Online in Illinois
(Online Only)
I offer a therapy space where you don’t have to have it all together to be supported. I work with teens, young adults, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and identity shifts, including the perinatal period and concerns around intimacy. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in culturally responsive, trauma-informed care. Together, we’ll explore what’s beneath the surface, build practical tools, and create space for meaningful, lasting change. If you’re ready for a space where you can be honest, supported, and understood, I invite you to reach out.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Black / African American clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
Approach Description: My approach to therapy is grounded in authenticity, connection, and respect for your unique experiences. I use a client-centered, trauma-informed framework, integrating evidence-based practices while also honoring the impact of culture, identity, and lived experience on your mental health.
I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to explore patterns, gain insight, and develop practical tools for navigating challenges. I prioritize creating a space where you feel safe enough to be honest and vulnerable, while also feeling supported and gently challenged when needed.
Depending on your goals, I may incorporate techniques that focus on emotional regulation, communication skills, and deeper self-exploration. Whether we are addressing anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, or intimacy, my goal is to help you build greater self-awareness, strengthen your resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $190
- Accepts Insurance
- Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth
Education & Credentials
Aaliyah Gilbert LSW
- Female
- License # 150.119390
- Licensed in IL
- Practicing Since 2024
Education: I hold a Master's in Social Work with a focus in clinical practice and have experience in community mental health, outpatient therapy, and crisis intervention, working with teens, young adults, and adults.
Aaliyah Gilbert Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Illinois
- Online Therapy Details: Simple Practice EHR
I recognize that life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you’re carrying stress, navigating change, or trying to hold things together for everyone else. I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, process your experiences, and begin to make sense of what you’re going through.
I work with teens, young adults, adults, and couples facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I also offer support for women during the perinatal period, including pregnancy and postpartum adjustments, as well as space to explore intimacy, self-confidence, and connection. My work is grounded in a trauma-informed, culturally responsive approach that honors each person’s identity, background, and lived experience.
Therapy with me is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs. I focus not only on symptom relief, but also on helping you better understand yourself, strengthen emotional awareness, and build tools that support long-term growth. Whether you’re adjusting to a new phase of life, working through past experiences, or seeking deeper connection in your relationships, I aim to meet you where you are and support you in moving forward with clarity and intention.
I believe healing doesn’t have to happen in isolation. My goal is to create a space where you feel supported, empowered, and able to show up as your full self.