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Donald McDevitt, MS, LCPC, is a compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding individual adults and elders through their journeys of self-discovery and emotional growth. He understands that many individuals grapple with the challenges of improving their lives and welcomes those who are ready to embrace change and creativity. Donald recognizes the mixed emotions that often accompany this transformative process and approaches it with sensitivity and respect. His treatment philosophy is grounded in establishing a trusting relationship, which he believes is essential for effective therapeutic work. With years of experience and training, he helps clients deepen their understanding of their minds and emotional development. Donald’s ultimate goal is to enhance clients' self-understanding, enabling them to foster love and engage in creative work. As a Jungian Analyst, he offers unique insights into the interpretation of dreams and their significance, while his background at the Institute for Psychoanalysis in Chicago enriches his ability to explore how past experiences shape present realities. Through trauma-focused therapy and other modalities, Donald is committed to supporting his clients on their paths to healing and personal growth.

Maria Mirza, LCSW, is a compassionate and skilled therapist dedicated to supporting adults and elders in navigating life’s challenges. With expertise in addressing anxiety, life transitions, and relationship issues, she employs a diverse range of therapeutic modalities tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Maria’s approach is rooted in mindfulness-based techniques, culturally sensitive practices, and a strength-based perspective. Utilizing methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the Gottman Method, and Emotionally Focused Therapy, she creates a safe and nurturing environment for individuals and couples. With a deep understanding of the complexities of human relationships and life changes, Maria is committed to guiding her clients toward emotional well-being and personal growth.

Cate Morrow is a queer-identified relational therapist who specializes in supporting individuals, couples, triads, and various relationship configurations of any size. Her professional goal is to guide her clients towards discovering their most radically authentic selves. With a comprehensive approach, she addresses a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship struggles, communication problems, life transitions, and sexual health concerns. Cate collaborates with her clients to create a safe and welcoming space for exploring their anxieties and joys, employing cultural sensitivity, humor, and a non-judgmental approach. She has a keen focus on working within the LGBTQ+ community and the consensual non-monogamy (CNM) community, and is affirming towards kink and BDSM practices. Her sex-positive attitude allows clients to discuss sexual topics comfortably in sessions, regardless of the primary focus of their therapy. Recognizing that individuals are influenced by their relationships within a larger system, she believes that everyone contains the strengths and capabilities necessary to solve their own challenges, often just requiring an outside perspective to help unlock their potential.

Fadumo Omar is a licensed clinical professional counselor with over 8 years of experience specializing in individual and couples therapy. She has a diverse background in working with teens and families, addressing various concerns, including mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, relational issues, life transitions, pre-marital and marital challenges, grief, immigration-related issues, ADHD, and cultural matters. Fadumo utilizes a range of therapy types, including mindfulness-based approaches, compassion-focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral techniques, ensuring that she aligns her methods with each client's unique learning style to foster healing effectively. Her practice is characterized by compassion, cultural sensitivity, and a non-judgmental atmosphere. She advocates for her clients, recognizing their strength and capacity to overcome life’s challenges. Fadumo prioritizes creating a trustworthy environment that encourages accountability while avoiding unrealistic expectations. By meeting clients where they are, she nurtures a sense of autonomy and well-being, focusing on their individual strengths. Fadumo is dedicated to guiding each client on their journey to wellness.

Olivia Onesti is a pre-licensed professional with a Master's in Social Work who understands that starting a therapy journey can be a source of anxiety and intimidation. She commends her clients for taking the vital step to prioritize their well-being. Olivia believes that presenting symptoms are adaptive and protective coping mechanisms developed over time. She recognizes that individuals are influenced by various contexts, including familial systems and systems of oppression. Her approach involves uncovering the root causes of symptoms, fostering self-awareness, and exploring clients’ past and present experiences as the foundation of the therapeutic process. Olivia is dedicated to creating a safe, collaborative, and warm environment where clients can gain insight and find meaning in their unique lived experiences. She emphasizes the importance of a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship, which she believes is crucial for fostering change and healing both within and outside of the therapy space. It is Olivia’s privilege to listen to and hold the stories of her clients—whether they are filled with pain or joy. She meets each client where they are, facilitating a comfortable pace for their journey. With a special interest in working with trauma survivors, as well as non-binary and LGBTQIA+ individuals, Olivia aims to offer support tailored to their unique circumstances.

Tiffany Perkins, a licensed clinical professional counselor, brings a wealth of experience from Chicago, Illinois, to her practice. With her clinical licenses in both Illinois and Georgia, Tiffany specializes in supporting children, adolescents, and adults through their most challenging times. Her clients often seek her guidance in navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and various life challenges, including traumatic experiences and family dynamics. Tiffany adopts a strength-based, collaborative, and trauma-sensitive approach to therapy, utilizing evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies. Her goal is to foster an open, nonjudgmental, and safe environment where individuals can work towards becoming their best selves. Tiffany is dedicated to assisting her clients in gathering the necessary ingredients to transform their lives, helping them create their unique path towards healing and growth.

Dr. Jane Qin Chen is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a PhD, dedicated to guiding individuals through the complexities of life’s challenges. Recognizing that many experience distress, pain, and isolation, she offers a supportive environment to explore these emotions and conflicts. Dr. Chen believes that therapy can illuminate the underlying issues of such difficulties, facilitating insight, self-empowerment, and emotional regulation, thereby helping clients become more adaptive in their healing journey. She specializes in psychodynamic and insight-driven therapy for a variety of emotional difficulties, including depression, anxiety, job burnout, trauma, grief, and the unique challenges faced by children of immigrants. In her pursuit of understanding life’s meaning, Dr. Chen has studied English literature in Shanghai, cognitive psychology at McGill in the 90s, and researched subjective experiences of happiness at the University of Chicago. Her passion lies in walking alongside individuals as they seek greater satisfaction and insight in their lives.

