Therapists in Chicago, IL
Ashé Counseling & Coaching LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
If you're not living the life you love, lets talk about it. I work with highly ambitious, driven people whose lives seem to be going well on the outside – but privately, they're in pain. My clients may also experience lack of focus and procrastination. The cause may be evident or waiting to be discovered. Either way, something needs to be addressed in order to fully blossom, and my clients are willing to do the work to address it.
If you're not living the life you love, lets talk about it. I work with highly ambitious, driven people whose lives seem to be going well on the outside – but privately, they're in pain. My clients may also experience lack of focus and procrastination. The cause may be evident or waiting to be discovered. Either way, something needs to be addressed in order to fully blossom, and my clients are willing to do the work to address it.
Melissa Martin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with adults who are dealing with challenges including but not limited to: identifying and healing from trauma, identity exploration, interpersonal conflict, relationship with food and body, addictions, life transitions, eating disorders, mood disorders, stress management, and ADHD. The goal of my work with clients is for them to increase authenticity and vulnerability within the therapeutic relationship first, then translate that success to their lives outside of therapy. I empower clients with coping skills and provide a safe space for learning effective communication of and connection to emotions.
I am passionate about working with adults who are dealing with challenges including but not limited to: identifying and healing from trauma, identity exploration, interpersonal conflict, relationship with food and body, addictions, life transitions, eating disorders, mood disorders, stress management, and ADHD. The goal of my work with clients is for them to increase authenticity and vulnerability within the therapeutic relationship first, then translate that success to their lives outside of therapy. I empower clients with coping skills and provide a safe space for learning effective communication of and connection to emotions.
Hi! I'm Katie, I work at Practical Audacity in Chicago. None of us exists in a vacuum. We exist in relationships with families of origin, kin of choice, partners, co-workers, communities, and systems, each of which can be sources of nourishment or harm, helpful or less-helpful habits, and affirming or invalidating perspectives. Healing from trauma requires us to explore our own identities and relationship experiences so that we can find our own way towards a life of meaning, lived as our authentic selves. We are more than our hurts, symptoms, and social positions. Our motivations and desires change throughout our lives.
Hi! I'm Katie, I work at Practical Audacity in Chicago. None of us exists in a vacuum. We exist in relationships with families of origin, kin of choice, partners, co-workers, communities, and systems, each of which can be sources of nourishment or harm, helpful or less-helpful habits, and affirming or invalidating perspectives. Healing from trauma requires us to explore our own identities and relationship experiences so that we can find our own way towards a life of meaning, lived as our authentic selves. We are more than our hurts, symptoms, and social positions. Our motivations and desires change throughout our lives.
Rachel Molosky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
One on one, human to human, I believe in walking with you, meeting you wherever you’re at in your life. With unconditional positive regard and a lot of authenticity, I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental, safe space where you can feel comfortable being real and opening up. Using a whole-person approach, our relationship will be a partnership that is personalized and tailored to you and your values. We’re going to pivot between focusing on letting go of what’s not in your control and empowering you to change what you can.
One on one, human to human, I believe in walking with you, meeting you wherever you’re at in your life. With unconditional positive regard and a lot of authenticity, I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental, safe space where you can feel comfortable being real and opening up. Using a whole-person approach, our relationship will be a partnership that is personalized and tailored to you and your values. We’re going to pivot between focusing on letting go of what’s not in your control and empowering you to change what you can.
With a deep-rooted conviction that building a healthy relationship is an acquirable skill, I am dedicated to guiding individuals towards a path of transformative growth. I firmly believe the art of expressing thoughts and emotions serves as a cornerstone for the development of a healthy relationship. My approach is rooted in the belief that learning healthy strategies, coupled with unlearning unhealthy patterns, serves as a catalyst for emotional management and self-awareness. Your aspirations for an enriched and rewardarding life is paramount, and I look forward to accompanying you on your journey toward relational growth.
With a deep-rooted conviction that building a healthy relationship is an acquirable skill, I am dedicated to guiding individuals towards a path of transformative growth. I firmly believe the art of expressing thoughts and emotions serves as a cornerstone for the development of a healthy relationship. My approach is rooted in the belief that learning healthy strategies, coupled with unlearning unhealthy patterns, serves as a catalyst for emotional management and self-awareness. Your aspirations for an enriched and rewardarding life is paramount, and I look forward to accompanying you on your journey toward relational growth.
Emily Deaver
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60613
My name is Emily Deaver and I am a warm, compassionate counselor who believes in a holistic and integrative approach that meets your unique needs and the needs of your family. I specialize in working with young people utilizing a multifaceted, developmentally appropriate plan to address a wide range of challenges. I work in partnership with my clients to increase healthy coping mechanisms and to improve their overall quality of life.
My name is Emily Deaver and I am a warm, compassionate counselor who believes in a holistic and integrative approach that meets your unique needs and the needs of your family. I specialize in working with young people utilizing a multifaceted, developmentally appropriate plan to address a wide range of challenges. I work in partnership with my clients to increase healthy coping mechanisms and to improve their overall quality of life.
