Asian Therapists in Elgin, IL
I'm a licensed art therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor that is dedicated to nurturing culturally attuned care for the Asian and Asian-American communities. At the core of my practice is an unyielding belief in the transformative and healing power of art, a medium that transcends linguistic and cultural barriers, inviting individuals from all walks of life to engage, express, and heal. I've embraced a diverse array of individuals, particularly championing the needs of people of color, immigrants, and minority groups, guiding them towards self-acceptance, gender affirmation, and a profound sense of self-worth.
I'm a licensed art therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor that is dedicated to nurturing culturally attuned care for the Asian and Asian-American communities. At the core of my practice is an unyielding belief in the transformative and healing power of art, a medium that transcends linguistic and cultural barriers, inviting individuals from all walks of life to engage, express, and heal. I've embraced a diverse array of individuals, particularly championing the needs of people of color, immigrants, and minority groups, guiding them towards self-acceptance, gender affirmation, and a profound sense of self-worth.
Dr. Magdalena Perez is a bilingual English-Spanish licensed clinical psychologist. Dr. Perez has over 15 years’ experience treating children, families and couples. She has treated a broad range of issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, family conflict, marital distress, post-traumatic stress disorder, etc. Dr. Perez has received extensive training on providing culturally sensitive treatments and is published on Latinx mental health issues. Dr. Perez’s therapeutic style is warm, non-judgmental and transparent. She believes it is an honor to work with her clients and navigate through the heartaches of life.
Dr. Magdalena Perez is a bilingual English-Spanish licensed clinical psychologist. Dr. Perez has over 15 years’ experience treating children, families and couples. She has treated a broad range of issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, family conflict, marital distress, post-traumatic stress disorder, etc. Dr. Perez has received extensive training on providing culturally sensitive treatments and is published on Latinx mental health issues. Dr. Perez’s therapeutic style is warm, non-judgmental and transparent. She believes it is an honor to work with her clients and navigate through the heartaches of life.
Opening up to a stranger about your personal life can feel awkward and intimidating. If you're here, you've already shown incredible courage. Counseling can help you understand your experiences and emotions, provide valuable tools, and enable you to rewrite your story with compassion. I am dedicated to helping individuals grow in self-awareness, resilience, and authenticity.
Opening up to a stranger about your personal life can feel awkward and intimidating. If you're here, you've already shown incredible courage. Counseling can help you understand your experiences and emotions, provide valuable tools, and enable you to rewrite your story with compassion. I am dedicated to helping individuals grow in self-awareness, resilience, and authenticity.
Scott Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elgin, IL 60123
Looking to make a change in your life? I'm here to help. Therapy is a collaborative process and I am here to walk with you through life's struggles, transitions, and achievements. I use an integrative approach that draws on people's individual strengths using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Psychodynamic Theory. I have experience working with people navigating the challenges life brings them. I've treated individuals diagnosed with a range of disorder such as Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Looking to make a change in your life? I'm here to help. Therapy is a collaborative process and I am here to walk with you through life's struggles, transitions, and achievements. I use an integrative approach that draws on people's individual strengths using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Psychodynamic Theory. I have experience working with people navigating the challenges life brings them. I've treated individuals diagnosed with a range of disorder such as Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
My passion lies in helping you uncover your true potential and find healing, whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, navigating separation or divorce, or facing other life challenges impacting your mental health. I provide a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental space where you can be yourself.
My passion lies in helping you uncover your true potential and find healing, whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, navigating separation or divorce, or facing other life challenges impacting your mental health. I provide a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental space where you can be yourself.
We are a child and family psychology practice. My associates and I believe in a cooperative treatment experience where client and therapist share responsibility for the identification and mutual direction of problem solving strategies. We are convinced of the importance of involving significant others in the treatment process when possible. Often children and adolescents react to problems in the context of school and family. We value feedback from teachers and staff professionals and look for collaborative relationships in pursuing the best needs of the child or adolescent.
We are a child and family psychology practice. My associates and I believe in a cooperative treatment experience where client and therapist share responsibility for the identification and mutual direction of problem solving strategies. We are convinced of the importance of involving significant others in the treatment process when possible. Often children and adolescents react to problems in the context of school and family. We value feedback from teachers and staff professionals and look for collaborative relationships in pursuing the best needs of the child or adolescent.
