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Pete D Hardy III
Counselor, MA, CRC, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60636  (Online Only)
As A Certified Rehabilitation Counselor & Licensed ClinicalProfessional Counselor I have provided various forms of counseling including Family, Individual, Group, Substance Abuse, Mental Health, DUI, Vocational, and Gambling to both adults and youth populations.
My beliefs are clients hold the keys to their own healing and addressing the trauma in their lives. You have to be the driving force and navigator behind the pursuit of a healthy mind, body, and spirit. The act of being heard and understood is healing in-and-of itself, but an outside view, to guide or push us down the path of self-enlightenment and self-healing, helps. I understand the idea & process of gaining self-awareness via counseling can seem overwhelming and intimidating, but I believe it's actually a safe opportunity for personal growth, development, and achievement.
As A Certified Rehabilitation Counselor & Licensed ClinicalProfessional Counselor I have provided various forms of counseling including Family, Individual, Group, Substance Abuse, Mental Health, DUI, Vocational, and Gambling to both adults and youth populations.
My beliefs are clients hold the keys to their own healing and addressing the trauma in their lives. You have to be the driving force and navigator behind the pursuit of a healthy mind, body, and spirit. The act of being heard and understood is healing in-and-of itself, but an outside view, to guide or push us down the path of self-enlightenment and self-healing, helps. I understand the idea & process of gaining self-awareness via counseling can seem overwhelming and intimidating, but I believe it's actually a safe opportunity for personal growth, development, and achievement.
(773) 570-1407 View (773) 570-1407
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Nicole Lucy Thompson
Counselor, EdD, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60636  (Online Only)
I am a psychotherapist who is interested in working with clients who are striving to become their authentic/best selves. The counseling process is one that looks the holistic needs of the individual (i.e. society, family, personal narrative/story) to promote personal growth and development. Therefore, I am a multicultural and gestalt therapist who is committed to the process of understanding and addressing societal issues that impact clients' emotional and psychological health. I work collaboratively with clients to connect to their authentic selves, step into their power, and set goals to achieve their desired holistic needs.
I am a psychotherapist who is interested in working with clients who are striving to become their authentic/best selves. The counseling process is one that looks the holistic needs of the individual (i.e. society, family, personal narrative/story) to promote personal growth and development. Therefore, I am a multicultural and gestalt therapist who is committed to the process of understanding and addressing societal issues that impact clients' emotional and psychological health. I work collaboratively with clients to connect to their authentic selves, step into their power, and set goals to achieve their desired holistic needs.
(773) 985-3857 View (773) 985-3857
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Felicia Muhammad
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60636  (Online Only)
My professional background includes working with a wide variety of clients ranging from children to older adults. I have provided mental health counseling including individual, group and family therapy. I have worked with a broad range of presenting issues including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, adjustment difficulties, grief and loss, relationship problems, family conflict, mood disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, thinking disorders, codependency, domestic violence, self-esteem, women’s issues, spirituality, chronic illness, chronic pain, dual diagnosis, and addictions.
My professional background includes working with a wide variety of clients ranging from children to older adults. I have provided mental health counseling including individual, group and family therapy. I have worked with a broad range of presenting issues including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, adjustment difficulties, grief and loss, relationship problems, family conflict, mood disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, thinking disorders, codependency, domestic violence, self-esteem, women’s issues, spirituality, chronic illness, chronic pain, dual diagnosis, and addictions.
(773) 825-3667 View (773) 825-3667
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Melody Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60636  (Online Only)
Why continue to struggle alone with this? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in both Indiana and Illinois. I have been working in the field for over 1 4 years with various populations and in various settings from clinics, agencies and emergency rooms. I truly believe that both good and bad stress can have effects on a person's mental health. All people need someone to talk to at various times of their lives. Support is not a weakness it is a need! Please visit our website, Essential Counseling Group at www.essentialcounselinggroup.com. Scheduling is also available through Headway and Grow Therapy platforms!
Why continue to struggle alone with this? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in both Indiana and Illinois. I have been working in the field for over 1 4 years with various populations and in various settings from clinics, agencies and emergency rooms. I truly believe that both good and bad stress can have effects on a person's mental health. All people need someone to talk to at various times of their lives. Support is not a weakness it is a need! Please visit our website, Essential Counseling Group at www.essentialcounselinggroup.com. Scheduling is also available through Headway and Grow Therapy platforms!
(786) 755-1863 View (786) 755-1863
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Carmecia McKnight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60636  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with current and past life stressors, maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships, or feeling unfulfilled? Wellness is inclusive of the mind body and spirit. Life and the many hats that we wear challenge our wellness. It can be difficult to navigate life without knowing how to properly identify what you are experiencing and feeling. Perhaps you are feeling “stuck” in life and don’t know how to get yourself back on kilter. My goal is to help bring into awareness traumas, feelings, and thoughts by acknowledging the influence of varying relationships and systems in your life so that you can heal.
