GET TO KNOW YOUR THERAPIST
Maeve Kell
Maeve Kell, MSW
EVERYONE DESERVES TO TRULY FEEL HEARD, SEEN, AND UNDERSTOOD.
SPECIALTIES
ADHD & ASD (NEURODIVERSITY)
DEPRESSION
LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY
TRAUMA/PTSD
DISABILITY RIGHTS
BIPOLAR DISORDER (MOOD DISORDERS)
WHY I WANT TO BECOME A THERAPIST
I am passionate about understanding and supporting each individual as they navigate their own psyche and share their unique story. I thoroughly enjoy creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where people can discover their own strengths, build resilience and self-compassion, and develop skills they can use to live life on their own terms.
I WANT TO BECOME A THERAPIST TO HELP GUIDE PEOPLE THROUGH THE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN THEIR LIVES THAT CAN OFTEN FEEL OVERWHELMING AND SCARY.
WHEN I WORK WITH CLIENTS, I support THEM in creating meaningful change, building resilience, and navigating life’s big challenges and transitions.
When I work with clients, I incorporate THREE THINGS to create positive change:
CURIOSITY | CALMNESS | VULNERability
My therapeutic style is calm and supportive. I strive to create this environment so that clients can feel assured that, even when sharing difficult or emotionally activating memories, they remain in a safe space where they can embrace their own knowing and vulnerability with confidence and ease. I seek to understand clients through the lens of their own values.
WHO I WORK WITH
I work with children, teens, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma/ PTSD, and those who are adjusting to big life transitions. I also specialize in working with people who are a part of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, and people who have ADHD or ASD.
My area of expertise is helping those struggling with trauma to help navigate feelings of overwhelm. I also help neurodivergent individuals develop tools for both emotional and sensory regulation.
What if I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t work?
A LITTLE ABOUT ME & MY PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
- I completed my Bachelor’s in Psychology from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and my Master’s in Social Work at DePaul University.
- I am working to become a Licensed Social Worker with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
- I have completed a 27.5 hour Living Brave course by Dr. Brené Brown focusing on Vulnerability, Courage, Shame, and Empathy.
Loves THE ARTS
Enjoys a good thunderstorm
Loves oat milk lattes
DO YOU WISH YOU WERE BETTER EQUIPPED TO HANDLE CHALLENGING SITUATIONS? DO YOU WANT TO INCREASE YOUR ABILITY TO NAVIGATE LIFE’S UPS AND DOWNS?
Capable people burn out too. Often more quietly than anyone realizes.
Meet Maeve, who works with stress, emotional overwhelm, and nervous system regulation.
Maeve supports clients who feel exhausted by ongoing responsibility and pressure, helping them restore balance and find relief that feels sustainable.
Learn more about Maeve or request an appointment via the link in our bio.
Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
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Burnout doesn’t always look dramatic.
Sometimes it looks like getting everything done and still feeling like you can’t recover. Like showing up fully on the outside while running on empty underneath.
If your stress feels constant, that’s something your nervous system is asking you to notice.
👉 Link in bio to read.
Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #EmotionalOverwhelm #BurnoutRecovery
Today we’re celebrating Maeve Kell 💛
Maeve brings such a thoughtful and engaging presence to her work, helping clients explore their experiences with honesty, self-compassion, and curiosity. She has a special way of helping people better understand themselves while creating a space that feels both supportive and empowering.
Wishing you the happiest birthday, Maeve — may your year be filled with great conversations, new adventures, and plenty of moments that leave you feeling inspired and connected 🎉
Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #MentalHealth
Burnout can make you feel like you’re falling behind, not doing enough, or somehow failing at life.
But often, it’s your mind and body responding to too much for too long.
Not weakness.
Not laziness.
Just a sign that something needs care.
Therapy in Chicago
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#BurnoutRecovery #ChicagoTherapy #MentalHealthChicago
You can be doing everything right and still feel like you`re running on empty.
Meet Emma, who supports burnout, chronic stress, and boundary repair.
Emma works with clients who feel stretched thin and emotionally depleted, helping them slow down, reconnect with their limits, and rebuild a sense of internal steadiness.
Learn more about Emma or request an appointment via the link in our bio.
Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #BurnoutRecovery #TherapyInChicago
If your stress feels constant, not situational, your nervous system is trying to tell you something.
Burnout doesn`t always look dramatic. Often it shows up quietly through chronic stress, softened boundaries, and a sense that something isn`t sustainable anymore.
In our latest blog, we explore why taking your stress seriously can be a meaningful first step toward relief.
👉 Link in bio to read.
Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #EmotionalOverwhelm #BurnoutRecovery
Today we’re celebrating Summer Hyche 💛
Summer brings such an affirming and compassionate presence to her work, helping clients feel accepted exactly as they are while creating space for meaningful growth. She has a gift for meeting people with authenticity and care, empowering them to navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and build lives that feel more aligned with their values.
Wishing you the happiest birthday, Summer — may your year be filled with time outdoors, great books, meaningful connections, and all the little moments that bring you joy 🎉
Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #MentalHealth
Feeling different can be isolating.
Maybe you’ve spent a long time wondering where you fit in, masking parts of yourself, or feeling misunderstood by the people around you.
You deserve a space where you can show up exactly as you are.
Maeve provides affirming therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, ADHDers, and those navigating identity, relationships, life transitions, and the challenges that come with feeling different in a world that often expects us to fit into a box.
Therapy isn’t about changing who you are.
It’s about understanding yourself more deeply and creating a life that feels authentic to you.
Learn more about Maeve through the link in our bio. 💙
Therapy in Chicago
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
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#ChicagoLGBTQ
#LincolnParkChicago
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