Health and Healing Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCPC, LCSW, CADC, ICGC-II, BACC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Elgin, IL 60123
You are not alone. We understand how difficult it is to feel overwhelmed and exhausted and believe you've run out of solutions. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, unsure, and upset about the unwanted things that have and are happening around you. We are here and can help guide you, your child, teen, or partner to develop the insight, understanding, and skills necessary to make life better. All the stress, discomfort, and pain you now feel can reduce, you can feel better. Change, growth, and healing is possible for you.
You are not alone. We understand how difficult it is to feel overwhelmed and exhausted and believe you've run out of solutions. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, unsure, and upset about the unwanted things that have and are happening around you. We are here and can help guide you, your child, teen, or partner to develop the insight, understanding, and skills necessary to make life better. All the stress, discomfort, and pain you now feel can reduce, you can feel better. Change, growth, and healing is possible for you.
Are you ready to prioritize your goals and needs in a supportive environment? Are you looking for specialized support in managing chronic illnesses or coping with grief and loss? I believe every person and their unique experiences matter. Your goals are always our priority. Whether it's relationships, grief, stress, or new challenges, I'm here to support you in a safe, nonjudgmental space. With a medical social work background, I specialize in chronic illnesses, new diagnoses, grief, and their impact on individuals and families. Let's create a secure, nurturing environment for your healing and growth.
Are you ready to prioritize your goals and needs in a supportive environment? Are you looking for specialized support in managing chronic illnesses or coping with grief and loss? I believe every person and their unique experiences matter. Your goals are always our priority. Whether it's relationships, grief, stress, or new challenges, I'm here to support you in a safe, nonjudgmental space. With a medical social work background, I specialize in chronic illnesses, new diagnoses, grief, and their impact on individuals and families. Let's create a secure, nurturing environment for your healing and growth.
You have had it and have reached your limits with all that is going on in your world. Our lives can sometimes feel like they are outside of our control. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, frustration, trauma, lack of motivation it is important for you to recognize you are capable of regaining control of your life. Together we will work towards helping you become more in control of your world. I offer in-person sessions on Monday's and virtual (tele-health) sessions during the week and on Saturday, and Sunday mornings.
You have had it and have reached your limits with all that is going on in your world. Our lives can sometimes feel like they are outside of our control. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, frustration, trauma, lack of motivation it is important for you to recognize you are capable of regaining control of your life. Together we will work towards helping you become more in control of your world. I offer in-person sessions on Monday's and virtual (tele-health) sessions during the week and on Saturday, and Sunday mornings.
More Therapists Nearby
Junyi Ma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Schaumburg, IL 60194 (Online Only)
I'm passionate about supporting different generations of Asian immigrants, multicultural individuals, and other marginalized populations to deal with life challenges including trauma, complex trauma, intergenerational conflicts, self-esteem issues, life transitions, acculturation, depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, stress, grief, and other issues. I work mostly with different generations of immigrants, multicultural individuals, and other marginalized communities.
I'm passionate about supporting different generations of Asian immigrants, multicultural individuals, and other marginalized populations to deal with life challenges including trauma, complex trauma, intergenerational conflicts, self-esteem issues, life transitions, acculturation, depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, stress, grief, and other issues. I work mostly with different generations of immigrants, multicultural individuals, and other marginalized communities.
I will provide a safe place, an open mind, a compassionate heart, and a listening ear. Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or in a crisis? I will provide an appointment within 24 hours if needed. Not in a crisis but just need some life coaching, I will help with that too. I utilize an eclectic approach taking into account age, background, and the individual needs of each of my clients. In my 25+ years of experience I have assisted individuals, adolescents, couples, families when faced with challenges in journey of life.
I will provide a safe place, an open mind, a compassionate heart, and a listening ear. Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or in a crisis? I will provide an appointment within 24 hours if needed. Not in a crisis but just need some life coaching, I will help with that too. I utilize an eclectic approach taking into account age, background, and the individual needs of each of my clients. In my 25+ years of experience I have assisted individuals, adolescents, couples, families when faced with challenges in journey of life.
Awakenings Counseling Center - Deborah Choi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Algonquin, IL 60102
Asking for help is hard and takes a lot of strength to do. Asking for help also shows just enough self worth to better one’s self. My clients primarily attend counseling to seek emotional support, guidance in their healing process, and regain their self worth and confidence. They also are working towards self empowerment and growth towards emotional stability. Clients also learn to change the negative beliefs and narratives created from past childhood or relationship abuse and trauma. I have also seen clients who find their faith as a foundation of their healing and I am trained in Immanuel Prayer by request.
