In-Person in Northbrook, IL 60062
Online in Illinois
I strive to create a space where you can show up as your full self whether you feel loud, quiet, curious, or uncertain. If you are an immigrant, a first-generation American, or a neurodivergent individual navigating the intersections of culture, faith, and identity, you are not alone. As a first-generation Muslim American, with English as my second language, I have personally experienced many of these layered identities and continue to reflect on them in my own journey. I understand how complex, challenging, and meaningful this process can be.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Christian, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Muslim, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Languages: English, Albanian
Treatment Approach
- Eclectic Therapy Draws from different therapeutic methods based on what fits each client best. It is flexible and personalized rather than following one single model.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Feminist Therapy Addresses how gender roles, power, and social inequality affect mental health. It empowers clients to challenge limiting beliefs and systems.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 150
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I understand that finding a therapist that fits your needs can be challenging. In order to make my therapy more acessible we offer a reduced fee option at Effective Artistry.
- Accepts Insurance
- Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Education & Credentials
Samire Qosaj Licensed practicing counselor
- Female
- License # 178.020217
- Licensed in Illinois
- Practicing Since 2023
Samire Qosaj Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Northbrook, IL 60062
- Available Online for residents of Illinois
- Online Therapy Details: Simple practice