Out of Network Therapists in Chicago, IL

Sometimes, our responses to life circumstances may not be conducive to finding long-term joy, authenticity, or connection. Our experiences are stored in both our minds and bodies, and expressed through both as well. Between a wide array of clinical approaches and your lifetime of lived experiences, my aim is to work collaboratively with you in reaching your goals, and to craft a therapeutic environment where you feel safe to be your most authentic self.

Relationships are the heart of all meaningful change. Whether you are coming to therapy because you feel lost, demoralized, or moved to deepen your self-understanding, feeling authentically understood and appreciated in your relationships is crucial to healing. In my practice, I strive to create an accepting atmosphere in which you feel comfortable speaking freely about the concerns in your life. Together, we can understand how the relationship we build in our work is both a microcosm of your present, as well as a vehicle for surprise, change, and growth.

Are you living with drop-you-to-your-knees heart pain? Does your body ache with little ease and relaxation? Do you find your life experiences difficult to accept? Will you be open and curious as we witness and support your inner healing intelligence? If this resonates with you, we know we can do healing work together!

You are in the prime of adulthood yet you are way too hard on yourself and are feeling disconnected. It is tough to consistently show up for yourself with the positive habits that help you feel your best. Whether you’re looking to unpack the why behind your anxiety, embrace your stage of life while working on the new-and-improved version of yourself, or prepare for a transition ahead – I’ve got you. I’m equipped to help you navigate your emotions, pain, doubts, excitement and dreams of your heart. It is my goal to elevate the way you feel on a daily basis while moving toward a fulfilling life with aligned action. You deserve it.

Have you been feeling 'crowded out', like there is no room for you to feel, to slow down and sort out what's right for you, and to enjoy your life? Perhaps self-critique, anger, sadness, physical tension and pain, or fear get so big on the inside that you feel crowded out that way? Perhaps you are so used to deferring to the wants, needs and ideas of others in your external life that it's hard to hear your own internal compass.

***Dr. Sachdev currently has limited daytime availability at both offices***A therapist can be an ally and partner during times when life presents us with challenges that make us feel stuck. A strong therapeutic relationship can help us feel safe and comfortable as we work to understand ourselves and get 'unstuck'. As a clinician, I aim to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients. I am present and accessible to my clients. I have a warm and very down-to-earth style that helps my clients find their voice as we embark on a journey towards empowerment.

Now accepting new clients! When we are struggling in life, feeling stuck, hurt, confused, or alone, we all deserve a place to talk with someone who we know will not judge or shame us, but instead who will walk alongside us and help us create change, finding our hope and strength. I believe that you were designed to heal and you have everything you need inside you. If you are feeling overwhelmed, it's okay to reach out for help, support, or guidance so that you can move towards the life you want to live.

Alison Bronson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about using evidence-based treatments in her therapeutic work with adolescents and adults. Alison has past experience working in private practice, college counseling, and community mental health settings treating a wide range of presentations including anxiety, mood, obsessive compulsive, trauma and other stressor-related disorders.

Struggling with self-esteem, relationships, or childhood trauma? Alternatively, has Borderline Personality Disorder been mentioned and you're wondering if it fits your struggles? With a speciality in working with these areas, I've helped my clients improve their relationships, their ability to love and trust, and also to reach deep healing. Additionally, for those of you here and not from here seeking an internationally-experienced clinician, from my experiences working with diverse international expat populations in Tokyo, Japan, I can offer specialized services regarding struggles with the expatriate/int'l resident experience.

I enjoy working with young adults and professionals who feel stuck and are desiring change. I believe we all are capable of leading a happy and fulfilling life, and with the right support and tools we can! I am passionate about working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, work/life stressors, self-esteem, and relationship issues.

My goal as a clinical psychologist is to be the catalyst for change in the lives of the people that I have the privilege to work with. Change is constant in life, and is the focus of my work. I specialize in psychotherapy based upon existential and psychoanalytic theory, and I provide consultation services for individuals striving to improve the quality of their lives, their life's work, and their living. I practice formal psychoanalysis with a portion of my patients that are interested and appropriate for long-term in-depth psychoanalysis.

I have a unique and holistic approach to psychotherapy. Using a combination of traditional methods, energy psychology modalities and mindfulness principles, I assist in the exploration and resolution of emotional obstacles to promote healing and growth. I use my understanding of the interrelationship between the mind, body and spirit, to work towards transformation and relief of trauma and limiting beliefs about the self. My style is empathic, warm, supportive and client-centered. I believe following the innate wisdom and insight of the client and creating a safe therapeutic relationship are essential elements in the journey towards healing.

Clients come to therapy for a number of reasons, such as identity shifts, grief and loss, low self-esteem, immigration/acculturative stress, trauma, life transitions, relationship & family struggles, and spiritual crises. Whatever your pull to come to therapy, I acknowledge the courage it takes to participate in your healing. Through person-centered and feminist approaches, I collaborate with clients in the process of re-defining who they are that feels the most authentic to themselves. My clinical "toolbox" includes mindfulness, a trauma-informed lens, existentialism, diversity practices, and a nonjudgmental stance.

I am a Clinical Psychologist and I work well with individuals and couples who are interested in developing deeper knowledge of themselves, their relationships, and those around them. Together with my clients, I seek to understand each person in order to promote healing and healthier living going forward. Clients who benefit from my method are verbal, insight-oriented, and motivated to grow into the healthiest version of themselves they can become. Clients often come with symptoms such as anxiety or depression, but once they feel some relief they choose to explore the underlying reasons for these symptoms.

I am passionate about empowering people to thrive and fulfill their potential as well as achieve greater life satisfaction. I have worked with many people who are navigating difficulties to be able to gain greater levels of confidence and growth. I use a collaborative and goal-oriented approach in therapy. I seek to help clients build on their strengths and ultimately to be able to experience life more fully.

Clients often find me when they feel that traditional talk therapy doesn't seem to be enough - when they have gained lots of valuable insight into the "why" behind their experience, but the physiological symptoms persist. Intellectualy understanding our past traumas is different from healing, integrating, and organizing our past (and present) traumatic experiences. Clients who come to me are often engaged in an ongoing battle with their own nervous system responses, and often feel stuck in adaptive patterns without knowing how to break free.

Life's challenges can overwhelm us and leave us feeling chronically stressed. An understanding and kind therapist can provide relief by making sense of our thoughts and feelings, and helping to find new ways of coping. I believe that good therapy helps people create more fulfilling relationships, nurture talents and abilities, have healthier self-esteem, deepen self-awareness, renew hope and adjust to and cope with life's inevitable challenges.

I'm here to support you through all of life's ups and downs. I provide individuals and couples a combination of solution-focused strategies for managing problems and practical insight into issues. Therapy helps clients understand the bidirectional relationship between how their environment impacts them and how they impact their environment and move away from old patterns. I specialize in sexuality, anxiety, family of origin issues, and interpersonal conflict. I am an AASECT certified sexuality educator and treat issues that impact sexuality, including sexual trauma, desire discrepancy, out of control sexual behavior and more.

Going into psychotherapy or coaching should be like putting the finishing touches on your life. My goal in working with clients is to assist them in discovering their strengths so they can use them to create the life they most desire. I believe clients move towards growth when time is right. Most clients enter therapy or coaching when they have reached a critical life transition. In our work, we will explore how your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions are all connected. As a result of our meetings, you will gain tools to feel better, more confident, and satisfied with your life.