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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Chicago, IL
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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Chicago, IL
Trauma-focused care in Chicago meets you where you are—virtually or in person. Headway's 2,127 providers specialize in trauma processing techniques like Written Exposure Therapy and Relaxation Training, helping you work through self-blame, isolation, and acute stress with personalized, compassionate support.
“My goal is for my clients to feel heard and respected, and to help them find the way to feel better.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Suzanne's approach to psychiatric care is rooted in collaboration, empowerment, and evidence-based interventions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I take a collaborative approach with each client whether you are processing your emotions through talk therapy or participating in exposure therapy...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I truly believe that with support and understanding, you have the ability and resilience to achieve your goals of wellness and health.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
With my background in art, bodywork, and spirituality, I am able to work holistically, and to faciliate mind/body/spirit wellness. I enjoy working with clients of all faiths, ethnicities, genders, and sexual preferences. Artists, introverts, and introspective people will find me especially understanding and perceptive.
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am a nontraditional therapist. I don't just sit back and listen to you talk. I challenge your heart and soul to help you achieve your personal goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe in a person-centered approach. Together, we can explore life's obstacles without judgment, learn new ways to balance the inner self and create a more harmonious relationship with the world around us.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My work with clients is relational, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, with a strong emphasis on emotional safety, regulation, and practical skill-building.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I'm committed to creating a space where clients, especially Black men, boys, and families, feel seen, supported, and understood without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to help folks increase tolerance for peace and calm. My goal is to reduce denial, increase self-awareness and aid you in being able to self-differentiate.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am a solution focused therapist with 39 years of experience. My therapy style is cognitive, interactive, compassionate, and, if need be, challenging. I believe effective therapy should produce change, not just insight. I will listen to you deeply, help conceptualize the problems, patterns, and dynamics which are causing you trouble, and give you feedback. Together, we will develop a strategy for more effective functioning and a better quality of life. therapy.
I do not do phone consultations.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“The day to day world is field work and what we do during our session is work and revise new strategies to use during field work.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
“I would describe my style as warm and supportive, and I am ready to help you tackle your struggle head-on.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I am an unapologetic "brain nerd" and our sessions will likely end up delving into some aspects of neurobiology.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I believe that the most important factor in successful therapy is the client-therapist relationship, and I utilize a relational approach based on authenticity, humor, and warmth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal from our very first conversation is to make sure you feel safe, respected, and genuinely heard.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with adults and couples who have experienced complex PTSD, developmental trauma, systemic trauma, racial trauma, grief/loss, depression, anxiety and relationship struggles.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of clinical experience. I am passionate about helping others overcome the anxiety, depression, and trauma that impact their lives. I've worked in education, government, and hospital settings, and I am a former U.S. Marine. I bring depth, knowledge and experience to each session and use them to help promote and support healing for my clients.
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Helping people overcome the challenges of difficult emotions like guilt, shame, or any of life's stressors, starts with reconnecting them to their inherent worth.”
PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My style is emotionally focused, which means therapy can feel both challenging and deeply transformative.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I've been there, too. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to share your struggles and to work together on finding ways to move forward.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Mental health is just as vital as physical health, and you deserve care that treats the whole person—not just the symptoms.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I provide compassionate, patient-centered care, tailoring evidence-based treatments to each individual's unique needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Seeing my clients go from feeling hopeless and disorganized to feeling well rested and ready to tackle their day is what drives me forward.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Struggles can keep you on edge, but it's possible to find calm again—and we can work toward your goals with care, respect, and a little bit of humor along the way.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm a master's degreed licensed clinical professional provider with 25 + years of experience and training.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I help clients heal from old wounds, strengthen their relationships, and reconnect with their authentic selves.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I'm a neurospicy human myself which means I understand firsthand that brains don't always work the way they're "supposed" to.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I approach your care with respect and dignity. We work together to find the best way to help your symptoms.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, wisdom and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“Laila's clinical approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected to enact change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I am attuned to the impact of trauma and injustice. I hold compassionate space for those who have been marginalized.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I've spent over 16 years helping people work through anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life changes, and I focus on helping you understand what's keeping you stuck and how to start making changes.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“As a Hispanic provider, I am driven and motivated to work within the context of my clients' ethnic backgrounds as they align with their treatment goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My style is real, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that meaningful change happens when you feel safe enough to be honest — even about the messy parts.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“My focus is on creating a positive life perspective by addressing negative responses to mental health functioning.”
PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
“I believe that healing requires a holistic, grounded approach. My practice is deeply rooted in trauma-informed care...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe healing is about aligning mind, body, and daily life with the future you deserve and the goals you seek to achieve.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe clients who are willing to show up honestly, even when it feels uncomfortable, will get the most out of their therapy experience.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I use a number of different therapeutic modalities with clients as I assess the best approach for each individual.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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