Relationship Issues Therapists in Chicago, IL

The individuals who come to me for support are those struggling with eating disorders. We work together to identify goals that are important to you, and address some underlying self esteem concerns and lack of power within your life. Together, we take your power back, eliminating the compulsive need to control food. The second population I serve are those with marital and relationship issues. I have completed Level 1 training of the Gottman method and utilize the strategies to help couples identify the ways in which they sabotage their relationship and restore the friendship that originally brought you together as a couple.

My ideal style of therapy is suited to clients who believe that the relationship between therapist and client is paramount to the ability to change. I believe that change happens at the crossroads of challenge and non-judgement and this is the primary focus of my treatment- creating a safe environment in which clients believe they can present their issues and have them challenged in a supportive and non-judgemental way. I firmly believe that all clients have the ability to heal and grow regardless of personal, historical, professional and relational challenges.

I believe in the power of human connection and the part it plays in healing. I bring genuineness to sessions and meet clients where they are at. In addition to my psychotherapy experience, I am a certified yoga instructor who strongly believes in the mind-body connection and approaching healing in a holistic manner. My approach to therapy emphasizes the power of being in-tuned with the body to help understand the mind. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome the challenges of significant life transitions such as infertility, postpartum struggles, and parenthood.

I help women through the often confusing and painful process of separating from difficult, often narcissistic, partners. We then navigate the “what comes next part” of the decision to separate (maybe this starts with telling the Difficult Partner you’re leaving). Leaving a Difficult Partner is hard, because at the end of the day the women I work with all loved the Difficult Partner they are trying to separate from. Humans are rarely “all good” or “all bad.” Most women have had really wonderful moments with their Difficult Partner, yet they have come to realize they also felt deep pain that they could no longer tolerate.

Battling anxiety, depression, and overwhelming stress can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation. Your inner dialogue can become increasingly negative, and you may find yourself stuck in a seemingly unbreakable pattern of unhelpful thoughts. Through therapy, it is possible to break that cycle and engineer a new, positive, and healthy view of one's self and one's life. Through the utilization of an integrative approach, I am able to draw from a variety of therapeutic principles, to tailor our sessions to your specific needs.

I hear co-parents express frustration that they cannot seem to get on the same page as one another. Often parents view their child’s behavior as a reflection of their parenting, but my goal is to help you understand your child’s behavior as their way of communicating needs. Learning how to parent more intentionally than you experienced as a child can be overwhelming. Whether it be at home, the playground, school drop off, or even the grocery store, parents and children alike can learn the skills necessary to feel confident and connected in all of life’s circumstances.

Hello! I am a graduate from The Family Institute at Northwestern University with a wide range of experience helping late adolescents and adults navigate job stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, grief/loss, trauma, LGBTQIA+ identities, relationship concerns and the many other challenges we may face in life.

Everyone deserves an outlet to express themselves and communicate their emotions in an open, safe, and nonjudgmental space. I believe in working in a partnership with you to guide you to discover your strengths through life challenges and to achieve the best version of yourself. I am committed to empowering you with the tools, education, and knowledge you need to perform optimally in daily situations. Together we can work to safely explore how past traumas have shaped the person you are and establish goals toward how you would like to grow.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or prioritizing self care? Do you need help processing trauma or adverse childhood experiences? We will explore feelings, stressors, identify patterns, implement boundaries, and practice coping skills. You will gain self awareness that improves your functioning and well-being.

Finding a therapist who matches your style is the most important step in this process. My approach to therapy is someone who will listen to you with an open ear and remain non-judgmental while pushing you outside of your comfort zone. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important piece of therapy. In life, you will encounter a lot of experiences that can leave you with feelings of uncertainty, overwhelmed, and overall dissatisfaction. The decision to seek therapy is a positive and courageous choice. As a therapist, I believe in bridging the gap that can ultimately lead you to be the best version of yourself.

Having lived in different countries (China, England, and the U.S.) and the life of both a “majority” and a “minority”, from marketing to mental health, I am able to connect with people in their diverse life experiences. I see therapy as a relationship between two people committed to face the deeper truths of our lives. I am here to understand your unique personal story, and support you in sorting out complex emotional and relational concerns. The goal is for you to set yourself free from limiting barriers, build emotional resilience, and develop more fulfilling relationships with others.

I am a therapist who tends to be more direct in sessions. I am an active participant in my sessions, which can be seen through challenging my clients, helping them learn new tools, and actively participating in the conversation through questions and feedback. I love to work with both couples and individuals. Whether you are going through a life transition, dealing with anxiety, job dissatisfaction, or relationship struggles, I work through a strength-based approach and hope to empower my clients to help them make a change in their lives.

I am a Certified Daring Way Facilitator, skilled in delivering the curriculum of Brené Brown around building shame resilience and wholehearted living. My areas of expertise include counseling adults experiencing challenging life transitions--relationships, identity, employment, and geographic-- and the changes in mood that may occur. I have a particular interest in working with young adults experiencing a quarter-life crisis. I work with people suffering from depression, anxiety, or relationship issues-dating, marriage, friendships, or family. I create a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space where you have the opportunity to explore your feelings and share your unique story.

We are a Group Practice Accepting New Clients! Are you ready for healing & wholeness? My goal is to walk alongside you as you uncover your true potential, heal wounds, and live your most authentic life. I am here to partner with you in creating a safe and supportive space for growth and wellness. I specialize in anxiety, depression, faith-based counseling, pre-martial/martial counseling, life transitions, and identity issues. Every person is special and unique and for that reason I utilize a holistic approach and adapt each counseling relationship to the individual’s personal needs, goals, and aspirations.

I hold a shame-free space for you and your relationship partner(s) to understand and reshape patterns that cause distress and distance. Part of my role as a therapist is to gently guide you beyond “who-said-what” so we can understand and honor the emotional roots of conflict. I aim to honor your life stories so far, while also empowering you to create the kind of relationship you want for the future. In addition to relationship partners, I also work with individual clients on gender and sexual identity exploration, trauma, and life transitions.

Renew. Revive. Restore. The decision to begin therapy is a brave one. Embarking on a journey of healing is an investment in one's self. I seek to partner with clients on their quest to better understand themselves, their relationships and their lives. In the confines of a respectful, nurturing relationship, clients heal from their past and create a new narrative in which they can thrive.

My primary area of focus is with children and adolescents (both neurodivergent and neurotypical), as well as their family systems. I believe that regardless of or area of concern, we all need strong and supportive relationships in our lives, which I utilize when approaching behavioral concerns, mood conditions, and challenging family dynamics.

We often feel misunderstood, which can perpetuate our cycles of suffering and isolate us from others. These cycles make it difficult and complicated to process our own feelings, life experiences, and relationships. Therapy is a useful tool for gaining insight into ourselves and bringing awareness to what lies underneath these cycles.

Therapy is the practice of finding opportunities for growth, while identifying the circumstances we can alter and finding peace with those we cannot. I use a systemic approach to help clients integrate their past experiences and relationships with where they are currently, in order to help them move forward with greater intention and well-being. This can be done through verbal expression, creative arts, play, movement, and writing. My approach is compassionate, curious, creative, affirming, and strength-based. I prioritize the therapist-client relationship in order to foster trust and safety, and help support change.