Parenting can be challenging and may leave you struggling to interact positively with your child(ren). Psychologist for Parenting helps parent(s) in 37 PSYPACT participating states (listed below) to gain awareness of their blinders, which helps build insight into family dynamics that are interfering with relationships and communication challenges. (Accepting clients who reside in: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY).
Parenting can be challenging and may leave you struggling to interact positively with your child(ren). Psychologist for Parenting helps parent(s) in 37 PSYPACT participating states (listed below) to gain awareness of their blinders, which helps build insight into family dynamics that are interfering with relationships and communication challenges. (Accepting clients who reside in: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY).
DeVona Alleyne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60601
Clients come to me and receive compassionate care without negative judgment as a means to make meaning of the events of their lives. That new understanding, gained in a supportive coaching relationship with the therapist, becomes the foundation for positive change. Open and self-aware clients tend to want validation of their thoughts and challenges to what hasn't worked. Skeptical clients tend to desire safety and assurance that someone is on their side. Regardless of the category, clients tend to get what they need from one session to the next.
Clients come to me and receive compassionate care without negative judgment as a means to make meaning of the events of their lives. That new understanding, gained in a supportive coaching relationship with the therapist, becomes the foundation for positive change. Open and self-aware clients tend to want validation of their thoughts and challenges to what hasn't worked. Skeptical clients tend to desire safety and assurance that someone is on their side. Regardless of the category, clients tend to get what they need from one session to the next.
Allison Osmer
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647 (Online Only)
Are you seeking a safe space where your unique identity is understood and celebrated? I help my clients in navigating anxiety, executive functioning skills, major life transitions, burnout, and/or relationship issues. My focus is in supporting high functioning adults, medical students & other helping professionals, and those that experience work-related stress or anxiety. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your identity and relationships freely. My practice is informed by my training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, where we explore how past experiences and behaviors shape your present life.
Are you seeking a safe space where your unique identity is understood and celebrated? I help my clients in navigating anxiety, executive functioning skills, major life transitions, burnout, and/or relationship issues. My focus is in supporting high functioning adults, medical students & other helping professionals, and those that experience work-related stress or anxiety. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your identity and relationships freely. My practice is informed by my training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, where we explore how past experiences and behaviors shape your present life.
I believe everyone deserves to enjoy a meaningful, fulfilling life, but I know from experience how challenging that can be at times. Let me help you develop coping skills for various issues such as relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, pre and postpartum issues, career-related issues, teen issues, and attachment and family issues.
I believe everyone deserves to enjoy a meaningful, fulfilling life, but I know from experience how challenging that can be at times. Let me help you develop coping skills for various issues such as relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, pre and postpartum issues, career-related issues, teen issues, and attachment and family issues.
My name is Melissa Shanley and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and I am here to help. I graduated from Eastern Illinois University where I studied to earn my Master of Science in Clinical Counseling. I have years of experience working in and supervising community mental health centers, college settings, hospital settings, and as an outpatient therapist to all ages and populations. My professional interests include working with people who have experienced complex trauma/PTSD, family systems issues, and supporting people with attachment, anxiety, and mood disorders.
My name is Melissa Shanley and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and I am here to help. I graduated from Eastern Illinois University where I studied to earn my Master of Science in Clinical Counseling. I have years of experience working in and supervising community mental health centers, college settings, hospital settings, and as an outpatient therapist to all ages and populations. My professional interests include working with people who have experienced complex trauma/PTSD, family systems issues, and supporting people with attachment, anxiety, and mood disorders.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647
Sometimes our brain can be a scary place to live in. Sometimes our bodies feel disconnected from us, or we just feel a bit ‘off.’ And sometimes the life around us is too hard, too much, too painful. These thoughts, feelings, and sensations can be isolating, and that’s where therapy comes in. My hope is for you to feel a little less alone as you unpack the complexities of your life and move towards healing. Through our work, your thoughts and feelings will be centered and we will learn alongside one another about how to best work through the issues you're facing. Welcome!
Sometimes our brain can be a scary place to live in. Sometimes our bodies feel disconnected from us, or we just feel a bit ‘off.’ And sometimes the life around us is too hard, too much, too painful. These thoughts, feelings, and sensations can be isolating, and that’s where therapy comes in. My hope is for you to feel a little less alone as you unpack the complexities of your life and move towards healing. Through our work, your thoughts and feelings will be centered and we will learn alongside one another about how to best work through the issues you're facing. Welcome!
You deserve to be heard, understood, validated and supported. TraShona is a clinical psychotherapist, specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties. While she works with clients across the developmental lifespan, TraShona has expertise in providing evidence-based therapies to couples, adolescents, and young adults. She is committed to providing a safe space for you, by ensuring that the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative and connecting experience.
You deserve to be heard, understood, validated and supported. TraShona is a clinical psychotherapist, specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties. While she works with clients across the developmental lifespan, TraShona has expertise in providing evidence-based therapies to couples, adolescents, and young adults. She is committed to providing a safe space for you, by ensuring that the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative and connecting experience.
