Person-Centered Therapists in Chicago, IL
Children convey their needs and challenges through their behavior. This can often leave parents feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about how to offer effective support. My approach involves working closely with the children and parents to help them uncover the underlying meaning behind these behaviors. I work with the child to help improve their emotional regulation skills. Together, we engage in thoughtful reflection on the dynamics within their relationships, and interactions. This effort is focused on improving the overall mental health and well-being of the child, as well as strengthening their familial bonds.
Children convey their needs and challenges through their behavior. This can often leave parents feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about how to offer effective support. My approach involves working closely with the children and parents to help them uncover the underlying meaning behind these behaviors. I work with the child to help improve their emotional regulation skills. Together, we engage in thoughtful reflection on the dynamics within their relationships, and interactions. This effort is focused on improving the overall mental health and well-being of the child, as well as strengthening their familial bonds.
My ideal client is looking to better understand their thoughts, feelings and behaviors and how these impact not only their current issues but may also have roots in past significant life events or relationship ruptures. I believe gradually processing positive and negative emotions is the key path towards long term healing. If you are ready to dive deeper into your history to gain understanding, healing and better emotional regulation skills while working alongside an empathic, authentic, humorous clinician willing to guide you towards growth at a pace comfortable to you, I welcome you!
My ideal client is looking to better understand their thoughts, feelings and behaviors and how these impact not only their current issues but may also have roots in past significant life events or relationship ruptures. I believe gradually processing positive and negative emotions is the key path towards long term healing. If you are ready to dive deeper into your history to gain understanding, healing and better emotional regulation skills while working alongside an empathic, authentic, humorous clinician willing to guide you towards growth at a pace comfortable to you, I welcome you!
It is my honor to walk with you during this pivotal time in your journey. I work directly with individuals who are ready to get unstuck and work toward living their best life. As a 2Spirited, Black man of trans experience, I understand the multiple layers of oppression and the intersection of multicultural and spiritual backgrounds. It is my intention that you have a safe space to celebrate yourself and your own unique journey. I am intentional about supporting you as we create a pathway to a greater awareness of self. Join me in the journey towards deconstructing thought patterns that no longer serve you. Your best life awaits!
It is my honor to walk with you during this pivotal time in your journey. I work directly with individuals who are ready to get unstuck and work toward living their best life. As a 2Spirited, Black man of trans experience, I understand the multiple layers of oppression and the intersection of multicultural and spiritual backgrounds. It is my intention that you have a safe space to celebrate yourself and your own unique journey. I am intentional about supporting you as we create a pathway to a greater awareness of self. Join me in the journey towards deconstructing thought patterns that no longer serve you. Your best life awaits!
I work with adolescents and adults. My specialities include working with people experiencing life transitions, survivors of trauma, queer and trans people, people of color, and disabled folks. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming, kink affirming, and sex positive. I also work with polyamourous and non-monogamous people, as well as those with other alternative relationship orientations. Additionally, I have experience working with folks with substance use concerns, adoptees, religious minorities, sex workers, and neurodivergent people.
I work with adolescents and adults. My specialities include working with people experiencing life transitions, survivors of trauma, queer and trans people, people of color, and disabled folks. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming, kink affirming, and sex positive. I also work with polyamourous and non-monogamous people, as well as those with other alternative relationship orientations. Additionally, I have experience working with folks with substance use concerns, adoptees, religious minorities, sex workers, and neurodivergent people.
Tessa Walk
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60629 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Tessa, a Christian therapist passionate about supporting individuals and couples through life’s most difficult challenges. I specialize in areas such as low self-esteem, body image, eating disorders, emotional abuse recovery, infertility, and relationship struggles. By integrating Biblical Truth with clinical expertise, I strive to create a compassionate environment for healing and growth. My goal is to walk alongside my clients as they confront their toughest battles, guiding them toward lasting freedom and transformation through Jesus—who is The Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6).
Hello! I'm Tessa, a Christian therapist passionate about supporting individuals and couples through life’s most difficult challenges. I specialize in areas such as low self-esteem, body image, eating disorders, emotional abuse recovery, infertility, and relationship struggles. By integrating Biblical Truth with clinical expertise, I strive to create a compassionate environment for healing and growth. My goal is to walk alongside my clients as they confront their toughest battles, guiding them toward lasting freedom and transformation through Jesus—who is The Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6).
Danielle Keys
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60606 (Online Only)
I am open about my legal blindness. I am an adaptable and direct clinician who is passionate about collaboratively assisting teens, adults, and families to achieve their unique goals in a healthy manner. I combine counseling techniques with practical, problem solving approaches to strengthen behavioral, emotional, and mind-body functioning to manage stress and empower clients. I highly value a client-centered approach to therapy and behavioral therapies to meet clients where they are and with acceptance.
I am open about my legal blindness. I am an adaptable and direct clinician who is passionate about collaboratively assisting teens, adults, and families to achieve their unique goals in a healthy manner. I combine counseling techniques with practical, problem solving approaches to strengthen behavioral, emotional, and mind-body functioning to manage stress and empower clients. I highly value a client-centered approach to therapy and behavioral therapies to meet clients where they are and with acceptance.
