Online therapy in Illinois

“My aim is to help people identify and change troubling thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, so they can feel and function better. Together, we can work through a variety of challenges that life throws at us, such as emotional overload and stress; conditions like anxiety, depression, and trauma; insomnia; nightmares; chronic pain; grief and loss; life transitions; relationship issues; and isolation and loneliness.”

“Dr. Vahlsing is experienced in treating children, adolescents, and adults. She has specialized interests in treating all types of anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, grief issues, college stress, trauma, and developmental concerns.”

“I work with preteens, teens, adults, and seniors navigating a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and life challenges. My clients often seek support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, and major life transitions, as well as issues related to self-esteem, identity, grief, and adjustment. I also work with individuals managing more complex concerns such as trauma, OCD, ADHD, eating disorders, and chronic health or pain conditions. Many of my clients are looking to better understand themselves, improve coping skills, and make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space and tailor treatment to each individual, helping clients build on their strengths, improve decision-making, and develop practical strategies to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.”

“I work with thoughtful, self-aware adults who look like they have it together, butttt internally feel anxious, burned out, or disconnected from themselves. Many of my clients are high-functioning and capable, yet caught in overthinking, self-doubt, or patterns that no longer fit who they’re becoming. You might find yourself constantly in your head, questioning your decisions, or feeling like you “should” be fine, but aren’t. I support people navigating life transitions, identity shifts, and relationship patterns they’re ready to understand and change at a deeper level. My clients are curious, reflective, and willing to be honest with themselves; not looking for quick fixes, but for clarity, alignment, and meaningful change that lasts.”

“I enjoy working with adults 25+ who struggle with feelings of isolation and being different from those around them due to learning disabilities, neurodivergent communication styles, or simply because they are introverted, sensitive, and quiet. My work focuses on relational trauma repair and social anxiety via group therapy using sociometrics, role play, and theater games and improv techniques. I also offer cooking therapy for individuals and couples.”

“Many of the people I work with are capable adults who look like they have everything together but feel anxious, overwhelmed, or exhausted behind the scenes. They often know what they "should" be doing, but still find themselves stuck in the same patterns. I also work with teens, college students, and parents navigating anxiety, perfectionism, stress, and life's many transitions. My style is warm, direct, and practical. Therapy with me is a conversation, not a lecture. I'll ask questions, notice patterns, and offer honest feedback while helping you develop tools that fit your life. You don't have to have everything figured out before you start. Most people don't. We'll work together to understand what's getting in your way and help you move toward lasting, meaningful change.”

“You’ve been trained to stay composed, act fast, and keep going no matter what you see. The calls come and go, but the images from the job aren’t filed away so easily. They make you irritable at home, distant in relationships, and constantly on edge – even when nothing is happening. Sleep is restless, patience is thin, and your body reacts before your mind catches up. People don’t know what it’s like to carry so much responsibility. Asking for help can feel like weakness or risk, but let’s face it: Pushing through isn’t working anymore. What you want is relief, control, and a way to feel steady without staying on constant alert.”

“I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and the founder of SLM Counseling, a hybrid therapy practice based in Chicago. I work with adults across Illinois who are high functioning navigating anxiety, childhood and family trauma, and survivors of abuse.”

“I’m Kristin, a psychotherapist, yoga teacher, and founder of Padera Therapy and Wellness. I believe therapy works best when it honors your full humanity: your quirks, your wisdom, your messiness, and everything in between. I specialize in working with late-diagnosed neurodivergent female-identified, trans, and non-binary folx. I love working with parents, caretakers, trauma survivors, and those deconstructing from religious or spiritual trauma. As a sex therapist in training, I also love helping female identified/trans/non-binary clients reconnect with their bodies, pleasure, and sexuality, especially after pain, trauma, or years of self-neglect. I work primarily with trauma survivors and neurodivergent women/female identified clients who are navigating depression, life transitions, burnout, perinatal mental health or identity shifts. I’m especially passionate about supporting parents, caretakers, perfectionists, and folks deconstructing from rigid or harmful belief systems.”

“I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and trauma. I also help clients address concerns related to self-esteem, grief, family conflict, OCD, and stress.”

“I specialize in adolescent and adult survivors of abuse and trauma. This includes childhood abuse, sexual abuse/assault, complex PTSD, and medical trauma. Another specialty of mine is chronic pain and illness, including syndromes that are difficult to diagnose and treat. I also particularly enjoy working with folks in the LGBTQ+ community.”

“I provide counseling and therapy services to children and teens ages (9-14 y/o), adults, and parents. We all develop unhelpful patterns that often hold us back and can harm us instead of helping us. When this happens it’s helpful to have someone we can talk to who listens and supports us without judgment.”