Asking for help is hard and takes a lot of strength to do. Asking for help also shows just enough self worth to better one’s self. My clients primarily attend counseling to seek emotional support, guidance in their healing process, and regain their self worth and confidence. They also are working towards self empowerment and growth towards emotional stability. Clients also learn to change the negative beliefs and narratives created from past childhood or relationship abuse and trauma. I have also seen clients who find their faith as a foundation of their healing and I am trained in Immanuel Prayer by request.
Miva Psychotherapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
As a trauma informed psychotherapist, I help individuals struggling with relationships, depression, anxieties, mood disorders, stress, panic attacks, emotions, certain behaviors, sexual and abuse history, goal setting and life adjustments and transitions. Many of my clients have experienced lots of emotional distress. Many are experiencing relationship issues they feel are insurmountable, flashbacks, Self- esteem, confidence and intimacy problems. They are looking to change, break cycles. They feel exhausted, nothing they tried on their own has worked. They are looking for direction, guidance and support. I'm here to help.
As a trauma informed psychotherapist, I help individuals struggling with relationships, depression, anxieties, mood disorders, stress, panic attacks, emotions, certain behaviors, sexual and abuse history, goal setting and life adjustments and transitions. Many of my clients have experienced lots of emotional distress. Many are experiencing relationship issues they feel are insurmountable, flashbacks, Self- esteem, confidence and intimacy problems. They are looking to change, break cycles. They feel exhausted, nothing they tried on their own has worked. They are looking for direction, guidance and support. I'm here to help.
Angie Yong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60175
Struggling with executive functioning, feeling unheard and/or unseen, dealing with the impacts of past traumas and hurts... These are the common threads that I find in a lot of my clients. As a neurodivergent therapist (diagnosed with ADHD myself), my clients find comfort in my ability to understand the neuroAtypical mind, experience, and perspective. My clients seek me out to build insight and self-awareness, education and knowledge about their unique experiences (from why it is they think the way they do, to why it is they act the way they do), and ultimately lasting change for a fulfilling life.
Struggling with executive functioning, feeling unheard and/or unseen, dealing with the impacts of past traumas and hurts... These are the common threads that I find in a lot of my clients. As a neurodivergent therapist (diagnosed with ADHD myself), my clients find comfort in my ability to understand the neuroAtypical mind, experience, and perspective. My clients seek me out to build insight and self-awareness, education and knowledge about their unique experiences (from why it is they think the way they do, to why it is they act the way they do), and ultimately lasting change for a fulfilling life.
Sheryl Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60175 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with relationships, self esteem and inner conflict? Are you suffering from Narcissistic Abuse? Do you feel trapped in a toxic family system, workplace or marriage? I create a safe and compassionate space to heal from painful feelings and experiences. Together, we uncover patterns which are examined to bring about growth and healing. We work together with no judgement at a pace comfortable for you. I look forward to our journey together which will focus on your growth, goals and healing.
Are you struggling with relationships, self esteem and inner conflict? Are you suffering from Narcissistic Abuse? Do you feel trapped in a toxic family system, workplace or marriage? I create a safe and compassionate space to heal from painful feelings and experiences. Together, we uncover patterns which are examined to bring about growth and healing. We work together with no judgement at a pace comfortable for you. I look forward to our journey together which will focus on your growth, goals and healing.
I use an empathetic and empowering approach and favor interventions that focus on deepening your relationship with yourself, increasing your self-awareness and improving your relationships with others. I work with emotions, helping you to understand what, why and how to manage them and how to discover the wisdom they hold. I use a variety of strategies including cognitive/behavioral, psychodynamic, solution focused, dialectic behavior therapy and mindfulness meditation. I help you seek the sources of support available to you, both internal and external, and to create a balanced life that enables you to achieve your goals.
I use an empathetic and empowering approach and favor interventions that focus on deepening your relationship with yourself, increasing your self-awareness and improving your relationships with others. I work with emotions, helping you to understand what, why and how to manage them and how to discover the wisdom they hold. I use a variety of strategies including cognitive/behavioral, psychodynamic, solution focused, dialectic behavior therapy and mindfulness meditation. I help you seek the sources of support available to you, both internal and external, and to create a balanced life that enables you to achieve your goals.
