Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Chicago, IL

It is normal, on occasion, for everyone to experience some anxiety dealing with life. But lately those feelings have become overwhelming. Over time, it feels like you are anxious about everything, and nothing. The worry is starting to creep into every aspect of your life- work, family, relationships,... even going to get out of bed feels overwhelming some days! You are not going crazy, and you are not alone- anxiety is one of the most common reasons people reach out to for help. Therapy can help get things back to normal.

Do you struggle with feeling like you don't matter or belong? Many people I work with feel as though there is something wrong with them - I'm not good enough, I'm inadequate, I'm unworthy. Feeling inadequate is a normal part of being human, but many of us learn to cope with these feelings by either doing everything we can to prove we are enough, or by desperately taking the edge off these feelings. These ways of coping can show up in behaviors like rumination and worry, substance misuse, impulsivity, restriction or bingeing, and more. All the while, we feel like we're missing out on the life we truly want to live.

It is my passion to help individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve their therapeutic goals. With an intuitive and compassionate approach, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can feel heard and understood. I recognize the power in the client-therapist relationship, and I work to create meaningful, trusting connections with my clients. My therapeutic approach is holistic and culturally sensitive, drawing on a variety of evidence-based techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, emotion-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches.

Do you need help managing your emotions, relationships, and life in general? It takes courage to ask for help. I commend you for taking this step. I offer a safe and judgment free space for you to work through the current issues you are facing. I will support you in identifying your needs and goals and give you the professional tools and strategies needed to move forward in obtaining them.

I help women in their 20's, 30's and 40's who are experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, relationship struggles, symptoms of depression and postpartum anxiety and depression to feel relief from painful symptoms by providing a safe space to gain insight and perspective and to develop healthy coping skills and habits. I can relate to your issues while bringing the wisdom of years in clinical practice and the understanding of the importance of mind/body approaches to healing and health.

Sincere, compassionate, and knowledgeable, I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience treating adults, children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds. Educated in psychodynamic psychotherapy and incorporating cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness techniques, I strive to create a safe and welcoming therapeutic environment, while helping you process earlier life experiences and implement healthier coping skills. I focus on a collaborative process in providing you with prevention and interventions towards your current stressors.

Have you experienced a devastating loss? Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed with feelings of sadness or anxiety? Is your self-esteem at an all time low? If you answered YES to any of these questions, know that you are not alone. Life happens to all of us, and we all need support. Do not continue to struggle in silence. I can help.

I see you as a unique person deserving of understanding, compassion, and respect. I strive to help you feel heard, cared for, and accepted for who you are, by utilizing a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach. In our sessions, I prioritize creating an environment where you feel safe to explore your thoughts and emotions. I believe that healing begins with feeling truly heard and understood. Counseling is a collaborative journey, and together, we'll work towards fostering self-love, self-acceptance, and personal growth.

I'm thrilled to connect with you as I share my journey as a counselor specializing in life coaching, depression, grief, trauma, and anxiety. My mission is to support individuals in navigating life's challenges and guiding them toward a path of resilience, healing, and personal growth. With a foundation rooted in evidence-based practices, I utilize a range of therapeutic modalities including DBT, EMDR, ACT, CBT, and mindfulness. These powerful tools enable me to tailor my approach to meet each client's unique needs, providing a comprehensive and personalized counseling experience.

I have a strong interest in trauma-informed therapy and understand the importance of considering one’s life experiences to help them feel physical and emotional safety. I like to provide and hold space for individuals to safely process and experience their feelings. I trust each client’s ability to reflect, and believe in working together to create the right pace for healing. I am keen to work with individuals experiencing depression, PTSD, anxiety, and life transitions.

While I work with a wide variety of mental health concerns, I am passionate about helping people improve their relationship with substances and address sexual and relational dysfunctions. I take a non-judgmental approach, focusing on harm reduction and self-remediation. Together we will co-create a plan to reduce use and remove any shame from current or past survival mechanisms. As a Certified Sex Therapist, I work with an array of sexual and relational concerns. In this work, we navigate self-awareness, encourage sexual agency and explore sexual values.

One of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is the time and space for healing and growth. In therapy, my goal is to help you find and nurture your authentic nature, and to honor the wisdom gained from your lived experiences. Our work will consider the various intersecting aspects of your identity and the social, professional, and other cultural contexts in which you exist. I believe that as you experience yourself holistically, on your own and with guidance, you can naturally open yourself to more opportunities for healing, connection, growth, and other meaningful change.

Therapy is a deeply rewarding experience. It is also a deeply personal and often challenging journey that involves being vulnerable. While challenging at times, the potential rewards from engaging in therapy make the choice to engage worthwhile. As I continue to grow in this helping profession, I have come to specialize in working with people around trauma, identity development, anxiety, boundaries, mindfulness, and negative thinking. I am also passionate about helping individuals build self-esteem and identify unhealthy behaviors/patterns. If anything on my profile resonates with you, I invite you to check out my webpage for more!

Stories have always fascinated me. They have the power to move us emotionally, to educate and instruct, to entertain us, and to cultivate true compassion and empathy through the act of sharing a story with another. They are also a powerful vehicle for how we perceive, interpret, define and live our lives, yet sometimes it can be easy to forget that we can be the authors of our story, not just a character proceeding along some previously determined narrative.

My Doctorate is in Clinical Psychology from Alder University, Chicago. I bring to my practice the experience of a first full career in education. My area of expertise was Reading and Learning Disabilities emphasizing thought, language, the process of comprehension and meta-comprehension. This influences my therapeutic work in using the power of narrative. I collaborate with each client in an environment of respect, dignity, and compassion. I provide pathways to understanding positive changes: with experiencing personal distress; in personal growth; with interpersonal and family relationships; and, in school or career development.

I strive to help my clients heal, rebuild their lives, and increase resiliency. I guide my clients to not only pay attention to what is showing up cognitively and emotionally but also within their body. Utilizing the wisdom of the body can help to release thoughts and emotions that leave people feeling stuck.

I focus on helping people feel best in relationship with themselves, others, and the world around them. Throughout the past 10 years, I have specialized in supporting folks having relationship concerns, experiencing partner abuse, or working through the impacts of trauma, anxiety and depression. I offer support around common feelings of anxiety, self-criticism, and shame with an intentional focus on self-compassion and understanding. I hope to help you find your way forward, re-center yourself, and thrive.

I am a bicultural and bilingual therapist. I value building a genuine and therapeutic relationship with folks, which means I will individualize therapy so that it can be the most meaningful. I use a mindfulness and strengths-based approach in session. I strongly believe we all posses the skills and abilities to create our desired lifestyle and goals by rediscovering self-love, practicing self-compassion, creating healthy relationships and remembering we need to be accountable to ourselves.

I have experience working with clients with concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, relationships, phase of life problems, eating disorders, ADHD, and self-esteem issues, as well as navigating conflicts.