I am fluent in Spanish, focusing on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused, narrative therapy, and other evidence-based practices. Obtaining holistic healing for our mental health can be one of the greatest methods of self-care. The integration of faith-based practices with evidence-based therapies is very important to me. I welcome faith to be a part of the client’s healing process, as it can be an important avenue to consider. I aim to help clients gain insights into their emotional world and equip them with coping skills.
I am fluent in Spanish, focusing on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused, narrative therapy, and other evidence-based practices. Obtaining holistic healing for our mental health can be one of the greatest methods of self-care. The integration of faith-based practices with evidence-based therapies is very important to me. I welcome faith to be a part of the client’s healing process, as it can be an important avenue to consider. I aim to help clients gain insights into their emotional world and equip them with coping skills.
Hattie Holland
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60614 (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients! Telehealth Only - I believe that all humans possess a drive to be the very best that they can be, but it is not easy being human! As we walk along our path, we can experience obstacles that make it difficult to know our next move; sometimes we need a new perspective to help us find our way again. My areas of expertise include intimacy, interpersonal and marital relationships, anxiety, life transitions, and women’s issues. I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life. LGBTQ-allied & non-monogamy allied.
Now Accepting New Clients! Telehealth Only - I believe that all humans possess a drive to be the very best that they can be, but it is not easy being human! As we walk along our path, we can experience obstacles that make it difficult to know our next move; sometimes we need a new perspective to help us find our way again. My areas of expertise include intimacy, interpersonal and marital relationships, anxiety, life transitions, and women’s issues. I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life. LGBTQ-allied & non-monogamy allied.
Therapy may seem like a daunting task, but it's worth fighting for. A lot of people are in therapy because they've tried everything else to fix their problems and now need guidance on how not be stuck or anxious about what could potentially help them move forward towards happiness I'm here with you every step along the way; we'll see this thing through together
Therapy may seem like a daunting task, but it's worth fighting for. A lot of people are in therapy because they've tried everything else to fix their problems and now need guidance on how not be stuck or anxious about what could potentially help them move forward towards happiness I'm here with you every step along the way; we'll see this thing through together
Fernanda Ochoa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60613 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I am dedicated to actively listening to your daily concerns, no matter how challenging. My primary objective is to create a secure, non-judgmental environment where you feel comfortable opening up about your difficulties. I believe in fostering a collaborative approach to tackle the obstacles that may be hindering your progress towards achieving your goals. I am committed to equipping you with effective tools and coping mechanisms to navigate your emotions, all while nurturing self-love and confidence, empowering you to evolve into your best self.
As a therapist, I am dedicated to actively listening to your daily concerns, no matter how challenging. My primary objective is to create a secure, non-judgmental environment where you feel comfortable opening up about your difficulties. I believe in fostering a collaborative approach to tackle the obstacles that may be hindering your progress towards achieving your goals. I am committed to equipping you with effective tools and coping mechanisms to navigate your emotions, all while nurturing self-love and confidence, empowering you to evolve into your best self.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist skilled at creating a safe therapeutic space where hope fuels change, forges resilience and inspires growth for families, couples and individuals. I have been honored to work in multiple cross-cultural contexts and am dedicated to incorporating culturally sensitive and contextually informed practices in therapy. I am passionate about empowering clients to find congruence, balance, self-compassion, and transformation in their lives. I offer a warm and supportive atmosphere that is strength-based and goal-oriented.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist skilled at creating a safe therapeutic space where hope fuels change, forges resilience and inspires growth for families, couples and individuals. I have been honored to work in multiple cross-cultural contexts and am dedicated to incorporating culturally sensitive and contextually informed practices in therapy. I am passionate about empowering clients to find congruence, balance, self-compassion, and transformation in their lives. I offer a warm and supportive atmosphere that is strength-based and goal-oriented.
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Dr. Julie Thomas
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
If you're struggling with relationship issues, life transitions, or if you're facing a big life decision, I can help! We'll work together to help you face these challenges head on. I have advanced training in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship concerns. My approach is strengths-based and designed to help my clients identify and remove barriers keeping them from living their best lives possible.
If you're struggling with relationship issues, life transitions, or if you're facing a big life decision, I can help! We'll work together to help you face these challenges head on. I have advanced training in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship concerns. My approach is strengths-based and designed to help my clients identify and remove barriers keeping them from living their best lives possible.
How do you treat yourself? Do you show yourself the same compassion and care you offer your family, friends, and partner? Are you your biggest supporter or your harshest critic? My passion is working with adults who are unsatisfied with their relationships—be it with friends, family, or significant others. You deserve to feel loved and important. I want to help you identify and remove the barriers keeping you from realizing the life you want.
How do you treat yourself? Do you show yourself the same compassion and care you offer your family, friends, and partner? Are you your biggest supporter or your harshest critic? My passion is working with adults who are unsatisfied with their relationships—be it with friends, family, or significant others. You deserve to feel loved and important. I want to help you identify and remove the barriers keeping you from realizing the life you want.
