Find a Therapist in Aurora, IL

I have a direct approach to helping people find more peace in their lives. No matter the diagnosis or issue, I tailor my practice to meet you where you are, in each moment.

All of us have the potential to support one another. At times it is helpful to find support outside of our family or friends. Everyone is unique and has their own reasons for seeking counseling. You are taking a courageous step to find what you need. I respect every client's values, culture, and life context. Anxiety, depression, grief and loss are heartbreakingly difficult. Counseling is a process, which builds on your strengths and your ability to change and which can empower you to connect with what is important to you, within yourself and outwardly with others. Remember that you are not alone. Take heart. Reach out.

While each and every person coming to therapy has their own unique needs and seeks different outcomes from the counseling process, my style of therapy challenges the client to think critically, be mindful, and increase self-awareness in order to affect positive change and realize true power. At Taking Charge, I create a trusting and secure environment for self-discovery and personal growth. I believe each step we take shows us new beginnings. You have taken the first step, and I welcome you as you take another.

We shall not cease from exploration And the end of all our exploring Will be to arrive where we started And know the place for the first time T.S. Eliot I believe that self-knowledge brings self-compassion. We are often our own worst critic and that internal critic can be a barrier to a stronger, more positive sense of one’s self. Understanding how you developed your own view of yourself and of the world is an important lifelong journey. Developing a coherent narrative, Identifying your personal patterns in relationships and how they often get repeated, exploring how your negative thoughts can impact your responses, and understanding enactments from the past within your relationships and how these may get triggered in present day life are important avenues to real change in your life. Gently exploring these aspects of the self within a collaborative relationship with a therapist in a warm, safe, nurturing, and empowering environment can move you toward a greater sense of self -acceptance and self-connection. Achieving these goals can lead to more authentic, connected relationships with others-which as human beings is what we all ultimately seek. Making the decision to enter therapy is one of the most difficult aspects of this journey. Taking this first step is often made in the context of a life crisis, dissatisfaction and chronic difficulties within important relationships, struggles with a life transition or developmental phase, depression, anxiety, and coping mechanisms that lead to self-sabotaging patterns. Difficulties in school, work, career choices or other important roles in life, dealing with aging parents, medical illness, and parenting concerns are some of the other life experiences that can also lead to considering seeking therapy. Often we struggle with these issues alone; fearful of vulnerability or shame or a lifelong pattern of doing things on your own and having a deep rooted struggle with asking for help. You are not alone.

For 23 years I served Northwestern University undergraduate and graduate students in the University Counseling Center initially as Staff psychologist and liaison to the Department of Athletics and then as Director of Clinical Services. In addition, I co-instruct a for credit course at Northwestern titled Emotional Intelligence 101: Managing Yourself and Maximizing Your Potential. The course material mirrors the work we do in therapy. We seek healthy stress management, self-perception, self-expression, interpersonal effectiveness, and decision makingconflict management using the themes of intentional attention, accurate awareness, and healthy connection. We direct these themes toward the present moment, ourselves, and others. I believe when we own and intentionally direct our attention and feel in alignment with who we want to be, then we are healthier and enjoy more connected to the happiness within us. Through all the complexity in the world and in our lives, what we most want tends to be simple: Love and Work. That is, we want to feel connected to the people we care about and we want to feel productive in the world, whether that is making money, performing athletically, achieving academically, or pursuing the hobbies we enjoy.

I’m proud to live at the intersection of queer, transgender, Filipinx, and polyamorous experiences. As your therapist, I build on our overlapping or shared experiences as much as I welcome people from all walks of life. I facilitate a space for LGBTQ+, gender-expansive, neurodivergent, and consensually non-monogamous folks exploring their identities, emotion management, difficulties in interpersonal dynamics, and being an agent of change. I am excited to work with people of all genders, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and somatic perspectives to offer interventions that lead to insights and improve quality of life with a deepened connection to your senses. I encourage new and existing behaviors that help you be your personal best. Your story is yours to write, and I am looking forward to working with you on your next chapter.

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 to talk with. Wanting a better quality of life and seeking support in that is totally normal. Frankly, reaching out for help in and of itself is terrifying; let alone help from a stranger on the internet. If you are struggling I would be glad to hear from you. To avoid phone tag I am most accessible via e-mail to set up a time for us to talk and see if you'd like to come in for a session.

