LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Richton Park, IL
Tolaya Geredine
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Richton Park, IL 60471 (Online Only)
I have special insights for people of color, professionals, mothers (single or not), and my LGBTQ+ family.
Feeling completed overwhelmed by a recent major life change? Are you a parent, recently ended a relationship, or simply experiencing the growing pains of life? Maybe you are ready to make some changes, but not sure exactly where to start. I am passionate in assisting you with sorting through family of origin issues, & then interrupting patterns that have kept you from the life & relationships that you deserve, including the one with self! l I am also trained in perinatal mental health. I can support you through pre-pregnancy through postpartum. Wherever you are on your life's journey, you don't have to live unfavorably in any way.
I have special insights for people of color, professionals, mothers (single or not), and my LGBTQ+ family.
Feeling completed overwhelmed by a recent major life change? Are you a parent, recently ended a relationship, or simply experiencing the growing pains of life? Maybe you are ready to make some changes, but not sure exactly where to start. I am passionate in assisting you with sorting through family of origin issues, & then interrupting patterns that have kept you from the life & relationships that you deserve, including the one with self! l I am also trained in perinatal mental health. I can support you through pre-pregnancy through postpartum. Wherever you are on your life's journey, you don't have to live unfavorably in any way.
You may feel stuck right now, not knowing how to address all the feelings that are coming up. You may be sifting through anger, pain, exhaustion, even fatigue; feeling a sense of powerlessness. Soul Werk can help.
You may feel stuck right now, not knowing how to address all the feelings that are coming up. You may be sifting through anger, pain, exhaustion, even fatigue; feeling a sense of powerlessness. Soul Werk can help.
Latitia Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richton Park, IL 60471 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling to understand why you feel the way that you do? Do you sometimes feel that you have a dark cloud overhead? Is it difficult to identify life circumstances that are contributing to low mood or easy to identify, however, hard to manage? Do you experience anxiety or panic attacks that interfere with your quality of life? With changes in perspective and cognitive restructuring, as well as acceptance, you have the ability to create the happiness and stability that you desire in your life. Happiness and healing are not linear. The exploration of past trauma opens up doors to emotions that are waiting to be resolved
Are you struggling to understand why you feel the way that you do? Do you sometimes feel that you have a dark cloud overhead? Is it difficult to identify life circumstances that are contributing to low mood or easy to identify, however, hard to manage? Do you experience anxiety or panic attacks that interfere with your quality of life? With changes in perspective and cognitive restructuring, as well as acceptance, you have the ability to create the happiness and stability that you desire in your life. Happiness and healing are not linear. The exploration of past trauma opens up doors to emotions that are waiting to be resolved
If you desire to transform your journey toward wellness and growth, I am here to walk with you through it. I specialize in anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, childhood trauma, issues pertaining to marginalized groups, and women’s issues. I have experience with a wide range of issues that face children, adolescents, adults, and families. I am passionate about helping people to see the bigger picture of their life path, identifying where they want to go and how to get there.
If you desire to transform your journey toward wellness and growth, I am here to walk with you through it. I specialize in anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, childhood trauma, issues pertaining to marginalized groups, and women’s issues. I have experience with a wide range of issues that face children, adolescents, adults, and families. I am passionate about helping people to see the bigger picture of their life path, identifying where they want to go and how to get there.
Comprehensive Services of Illinois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP, CADC, CPLC, CWLC
Verified Verified
Richton Park, IL 60471
Welcome to Comprehensive Services of Illinois! CSI staff members are looking forward to servicing you. They are phenomenal, providing comprehensive, high quality, accessible, affordable and effective services to children, adolescent and adults. Professional services are tailored to individual, couple and family need. Their goals are to assist, empower, and respond to your needs. While demonstrating the Comprehensive Services of Illinois philosophy: commitment, compassion, confidentiality, dignity, empathy, empowerment, excellence, genuineness, purpose, respect, support and understanding. Call today to schedule an appointment.
Welcome to Comprehensive Services of Illinois! CSI staff members are looking forward to servicing you. They are phenomenal, providing comprehensive, high quality, accessible, affordable and effective services to children, adolescent and adults. Professional services are tailored to individual, couple and family need. Their goals are to assist, empower, and respond to your needs. While demonstrating the Comprehensive Services of Illinois philosophy: commitment, compassion, confidentiality, dignity, empathy, empowerment, excellence, genuineness, purpose, respect, support and understanding. Call today to schedule an appointment.
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We are flawed. We struggle, overcome, and struggle again - such is the cycle of life. The moments of clarity and purpose are the "sweet spots'' of our life landscape. As your counselor I will help you navigate the areas of your life that become barriers to you realizing your full potential.
We are flawed. We struggle, overcome, and struggle again - such is the cycle of life. The moments of clarity and purpose are the "sweet spots'' of our life landscape. As your counselor I will help you navigate the areas of your life that become barriers to you realizing your full potential.
Embarking on this journey together, we'll delve deep into understanding your essence. Through thoughtful questioning, we'll unravel the intricacies of your systems and behavioral patterns. Exploring your family roots will be a recurring theme, shedding light on your upbringing's influence. From discussing your sleeping habits to dissecting matters of the heart, no topic is off-limits, including the inevitable conversation about mortality. Our collaboration will peel back layers of your human experience, granting you the invaluable opportunity for introspection.
