Derek completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, and is a graduate of the Masters in Counseling program at Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Before joining Progressive Psychological Healthcare, Derek worked in a variety of clinical settings including an outpatient private practice, residential group home for teenagers, IOP/PHP programs and a community mental health center. He also has significant experience working for an Employee Assistanc...
There are so many reasons to engage in art therapy and counseling services. You may feel highly rewarded yet emotionally exhausted from your work. You may find that living with your emotions while protecting those around you leaves you feeling disconnected and isolated. You may be a student and completely overwhelmed by the demands of the virtual classroom, social distancing, work and finances. You may have a traumatic history that continues to dictate how you engage with others. You know y...
Therapy is a deeply personal process and relationship: whatever your reason for seeking support, you deserve to find a therapist who fits. Current times are marked by constant change, challenges, and opportunities. Through understanding and validation, I strive to create an accepting environment for my clients while providing the skills needed to achieve meaningful change. I believe in evidenced-based and collaborative work cultivated by a trusting therapeutic relationship. I specialize in the...
Welcome! College can feel like a time when you’re supposed to have it all figured out—but instead, you might find yourself stuck in roles and expectations that don’t feel like yours. Maybe you’re always putting others first, avoiding conflict, and trying to live up to family or cultural standards. But lately, that pressure feels overwhelming, and you’re starting to wonder: What do I actually want? If you’ve been struggling with setting boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, identity confusion,...
We are a practice located in downtown Chicago, offering both in-person and virtual sessions. Our therapists can help with many of the challenges of college-life: managing expectations from others and your own, navigating complicated relationships, dealing with feelings of insecurity and self-doubt, understanding and managing feelings of anxiety and depression, processing overwhelming or traumatic experiences, or adjusting to a new chapter in your life. We believe that psychological, emotional...
You might be feeling distress, restlessness, or unease. You might be wondering what’s driving your interactions with others, questioning where certain emotions or motivations stem from. You might be feeling a lack of purpose, anxiety, a pressure to perform, or that you are not living your life as authentically as you once did. You may have even had a moment of, “Well, how did I get here?” If this is you, I may be able to help. I have experience working with people struggling with anxiety, d...
Struggling with stress, anxiety, or balancing college life? At Integrative Family Counseling and Psychology, we offer compassionate, personalized mental health counseling designed to support students like you. Our experienced team is here to help you navigate challenges, build resilience, and thrive—both on campus and beyond. Reach out today for a safe, judgment-free space to start feeling better....
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Samantha Parker completed her Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. She received her bachelors in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago and her Masters in Gerontology from Concordia University River Forest. Samantha has experience working with individuals dealing with numerous psychological illnesses. She has spent the last twenty-two years working at Catholic Charities Older Adult Services in Chicago. She has done case management and her most recent pos...
I'm Liam, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in downtown Chicago where I offer individual therapy appointments. I primarily use the methods of Strengths Based, Client-Driven, and Person-Centered talk therapy. That basically boils down to me believing that you know yourself best and my role is to help you find a path forward. Everybody's life is wildly different; I can assist you in your decision and achievement of treatment goals that ring truest to you, even if that goal is just having someone ...
I graduated from Benedictine University with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology. I then went on to become a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and also obtained my Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor certification (CADC). My theoretical training has been in Client Centered theory and I have also received specialized training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). In addition to being traditionally trained, I also incorporate a holistic, integrative approach toward psychotherapy which inc...
If you’re tired of keeping up a facade that everything’s fine but secretly feeling like you're missing out on life, you're in the right place. I work with young adults whose struggles with food, body image, and self-esteem hold them back from fully enjoying their college life. You may feel ambivalent about reaching out, or wonder if you are really sick enough – I’m here to see you and hear you, and help you get to a place of lasting recovery. My clients tend to feel less anxious, more happy, and...
You find yourself stuck in cycles of overhwelm and numbness. Your anxiety is increasing. You've experienced loss or trauma. Maybe you spend hours scrolling, avoiding painful emotions. You crave a life of connection - whether that is with yourself, others, or the world around you. Who I am: I am an experienced mental health therapist with a master’s degree from the University of Chicago. I have a passion for helping people overcome anxiety, navigate life transitions, heal from trauma, and bu...
Dr. Michelle Okolita completed her Doctorate in clinical psychology at Illinois School of Professional Psychology at National Louis University. She completed her internship at South Campus Therapeutic Day School in Palatine, IL. She has extensive training providing evidence-based therapy and conducting psychological evaluations with children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Okolita’s clinical interests include depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, identity, relationships, an...
Hello and Welcome to Skylark Behavioral Health. We are pleased you are visiting us. If you are looking for a mental health provider– or, perhaps, looking to switch from the provider you are currently seeing– the chances are good that you have been asking yourself some difficult questions. For example, you may be asking yourself: What sort of treatment will work best for me— medications, talk therapy, or both? Are there different types of talk therapy? Which type is right for me? How ri...
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, nonjudgemental, warm, and collaborative space to help you navigate and process life's challenges. My clinical interests include working with individuals impacted by sexual assault. I work with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, poor self-esteem/worth/image, domestic violence, and other trauma- and stressor- related disorders. My background includes working with children and teens in the foster c...
Asha’s passion for counseling stems from her personal journey with depression and anxiety as a teenager. Through therapy, she discovered the power of self-care, self-awareness, and accountability in creating a healthier, more fulfilling life. Asha believes that real growth happens through a strong therapeutic relationship and a client’s willingness to challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She focuses on building daily coping skills, embracing vulnerabilities, and strengthening confidenc...
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....
Jordan Hammes is a dedicated mental health counselor with experience working in outpatient behavioral health, inpatient rehabilitation, and community practice settings. He specializes in identity development, relational concerns, career transitions, and substance use treatment. Jordan takes an integrative and client-centered approach, drawing from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Gestalt therapy, and existential-humanistic theory. He focuses on fostering self-awareness, personal responsibi...
Paige Salomone is a therapist at Rooted Hope Counseling who specializes in working with young adult women. While serving as a social work professor and then counseling students at a small Christian university, she quickly discovered her passion for helping young adult women navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, struggles with understanding their immense value and the transition to adulthood. Many young women experience uncertainty as they are exploring who they have been, who they are, ...