Therapists in West Pullman, Chicago, IL
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Peace Through Hope Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60643
If you are ready to take the next step in your mental health well-being, I will be right there with you. I will help you if you have anxiety, stress, anger, or depression. If you are a parent struggling with children, adolescent, or teen issues, I can help! Hi! I earned my Master's Degree in Psychology. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and teenagers. I specialize in depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, grief and Christian counseling. I am certified in domestic violence. I offer a comfortable, person-centered environment and will meet you where you are at.
If you are ready to take the next step in your mental health well-being, I will be right there with you. I will help you if you have anxiety, stress, anger, or depression. If you are a parent struggling with children, adolescent, or teen issues, I can help! Hi! I earned my Master's Degree in Psychology. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and teenagers. I specialize in depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, grief and Christian counseling. I am certified in domestic violence. I offer a comfortable, person-centered environment and will meet you where you are at.
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Dr. Amber C Gardner
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, ALMFT
Verified Verified
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60643 (Online Only)
Deciding to come to therapy can be very scary. Sharing your most intimate thoughts with someone can be even more frightening. This is why I make sure that I create a very safe, caring, positive, and secure place where you can feel comfortable and know that you are with someone who truly cares about your well-being.
Deciding to come to therapy can be very scary. Sharing your most intimate thoughts with someone can be even more frightening. This is why I make sure that I create a very safe, caring, positive, and secure place where you can feel comfortable and know that you are with someone who truly cares about your well-being.
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L. Nadira Muhammad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DHA (c), MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60643
Peace & blessings! I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of the human mind and find inner peace and growth. My journey in the field has been driven by a desire to facilitate positive change. My 17-plus years of experience have allowed me to learn and work with those from many walks of life in various therapeutic settings. I recognize that in life, we are all given a chair in a forever-evolving classroom with many lessons, all of which have equipped me with a diverse range of skills and a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and mental health.
Peace & blessings! I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of the human mind and find inner peace and growth. My journey in the field has been driven by a desire to facilitate positive change. My 17-plus years of experience have allowed me to learn and work with those from many walks of life in various therapeutic settings. I recognize that in life, we are all given a chair in a forever-evolving classroom with many lessons, all of which have equipped me with a diverse range of skills and a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and mental health.
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Just InJoy Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60643 (Online Only)
Women's issues, relationship issues, and pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum issues! Are you anxiously feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Experiencing sadness due to constantly taking care of others, but neglecting yourself. Are you tired of silencing your voice even when you yearn to be heard? Do you find yourself staring into the mirror, asking yourself one of life's most profound question, "Who am I?"
Women's issues, relationship issues, and pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum issues! Are you anxiously feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Experiencing sadness due to constantly taking care of others, but neglecting yourself. Are you tired of silencing your voice even when you yearn to be heard? Do you find yourself staring into the mirror, asking yourself one of life's most profound question, "Who am I?"
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Chelsea (Derks) Knight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60657 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clients describe my approach as gentle and direct with a dab of humor. I do my best work treating individuals who have experienced interpersonal trauma, people who are navigating their role in complicated families, and those who have been emotionally abused. I tend to find success with people who struggle with depression or low self-esteem, people who work in high-stress or helping professions, and people who do not know where to start. I have experience working with people with Bipolar Disorder, PMDD, learning disabilities, ADHD, anxiety, insomnia, auto-immune conditions, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, autism, & PTSD.
My clients describe my approach as gentle and direct with a dab of humor. I do my best work treating individuals who have experienced interpersonal trauma, people who are navigating their role in complicated families, and those who have been emotionally abused. I tend to find success with people who struggle with depression or low self-esteem, people who work in high-stress or helping professions, and people who do not know where to start. I have experience working with people with Bipolar Disorder, PMDD, learning disabilities, ADHD, anxiety, insomnia, auto-immune conditions, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, autism, & PTSD.
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Courtney Elizabeth Kampwerth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ICDVP
Verified Verified
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60637 (Online Only)
In my 10 years of helping individuals, families, and communities I have realized we all have needs/wants and those needs/wants matter. We all come to therapy with unique experiences, and you are the expert of your experience. Sometimes things can become too difficult to handle on our own and we need some extra help figuring out the best way to move forward.
