Therapists In Chicago

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Our boutique Lincoln Park counseling practice works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and help them attain the personal growth they are seeking. This is accomplished by adhering to our practice’s central values: compassion, empathy, and courage. We work with emerging adults, adults, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds who experience a wide range of anxiety and depressive disorders. Our areas of expertise include treating anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Our therapists have specialized training to treat relationship issues, life transitions, post-traumatic stress disorder, difficulties in emotion regulation, and addiction.

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Nicolle Osequeda, LMFT Founder + Owner

As a Certified Daring Way Facilitator™, I am skilled in delivering the curriculum of Brene’ Brown’s research on courage, vulnerability, and shame. Together we will examine the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that are holding you back and identify new choices and practices that will move you toward more authentic and wholehearted living. The primary focus is on developing daily practices that transform the way you live, love, and lead. My areas of expertise include counseling young adults, adults, and couples experiencing life transitions — identity, employment, geographic and relationship changes– and the difficulties they present.

I work with individuals and couples to communicate better and learn the skills to begin building more fulfilling and healthy relationships. I have expertise and interest in working with young adults experiencing a quarter life crisis. I also enjoy working with visual, performance, and musical artists. LEARN MORE ABOUT NICOLLE

Rebecca Fernandez, Ed.S., LCPC

Rebecca Fernandez, LPC | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

As a therapist, I focus on providing empathy and support to ensure my clients feel understood. I work with clients to identify and build upon their strengths so they can tackle difficult obstacles, and help them to find the balance between accepting what they cannot control and making changes in areas that they can control. Together we focus on building self-awareness and gaining the tools to utilize in everyday life. I cultivate a safe environment and customize my approach to fit my client’s personalized needs.

I work with adolescents and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, quarter life crisis, low self-esteem, OCD. I also work with adolescents and their families to help them implement effective communication skills. My area of expertise is working with adolescents and adults to increase their self-awareness and develop skills for tackling a wide range of challenges to help improve their lives. LEARN MORE ABOUT REBECCA

Dale Zigulich, LCSW

Dale Zigulich Associate Therapist, Chicago | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

I help clients understand what they have control over in their lives. I like to help the client find their own power to uplift themselves while allowing space for vulnerabilities and being open to their true self. I work with the client to develop strategies that are helpful for the specific person.

I work with adults, teens, children and families, and focus on anxiety, depression, mood disorders, behavioral struggles, life changes, family conflicts, ADHD, adoption, self-esteem challenges, and sports related mental health. My area of expertise is helping people move past the barriers that hold them back from happiness and success. LEARN MORE ABOUT DALE

Amy Manzolillo, MA, MHC

Amy Manzolillo Therapist Chicago | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

When working with clients, I want to focus on what is important to you and what you think will help you make the biggest changes to your life. I understand that different individuals each have unique goals and ambitions, and I want to help you achieve them. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I also love to use art therapy to help clients explore unconscious emotions, thoughts, and feelings.

I specialize in individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, body image issues, family of origin concerns, and major life changes. I also work with individuals in the LGBTQ+ community. My area of expertise is helping individuals work through the barriers to happiness and fulfillment. LEARN MORE ABOUT AMY

Lauren Wight, MSW, LCSW

Lauren Wight, Associate Therapist | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

I believe a strong therapeutic connection is an important part of the therapy process and I want to develop a deep understanding of a client’s past, present and hopes for the future. I incorporate a variety of therapeutic modalities to aid in assisting clients to reach their goals.

I work with teens, adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss, and major life changes. My area of expertise is working closely with teens and adults to build problem-solving strategies to help them make progress toward their goals. LEARN MORE ABOUT LAUREN

Julia Cameli, MSW, LSW

Julia Cameli, MSW | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

As a therapist I focus on building rapport, creating a safe and trusting therapeutic environment, and empowering my clients to discover their strengths. I value empathy, patience, and self-compassion when I work with you, and I will support you as you lean into the thoughts and feelings that are holding you back from happiness in your life. I see the good in all people and want my clients to feel confident in their individualities, abilities, and strengths!

I specialize in working with adults, emerging adults, and teens who are experiencing anxiety and depression, relationship issues, grief & loss,and life transitions. I also specialize in working with people from the LGBTQ+ community. My area of expertise is helping teens and emerging adults establish their identity, cultivate self-esteem and self-confidence, and navigate difficult changes among the many pressures facing young people today. LEARN MORE ABOUT JUILIA

Maddie Lalevee, M.Ed., MHC

Maddie Lalevee Associate Therapist | Lincoln Park Theray Group Chicago

When we work together, I focus on building upon your current strengths and coping mechanisms while teaching you new ways of thinking to incorporate in your everyday life. I want to ensure that all my clients have the necessary skills to move forward with the work that is done within our therapeutic relationship to practice outside of that setting.