Dr. James Harris, a compassionate psychologist with a PsyD, provides psychotherapy for adults and elders (65+). His approach is both active and collaborative, focusing on understanding the reasons behind a client's visit through a developmental and non-pathologizing lens. With expertise in areas such as infidelity, men's issues, and life transitions, Dr. Harris skillfully balances individual factors and interpersonal dynamics within troubled relationships. His therapy is experiential and insight-oriented, utilizing family systems, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic models to foster greater self-awareness and suggest behavior changes. Dr. Harris also introduces experiential components that enrich the therapeutic process and taps into a network of colleagues for additional assessments when appropriate. He currently offers a hybrid format of in-person and online sessions to best support his clients.

Hannah Weiss, MA, LCPC, is a dedicated counselor who believes that choosing psychotherapy opens the door to the pursuit of awareness and authenticity. Although this journey can be challenging, many individuals experience an unparalleled sense of fulfillment. Those who decide to work with Hannah often seek to uncover the barriers that hinder them from living creatively, peacefully, and authentically. She strives to create a warm, nonjudgmental atmosphere, allowing clients to explore all dimensions of their being, including their hidden dreams and desires. This exploration can lead to significant reductions in anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and inhibition. With a sense of friendly curiosity towards each person's unique experiences, Hannah fosters a therapeutic space where clients can navigate the complexities and contradictions of being human. As a Candidate at the Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute, she welcomes individuals interested in psychoanalysis, typically engaging in 4 to 5 sessions per week in a relaxed setting. Through psychoanalytic treatment, Hannah helps clients become more aware of their unconscious mind's workings, enabling them to better understand the roots of their distress while revitalizing their inner development.

Dr. Karen Chroniak is a dedicated psychologist specializing in the therapeutic areas of depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. With a warm and respectful approach to therapy, she effectively blends her clinical expertise with a deep appreciation for each client's own wisdom, fostering a collaborative partnership that emphasizes healing and personal growth. A cornerstone of her practice is the cultivation of mindfulness—a nonjudgmental awareness that encourages individuals to live more fully and responsively. In her sessions, Dr. Chroniak creates a nurturing environment where clients feel accepted, facilitating the exploration of insights that promote clarity, effective decision-making, and self-awareness. Her integrative style draws from a variety of methodologies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Compassion-Focused approaches, ensuring a well-rounded experience for her clients. Dr. Chroniak also addresses significant life transitions and various women's health issues, including body image struggles, recovery from trauma, and the complex emotions surrounding domestic violence and grief. With her comprehensive understanding of mental health and commitment to her clients' well-being, Dr. Chroniak empowers individuals to navigate their journeys with resilience and insight.

Dr. Beverly Ransford, a licensed psychologist, understands that uncertainty about the future and the pain from past life experiences can be overwhelming and isolating for many adults. Clients may find themselves questioning their worth or feeling inadequate compared to those around them. She believes that the journey through challenges is most effective when individuals feel seen, supported, and understood. Through her compassionate and insightful approach, therapy can evolve into a transformative experience that offers relief and equips individuals with the tools necessary to lead a more balanced and fulfilling life. Dr. Ransford specializes in psychotherapy for adults and couples, focusing on issues such as anxiety, relationship distress, depression, women's health, and the intricacies of self-confidence and life transitions. By helping clients explore both current and past experiences and relationships, she facilitates a deeper understanding of their distress. Her unique combination of insight and emotional connection fosters personal growth, teaching clients how to express their needs effectively, develop skills to manage distress, and cultivate acceptance. With a special interest in aiding those grappling with low self-worth, self-blame, and self-criticism, Dr. Ransford empowers individuals to reshape their view of themselves through rewarding personal work. Establishing a relationship with a therapist, whom one can connect with, is essential, and Dr. Ransford is here to resonate with those yearning for understanding and support.

Rae Reed, a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, believes in the power of trusting relationships to foster healing. Through understanding the unique stories of her clients, including their family narratives and personal journeys, Rae guides them in utilizing their inherent strengths to create transformative new chapters in their lives. By fostering a supportive environment, she empowers clients to challenge ingrained habits and pursue the lives they've always envisioned. Specializing in psychodynamic therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and narrative therapy, Rae integrates innovative approaches and the healing potential of creativity in her practice. She values a reflective lens that encourages clients to learn from their experiences, both in and out of sessions. Rae is dedicated to collaborating with individuals, families, and couples, whether they are addressing specific challenges or seeking personal development. Her commitment to understanding and facilitating growth ensures a nurturing and insightful therapeutic journey.

Richard Reinhardt is a Pre-Licensed Professional who understands the often-painful experiences associated with symptoms that speak through the body in ways that are difficult to articulate. He believes that dreams, slips of the tongue, and everyday accidents can reveal deeper insights into the unrecognized workings within us. With a keen ear for the unconscious, Richard listens intently to the coded signs that emerge in speech, dreams, and bodily expressions, fostering a space where clients can reflect on what these signs signify in relation to their personal histories and experiences. In his practice, he provides a supportive environment for free speech, allowing clients to verbalize their thoughts without restraint. While this process can be challenging at times, it often becomes enjoyable, exciting, and ultimately transformative, illuminating desires previously unknown. Richard works with adults, adolescents, and couples navigating a broad spectrum of issues, with a specific focus on those exploring their connections to society, culture, sexuality, and religion. Many of his clients find it beneficial to engage in therapy 2-3 times per week to deepen their insight and healing journey.