Tiana D Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60607 (Online Only)
Special shoutout to you for taking your first step on your healing journey. Therapy can feel scary and foreign. These are normal feelings for your first time or even 10th time around. Whether you are navigating life's challenges, seeking personal growth/discovery, or striving for balance, I am here to provide support. Your empowerment and self-healing journey begins here.
Special shoutout to you for taking your first step on your healing journey. Therapy can feel scary and foreign. These are normal feelings for your first time or even 10th time around. Whether you are navigating life's challenges, seeking personal growth/discovery, or striving for balance, I am here to provide support. Your empowerment and self-healing journey begins here.
Our clients are diverse people, some struggle with depression or anxiety, others seek clarity in communication and adapting to change. What you request assistance with is our goal, and we will empathize and assist you in navigating the therapeutic journey. You, the client, are in charge of your life and your change. Your therapist is here to help you look at your choices, provide new skills, and be a support. All the MyLCSW clinicians believe that therapy starts where the client is.
Our clients are diverse people, some struggle with depression or anxiety, others seek clarity in communication and adapting to change. What you request assistance with is our goal, and we will empathize and assist you in navigating the therapeutic journey. You, the client, are in charge of your life and your change. Your therapist is here to help you look at your choices, provide new skills, and be a support. All the MyLCSW clinicians believe that therapy starts where the client is.
I discover objectively what is the issue, applying the best treatment for abuse, aging, alcohol/substance use, anger, anxiety, attention deficit, autism spectrum disorders, bereavement, cancer, career consultation, coping, criminal charges, custody, delinquency, dementia, depression, divorce, DUI, dyslexia, hyperactivity, hypnosis, individualized education plans, insomnia, job loss, learning disability, lower productivity, neuropsychological exams, panic attacks, parenting, personal injury, personality tests, post automobile accident, relationships, stress, trauma, TBI, underachievement, vocational guidance, workers compensation.
I discover objectively what is the issue, applying the best treatment for abuse, aging, alcohol/substance use, anger, anxiety, attention deficit, autism spectrum disorders, bereavement, cancer, career consultation, coping, criminal charges, custody, delinquency, dementia, depression, divorce, DUI, dyslexia, hyperactivity, hypnosis, individualized education plans, insomnia, job loss, learning disability, lower productivity, neuropsychological exams, panic attacks, parenting, personal injury, personality tests, post automobile accident, relationships, stress, trauma, TBI, underachievement, vocational guidance, workers compensation.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
Life's journey can present challenges that feel overwhelming, and at times, we may find ourselves seeking support and understanding. Navigating emotions can be complex. I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where you can express yourself freely. Together, we'll explore your feelings, helping you gain insights and a deeper understanding of your emotional landscape. I specialize in trauma informed care for African American, BIPOC, and other marginalized groups. With 15 years of experience in the field, I bring a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy.
Life's journey can present challenges that feel overwhelming, and at times, we may find ourselves seeking support and understanding. Navigating emotions can be complex. I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where you can express yourself freely. Together, we'll explore your feelings, helping you gain insights and a deeper understanding of your emotional landscape. I specialize in trauma informed care for African American, BIPOC, and other marginalized groups. With 15 years of experience in the field, I bring a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy.
Matthew Bell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60641 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The therapeutic environment offers a unique opportunity to share, confront, and enhance parts of ourselves while exploring and discovering deeper traits and skills that we may possess. As a therapist, I believe in empowering the individual through therapeutic experiences that foster a lasting change outside of the therapy setting. I cherish the opportunity to engage in this relationship and commit myself to doing the work with you and supporting your exploration. I value modeling transparency, care, boundaries, and healthy support systems. I believe that challenging dialogue in a safe environment leads to internal growth.
The therapeutic environment offers a unique opportunity to share, confront, and enhance parts of ourselves while exploring and discovering deeper traits and skills that we may possess. As a therapist, I believe in empowering the individual through therapeutic experiences that foster a lasting change outside of the therapy setting. I cherish the opportunity to engage in this relationship and commit myself to doing the work with you and supporting your exploration. I value modeling transparency, care, boundaries, and healthy support systems. I believe that challenging dialogue in a safe environment leads to internal growth.
I view psychotherapy as a collaborative partnership through which clients further develop and enhance their abilities and strengths. My hope is that clients become more cognizant of the internal and external elements that influence their well-being, and serve as energizers and/or drainers in their functioning across various settings. I work with clients to explore their wishes, clarify their goals, and create and implement plans to attain their objectives. In the process, I provide clients support and encouragement in a manner that is genuine, straightforward, thoughtful, and non-judgmental.
I view psychotherapy as a collaborative partnership through which clients further develop and enhance their abilities and strengths. My hope is that clients become more cognizant of the internal and external elements that influence their well-being, and serve as energizers and/or drainers in their functioning across various settings. I work with clients to explore their wishes, clarify their goals, and create and implement plans to attain their objectives. In the process, I provide clients support and encouragement in a manner that is genuine, straightforward, thoughtful, and non-judgmental.