In my 10 years of helping individuals, families, and communities I have realized we all have needs/wants and those needs/wants matter. We all come to therapy with unique experiences, and you are the expert of your experience. Sometimes things can become too difficult to handle on our own and we need some extra help figuring out the best way to move forward.
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Emma Donovan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60605
Hi! My name is Emma. I offer an alternative, holistic, and spiritual approach to therapy for people in their 20s and 30s. I help you get to the root of your problems and heal past wounds so you can feel more conscious, integrated, and whole. I use IFS therapy, Depth Hypnosis, Shamanic Counseling, Buddhist Psychology, nutrition, Psychedelic Integration, and TRE, all of which I am trained and/or certified in. One fun fact about me is that I have studied, lived, and worked in many countries, and I've been to 32 countries total! Ask me about working at a mindfulness center in Thailand or getting yoga teacher trained in India.
Hi! My name is Emma. I offer an alternative, holistic, and spiritual approach to therapy for people in their 20s and 30s. I help you get to the root of your problems and heal past wounds so you can feel more conscious, integrated, and whole. I use IFS therapy, Depth Hypnosis, Shamanic Counseling, Buddhist Psychology, nutrition, Psychedelic Integration, and TRE, all of which I am trained and/or certified in. One fun fact about me is that I have studied, lived, and worked in many countries, and I've been to 32 countries total! Ask me about working at a mindfulness center in Thailand or getting yoga teacher trained in India.
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Stacy Nakia Peebles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60601 (Online Only)
I am a Emotional Wellness Practitioner with extensive experience providing services to women seeking support in navigating through life's challenges. My goal is to empower you to make positive and informed decisions that will lead to a sense of well-being and serenity. I take a holistic approach to health care. Our emotional well-being is at the center of living a healthy and fulfilled life. I focus on promoting a sense of self-love and empowering my clients to live the meaningful life that they deserve. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Empowerment Coach and Certified Reiki Master.
I am a Emotional Wellness Practitioner with extensive experience providing services to women seeking support in navigating through life's challenges. My goal is to empower you to make positive and informed decisions that will lead to a sense of well-being and serenity. I take a holistic approach to health care. Our emotional well-being is at the center of living a healthy and fulfilled life. I focus on promoting a sense of self-love and empowering my clients to live the meaningful life that they deserve. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Empowerment Coach and Certified Reiki Master.
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Family First Domestic & Family Counseling Clinic
PsyD, MA, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60643
Family First Domestic & Family Counseling Clinic (FFCC) have advanced training in forensic psychology which provides them with the skills needed to work with and within the legal system. FFCC staff also works with clients with family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, grief, domestic violence, codependency, stress, life transitions, career changes, and more. We offer services in English and Spanish.
Family First Domestic & Family Counseling Clinic (FFCC) have advanced training in forensic psychology which provides them with the skills needed to work with and within the legal system. FFCC staff also works with clients with family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, grief, domestic violence, codependency, stress, life transitions, career changes, and more. We offer services in English and Spanish.
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Melissa Randle El
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60643
Staying centered while balancing the many demands and expectations that our lives place on us may become overwhelming at times. Finding our balance between meeting those demands and creating mind space to explore, grow, replenish, and assert ourselves authentically can be challenging. These imbalances can compromise our psychological and emotional well-being while having a negative impact on our physical and spiritual health. They can also affect our relationships with others, personally and professionally, by influencing the way we perceive our circumstances, communicate with others, and assert our needs.
Staying centered while balancing the many demands and expectations that our lives place on us may become overwhelming at times. Finding our balance between meeting those demands and creating mind space to explore, grow, replenish, and assert ourselves authentically can be challenging. These imbalances can compromise our psychological and emotional well-being while having a negative impact on our physical and spiritual health. They can also affect our relationships with others, personally and professionally, by influencing the way we perceive our circumstances, communicate with others, and assert our needs.