Embarking on this journey together, we'll delve deep into understanding your essence. Through thoughtful questioning, we'll unravel the intricacies of your systems and behavioral patterns. Exploring your family roots will be a recurring theme, shedding light on your upbringing's influence. From discussing your sleeping habits to dissecting matters of the heart, no topic is off-limits, including the inevitable conversation about mortality. Our collaboration will peel back layers of your human experience, granting you the invaluable opportunity for introspection.
Chelci Oliver
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park Forest, IL 60466
NOW accepting new clients! Do you have difficulty overthinking, trouble handling anxiety, or a hard time managing your emotions? I want you to know that these are normal occurrences that every human being has experienced. If you are looking for a therapist who is honest, empathic, and nonjudgmental, then you have come to the right place. I pride myself on giving my clients the support they need to increase balance and happiness in their everyday lives.
NOW accepting new clients! Do you have difficulty overthinking, trouble handling anxiety, or a hard time managing your emotions? I want you to know that these are normal occurrences that every human being has experienced. If you are looking for a therapist who is honest, empathic, and nonjudgmental, then you have come to the right place. I pride myself on giving my clients the support they need to increase balance and happiness in their everyday lives.
Kyla S. O'Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Olympia Fields, IL 60461 (Online Only)
The journey through life can be very challenging at times, causing confusion, self-doubt, depression, anxiety, fear and even anger. Are you or your child struggling with coping with a traumatic event? Are you unable to gain control of an addiction or addictive behaviors that negatively impact your life? Has life transitions got you stressed and unable to see things clearly? If so, congratulations on being courageous in making an important step towards discovery in a safe, non-judgmental and empowering environment. You are one step closer to a new path of opportunity for clarity, change and growth.
The journey through life can be very challenging at times, causing confusion, self-doubt, depression, anxiety, fear and even anger. Are you or your child struggling with coping with a traumatic event? Are you unable to gain control of an addiction or addictive behaviors that negatively impact your life? Has life transitions got you stressed and unable to see things clearly? If so, congratulations on being courageous in making an important step towards discovery in a safe, non-judgmental and empowering environment. You are one step closer to a new path of opportunity for clarity, change and growth.
In our lives, the journey we travel each day can be quite overwhelming, terrifying, feeling isolated, or too difficult to carry. You could be consumed persistently with worry and concern for self or others. Have you found that feelings of joy and happiness are not within reach due to significant changes or loss in your life? Have you reached a point where you have a feeling of optimism and ready to take the steps towards wellness in your life, I am the therapist for you.
In our lives, the journey we travel each day can be quite overwhelming, terrifying, feeling isolated, or too difficult to carry. You could be consumed persistently with worry and concern for self or others. Have you found that feelings of joy and happiness are not within reach due to significant changes or loss in your life? Have you reached a point where you have a feeling of optimism and ready to take the steps towards wellness in your life, I am the therapist for you.
Hi, I'm Jennifer. Counselor, PhD student, novice researcher, and lover of all of things spiritual, mindful, and Jungian. Oh, and I am the creator of One Fcking Breath, a 52-card mindfulness- based affirmation deck that was designed to resonate with the feminine experience in ways that empower and encourage self-reflection and growth.
Hi, I'm Jennifer. Counselor, PhD student, novice researcher, and lover of all of things spiritual, mindful, and Jungian. Oh, and I am the creator of One Fcking Breath, a 52-card mindfulness- based affirmation deck that was designed to resonate with the feminine experience in ways that empower and encourage self-reflection and growth.
Kelsey Jordan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Matteson, IL 60443 (Online Only)
Therapy at its core is a relationship and it's my firm belief that a genuine relationship is a channel through which change can happen. I strive to foster relationships that center consent, empowerment, and honors our needs. Through relational connection, I provide emotional support that promotes the honesty and transparency needed to engage in self-exploration, discovery, and healing.
Therapy at its core is a relationship and it's my firm belief that a genuine relationship is a channel through which change can happen. I strive to foster relationships that center consent, empowerment, and honors our needs. Through relational connection, I provide emotional support that promotes the honesty and transparency needed to engage in self-exploration, discovery, and healing.
Is a counseling center whose mission is to help heal the pain of the past and releasing of emotional pain. Through this process you open to the wisdom of your Heart. We use our understanding of how the brain works towards healing, based on the work of Daniel Seigel, Steve Porges and others. Processes such as mindfulness, EMDR, Prayer and meditation are used to heal the brain and to access inner wisdom, Spirit or God. We do this by helping you feel safe when confronting your pain and fears through nature imagery. With children we use play to help them express their life experience, which brings healing.
Is a counseling center whose mission is to help heal the pain of the past and releasing of emotional pain. Through this process you open to the wisdom of your Heart. We use our understanding of how the brain works towards healing, based on the work of Daniel Seigel, Steve Porges and others. Processes such as mindfulness, EMDR, Prayer and meditation are used to heal the brain and to access inner wisdom, Spirit or God. We do this by helping you feel safe when confronting your pain and fears through nature imagery. With children we use play to help them express their life experience, which brings healing.
