Therapists for Teens in Chicago, IL

My name is Dr. Anjali Soni and I work primarily with adults and adolescents in individual therapy. I also offer couples therapy. At this time, I am seeing clients only via virtual sessions. My work with clients is driven by the client and in therapy, we will focus on increasing self awareness, changing problematic behaviors, managing stress, and healing relationships. Being fluent in Hindi and Punjabi, I also work with couples and families struggling with cultural identity and other cultural conflicts.

You have felt unseen and unheard. But you know deep down that you are worthy. I know that you are. The challenges in life you once were able to navigate with ease are now more daunting than ever. You have turned to avoidance, substances, shopping, you name it! But none of these are helping. What you need now is someone to empathize with you. Someone who gets it, to see you and support you while you examine those unpleasant feelings and sensations.

Art therapy offers a fresh way to view challenges and explore solutions. Our therapy sessions will encourage you to see things from different angles, creating a deeper understanding of yourself and your mental health journey. As a neurodivergent practitioner, I can offer a safe space for you to unmask and give you tools to navigate challenges and embrace your strengths. Feel free to reach out today and we can set up a free consultation!

At times a crisis, trauma, or series of compounding stressors can overwhelm one’s normal resilience and ability to cope. Professional therapy provides help in navigating through these difficult times, and the process can create lasting insight leading to a richer, more satisfying life. I believe as a clinical therapist, my responsibility is to provide a space where clients feel safe, valued and heard. I appreciate the uniqueness of each of my clients, and see the therapy process as a collaboration, where patterns of thinking and behavior are explored in an effort to bring about change.

Hello! I work from a solution-focused, strengths-based, collaborative therapeutic approach. My approach involves setting clear goals at the beginning of treatment, and helping you find the solutions that work best to create the positive change that you want to see in your life. As a counselor, my mission is to implement a comfortable space, support, strength, and guidance for individuals, couples, and families to process through emotions and foster growth, as well as advocating for and providing a voice for children. I believe that through fostering support, empowerment and healing, the life you want to live is always possible.

I believe that we, as humans, are all worthy and capable of healing. Our life experiences, backgrounds, and circumstances play a significant role in the way we feel and express our emotions. I strive to create a comforting therapeutic space, defined by acceptance and cultural humility. My treatment approach is rooted in strengths-based treatment, intending to guide you in understanding the powerful influence our thoughts have on our behaviors and emotions. I understand the impact of childhood experiences and relationships through life and the role they play in our emotional expression.

All things in life need a little TLC sometimes - seeking help while taking one day at a time is the bravest thing you can do to help sort through the stress, chaos and challenges that are weighing on you. Perhaps you are facing some big life changes, motivated to improve your work-life balance, burdened by worry, flooded by negative thoughts, or hoping to work on your communication style to better your relationships. This process can seem so overwhelming at first, and I would love to help you through it so you can accomplish your goals.

I work with individuals and couples striving to feel safe and heard in their relationships with themselves and with others. I particularly enjoy working with LGBTQIA+, TGNC clients moving through various stages of transition and identity development. I am passionate about working with those who have experienced complex/developmental trauma. I am also interested in working with folks who experience disordered eating in order to help improve their relationships with food and their bodies.

My passion is treating clients with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and trauma. Since I was a little girl, I have always been fascinated with learning about other cultures, people who are different than me, and the stories that make them who they are. I hope to be a part of your story and help create a narrative that aligns with your goals.

Are you struggling with authentically connecting with others and yourself? Do you often feel lost, isolated, rejected, abandoned, or riddled with self-doubt? Trauma and anxiety can have a profound impact on how we connect with others and ourselves. Our brains do a magnificent job of creating defense mechanisms to protect us during a crucial time of development and survival. When those defense mechanisms no longer serve us they can become obstacles in our lives and relationships, and can create damaging emotional patterns that leave us feeling lonely and misunderstood.

Life can bring great challenges, and also incredible joys. Sometimes the challenges can feel overwhelming. In difficult times, it's critical to create a solid emotional foundation to allow you identify your path. My goal as a clinician is to restore balance when you are struggling with tough emotions, or a difficult situation. I believe that as with physical pain, emotional pain is a clear message that something in your life needs attending to. By taking time to reflect and heal, you can regain a sense of clarity, purpose and peace.

I love working with children, the inner child in every adult and couples. I particularly specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, developmental delays, ADHD and behavior issues. I take a warm, collaborative and judgement-free approach. I’ll include you in your treatment planning because I think you’ll be more invested in a plan if you had a part in creating it.

I work in partnership with my clients to reduce symptoms and to make sustainable changes to improve your overall quality of life. I am intentional with my work by providing collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered care that is tailored towards the goal of reducing symptoms and providing coping mechanisms. It is my mission to create a warm, non-judgmental, and empathetic relationship with each client while fostering an environment that promotes growth and well-being. When working with adults, I like to be clear about our goals and direction of therapy. We will work together towards your goals and increasing your well-being.

My approach to therapy is genuine, honest, collaborative and non-judgmental. I aim to provide a safe space for my clients to help them feel comfortable exploring the challenges they encounter. I understand that it can be overwhelming to seek therapy and it is essential that my clients feel understood and supported. It can be difficult to know how to articulate your innermost thoughts and feelings. I work alongside my clients to help them learn coping skills and gain a better awareness of how to communicate their needs directly and when to utilize these tools if they are upset, frustrated, feeling alone or feeling out of control.

I work to provide a genuine, warm, nonjudgmental, validating, and comforting presence. I utilize an integrative and collaborative style and individualize my approach to best fit each client’s unique concerns and situations. My hope is that the therapeutic space can allow for reflection, exploration, and an increased understanding of yourself and your world.

Feel like you're on a rollercoaster of emotions and can't get off? Or maybe intrusive OCD thoughts won't leave you alone? Looking for someone skilled in DBT and/or exposure therapy? I'd love to help. My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore and improve their lives. I am trans-affirming and enjoy working with all letters of the LGBT+ community.

As a therapist, my goal is to work together to find the healing process that works best for you. Since we all have unique needs and experiences, I like to meet clients where they are, whatever that looks like. My style is compassionate, calm, and curious. In session, I offer an interactive approach based on trust and respect so you don’t feel alone when things get messy. I also bring my genuine & authentic self to sessions, which means that I am there for you when things are heavy or when you need a bit of humor to brighten your day. If you’d like to learn more about myself or therapy generally, I'm happy to hop on a call!

My name is Amber Berridge and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I love helping adolescents and young adults successfully navigate life's ups and downs! My focus areas include depression, anxiety, school and work stress, and other mental health concerns. My focus areas of practice are males or females between the ages of 14 and 25, struggling with depression, anxiety, school concerns, and stress. My professional experience includes using CBT, DBT, strengths-based, and mindfulness. I like to teach my clients new skills or help them to improve on ones they may have learned in the past.

I approach clinical work from a relational and attachment-focused perspective. I believe that humans heal and change in relationship to others, and that our connection is paramount for us to be able to do meaningful and long-lasting work. My understanding of the world is also inherently systemic, such that each individual’s intersectional identities, as well as larger systems (e.g., family system, cultural groups and values, larger systems of oppression such as racism, sexism, homophobia, ableism, sizeism), should be made explicit and honored in each session.