Therapists in Illinois

Hello and welcome to Talkspace! My name is Alexandra Parker but I go by Sasha. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 10 years and graduate from Loyola University Chicago. I welcome clients of all ages; genders and sexual orientations. Couples are welcome as well. I specialize in depression; anxiety; substance abuse. I implement various theoretical orientation such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Strength Based perspective to assist clients in meeting their goals. This is a confidential; non -judgemental safe space to express your needs and wants. I look forwards to working with you!

I am licensed with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with many areas in life. I specialize in EMDR and use a variety of different techniques to make each experience different. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a technique which involves moving your eyes; using sound or tapping. EMDR's goal is to help you heal from trauma or other distressing life experiences. This is a multi-step process. You are the expert of your truth; and you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.

I am glad you found me here on TalkSpace. I offer an authentic approach to individual; couples and family counseling that harnesses my own lifelong struggles with chronic illness and disability along with my knowledge of coping mechanisms; rehabilitation; and special education. I have served as counselor for a wide array of clients during my professional career and have been a tireless champion for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. My specialty is with teens and adults who feel “stuck” within their life and looking to overcome challenges; especially due to disability or chronic illness.

Hello! I am so glad you took this first step of reaching out for support. My goal as a counselor is to provide you with a safe and compassionate space where you can find peace; healing; and hope. While this journey is yours; you do not have to face it alone. I emphasize learning about and normalizing mental health challenges; gaining self-awareness; social; and cultural strengths to foster greater emotional and mental well-being.

Lauren is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with adolescents; couples and families. Focus areas include chronic depression; suicidal ideation; marital discord; grief and trauma. Treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Solution Focused and Client Centered methods. Lauren received her masters from The University of Illinois-Chicago. Her clinical training includes work in inpatient and outpatient settings as well as community mental health. She specializes in crisis intervention and de-escalation and has worked as an advocate for low income families since 2012.

Hi! My name is Jonna and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I specialize in working with adults that feel stuck. Life is busy; overwhelming at times; and constantly changing. I will help you develop skills to cope with anxiety; depression; and life stressors. The goal of treatment is validation and re-focusing on individual strengths in order to improve quality of life.

Hello everyone! My name is Tasleem! My approach to therapy consists of holistic healing; CBT; DBT; and a few other therapeutic modalities.I am here to provide support and suggestions of course; but I like giving my clients the ability to discover their own strengths through their treatment! I utilize an open; non-judgmental approach to treatment and believe everyone has the ability to make a difference!

Hi! My name is Juanette Plato and I am a License Clinical Professional Counselor. I am here to help you have the life you have always wanted! Difficult experiences in life can bring up feelings of anxiety; depression; or lack of direction; it can be hard to know what to do. With compassion and honesty; I will help you to work through issues while identifying your inner strengths to be a happier and healthier version of you. I describe myself as compassionate and understanding. I look forward to taking the journey of healing with you.

We all want to live our best life. I know trauma on a personal level & treating trauma has become my passion. I use a client-centered approach where you are the master of your own life; I am here to walk beside you as a guide. My hope is to empower you to work through your trauma; relationship difficulties and life’s challenges. I provide trauma-focused; client-centered; & couples counseling to all ages & backgrounds. I am well versed in EMDR; TF-CBT; & reproductive loss counseling. I believe that trauma is a journey and not one person’s journey will be the same. You are not alone.

Hello! My name is Bethany! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in Mental Health for over 7 years. I have worked in online and clinic settings with a variety of mental health diagnoses. I am excited to go through this healing process with you. Whether you are struggling with anxiety; depression; relational conflict or just simply struggling to adjust to life circumstances; I am here to walk with you through them. I know that life can be HARD but I do want to say; there is always hope for you to thrive in your mental and emotional health!