Are you stressed? Anxious? Depressed? Are you suffering from headaches? Pain? Insomnia? Infertility? Cancer? Fatigue? I can help. I am a clinical health psychologist with a specialty in behavioral medicine. I am dedicated to empowering patients to positively heal their mind, body, and spirit. I have received specialized training in mind body interventions across the country including Harvard medical school. I aim to employ innovative practices to improve the lives of my patients. I help tap into my patients hidden potential and healing abilities which reside within each individual to heal the past, gain balance and perspective in life and in relationships, and healthy body from physical symptoms.

You’ve worked hard and invested a lot to get where you are, but it feels like something’s missing. From the outside it might look like you have it all together, but on the inside you're anxious, exhausted, or overwhelmed. You may worry that you’ve lost your drive. Or, the goals you once thought mattered don’t mean as much anymore. If you’re feeling stressed out, burned out, or unhappy with the life you’ve built, I’m here to help. I’m passionate about helping you tap into your wisdom and rediscover your deepest authenticity and joy. I specialize in helping women+ professionals who struggle with anxiety or depression, or who may be challenged by stressburnout, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, or work and career concerns. With compassion, deep listening, and humor, I offer opportunities to discover what you truly want and need, and work with you to acquire the tools to make it happen. If you’re ready to start living your life with more balance, peace, and purpose, reach out now to schedule a free 15-minute telephone consultation. I offer online sessions for women+ who are located anywhere in Illinois or Wisconsin.

With 13 years of experience in the mental health field, I am a fully licensed therapist dedicated to helping individuals create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. My journey as a therapist has allowed me to work with a diverse range of clients and challenges, from anxiety and depression to trauma, life transitions, and personal growth. I believe in meeting each person where they are, providing a warm, nonjudgmental space to explore their unique story and goals. My approach is rooted in evidence-based methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing, while also drawing from my background in mindfulness and positive psychology. I specialize in helping clients reframe negative thought patterns, build resilience, and develop practical tools to manage life’s stressors. As a certified specialist working with youth and adults, I tailor my methods to fit your individual needs, ensuring that therapy is a collaborative and empowering process. Beyond my clinical work, I have built a community of over 500,000 followers on YouTube, where I share guided meditations and insights on psychology, personal growth, and mental wellness. This experience has deepened my commitment to making mental health resources accessible and relatable, blending practical therapeutic techniques with mindfulness and positive psychology.

I help individuals who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, and disordered eating find freedom, clarity, and connection. Whether you're overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, constantly battling food rules, or disconnected from your body and values, you are not alone. Together, we can help you build a life driven by what truly matters to you, not fear, shame, or control. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, stuck in perfectionism, or exhausted from years of food and body shame, therapy can help you create space for a fuller, more meaningful life. I approach therapy with the same non judgmental acceptance and compassion I want you to give yourself. In therapy you will learn to notice unhelpful thoughts, build a kinder relationship with your mind and body, and reconnect with your purpose beyond anxiety, worry, or food. I also incorporate mindfulness and self-compassion to support sustainable growth. If you’re ready to stop struggling with your mind and start living, I’d love to work with you. Let’s help you turn down the volume on anxiety and step away from the mindfoodbody battle, so you can return to yourself. Reach out for a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.

I offer therapy that helps you move forward. Whatever the frustration or challenge, we will work together to uncover the patterns shaping how you feel and relate, and find ways to shift how they shape your life now. My evidence-based approach draws upon years of training to help you identify the dynamics within yourself you may be unaware of, which quietly influence your daily life, and to awaken a fuller range of your psychological resources. This improves your ability to heal, grow through the challenges you face, and experience deeper, more meaningful connections with yourself, your relationships, and the world around you. I am a supervising therapist with 22 years of experience. Currently, I am completing advanced training at the C.G. Jung Institute of Chicago, one of the few institutes in the U.S. accredited by the American Board for Accreditation in Psychoanalysis (ABAP), the gold standard of therapy education. Coming from Mexican-American heritage, I understand how the many layers of our background weave into our inner lives now. For me, therapy is a deeply meaningful journey of becoming more attuned to these layers—engaging with the complexity and mystery of who we are in order to address life’s practical problems, and open the door to new possibilities. One of my favorite quotes is from Joseph Campbell: “We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us.” I work at Archive, a company dedicated to raising standards in therapy. We bring together rigorously trained professionals and provide therapy that is thoughtful, structured, and focused on lasting impact. Based on the idea that ‘you can only help someone as far as you have gone yourself,’ my colleagues and I seek to be on our own journey of growth, learning from great psychologists and great literature to bring perspective to our clients. At Archive, we believe that therapy is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in yourself.