Divorce Therapists in West Town, Chicago, IL

So many factors are involved in how we feel on a day to day basis that it can be difficult to figure out where to begin. Seeking therapy and finding a therapist that works for you can be the first step in this process. While seeking change, we come to find that it is a complex process involving mind, body, and spirit. Balancing these components of our selves is what the therapeutic process is about. Whether it seems to be a practical problem or a more diffuse concern, your hard work can result in the balance and fulfillment you desire.

Every person deserves to feel heard and understood. Through compassionate listening, I work hard to build a healthy relationship with you, highlight your strengths, and collaborate to move you closer to living an authentic, value-driven life. I support people who are looking to change their relationship with themselves or others, heal from trauma & attachment wounds, and unburden from old narratives or patterns that no longer serve them. My approach is insight-oriented and facilitative. My style blends various therapeutic techniques with a mind-body emphasis and a coaching twist.

No matter what challenges you may be experiencing, you are valid in seeking support. Being a child, teenager, young adult, or parent is hard. Every stage brings new obstacles, relationships, hopes, and fears. I am here to hold a space for you, your child, and your family to explore and process whatever you need. You can count on me to provide an environment that encourages honesty, vulnerability, and resiliency. I am passionate about supporting my clients in their pursuit of growth and connection.

I am passionate about working with the AAPI community, highly sensitive people, introverts & overachievers. I am open to exploring the full gamut of cultural, social, relational, identity & existential issues. In my work, I incorporate integrating alternative treatments, such as the use of psychedelics, ketamine & medical cannabis, in order to facilitate healing from trauma, improve mental health and emotional well-being, and to promote spiritual growth & transformation.

I am a trauma informed therapist that can help you with your journey of personal growth. I primary work with adults dealing with anxiety, depression and complex relational dynamics. I often hear from clients I work with that they feel stuck, lonely, not happy in their day to day and that they are wanting to feel differently. My role as a therapist is to help my clients recover their true sense of self by learning to make healthier choices, and to improve the relationship with themselves and their loved ones.

It is common for human beings who experience trauma and life stressors to feel like their lives are unraveling. My passion is bringing healing to people who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience and also improve their lives. I enjoy working with adults of all ages. I am fluent in English and Portuguese. As a client-centered and trauma-informed therapist, I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative space and a vehicle for change.

Life at times confronts us with problems we cannot solve on our own, like overwhelming or unmanageable thoughts or emotions. Any kind of change, even positive, can be difficult. Therapy can support you on this path and is an investment in yourself that is worthwhile and that you deserve. I provide customized, science-based, and trauma-informed therapy for adults struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, grief, loss, trauma, identity issues, or difficult life transitions. I can help you better understand and accept yourself and work on those pieces that keep you from living your desired life and that you would like to see changed.

Velma is licensed social worker who holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Velma has experience in providing clinical recommendations to both state courts and private agencies for children and families in the Illinois child welfare system. She is described as authentic, funny and kind and hopes to assist people on their path toward being a better version of themselves. She strives to offer guests hope with a different perspective, using both humor and silence. She is solutions oriented while believing that all guests come with their own processes.

As a therapist and licensed attorney, I am experienced in counseling individuals, assisting clients with problem solving, offering support and utilizing best practices. My certification is in Evidence-Based Practice. I focus on solution-oriented therapy in my work with individuals, couples and families. This includes CBT strategies, strengths-based and psycho-dynamic treatment modalities. We will work in a joint effort to meet your multi-dimensional needs. Our work together will include exploring your concerns from many perspectives to facilitate problem solving, improve functioning, and reduce negative symptoms.

My goal is to support my clients by providing a safe, accepting environment for self-exploration. I am caring and authentic and strive to create a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients as we move together toward achieving greater harmony and balance in their lives. I have close to 18 years of experience working with children and adults and enjoy helping individuals with issues including self-esteem, relationship difficulties, depression, life transitions and identity. I recognize that insurance is not an option for everyone and offer a liberal sliding scale for my clients.

I believe that everyone has purpose and value no matter how big or small. My goal in counseling is to walk alongside my clients on their journey to mental wellness as they rediscover and align themselves with the lives they desire to live.

Katya worked with individuals with myriad mental health symptoms. She values therapy for people because it’s an experience where individuals can open up and discover something new about themselves and because it helps people show how resilient they are, how coping skills can be helpful, and how a different mindset can really assist with challenges someone is experiencing. She has been working in the field for 7 years.

Life is full of transitions and adjustments; in each of these, you deserve a safe and supportive space to talk about it in a relaxed, guided manner. I believe in the importance of language- how you talk to and about yourself and others- and in the power of stories that make life. I want to help you recognize which stories you wrote in alignment with your values and which were imposed on you by society, culture, and the people close to you. In therapy, I utilize evidence-based techniques while also recognizing that your mind is a vast universe to be approached from a philosophical and spiritual place.

I am a psychotherapist and social worker with over 15 years of experience helping people reach their goals and improve their quality of life through increased self-understanding and empowerment. I have extensive experience working with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, cultural and identity issues, substance use, emotion regulation difficulties, and the long-term impact of trauma and abuse. I also provide supervision to graduate students and new therapists working toward full licensure.

We live in times of incredible stress and unbelievably high expectations. I’m sure you hear your mind telling you to “push through” or “get over it.” Can you tell what it says when you finally let yourself accept that you need help?

Having been involved in the mental health field for over a decade, working across various setting (hospitals, VA, college) I now focus on those eager to enhance their creativity, community, and value-driven experiences. As the founder of an organization that has seen significant growth, my interest lies in supporting leaders—whether they are in creative roles, parenting, or mental health professions—who struggle with the demands of their work environments and the prioritization of their own healing. I believe relationships are formed in repair and I am useful to those seeking to deepen the interpersonal and cultural spaces.

I work to provide a genuine, warm, nonjudgmental, validating, and comforting presence. I utilize an integrative and collaborative style and individualize my approach to best fit each client’s unique concerns and situations. My hope is that the therapeutic space can allow for reflection, exploration, and an increased understanding of yourself and your world.

I help women and men who are hurting, angry, and struggling to find their way through life's challenges, to create real and lasting change. Maybe you find it difficult to reach out for help or feel you should be able to manage your own problems, but I know it can be frustrating and demoralizing when real change remains elusive. I will work with you to more fully understand the roots of the issues at hand and collaboratively find resolution and greater freedom.

Are you someone who is ready to embark on a transformative journey, seeking guidance to overcome life's challenges and embrace personal growth? Are you dealing with a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, or self-esteem concerns? Are you someone who desires a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express your thoughts, emotions, and experiences? or someone who yearns for a sense of empowerment, hoping to gain insight into their patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and build resilience.