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Greetings Beautiful People... I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of direct service experience helping people who have experienced significant pain and trauma in their lives. I describe myself as a straight talk, no chaser kind of clinician who uses compassion with honesty to help confront the difficult things that keep us stuck in unhealthy patterns in our lives.
Greetings Beautiful People... I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of direct service experience helping people who have experienced significant pain and trauma in their lives. I describe myself as a straight talk, no chaser kind of clinician who uses compassion with honesty to help confront the difficult things that keep us stuck in unhealthy patterns in our lives.
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I believe therapy is a collaborative space for folks to explore their biographies and learn to hold deeper relationships with their own self and others. Change happens when we feel safe to be curious and understanding of our patterns and choices. I invite clients to explore the intersections of their identities with me as we create a space that is brave and trusting. I see the connection between the external world and our internal experience as central to the therapy process. I'm mindful to social identities, dynamics in family systems, and the larger cultural landscape that impact a person's sense of self.
I believe therapy is a collaborative space for folks to explore their biographies and learn to hold deeper relationships with their own self and others. Change happens when we feel safe to be curious and understanding of our patterns and choices. I invite clients to explore the intersections of their identities with me as we create a space that is brave and trusting. I see the connection between the external world and our internal experience as central to the therapy process. I'm mindful to social identities, dynamics in family systems, and the larger cultural landscape that impact a person's sense of self.
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Christina Marie Sprayberry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AM, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Pullman, Chicago, IL 60643 (Online Only)
Trauma, loss, struggles with identity and belonging, overwhelming emotions, sensitivities, and not feeling confident may interfere with feeling fully alive. Longing to feel more belonging, ease, and being and becoming fully you? Its possible. Youre not alone. All of you is welcome - seen and unseen.
Trauma, loss, struggles with identity and belonging, overwhelming emotions, sensitivities, and not feeling confident may interfere with feeling fully alive. Longing to feel more belonging, ease, and being and becoming fully you? Its possible. Youre not alone. All of you is welcome - seen and unseen.
Online Therapists
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Rebecca Gronceski
Licensed Professional Counselor, (LPC), NCC, CTP, ADHD-SP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
Are you facing overwhelm, sadness, or burnout? Are you experiencing worry, intrusive thoughts, difficulty concentrating, or relationship concerns? Everyone needs support at times. I offer a safe, flexible space in which we can explore and find functional solutions to challenges like anxiety, OCD, panic, depression, trauma ADHD, ASD, life transitions, interpersonal difficulties, and more. If you are looking for a therapist to work with you towards self-advocacy, growth, and healing, we will be a great fit.
Are you facing overwhelm, sadness, or burnout? Are you experiencing worry, intrusive thoughts, difficulty concentrating, or relationship concerns? Everyone needs support at times. I offer a safe, flexible space in which we can explore and find functional solutions to challenges like anxiety, OCD, panic, depression, trauma ADHD, ASD, life transitions, interpersonal difficulties, and more. If you are looking for a therapist to work with you towards self-advocacy, growth, and healing, we will be a great fit.
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Mindsy Psychology: Lauren Graner
Counselor, LPC, MA, CADC
Not Verified Not Verified
Chicago, IL 60610
Life is full of challenges that can be overwhelming and make us feel powerless. These challenges can often lead to feeling lost or stuck and can create an environment where we lose sight of happiness, enjoyment, and sometimes our own self-worth. The feelings of sadness, stress, anxiety, and anger that come along with these obstacles can at times seem unmanageable and make us feel lonely and unsure of how to get through them.
Life is full of challenges that can be overwhelming and make us feel powerless. These challenges can often lead to feeling lost or stuck and can create an environment where we lose sight of happiness, enjoyment, and sometimes our own self-worth. The feelings of sadness, stress, anxiety, and anger that come along with these obstacles can at times seem unmanageable and make us feel lonely and unsure of how to get through them.
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Nicolette Avery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60613 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is warm, positive, holistic, and collaborative. I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental trusting environment to allow clients to tell their story. My goal is to remove the stigma related to therapy and provide a clinical approach to everyday life stressors. As a therapist I can help individuals leverage their strengths and to understand life experiences better. I seek to work with clients to build a trusting relationship, be a listening ear and provide effective coping skills when things become overwhelming.