I work with individuals and couples, and I specialize in people experiencing addiction challenges, managing difficult life transitions, dealing with depression or anxiety, and those with a history of trauma. My area of expertise is working with people who are struggling to cope with significant life changes. LEARN MORE ABOUT MADDIE

Michelle Bielecki, MSW, LCSW

Michelle Bielecki Therapist | Lincoln Park Therapy Group Chicago

I utilize a person-centered approach and greatly value the therapeutic relationship that clients and I develop in our work. Together, we gently unfold what is brought into the room and set the pace that feels most supportive to you. One of my favorite things about being a therapist is seeing my clients leave a session feeling a little bit lighter, freer, and excited to live their own personal journey.

I work with adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, life challenges, and major life changes. I also work with couples who are experiencing challenges in their relationship and those who want to prepare for marriage. My area of expertise is helping individuals improve their sense of identify and self-esteem to discover happiness. LEARN MORE ABOUT MICHELLE

Abbey Storey, MS, LCPC, CRC

Abby Storey | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

I provide a safe, positive, nonjudgmental space for self-discovery, acceptance, and growth where each client is seen, heard, and understood. I assist each client in progressing through challenges that may arise on their journey to achieving their goals. I offer interventions, patience, respect, open communication, authenticity, and dedication to support clients and help them implement the changes they seek. Together we will identify effective coping strategies to manage stress, increase distress tolerance and emotional regulation, and build mindfulness. You will gain confidence in your understanding and integration of individualized techniques to support resilience in your personal and professional lives.

I work with adults and teens, specializing in anxiety, life transitions, self-worth, work-related stress, and performance and life balance. My areas of expertise includes working with individuals navigating chronic illness, individuals with disabilities and their caregivers, and career challenges/ vocational rehabilitation. LEARN MORE ABOUT ABBEY

Nicole Middleton, MA, LPC

Nicole Middleton Associate Therapist | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

I go at your pace during session and believe therapy works best when you are open to and ready for change. Taking the leap to go into therapy can be daunting but I believe it is worth it. Healing is nonlinear but through therapy, we foster a community of support for you to navigate the ups and downs.

I work with adults and teens who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief & loss, chronic illness, or a significant life transition, as well as those healing from a trauma. I also work with couples and people in the LGBTQIA+ community. My area of expertise is helping clients use creativity to change their sense of self and achieve their goals. LEARN MORE ABOUT NICOLE

Racquel Rizzo Mertz, MA, LCPC

Lincoln Park Therapy Group | Zakiya Harris

The therapy journey can cover many life challenges. When working with clients, I find it important to focus on what they feel are the most important themes in their life. This can include topics ranging from a stressful work situation to deeper relational patterns a client has noticed. I use a collaborative approach when I work with clients, and I want you to feel empowered to take an active role in your therapy so I know we are working on what’s most relevant to you.

I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and identity exploration. I also enjoy working with couples who are navigating relationship challenges or seek to deepen their connection. My areas of expertise and interest include working with women and couples experiencing infertility, perinatal and maternal mental health and supporting couples navigating the transition to parenthood. LEARN MORE ABOUT RACQUEL

Katie Infusino, MA, LCPC

As a therapist, I believe that every client is doing their best with the tools they have. Sometimes the tools are helpful and sometimes we need to figure out more helpful ways of coping with the challenges that life throws at us. Therapy is a space to be vulnerable, build healthier coping tools, and develop a deeper, more meaningful relationship with one’s self.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief & loss, low self-esteem, and body image issues. I specialize in working with people who are adjusting to new phases in their lives, having difficulties in their relationships, or looking for support to identify coping strategies to manage life’s challenges. My area of expertise is working with adults learning to navigate life in the real world or change unhealthy patterns. LEARN MORE ABOUT KATIE

Kyle Tacia, M.Ed., LCPC

Kyle Tacia, Associate Therapist - Lincoln Park Therapy Group

Therapy encourages deep reflection and vulnerability, and should be a collaborative experience where your therapist helps you to access that space within yourself. As a clinician, I believe it’s my role to support you and guide you along that journey the entire way. You don’t have to do it all alone anymore.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and major life changes. I specialize in people in the LGBTQ+ community, and helping male-identified clients cope with men’s issues.
My area of expertise is helping people from the LGBTQ+ community explore their lived experiences and break through the barriers to happiness and fulfillments. LEARN MORE ABOUT KYLE

Amy Blagojevich, MSW, LSW

Amy Blagojevich MSW | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

When working with clients, I focus on using a strengths-based approach to help each person recognize their potential to take on the world around them. I also integrate empathy and compassion to help clients explore their past, change negative core beliefs, and remove barriers that hold them back from a fulfilling life.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, and relationship challenges. I also enjoy working with couples to help them improve communication and build intimacy in their relationship. My area of expertise is helping individuals and couples work through the barriers to happiness and fulfillment. LEARN MORE ABOUT AMY

Maiya Smith, MA, LPC

Maiya Smith Therapist Chicago | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

I focus on collaboration, building rapport, establishing trust, and ensuring that clients feel safe, secure, and confident in the therapeutic space. I encourage clients to share as much as they feel comfortable sharing and let them set the pace for our work together. I consider myself “feelings-focused” in sessions and like to encourage clients to lean into their feelings while offering them support as they do. I know therapy can be scary and experiencing feelings might be overwhelming, which is why I believe it is important to highlight my clients’ strengths and capabilities.