Are you struggling with current and past life stressors, maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships, or feeling unfulfilled? Wellness is inclusive of the mind body and spirit. Life and the many hats that we wear challenge our wellness. It can be difficult to navigate life without knowing how to properly identify what you are experiencing and feeling. Perhaps you are feeling “stuck” in life and don’t know how to get yourself back on kilter. My goal is to help bring into awareness traumas, feelings, and thoughts by acknowledging the influence of varying relationships and systems in your life so that you can heal.
(708) 719-9038 View (708) 719-9038
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The Urban Counselor
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MSEd
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60636  (Online Only)
Hi! Welcome to The Urban Counselor LLC! This practice was birthed during the Pandemic with the intentions of supporting individuals through a globally traumatic time, and I have since expanded my trauma skill set and knowledge to support environmental and complex trauma. I identify as a Heterosexual, Cisgender, African-American female. I have a fondness for culture, and I've expanded my team with a bilingual, Spanish speaking therapist Felipa Roman. We will specialize in cultural trauma for marginalized communities, and the mental health challenges therein.
Hi! Welcome to The Urban Counselor LLC! This practice was birthed during the Pandemic with the intentions of supporting individuals through a globally traumatic time, and I have since expanded my trauma skill set and knowledge to support environmental and complex trauma. I identify as a Heterosexual, Cisgender, African-American female. I have a fondness for culture, and I've expanded my team with a bilingual, Spanish speaking therapist Felipa Roman. We will specialize in cultural trauma for marginalized communities, and the mental health challenges therein.
(773) 694-8088 View (773) 694-8088
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Sarah Lerch-Halliday
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60636
Hello! My name is Sarah Lerch-Halliday and I've been working as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor for 12 years. I provide therapy to people experiencing increased symptoms related to stress, relationships, depression, anxiety, and more. I’ll work with you as a compassionate and trauma-informed therapist, using evidenced-based coping strategies to help you move towards improved mental health. I work with teens, young adults, and adults who are facing problems at school, work, in relationships, recent loss, and just general life stressors.
Hello! My name is Sarah Lerch-Halliday and I've been working as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor for 12 years. I provide therapy to people experiencing increased symptoms related to stress, relationships, depression, anxiety, and more. I’ll work with you as a compassionate and trauma-informed therapist, using evidenced-based coping strategies to help you move towards improved mental health. I work with teens, young adults, and adults who are facing problems at school, work, in relationships, recent loss, and just general life stressors.
(773) 207-3177 View (773) 207-3177
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Amanda Wittmer
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60636
If you are someone experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, attachment issues, sexual abuse, transitions and relationship issues, this is a space to process safely through talk or art making. I work with understanding your trauma responses, triggers, attachment styles and areas of friction to help you cope and make necessary changes through an expressive arts approach and talk therapy. If you are someone ready to dive into symptoms, triggers, attachments and current stressors, I hope to provide that space for you to start your healing journey.
If you are someone experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, attachment issues, sexual abuse, transitions and relationship issues, this is a space to process safely through talk or art making. I work with understanding your trauma responses, triggers, attachment styles and areas of friction to help you cope and make necessary changes through an expressive arts approach and talk therapy. If you are someone ready to dive into symptoms, triggers, attachments and current stressors, I hope to provide that space for you to start your healing journey.
(312) 756-7167 View (312) 756-7167
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Inner Peace Psychological Care, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60636
Currently accepting new patients. I believe each person has an innate capacity for growth and self-awareness just waiting to be explored. If you are navigating challenging life transitions, a blend of personal and professional challenges, have relationship issues, dealing with feelings of uncertainty, self-doubt, lack of fulfillment in various aspects of your life, or perhaps on a quest for a deeper sense of self-discovery, an existential-integration approach may provide a collaborative and compassionate space for you to reflect upon your experiences, gain clarity about your values, and deepen your understanding of yourself.
Currently accepting new patients. I believe each person has an innate capacity for growth and self-awareness just waiting to be explored. If you are navigating challenging life transitions, a blend of personal and professional challenges, have relationship issues, dealing with feelings of uncertainty, self-doubt, lack of fulfillment in various aspects of your life, or perhaps on a quest for a deeper sense of self-discovery, an existential-integration approach may provide a collaborative and compassionate space for you to reflect upon your experiences, gain clarity about your values, and deepen your understanding of yourself.
(847) 242-2415 View (847) 242-2415
Christopher Taylor
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 786-9833 View (773) 786-9833

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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.