Strength-Based Therapists in Chicago, IL

It can be challenging to take the first step in releasing the parts of us that no longer serve us. Wherever you are in your journey, I would be grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside you. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor providing holistic and weight-inclusive care for presenting concerns related to eating disorders, body image, women’s issues, trauma, anxiety and other mood concerns. As a person-centered therapist, I utilize a warm and authentic approach encouraging my clients to learn more about themselves, their identity, and their values.

I believe that we are the experts of our own experiences and work to ensure my clients feel safe and comfortable during sessions. I use a collaborative approach to goal setting, as healing can mean something different for everyone. My goal is to support you as you explore what that might mean for you.

As a psychologist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and help you find ways to be your best self. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can use them to better understand and resolve the current challenges in your life. By working collaboratively, we will work to adjust behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

I have experience in the treatment of addictions, anxiety, and depression. I am also experienced working with trauma, bipolar and borderline personality disorders. I graduated from Colorado Christian University in 2020 with my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am currently working on my CSAT certification. Prior to gaining my Master's in Clinical Mental Health, I worked in non-profit outreach providing services such as psychoeducation in anger management to marginalized population groups and people operations providing recruiting, career development, and human resources support.

Hello! I earned my MA from Northwestern University and have been honing my skills in private practice for six years. I use a relaxed and person-centered approach to help adults of all backgrounds authentically navigate the complexities of life. In a non-judgmental space, we will prioritize what is important to you. We will increase self-awareness by exploring relationship patterns, attachment styles, defense mechanisms, and meaningful memories. We will help daily life feel more manageable with mindfulness practice, communication/conflict management skills, and self-compassion.

It's okay to talk about it. Life brings unexpected and difficult challenges that leave us feeling lost and unsure. Grief, trauma, relationship struggles, life transition, work-related issues, addiction, existential or spiritual doubts, and persistent feelings of guilt, shame, and inadequacy. These experiences can be demoralizing and defeating but also provide an immense opportunity for change and growth.

I have been grounded in supporting Black, Indigenous, and people of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, and other intersectional identities in navigating points of rupture, disconnected desires, and feeling stuck. I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and welcoming therapy space that brings clients closer to their healed self. As an individual and relationship therapist, creating an inclusive environment for gender-affirming, ENM, poly, sex-positive, and BDSM & kink-affirming care is part of my practice.

My passion for the Collective Liberation of all LGBTQIA+ identifying folks through vulnerability, self reflection, and community connection help inform my approach. Are you a member of the QTBIPoC population seeking a space to process everything that is happening all at once? Are you invested in Revolution and Liberation, struggling with self connection and maintenance? Do you want a therapist that honors where you’re at while also helping you work towards your favorite self? Collaboration, Challenge and Compassion are things I provide to help guide you towards a more grounded life.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specialized in working with individuals and relationships on a variety of issues including race-related stress, anxiety, self-esteem and identity development, as well as intimacy and rebuilding trust and communication. I use a client-centered and collaborative approach to establish treatment goals, build upon strengths and growing edges, and to lift constraints which may be keeping you from achieving your goals.

Are you struggling with anxiety symptoms or depressive symptoms, including competing with your negative self-talk? Are you looking to find useful tools to manage your stress and create helpful routines? As your therapist, I will help you work on building a healthy relationship with yourself and be there with you as we address those parts of yourself that feel scary. I work collaboratively, providing a safe, culturally sensitive, and encouraging virtual space to explore all of the stressors that are impacting you.

There is one skill that we could all benefit from: the ability to regulate our emotions. I teach individuals how to do this by examining their core beliefs. Sessions with me are meant to be educational. Individuals who seek out my help do so with the comfort of knowing that they will walk out of sessions knowing more about themselves and how to get what they want out of life. Once you have the ability to regulate your emotions, you will be able to behave in ways that brings you closer to your goals whether that's communicating effectively to your partner or maintaining a working relationship with frustrating coworkers.

I believe that you are the expert in your story and understand that it can be difficult to ask for support, especially when you aren’t sure what to expect. Within you are the answers to many of the challenges you are trying to overcome. My role is to come along side you to help clear the obstacles that are preventing real growth and change. I am always honored to observe my clients through their journey and am truly passionate about supporting you in managing symptoms and gaining coping skills on the path to healing.

Welcome! I am honored to walk alongside you and help you navigate throughout this experience. I am passionate about working with students. This phase of life comes with a unique set of challenges such as adjusting to life transitions, working through school and career stressors, managing relationship and family challenges, and exploring one’s developing identity. I aim to help you navigate stress management, prevent burnout, and set a healthy work/life balance. I also specialize in working with clients with body image issues and eating concerns, and have extensively researched ADHD and concentration difficulties in young adults.

We all have moments in life that overwhelm our ability to cope! When that happens, everyday life can become way more challenging. If you have experienced trauma, are struggling with identity, or dealing with anxiety or depression, you know what hard work it is to get through the day and feel ok!

Relationships are challenging and trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, worry, shame and guilt are just some of the things that can hinder you from not only achieving a healthy relationship but also being the best version of yourself. As a Couples and Family therapist I help individuals, couples and families achieve relationship satisfaction, gain a deeper understanding of self and each other and heal from wounds that are negatively impacting the ability to heal. I believe that each individual in a relationship has their own individual thoughts and beliefs that are impacted by childhood and the families we are born into.

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or alone, I’m here to help. I work with teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship issues looking for new avenues to address obstacles to personal fulfillment.

The start of therapy is often a painful or stressful time. I will work with you to improve your current life and increase your future resilience. I believe the foundation of this work is often the experience of being truly heard. There are stories behind the things we do and the feelings we have. We usually know parts of these stories, but therapy helps us to know more. As we come to know more, we gain more control, and it becomes easier to meet life’s challenges. Additionally, we become better at seeing people and situations for what they really are, which helps us to avoid ruts at work and in our relationships.

Specializing in EMDR, Grief, and Perinatal Mental Health. Let's Navigate the Depths Together. As a bilingual (spanish) therapist I am here to support adults and couples navigating through life's toughest challenges. Whether you're battling feelings of depression, anxiety, or facing difficult transitions, know that you're not alone. Together, we'll equip you with the tools to overcome these obstacles and rediscover joy. Life's journey can be overwhelming, but with compassionate guidance, healing is possible. Let's embark on this journey together.

Clients I work with will present with a wide array of challenges, some of which include anxiety, depression, relational issues, and life transitions. While each client is unique, all clients are looking for change in some capacity. My job is to help my client(s) identify what is not working for them and instead explore what life looks like in absence of the problem(s).