Chronic Illness Therapists in 60605
Private Practice Yoga Therapy, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, C-IAYT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605
I offer an integration of psychotherapy and Yoga Therapy in tandem sessions. I am both a licensed health psychologist and a certified yoga therapist. My clients tend to be high functioning adults seeking private holistic therapy and pain relief. I assist with relationships, stress, back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, physical disabilities and medical conditions. Supported yoga postures, proper alignment, and longer holds facilitate deeper feeling, fuller opening, greater release. Yoga Therapy enhances rehabilitation of injuries naturally using gravity, tensegrity and breath to improve circulation and create more space in tight joints, relieving tension and fatigue, facilitating clarity and insight.
I offer an integration of psychotherapy and Yoga Therapy in tandem sessions. I am both a licensed health psychologist and a certified yoga therapist. My clients tend to be high functioning adults seeking private holistic therapy and pain relief. I assist with relationships, stress, back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, physical disabilities and medical conditions. Supported yoga postures, proper alignment, and longer holds facilitate deeper feeling, fuller opening, greater release. Yoga Therapy enhances rehabilitation of injuries naturally using gravity, tensegrity and breath to improve circulation and create more space in tight joints, relieving tension and fatigue, facilitating clarity and insight.
Bill Singerman
Counselor, MA, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605
Clients frequently come to me when they are at a “fork in the road.” They are searching for direction after having experienced and/or overcome significant personal challenges. Unfortunately, they now find that their historical coping mechanisms are no longer serving them. They seek a greater understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and behavioral patterns in order to move forward with their lives.
Clients frequently come to me when they are at a “fork in the road.” They are searching for direction after having experienced and/or overcome significant personal challenges. Unfortunately, they now find that their historical coping mechanisms are no longer serving them. They seek a greater understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and behavioral patterns in order to move forward with their lives.
Oliver M Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605 (Online Only)
Greetings! I am a high energy, compassionate behavioral health professional with four decades of experience. I have a Masters degree in Clinical Social Work, a Doctorate in Humanistic Science, and am a certified holistic life coach. I am also the author of two books and am ordained as an interfaith minister.
Greetings! I am a high energy, compassionate behavioral health professional with four decades of experience. I have a Masters degree in Clinical Social Work, a Doctorate in Humanistic Science, and am a certified holistic life coach. I am also the author of two books and am ordained as an interfaith minister.
Adriane Barton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
The search for a therapist can be exciting, but also a bit intimidating. Having worked with a diverse population in a variety of settings, I have found that the key to effective therapy is providing a non-judgemental environment, one where you feel heard and supported regardless of your past. Whether you are struggling with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, parenting, or a difficult life transition, I can help guide you with tools for change. I provide continual encouragement to help aid you overcome your life obstacles and find a new found compassion for yourself and your loved ones.
The search for a therapist can be exciting, but also a bit intimidating. Having worked with a diverse population in a variety of settings, I have found that the key to effective therapy is providing a non-judgemental environment, one where you feel heard and supported regardless of your past. Whether you are struggling with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, parenting, or a difficult life transition, I can help guide you with tools for change. I provide continual encouragement to help aid you overcome your life obstacles and find a new found compassion for yourself and your loved ones.
Jenna Salek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605 (Online Only)
Life is stressful, but you don't need to navigate that stress alone. I work with women, teens, and young adults who are navigating life transitions or stress related to relationships, career, pregnancy, parenting, medical or health challenges, school, aging family, or adjusting to the United States after moving from another country. I help my clients learn and implement skills to cope with the anxiety or sadness that often comes during transitions and to feel confident in themselves and in moving forward in their lives. I provide all therapy virtually.
Life is stressful, but you don't need to navigate that stress alone. I work with women, teens, and young adults who are navigating life transitions or stress related to relationships, career, pregnancy, parenting, medical or health challenges, school, aging family, or adjusting to the United States after moving from another country. I help my clients learn and implement skills to cope with the anxiety or sadness that often comes during transitions and to feel confident in themselves and in moving forward in their lives. I provide all therapy virtually.
