Kristin Kazyaka, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Chicago, Illinois

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Professions: Psychotherapist, Clinical Psychologist, Sex Therapist

Languages: English

My Approach to Therapy

You might be here because something feels heavy—trauma that lingers in the body, shame tied to sex or identity, or the quiet exhaustion of moving through a world that wasn’t built with you in mind. You may not know exactly what you need yet, only that you want to feel more grounded, more connected, more yourself. I work with queer and trans adults, including neurodivergent individuals and trauma survivors, who are navigating complex histories and seeking real, lasting change. Whether you’re untangling the effects of chronic stress, working through body-based trauma, or reimagining what safety and connection can feel like, our work will center your lived experience with care and respect. Using somatic therapy, parts work, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and polyvagal-informed tools, I help you build safety, restore self-trust, and move toward a more rooted and connected life. This work is not about “fixing” you—it’s about helping you come home to yourself. When you’re ready, I’ll be here.

Supervision Details

Supervision Specialties

Abortion / Post Abortion Issues, Abuse / Abuse Survivor Issues, Addictions and Compulsions, Adjusting to Change / Life Transitions, Aggression and Violence, Anger, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Autism Spectrum, Batterer Intervention, Bipolar, Body Image, Borderline, Breakup, Bullying, Chronic Illness / Disability, Chronic Pain, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Depression, Developmental Conditions (Autism, Aspergers, etc.), Disability, Dissociation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emotional Abuse, Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Overwhelm, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fertility Issues, Gender Dysphoria, Grief, Loss, and Bereavement, Helplessness / Victimhood, HIV / AIDS, Identity Issues, Inattention, Impulsivity, and Hyperactivity (ADHD), Jealousy, LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) Issues, Mood Swings / Mood Disturbance, Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions and Compulsions (OCD), Panic, Phobias, Physical Abuse, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Post Partum Depression, Posttraumatic Stress / Trauma, Prejudice / Discrimination, Racism, Rejection, Self-Actualization, Self-Care, Self-Compassion, Self-Confidence, Self-Criticism, Self-Doubt, Self-Esteem, Self-Harm, Self-Love, Sensitivity to Criticism, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault / Abuse, Sexuality / Sex Therapy, Shame, Social Anxiety / Phobia, Somatization, Stress, Suicidal Ideation and Behavior, Worry, Worthlessness

Focused Modalities

Had a Negative Therapy Experience?

If you've had a painful therapy experience?especially one that ignored or harmed your identity?you?re not alone. Many queer, trans, neurodivergent, and trauma-impacted people have been dismissed, pathologized, or made to shrink themselves in spaces that were meant to offer care. In our work, your full self is welcome. Your safety, agency, and lived experience come first.

Why Going to Therapy Does Not Mean You are Weak or Flawed

Going to therapy is often misunderstood as a sign of weakness, especially for those of us in marginalized bodies. But the truth is that seeking support takes strength. It means refusing to carry pain alone and choosing to invest in your well-being. There is nothing flawed about asking for help. It?s a powerful, courageous step toward change.

Expertise & Specialties

Age Groups I Work With

TeensAdultsElders

Groups I Work With

Queer and trans adults; non-binary and gender-expansive individuals; LGBTQIA+ communities; trauma survivors; neurodivergent adults; highly sensitive people; survivors of religious trauma, childhood trauma, and relationship or family-based trauma; survivors or domestic, emotional, and sexual abuse; posttraumatic stress (PTSD) and complex PTSD; people navigating identity, shame, grief, body image, and dissociation.

Therapy Services & Specialties

ADHD TestingClinical SupervisionIndividual Therapy & Counseling Marriage, Couples, or Relationship CounselingPsychological EvaluationTelehealth

Concerns & Challenges Addressed

Abortion / Post Abortion IssuesAbuse / Abuse Survivor IssuesAdjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAnxietyAttachment IssuesAutism SpectrumBatterer InterventionBody Image

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Body-Mind PsychotherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Processing TherapyCulturally Sensitive TherapyDialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)Emotionally Focused TherapyExposure Therapy

Industries & Communities

Entertainment IndustryFirst Responder/Medical ProfessionalsEducationSelf-Employed and Freelance ProfessionalsLGBTQ+BIPOCUnion First