Megan O'Brien
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA, RBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60614
To struggle is part of life, but it is not something you should go through alone. Mental health issues not only cause internal challenges but also difficulty with school, work, friends, family, and relationships. By allowing yourself to be supported, we can create a personalized treatment plan to fit your goals best. My therapeutic orientation is eclectic, but I integrate principles of evidence-based CBT, DBT, and ACT to bring lasting results.
To struggle is part of life, but it is not something you should go through alone. Mental health issues not only cause internal challenges but also difficulty with school, work, friends, family, and relationships. By allowing yourself to be supported, we can create a personalized treatment plan to fit your goals best. My therapeutic orientation is eclectic, but I integrate principles of evidence-based CBT, DBT, and ACT to bring lasting results.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, having relational conflict, experiencing low self-esteem or going through life transitions? Imagine how good it would feel to not constantly worry about how you will handle the next difficult situation or be held back by past experiences. How great would it be not to invest your energy into worrying about your relationships and instead enjoying them while staying true to who you are.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, having relational conflict, experiencing low self-esteem or going through life transitions? Imagine how good it would feel to not constantly worry about how you will handle the next difficult situation or be held back by past experiences. How great would it be not to invest your energy into worrying about your relationships and instead enjoying them while staying true to who you are.
I base my work on the belief that everyone can reach their potential with support. I am a Chicago native and use "he, him" pronouns. My clinical training encompasses holistic integrations of therapeutic modalities in treating the whole person. I work with my clients using a relational approach to develop a tailored mental health plan for each person. Collaboratively I work with clients to address the roots of their mental health status, promote healing, and lean into empowerment with the goal that his clients will recognize their full potential, step into their superpowers day after day, and lead a life of purpose and peace."
I base my work on the belief that everyone can reach their potential with support. I am a Chicago native and use "he, him" pronouns. My clinical training encompasses holistic integrations of therapeutic modalities in treating the whole person. I work with my clients using a relational approach to develop a tailored mental health plan for each person. Collaboratively I work with clients to address the roots of their mental health status, promote healing, and lean into empowerment with the goal that his clients will recognize their full potential, step into their superpowers day after day, and lead a life of purpose and peace."
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I work with adults, either individually or as couples. I use an interactive approach, grounded in Gestalt Therapy with a focus on the mind/body connection. I specialize in grief and loss and navigating life’s major transitions, in recovery from past trauma, and gay/lesbian issues.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I work with adults, either individually or as couples. I use an interactive approach, grounded in Gestalt Therapy with a focus on the mind/body connection. I specialize in grief and loss and navigating life’s major transitions, in recovery from past trauma, and gay/lesbian issues.
Hi there! I’m Edith, but please, call me Edie. As an out and proud transgender woman, I am excited to work with the LGBT community through sexuality- and gender-affirming treatment. Are you struggling with your gender and/or sexuality? I would love to walk with you as we collaboratively work to find answers, solutions, and resilience.
Hi there! I’m Edith, but please, call me Edie. As an out and proud transgender woman, I am excited to work with the LGBT community through sexuality- and gender-affirming treatment. Are you struggling with your gender and/or sexuality? I would love to walk with you as we collaboratively work to find answers, solutions, and resilience.
Essies Kaur Nagra
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60657
We all live in this fast-paced environment where we are always on the go. I understand the need to get things done in a timely manner but in these times, our mental health tends to be on the back burner. Asking for help is one of the hardest things to do but it’s also a courageous one. Taking that first step will help make meaningful changes in your everyday life so you can live a happier & enriched life. As your therapist, I will be working with you to understand what has led you to this point & to find effective solutions to maintain your therapeutic goals.
We all live in this fast-paced environment where we are always on the go. I understand the need to get things done in a timely manner but in these times, our mental health tends to be on the back burner. Asking for help is one of the hardest things to do but it’s also a courageous one. Taking that first step will help make meaningful changes in your everyday life so you can live a happier & enriched life. As your therapist, I will be working with you to understand what has led you to this point & to find effective solutions to maintain your therapeutic goals.
As humans, we are innately social and emotional beings that can all benefit from non-judgmental and unconditional support. Amanda Pierson, LCSW, looks at each individual as a multi-faceted person involved in multiple systems to understand their unique experiences. Amanda utilizes multiple therapeutic modalities to deliver individualized, compassion-focused treatment. Amanda's approach is warm, empathetic, direct & empowering. Amanda helps patients heal from hardship while building the resilience & confidence to move forward. Mental health awareness & personal growth are two passions Amanda exemplifies & fosters for all.
As humans, we are innately social and emotional beings that can all benefit from non-judgmental and unconditional support. Amanda Pierson, LCSW, looks at each individual as a multi-faceted person involved in multiple systems to understand their unique experiences. Amanda utilizes multiple therapeutic modalities to deliver individualized, compassion-focused treatment. Amanda's approach is warm, empathetic, direct & empowering. Amanda helps patients heal from hardship while building the resilience & confidence to move forward. Mental health awareness & personal growth are two passions Amanda exemplifies & fosters for all.
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