Mary Ann Riksheim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, ACSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
I see clients ages 12-80+, who may be dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, family problems, life stage issues, chronic illness, or grief. As we explore your situation, we will learn more about the current problem, and how it is similar to or different from experiences you have had in the past. Your usual ways of solving problems may not be working now. As we reflect on your characteristic responses to people and situations, we will consider changes you can make that will help you get more of what you are looking for in your life.
I see clients ages 12-80+, who may be dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, family problems, life stage issues, chronic illness, or grief. As we explore your situation, we will learn more about the current problem, and how it is similar to or different from experiences you have had in the past. Your usual ways of solving problems may not be working now. As we reflect on your characteristic responses to people and situations, we will consider changes you can make that will help you get more of what you are looking for in your life.
Contemplating therapy? Not sure if now is the right time? If so, you've come to the right page! I work with adults to address issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, work/life balance, setting boundaries, improve self-esteem/confidence, heal past trauma, increase emotional intelligence, and more! I'm also trained to work with couples. I help couples learn healthy communication skills, increased emotional connection, manage conflict, learn how to fight fair, and much more.
Contemplating therapy? Not sure if now is the right time? If so, you've come to the right page! I work with adults to address issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, work/life balance, setting boundaries, improve self-esteem/confidence, heal past trauma, increase emotional intelligence, and more! I'm also trained to work with couples. I help couples learn healthy communication skills, increased emotional connection, manage conflict, learn how to fight fair, and much more.
Shanequia Seymore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Olympia Fields, IL 60461 (Online Only)
Welcome All! I am a licensed clinical social worker. I earned my master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Understanding the difficulty of “seeing the light at the end of the tunnel” while dealing with issues, has driven me to become a therapist who could provide an unbiased, outside perspective to help others “see the light” at the end of their tunnel in order to aide in living your best life!
Welcome All! I am a licensed clinical social worker. I earned my master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Understanding the difficulty of “seeing the light at the end of the tunnel” while dealing with issues, has driven me to become a therapist who could provide an unbiased, outside perspective to help others “see the light” at the end of their tunnel in order to aide in living your best life!
Angela M Jones
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA , SAP, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Matteson, IL 60443
"Your most vital strengths are not visible to the naked eye. They are sometimes stumbled upon in your darkest moments."- Angela Jones, LCPC
"Your most vital strengths are not visible to the naked eye. They are sometimes stumbled upon in your darkest moments."- Angela Jones, LCPC
Dale W. Klooster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
You have decided to look for a guide through unfamiliar territory, whether it is a new problem or an old nagging issue. I can help you by providing a safe place to take that difficult look at old patterns that no longer work. Becoming mindful of your thoughts, feelings, and judgments can free you to creatively re-imagine yourself and your situation and find new solutions. My thoughtful and intuitive approach can guide you on this journey. I have been especially successful with clients struggling with codependent issues, anxiety, divorce or other transitions, and anger. All are welcome.
You have decided to look for a guide through unfamiliar territory, whether it is a new problem or an old nagging issue. I can help you by providing a safe place to take that difficult look at old patterns that no longer work. Becoming mindful of your thoughts, feelings, and judgments can free you to creatively re-imagine yourself and your situation and find new solutions. My thoughtful and intuitive approach can guide you on this journey. I have been especially successful with clients struggling with codependent issues, anxiety, divorce or other transitions, and anger. All are welcome.
Congratulations on your decision to consider psychotherapy! You are already on the road to recovery. I seek to provide a safe, nonjudgemental growth enhancing space for you to identify and achieve your goals. My practice allows adults, couples, teens and children to address their unique problems be it depression, grief, traumatic stress. Therapy clients will gain power over difficult circumstances and troubling symptoms. Learn to let go of emotional baggage that drags you down. Gain energy and motivation. You can call today!
Congratulations on your decision to consider psychotherapy! You are already on the road to recovery. I seek to provide a safe, nonjudgemental growth enhancing space for you to identify and achieve your goals. My practice allows adults, couples, teens and children to address their unique problems be it depression, grief, traumatic stress. Therapy clients will gain power over difficult circumstances and troubling symptoms. Learn to let go of emotional baggage that drags you down. Gain energy and motivation. You can call today!
Joy Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Matteson, IL 60443
I believe everyone needs and deserves a safe space to address barriers preventing them from navigating through life the way they desire, thus I seek to foster safe and comfortable environments for those oppressed and marginalized. Living in unprecedented times, it is especially important to have support, awareness, and knowledge of effective coping skills to manage life's stressors. I believe it’s also important to process the lives we’ve already experienced and explore how this cultivates our current worldview.
I believe everyone needs and deserves a safe space to address barriers preventing them from navigating through life the way they desire, thus I seek to foster safe and comfortable environments for those oppressed and marginalized. Living in unprecedented times, it is especially important to have support, awareness, and knowledge of effective coping skills to manage life's stressors. I believe it’s also important to process the lives we’ve already experienced and explore how this cultivates our current worldview.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.