Strength-Based Therapists in Chicago, IL

No matter what difficulties you are going through now, I am convinced that you will be able to learn new skills and strategies to help you overcome your obstacles and create new life success and fulfillment. Over the years, I have worked with many people who were struggling with a variety of issues and found that they were capable of change even though they were filled with doubts and fears. Overcoming many personal challenges, career changes and losses over the years, I understand your challenges deeply with compassion. And I am committed to updating my professional skills continually to give you the latest skills for success.

I am passionate about working with adults suffering from depression and anxiety due to narcissistic abuse, racial discrimination/trauma, or job-related stress. With specialized training and education in Applied Behavior Analysis and behavior patterns, I also help adults with learning disabilities such as ADHD and dyslexia who are having difficulties performing and processing in occupational or school settings.

I am Norma Venable a Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 25 years of counseling experience and love helping others! My priority is to provide a therapeutic relationship in a safe, nonjudgmental, and confidential environment so you feel comfortable discussing your truth. My person-centered & integrative approach is customized to your specific needs. I utilize counseling from a positive, holistic, strength-based perspective of hope and growth through self-awareness and insights. I believe each of us is a unique individual with several differences that make us who we are so only we know the best solutions for ourselves.

With warmth and compassion, I aim to create a space where you feel heard, seen, supported, and empowered. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, disordered eating and body image concerns, stress, burnout, and life transitions.

I am accepting Telehealth clients only at this time. My goal in therapy is for you to discover a new skill set so you can become a better version of you. We will work together to achieve your needs. I have master’s degree in Community Counseling and I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) in IL and WA state. My specialties range from anxiety disorders, grief, life transitions to relationships and family conflict.

I use Positive Psychology to inspire and help my clients to thrive and flourish. I use a mix of positive psychology, CBT, strength-based and mindfulness approaches. As a certified trainer and nutritionist, I adopt a holistic approach addressing the mind and the body as they mutually influence each other. My aim is for my clients to find meaning in their lives with a strong sense of purpose, and to find their balance to be able to flourish. If you are transitioning into a new career, searching for yourself or just want to unleash the inner you, I would be delighted to accompany you.

Sometimes we all feel a little bit broken, we can get so caught up in what's going wrong or what's not working. Sometimes life get's hard, too much stress at home or work, relationship issues, grief and loss, addiction, depression, anxiety or feeling like we have just lost our way. No matter what is going on, you have taken that first step and you have come to the right place.

My name is Michelle Locke. I am an LCSW with over 20 years of experience ranging from work in the fields of child welfare, corrections, mental health, domestic violence, medical social work, and hospice care.

Searching for ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression, or improve your relationships? Meet Jaylene, a licensed clinical social worker with eight years of experience in providing mental health counseling. At a not-for-profit agency, she adopts a strength-based approach, guiding clients to cultivate resilience and positivity in their lives. With couples, she focuses on nurturing communication and fostering a deeper understanding of their relationship dynamics.

As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, I have spent the majority of my training working with children/adolescent and young adult populations. I received both my master's and doctoral degrees from Adler University and trained in forensic, neuropsychological, private practice, and therapeutic day school environments. The experiences I have gained across these training experiences have prepared me for culturally-informed and evidence-based treatments.

In times when we are feeling stuck or challenged, therapy can provide a space for healing, growth, and self-understanding. I use a client centered, strength-based approach that focuses on fostering a safe, therapeutic environment. I will aim to support you in building self-awareness and increasing self-esteem. I have experience working with a variety of clinical issues including ADHD, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and trauma in individuals of all ages. Additionally, I have specialized training in working with children and families, and love partnering with children and caregivers to support connection.

I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Champaign, Illinois committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. I'm passionate about helping first-generation college students, young professionals, and adults from culturally diverse backgrounds achieve their personal, relational, academic, and career goals. I have 15-years of experience helping individuals with depression, anxiety, stress/panic, trauma, relationship issues, college stressors, career issues, life transitions, and cultural identity concerns.

Hey there, I am Diana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; I have ten years of experience as a therapist. Chicago-born, bicultural, Spanish-speaking, culturally sensitive, and proud Latina. I treat adults, adolescents, children, first responders, and couples. I specialize in working with those who have experienced complex trauma. I have a safe space for you to unload those stressors when life can get tricky. Let's explore those challenges such as depression, anxiety, unhealthy relationships, anger issues, and self-harm behaviors. Working with me, you will learn tools and techniques to manage depressed mood, stress, and anxiety.

I am a pre-licensed Social Worker who takes a client-centered, trauma-informed approach to my work with clients. I have a special interest in working with perinatal concerns such as postpartum anxiety, depression and OCD as well as birth trauma. I have experience in a residential treatment setting, where I provided therapeutic mental health services to youth within the child welfare system. teens and young adults. I pull therapeutic techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

I believe that it takes a lot of strength and courage to ask for help. If you are ready to take the next steps to improve your quality of life, please reach out to me to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if I’m the right clinician to support you on your journey. I am a solution focused therapist and use a strength-based approach in my practice. While I believe that processing past trauma and experiences can be an important part of recovery, I am here to meet you where you are right now to help focus on your goals for the future.

I understand that taking the first step and reaching out for help and support is challenging, now more than ever. I believe that making your Mental Health a priority is the key to your overall wellness and happiness. It is very important to me to provide a judgment free, supportive environment where you can focus on just that, your overall wellness and goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist actively licensed in both Illinois and California. I have extensive experience with a wide array of clientele.

I have worked with clients that have experienced concerns from addiction, depression, stress, anxiety, parenting and relationship problems. I have provided counseling to adolescences, individuals, couples, and families. Many people have experienced some form of trauma in their lives and feeling better and hopeful is a goal that people desire.

Whether it is dealing with a long-time childhood experience or a current life situation, I am here to collaborate and support you to achieve wellness and wholeness. I help children, adults, and families manage chronic and transient stressful life situations. I find satisfaction when my clients apply the techniques learned in sessions to overcome depression, anxiety, psychological trauma/PTSD, fears, low self-confidence, and/or relationship and family issues. As a Registered Play Therapist, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and Certified Grief Counselor, I also specialize in childhood adversities, grief, and loss.

I am accepting new clients! With over 13 years of experience as a mental health professional, I am passionate about helping adolescents, women, mothers, couples, and athletes navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their sense of purpose. Using a holistic, strength-based, cognitive behavioral approach, I help align self-perception with life goals and foster self-discovery, emotional intelligence, and better relationships. I believe that together, we can restore balance and help you live with purpose.