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Therapists for college students near Chicago, IL

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Trevor Pontillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL

As a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), I am committed to helping adolescents and young adults navigate the challenges and transitions of life. My practice is built on a foundation of client-centered therapy, with a focus on empowering my clients to achieve their full potential and emotional well-being. I have spent 8 years in the mental health field, and during this time, I have had the privilege o...

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Astute Counseling and Wellness Center
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL

Astute Counseling and Wellness Center offers a holistic approach to therapy. Astute Counseling Services offers targeted psychotherapy methods and research-based cognitive behavioral therapy to guide individuals, couples, and families on a self-discovery journey to feeling better and learning effective ways of coping with diverse situations. Head clinician and owner of the practice, Rebecca E. Tenzer M.A.T., M.A., L.C.S.W., CCTP, CGCS uses her more than 16 years of education and therapeutic exper...

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Grace Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL

I specialize in treating young adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, low self-esteem, and OCD. I tailor my approach to each client’s unique needs, utilizing evidence based practices such as CBT, ACT, and ERP....

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Psychotherapy Associates of Chicago
Group practice
Chicago, IL

Psychotherapy Associates of Chicago serves a diverse clientele of individuals, couples and families in a quiet, comfortable therapy space. Since opening in 2001, our dedicated and highly experienced group of therapists has become some of the most frequently referred in Chicago. Let us help you navigate the inevitable ups and downs in life....

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Caterina Frollano, MA, LPC
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL

Caterina Frollano, LPC, specializes in the treatment of adults and adolescents with mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, trauma, women's health, multicultural identity development, and transitional stress. She uses an integrative approach to treatment and is skilled in various methods of intervention including DBT, CBT, dynamic, and multiculturally informed care. Additionally, she has advanced training in prenatal and postpartum care as well as parenting coaching. Caterina has provid...

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Cityscape counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL

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Ali King, LCPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Chicago, IL

Ali King, LCPC, earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. She went on to work as a behavioral therapist for children with Autism at the Minnesota Autism Center before moving to Chicago and earning her master’s degree in Community Counseling from DePaul University. After graduate school, Ali worked as a therapist at Insight Behavioral Health Center’s residential facility for people struggling with eating disorders, as well as mood disorders. Sh...

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Gabrielle Fischer-Benitez
Art Therapist
Chicago, IL

Gabi is a board-certified, licensed clinical counselor and a Registered Art Therapist. She holds a masters degree in Counseling & Art Therapy from Adler University. Rooted in a passion for fostering community, connection, understanding, and belonging, Gabi is committed to guiding clients through their unique journeys, holding space for their truths and experiences. Through a blend of talk therapy, art therapy, mindfulness, body-centric work, and play, she fosters trust and belonging. Her art the...

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Ellie Schendzielos
Group practice
Chicago, IL

Ellie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes healing begins within safe, trusting relationships. She works to create a warm and nonjudgmental space where individuals feel seen, heard, and understood. Her work is informed by psychodynamic and attachment theories, and an understanding of nervous system regulation. She is attentive to how early relationships and life experiences shape emotional patterns, self-perception, and how we relate to others. Ellie also helps clients recognize ...

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Lillian Gecker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL

I have worked with college students and young adults since 2017 providing outpatient counseling in settings such as a college counseling center, nonprofit agency, and private practice. I work with goals such as building healthier relationships, including managing difficult family dynamics, developing independence from family, exploring dating or building healthy romantic relationships, or navigating friendships and relationships with people they see at school and work. In addition, many of my cl...

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Jacquelyn Singer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL

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HumanKind Psychological Services
Group practice
Chicago, IL

At HumanKind Psych we specialize in anxiety and eating concerns, but we also work with a variety of different struggles, from mood and panic to relationship difficulties, addiction, and trauma. We are passionate about helping high-achieving young adults let go of perfectionistic tendencies, treat themselves with more compassion, and stop being so hard on themselves. We also offer ADHD evaluations. We are not here to tell you what to do-- we believe YOU are the expert on yourself and we will h...

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Mandy Zhang
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL

I am passionate about working with college-aged clients to address issues such as adjustment difficulty, emotional regulation, self-esteem issues, cultural conflict, stress management, and life transitions. As an Asian therapist practicing in the U.S., I have extensive experience working with different generations of immigrants, multicultural individuals, and others in marginalized communities. Moreover, as a person who came through the path of being an international student separating from my f...

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Ashley McTaggart, RDN, LDN
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL

Ashley (Evans) McTaggart is a Registered Dietitian and a alumna of Northern Illinois University. With over six years of experience in the eating disorder field, Ashley is deeply passionate about supporting individuals in their recovery journey. She began her nutrition career at a residential eating disorder facility in downtown Chicago and later expanded her expertise through roles in Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) levels of care. Ashley’s nutrition ...

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Faduma Sheikh-Abdi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL

Welcome! I'm the founder of Internal Authenticity LLC, a space dedicated to self-discovery, healing, and growth. As a Clinical Licensed Counselor, I’m passionate about helping individuals embrace their true selves, navigate life’s challenges, and cultivate meaningful connections. Whether you’re here to explore, reflect, or begin your journey toward authenticity, I’m honored to walk alongside you. I invite you to take a look around and see how Internal Authenticity can support you on your path...

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Exposure Therapy Chicago
Psychologist
Chicago, IL

Do you have a sticky mind, and struggle with unwanted and intrusive thoughts, worries or memories? I can help you learn to be at peace with these uncontrollable experiences and move towards a life of meaning. I specialize in working with clients who talk about repeated urges, looping or spiraling anxieties and memories of stressful or traumatic events that will not go away. Similarly, many of my clients also talk about rigid ways of thinking, including high expectations of themselves and others ...

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