I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, severe trauma, individuals who are going through life changes, and individuals struggling with relationships. I use a strengths based approach to highlight clients’ strengths and I focus on emotions and emphasize emotions in session, using Emotional Focused Therapy. My area of expertise is helping individuals work through the barriers to happiness and fulfillment. LEARN MORE ABOUT MAIYA

Summer Hyche, MA, LPC

Summer Hyche, MHC | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

My therapeutic style focuses on the client/therapist relationship, locating feelings within your body, and cultivating a space that honors all parts of your identity. With couples, I like to help each partner learn and understand the language of the other in order to lean into connection.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, anxiety, religious trauma, and major life changes, as well as couples facing relationship challenges. I also work with individuals and couples in the LGBTQ+ community, especially gender expansive and sexually diverse clients and their partners. My area of expertise is helping individuals and couples work through the barriers to happiness and fulfillment. LEARN MORE ABOUT SUMMER

Virginia Hogue-Denis, MA, LCPC

Virginia Hogue-Denis, Associate Therapist | Lincoln Park Therapy Group Chicago

Therapy is a journey that you and I will work through step by step to help you move forward, make progress, and attain your goals. When I work with clients, I bring a healthy dose of humor, kindness, empathy, and endless support to our work as we sift through and understand your strengths, challenges, and what changes you want to make in your life.

I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, major life changes, and work-related stressors. I also work with couples experiences relationship dissatisfaction and changes. I specialize in emerging adults who are grappling with life transitions such as career changes, graduate school, and the complexities of beginning, changing, or ending relationships. LEARN MORE ABOUT VIRGINIA

Shannon Bushman, MA, LPC

Shannon Bushman LPC | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

When working with clients, I like to focus on anything that interferes with the your ability to build relationships, find enjoyment, and move toward your goals. Our minds are complex, but having someone to help guide you toward healing can help you to reach your fullest potential.

I work with individuals facing challenges related to life transitions, including work stress, Quarter-Life Crisis, trauma/PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I specialize in teens and emerging adults who are developing their sense of self and identity as they navigate exciting and overwhelming changes such as graduating, changing schools, adjusting to college, and starting or changing their career. My area of expertise is helping teens and adults work through the barriers to happiness and fulfillment. LEARN MORE ABOUT SHANNON

Elaine Rubenoff, MSW, LSW

Elaine Rubenoff, Associate Therapist | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

Therapy is intended to help you grow as a person. As a therapist, I believe that understanding your past is an important part of the growth process because it helps you identify patterns of behavior and thinking that no longer serve you. In my work with clients, I focus on increasing self-awareness and self-understanding since that awareness is the first step toward lasting change.

I work with adults and teens who have experienced a trauma/PTSD, or who are facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body image issues, grief and loss, or major life changes. I also work with couples who want to address challenging relationship patterns. My area of expertise is helping individuals and couples work through the barriers to happiness and fulfillment. LEARN MORE ABOUT ELAINE

Olivia Gonzalez, MSW, LSW

Olivia Gonzalez, LSW | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

My goal is for you to walk away from therapy feeling hopeful, confident and curious about what your life can continue to become. I prioritize focusing on relief of symptoms, enhancing daily functioning, and improving your quality of life.

I work with adults, teens and adolescents who may be experiencing a big or small life transitions, anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship challenges and ADHD. I believe treatment and areas of focus are subjective to each client and my approach will be tailored specifically to your goals. LEARN MORE ABOUT OLIVIA

Carly Anderson, MS, LPC

Carly Anderson Associate Therapy | Lincoln Park Therapy Group Chicago

I use a blended approach to therapy and use a variety of tools and techniques tailored to fit the specific needs of each individual client. I believe that the decision to seek help for yourself is an act of self love and one that takes a lot of courage. I applaud you for trusting yourself to take this step, and I look forward to working collaboratively with you towards these positive changes.

