David Petersmark, LCSW, is a seasoned therapist with over 22 years of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. Serving clients across Illinois, he provides a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach to therapy, fostering a safe environment where clients can explore their emotions and develop strategies to address their concerns. David specializes in working with adults and seniors, offering personalized support to help clients manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health...
Laura Ramirez Del Rio is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. She holds a Master?s degree in Counseling from Northern Illinois University, and the credentials of Licensed Professional Counselor and Professional Educator License with a commitment to ongoing professional development. Her academic background, combined with practical experience, equips her to address a wide range of mental health concerns. Laura believes in a client-centered approach, tai...
Though I am experienced with most general mental health struggles (depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc.), some of my specialties include those grappling with - ⁃ Loneliness ⁃ Toxic relationships ⁃ Setting boundaries with friends/roommates ⁃ Transitioning to college life ⁃ Perfectionistic tendencies and cycles of shame ⁃ Relationship breakups and friendship ruptures ⁃ Procrastination with schoolwork ⁃ Comparing self to others' achieve...
Natasha Mahmood, LSW, provides a compassionate and supportive environment for clients across Illinois. Specializing in evidence-based therapeutic techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and play therapy for younger clients, Natasha tailors her approach to each individual's unique needs. She focuses on helping clients set realistic goals and develop coping skills to manage symptoms and improve their day-to-day lives. Natasha is especially skilled in working with children, adolescents,...
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...
Megan Borowski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2014. She has an MSW from Jane Addams College of Social Work, University of Illinois at Chicago and a BA in Psychology and Political Science from University of Illinois at Chicago. Megan?s passion lies in assisting clients on their journey towards mental well-being and personal growth. With expertise in areas such as stress and anxiety management, resolving family conflicts, navigating grief and loss, a...
During our journey through life, it is easy at times to feel lost, stuck, caught in a crossroads, and overwhelmed. And unfortunately for us, life never came with a roadmap. My job as a counselor is to walk alongside you as we work through the obstacles of life together. I provide a safe, compassionate space for self-exploration, collaborative problem-solving, personal healing, and growth. My client-centered and accepting style puts the therapeutic alliance front and center as you set the agenda ...
Janine Watters is a Nurse Practitioner in Illinois. Janine thoroughly and genuinely listens to the client to truly assess their needs and provides the appropriate and safe treatment needed to help them fulfill their ultimate level of mental well-being. Outside of work, Janine loves to read, write and listen to poetry, and travel all over domestic and international. She is a big foodie so loves trying different restaurants and all different kinds of food. She loves all kinds of music and enjoys s...
Steph Key is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2022. Steph's approach is person centered with an emphasis on mindfulness, play, and community care from a trauma informed perspective. They utilize CBT, narrative, mindfulness, DBT, and play therapy. Steph is currently working on developing a combination of play and narrative therapeutic models for adults through creativity and creative writing. They firmly believe that clients are the experts, and they are s...
Dr. Sarah Sanders is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life transition issues. Dr. Sanders individualizes her treatment approach to the specific needs of each client, often combining dynamic-relational, cognitive-dialectical-behavioral, and systemic-cultural approaches. Her priority is helping you work through your concerns and make changes in your life in a way that feels effective, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. Dr. Sanders comple...
Concentric is an established group practice (just over 12 years) with its Founder having 25+ years of experience in the mental health field. Concentric has 2 locations - The Loop (downtown) and Sauganash (Far North/NW Chicago). Our practice sees clients 7 days per week and offers a nice mix of weekday morning/afternoon/evening and weekend hours. All of our Therapists see clients virtually, whereas many provide hybrid (both in-person and teletherapy). We offer individual, couples/relationshi...
James Hutto IV is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. He earned a Master's in Clinical Psychology at Benedictine University. James works to use a client-centered therapeutic approach as a basis for working with clients, but also employs other techniques from approaches like cognitive-behavior therapy and positive psychotherapy. James works to be a culturally competent counselor and enjoys working with individuals from a variety of different backgrounds. He looks forward to collaborati...
Successful life management requires self-awareness, self-acceptance and balance. Knowing one's strengths and weaknesses is also important. My purpose as a Therapist is to help clients identify problematic thoughts and behaviors that interfere with living their best life. My approach to counseling includes: Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to build an alliance with my clients and help them create a realistic grow...
Progressive Psychological Healthcare is a private practice and has a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians with a variety of specialties and clinical expertise. At our practice, we address the psychological needs of clients and offer an individualized therapeutic technique, plan, and approach for each client or family. Our evidence-based treatment along with our comprehensive system that involves interviewing, consultation, collaboration, and relationship building offers the most balanced an...
Welcome! College can feel like a time when you’re supposed to have it all figured out—but instead, you might find yourself stuck in roles and expectations that don’t feel like yours. Maybe you’re always putting others first, avoiding conflict, and trying to live up to family or cultural standards. But lately, that pressure feels overwhelming, and you’re starting to wonder: What do I actually want? If you’ve been struggling with setting boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, identity confusion,...
Firas Qureshi is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. He has a Master's degree from Roosevelt University. Firas's goal is to create a safe and supportive environment during therapy. He has experience working with a wide range of presenting issues. Including but not limited to anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation. Firas has worked with children and adolescents and has also worked with their families. Everybody is different and no one approach works the same for everyone. He ...
Liz Casaclang Melo is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. She graduated from Argosy University with an MA in Clinical Psychology. Liz is a very open and empathetic person who values having a therapeutic relationship with her patients. Liz has had the opportunity to work with patients from different backgrounds, ethnicity, and BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities. Outside of work, Liz enjoys the outdoors, especially biking and swimming. She loves hanging out with her family and their 3 dogs,...
Grace is a Licensed Social Worker with over 6 years of experience specializing in Mood Disorders, Panic Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, and Bereavement. Grace has extensive experience counseling adolescents, adults, seniors, families, and groups in both clinical and outpatient settings. Treating patients between the ages of 11 and 90, Grace utilizes a number of therapeutic modalities including but not limited to Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cogniti...
Chicago Psychology Services is a group psychology practice that treats diverse populations, using evidence-based treatments, with a holistic approach. We believe that people deserve to live healthier, happier lives, but also more fulfilling, creative lives. Our team has experience with academic issues such as stress, adjustment to campus life, life transitions, and the need for self exploration self at this fruitful time in your life. We help people from all walks of life, and are very fo...
Adianis Contreras, LPC, wants each of her clients to reach a place of hope. Hope is the precursor of change. Without hope, it is difficult to come up with a goal or create steps to get out of an undesired situation. Adianis received a psychology degree from University of Missouri and she has completed her Master's Degree in mental health counseling. Prior to joining LifeStance Health, Adianis worked at a university clinic helping students struggling with trauma related stress, self-abuse, accul...