Are you thinking about counseling, but aren't sure where to start or who to see? I'm Sara, and I'm here to help. I help people become the best version of themselves by providing an inviting, private space to achieve goals, improve relationships, and heal from challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief & loss, trauma and more.
Are you thinking about counseling, but aren't sure where to start or who to see? I'm Sara, and I'm here to help. I help people become the best version of themselves by providing an inviting, private space to achieve goals, improve relationships, and heal from challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief & loss, trauma and more.
Andrew Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
I provide supportive services to individuals, couples, and families with concerns relating to life transitions, relationship struggles, grief and loss, as well as varying conditions of anxiety, depression, and other mood related conditions. My experience includes working with clients, ranging in age from adolescence to older adulthood, as they are working through difficult transitions and periods of time, when a sense of direction may feel lost and motivation is a struggle.
I provide supportive services to individuals, couples, and families with concerns relating to life transitions, relationship struggles, grief and loss, as well as varying conditions of anxiety, depression, and other mood related conditions. My experience includes working with clients, ranging in age from adolescence to older adulthood, as they are working through difficult transitions and periods of time, when a sense of direction may feel lost and motivation is a struggle.
Christine S Kim
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Do you feel stuck, alone, confused and/or at a loss? You do not have to walk alone. Life presents various seasons of joys, struggles, grief, and other emotional challenges. I am committed and passionate about serving you regardless of your background so that you can experience greater insight, healing, hope, significance, and health in your life's journey. I seek to provide a safe, empathic, collaborative, and challenging space to explore all the issues, patterns, values, goals, and evidence-based solutions through various integrated modalities. I look forward to serving you so you can grow and flourish each day!
Do you feel stuck, alone, confused and/or at a loss? You do not have to walk alone. Life presents various seasons of joys, struggles, grief, and other emotional challenges. I am committed and passionate about serving you regardless of your background so that you can experience greater insight, healing, hope, significance, and health in your life's journey. I seek to provide a safe, empathic, collaborative, and challenging space to explore all the issues, patterns, values, goals, and evidence-based solutions through various integrated modalities. I look forward to serving you so you can grow and flourish each day!
Awakenings Counseling Center - Nicole J Kwon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Schaumburg, IL 60193
Don't know where to start? That is okay. We can start with a conversation and start processing together. To me, counseling is a place to grow a relationship, to learn about what is going on, and to have a conversation to broaden self awareness without judgement. It can be about family, work, relationships, season of life and feeling stuck, frustrated, resentful, exhausted, or numb. It's most important to me that the environment feels safe and for us to think about how change and growth can happen, how to reframe and take control of the environment around them, and to find strength and confidence to take care of yourself.
Don't know where to start? That is okay. We can start with a conversation and start processing together. To me, counseling is a place to grow a relationship, to learn about what is going on, and to have a conversation to broaden self awareness without judgement. It can be about family, work, relationships, season of life and feeling stuck, frustrated, resentful, exhausted, or numb. It's most important to me that the environment feels safe and for us to think about how change and growth can happen, how to reframe and take control of the environment around them, and to find strength and confidence to take care of yourself.
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Asian Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
A culturally sensitive therapist would be respectful and considerate of different groups, with regard to race, sexual orientation, gender, and other factors that are important to an individual. These considerations can help a client feel understood as well as validated. While some people think highlighting race could promote stereotypes and bias, more understanding and knowledge about cultural differences is a positive for a healthy therapeutic alliance.
How can I recognize an effective Asian therapist?
You can discern a lot by asking how familiar the potential therapist is with different cultures, as well as asking how they might address issues related to identity, values, and beliefs. Also inquire about their education, as well as any particular training they may have completed, such as cultural sensitivity or diversity and inclusion programs.
What if the therapist does not have my exact background?
The therapist may not share a client’s exact background, but the therapist may have plenty of hands-on experience as well as the sensitivity needed for therapeutic progress. Their sensitivity to different populations will help the client feel accepted and comfortable in sharing their concerns and difficulties.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Asian clients?
A therapist with an Asian background may have experience within their community, as well as broader cultural sensitivity. Ask the potential therapist whether they've worked with individuals who share your background. If they have not worked with similar clients, they may well know someone who has such experience.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Asian therapists?
The directory of Asian therapists includes professionals who have shared their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason; also, when the number of therapists identified as Asian is limited, the directory will also show therapists with comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.