I work with clients facing challenges related to major life changes, self-esteem, stress & work-life balance, anxiety, depression, and grief/loss. I specialize in teens and emerging adults who are developing their sense of self and identity as they navigate exciting and overwhelming changes such as graduating, changing schools, adjusting to college, and starting or changing their career. My area of expertise is helping individuals find their strengths and build the skills to cope with life stressors. LEARN MORE ABOUT CARLY

Mariana Angel Mosti, MA, MHC

Mariana Angel Mosti, Therapist Chicago Lincoln Park Therapy Group

When I work with clients, I focus on helping them feel empowered to live freely and authentically. I want to see you thrive in your relationship with yourself and with others, experience emotional healing, and discover purpose in your life. I am passionate about creating a strong therapeutic relationship and witnessing the growth from my clients’ hard work. It fills me with gratitude and honor to be a part of each client’s journey.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, major life changes, and acculturation challenges. I also work with couples who are facing difficulties in their relationship and specialize in intercultural differences.My area of expertise is helping couples break through relationship barriers and find healing and empowerment with one another. LEARN MORE ABOUT MARIANA

Katie Nelson, MA, LPC

Katie Nelson, Associate Therapist | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

With warmth, empathy and trust, I create a non-judgmental space for clients to share their unique story. Through compassion and creativity, I support my clients to discover their values and unique personality traits. Together we identify thoughts, behaviors, and relational patterns that may contribute to present day distress.

I work with teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self worth, emotional regulation and expression skills, life transitions, and perfectionism. I specialize in working with creatives and performing artist populations. My area of expertise is helping individuals and couples work through the barriers to happiness and fulfillment. LEARN MORE ABOUT KATIE

Madison McKendry, MA, MHC

Madison McKendry Associate Therapist | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

I find cognitive behavioral, person-centered, and psychodynamic therapies to be most effective in my work with my clients. I strive to create a supportive and empowering therapeutic environment where my clients feel heard, understood, and valued. I aim to guide clients toward their highest selves and help them notice and identify what their innate strengths are. My goal is to help my clients practice self-awareness, love, and compassion in order to nurture the relationship they have with themselves and others.

I work with emerging adults and adults who are experiencing significant life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma or PTSD, depression and anxiety, or struggling to deal with shame and low self-esteem. I also work with men’s issues and LGBTQ+ issues. My area of expertise is helping teens and adults shift their beliefs to find more happiness and fulfillment. LEARN MORE ABOUT MADISON

Sam Curry, MA, LPC

Sam Curry LPC | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

I help clients gain a deeper understanding of their internal thoughts to pursue their life goals. Therapy is a space that allows individuals to acknowledge how thoughts and behaviors contribute to who they are today. I believe the therapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist is essential for the growing process, and provide a supportive environment for clients to develop the tools needed to cope with life stressors.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, OCD, substance use, chronic health issues, relationship difficulties, and career discernment. My area of expertise is helping individuals heal from past traumas and remove barriers to happiness and fulfillment. LEARN MORE ABOUT SAM

Christy Tran, M.Ed., LPC

Christy Tran, Associate Therapist | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

When working with clients, I focus on a strengths based approach to empower clients to build self-efficacy and confidence in their abilities to navigate hardships. I also like to focus on a systemic approach to explore how various systems have impacted clients’ lives in order to recognize clients’ backgrounds and collaboratively explore and develop more holistic approaches.

I work with emerging adults, adults, and teens who may be experiencing a big or small life change, anxiety, depression, PTSD, intergenerational trauma, or grief. I also help people who are facing challenges with intercultural relationships. My specialization is helping emerging adults who are experiencing life transitions, helping them navigate hardships to build the skills needed to flourish and grow. LEARN MORE ABOUT CHRISTY

John (Jack) Smith-Moore, MSW, LCSW – Clinical Director

Jack Smith-Moore LCSW | Lincoln Park Therapy Group

When working with clients, I focus on cultivating a warm, safe, and non-judgmental relationship in which clients feel safe and empowered. Creating a trusting therapeutic relationship helps me to better see who you are and who you want to be, more thoroughly understand the challenges that you face, and help facilitate change that will be both meaningful and enduring in your life.

I work with individuals experiencing severe anxiety, including OCD, depression and other mood disorders, and major life changes. I specialize in individuals and couples in the LGBTQ+ community, including folks in open and poly/polycule relationships. My area of expertise is helping people in non-traditional relationships find happiness. LEARN MORE ABOUT JACK

Taylor Snyder, MA – Practice Manager

Taylor Snyder, Practice Manager | Lincoln Park Therapy Group Chicago

I am an outgoing and positive professional with a passion for mental health! As a former first grade teacher, I love that I get to work in a setting that is dedicated to helping others be the best version of themselves. As the Practice Manager of Lincoln Park Therapy Group, I get to use my skills to support our day-to-day operations as well as work collaboratively with our team! I love our mission at LPTG and our positive atmosphere.

My favorite self-care activity is taking a group fitness class. In my free time, you’ll find me trying a new restaurant in Chicago or taking a long walk on the lakefront! I also love to travel and my bucket list destination is Italy!

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