic and integrative care and shaped by feminist, humanistic, and intersectionality theories.

I work with individuals and couples wanting to work on anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues, conflict and communication, relational and religious trauma, grief, and low self-esteem. But what this really looks and feels like "people-pleasing" tendencies, shame, anger, fear of the unknown, and difficulty opening up with yourself and others. I am passionate about helping clients navigate these difficulties and helping them become unstuck.