ADHD Therapists in Chicago, IL

If you're considering therapy, you may have asked yourself questions like "Do I really need it? How can it help me?" While many of us turn to family and friends for emotional support during stressful times, moments do come when difficulties seem to mount and persist, and when talking to a trained, professional helper can bring about relief from suffering, as well as personal growth. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with 20 years of post graduate experience in private practice and community mental health settings. I treat adults presenting with anxiety, depression, ADHD and stress from challenging life transitions.

I primarily work with adolescents and adults ages 12 - 65 years, and have specialized training in ADHD and a particular interest in family trauma and dynamics. I also have experience with those struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, difficulty with transitions, and more. I value being genuine with clients in order to create a space of safety and trust, especially with teens and young adults. My style is direct, interactive, and humorous. In addition, I focus on acknowledging the humanness of our experience as essential for growth of the individual.

If you've been feeling stuck, stretched too thin, or overwhelmed lately, I'm here to help. As a career changing therapist who has lived in 6 different states, I love working with people struggling with the transitions life can throw at us, both big and small, and anyone looking to make some changes to their life. As your therapist, it's my goal to create a warm, direct, occasionally funny, and always collaborative relationship where you feel comfortable and supported while pursuing your goals in therapy. I specialize in treating adults with anxiety, burnout from corporate work, adult ADHD, CPTSD, and familial estrangement.

I'm currently not accepting new clients! Are you having difficulty focusing or concentrating? Do you have racing thoughts, feel anxious or difficulty sleeping? Are you having trouble managing your emotions? Do you feel fatigued and depressed? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a ADHD-Certified Clinical Service Provider. I provide individual therapy for adults experiencing symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder social anxiety, life transitions and stress.

I work with people with ADHD. Tell me if this sounds like you. Trouble starting tasks (housework, job tasks) or completing them. Trouble with rejection - feeling that sharp pain that can last days or weeks. Dopamine temptation - Too much social media, video games, shopping, overeating, pornography. Time crisis - being late to appointments, estimating how long things will take, being way too early to appointments, Getting so engaged that hours pass without you noticing. Trouble paying attention - getting bored if you aren’t talking, trouble listening for long periods, getting distracted by loud noises, cute dogs, etc.

I understand how overwhelming the process of finding a therapist can be as well as the discouragement felt when your therapist isn’t the right fit. My approach to therapy is down to earth and humanistic. Therefore, I recognize that everyone is having their own authentic and imperfect experience which cannot be judged, and the way I treat every client mirrors that. My core belief is that everyone deserves to be heard, and my clients walk away from sessions feeling seen, heard, and supported. I tell all of my clients that I’m just a regular person, too, and provide realistic and self-compassionate perspectives.

I specialize in working with people struggling with symptoms of ADHD, Autism, anxiety, trauma, or navigating through losses and grief. I will take you on a journey of healing, learning practical and lasting coping mechanisms, and overcoming your struggles and insecurities. My goal is to support you in improving your life and becoming the person you aspire to be. I work with individuals and provide couples and family therapy.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with a background working with both adolescent and adult populations in treatment settings. My approach to therapy is collaborative and strengths based.

If you often catch yourself worrying about the future or dwelling on the past, I imagine you're feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, wanting to feel secure in the present moment. My goal is to meet you right where you are and equip you with the tools to navigate life's challengesm while encouraging you to see things from different lenses in a safe environment where you can be yourself as we journey back to the here and now. My approach is encouraging, collaborative, and conversational in nature. I value authenticity, responsibility, integrity, and empowerment, both in and outside of the therapeutic setting.

My clinical approach is authentic and integrative, resulting in a collaborative treatment plan based on client’s culture and values, the best available clinical research, and clinical expertise for my clients to thrive in their lives. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults in individual, family and group settings. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Executive Functioning (EF) skills, complex trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, depression, racial/cultural identities, academic performance, family conflicts, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, stress and other life concerns. I also speak Korean.

It's hard to know what someone will be like by simply reading a few paragraphs on a screen. Finding the right therapist is frustrating, so I will try my best to tell you who I am and how I can help. With a direct yet empathetic approach, we will address difficult topics using clinically proven treatment interventions. I will challenge and push you during sessions while saving room for humor because I believe that with this combination, we can find strength, resilience, and connection that help motivate us toward a more empowered future..

I have been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner for the last 3 years. Prior to obtaining my Master’s degree, I worked as a Registered Nurse for 10 years in several different settings. My approach to service and treatment is always patient centered. I’m a huge advocate for patient’s rights and encourage my patient’s to be involved in their own medical decisions. I strive on developing strong relationships with my patients and being the most compassionate, empathetic and nonjudgmental person so they can feel comfortable talking to me and opening up about their health concerns.

I received my doctorate in Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology and am trained to work with individuals across the lifespan. I specialize in treating challenges that occur during critical periods of development, including neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD and learning disorders), anxiety, depression, and social challenges. My approach to treatment is active, present-focused, and based on established and effective interventions for psychological disorders and transitional challenges.

Hi! Whether this is the 1st or the 15th profile you've viewed, I'm sending you the highest of high fives for seeking support while surviving all of THIS (picture me gesturing to the current state of the world). Adulting is hard and it’s made worse when we feel alone in the challenges we face. As a therapy client myself for many years, I am always cognizant of what it can feel like sitting on the couch. This experience feeds my passion to work hard to extend the same support and compassion to my clients that I have received from my therapist when I needed it the most.

Shelly Gore, LCSW, is dedicated to guiding individuals through life's challenges with compassion and expertise. At LifeStance Health in Illinois, she offers specialized therapy to help clients achieve contentment and resilience. Shelly welcomes children, adolescents, and adults into her practice, ensuring a safe space for healing and growth. With over two decades of experience, Shelly specializes in PTSD/Trauma, ADHD, and PostPartum Depression/Anxiety. She is passionate about supporting individuals through life transitions, trauma recovery, and managing anxiety and depression.

Do you feel stressed out and tired of trying to do everything yourself? Have you been thinking about talking to someone, but it hasn't felt like the right time yet? And is it getting harder to set certain thoughts and feelings aside and "just not think about it?" I specialize in helping people work through stressful transitions and high-conflict situations. Through individual or couple's therapy, we can work together to find peace again and achieve the goals which you've wanted but have felt out of reach.

I am Glenda Smith, PhD, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and owner of Frame of Mind Psychological Services, Inc. I have 20+ years of experience working with children and adults, addressing a myriad of concerns and helping to search for solutions. So, if you want to do something amazing but don't think you can. Or if you are feeling overwhelmed and off balanced, rest your mind in a calm space to help you find answers to what troubles you or create a different/new path.

My passion is helping and empowering people so they can become best versions of theirselves through understanding and acceptance. I work with lgbt+ individuals, grade school children, teens, and adults as well as couples and families.

Claire has experience working with individuals, families and couples. She especially enjoys working with teens and young adults. Claire is committed to providing an encouraging, supportive and honest, judgement free space. She is passionate about supporting clients experiencing ADHD, cancer, chronic illness, anxiety, stress, divorce and self-esteem or body image issues, as well as assisting clients in processing and navigating various life stage transitions.