My approach to therapy is warm, positive, holistic, and collaborative. I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental trusting environment to allow clients to tell their story. My goal is to remove the stigma related to therapy and provide a clinical approach to everyday life stressors. As a therapist I can help individuals leverage their strengths and to understand life experiences better. I seek to work with clients to build a trusting relationship, be a listening ear and provide effective coping skills when things become overwhelming.
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You are the most important person you will ever meet. Why not be on good terms with yourself? I view therapy as a relationship between two people devoted to facing the deepest truths of our lives so we can be healed. I believe that coming to know ourselves and understanding why we suffer leads to genuine change, a return to health, and gives birth to a more authentic life. In therapy, we discover that we heal through relating, because the wounds that occurred in relationships must be healed in a relationship. For what was unbearable when alone, becomes bearable when shared.
You are the most important person you will ever meet. Why not be on good terms with yourself? I view therapy as a relationship between two people devoted to facing the deepest truths of our lives so we can be healed. I believe that coming to know ourselves and understanding why we suffer leads to genuine change, a return to health, and gives birth to a more authentic life. In therapy, we discover that we heal through relating, because the wounds that occurred in relationships must be healed in a relationship. For what was unbearable when alone, becomes bearable when shared.
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Whether clients have been in therapy before or are seeking a therapist for the first time, Hattie recognizes the challenges of starting with someone new. She primarily uses ACT which combines cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices to help clients achieve their goals. Hattie draws from psychodynamic therapy, DBT, and internal family systems as well, tailoring her approach to each individual. Hattie focuses on the mind-body connection throughout her work. She sees the client-therapist relationship as foundational to effective therapy and fosters an atmosphere of warmth and compassion.
Whether clients have been in therapy before or are seeking a therapist for the first time, Hattie recognizes the challenges of starting with someone new. She primarily uses ACT which combines cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices to help clients achieve their goals. Hattie draws from psychodynamic therapy, DBT, and internal family systems as well, tailoring her approach to each individual. Hattie focuses on the mind-body connection throughout her work. She sees the client-therapist relationship as foundational to effective therapy and fosters an atmosphere of warmth and compassion.
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Kelsey O'Shea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed, weighed down and stuck in place at times, like you know what you should do, but don’t have the motivation to make it happen? This is the effect ADHD, depression, anxiety and trauma can have on people, and you’re not alone. As your therapist, my goal is to make you feel heard and understood. Together, we will address your concerns by understanding how your thoughts, emotions, and physical health effect one another. We will seek to understand the underlying source of your symptoms and discover coping mechanisms that work for you through exploring your strengths, interests and support systems.
Do you feel overwhelmed, weighed down and stuck in place at times, like you know what you should do, but don’t have the motivation to make it happen? This is the effect ADHD, depression, anxiety and trauma can have on people, and you’re not alone. As your therapist, my goal is to make you feel heard and understood. Together, we will address your concerns by understanding how your thoughts, emotions, and physical health effect one another. We will seek to understand the underlying source of your symptoms and discover coping mechanisms that work for you through exploring your strengths, interests and support systems.
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I understand the vulnerabilities that come with seeking psychological services. I believe that within a safe, supportive, educational and reciprocal environment we can learn new and effective coping skills. Together we will explore identified problems/challenges and work towards finding coping strategies that are a good fit for you.
I understand the vulnerabilities that come with seeking psychological services. I believe that within a safe, supportive, educational and reciprocal environment we can learn new and effective coping skills. Together we will explore identified problems/challenges and work towards finding coping strategies that are a good fit for you.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in West Pullman, Chicago, IL
10+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in West Pullman, Chicago, IL who prioritize treating:
85% | Relationship Issues |
85% | Depression |
85% | Anxiety |
85% | Stress |
77% | Self Esteem |
69% | Grief |
69% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
92% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
75% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
67% | Aetna |
How Therapists in West Pullman, Chicago, IL see their clients
54% | In Person and Online | |
46% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
92% | Female | |
8% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in West Pullman, Chicago?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.