Lesley Paige Sagalow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605 (Online Only)
At times, life can be painful, heartbreaking, and completely devastating. As we go through life, we are constantly exposed to reality gaps—the gaps between the reality we have and the reality we want. The larger the gap, often, the more unsettling the pain. I meet people where they are and help them work to meet their personal goals and values. I’m skilled at creating an environment in which individuals feel heard, understood, and affirmed, but also challenged. I have extensive experience working with adults and adolescents experiencing chronic depression, anxiety, attachment issues, and interpersonal relationship conflict.
At times, life can be painful, heartbreaking, and completely devastating. As we go through life, we are constantly exposed to reality gaps—the gaps between the reality we have and the reality we want. The larger the gap, often, the more unsettling the pain. I meet people where they are and help them work to meet their personal goals and values. I’m skilled at creating an environment in which individuals feel heard, understood, and affirmed, but also challenged. I have extensive experience working with adults and adolescents experiencing chronic depression, anxiety, attachment issues, and interpersonal relationship conflict.
Emma Donovan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
Hi! My name is Emma. I offer an alternative, holistic, and spiritual approach to therapy for people in their 20s and 30s. I help you get to the root of your problems and heal past wounds so you can feel more conscious, integrated, and whole. I use IFS therapy, Depth Hypnosis, Shamanic Counseling, Buddhist Psychology, nutrition, Psychedelic Integration, and TRE, all of which I am trained and/or certified in. One fun fact about me is that I have studied, lived, and worked in many countries, and I've been to 32 countries total! Ask me about working at a mindfulness center in Thailand or getting yoga teacher trained in India.
Hi! My name is Emma. I offer an alternative, holistic, and spiritual approach to therapy for people in their 20s and 30s. I help you get to the root of your problems and heal past wounds so you can feel more conscious, integrated, and whole. I use IFS therapy, Depth Hypnosis, Shamanic Counseling, Buddhist Psychology, nutrition, Psychedelic Integration, and TRE, all of which I am trained and/or certified in. One fun fact about me is that I have studied, lived, and worked in many countries, and I've been to 32 countries total! Ask me about working at a mindfulness center in Thailand or getting yoga teacher trained in India.
Emily Cohen LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, MFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois with over 15 years of experience working with individuals, children and families. In my practice, I have successfully helped clients improve their family and interpersonal relationships, cope with grief and loss, find ways to address difficult situations, navigate life transitions and survive unexpected life events. I am committed to helping you work through the difficulties and celebrate the joyful moments in life. It takes courage to change, and I'm here to help free you from the problems you have been encountering.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois with over 15 years of experience working with individuals, children and families. In my practice, I have successfully helped clients improve their family and interpersonal relationships, cope with grief and loss, find ways to address difficult situations, navigate life transitions and survive unexpected life events. I am committed to helping you work through the difficulties and celebrate the joyful moments in life. It takes courage to change, and I'm here to help free you from the problems you have been encountering.
Ashé Counseling & Coaching LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
If you're not living the life you love, lets talk about it. I work with highly ambitious, driven people whose lives seem to be going well on the outside – but privately, they're in pain. My clients may also experience lack of focus and procrastination. The cause may be evident or waiting to be discovered. Either way, something needs to be addressed in order to fully blossom, and my clients are willing to do the work to address it.
If you're not living the life you love, lets talk about it. I work with highly ambitious, driven people whose lives seem to be going well on the outside – but privately, they're in pain. My clients may also experience lack of focus and procrastination. The cause may be evident or waiting to be discovered. Either way, something needs to be addressed in order to fully blossom, and my clients are willing to do the work to address it.
Donald ( D. J. ) Watson II
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
I believe that therapy is most successful when there is mutual respect and trust between the therapist and client. I have successfully worked with families, teens, and adults from diverse sexual orientations, ethnicities, cultures, and religious backgrounds. Some of my clinical specialties include couples/family conflict, social and cultural stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, and meaning making.
I believe that therapy is most successful when there is mutual respect and trust between the therapist and client. I have successfully worked with families, teens, and adults from diverse sexual orientations, ethnicities, cultures, and religious backgrounds. Some of my clinical specialties include couples/family conflict, social and cultural stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, and meaning making.
