I've worked with children, teenagers, and adults struggling with significant emotional and behavioral challenges for 16 years and have found that no matter the difficulty things can improve with hard work. Whether one's goal is emotion regulation, behavior change, or the exploration and cultivation of identity and meaning, the use of a therapeutic relationship based on honesty, authenticity, and mutual respect can have a profound impact on one's life course. While this work is challenging it can...
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Your grades are declining. You nap because it's the only way to shut your brain off. You're reviewing everything you said in that last conversation because you're sure you said something embarrassing. You feel like something is wrong, but you don't want anyone to know. You've come to the right place! We will explore your challenges from a non-judgmental and self-compassionate place. Believe me- I've heard and seen it all, and I can still honestly say my clients are the most amazing people. Y...
As a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), I am dedicated to providing holistic care that addresses both the physical and mental well-being of my patients. In my role as a PMHNP, I strive to offer compassionate support and evidence-based treatments to individuals facing mental health challenges. Through therapeutic interventions and medication management, I aim to empower my patients to navigate their emotions, overco...
Mission Practical Audacity provides gender & sex therapy, coaching, education & consulting from a strengths-based perspective and always with intention, a focus on practical change and queer innovation, and curiosity. We seek to expand possibility, heal, and grow in a queer-aligned, trauma-informed environment. We are here to cultivate a community of clients, staff, professionals, and humans who see you. All of you. We are dedicated to helping our clients live with less suffering and more...
Our therapists work to help you develop into the person that you are meant to be, and the person that you want to be in all areas of your life. We provide tools and support for managing life and the obstacles that arise. We specialize in helping college students, adjust to college life-academically and socially. Also we provide services for issues related to: depression, anxiety, social isolation, social anxiety, performance anxiety, loneliness identity issues, racism and lgbtq+ concerns....
Therapy is a place that balances acceptance and change. Maybe you have noticed an imbalance in your life and are struggling to either find out or work towards what matters most to you. I want to be your collaborator as we work towards what you care about by integrating mindfulness, looking at past patterns, and understanding how larger societal systems impact you. My goal is to help you live a life you feel connected to and are proud of. The success of our work together is dependent upon the est...
I've been a psychotherapist for over ten years skilled in treating mental health disorders or distress. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to support students with academic challenges, peer and relationship struggles, life transitions, trauma, and more. I provide individual psychotherapy services (virtually or in person) at Pure Health Center in Lincoln Park walking distance from your campus. Currently, I offer flexible evening and weekend appointments to accommodate students' busy schedules....
Our practice is guided by the most current research available. The treatments we utilize have been shown to be most effective in reducing symptoms and improving quality of life among patients with anxiety, mood and related disorders. We focus on what works. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an umbrella term for methods that share a focus on thoughts and behaviors that maintain symptoms, willingness to try new behaviors, and patterns of relating to our experiences. Between-session practice of...
Brightland Health is a leading Lincoln Park/Lakeview boutique mental health practice. Our team of Chicago Psychiatrists and Therapists go above and beyond by providing each individual with personalized care....
Leslie Alton at Self-Empowerment Counseling provides Evidence Based Treatment via Telehealth for Anxiety, OCD, Eating Disorders, Depression, Trauma, and other mental health struggles. Licensed to practice in FL, IL, IN, and OK. Meeting You Wherever You Are, For Your Counseling Needs....
Health in Tandem is an integrative private practice with a team of compassionate therapists who help clients find awareness and balance in all aspects of their health and wellness. We believe that change and growth happen when we focus on addressing four pillars of wellness: mental wellness, emotional wellness, physical wellness, and social wellness....
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Inclusiveness and integration of our whole self matters. Embodying all aspects of our identities is a basic human right. IIPC exists to eradicate marginalization in mental health services. Connection is where we heal. IIPC is a private practice group that celebrates the intersectionality and variety of identity. We are a safe and welcoming space to all individuals, inclusive of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, age, ability and all other identity markers. Our therapists reflect the diverse ...
Much of the work of any talk therapy is trying to do things differently. Which is hard work! And often long-term work. I specialize in treating young and middle-aged adults with longstanding difficulties, including depression and anxiety, unstable self-esteem, and loneliness. The people I work with often struggle in their interpersonal relationships and many have histories of trauma. My therapeutic approach is psychoanalytic/psychodynamic. This type of therapy endeavors to help people better ...
So you’re becoming more independent and feel like conversations with family and friends are strained. Maybe you want to set boundaries and air frustrations with those you’re close to, but struggle with how to do this as your relationships shift? Questioning beliefs and values you’ve long held onto isn’t easy, and can be even harder when voicing them to others. Whether watching parents divorce as an adult, coming out to family, or struggling with transitions in life, my goal is to increase your u...
Ami Goetz received her Masters from the University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice (Top-Ranked). She is a compassionate and motivated therapist who strives to create a safe, accepting environment to help clients overcome obstacles, strengthen relationships, and achieve their goals. Ami has extensive experience partnering with individuals from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. She has high interest in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma,...
I aim to make therapy a space where, above all, two humans can come together to connect, while working to understand and process the difficult thoughts, feelings, and sensations that come along with life. I work primarily with adults, and always seek to create a therapeutic space based on connection, empathy, understanding, and sometimes humor. I specialize in the treatment of OCD and anxiety diagnoses, as well as experiences with chronic pain, illness, and other somatic-based problems. Others a...
Our vision at Little Seed Counseling (formerly known as Practical Magic Healing) is to build a future where Queer individuals have the freedom and autonomy to make empowered decisions about their lives and bodies. We aim to cultivate inclusive communities that inspire healing, growth, and representation, ultimately contributing to a more equitable and compassionate world. Our therapists specialize in trauma focused care, EMDR, IFS/Parts Work, eating disorder and substance abuse counseling, and h...
Welcome! Taking the step towards therapy can feel daunting, but I'm here to make it as comfortable and welcoming as possible. Whether we're meeting online or face-to-face, my aim is to create an environment where you can truly be yourself. Therapy shouldn't feel like a formal interrogation. I strive to bring warmth and ease into our sessions, fostering a conversational atmosphere where you don't have to watch your words. Being authentic is key to our work together, and I encourage clients to exp...