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Therapists for college students near Chicago, IL

Christine T. Look
Psychologist
Oak Park, IL
Accepting new clients

Dr. Christine T. Look is a Psychologist in Illinois who has been practicing since 1998. Dr. Look works with individuals, couples, and families facing life challenges. As a psychologist, she sees therapy as a collaborative process between client and therapist. Her role is to provide a safe and confidential space for clients, to understand the nature of their concerns and the challenges facing them. Together, Dr. Look works with clients to identify therapy goals that will create positive changes i...

Emily Wheeler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Emily Wheeler is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Social Worker (LSW) at LifeStance Health, serving clients across Illinois. Emily specializes in helping individuals navigate life's challenges with a person-centered approach, ensuring that therapy is tailored to each client's unique needs and goals. With a focus on evidence-based practices, Emily creates a supportive and nonjudgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts and emotions while building strategies to improve their...

Rachel Pallmeyer
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I support queer, trans, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and polyamorous students exploring identity, sexuality, and relationships. My approach is person-centered, feminist, and affirming, weaving in somatic practices and IFS to help you connect with your whole self. Therapy with me is a collaborative, creative space where your story and identity are valued. Together, we'll build clarity, self-acceptance, and meaningful growth. My pronouns are she/they....

Lafayette Bagley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I am passionate about working with adolescents, adults and couples looking to cultivate change. I believe each person seeking therapy is unique, and my approach is tailored to meet your individual needs. I use an integrative approach, drawing upon a variety of techniques including psychodynamic, existential, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches. I have experience working with an array of mental health issues including gender dysphoria, LGBTQIA+ issues, trauma, anxiety, ...

Jenna Feldman of Concentric Counseling & Consulting
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

You can expect me to be warm, caring, and honest as we grow into and establish our therapeutic relationship, tailoring our work to your preferences, needs, and goals. Many of the individuals and couples I work with experience anxiety, college/professional/work-related stress, interpersonal relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and unresolved trauma. In this work, I approach therapy with a strengths-based, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and trauma-informed lens and depending on your needs, ...

Chloe Sheehan
Pre-Licensed Professional
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

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Inclusive Insight Psychotherapy and Consulting
Group practice
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

Inclusive Insight celebrates the intersectionality and variety of identity. We are a safe and welcoming space for all individuals, inclusive of those from diverse backgrounds, including gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, age, ability, and all other identities. Our therapists reflect the diverse backgrounds of the clients we serve and bring their own unique experiences and expertise to broaden the perspective of IIPC....

Matthew Raftery
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I support LGBTQIA+ students exploring gender, identity, anxiety, grief, and life transitions using psychodynamic and narrative therapy. I believe your past experiences and stories shape how you feel today, and together we'll build clarity and resilience. You set the pace, and I'll meet you with support and curiosity. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space where you feel understood and empowered to grow. My pronouns are he/him....

Bohao Zhang M.ED, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

As a therapist, I work closely with young adults as they navigate the challenges of college life (identity exploration, academic pressure, major life shifts etc.) drawing on proven methods suited to this stage of development. My background in university counseling informs a focused, strengths-oriented style that helps students gain direction and build confidence. My specialty areas include navigating life transitions, managing anxiety and depression, understanding self and others, and exploring ...

Griffin Halperin, MSW
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I have experience working with people facing anxiety and depression, and individuals struggling with patterns of codependency and conflict in their intimate relationships. I have also worked with people who feel disconnected from their bodies, their creativity, and their sexuality. I have helped people navigating difficult life transitions, as well as those surviving trauma and loss. In my practice, I am sensitive to how marginalization and stigma impact mental health, as well as the ability to ...

Julia Newbury, LCSW
Group practice
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Julia Newbury, LCSW has been working in the Mental Health field for 10+ years. She began her clinical work with children and families in rural Kentucky; once she returned to Illinois, Julia moved into Private Practice. Julia has additional certifications in Anxiety, Intuitive Eating and extensive experience working with children, teens and adults. Julia began NCC with the belief that everyone deserves a chance to heal; a chance to speak their truth, wrestle with their past and ultimately move fo...

Ganime Nazif
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Ganime Nazif, LCSW, CADC, is dedicated to helping individuals and families in Illinois navigate life's challenges with compassionate, expert care. At LifeStance Health, she offers a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their concerns, develop coping strategies, and work toward their personal goals. Ganime specializes in treating conditions such as alcohol and drug use, PTSD/trauma, and depression, providing evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's unique needs....

Tori Cherry, LCSW, CEDS-C
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I offer treatment for formally diagnosed eating disorders, such as anorexia, bulimia, ARFID, and binge eating disorder, as well as support for anyone with a challenging relationship to food or body image concerns. Additionally, I love supporting individuals with anxiety, helping them to live more and worry less. My approach is deeply relational, fostering a space where clients can feel seen, valued, and understood....

Sarah Sanders, PsyD
Psychologist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Dr. Sarah Sanders is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life transition issues. Dr. Sanders individualizes her treatment approach to the specific needs of each client, often combining dynamic-relational, cognitive-dialectical-behavioral, and systemic-cultural approaches. Her priority is helping you work through your concerns and make changes in your life in a way that feels effective, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. Dr. Sanders comple...

Michael Spencer
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I work with LGBTQIA+ students and others navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, and immigration/refugee issues, using strength-based, client-centered, psychodynamic, and insight-oriented therapy. I meet you where you are, and your identity, history, and values all matter here. Our work aims to help you gain clarity, heal what's holding you back, and build tools to move forward. My goal is to offer an empathetic, safe space where you feel seen, affirmed, and empowered to grow. My pronouns are...

Erika Bielenstein
Licensed Professional Counselor
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I help LGBTQIA+ students explore identity, gender, and sexuality while supporting challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is client-centered, culturally sensitive, and grounded in relational, feminist, and mindfulness-based practices. I believe your culture and identity are central to your healing journey. Together, we'll build a safe, affirming space where you feel seen and empowered to grow. My pronouns are she/her....

Hattie Stein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Hattie Stein is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. She obtained her Master's degree in Social Work from Jane Addams College of Social Work, and also holds a Bachelor's of Arts from DePaul University. Hattie offers a warm, compassionate, and tailored approach to working with clients and utilizes a combination of dialogue, psychoeducation, and evidence-based practices. Through gentle challenging, Hattie helps clients see beyond rigid thoughts, patterns, and beliefs and support them thr...

Keena Bradley
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I support LGBTQIA+ students navigating identity concerns around gender, race, and sexuality, as well as anxiety, bipolar challenges, and relationship struggles. My approach is solution-focused and strength-based, integrating Gottman, DBT, and family systems work. As a queer woman of color, I value creating inclusive spaces that affirm all identities. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself with courage and purpose. My pronouns are she/her....

Eleni Marsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Oak Park, IL
Accepting new clients

I support LGBTQIA+ students experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and body-image or health concerns, using ACT, DBT, EMDR, and solution-focused therapy. I believe the therapeutic relationship is central, creating a safe, collaborative space to explore new ways of thinking and coping. With over 20 years of experience, I've worked with students facing grief, abuse, postpartum challenges, and complex mental health struggles. My goal is to help you buil...

Annabel Punsalan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Annabel Punsalan is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois who has been practicing since 2018. Annabel is very compassionate, caring, understanding, non-judgmental, detail oriented, and a well-rounded provider. Her goal is to provide the highest quality of care for every patient encounter. Outside of work, Annabel enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, watching, traveling, and eating out. She is passionate about people who need attention and support in their m...

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