Megan Hoffman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605 (Online Only)
Do you use drugs or alcohol to ‘unwind’ and cope with the stress of life? Are you sober, curious, or want to cut back on your use? Are you looking to make a change? Do you feel you’re not your best self and want to work towards a healthier you? Are you ready to confront unhealthy patterns of behavior in your life? If you answer yes to one or more of these questions, I may be your therapist.
Do you use drugs or alcohol to ‘unwind’ and cope with the stress of life? Are you sober, curious, or want to cut back on your use? Are you looking to make a change? Do you feel you’re not your best self and want to work towards a healthier you? Are you ready to confront unhealthy patterns of behavior in your life? If you answer yes to one or more of these questions, I may be your therapist.
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Valerie Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , CADC, CODP
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605 (Online Only)
I believe in a holistic approach to healing understanding the connection of mind, body and spirit. Using a strengths-based perspective, I focus on building resilience and identifying barriers to the healing process in order to achieve desired goals. My background is in community mental health, women's issues, substance abuse, trauma, self-empowerment and coaching. My goal is to help individuals on their journey to find purpose, equanimity, and more joy.
I believe in a holistic approach to healing understanding the connection of mind, body and spirit. Using a strengths-based perspective, I focus on building resilience and identifying barriers to the healing process in order to achieve desired goals. My background is in community mental health, women's issues, substance abuse, trauma, self-empowerment and coaching. My goal is to help individuals on their journey to find purpose, equanimity, and more joy.
Nina Corwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
Not accepting new clients
Perhaps you've found yourself stuck in self-defeating patterns of thinking or behavior – struggling with feelings or symptoms you can no longer ignore. Maybe life has thrown you a curve ball you can't manage with your existing coping skills. If the solution was simple, you'd probably have figured it out by now. Over 25+ years, I've helped numerous individuals and couples with diverse backgrounds, strengths and concerns to get "unstuck," make significant gains and achieve greater satisfaction in relationships, work and life in general.
Perhaps you've found yourself stuck in self-defeating patterns of thinking or behavior – struggling with feelings or symptoms you can no longer ignore. Maybe life has thrown you a curve ball you can't manage with your existing coping skills. If the solution was simple, you'd probably have figured it out by now. Over 25+ years, I've helped numerous individuals and couples with diverse backgrounds, strengths and concerns to get "unstuck," make significant gains and achieve greater satisfaction in relationships, work and life in general.
Tamara Gittelson
Counselor, MA, LCPC, Analyst, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605
Hi. Come talk about what matters to you most. Together, we walk. Explore. Meander. Clarify. I love what I do and will help you feel better. I can help with multicultural issues, relocation, or if you're struggling with addiction, overcoming trauma, relationships, questions about polyamory, depression or abuse. If life has lost its meaning and you’re missing adventure, intimacy, greater self-expression and passion, let’s go. If you don’t talk about it, it won’t get better. I’m supportive, alternative, warm and kind. You’ll feel comfortable, and challenge thoughts and perceptions preventing you from getting out of your own way.
Hi. Come talk about what matters to you most. Together, we walk. Explore. Meander. Clarify. I love what I do and will help you feel better. I can help with multicultural issues, relocation, or if you're struggling with addiction, overcoming trauma, relationships, questions about polyamory, depression or abuse. If life has lost its meaning and you’re missing adventure, intimacy, greater self-expression and passion, let’s go. If you don’t talk about it, it won’t get better. I’m supportive, alternative, warm and kind. You’ll feel comfortable, and challenge thoughts and perceptions preventing you from getting out of your own way.
Dawnielle Gaskin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
Do you find yourself wishing your relationships with others were deeper? Do you crave intimacy, to feel known, listened to, and valued? If you are experiencing conflict or lack of closeness in your personal relationships, I am here to come alongside you and your significant other(s) to rebuild and heal.
Do you find yourself wishing your relationships with others were deeper? Do you crave intimacy, to feel known, listened to, and valued? If you are experiencing conflict or lack of closeness in your personal relationships, I am here to come alongside you and your significant other(s) to rebuild and heal.
