Therapy Session in Illinois

Hi, I’m Elaine Smith. I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, but more than that, I’m someone who believes in the power of healing, hope, and second chances. My passion is helping people move beyond the weight of trauma, anxiety, and life’s challenges so they can discover their strength and feel whole again. I know that reaching out for help isn’t always easy. That’s why I focus on creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and never judged. Together, we’ll explore your story at your pace, and I’ll walk alongside you as you navigate the hard parts and celebrate your progress. My approach is trauma-informed and culturally responsive, because I believe therapy should reflect who you are and honor your lived experiences. At the heart of it all, I see counseling as more than just sessions, it’s a journey of building resilience, finding your voice, and stepping into the life you deserve.

As a bilingual Spanish-speaking mental health counselor, I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and young adults as they navigate life’s challenges. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in social work from Northeastern Illinois University and a Master’s degree in social work from Dominican University. Throughout my career, I have worked with clients of all ages, with a particular focus on children and adolescents, helping them build coping skills, improve communication, and develop confidence in themselves. I provide a safe, empathetic space where clients can explore who they are, manage stress, and build practical coping skills. My mission is to help them gain confidence, reduce mental health symptoms, and develop resilience so they feel empowered to overcome barriers and thrive in their communities. I also enjoy working with families and parents, helping strengthen communication and understanding within the home. I believe healing happens when individuals feel seen and accepted for who they are, while also being supported in their personal growth. My areas of specialization include anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, adjustment issues, cultural identity, and life transitions. Above all, I want clients to know that they are not alone — reaching out for help is a powerful first step, and I am here to walk alongside them on their journey toward wellness and success.

I am a clinical social worker who is personable and authentic. I lead my practice with humor and connection and always put my clients first. I graduated from Boston College School of Social Work with my MSW and a focus of Children, Youth, and Families. Through my specialty and training, I have been able to utilize my strong skillset working with school-aged children (5-18). I specialize in anxiety, depression, anger management, PTSD, and self-esteem concerns. My approach is solution-focused and prioritizes client empowerment and well-being. I am a nonjudgmental practitioner and am inclusive of all clients and backgrounds. My beliefs in therapeutic practice center on empathy and meeting clients where they are at, while also promoting growth and self-worth.

Creating a trusting atmosphere and building on the therapeutic relationship are the fundamentals of my practice. I understand starting therapy and asking for help can be scary and difficult. People seek therapy due to past traumas, work stress, family stress, anxiety, etc. Wherever you are and your reason "why" for starting, I am ready to get to work and help you start making positive changes and feeling better. I specialize in Trauma and Anxiety disorders. We work together to find the best coping skills for you!

Hi, I'm a licensed therapist dedicated to helping young adults and adults navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and self-compassion. I work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including both South Asian and non-South Asian clients, providing culturally sensitive and inclusive care. My experience includes supporting clients through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, and self-esteem concerns. My approach blends empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and supported. I believe therapy is a partnership, together, we identify goals, explore new perspectives, and develop practical strategies for meaningful change. My aim is to empower each client to strengthen their sense of self, improve emotional well-being, and build tools to move forward with confidence.

I’m a warm, non-judgmental therapist who truly values building real human connections with my clients. I bring empathy, a gentle presence, and even a bit of humor into the room, creating a safe and comfortable space where people feel seen and heard. I genuinely care for my clients not just as patients, but as people. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, and I’m also experienced in supporting adults. I help clients navigate depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, self-injury, suicidal ideation, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, behavioral concerns, and family conflict. My therapeutic foundation is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), but I draw from a variety of approaches to meet each client’s unique needs. I emphasize trust, authenticity, and helping clients connect with their values to guide meaningful change. My goal is to support each person in feeling safe enough to explore what’s going on inside and around them, and empowered enough to move toward the life they want. Therapy with me is about finding your footing again—and feeling like yourself.

I am a compassionate mental health therapist who graduated from Loyola University in Chicago, with a specialization in mental health and trauma processing. I provide psychotherapy to teens, young adults, and adults. I offer a nurturing, nonjudgmental, inviting and warm space to my practice, utilizing a variety of evidence-based interventions to help you overcome any obstacles you may be facing. I have worked with a variety of therapeutic approaches in my practice, including trauma-based and psychodynamic frameworks, mindfulness and meditation, cognitive therapies (stemming from CBT/DBT), relational and interpersonal approaches. My clinical interests include whole-person centered care, teens and adults facing difficult life-transitions and adjustments, self-esteem, mood disorders, complex trauma, and emerging young adulthood. I believe that providing a warm, safe space for individuals to consider and care for each part of self (mind-body-spirit) paves the path towards healing. I approach our conversations with both curiosity and intuition. My ultimate goal is for every person to feel safe and comfortable sharing their story, developing a connection that promotes lasting change, and identifying goals where we can journey through this work together.

I'm a compassionate and empathetic mental health therapist, with over 20 years of working with youth, young adult and military populations. I graduate with a Maters in Social Work from the University of Michigan School of Social Work.I utilize evidence bass practices to increase and support the adaptive functioning and coping skills of young adults . I will provide a safe, solution focus, nonjudgemental, empathetic, empowering to facilitate change, resiliency, self worth, personal positive growth, and validation. This is a collaborative partnership between therapist and client and the work needs to be done in and out of session to achieve the best outcomes in therapy.

Hi, I am Myisha! I am a Licensed Social Worker whose core values are to create an authentic and safe space where one can break through the barriers to achieve overall wellness. For the past ten years, I have provided case management services and individual therapy to youth, adolescents, and adults in varied community mental health settings. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and providing trauma-informed care for the children and creatives: visual & performing artists including actors, dancers, photographers, podcasters, writers, fashion designers, and even content creators. Moreover, my clinical style is person-centered, empathic, warm, and authentic. Even though my primary training is in Cognitive Behavioral Theory (CBT), I also have training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Crisis Intervention, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness practices, and other creative/expressive therapies. In her spare time, I enjoys traveling, skating, and watching movies! I am here to listen, support, help, and empower you while developing tools that will help you overcome struggles. Are you ready? Go ahead, click the link below to start your healing journey! I will be looking forward to speaking with you!