Therapists in Chicago, IL

Do other therapists seem judgmental? Don't understand? Won't listen to you? If you need to talk about anything and everything, clients tell me I have a strong capacity for compassion, empathy, and care. At the same time, I’m forthright and candid. I see you and hear you—a whole person (body, mind, spirit) living in an interactive and interconnected world. I believe you're the expert in you - even if you're not yet aware of it. My role is to help you find that, and bring my own holistic vision, experience, training, expertise, and tools to the table, so you can work to be the best possible version of you. I am a trauma specialist.

I am a staff therapist, group therapy & workshop facilitator, and yoga instructor at Move Therapy & Wellness. I have over 14 years of combined academic, professional, clinical, and wellness industry experience.

I am the owner and therapist behind Next Steps Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. With a focus on anxiety, life transitions, and relationships, I specialize in disordered eating, body image, and helping families support each other. For 15 years, I have provided therapy in multiple settings, including outpatient, PHP/IOP, community mental health, and private practice. I spent ten years of my career in clinical and administrative leadership but felt a calling to return to direct service in response to the current mental health crisis. I opened a virtual private practice and have loved being able to return to therapy and direct care.

Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward and Integrative approach and have our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.

Choosing to begin therapy is a brave decision. My supportive and empathic nature will help you to navigate the struggles you may be facing in your family or other relationships, work, school, health or any other area of life, as well as develop solutions to unique and everyday problems. As a therapist, I utilize a collaborative and flexible approach to ensure you are an active part of the process. I believe that humor and lightheartedness are vital in our work together. I specialize in working with prenatal/postpartum mental health issues, mood/anxiety disorders, life transitions, and trauma.

With a deep understanding of the complexities of human suffering and the importance of cultural competence, I am passionate about creating inclusive and affirming spaces where all individuals feel seen, valued, and supported on their journey towards healing. Drawing from evidence-based practices and a holistic approach, I tailor interventions to meet the unique needs and goals of each client, empowering them to navigate life’s challenges with courage and resilience.

Charisma S. Pryor, LCSW of Inspirations of Courage, PLLC, specializes in counseling individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, marital/partner problems, and more. Her treatment focuses on identifying tools to address the problem(s), improve coping skills, and positively recognize the client’s accomplishments! She brings over 21 years of experience as a Black female therapist, social worker, and counselor treating children, women, and men. Sessions are conducted virtually. I'm available to support you through your journey. Let's work together!

I am a liberation-focused Latina EMDR therapist and I help to empower individuals on their journey toward inner healing, reclaiming their authentic power and a deeper sense of connection. While my practice centers BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ identities, I am affirming of neurodiversity and warmly welcome all seeking healing and self-discovery. If you feel burdened by expectations, feel unseen, disconnected, or lost, I’m here to listen and hold space for you. Together, we will venture beneath the surface of your experiences to explore the "why" behind your feelings and behaviors and uproot the limiting beliefs to bring you more inner peace.

You may be experiencing a period of mental and emotional unrest or uncertainty. As a licensed clinical psychologist who understands the need for inner healing first, it is my goal to support you in identifying core sources of pain, confusion, fear, and stress in order to get to the root cause of the issue. By working with you to form a deeper sense of clarity, I am able to guide you in taking the next steps along your journey of by working with you to form a deeper sense of clarity, I am able to guide you in taking the next steps along your journey of self discovery and ultimate healing.

Accepting new clients! Reaching out to a therapist can feel vulnerable and overwhelming–I’ve been there too. I remember the fear and self-doubt involved in asking for help, but most importantly, I remember the therapists who helped me through. I’d love to do the same for you.

I value creating a collaborative relationship that fosters trust and safety by infusing warmth, curiosity, humor, and authenticity into how I relate to others. As I learn more about your experiences, we will work together to explore your concerns and identify techniques to better manage them. I listen for patterns to help you draw connections between current and past life events and how they are impacting you in the present. I hope to create a space for you to bravely reflect on changes you want to make in your life that will lead to a more fulfilling present and future.

Oftentimes, reaching out for help is a big step towards wellness and healing. Congratulations on taking that step! My name is LaDonna Miller and I am a clinical social worker in Chicago, Illinois. I have over 9 years working in the mental health field and would love to work alongside you to accomplish your goals!

Let's clarify a few things! Often people who experience anxiety, depression and panic attacks feel like they are stuck forever. They have gone through difficult life challenges or tough transitions that are taking a toll on their ability to cope as well as they would like. If you are going through one or more of these challenges, you are not alone. Seeking help through therapy can be the first step to taking back control of your life. I utilize a holistic and engaged style to achieve both comfort and trust, blended with authentic and respectful therapeutic techniques.

I do my best to focus on each patient's needs no matter how profound. We all deal with life difficulties, but it's how we strive and learn to approach them that helps us achieve positive growth. Whether you are coming from a tough childhood that has caused pain or things are now starting to become too hard to overcome alone...I am here to accompany you on the journey of healing. If you've made it to this page that is a huge step already...I hope you can continue to solidify what exactly you need to overcome what you're dealing with.

Whether you are searching for meaning, clarity, increased fulfillment, or relief from specific symptoms or stressors, I consider it a privilege to support those I work with in their processes of healing and growth. Above all, I privilege authenticity, transparency, and a sense of agency in the therapeutic process. I am deeply passionate about challenging commonly held assumptions about therapy, namely that it involves a relationship between a “sick” person and a “healthy” one.

The decision to seek therapy can be difficult, as it's hard to reach out for help. My goal is to make therapy feel less overwhelming through a collaborative partnership where together we identify your challenges and develop healthy coping skills. My style, rooted in warmth and humor, utilizes the therapeutic relationship to explore positive change and growth. Customized feedback and a range of strategies are provided drawing from evidenced based research and years of clinical expertise. I specialize in individual and couples therapy uniquely focusing on enhancing relationships, healing from the past, and thriving individually.

Do you find yourself feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about how to go forward with your life? Are you dealing with intense feelings of frustration, disappointment, and distress? Left unaddressed, these feelings can accumulate and contribute to symptoms of anxiety, depression, and anger. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy can be a welcome respite to assess the situation, get support, and move towards a more adaptive response to life's challenges.

Life can be hard and having a counselor who truly hears you is life changing. You deserve to feel amazing and we're experts at making that a reality. As a niche based practice we have counselors that can help you navigate challenges in life & love. We have expertise in break-ups/divorce recovery, anxiety/stress, grief & loss, post-college transitions, trauma, relational discord, self-esteem, ADHD, non-traditional relationships and LGBTQ+. Our strength lies in walking with you through difficult transitions quicker and with more ease, insight and coping. We love supporting our clients because our life's work is to improve yours.

Therapy is a wonderful way to practice self-care and it is not just for those in crisis. I have experience working with adults experiencing life changes, depression, anxiety, identity development, and distress related to relationships and family. I also work with couples who have communication issues, who are building the foundation of their relationship, and who are experiencing conflict.