Serenity Healing Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck and yearning for change? I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts, build resilience, and cultivate tools to thrive. No matter your background, you deserve to feel seen and supported on your journey to a life full of meaning, purpose, and incredible potential. If this resonates with you, I'm here to guide you towards the transformative growth you seek!
Feeling stuck and yearning for change? I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts, build resilience, and cultivate tools to thrive. No matter your background, you deserve to feel seen and supported on your journey to a life full of meaning, purpose, and incredible potential. If this resonates with you, I'm here to guide you towards the transformative growth you seek!
Stephanie Pinsler
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Sport Psychology Consultant, and Yoga Therapist based in Chicago, IL, Denver, CO, and Frisco CO. She utilizes a strength-based model to teach therapeutic skills and assists clients in gaining emotional control. Stephanie is successful in helping individuals who are struggling with life transitions and overcoming setbacks. In addition, she assists those who are looking to improve performance, set and achieve goals, and gain a positive sense of self.
Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Sport Psychology Consultant, and Yoga Therapist based in Chicago, IL, Denver, CO, and Frisco CO. She utilizes a strength-based model to teach therapeutic skills and assists clients in gaining emotional control. Stephanie is successful in helping individuals who are struggling with life transitions and overcoming setbacks. In addition, she assists those who are looking to improve performance, set and achieve goals, and gain a positive sense of self.
Sydney Walden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605
** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. EVENINGS & WEEKENDS AVAILABLE** Your experiences have forged lifelong crucial connections and skills that may be hard to see right now. Overwhelming burdens, loss, pain, self-doubt and disappointment can overshadow strengths and relationships. You and I will use your strengths, improve your relationships and develop new skills to build positive ways of thinking and living that can help you reach your goals. My practice areas include anxiety and OCD, complex trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, LGBTQIA issues and chronic pain.
** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. EVENINGS & WEEKENDS AVAILABLE** Your experiences have forged lifelong crucial connections and skills that may be hard to see right now. Overwhelming burdens, loss, pain, self-doubt and disappointment can overshadow strengths and relationships. You and I will use your strengths, improve your relationships and develop new skills to build positive ways of thinking and living that can help you reach your goals. My practice areas include anxiety and OCD, complex trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, LGBTQIA issues and chronic pain.
Jennifer Rafacz
Psychologist, PhD, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
My practice is dedicated to couples & individuals in cultivating fulfilling lives & relationships. Clients seek therapy to address depression, anxiety, life transitions, evolving identities, communication issues & enhancing intimacy. My specialization in sex therapy focuses on helping individuals & couples navigating sexual health & functioning, with a particular interest on folks over the age of 40. Clients often seek support for desire discrepancies, communication challenges related to sex, infidelity, arousal/orgasm difficulties, erectile dysfunction, painful intercourse, sexual trauma, and problematic sexual behavior
My practice is dedicated to couples & individuals in cultivating fulfilling lives & relationships. Clients seek therapy to address depression, anxiety, life transitions, evolving identities, communication issues & enhancing intimacy. My specialization in sex therapy focuses on helping individuals & couples navigating sexual health & functioning, with a particular interest on folks over the age of 40. Clients often seek support for desire discrepancies, communication challenges related to sex, infidelity, arousal/orgasm difficulties, erectile dysfunction, painful intercourse, sexual trauma, and problematic sexual behavior
Patrick Cornelius
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CADC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605
Our you struggling with addiction, porn, sexual addiction, personality disorders? I believe in providing therapy that works. I believe in reducing/eliminating the problem. So many times, I hear of clients that's been in therapy for years. I believe that in 8 -12 sessions there should be at the minimum a reduction in symptoms or complete elimination, or a referral out should be recommended. I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Value Based Therapy, and Interpersonal therapy to conceptualize a client's issues to reduce and eliminate the problem.
Our you struggling with addiction, porn, sexual addiction, personality disorders? I believe in providing therapy that works. I believe in reducing/eliminating the problem. So many times, I hear of clients that's been in therapy for years. I believe that in 8 -12 sessions there should be at the minimum a reduction in symptoms or complete elimination, or a referral out should be recommended. I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Value Based Therapy, and Interpersonal therapy to conceptualize a client's issues to reduce and eliminate the problem.
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Chronic Illness Therapists
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.